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James Avenue Pumphouse, Winnipeg, MB

James Avenue Pumphouse

4.6
4.6
812 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
International

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Welcome to James Avenue Pumphouse

Awarded Best New Restaurant 2021 by Ciao! Magazine!

Come visit us and experience a diverse menu offering from our very own Executive Chef, Mark Merano.

Complimenting the historical setting and relaxed ambiance is a menu that draws both on Manitoba culinary traditions and globally inspired comfort food. Pair it with our smart cocktail list, and your night is complete!

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, Comfort Food, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (204) 560-5210
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Mark Merano
  • Neighborhood
    Winnipeg
  • Parking details
    Free Street Parking after 5pm
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

What 812 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Winnipeg / Manitoba

    Best Ambiance

  • Winnipeg / Manitoba

    Innovative

  • Winnipeg / Manitoba

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Winnipeg / Manitoba

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Winnipeg

    Best Ambiance

  • Winnipeg

    Innovative

  • Winnipeg

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Winnipeg

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
James Avenue Pumphouse is a vibrant dining spot with "excellent food," a "unique historical space," and an inviting atmosphere. Patrons rave about the "amazing food" and attentive service, perfect for date nights or business lunches. While noise can be a factor, the overall experience is highly recommended with standout dishes and a cool setting.

812 Reviews
  1. Christine

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very enjoyable dinning experience , The service was great and the food was delicious .

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  2. Martha

    Manitoba

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, and the food was very good. As it was a Wednesday, not crowded at all, no rushing. Reasonable prices, and an interesting historical ambiance. Enjoyed by all.

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  3. Cynthia

    Manitoba

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent! The options for alternative diets was extensive and very tasty.

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  4. Melinda

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! Dinner was incredible, I am celiac and had the mussels as a sharable and the tacos Pollo as my main. Food tasted amazing, came quickly. We loved it and will definitely go back. The only downfall was finding parking

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  5. Maksym

    Manitoba

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed the food and atmosphere. Definitely will come back

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  6. Jocelyn

    Manitoba

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We brought two visitors from the U. K. , one from Manchester and one from London. The one from Manchester lives about 3 miles from where the overhead trusses were made so it was especially interesting for him. They really enjoyed the beer choices and their food. Our server was wonderful.

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  7. Paul

    VIP

    Manitoba

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was great. Service excellent and super quick. I had the Dan Dan Thai - highly recommend it. Not too spicy.

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  8. jen

    Manitoba

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The server was quick and attentive, courteous and professional. The restaurant is so unique with the view of the pumphouse machinery. The food was delicious. The menu is very accurate and I appreciate the note about the level of spice in the different dishes.

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  9. Stacey

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent place for a couples night out. Interesting building, good food and variety--every person ate a meal inspired by a different country--and every dish was beautifully plated. Particularly delicious were the chicken chickpea curry and the carrot cake, but everyone's meals were tasty. Staff were friendly and hospitable. Chairs were comfortable and the place was shiny clean. Drinks were on the pricy side, and the place got a bit noisy as it filled up. All in all will definitely go again.

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  10. Felix

    Manitoba

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 13, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a bit of surprise to say the food was only fair as we have been numerous times and the food was always excellent in the past. Almost tasted as if the food sat under heat lamps for a while before it was finally served. Hoping that this visit was an aberration.

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FAQs

James Avenue Pumphouse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (204) 560-5210.

James Avenue Pumphouse is rated 4.6 stars by 812 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for James Avenue Pumphouse

Unit 2-109 James Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3B 0N6

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Winnipeg
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, Comfort Food, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Free Street Parking after 5pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mark Merano
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access
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