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The definitive Ciao ! restaurant list outlines our selection of the top dining establishments in the city . Virtually all of these recommendations are locally owned and operated . Keep this list available for easy reference , whether you are seeking a formal multi-course gourmet extravaganza or simply want the best soup in town . Although information is updated every issue , restaurant details are subject to change without notice . If you have visited a restaurant that should be considered for addition to this list , please e-mail your recommendation to : editorial @ bestmarketing . com

— New Location
wa — Wheelchair accessible
lp — Licensed premises
sp — Summer Patio
a — American Express
ia — Interac
m — MasterCard
v — Visa
atm — Bank machine on‐site
BARBEQUE
Famous Dave ’ s 11 Reenders Dr , 204-504-7200 . This roadhouse-style joint is famous for its smoked ribs , BBQ favourites and American sides . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
BISTRO
Baked Expectations 161 Osborne St , 204‐452‐5176 . The menu lists comfort food such as burgers and pastas , but save room for the decadent desserts . WA , LP , IA Bonfire Bistro 1433 Corydon Ave , 204‐487‐4440 . Famous for wood-fired artisan pizzas , this cozy hangout is the perfect place to unwind . Try the spicy Bonfire Hawaiian . WA , LP , IA , M , V Café 22 823 Corydon Ave , 204-989-5119 . Doubles as family restaurant and trendy lounge . Pizzas are drawn from a wood-burning oven . LP , SP , IA , M , V deer + almond 85 Princess St , 204‐504‐8562 . This hip , rustic Exchange District restaurant boasts an inspired globally influenced menu of creative , shareable plates . WA ,
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Pauline 112 Marion St , 204-235-6001 . Stylish French-inspired bistro named for an historic Winnipeg artist . Serves exquisite breakfast and brunch fare .
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Prairie Ink Grant Park Shopping Centre , 204‐975‐2659 . Cozy retreat inside McNally Robinson Booksellers serves healthy fare , resh juices and wonderful desserts . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V winnipeg ’ s bestlist

Prairie ’ s Edge 2015 Main St , 204‐284‐7275 . Eatery tucked away in the greenery of scenic Kildonan Park offers creative dishes packed with regional ingredients and flair . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Saucers Cafe 570 Academy Rd , 204‐489‐9204 . Generous sandwiches , salads , pizzas , specialty coffees and teas made with fresh ingredients and the planet in mind . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
CAFÉ
Across the Board Game Café 211 Bannatyne Ave , 204‐691‐3422 . Choose from 1,000-plus board games or enjoy snacks , sandwiches and entrées in this bright space . LP , IA , M , V Clementine Café 123 Princess St , 204‐942‐9497 . Trendy underground nook offers breakfast and lunch , including fresh baking and morning cocktails . LP , A , IA , M , V Cocoabeans Bakeshop 774 Corydon Ave , 204-918-5313 . Gluten-free café serves light meals for all dietary restrictions , like the vegan Caesar bowl with dairy-free cheddar .
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The Frenchway 238 Lilac St , 204‐421‐9002 . Lilac Street bakery and café specializes in breakfast and lunch fare using house-made pastries , breads and sweets . WA , SP , IA , M , V Hildegard ’ s Bakery 100-686 Portage Ave , 204‐615-0889 . A full menu of baked goods along with wood-fired pizza and fresh breads alongside roasted drip coffees from the on-site café . WA , LP , IA , M , V
Juneberry 531 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204‐306-8838 . Cute breakfast and lunch spot melds multicultural flavours into dishes like breakfast banh mi and Honduran baledas . WA , LP , IA , M , V
Lark 91 Albert St , Chewcatering . ca . This contemporary space with a seasonallyinspired menu is a cozy spot for lingering over lunch or grabbing a quick bite . LP , IA , M , V Marion Street Eatery 393 Marion Street , 204‐233‐2843 . Elevated homey comfort food . Try gourmet mac and cheese with bacon and pretzel topping or a perogy bowl with roasted beets . LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Panda Tea 2844 Pembina Hwy , 204‐275‐3599 ; 1041 McPhillips St , 204-505-6989 . Tea room serving milk tea , slush drinks and bubble tea in flavours like passionfruit , red bean and taro . IA , M , V The Oakwood 660 Osborne St , 204‐475‐4250 . Sleek decor and local sourcing elevate this Osborne favourite dishing out filling breakfasts , twists on comfort food and indulgent desserts . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
The Tallest Poppy 103 Sherbrook St , 204-219-8777 . Located in the Sherbrook Inn , this comfort food-with-a-twist diner serves soul food-inspired eats with decidedly northern ingredients . LP , SP , IA , M , V Stella ’ s Café & Bakery 1895 Grant Ave , 204-488‐7810 ; 116 Sherbrook St , 204‐477‐5556 ; 1463 Pembina Hwy , 204-275-2001 ; 340 Provencher Blvd , 204-477‐8393 ; Plug In Gallery , 460 Portage Ave , 204‐772‐1556 . Famous breakfast items like baked egg , fresh breads and the Mexican breakfast alongside a vast selection of entrées , hearty soups and homey curries . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V
CASINO DINING
Mango ’ s Restaurant 1 Ocean Dr , Off Hwy 59 , Scanterbury , MB , 1‐877‐775‐8259 . Canadian and tropical delights served in retro setting at South Beach Casino . This menu is worth the drive . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
CHINESE
Kum Koon Garden 257 King St , 204-943‐4655 . The city ’ s largest restaurant is a Chinatown institution that packs in patrons for dim sum lunches . Exotic Cantonese chow attracts diners . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V North Garden 6‐33 University Cres , 204-275‐2591 . Innovative Cantonese and northern Chinese cuisine are the specialties . Barbequed half duck is roasted to succulent perfection . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
DANISH
Bistro Dansk 63 Sherbrook St , 204-775‐5662 . This intimate , nationally-recognized restaurant serves European comfort food . Specialties include frikadeller and hakkebof . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
DELI / DINER
Bernstein ’ s Deli 1-1700 Corydon Ave , 204‐488‐4552 . Jewish specialties and deli staples such as bagels thickly layered with cream cheese and lox and sizeable sandwiches . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Falafel Place 1101 Corydon Ave , 204-489‐5811 . True to its name , this bustling diner specializes in Israeli-style falafel balls served in pitas or on a platter and vegan breakfasts . WA , IA The Nook Diner 43 Sherbrook St , 204‐774‐0818 . Daytime hangout pushes out short-order favourites including a scrumptious eggs Benedict and all day breakfast . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Oscar ’ s Deli 175 Hargrave St , 204‐947-0314 . Jewish-style diner sandwiches piled high with shaved meat and new dishes like quinoa yam hash . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
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