ASOYAMA
Authentic Japanese cuisine prepared with care by chef Ken Chung. Well executed sushi is prominent feature on the menu, but the lesser-known Japanese noodle and donburi dishes are not to…
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Gaijin Izakaya Review
Gaijin Izakaya Neighbourhood: East Kildonan Address: 2-1575 Regent Ave W Phone: 204-615-6868 Entrees: $6-$20 Chef Edward Lam has been persistently trying to win over Winnipeggers to Izakaya for years. To clarify, Izakaya is to…
NOT A WAFFLE
Japanese taiyaki, a fish-shaped waffle typically filled with red bean paste, taro or custard, is the star of this fun ice cream shop. Tons of cute treats like goldfish and…
KYU BISTRO
This tiny corner spot delivers big on Asian flavour. Opened in 2013, it was the first restaurant in Winnipeg to specialize in ramen. This izakaya-only space offers small plates of…
Mango Chicken Heroshima
This multilayered sub sandwich uses a 7” egg bun, available at KUB Bakery. Ingredients Chicken Skewers 2 lbs white chicken breast, ground 1/2 lb chicken thigh, ground 1/2 tsp salt…
Spicy Peanut Ramen
This dish runs on the spicier side, so adjust chilli amounts depending on preference. Ingredients Ramen Broth 1 stewing hen 1 large onion 15 cups water 5 tsp salt 3…
Tamarind Tofu
Deep fried crispy tofu pairs well with tamarind sauce made from the sweet and sour fruit popular in Africa and Asia. Ingredients Tamarind Sauce 6 full pieces tamarind fruit 4…
Spicy Bulgogi Pizza
Korean-inspired bulgogi beef, packed with flavour, adds spice while tangy kimchi brings the kick. Ingredients Bulgogi Beef 1/4 lb beef, thinly sliced 1 tsp salt 2 tsp sugar 1/2 tsp…
CHO ICHI RAMEN
Building the most flavourful bowl of ramen is this restaurant’s mission. Pendant lighting, a trendy industrial atmosphere and killer ramen make this a neighbourhood hotspot. The pork tonkotsu broth is…
Yujiro Review
Yujiro Neighbourhood: River Heights Address: 1822 Grant Ave Phone: 204-489-9254 Entrées: $5-$26 In an equidistant prairie city, well away from two oceans, it’s a surprise to discover sushi restaurants that…
Cho Ichi Ramen Review
Cho Ichi Ramen Neighbourhood: Fort Garry Address: 1151 Pembina Hwy Phone: 204-615-8832 Entrées: $13-$15 In Japan, alongside fish and rice, the noodle that rules is ramen. An explosively flavourful bowl…