Toad in the Hole 112 Osborne St , 204-284-7201 . One of the first pubs in town , “ the Toad ” is extremely popular with the Village crowd for its tipples and board games . Classic pub grub includes namesake and scotch eggs . WA , LP , SP , M , V The Pint 274 Garry St , 204-942-3069 . Fans congregate in this industrial style bar to catch the game with a vast selection of draught beers and a menu focused on platters to share . WA , LP , SP , AE , IA , MC , V .
Underdogs 2609 Portage Ave , 204-615-6104 . Rally around smart , creative pub staples at this sports bar styled spot . Perogy nachos and yam-topped burgers give bar food a good name . LP , IA , M , V The Yellow Dog Tavern 386 Donald St , 204-775-6676 . Simple , scratch-made food such as perogies , pizza , and soups , make this tavern a perfect place to have a pint and a plate . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
REGIONAL / CANADIAN
Blaze Bistro Delta Winnipeg , 350 St . Mary Ave , 204-944-7259 . Sophisticated prairie cuisine is served in a contemporary setting . Shareable appies such as meat and cheese boards are perfect for group nibbling . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
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Chew 532 Waterloo St , 204-667-2439 . Mod rustic River Heights bistro focused on in season local tastes with an emphasis on butchery and nose-to-tail eating . Crispy and roasted mushrooms tempt . WA , LP , IA , M , V Elements 599 Portage Ave , 204-786-9237 . Smart , globally inspired dishes using regional and organic ingredients . Menus change seasonally ; three step ramen is a perennial and popular pick . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Fusion Grill 550 Academy Rd , 204-489-6963 . Talented Chef Lorna Murdoch uses fresh products sourced locally to create stunning Manitoba regional cuisine . Owner Scot McTaggart boasts an encyclopedic knowledge of his Canadian wine selection . LP , A , IA , M , V Gates on Roblin 6945 Roblin Blvd , 204-224-2837 . This restaurant is set in an elegant country estate , complete with expansive grounds and picturesque gambrel roofs . Pan-Canadian menu is strong on fish and meat . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Pineridge Hollow 67086 Heatherdale Rd 25E , Oakbank , 204-777-3880 . This beautiful restaurant also houses an impressive gift and decor store . Try perogies stuffed with wild mushroooms . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V
Prairie 360 83 Garry St , 204-505-2681 . Latest incarnation of the revolving restaurant offers regional cuisine . Whiskey lounge two floors down features premium pours . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Resto 12 Radisson Hotel , 288 Portage Ave , 204-697-1495 . This downtown hotel restaurant offers an impressive view of Portage Avenue from the 12th floor . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Smith 75 Forks Market Rd , 204-944-2445 . Plays on plaid and nostalgic Canadian touches offer a backdrop to scratchmade regional cuisine . Decadent brunch menu . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V The VG Restaurant The Fairmont Hotel , 2 Lombard Pl , 204-985-6255 . Extremely high standards garnered this hotel a CAA / AAA Four Diamond Award . Creative applications of Manitoba meats , from bison carpaccio to boar belly . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
RIBS
The Rib Room Best Western Plus Downtown Winnipeg , 330 York Ave , 204-942-0101 . This long-time local favourite has built its reputation on ribs , but the extensive menu also includes lamb , prime rib and filet mignon . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
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