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Cordova 93 Albert St , 204-691-1900 . This casual and lively atmosphere offers unique European influenced tapas and wine selection . LP , IA , M , V Enoteca A-1670 Corydon Ave , 204-487-1529 . This intimate and ultra-hip space boasts a creative menu of exotic ingredients . Beef tartare and cured hamachi are exquisite . WA , LP , IA , M , V Jane ’ s 504 Main St , 204-632-2594 . Red River College ’ s Paterson GlobalFoods Institute offers a unique dining experience where patrons interact with students as they execute an inspired menu . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V The Mitchell Block 173 McDermot Ave , 204-949-9032 . Exchange District spot serves chef / owner Sean McKay ’ s eclectic , Mediterranean influenced menu in an industrial chic setting . Crispy fried Brussels sprouts are a menu highlight . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
Oak & Grain 1800 Wellington Ave , 204-786-0926 . At the Hilton Suites Winnipeg Airport , comfort food classics are offered with regional spin at the newly renovated bistro . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V The Palm Lounge Fort Garry Hotel , 222 Broadway , 1-800-665-8088 . This swish lounge boasts an opulent ceiling and live jazz performances , while the kitchen presents stellar scratch-made sensations . WA , LP , A , V , M , ATM
Rae ’ s Bistro 9-925 Headmaster Row , 204-229-0237 . New neighbourhood spot serves electric bistro fare . Don ’ t miss the chalkboard list of daily features . WA , LP , IA , M , V Rudy ’ s Eat & Drink 375 Graham Ave , main floor MB Hydro Place , 204-421-9094 . Diners enjoy mod steakhouse offerings , like grilled dijon salmon served with chickpea salad , in a high tech atmosphere with a retro glam aesthetic . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
Saddlery on Market 114 Market Ave , 204-615-1898 . Twists on comfort food are presented in a chic East Exchange District heritage space , once the site of the Great West Saddlery Company . Unexpected flavour pairings and fresh uses of regional ingredients wow . WA , SP , LP , IA , M , V Star Grill Located across from Assiniboine Park , 2069 Portage Ave , 204-837-STAR ( 7827 ). The menu is a fusion of Asian , Mediterranean and down-home continental dishes , often covering many flavours in one bite . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V bestlist
Sydneys The Forks Market , 2nd floor , 204-942-6075 . This nationally acclaimed restaurant offers an upscale table d ’ hôte experience . Lounge offers an option to sample the new hors d ’ oeuvres menu while relaxing with a glass of wine . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Table Winnipeg Art Gallery , 300 Memorial Blvd , 204-948-0085 . Daytime diners have an intriguing view of the WAG ’ s rooftop sculpture garden . The varied menu offers exhibit-inspired dishes . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
ITALIAN / CLASSIC
Aurora Pizzeria and Café 842 Corydon Ave , 204-615-9644 . Family-owned spot on the Corydon strip revels in tastes straight from Italy , from heaping cheesy pastas to crisp , Rome-style pizza . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Buccacino ’ s 155 Osborne St , 204-452-8251 . The varied menu includes a large selection of traditional specialty pastas . Serves popular all-you-can-eat weekend brunch that includes breakfast and lunch items from waffles to seafood . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Colosseo Ristorante 670 Corydon Ave , 204-284-4977 . House-made , classic Italian fare makes this the place for Italian cravings . A warm and friendly environment creates a favourite place for many family outings . WA , SP , LP , IA , M , V Mona Lisa 1697 Corydon Ave , 204-488-3687 . The cuisine of the Grande family ’ s southern Italy home has been offered for more than 30 years in this casual neighbourhood restaurant . Several house-made pastas , traditional and gourmet pizzas . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V , ATM Monticchio 684 Osborne St , 204-477-4773 . This South Osborne mainstay serves traditional recipes in a contemporary space . Try the signature breaded veal topped with kalamata olives and Provolone cheese . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Old Spaghetti Factory Johnston Terminal at The Forks , 204-957-1391 . Housed in an old railway storage building , antiques and memorabilia maintain a turn-ofthe-last-century feel . Spaghetti dishes and a kids ’ menu make this a familyfriendly 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 . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
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