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winnipeg’s bestlist
The definitive Ciao! restaurant
list outlines our selection of the
top dining establishments in
the city. Virtually all of these
recommendations are locally
owned and operated. Keep this
list available for easy reference,
whether you are seeking a
formal multi-course gourmet
extravaganza or simply want
the best soup in town. Although
information is updated every
issue, restaurant details are
subject to change without notice.
If you have visited a restaurant
that should be considered for
addition to this list, please
e-mail your recommendation to:
[email protected].
The symbols are as follows:
WA — Wheelchair accessible
LP — Licensed premises
SP — Summer patio
A — American Express
IA — Interac
M — MasterCard
V — Visa
ATM — Bank machine on‑site
— New restaurant
BARBEQUE
Lovey’s BBQ and Smokehouse
1‑208 Marion St, 204‑233‑RIBS (7427).
This casual eatery boasts a barbeque
pit and scratch-made sauces. Slabs of
pork shoulder and brisket are smoked
low and slow overnight. Sample a
variety of meats in combo platters. WA,
LP, IA, M, V
Muddy Waters Smokehouse
The Forks Pavilion, 204‑947‑6653.
Expect ol’ fashioned Southern
hospitality at this Memphis-style
barbeque featuring slow-cooked ribs
and pork, smoked over hickory fire. WA,
LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
BISTRO
Baked Expectations
161 Osborne St, 204‑452‑5176. The
huge chalkboard lists comfort food like
burgers and pasta, but save room for
the sweet stuff. This place is duly noted
for its decadent desserts, from tortes to
cheesecakes. WA, LP, SP, IA
Bonfire Bistro
1433 Corydon Ave, 204‑487‑4440.
Famous for wood-fired artisan pizzas,
this cozy hangout is the perfect place
to unwind. Try the spicy Bonfire
Hawaiian, with capicollo ham and fireroasted pineapple. WA, LP, IA, M, V
Café 22
823 Corydon Ave; 336 Broadway;
130 Provencher Blvd; 1795 Henderson
Hwy, 204‑222‑2222. This trendy chain
serves gourmet coffee, sandwiches,
calzones and Chicago-style deep dish
pies. SP, IA, M, V
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deer + almond
85 Princess St, 204‑504‑8562. This hip,
rustic Exchange District restaurant
boasts an inspired globally influenced
menu of creative, shareable plates.
WA, LP, IA, M, V
Dessert Sinsations Café
505 St. Mary Ave, 204‑284‑4661. This
sunny café features rustic gourmet
comfort food alongside owner Barbara
O’Hara’s renowned desserts. WA, LP,
A, IA, M, V
Era Bistro
85 Israel Asper Way, 204‑289‑2000.
Located in the new Canadian Museum
for Human Rights, this open concept
room serves locally inspired fare with
an emphasis on sustainability. WA, LP,
A, IA, M, V
Le Garage Café
166 Provencher Blvd, 204‑237‑0737.
This casual eatery in the heart of the
French Quarter offers sophisticated
tastes for lunch, dinner and late night.
Live music scheduled. WA, LP, A,
IA, M, V
Prairie Ink
Grant Park Shopping Centre,
204‑975‑2659. Cozy retreat inside
McNally Robinson Booksellers. Healthy
fare for all tastes. Extensive fresh juice
selection and wonderful desserts. Also
an on-site pâtisserie counter. WA, LP,
SP, A, IA, M, V
Prairie’s Edge
2015 Main St, 204‑284‑7275. New
eatery nestled in the greenery of
Kildonan Park offers creative dishes
packed with regional ingredients. WA,
LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Resto at Thermëa
775 Crescent Dr, 204‑284-9595. A
health-focused menu includes regional
ingredients in dishes like Arctic Char
and grapefruit crème. Located inside
Thermëa by Nordik-Spa Nature. WA,
LP, SP, IA, M, V
Saucers Café
570 Academy Rd, 204‑489‑9204.
Generous sandwiches, salads, wraps,
pizzas, specialty coffees and teas.
Try the roasted vegetable bruschetta
with goat cheese and tart balsamic
reduction. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Steve’s Bistro
3123 Portage Ave, 204‑831‑5531. Tuck
into hearty portions of Mediterraneaninfluenced cuisine, like fall-off-thebone rack of lamb with lemon and
oregano. WA, LP, A, IA, MC, V
BURGERS
Boon Burger
79 Sherbrook St, 204-415‑1391;
141 Bannatyne Ave, 204-504-5394.
This all-vegan burger café serves up
a range of house-made patties. Treat
yourself to house-made organic iced
tea and crispy sesame fries. LP, SP, A,
IA, M, V
Daly Burger
619 Corydon Ave, 204‑284‑4944. A
classic menu of burgers, chili fries,
cheese dogs, and super thick shakes,
coupled with retro memorabilia, give
this diner a 50’s feel. WA, IA, M, V
Market Burger
645 Corydon Ave, 204‑505‑2510.
Hip hangout serves up mouthfuls
of Manitoba with locally sourced
ingredients from cheese and meat to
buns and beers. IA, V, M
Nuburger
472 Stradbrook Ave, 204‑888‑1001;
1-1650 Kenaston Blvd, 204-615‑2009;
The Forks Market, 1 Forks Market Rd.
Healthy, fresh twists on the c lassic
burger. Pick from locally sourced bison,
beef, chicken, or veggie patties. WA, LP,
A, IA, M, V
CAFE
Across the Board Game Café
93 Albert St, 204‑691‑3422. Choose from
over 500 board games to play, or simply
enjoy snacks, sandwiches, flatbreads,
salads, and soups feast in this bright,
cozy space. LP, IA, M, V
Beet Happening
818 Notre Dame Ave, 204‑775‑2338.
Outstanding take-away breakfast and
lunch options. Rustic mini pizzas and
savoury tarts stuffed with veggies are
feel-good faves. WA, IA, M, V
BerMax Caffé + Bistro
4-1800 Corydon Ave, 204‑691‑0044.
One of the few spots in Canada to serve
famous illy coffee. Specialty drinks as
well as kosher baked goods, and bistro
style menu in a sleek, well-designed
space. WA, IA, M, V
Buffalo Stone Café
1961 McCreary Rd, 204-989‑8370. Relax
lakeside at FortWhyte Alive with hearty
sandwiches, soups and a signature
bison burger. WA, SP, IA, M, V
Clementine Cafe
123 Princess St, 204‑942‑9497.
Underground nook has stellar offerings
for breakfast and lunch. Sophisticated
flavours are drawn from spices and
ingredients from around the globe. LP,
A, IA, M, V
Eva’s Gelato
101-1001 Corydon Ave, 204‑452‑3827.
Features a variety of Eva’s house‑made
Argentinean gelato and a gourmet
coffee bar. Dulce de leche is a signature
flavour. WA, SP, IA, M, V
Feast Cafe & Bistro
587 Ellice Ave, 204-691-5979. This
cozy spot pays tribute to Manitoba’s
Indigenous groups, with a menu rich
in bannock, bison and berries. WA, LP,
IA, M, V
The Fyxx
310 Broadway, 204‑989‑2470. Enjoy a
creative selection of sandwiches and
soup in a bright, airy atmosphere at this
downtown espresso bar. WA, IA, M, V