Shirley's Restaurant & Gourmet Grocery
135 Osborne St, Winnipeg, MB R3L 1Y4, Canada
Website: https://welcometoshirleys.com/
Shirley's Restaurant & Gourmet Grocery in Winnipeg is a 4.8-star restaurant with 98 Google reviews, known for Beef Tartare and Dinner Rolls.
Why we love it
- Modern European with Italian influence
- Located near Near Osborne St and Stradbrook Ave
- Gourmet grocery, strong cocktails, cozy atmosphere
- Table service with 2-hour seating blocks
- Modern European with Italian influence
- Located near Near Osborne St and Stradbrook Ave
- Gourmet grocery, strong cocktails, cozy atmosphere
- Table service with 2-hour seating blocks
What to Order
Beef Tartare
A highly praised appetizer, this tartare is a standout for its excellent preparation and flavor, often cited as a must-try.
"Order the tartare, it was really good, but I ended up ordering something else to get satisfied."
Rodrigo
Dinner Rolls
These aren't just any dinner rolls; they come with a "fun butter" that elevates them to a memorable starter.
"We still talk about the fun butter they served with the bread that evening."
Chase Gerzanic
Very Good Salad
Living up to its name, this salad is consistently highlighted as a fresh and delicious component of the meal.
"The very good salad is exactly that - very good!"
Cheryl Hooper
Radiatori & Ragu
This pasta dish features a unique radiatori noodle paired with a rich ragu, praised for its flavor and texture.
"The radiatori & ragu was so good, I loved the unique noodle."
Cole Cianflone
Rigatoni
A perfectly al dente pasta dish, the rigatoni is noted for its excellent texture and a delightful kick.
"Highlights for us were the rigatoni-the pasta was a perfect al dente, and the pork shoulder steak- was juicy and paired nicely with a crunchy side salad with chili oil dressing."Mini Hun
Tiramisu
Described as magical, this dessert is a perfect end to the meal, consistently earning high praise.
"the tiramisu is the most magical thing you'll ever put in your mouth"
Anna James
Cocktails
The bar staff crafts exceptional cocktails, with specific mentions of their strength and quality.
"Brianna thinks its the best cocktails shes ever had. And good options for people with dietary peculiarities."
arin
Inside Scoop
- Make a reservation, especially for dinner, as the counter for walk-ins tends to fill up quickly.
- Be aware that seating is typically in 2-hour blocks, so plan your ordering accordingly.
- Portions can be on the smaller side, so consider ordering several dishes to share or if you're very hungry.
- Don't miss the gourmet grocery section by the entrance for unique ingredients to take home.
- The restaurant can be a bit noisy due to its small size, but the atmosphere is generally chill and pleasant.