Lovely Locales
Nicolino ’ s 4-2077 Pembina Hwy , 204-269-5004 . Owner Nick Zifarelli oversees a menu of rustic Italian classics that sparkle in this South Winipeg hot spot . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Teo ' s 691 Corydon Ave , 204-414-6305 . This sleek resto and lounge serves woodfired pies built on Nonna ’ s fresh dough melded with mod tastes . LP , SP , IA , M , V
JAPANESE
B l ü fi s h 179 Bannatyne Ave , 204-779-9888 . This chic sushi spot balances sophistication with a healthy dose of fun . Try playful pan-seared cuttlefish with ginger-laced teriyaki sauce . LP , A , IA , M , V Ichiban 189 Carlton St , 204-925-7400 . A Winnipeg tradition for over 30 years , teppanyaki-style fresh entrées are cooked with panache by talented chefs . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Meiji 454 River Ave , 204-284-3996 . Offers unique house rolls like tropical and fashion roll . Try a fancy drink from attached G Martini Bar . LP , A , IA , M , V Wasabi 105-121 Osborne St , 204-474-2332 ; 588 Broadway , 204-774-4328 ; 3-1360 Taylor Ave , 204-415-7878 . Sushi is taken to new creative heights . Visually stunning rolls leave a lasting impression . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V bestlist
Yujiro 1822 Grant Ave , 204-489-9254 . Chef Edward Lam ’ s stylish dishes are presented in a chic small space . Traditional and modern dishes . WA , LP , IA , M , V
KOREAN
IGI BBQ & Sushi Bistro 10-1875 Pembina Hwy , 204-477-9909 . Its all about table-top , do-it-yourself barbeque at this all-you-can-eat Japanese and Korean focused restaurant . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Kimchi Sushi 1270 Pembina Hwy , 204-261-8888 ; 998 Keewatin St , 204-694-1269 . Black walls and hanging lights give this sushi spot sleek style . A variety of excellent Japanese and Korean specialties such as rolls and sashimi . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
MEXICAN
Carlos & Murphy ’ s 129 Osborne St , 204-284-3510 . Serves Mexican cantina food such as taco salads , chimichangas and heaping Carlos nachos . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V La Roca 155 Smith St , 204-615-9605 . A refreshing take on Mexican fare in downtown Winnipeg . The light and fresh flavours of coastal Mexico shine in taco trios . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
PUB / CANTINA
Brazen Hall 800 Pembina Hwy , 204-453-7980 . House made brews on tap at this stylish spacious pub . Menu of modern snacks and entrees . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V , SP The Cornerstone 93 Osborne St , 204-505-7772 . Smart bar food reigns at this neighbourhood spot . Fried chicken báhn mì is a highlight . WA , LP , IA , A , M , V The King ’ s Head Pub 120 King St , 204-957-7710 . English pub setting with British-style Indian food menu and live music on the weekend . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
One Great City Brewing Co . 1596 Ness Ave , 204-210-2337 . Sleek brewpub with a creative menu of elevated bar food to match six varieties of beer brewed on site . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V The Roost Social House 651 Corydon Ave , 204-414-9313 . Cozy lounge incorporates seasonal ingredients in clever cocktails and small plate menu . LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Shannon ’ s Irish Pub 175 Carlton St , 204-943-2302 . Irish hospitality is extended through a huge menu of classic pub food and traditional dishes . LP , SP , A , M , V , ATM Tavern United 4 locations , visit tavernunited . com Contemporary English sports pub where visitors play pool or catch the game . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
Lovely Locales
Experience high-class elegance at the lavish 529 Wellington ( pictured ), a repurposed mansion in one of the city ' s most prestigious neighbourhoods . Inside , take a seat under a shimmering chandelier before tucking into a premium cut of meat . An ever-evolving menu at Prairie 360 delivers multicultural interpretations in a revolving space with a bird ' s eye view . Its downtown location ensures a perfect perspective of every angle of the city . Set inside the beautiful Assiniboine Park , the Park Cafe offers an escape from the everyday concrete jungle . Enjoy ducks splashing in the pond , surrounded by lush greenery . Breakfast-all-day dishes are excellent options , like the pork belly eggs benedict . Resto @ Thermea offers a setting like no other within a gorgeous Nordic style outdoor spa , replete with hammocks and water features . Healthy gourmet spa fare like pan-seared Manitoba trout is served to the spa patrons . Witness the festivities of The Forks from the up-close vantage point at Muddy Waters Eatery while sampling some signature dishes like perfectly seasoned crispy fried chicken .
22 TASTE Winnipeg ’ s Culinary Guide 2018-2019