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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 . The symbols are as follows : WA — Wheelchair accessible LP — Licensed premises SP — Summer patio A — American Express IA — Interac M — MasterCard V — Visa ATM — Bank machine on‐site
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BARBEQUE
Lovey ’ s BBQ and Smokehouse 1‐208 Marion St , 204‐233‐RIBS ( 7427 ). Casual eatery with a barbeque pit and scratch-made sauces . Slabs of pork shoulder and brisket are smoked low and slow overnight . WA , LP , IA , M , V Muddy Waters Eatery The Forks Pavilion , 204‐947‐6653 . Memphis-style barbeque featuring slow-cooked ribs and pork , smoked over hickory fire . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
BISTRO
Baked Expectations 161 Osborne St , 204‐452‐5176 . The huge chalkboard lists comfort food like burgers and pasta , but save room for the sweet stuff . This place is duly noted for its decadent desserts , from tortes to cheesecakes . WA , LP , SP , IA Bonfire Bistro 1433 Corydon Ave , 204‐487‐4440 . Famous for wood-fired artisan pizzas . Try the spicy Bonfire Hawaiian , with capicollo ham and fire-roasted pineapple . WA , LP , IA , M , V Café 22 823 Corydon Ave ; 336 Broadway ; 130 Provencher Blvd ; 1795 Henderson Hwy , 204‐222‐2222 . This trendy chain serves gourmet coffee , sandwiches , calzones and Chicago-style deep dish pies . 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 , LP , IA , M , V
Dessert Sinsations Café 505 St . Mary Ave , 204‐284‐4661 . This sunny café features rustic gourmet comfort food alongside owner Barbara O ’ Hara ’ s renowned desserts . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Era Bistro 85 Israel Asper Way , 204‐289‐2000 . Located in the Canadian Museum for Human Rights , this open concept room serves locally inspired fare with an emphasis on sustainability . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Le Garage Café 166 Provencher Blvd , 204‐237‐0737 . This casual eatery in the heart of the French Quarter offers sophisticated tastes for lunch , dinner and late night . Live music scheduled . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Prairie Ink Grant Park Shopping Centre , 204‐975‐2659 . Cozy retreat inside McNally Robinson Booksellers . Healthy fare for all tastes . Extensive fresh juice selection and wonderful desserts . Also an on-site pâtisserie counter . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
Resto at Thermëa 775 Crescent Dr , 204‐284-9595 . Located inside Thermëa by Nordik-Spa Nature , this bistro boasts a health-focused menu . Regional ingredients shine in dishes like Arctic Char and grapefruit crème . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Saucers Café 570 Academy Rd , 204‐489‐9204 . Generous sandwiches , salads , wraps , pizzas , specialty coffees and teas . Try the roasted vegetable bruschetta with tart balsamic reduction . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
BURGERS
Boon Burger 79 Sherbrook St , 204-415‐1391 ; 141 Bannatyne Ave , 204-504-5394 . This all-vegan burger café serves up a range of house-made patties . Treat yourself to house-made organic iced tea and crispy sesame fries . LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Market Burger 645 Corydon Ave , 204‐505‐2510 . Serves up mouthfuls of Manitoba with locally sourced ingredients from cheese and meat to buns and beers . IA , V , M Nuburger 472 Stradbrook Ave , 204‐888‐1001 ; 1-1650 Kenaston Blvd , 204-615‐2009 ; The Forks Market , 1 Forks Market Rd . Healthy , fresh twists on the classic burger . Pick from locally sourced bison , beef , chicken , or veggie patties . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
CAFE
BerMax Caffé + Bistro 4-1800 Corydon Ave , 204‐691‐0044 . Specialty coffee drinks complement a bistro style menu in this sleek , welldesigned space . WA , IA , M , V
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