Best Lake Fish
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Best Lake Fish
Manitoba has more than 80 species of fish , beating out almost every province . When it comes to regional eating , freshwater fish makes the cut every time . The province ' s favourite fish shines in Clay Oven ' s Hakka pickerel ( pictured ), cooked in a slow-burning chilli and garlic sauce . The Manitoba pickerel at Le Garage Cafe satiates cravings for shore lunch . A cornmeal crusted fillet is topped with capered chardonnay butter , and set on a bed of rice pilaf .
Cured Arctic Char is topped with caviar along with Middle Eastern touches like pita bread and baba ghanoush at Smith . Fusion Grill proudly showcases Lake Kisseynew Northern pike in the Northern Waters entree , accentuating freshwater flavours with a Bullhorn pepper rub and side of mascarpone potato croquette . Era Bistro presses pickerel between toasted ciabatta buns with nutritious fixings and a hit of jalapeno remoulade in its pickerel po ' boy .
Marion Street Eatery 393 Marion Street , 204-233-2843 . Chef Melissa Hryb elevates comfort food with touches of elegance , like gourmet mac & cheese topped with bacon and pretzel . LP , SP , A , IA , M , V The Oakwood 660 Osborne St , 204-475-4250 . Sleek decor and a commitment to local sourcing elevates this neighbourhood favourite . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Stella ’ s Café & Bakery 7 Winnipeg locations , see stellas . ca . Local favourite for breakfast and baked goods . Also boasts entrées , hearty soups , sandwiches and homey curries . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Verde Juice Bar 887 Westminster Ave , 204-615-8733 . Mod spot serves energy boosting juices and smoothies , alongside superfood salads and snacks . M , V
CASINO DINING
Jag ' s Restaurant 1425 Regent Ave W , 204-982-3793 . Impressive international dinner buffet inside Club Regent Casino . Must be 18 or older to enter . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Mango ’ s Restaurant South Beach Casino , 1 Ocean Dr , Scanterbury , MB , 1-877-775-8259 . Canadian and tropical delights served in a 1920s-style setting . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
CHINESE
Dim Sum Garden 2677 Pembina Hwy , 204-269-7799 ; 885 Henderson Hwy , 204-661-3135 ; 2-268 King St , 204-942-8297 . More than 50 types of dim sum . À la carte Szechuan and Cantonese favourites . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
Kum Koon Garden 257 King St , 204-943-4655 . Chinatown ' s largest restaurant serves dim sum lunches and Cantonese specialties . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Ming Court 236 Edmonton St , 204-949-1087 . Specializes in Northern Chinese cuisine . Try the jumbo shrimp served with sweet and sour sauce . LP , IA , M , V North Garden 6-33 University Cres , 204-275-2591 . Innovative Cantonese and northern Chinese cuisine , like succulent barbequed duck . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
COFFEE
Cafe Postal , 202 Provencher Blvd , 204-414-3654 ; Fools & Horses , 379 Broadway , 1 Forks Market Rd ; Joe and Lily , 145 Pacifi c Ave ; Little Sister Coffee Maker , 470 River Ave ; Make Coffee + Stuff , 751 Corydon Ave , 204-414-0101 ; Mountain Bean , 2001 Henderson Hwy , 204-334- 6959 . Parlour Coffee , 468 Main St ; Scout : Coffee + Tea , 859 Portage Ave ; Thom Bargen Coffee & Tea , 64 Sherbrook St , 250 Kennedy St .
DANISH
Bistro Dansk 63 Sherbrook St , 204-775-5662 . This nationally-recognized yet intimate restaurant serves European comfort food . WA , LP , A , M , V
DELI / DINER
Bernstein ’ s Deli 1-1700 Corydon Ave , 204-488-4552 . Jewish specialties and homestyle take-out deli staples like bagels with cream cheese and lox . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
Falafel Place 1101 Corydon Ave , 204-489-5811 . This bustling diner specializes in Israelistyle falafel balls served in pitas or on a platter and vegan breakfasts . WA , IA The Nook Diner 43 Sherbrook St , 204-774-0818 . Daytime neighbourhood hangout pushes out short order favourites . Breakfast served all day . WA , SP , LP , IA , M , V Red Top Drive-Inn 219 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204-233-7943 . Winnipeg drive-in style diner continues to impress locals with heaping portions and fried chicken . WA , IA , M , V Salisbury House / Sals Xpress 12 Winnipeg locations , see salisburyhouse . ca . Cheap and cheerful local favourite since 1931 known for its nips ( burgers ), wafer pie and 24 hour service . WA , IA , M , V Sherbrook Street Delicatessan 102 Sherbroook St , 204-615-3354 . This bright spot makes nostalgia hip with traditional kosher-style cooking . Family recipes with Eastern European flavour . WA , IA , M , V
DINNER THEATRE
Celebrations Canad Inns , 1824 Pembina Hwy , 204- 982-8282 . They ’ ll sing for your supper at this interactive theatre served alongside a four-course meal . Reservations required . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
FAMILY
Original Pancake House Clarion Hotel , 1445 Portage Ave , 204-775-9035 ; The Forks Market , 204-947-5077 ; 1049 Pembina Hwy , 204-452-1040 , not LP ; 2220 McGillivray Blvd , 204- 489-2885 . A Winnipeg tradition famous for its signature giant apple pancake . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
16 TASTE Winnipeg ’ s Culinary Guide 2018-2019