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bestlist Old Spaghetti Factory Johnston Terminal at The Forks, 204‑957‑1391. Housed in an old railway storage building, antiques and memorabilia maintain a turn‑of‑the‑ last‑century feel. Spaghetti dishes and a kids’ menu make this a family‑friendly spot. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Pasquale’s 109 Marion St, 204‑231‑1403. This long‑ standing destination treats all as family. Classic pastas, red sauces and old fashioned recipes keep diners raving. The great rooftop patio is a summer hotspot. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Tre Visi Café 926 Grosvenor Ave, 204‑475‑4447. Chef/owner Giacomo Appice is the talent behind this sophisticated bistro. His nationally recognized Italian‑ Mediterranean cuisine includes the city’s most sumptuous gnocchi. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Vera Pizzeria 670 Osborne St, 204‑222‑6306. This 20‑seater South Osborne space with a simple menu of Neapolitan‑style pizza features clean preparation of high quality ingredients. LP, IA, M, V ITALIAN/ CONTEMPORARY Bellissimo 1‑877 Waverley St, 204‑489‑0495. This surprisingly sophisticated neighbourhood spot offers sublime fare, like the signature chicken linguine in Amaretto cream sauce. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Café Carlo 243 Lilac St, 204‑477‑5544. This cozy, chic and consistent bistro serves dishes that are spiked with equatorial tastes and textures. Those in‑the‑know come for stellar house‑cut steaks. Reservations recommended. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Café La Scala 725 Corydon Ave, 204‑474‑2750. This chic spot combines elegant Italian cuisine with trendy tapas plates to share and hip cocktails to sip. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Carbone 400‑1580 Taylor Ave, 204‑488‑2554; 260 St Mary Ave, 204‑691‑2213; 680 St Anne’s Rd, 204‑615‑8117; 3326 Portage Ave, 204‑987‑0952. Extra crispy crusts are the result of an 850°F coal‑fired oven at this chic pizza place. Tantalizing toppings include arugula, calabrese salami and Parmesan. Try coal‑fired wings. WA, SP, LP, A, IA, M, V Cibo Waterfront Café 339 Waterfront Dr, 204‑594‑0339. Renovated heritage space boasts one of the best views in the city. Mediterranean small plates have big, bold flavours. Standouts include arancini balls in a fragrant tomato sauce and 10 different types of bruschetta. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V. Souvlaki. Saganaki. Moussaka. Yemista! IT’S ALL GREEK. Traditional recipes, generous portions for big appetites 241 St. Mary's Rd. 204-233-3655 heliosrestaurant.com Welcoming back Executive Chef Matthew Yuen Sunday - Tuesday: 5 Course multi-choice prix fi xe dinner for two + bottle of wine $109 (plus tax)* Great for groups! Wednesday - Saturday: 5 Course multi-choice prix fi xe dinner $44 (plus tax). Per person* *Throughout the year. Not valid on special holidays or with any other promotions. 1390 Erin St. 204-783-2813 cafedario.com LOTS OF FREE PARKING! Mon-Fri: Á La Carte Lunch 11:30 am-2 pm Mon-Sun: Dinner 5 pm ciao! / aug/sep / two thousand eighteen 35