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Cafe Carlo, Winnipeg, MB

Cafe Carlo

4.7
4.7
2558 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 21 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
One of Winnipeg’s most loved and consistent neighbourhood restaurants, Cafe Carlo’s warm, unpretentious atmosphere has been a staple since 1989. Cafe Carlo’s food and drinks are a big hello to the full flavours of the world with a flirtatious wink to Italy.
Created to be craved with delicious dishes like Fett Chile, sometimes classic, sometimes modern and always fresh. Cafe Carlo’s sharing plates, pastas, seafood and daily specials offer something to be savoured with a big glass of wine or a cocktail.
Join us for a satisfying experience as you run in to friends or make new ones.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Comfort Food, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (204) 477-5544
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Dave Hyde
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    Entire restaurant can be reserved for parties of 30-45... Some restrictions apply
  • Neighbourhood
    Little Italy/Corydon Village
  • Cross Street
    Corydon
  • Parking details
    Parking is available on Lilac and surrounding streets as well as the lot across the street
  • Public transit
    Corner of Corydon Avenue and Lilac Street
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine
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What 2,558 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Winnipeg / Manitoba

    Best Overall

  • Winnipeg / Manitoba

    Best Food

  • Winnipeg / Manitoba

    Best Value

  • Winnipeg / Manitoba

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Winnipeg / Manitoba

    Romantic

  • Winnipeg / Manitoba

    Most Booked

  • Winnipeg

    Best Overall

  • Winnipeg

    Best Food

  • Winnipeg

    Best Value

  • Winnipeg

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Winnipeg

    Romantic

  • Winnipeg

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Carlo in Winnipeg offers a "consistently fabulous" dining experience with delicious dishes like the Fett Chile and seafood cannelloni. Patrons enjoy the "amazing" service and cozy ambiance, making it a top choice for special occasions. While it can be "quite noisy," the flavorful menu and attentive staff keep guests returning.

2,558 Reviews
  1. Kim

    Manitoba

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely ambiance and yummy food — went here for a girls night and enjoyed everything. Definitely recommend sharing the calamari and trying the braised beef gnocchi.

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  2. tannis

    Manitoba

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a quaint restaurant and always excellent food!

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  3. Lisa

    Manitoba

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is amazing Chefs special ravioli was to die for Just had a server that must have an off day? She was quite unpleasant and not at all accommodating, seemed like she did not want to be there. Had to go up to get another bottle of wine So if not for that, highly recommend

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  4. Pam

    Manitoba

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was delicious!! Great service, great atmosphere, amazing food. The braised beef gnocchi is unbelievable, as is the fette chile. We love Cafe Carlos!

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  5. Jamie

    Manitoba

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Cafe Carlo did not live up to its reputation. Here’s why; I have tried getting a walk in table at Cafe Carlo twice before, and both times packed with customers, a positive sign. Finally I booked a reservation for Saturday evening with high expectations, as Cafe Carlo has been highly recommended to me by many friends. Due to Cafe Carlos popularity Saturday evenings, I was only able to get a reservation for 5 pm. Arriving several minutes early and waiting outside with several other patrons, a employee of Cafe Carlo came to unlock the front door, not opening it for us, nor greeting us at all, but simply just unlocking the door and walking away. Upon entering, the host started seating the three separate groups (including my own) to their reserved tables, however not really seating us, but walking us halfway to our table and then pointing saying “that’s your table there” which doesn’t seem like appropriate service at all, especially with such a costly menu. Leather bound menus paired with a 8.5 x 11 loose piece of paper titled “Chefs Specials” felt inconsistent again considering the kind of reputation this restaurant has,.. doesn’t seem like the kind of place in which would call for a loose piece of paper displaying “specials” paired with quality leather bound menus including items such as a rack of lamb for $69. Our waitress was very good and attentive, and the service of food was well timed. The French rolls were a healthy portion however the paper cup of butter in which accompanied them felt out of place and cheap especially for a restaurant with such a high reputation and price point. The Bruschetta was very good for a starter. I ordered the Seafood Cannelloni for my main in which came with a lobster tail on top of two cannelloni’s in a plate of sauce and was fairly pleased with the dish. The pasta didn’t exactly taste fresh, and of course being in Winnipeg the seafood was expected not to be. $43 and I wasn’t exactly unimpressed nor content with my meal.

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  6. delia

    Manitoba

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Love coming to cafe Carlo! It is a family favourite and never disappoints

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  7. Mark

    Minneapolis

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Consistent as usual. We always have a good time when we come here. Food and service are good. It is a bit pricey but worth it for us.

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  8. Morva

    Manitoba

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A birthday celebration for a friend. Excellent in every respect!

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  9. Jeffrey

    Manitoba

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Calamari was phenomenal! Fett and Pesto Chicken hit the spot

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  10. Kathy

    Manitoba

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My pickerel was excellent and my husband had the meat penne which was great and so filling he had to take some home. Our server was super friendly and was very attentive to whatever we needed. A great dining experience!!

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FAQs

Cafe Carlo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (204) 477-5544.

Cafe Carlo is rated 4.7 stars by 2558 OpenTable diners.

Cafe Carlo does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 21 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Cafe Carlo

243 Lilac Street, Winnipeg, MB R3M 2S2

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Corydon
  • Neighbourhood
    Little Italy/Corydon Village
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Comfort Food, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking is available on Lilac and surrounding streets as well as the lot across the street
  • Public transit
    Corner of Corydon Avenue and Lilac Street
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Dave Hyde
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine
  • Phone number
    (204) 477-5544
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    Entire restaurant can be reserved for parties of 30-45... Some restrictions apply
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