112 Marion Street
Winnipeg, MB R2H 0T1
Phone: 204-235-6003
Wood Tavern Crunch
Presented by Chef Jon Buffie
Crispy buttermilk fried chicken, habanero aioli, pickled butternut squash, lettuce, tomato on a grilled brioche bun.
The Wood Tavern
St. James Burger & Chip Co.
1866 Ness Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0Y6
Phone: 204-414-5599
The Island Boy
Presented by Chef Les Bartle
This burger is not JUST an island boy! A crispy battered chicken breast is tossed in our made-in-house Caribbean jerk sauce and set atop a tangy bed of Jamaican coleslaw. Next, we add a melted slice of Bothwell Jalapeño Monterey Jack cheese, a strip of thick cut bacon, and a slice grilled pineapple, with a drizzle of cilantro lime yogurt sauce, all on our branded Gunn’s Bakery Brioche bun. Try not to stare at the sun too long with this one.
$1 from every Island Boy Jerk Chicken Burger goes to End Homelessness Winnipeg
Moxie’s Kenaston
1620 Kenaston Blvd
Winnipeg, MB R3P 0Y4
Phone: 204-489-1199
Al Pastor Chicken Sandwich
Presented by Chef Nik Dermek
A sweet, spicy and smokey marinated chicken breast, deep-fried nice and crispy. Topped with smoked Gouda cheese, 2 strips of bacon, pineapple pico de gallo and shredded lettuce, all in between a soft potato bun. Served with french fries.
Junction 59 Roadhouse
200-1615 Regent Ave. W.
Winnipeg, MB R2C 5C6
Phone: 204-654-3345
junction59roadhouse.com
Presented by Chef Ryan Glays
Junction 59’s take on the classic Monte Cristo sandwich
Their famous fried chicken, tossed in a sassy Sambal syrup, then wedged in between 2 slices of egg-dipped Winnipeg-famous City Bread with smokey bacon , provolone cheese and a creamy white sauce, served with house-cut fries.
Velvet Glove Restaurant
2 Lombard Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3B 0Y3
Phone: 204-957-1350
“The Bigger the Chicken, the Harder the Fowl” – Portage & Main Chicken & Waffle
Presented by Chef Richard Duncan
Applewood smoked buttermilk-fried chicken thigh on a butter-basted sugar waffle, bacon rasher with a honey hot drizzle and topped with frazzled leek.
Pair with:
Side Hustle: Truffle Mac n Cheese Bake or Side Artisan Green Salad with Garden Crudité, Balsamic Dressing; Baby Creamer Potato Salad Bacon & Mustard Remoulade
Sweet Potato Fries or English Cut with Chipotle Aioli
Four Crowns Restaurant
1030 McPhillips Street
Winnipeg, MB R2X 2K7
Phone: 204-589-7314
Ghost Pepper Chicken & Waffles
Presented by Chef Chris Brunette
We bring the heat of the Ghost Pepper and mix it with Maple syrup on a Belgian waffle, wow! Homemade seasoned and battered chicken breast dipped in a homemade hot sauce! Caution: Contents may be HOT!
Rae’s Bistro
9 – 925 Headmaster Row
Winnipeg, MB R2G 4J4
Phone: 204-229-0237
The 15 Star General
Presented by Chef Leonard Church
A 7oz. fresh chicken breast marinated in our secret 15 herbs and spices buttermilk, hand-breaded and golden fried, topped with two strips of thick-cut maple bacon and smoked white cheddar, all on a toasted pretzel bun with butter lettuce, tomato, red onion and creamy chipotle mayo, served with our signature skinny fries.
Cocoabeans Gluten Free: Bakeshop, Cafe & Restaurant
774 Corydon Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3M 0Y1
Phone: 204-918-5313
Oishii Fried Chicken
Presented by Chef Quinn Degner
Marinated and breaded boneless chicken thighs on a bed of sticky rice, covered in a house sweet chili sauce. Served with pickled vegetables and garnished with cilantro and sesame seeds.
Uptown Alley Bistro
1301 St. Matthews
Winnipeg, MB R3G 1E3
Strike n Spare Chicken Sandwich
Presented by Ben Fernandez
A delicious ground chicken patty with a touch of marinara sauce, Asian style coleslaw on a bun made from our pizza dough.
Noteworthy: We are a nut free facility.
Underdogs
2609 Portage Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0P6
Phone: 204-615-6104
Honey Boo Boo
Presented by Chef Randy Greig
Nashville buttermilk chicken, dipped in buttery roasted garlic hot sauce and dusted with UD house seasoning. Topped with a heaping scoop of honey butter with fresh dill. Served on a soft, toasted brioche bun. You always gotta be on your A game!
Mercy Me! Nashville Chicken
420 Corydon Ave (Masonic Temple)
Winnipeg, MB R3L 0P1
The KCB Burger
Presented by Chef Luc Jean
Crispy fried chicken breast with spicy guchujang mayo topped with lime, ginger, and cilantro pickled cucumbers on a toasted brioche bun.
NEW TO FRIED CHICKEN FEST THIS YEAR!
Juneberry
531 St. Mary’s Rd
Winnipeg, MB R2M 3L3
Thai Fried Chicken Sandwich
Presented by Scott Malcolmson
Thai-marinated, tempura battered fried chicken thigh tossed in a sweet orange sauce, with green papaya salad, cashews, aioli, jalapeño and Thai basil.
SMITH Restaurant
75 Forks Market Rd
Winnipeg, MB R3C 4Y3
Phone: 204-944-2445
Apple of My Thigh
Presented by Chef Quin Cook
Honey butter glazed chicken thigh topped with a spicy green apple slaw and tarragon aioli on a brioche bun served with fries or garden salad.
LOCAL Public Eatery
LOCAL Public Eatery
274 Garry St
Winnipeg, MB R3C 1H3
Presented by Chef Adam Dary
LOCAL Hot Chicken Sandwich
Nashville-style spicy fried chicken, lettuce, pickles & mayonnaise between a soft Brioche bun & served with fries
P.F. Chang’s Winnipeg
P.F. Chang’s Winnipeg
865 St. James Street
Winnipeg, MB R3G 3J7
Presented by Jason Chapman
Crispy Korean Chicken Sandwich: This quality chicken sandwich has a crispy outside with a juicy tender center. The Gochujang Mayo and Korean Slaw are what give this classic dish our signature style and flavour while the Korean slaw adds the perfect amount of crunch and texture.
First time participating in Fried Chicken Fest. Welcome!
Sandwiches Are Beautiful
Sandwiches Are Beautiful
531 St Marys Rd
Winnipeg, MB R2M 3L3
Presented by Chef Scott Malcolmson
Rancho Cucamonga: Buttermilk fried chicken, avocado ranch, cheddar cheese, smoked bacon, house pickles, beefsteak tomato, shredded iceberg, all on a toasted potato bun.
deer + almond
deer + almond
85 Princess Street
Winnipeg, MB R3B 1K4
Presented by Chef Mandel Hitzer
Tribute to Don: Fried chicken on jalapeño & corn pancakes with maple chutney
Little Goat Food & Drink
Little Goat Food & Drink
2615 Portage Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3P 0J7
Presented by Chef Alex Svenne
Coq au Crispy: Dijon and tarragon marinated chicken with red wine braised mushrooms, shallots and bacon. Served on mashed potatoes with buttery basil peas.
Kyu Bochi
Kyu Bochi
870 Logan Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R3E1N8
Presented by Chef Calvin Truong
Hat Yai Thai Fried Chicken Box: Tender, juicy, crunchy, and succulent Hat Yai-Style marinated fried chicken. Hand-breaded, individually wok-fried for an extra flavourful crunch. Box meal (2nd picture) includes half a whole chicken chopped, marinated, and fried with hand-sliced fried shallots, Thai-style sticky rice, sweet spicy chicken sauce, cucumber slices, and papaya salad.
Tommy’s Pizzeria
Tommy’s Pizzeria
842 Corydon Ave
WinnipegMB R3Y0M4
Presented by Chef Rhitzz De Vera
Spicy Chicken Sandwich: We have decided to participate in #friedchickenfestwpg this year starting Saturday Jan 16th! Our entry features a thick fried chicken thigh marinated overnight with buttermilk & buffalo, breaded with flaming hot cheetos, topped with our home made sauce of mayo, sriracha, minced pickled cucumber, onion, and jalapeño and finished with our home made brioche bun with a rim of spicy honey and flaming hot cheetos! Now that’s a mouthful
KYU Snack Box
KYU Snack Box
260 Henderson Hwy.
Winnipeg, MB R2L 1M2
Phone (204) 306-8009
Presented by Chef: Felix Nguyen
**Kung Pow Chipotle Chicken Box
$15.00 Walnut-Breaded Chicken Thigh, tossed in our Kung POW sauce. Hit with Creamy Chipotle to bring the heat up another notch! Served on a bed of Jasmine Rice and Candied-Walnut Salad.
The Merchant Kitchen
The Merchant Kitchen
314 Donald Street
Winnipeg, MB R3B 2H3
Presented by Chef Brianna Vince
A Trip Down South: Fried boneless chicken thigh, TMK collard greens (contains pork), corn bread with peach butter, rice & beans, side of homemade buttermilk ranch and our habanero hot sauce. Pair with a can of Farmery Hard Iced Tea for an additional $5.
Nicolino’s Cucina Italiana
Nicolino’s Cucina Italiana
4-2077 Pembina Hwy.
Winnipeg, MB R3T 5J9
Presented by Chef Sonny Gerbrandt
Pollo Picante: A 6oz tender chicken breast in our light and crispy house seasoned breading on our famous fresh baked sesame seed garlic brioche bun, topped with crispy crumbled prosciutto, provolone cheese, pickled tomato, spinach and chef’s own spicy chile pesto aioli. Served with house-cut fries or tossed salad.
Yard Burger
Yard Burger
242 Hargrave Street
Winnipeg, MB R3C 0M8
Presented by Chef Steve Toews
The Goober: Our buttermilk fried chicken thigh on a Martin’s potato bun, with peanut butter, blueberry and Serrano jam, pickled jalapenos, a fried egg, smoked Gouda, bacon and arugula.
The Tallest Poppy
The Tallest Poppy
103 Sherbrook St
Winnipeg, MB R3C 2A3
Presented by Chef Talia Syrie
Its fried chicken with harissa hot sauce, mustard slaw, crispy fried onions, pickles and lemon garlic aoli on a brioche bun.
Cocoabeans Gluten-Free
Cocoabeans Gluten-Free
774 Corydon Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R3M 0Y1
Phone: (204) 918-5313
Presented by Chef Betsy Hiebert
Kanada Fried Chicken Burger: Full chicken breast battered and deep fried served on a sourdough bun with special sauce, pickles, lettuce and roasted tomato.
*gluten-free
*dairy-free
KYU Bistro
KYU BISTRO
185 Isabel St.
Winnipeg, MB
Phone: (204) 504-8999
Presented by Chef Peter Truong
Spicy Peanut Chicken & Yaki Noodles
$15.00
Crispy Chicken tossed in Spicy Peanut Chicken Bites. Served over Stir-Fry Ramen Noodles. Topped with Furikake.
Moxie’s
Moxie’s Grill Bar Polo Park
Unit 234 – 1485 Portage Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3G 0W4
Moxie’s Kenaston
1620 Kenaston Blvd
Winnipeg, MB R3P 0Y4
Moxie’s Grill Bar Polo Park, presented by Chef Darrell Klassen
Mushroom Chicken Mushroom: A classic dish designed for Fried Chicken Fest. The Mushroom Chicken Mushroom is an in-house double hand-breaded breast of chicken. It is golden fried and topped with sautéed mushrooms and aged white cheddar, and served with hand-battered mushrooms. It comes with a bed of mashed potatoes and a side and gravy.
Moxie’s Kenaston, presented by Chef Jeff Laden
Crispy Chicken Parm Sandwich: A panko crusted chicken breast with melted Asiago and white cheddar. Served on a toasted sesame brioche bun with a housemade roasted pepper and Italian tomato sauce, topped with fresh tomato and arugula.
Meal Set Bistro
Meal Set Bistro
612-B Academy Rd
Winnipeg, MB R3N 0E6
Presented by Chef Ken Nguyen
The KODE RED BAO: Double fried buttermilk chicken thigh smothered in Korean gochujang sauce. Topped with candied almonds, honey sriracha, red cabbage, scallions, shredded carrots, sliced pickles, sesame seeds and fresh cilantro on a lightly fried bao. Served with crisp potato sticks.
Meal Set Bistro is a first-time participant in Fried Chicken Fest. Welcome!
Rae’s Bistro
Rae’s Bistro
9 – 925 Headmaster Row
Winnipeg, MB R2G 4J4
Phone: (204) 229-0237
Presented by Chef John Stupar
An Oldie But A Goodie: 6 oz. buttermilk marinated and golden fried Manitoba chicken breast, topped with two strips of Rae’s signature thick cut smoked maple bacon, pickled red cabbage and creamy house made bacon ranch, all on a toasted pretzel bun with butter lettuce, tomato, red onion dill pickle and confit garlic. Served with your choice of side; skinny fries, soup or salad.
Charlee’s Restaurant & Lounge
Charlee’s Restaurant & Lounge
Units 4-6, 185 Stadacona Street
Winnipeg, MB R2L1R2
Presented by Chef Charlie Villapando
Fried Chicken Fried Rice: Deboned and marinated leg meat, dredged and deep fried until crispy golden brown atop a Chinese-inspired chicken and salted fish Filipino-style sinangag (garlic fried rice). Our creation consists of coarse chopped garlic sautéed & fried with rice, eggs, green peas, shredded lettuce, a little bit of diced chicken breast, salted fish and fish sauce. everything is then finished with a fresh garlic emulsified butter sauce & served with a thick cut lemon wedge!
FIRST TIME PARTICIPATING RESTAURANT
The Wood Tavern
The Wood Tavern
112 Marion Street
Winnipeg, MB R2H 0T1
Presented by Chef Kirk Hanson
Spicy Jerk Fried Chicken Burger: Spicy, jerk-seasoned deep-fried boneless chicken thigh. Mango chutney, ginger lime slaw on a brioche bun.
The Wood Tavern is a first-time participant in Fried Chicken Fest. Welcome!
Uptown Alley
Uptown Alley
1301 St. Matthew’s Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3G 1E3
Presented by Chef Ben Fernandez
The Dude Abides Chicken Burger: House ground chicken patty, topped with bacon, apple slaw, sweet chili mayo, and mac and cheese.
Uptown Alley is a first-time participant in Fried Chicken Fest this year. Welcome!
Fionn’s Grant Park & Fionn’s Regent
Fionn’s Grant Park
1180 Grant Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3M 2A6
Fionn’s Regent
1582 Regent Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R2C 3B4
Fionn’s Regent as presented by Chef Ryan Koebel
Fionn’s Double Decker Fried Chicken Sandwich: Two layers of buttermilk-soaked and battered chicken thighs tossed in our signature buffalo sauce, pickles, 2 layers of double smoked bacon, provolone cheese, lettuce, and mayo held together (barely) in between a brioche bun.
Fionn’s Grant Park as presented by Chef Ryan Koebel
Ma’s Crispy Chicken: Two chicken pieces (one breast, one thigh), breaded, fried, and seasoned to order using our signature “Ma’s” breading. Plated on top of a pile of our buttermilk mashed potatoes, creamed corn, and coleslaw with a made in-pub honey mustard dressing. Topped with chives.
Velvet Glove
Velvet Glove Restaurant at Fairmont Winnipeg
2 Lombard Place
Winnipeg, MB R3B0Y3
Presented by Chef Richard Duncan
Southern Comfort $15, exclusive of taxes
Brined & Buttermilk Bathed Fried Chicken Thigh’s
Buffalo Hot Sauce Bacon Ranch, Elman’s Pickle
Gribiche Aioli, Pain Au Lait Gunns Bunn
Side Hustle $5 each, exclusive of taxes
Natures Pasta Mac n Cheese Bake
Truffle Jack Mornay
Baby Creamer Potato Salad
Dijonaise Dressing
Garden Green Salad
Served with Balsamic Dressing & Crisp Crudité
Regular Fries or Sweet Potato
Served with Chipotle Aioli
Capital Grill Broadway & Roblin
Capital Grill Broadway
100 – 275 Broadway St.
Winnipeg, MB R3C4M6
Capital Grill Roblin
3116 Roblin Blvd
Winnipeg, MB R3R 0C1
Presented by Chef Wayne Martin
If it ain’t broke… Buttermilk fried chicken with Bothwell smoked cheddar, smashed avocado, bacon and onion jam, honey hot sauce on a housemade bun.
*2020 WINNER of Fried Chicken Fest
Magic Bird Fried Chicken
Magic Bird Fried Chicken
61 Sherbrook St.
Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B2
Presented by Chef Mike O’Connell
The Tropical Depression: Ginger-glazed fried chicken breast on Oh Doughnuts pineapple dip doughnut with fresh cilantro and pineapple ring
*2019 Winner of Fried Chicken Fest
Promenade Cafe and Wine
Promenade Cafe and Wine
130 Provencher Blvd
Winnipeg, MB R2N4L8
Chef Kevin Chen is presenting two entries this year.
What the Schnitzel
Manitoba chicken schnitzel on La Belle Baguette sesame seed potato bun, Smak Dab mustard, horseradish saskatoon Notre Dame creamery butter, Loveday mushrooms and sauce Bearnaise. Served with French fries.
Chicken Confit Taquito: Prepared with Confit Granny’s Chicken, Cajun Inspired Spices & Herbs, and Bothwell smoked gouda.Served with a Blue Cheese Remoulade and a Maple Dijon mustard for dipping.
Need we go on? 😍
The Merchant Kitchen
314 Donald Street
Presented by Chef Jesse Friesen
Return of the Mac: Signature Korean fried chicken thigh, macaroni pasta, smokey cheese blend, béchamel, and finished with kimchi sauce.
Nicolino’s Restaurant
4-2077 Pembina Hwy
Presented by Chef Megan Davis
Butter me up Darlin’: Delicately breaded buttermilk fried chicken breast with house made basil pesto aioli, spinach and buffalo mozzarella on our freshly baked bun served with house cut fries or salad.
Cocoabeans Bakeshop
774 Corydon Avenue
Presented by Chef Quinn Degner
FIRST TIME ENTRY
Atilla the Hen (Fried Chicken Sandwich). Gluten-free and dairy-free. This is a “buttermilk” fried chicken breast (made with local chicken), Cocoabeans special sauce, lettuce, tomato, and house-made bread and butter pickles (onion and cucumber), all on our amaranth bun. Gluten-free and dairy-free. It can be made egg-free by subbing our Red Mill vegan bun for the amaranth bun. The feature comes with a choice of side: soup of the day, fries, or house salad (or upgrade your side to a vegan caesar salad or sweet potato fries).