Reflecting Winnipeg ’ s ethnocultural diversity , this category represents our top choices from the many small , primarily family-run restaurants in town . The decor at most of these is simple and / or the location is out of the way . However , each restaurant represents food from the owner ’ s culture , with sometimes astonishingly low prices that reflect the simplicity of the service and surroundings , not the quality of the food . Bada Sushi Café [ Japanese ] 126 Sherbrook St , 204‐783‐4077 . Signs of the space ’ s Greek restaurant past share the walls with Eastern memorabilia at this cute and quirky sushi spot . WA , IA , M , V Baraka Pita Bakery [ Lebanese ] 1783 Main St , 204‐334‐2004 . Famous for in‐house fired pita bread , this North End gem offers falafel pitas , pita pizzas and specialty dips . WA , IA , V , M Boun ’ s [ Southeast Asian / Laotian ] 4‐208 Marion St , 204‐231‐3005 . Southeast Asian spices and curries , as well as shrimp , pork and beef short ribs in signature garlic and soy barbeque sauce . WA , LP , IA , M , V Casa Grande [ Italian ] 984 Sargent Ave , 204‐783‐6231 . Checkered tablecloths and candlelight create the ambience for homestyle pizza and pasta . LP , A , IA , M , V Dim Sum Garden 2677 Pembina Hwy , 204‐269‐7799 . More than 50 types of dim sum . À la carte Szechuan and Cantonese favourites . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Deen ’ s [ Caribbean ] 205 Marion St , 204‐233‐2208 . Shortorder Trinidadian dishes such as roti served in a variety of ways . LP , SP , A , IA , V Delicious Vegetarian [ Chinese ] 1467 Pembina Hwy , 204‐477‐1530 . This little spot offers inventive Chinese vegetarian and vegan offerings . LP , V Emerald Palace [ Chinese ] 704 Sargent Ave , 204‐788‐4573 . Authentic fare served up in a bustling atmosphere . Try the famous fried butter chicken . WA , A , IA , M , V
Fusian Experience [ Japanese ] 612 Academy Rd , 204‐691‐9334 . Fusion pairings like miso glazed cod and spaghetti create wild taste sensations . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V La Fiesta Cafecito [ Salvadoran ] Unit M‐730 St . Anne ’ s Rd , 204‐257‐7108 . The vacation‐inspired decor offers the perfect setting for platters and exotic fruit drinks . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Gohe [ Ethiopian ] 533 Sargent Ave , 204‐414‐1529 . Rich doro wat and vibrant lentil stews are highlights . Combo platters are perfect for sampling with a group . IA , M , V . worldfood
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Harman ’ s Café [ Ethiopian ] 570 Sargent Ave , 204‐774‐6997 . Enjoy Ethiopian breakfast as well as lunch and dinner entrées . Be sure to try a cup of Ethiopian coffee . WA , LP , IA , M , V
Il Molino [ Danish ] 709 Corydon Ave , 204‐615‐2600 . Openfaced sandwiches are piled with fresh fruit and veg , as well as traditional toppings like pickled herring and cured salmon . LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Kimchi Sushi [ Japanese / Korean ] 30‐2583 Pembina Hwy , 204‐269‐0042 . Black walls and hanging lights give this spot sleek style . The menu lists dishes for kimchi lovers . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Kimchi Café [ Japanese / Korean ] 61 1 / 2 Albert St , 204‐989‐2288 Nestled in the hip Exchange , this resto serves sushi and tongue‐tingling Korean fare . A , IA , M , V Kokeb [ Ethiopian ] 266 Edmonton 204‐784‐9267 . Expect warm hospitality along with traditional stews of split peas , lentils and cabbage . WA , IA , V , M Kyu Bistro [ Japanese ] 185 Isabel Ave , 204‐504‐8999 . This izakaya‐only spot offers small plates of gyoza , agedashi tofu cakes and chicken kara‐age . WA , A , IA , V , M Lao Thai [ Laotian ] 763 Selkirk Ave , 204‐589‐0065 . Friendly mother / son team serves colourful Southeast Asian fare . Top‐quality soups and curries . WA , LP , IA , M , V Little Saigon [ Vietnamese ] 333‐335 William Ave , 204‐947‐3999 . Well‐executed house specialties include salt and pepper shrimp and salad rolls . WA , LP , IA , M , V Mama ’ s Noodle House [ Vietnamese / Chinese ] 141 McPhillips St , 204‐783‐4847 . This cheery spot consistently serves top notch noodle soup and stir fries , Thai and Japanese specialties . WA , IA , M , V Massawa [ Ethiopian ] 200‐121 Osborne St , 204‐284‐3194 . Platters of flavourful stews are worth the often lengthy wait . LP , IA , V Mercadito Latino [ South American ] 570 Sargent Ave , 204‐415‐2870 . Tiny space serves favourites like papusas , tameles , and tacos . Stocks hard‐to‐find imported food items . WA , IA Niko ’ s [ Greek ] 740 Corydon Ave , 204‐478‐1144 . Comforting Greek classics are served with warmth . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Noodle Express [ Chinese ] 107‐180 King St , 204‐943‐9760 . This hidden gem serves delectable dim sum and dumpling options . WA , LP , IA , M , V Pasquales [ Italian ] 109 Marion St , 204‐231‐1403 . Perfectly cooked pizza and pastas come piping hot in this cozy spot . WA , LP , IA , M , V
Pho Hoang [ Vietnamese ] 794 Sargent Ave , 204‐415‐6893 . The pho at this chic and comfortable strip mall space ranks among the city ’ s best . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Pho Kim Tuong [ Vietnamese ] 856 Ellice Ave , 204‐661‐8888 . Surprisingly sleek , with a massive menu of Vietnamese , Chinese , and Thai specialties . WA , IA , M , V Pho No . 1 [ Vietnamese ] 81 Isabel St , 204‐943‐7449 . Charming Vietnamese noodle soup house . WA , LP , IA , V Sam Po Dim Sum [ Chinese ] 277 Rupert Ave , 204‐691‐1213 . Minimalist Chinatown space serves simple dim sum offerings like pork with smoky hickory sauce . WA , LP , IA , M , V Shawarma Khan [ Middle Eastern ] 225 McDermot Ave , 204‐504‐0453 . Former Blue Bomber Obby Khan serves up his favourite food . WA , A , IA , M , V Shawarma Time [ Lebanese ] 616 Ellice Ave , 204‐774‐2109 . Three shawarma options as well as other Middle Eastern specialties . WA , IA , M , V Spicy Noodle House [ Chinese ] 102‐99 Osborne St , 204‐287‐2388 . The honey spicy chicken and spicy eight treasure are both gems . LP , IA , M , V A Taste of India [ Indian ] 510 Sargent Ave , 204‐775‐1098 . Lunch and dinner buffets celebrate the spices of India in this casual strip‐mall space . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Thida ’ s [ Thai ] 78 Donald St , 204‐942‐2639 . Quiet , nofrills location that consistently delivers . Green apple salad is a refreshing starter . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Tropikis [ Caribbean ] 878 Ellice Ave , 204‐788‐4733 . An elegant setting for island favourites like roti . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Vi-Ann [ Vietnamese ] 1020 Notre Dame , 204‐5050‐8833 . Large portions and fragrant broth make pho the main attraction . WA , LP , IA , M , V Vientiane [ Thai / Laotian ] 12‐208 Marion St , 204‐235‐1576 . Seafood dishes and comforting curries . First timers should stick to the low end of the 1‐10 spiciness scale . WA , IA , M , V Wakoya [ Japanese / Korean ] 167 Osborne St , 204‐783‐7777 . Well presented sushi and Korean signatures . Sundubu jjigae is a comforting pick . WA , LP , IA , M , V Waves [ Indian ] 330 Kennedy Street at Ellice , 204‐783‐3000 . Buffet‐centric dining featuring East Indian and international signatures . LP , IA , M , V
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