Era Bistro - Winnipeg

The atmosphere was terrific because we were able to actually enjoy a pleasant conversation without having to shout at each other like the noise at most chain restaurants. Our tables were well spaced apart and you didn’t have to walk sideways to your table. You could see the passion of the chefs because they are visible to the restaurant patrons. The food was very fresh and tasty from beginning to the the end. The only thing I didn’t like was paying for evening parking after dropping over $200 for a restaurant dinner and it would be nice to get a discount voucher for the Human Rights Museum after spending a minimum amount over $100.

Our lunch here was a mostly pleasant experience. The restaurant is very open (even the kitchen! but we did not find it overly noisy. We enjoyed a table by the window but would have been totally fine at a communal table as well, what an interesting concept! The food was excellent and nicely presented. I'm not sure whether the influx of people from our seminar was overwhelming but getting our order in took some time and we did not receive our food until 1:25. (our reservation was for 12:15 At least our water glasses were refilled regularly while we waited! We were supposed to be back from lunch at 1:30 so we decided to miss the next presentation and stay to enjoy our food. Some places are just slower, but it would be nice to know in advance so you can be prepared for it. :

Service was great; informed and responsive. The food however was good but a few items were not. The carrot fries were overly breaded and served cold yuck. We have enjoyed these previously and they were half the size with half the coating. But not this time. Additionally, the menu really fails for vegans. There are several vegetarian options but it is time to rethink the menu and offer some real options for vegans. And finally, offering only soy milk (which MANY vegans already know isn’t a great health option) as the only vegan milk option is short sighted. Almond, cashew and oat are alternative milk options that would be more welcoming to many. Soy milk curdles in hot coffee and is profoundly off putting. That all being said this bistro really remains a great place to dine the menu is interesting and the food for the most part is great.

Would like them to sell the jam. Otherwise really enjoyable.

Our group of friends had a marvelous time celebrating our friendship around this Christmas Season and everything was superb!!! The perfect setting and wouldn't change a thing!!!! Thank u!!!! Merry Christmas back at you all!!! Linda, Marilynn, Shirley, Marj Rita