Winnipeg Restaurants

[esquire]

Whenever I go to Hy's I swear every American businessman in town who isn't at 529 is eating dinner in there. Outside of the major US coastal cities (and I guess Vegas and Chicago too) that have legit culinary scenes, I get the impression that steakhouses are sort of the default "fanciest joint in town" in most places... so not surprisingly Americans with expense accounts naturally gravitate to them wherever they go.

[Tacheguy]

Originally Posted by esquire

Whenever I go to Hy's I swear every American businessman in town who isn't at 529 is eating dinner in there. Outside of the major US coastal cities (and I guess Vegas and Chicago too) that have legit culinary scenes, I get the impression that steakhouses are sort of the default "fanciest joint in town" in most places... so not surprisingly Americans with expense accounts naturally gravitate to them wherever they go.

So true. like Ruths Chris down there I guess. went to one of those in Indianapolis and thought it was quite disappointing.

[buzzg]

Originally Posted by esquire

^ That seems like an odd fit for a local diner kind of joint like Pete's.

Yeah – not sure why they'd take the chance on a space that Cara and (former) FB Hospitality couldn't make a go of. That whole development is kind of a no man's land. No one's gonna walk from Polo, and it's awkward to get in and out of there.. no reason to go unless you are going to HD/Chapters... or just a really big fan of Montana's.

Originally Posted by Tacheguy

I am going to rethink my eating habits in the new year. Why have Memphis ribs at the Heights when I could be eating wild boar bacon with fermented cranberries in a black truffle reduction in the exchange?
Kidding..I enjoy both types of events.

Fun fact..a few months ago we had dinner for four at Gotham's in Vancouver and the bill (with a nice tip and good wine) was over 1400. The meal itself was in no way better than Hy's here in town in my opinion.

What's the Heights?

Originally Posted by esquire

Whenever I go to Hy's I swear every American businessman in town who isn't at 529 is eating dinner in there. Outside of the major US coastal cities (and I guess Vegas and Chicago too) that have legit culinary scenes, I get the impression that steakhouses are sort of the default "fanciest joint in town" in most places... so not surprisingly Americans with expense accounts naturally gravitate to them wherever they go.

Hy's is expensive but always good and the staff know what they're doing. But I imagine the number one reason for what you've observed is that they're likely all staying at The Fairmont and don't want to venture far. Bailey's has the same vibes sometimes, for the same reasons. They probably go from Hy's to Bailey's for a scotch, then back to the hotel.

Originally Posted by Tacheguy

So true. like Ruths Chris down there I guess. went to one of those in Indianapolis and thought it was quite disappointing.

That place is awful. It's like Banana Republic to the GAP, except to Outback Steakhouse.

[cllew]

Originally Posted by buzzg

What's the Heights?

Probably means this place in St. James that is suppose to have good ribs.

https://www.silverheightsrestaurant.ca/

[buzzg]

^Lol. Quite the comparison.

[Roger Strong]

Originally Posted by cllew

Probably means this place in St. James that is suppose to have good ribs.

https://www.silverheightsrestaurant.ca/

Their Longhorn Rib Steak is the best steak in town.

[Wolf13]

Originally Posted by esquire

Whenever I go to Hy's I swear every American businessman in town who isn't at 529 is eating dinner in there. Outside of the major US coastal cities (and I guess Vegas and Chicago too) that have legit culinary scenes, I get the impression that steakhouses are sort of the default "fanciest joint in town" in most places... so not surprisingly Americans with expense accounts naturally gravitate to them wherever they go.

Well, the well heeled and well travelled are often north of 50, so they stick to what they know, especially in a city famous for being boring. Hy's is great and close, and 529 is a stand out.

Younger business travelers in their 30s and 40s are being more creative these days though.

Originally Posted by Roger Strong

Their Longhorn Rib Steak is the best steak in town.

I must try it then.

[Jammon]

[QUOTE=Wolf13;8029797]Well, the well heeled and well travelled are often north of 50, so they stick to what they know, especially in a city famous for being boring. Hy's is great and close, and 529 is a stand out.

Younger business travelers in their 30s and 40s are being more creative these days though.

I don't believe this is the case for the older generation now. While Hy's and Rae and Jerry's are institutions, the majority of people we entertain want to try different places. Everyone always asks about Segovia. And of course, we have to tell them it is nearly impossible to get in to unless you are there at 5 PM. It has established quite a reputation outside the city.

[Wolf13]

Originally Posted by Jammon

I don't believe this is the case for the older generation now. While Hy's and Rae and Jerry's are institutions, the majority of people we entertain want to try different places. Everyone always asks about Segovia. And of course, we have to tell them it is nearly impossible to get in to unless you are there at 5 PM. It has established quite a reputation outside the city.

"Often", not always. Among the well-heeled business travellers, as in rich old dudes, many prefer a steakhouse or continental cuisine. Far from all. It's not that they don't go to Segovia, but rather that when you go to Hy's... who do you see?

I've spent many a frustrated half hour waiting for tables at segovia. Place is awesome and always busy. And dammit take my reservation lol.

[horrorbro123]

I Went To Polo Park This Evening When Cultures Closed Down For Good Chachi's Will Take Over Former Cultures Location Next to Soon to Be Edo Japan

[h0twired]

Originally Posted by horrorbro123

I Went To Polo Park This Evening When Cultures Closed Down For Good Chachi's Will Take Over Former Cultures Location Next to Soon to Be Edo Japan

Those are two improvements.

Cultures was never busy and I always wondered how fresh the sandwiches on display were. Chachis makes sandwiches to order and they are really good.

Edo Japan is an improvement to Koya. I find Edo much tastier and fresher.

[cheswick]

Went to cultures once. Got a grilled wrap. Warm on the outside, ice cold in the middle.

[oftheMoon]

The new Stella's spinoff - Kevin's - on Bannatyne is now open:

http://kevinsbistro.ca/

[CoryB]

Reservations for what seemingly is a selection of high end mac and cheese at Kevin's?

I have been wrong on the success of concepts before but this seems to really be pushing some boundaries.

[esquire]

^ Factor in tip and taxes and you could easily be in for over $20 just for a bowl of fancy mac & cheese. It feels like that menu is an elaborate prank.

[Wolf13]

Originally Posted by CoryB

Reservations for what seemingly is a selection of high end mac and cheese at Kevin's?

I have been wrong on the success of concepts before but this seems to really be pushing some boundaries.

Maybe, but it's in the right spot. And every Stella's I've been to has a wait.

In regards to reservations, well, if they don't use em, no big deal. But it's a smaller space so if you ever need a party of 4+.

[oftheMoon]

Originally Posted by esquire

^ Factor in tip and taxes and you could easily be in for over $20 just for a bowl of fancy mac & cheese. It feels like that menu is an elaborate prank.

I was thinking of the cost but basically on par with most other 'pasta' dishes out there really. Mac & cheese just seems to have the cheap KD stigma attached to it, but pasta is pasta is pasta...

[Boreal]

People pay $10 for Subway's white rubber chicken thing and veggies tossed on top with a shot of mayo. $15 for a worthy pasta seems sensiblel

[Biff]

Hmmm....sounds like i'm havin Subway for lunch today!

[CoryB]

Syndey's at The Forks closes for good this weekend. No word on what will replace it but with the good things The Forks people have been up to recently expectations are likely going to be on a high side.