Clementine - Winnipeg

This restaurant is located in a basement of a historical exchange building. The decor leverages many of the architectural nuances of the building and I think they did an excellent job with what they had to work with. That being said, it’s in a basement so there is restricted disability access. The low ceilings and hard surfaces in the restaurant means it is noisy when it’s busy.<br/ <br/ The wait staff are all young and full of energy. They all move quick on their feet and are attentive which help move a lot of people through the small restaurant.<br/ <br/ This place is famous for their breakfast and lunch menu. I’ve been here multiple times and am impressed with the food quality each and every time. Just make sure to expect a wait to be seated if you go. Eclectic places like this are busy and Clementine is well known amongst the dining crowd.

OMG!!!! Sooooooo good!!!! Can't wait to come back and try different items. Latte was delicious. I had the Eggs Benedict-Amazing!!! Definitely will come back!<br/

Oh my goodness the food is so tasty! Finally went with a friend for Sunday breakfast. Have tried 3 times prior but couldn't get in due to a lengthy wait. Go early if you don't feel like waiting. They seat people at communal tables so if you're hoping for private conversation this might not be the best choice. We both had the eggs benedict and with it being my favourite dish, I tend to be hyper critical if it's not completely perfect. Their version is outstanding to say the least! The salad we shared was delightful too. I am so looking forward to going back and trying other menu items though I know I'll have a hard time not re-ordering that delicious benny!

Originally opened with Adam Donnelly, though the Chef of Segovia Tapas Bar and Restaurant has since sold his piece to partners, Clementine Cafe has been earning accolades since 2016 as one of Winnipeg’s best spots for Breakfast and on Friday morning with snowflakes falling the no reservations space at 123 Princess Street proved why with a concise menu focused on locally sourced ingredients and big flavors despite low prices.<br/ <br/ Located below street level in the Exchange District, several stairs necessary to be navigated en route to a sizable room flanked by bars for Espresso and Booze plus an open kitchen to the back, it was shortly after Clementine’s Seven o’clock opening that the space was found empty save for two Senior Citizens, service expectedly prompt and efficient as Women and Men in the back stayed busy preparing for a rush around 8:00am.<br/ <br/ Serving just nine plates and eight sides daily, most prone to frequent variation, it was warmed by a bold Americano that mere moments passed before receiving a bowl of Chia Seed Pudding fortified with Cashew Milk and pureed Bananas, the addition of diced Peaches plus Berries and Granola creating a cool and rich mixture that likely fares equally well in cold or warm weather.<br/ <br/ Admittedly intrigued by Mushroom Chilaquiles and Fried Chicken on Toast, though a lengthy drive back to Minneapolis studded with additional dining plans warned against over-indulgence, it was instead in a “Brussels Style Waffle” that additional appetite was invested, the overused regional reference here thankfully found 100% accurate as the rectangle was crispy on the edges yet cake-like at the center and beautifully garnished in Blueberry Syrup, plump Berries and a big spoonful of Whipped Cream with Lemon Zest, Candied Pecans and dried Pomegranate Arils.

Legit changed my mind about how I feel towards breakfast food.<br/ <br/ I have always been a dinner or lunch guy but Clementine’s dishes are simply above par from the usual.<br/ <br/ One of the few breakfast establishments in Canada that really prides itself in presentation and ingredients that I’ve been to.