Doug’s guidebook
Food scene
We are in the heart of many of Winnipeg's top food destinations!
Our personal favourite on the local craft beer scene. They host a number of eclectic local events. Patio is an urban oasis in summer. Located in a former city of Winnipeg Livery Stable. And they deliver! https://littlebrownjug.ca/
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Little Brown Jug Brewing
336 William AveOur personal favourite on the local craft beer scene. They host a number of eclectic local events. Patio is an urban oasis in summer. Located in a former city of Winnipeg Livery Stable. And they deliver! https://littlebrownjug.ca/
This sleek place is literally down the block and made the top 100 restaurants in Canada. Their food is art! Reservations are a must https://maque.ca/enoteca
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Enoteca
1670 Corydon AveThis sleek place is literally down the block and made the top 100 restaurants in Canada. Their food is art! Reservations are a must https://maque.ca/enoteca
Another spot literally at the end of the block. Great Italian food and exquisite Wine Bar. Nice Patio. Pizza specials are great value. Order in https://www.monalisarestaurant.ca/
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Mona Lisa Ristorante Italiano
1697 Corydon AveAnother spot literally at the end of the block. Great Italian food and exquisite Wine Bar. Nice Patio. Pizza specials are great value. Order in https://www.monalisarestaurant.ca/
Great spot for lunch or dinner. Try the paella at dinner. https://bonfirebistro.ca/
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Bonfire Bistro
1433 Corydon AveGreat spot for lunch or dinner. Try the paella at dinner. https://bonfirebistro.ca/
When you have to have your fix. 25 min walk. Here's a map https://www.google.com/maps/dir/266+Renfrew+St,+Winnipeg,+MB+R3N+1J6,+Canada/Starbucks,+2025+Corydon+Ave+184+Tuxedo+Park+Shopping+Centre,+Winnipeg,+MB+R3P+0N5/@49.8674466,-97.2095169,16z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x52ea7487b7b25641:0x8ed2405a34ae6911!2m2!1d-97.1956796!2d49.8689662!1m5!1m1!1s0x52ea7499ffb1c5cd:0x25e1c1750ef197e3!2m2!1d-97.2133142!2d49.8676865!3e2
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Starbucks
481 River AveWhen you have to have your fix. 25 min walk. Here's a map https://www.google.com/maps/dir/266+Renfrew+St,+Winnipeg,+MB+R3N+1J6,+Canada/Starbucks,+2025+Corydon+Ave+184+Tuxedo+Park+Shopping+Centre,+Winnipeg,+MB+R3P+0N5/@49.8674466,-97.2095169,16z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x52ea7487b7b25641:0x8ed2405a34ae6911!2m2!1d-97.1956796!2d49.8689662!1m5!1m1!1s0x52ea7499ffb1c5cd:0x25e1c1750ef197e3!2m2!1d-97.2133142!2d49.8676865!3e2
A bit of a longer walk but so worthwhile. We had guests from Manhattan who chose to eat here every night! https://pizzeriagusto.com/
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Pizzeria Gusto
404 Academy RdA bit of a longer walk but so worthwhile. We had guests from Manhattan who chose to eat here every night! https://pizzeriagusto.com/
A fun experience inside or on their patio. A great selection of local craft beers. Yummy upscale "food truck/street food IF you are not dieting.Tuesday nights they feature tacos.
Leopold's Tavern Winnipeg - Academy
414 Academy RdA fun experience inside or on their patio. A great selection of local craft beers. Yummy upscale "food truck/street food IF you are not dieting.Tuesday nights they feature tacos.
A great little cafe/bistro with an extensive menu. Walking disance https://saucerscafe.com/
Saucers Cafe
570 Academy RdA great little cafe/bistro with an extensive menu. Walking disance https://saucerscafe.com/
From River Heights you are equidistant to all three Keg Restaurants. They all have lively patios. Steaks, seafood and casual fare are always available. Doug and I met when we both worked there so it is one of our constant visits. Located in the former HBC Livery Stable.
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The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Garry Street
115 Garry StFrom River Heights you are equidistant to all three Keg Restaurants. They all have lively patios. Steaks, seafood and casual fare are always available. Doug and I met when we both worked there so it is one of our constant visits. Located in the former HBC Livery Stable.
Located in a former mansion, 529 is the choice for visiting celebrities and NHL players. Amazing food but take your credit card. You can arrive at their exquisite patio by boat if you choose.
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529 Wellington Steakhouse
529 Wellington CrescentLocated in a former mansion, 529 is the choice for visiting celebrities and NHL players. Amazing food but take your credit card. You can arrive at their exquisite patio by boat if you choose.
Another excellent restaurant within walking distance. Extensive wine list of only Canadian wines. Food is expertly prepared by one of Winnipeg's few female Chefs. Say hi to Scott the owner and tell him Doug and Kath sent you.
fusion grill
Lanark StreetAnother excellent restaurant within walking distance. Extensive wine list of only Canadian wines. Food is expertly prepared by one of Winnipeg's few female Chefs. Say hi to Scott the owner and tell him Doug and Kath sent you.
Cornelia Bean
417 Academy RdThe closest independent Tea shop - approx 20 minute walk.
Right around the corner for your morning fix! A truly local success story owned by Winnipeggers with a passion for coffee!
Empty Cup Academy
Right around the corner for your morning fix! A truly local success story owned by Winnipeggers with a passion for coffee!
Family Fun
Home of Winnie the Pooh, Leo Mol Sculpture Gardens, English Gardens, Sunday cricket games, outdoor theatre area, huge kids play area, covered picnic areas
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Parque Assiniboine
55 Pavilion CrescentHome of Winnie the Pooh, Leo Mol Sculpture Gardens, English Gardens, Sunday cricket games, outdoor theatre area, huge kids play area, covered picnic areas
For summer family fun, they have a self contained, treed, splash pad.
River Heights Site of Corydon Community Centre
1370 Grosvenor AveFor summer family fun, they have a self contained, treed, splash pad.
Winnipeg's largest aquatic centre only a 20 minute drive.
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Pan Am Pool
25 Poseidon BayWinnipeg's largest aquatic centre only a 20 minute drive.
Sightseeing
The WAG is home to the largest collection of Inuit art in the world. It's architecture is unique having been built on a triangle shaped lot.
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Galería de Arte de Winnipeg
300 Memorial BlvdThe WAG is home to the largest collection of Inuit art in the world. It's architecture is unique having been built on a triangle shaped lot.
The only national gallery not located in Ottawa. Its architecture is world renowned.
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Museo Canadiense de los Derechos Humanos
85 Israel Asper WayThe only national gallery not located in Ottawa. Its architecture is world renowned.
World renowned for it's interactive Polar Bear display and beautifully landscaped open enclosures for animals
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Assiniboine Park Zoo
2595 Roblin BlvdWorld renowned for it's interactive Polar Bear display and beautifully landscaped open enclosures for animals
Brand new to Winnipeg - a world class bio dome horticultural experience. The restaurant is supposed to be incredible!
The Leaf
Brand new to Winnipeg - a world class bio dome horticultural experience. The restaurant is supposed to be incredible!
Shopping
IKEA Winnipeg
500 Sterling Lyon PkwyOnly 15 minute drive.
Winnipeg's premier shopping destination only a 10 minute drive!
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CF Polo Park
1485 Portage AveWinnipeg's premier shopping destination only a 10 minute drive!
Winnipeg's newest shopping destination only a 15 minute drive.
60 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Outlet Collection Winnipeg
555 Sterling Lyon PkwyWinnipeg's newest shopping destination only a 15 minute drive.
Sports
Home of our incredible Winnipeg Jets!
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Canada Life Centre
300 Carlton StHome of our incredible Winnipeg Jets!
Home of the Grey Cup Champion Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Valour FC of the Canadian Premier League
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Investors Group Field
315 Chancellor Matheson RdHome of the Grey Cup Champion Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Valour FC of the Canadian Premier League
The downtown stadium is the beautiful home of Winnipeg's American Association of Professional Baseball team Goldeye's.
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Winnipeg Goldeyes Baseball Club
1 Portage Ave EThe downtown stadium is the beautiful home of Winnipeg's American Association of Professional Baseball team Goldeye's.