moody, candlelit French speakeasy hidden in an Osborne Village basement. It's famous for top-tier cocktails, roasted bone marrow, and a "secret" vintage vibe. read more

Well, my husband has finally had his last oyster here. We have definitely felt...unwanted? Irrelevant? We aren't in our thirties, but we are obviously not the correct age/ income group? Tonight,my husband was told that his cash was not welcome there. No wonder there were only eight people in the establishment. I'm tempted to' visit' next week, and perhaps have a wee chat with management on how to treat clients. read more

Wow, this was a super great find!! Close to our airbnb and glad checked the website so saw to come on Thursday for Oyster Night!! So not only was it Happy Hour, we also had great deal on oysters. Made reservation for right when they opened and was greeted at door. I can't even express how cool the decor & ambiance is!! Thankfully we were first ones so I could snap some pics. Given a high table near bar but then able to move to the bar which was a lot of fun. Oysters were fantastic and we also got the roasted Bone...super amazing!! Make sure to do the Bone Luge when done! read more

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Food was good. But no sign for the location? Really? That attitude totally sucks. I came here several times before I was "lucky" enough that an employee saw us trying to find it. It's too dimly lit and too noisy to return to. Minus one star for hiding, minus one star for dimness. It's also really noisy. read more

We didn't have a reservation and decided to just drop in and attempt to get an awkward party of 5 seated. They were super nice, and made it work to accommodate our odd number. The food was adventurous and fresh. Drinks were delightful, service was superb. No complaints. Definitely worth visiting! read more

Food, service and ambience are perfect Server even gave us pointers on photographing food for insta Perfectly cooked served read more

Food and ambiance was superb. You have to go exploring to find this place as it is set up much like a speakeasy. Go down the stairs from the parking lot side and through the door with the peep hole to find this hidden treat. read more

Sous Sol - Sous Sol in Winnipeg, Canada - French Near Me - Winnipeg, Manitoba

I walked in, and the server seemed like they would rather I not be there. Aside from this, service was prompt and efficient. The Boeuf tartare was very well presented with a rich variety of flavors and oysters were priced very nicely on their happy hour / late night menu. I also had a no-groni whose contents were richly spiced and almost reminded me of craft cola. I greatly enjoyed the cozy and dimly-lit ambience and the affordable, eclectic variety of options available on the menu. read more

Great Ambiance! Candle light and quiet almost personal environment- A small but diverse menu in both appetizers and main courses- All ordered were delicious Would return for special event dinners! . read more

This IS our fave restaurant in the city. Amazing flavours for the palate. Service is stellar. Ambiance is like no other. Quaint, dim and warm with a decor that takes you back a few decades. Real tall candles are lit to set the mood. A must experience restaurant no doubt. read more

This is a hidden gem. Was taken here for birthday dinner using a gift certificate given to my partner and me by his lovely daughters. The best potato side I've ever tasted. Every bite brought lovers sighs out of us! Charming basement discovery. Special occasions are to be celebrated here. Vibe and servers above and beyond read more

What a fantastic experience. I don't think I've used the word exquisite this much in the last 20 years but there's no better way to describe it to friends. I loved everything about it. The food was... I mean... oh my god so good. Every bite made me sit back and close my eyes in pure enjoyment. And the staff? What wonderful people. I haven't felt that welcome in a place in years. I also loved the whole aesthetic of the place because it was the perfect mix of fine dining and playfulness. Absolutely unequivocally the first place I will ever suggest to anyone in Winnipeg. Like, I'm going to suggest people go to Winnipeg so they can go to this restaurant. Loved it so much. And if you're the people that work there? Thank you for a perfect meal at a great place. read more

Possibly the most romantic restaurant I've been to. Simply adore the ambiance. You just cannot imagine how amazingly cozy and cute this place feels when you get out from the cold and step back in time into this candle lit room with its mismatched plates and quirky decor. And to actually have kick ass food as well?! That's what makes this place worth taking a cab ride. A little hard to locate, since it's unmarked, on the lower level of a office looking building tucked in the back, not facing a street. But the black awning should be easy to spot so go and make a reservation, you won't regret it. The menu is seasonal and should it have the scallop gratin, seared foie gras or beef noisette on there? Order them. Just divine. read more

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Fantastic food, great service, nice low lighting ambient place. Will be back. Get the beef tartare it's our favourite!

Segovia, sous sol, Passero (in no order- just depends on what I feel like at the time) are all my top places to eat at in the city. I just realized I've never written on this place despite eating here for years! Email your reservation - there's no phone number. No signs either just referenced to Seinfeld's Vandelay industries (god what a great episode). Entry is in the back of 222 Osborne - plain black awning & a door marked Vandelay Industries. There is some limited parking in the back but after 530 pm you can park in front of Fia Inc. on Donald street before it becomes pembina. It's a basement restaurant with tons of candles (it gets dim sorta romantic but can be lively too) with lots of quirky decor items like rubber chickens randomly around the room. Menu changes maybe monthly or so. You can eat a good portion of the menu and it won't break the bank like at some places. It means to more French style but there are different inspirations that arise as well. Love their roasted bone marrow, beef tartare, oysters and they make some really good duck and beef dishes. The sides are always spot on and has tons of flavour. Mains will require some sides to share and most mains are low $20s and sides are average $8-10. Most starters are $7-$15. So you can eat really well here and try a lot of dishes. Drinks are their thing with lots of specialty cocktails (even one that comes in a cute little teapot but has no tea :) ). Wine list is very good as well. Service is laid back, cool and knowledgeable. Music is random depending on who's selecting the list so it's super fun. Same owner as Rudy's (downtown). Reservations recommended for sure on weekends. read more

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I could write a two word review of this restaurant and it would be "fuck off". I'm a connoisseur of duck and this is a best duck I have ever had. The chicken liver pate appetizer is a good enough reason to eat here everyday. The beautiful wine list is a good enough to drink here every night. Their house-made coconut marshmallows are sex in your mouth. The Bora Bora shared cocktail is a delicious boozy experience. The smoked duck breast topped with fois gras is an orgasm. Seriously... an orgasm. Even the Simpsons reference on the cover of the dessert menu is a reason to be here every night. I can't believe how phenomenal this restaurant is. read more

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+.5 for service This place is excellent, although not 5-star excellent. I think a 4.5 rating more than justifies the quality of this place. First of all, the directions to find this restaurant...if you're coming from Osborne Street, walk on the alleyway between the 222 Osborne complex (Osborne Junction) and The Village Pet. You'll see a set of doors to your right. Look for the door that leads downstairs that says "Vandalay Industries". When I was there the door was already open, but I'm not sure if that's always the case. Once you're downstairs you'll see a black door. Open the black door, and you're in the restaurant. I made reservations for 5 for this restaurant, since I know it often gets busy at night. However, it didn't get truly busy until around 8pm on a Saturday, which was around the time when we left the restaurant. The menu changes every week, although the restaurant is currently doing a summer prix fixe special for $34, which I find it to be a very affordable deal. I had the beef tartare, crème fraiche fried chicken, and a chocolate paté. I also added a half dozen of village bay oysters. You can tell that every single dish was carefully thought and made with the freshest ingredients. Almost all dishes were great in completely different ways, whether it's by taste, presentation, or innovation. The village bay oysters I probably could do without next time; they're good for those who've never eaten oysters before, but otherwise the sizes are extremely small. If you order the prix fixe special, you might get some free samples. I got two free samples that weren't on the menu, which was quite nice. Although the menu is small and the portions look small, don't let that fool you; it will fill you up. Service was excellent, and the ambience was definitely one of a kind. I think previous reviews have covered it in good detail. Definitely will return for any special occasions. Reservations accepted via email only, as the restaurant is underground and they have very weak reception there. read more

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One of the best restaurants in Winnipeg. Unique dining experience! Make sure you know where the entrance is before you go.

We came upon this place for dinner by recommendation through a waiter during lunch. Finding the entrance was a bit confusing but we did it! After the last door, you find yourself in a fairly low lit room, brightened by sticks of candles by the tables. If I could, I would love to sample everything on the menu. Instead, as a group of 5, we opted for 2 orders of the fried chicken, calamari, meatballs, potato pavé, and I honestly can not remember the last dish. As a drink, I ordered the grapefruit gin and tonic with rosemary. The flavors were very on point! The spices and seasoning they use draws out the main ingredient leaving you to desire for more. read more

Sous Sol - a dimly lit bar with a brick wall - French Near Me - Winnipeg, Manitoba

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Simply amazing to a T. Cozy space, strong cocktails, Great wine list and affordable high end cuisine all for about $75 a head including a drink and bottle of wine. read more

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Super great atmosphere, great place for a 1 on 1 date night. Food tasted great. It is very dark in there though so something to be aware of, fairly easy to find read more

This is a fabulous hidden restaurant located in Osborne Village! There is no signage outside the building or in the basement where the restaurant is located. You are only presented with a black door. You enter into 1920's Paris with vintage decor, and dinnerware. There are candles dripping wax down the walls onto the carpet. We went with another couple and sampled nearly the entire menu. We sampled great appetizers, entree's, sides and desserts from oysters, beef, pork, beets, dumplings, and more. The sauces were impeccable, and everything cooked to perfection. The ambiance, and hidden nature of the restaurant enhance the whole experience. Sous Sol is only open on weekends and you cannot make reservations. Go early as the filled up quickly the night we went. Highly Recommended. read more

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Terrific atmosphere, great food, fantastic drinks menu and last, but not least, a sense of humour. The menu changes frequently but you can be assured whatever they have in store will be delicious. The place is decorated with tchotchkes of the twentieth century and playfully engages guests with a little game of "find the relic." My guest and I had a fabulous time and you will too. read more

Great atmosphere, lovely serving staff who were funny and added to the enjoyment of the meal. Food tasted amazing, however there weren't a lot of options. Would definitely go back, maybe for cocktails or wine! read more

Very cute & secluded. I like the fact that there aren't too many seats in the restaurant. You can actually hear the person that you are with. This place will always be special to me. read more

Quite possibly my favourite restaurant atmosphere in the city. It is in a dark candlelit basement, the furniture and tableware is mismatched and the decor is very random vintage stuff. Food is a little pricey but so yum! The menu changes but staples like the cheese plate and the cocktail that comes in a teapot are always fantastic. They don't have a sign or a phone (that atmosphere!) so make a reservation through email and make sure you know where you're going. read more

This place is like no other, it's like stepping into Another time era. The food is amazing, the ambiance is to die for, and they have an amazing wind list. What more could you want! read more

I love this place! Really great to grab food and drinks with friends or for a romantic date.

Had to update my last review because I can't get over how this place serves a BANG ON meal every time we visit. It also seems like the food/cocktails keep improving even when everything served is already brilliant ! The creativity of both the cocktails and food amazes us every time. Highly recommended lovely menu that is constantly creative and delicious. Beer and cocktail list have a real global variety ... the good thing about so many choices? ... to keep returning to be able to try them all! Love the ambiance, food and the servers! read more

Great atmosphere and amazing food. Ask about the import beer roulette. Prices aren't high and portions are good. Family style for sides.

I'm not a fan of the fake speak, and frankly, this place doesn't need the gimmick (even if it is a nod to Seinfeld's George Costanza). The food, drinks, and ambiance are all top grade. The cocktail menu boasts a great selection of concoctions and those sampled were excellent. The menu (changes weekly) had plenty of variety and the starters through mains and desert were all excellent. The wine list was decent as well. The ambiance was moody and created a unique atmosphere - seance like - rich with candles, deep shadows, and layers composed of patterned plates and mixed furniture. All-in, the food and drinks were excellent, the service was good, and the ambiance enjoyable. Recommended. read more

So, the luckiest guy in the world took the most beautiful woman on Earth out to dinner. We`ve been breaking bread together for 24 years, but tonight is special and I`m determined to impress her. The word is out - Sous Sol is guaranteed to satisfy. (Finding the place is a fun activity in itself. Hint-it's in the Basement.) We walked in and entered an atmosphere that wrapped itself around us like a big hug from a long lost best friend. Our smiles were immediate and lasted until our heads hit the pillow. Our host welcomed us and showed us our table. But we didn`t sit for long, we just had to explore. This little spot is full of wonder - you only have to open your eyes. We felt free to walk about and enjoy the details that make this place special. We ordered drinks and our host knew exactly how to ramp up expectations - he put fire to my date`s drink. Then it was on to the real reason we were at Sous Sol - the food. Our handsome host walked us through everything and in no time he crowded our small table with plates of beautiful sumptuous food. The presentation is as good as anything you`d see on the Champs-Élysées in Paris!! (Well, I've never been so I'm just guessing. ) Every bite is wonderful!! Every dish is amazing!! At the end someone let out our secret, we were celebrating our 21st wedding anniversary. We were served champagne in glasses that at one time were door prizes given out at Petro Canada with every fill. We laughed out loud at how perfect the moment was. We truly had the most fantastic time and we're very happy to have another wonderful memory to savor. The food is perfect. The employees are perfect. Sous Sol is perfect. And if you're looking for a perfect date or just a great place to meet to eat, you better get to Sous Sol. read more

I absolutely loved this place, mostly because as soon as I walked in, it looked like something I would like to open one day. We just has appetizers and drinks and everything was off the chain. I love that it is hidden, it made me feel like I was going to a little secret. Fantastic play at the speak-easy. For sure go for the Beef Tartar, the best we've had in the city. The drinks are amazing! They do their own rendition of an Old Fashioned that is to die for. read more

This place is an awesome Speakeasy style place. It's hidden and hard to find if you're not paying attention. The drinks here are top notch and insanely crafted and the setting is random and fun. Probably my favorite place in Winnipeg. read more

A great speakeasy-style restaurant with a perfect French decor with food and drinks to match.

TL;DR: Food was pretty good, server, Joshua is a socially inept moron. Will never return after such truly awful end to the night! My partner and I were out with a new acquaintances/friends couple over the weekend, and went to Sous Sol to end the night. Our friends invited some of their friends and we ended up being a party of 8. We all shared numerous appetizers, and many had drinks and entrees as well. Food was small but well done (rating would have been a solid 4.0 or even 4.5 if this review was based on the food alone). The actual meal service was fine, nothing special but not awful. After I asked for our (partner and I) bill, and though all eight of us had been sharing the appetizers, our server, Joshua decided to charge us for 50% of the shared food (around $80.00). I went to the serving area, to privately asked him if he could correct it to charge for what we had actually ordered, two apps and a drink (around $30.00) though I would have been perfectly happy with 1/4 of the shared food. I guess he thought this was unfair and decided the best way to handle that was to walk over to my table and explain to the entire damn table how he had split the bill and what I was asking him to do though how he explained it sounded like we were trying to get out of paying for our share. Just in case anyone had missed it, he actually went over it twice and then once more when he brought the adjusted bill. I was so embarrassed I am absolutely dreading seeing the people we were with, as he made us look, sound, and feel just awful. I personally believe an incident like this is best handled by talking to management directly but when I called the only number I could find online, instead of ringing, it played a song for like 2 minutes and never went to a voicemail. Is this place being run by teenagers that think this kind of awful service and juvenile crap will get customers? I plan to actively avoid this place as much as possible. What a horrible end to a perfectly lovely evening! read more