🍝 Winnipeg's Most Authentic Italian Gem: Bellissimo

📍 Address: 877 Waverley St, Winnipeg 🅿️ Parking: Plenty of spots available After a disappointing lasagna experience at another Italian spot near IKEA, I'd sworn off Italian food—until hunger (and laziness) led me to Bellisimo ("very beautiful" in Italian). This unassuming restaurant completely changed my mind! 🍽️ The Experience Walked in on a busy Friday night without reservations Got seated at a high table (all regular tables were full) Charming server joked that "ordering requires wine" while handing us menus Mostly Italian descriptions forced us to order by ingredients—best gamble ever! 🥗 What We Ordered Starter: Gambero Grigliato (Grilled Prawns) 🦐 Jumbo, perfectly crispy prawns Must-add: fresh lemon juice Topped with paper-thin, crispy bacon that didn't overpower Main 1: Agnello (Lamb Shank) 🐑 Tender fall-off-the-bone lamb Served with homemade gnocchi in rich tomato sauce Generous portion, highly recommended Main 2: Pesce Asiago (Seafood Pasta) 🦞 Off-menu special (just ask!) Plump clams and mussels in luxurious cream sauce Made Boston Pizza's pasta taste like cafeteria food Bonus: Warm bread with classic olive oil & balsamic dip 💰 Damage: $99.68 for two (pre-tip) ⭐ Rating: 5/5 - Worth every penny and calorie Pro Tip: Try their wine pairings—the staff knows their stuff! #WinnipegEats #AuthenticItalian #DateNightSpot #HiddenGem #FoodieHeaven #WinnipegLife #CanadianFoodie #PastaLover