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GREEK
Helios 241 St Mary ’ s Rd , 204-233-3655 . Sun soaked room offers a large selection of traditional and modern Greek favourites . End your meal on a sweet note with baklava . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Homers 520 Ellice Ave , 204-788-4858 . Grecian pillars transport you to ancient Athens at this popular spot . WA , LP , SP A , IA , M , V Tuxedo Village Restaurant 2090 Corydon Ave , 204-897-6565 . This large family-run restaurant is famous for its massive Greek salads that are never stingy on feta . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
ICE CREAM / GELATI
Each of these popular ice cream shops offer treats for cooling off when temperatures rise . Bridge Drive-In , 766 Jubilee Ave , 204-475-6850 ; Chaeban Ice Cream , 390 Osborne Ave , 204-475-6226 ; GG Gelati , 705 Corydon Ave , 204-453-5710 ; Sargent Sundae , 2053 Portage Ave , 204-832-5021 ; Sub Zero Ice Cream , 298 Jamison Ave , 204-668-7341 Eva ’ s Gelato 101-1001 Corydon Ave , 204-452-3827 ; 9A-20 Island Shore Blvd , 204-254-2837 . Features a variety of Eva ’ s house-made Argentinean gelato and a gourmet coffee bar . Dulce de Leche is a longtime favourite . WA , SP , IA , M , V
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Nucci ’ s Gelati 643 Corydon Ave , 204-475-8765 . The Nucci family popularized gelati in Winnipeg , with 75 flavours of silky Italian ice cream . LP , SP . Cash only .
INDIAN
Clay Oven 240-1600 Kenaston Common , 204-888-2529 ; 1 Portage Ave East ( Shaw Park ), 204-982-7426 ( SP ); 247 Edmonton St , 204-415-7797 ( SP ). Large menu features everything from butter chicken to spicy seafood curries . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V East India Company 349 York Ave , 204-947-3097 . Centuriesold artifacts grace the room of the Mehra family ’ s flagship restaurant . The food is beautifully presented and perfectly spiced . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V India Palace 770 Ellice Ave , 204-774-6061 . A large menu features vegetable , chicken , lamb and seafood dinners . Lunch and dinner buffet . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
INTERNATIONAL / CLASSIC
Bailey ’ s 185 Lombard Ave , 204-944-1180 . Heavy wooden doors open into a world that celebrates the British Empire . Prime rib is the star of the menu . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V , ATM
Maxime ’ s 1131 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204-257-1521 . This South Winnipeg favourite ' s elegant setting and wide-ranging menu make for a multi-generational palate pleaser . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V The Terrace Dining Room 3975 Portage Ave , 204-885-3330 . Overlooking the racetrack at Assiniboia Downs , a multi-tiered room provides a superb view . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
INTERNATIONAL / CONTEMPORARY
The Allen Restaurant 281 Donald St , 204-594-9494 . The historic Metropolitan Theatre reborn as a dining establishment with rooftop patio . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V The Beachcomber The Forks Market , 1 Forks Market Rd , 204-948-0020 . This restaurant ’ s focus on seafood reflects its riverside views . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Capital Grill and Bar 3116 Roblin Blvd , 204-615-3116 . Neighbourhood regulars clink glasses in the sleek , modern dining room over a mix of homey and high cuisine . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
Close Co . 256 Stafford St , 204-691-7788 . This ultra-intimate lounge has a mere 12 seats , though the small size belies big flavour . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V
Health Conscious
Whether it ' s a matter of personal preference or health-related reasons , dietary restrictions are a huge part of today ' s dining scene . These local favourites offer meals that cater to nutritional preferences , while still providing the flavours fans can ' t get enough of . Cocoabeans , Winnipeg ' s gluten-free go-to , turns dietary restriction on its ear , serving items like a coconut chicken sandwich . Sweet and crunchy meet soft and savoury in this meal that hits all the right notes . An aptly named anti- inflammatory shot ( pictured ) at Verde Juice Bar combines fresh turmeric , ginger , carrot and lemon to give a refreshing immunity boost . The Buddha burger has become a staple at Boon Burger , appeasing savoury cravings using local , plant-based ingredients . A gluten-free chickpea patty is topped with fresh vegetables , curry mayo and peach chutney , packing a punch of flavour in every bite . The tofu eggplant tower from Star Grill may consist of fairly light ingredients , but the portion is sure to satisfy . Vegetarians are well-served with this tower of power that layers panko-crusted strips of tofu and eggplant with sweet roasted red peppers , mushrooms and spinach , doused in an aromatic tomato sauce . Spaghetti gets a facelift at Prairie Ink in the form of curried spaghetti squash , a dish that ' s light on calories but heavy on flavour . Strings of squash are laced with housemade curry and tempered by a side of crisp bok choy . Shawarma Khan ' s beet apple salad can satisfy several cravings at once with its cheeky sweet and sour blend of tart granny smith apple , sweet beet slices and a splash of housemade red wine vinaigrette .
18 TASTE Winnipeg ’ s Culinary Guide 2018-2019