Winnipeg Free Press News Café

151 reviews

237 McDermot Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 0S4, Canada

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About

Winnipeg Free Press News Café is a Cafe located at 237 McDermot Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 0S4, Canada. It has received 151 reviews with an average rating of 4.3 stars.

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Hours

Monday10AM-5PM
Tuesday10AM-5PM
Wednesday10AM-5PM
Thursday10AM-4PM
Friday10AM-4PM
SaturdayClosed
Sunday10AM-5PM

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of Winnipeg Free Press News Café: 237 McDermot Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 0S4, Canada

  • Winnipeg Free Press News Café has 4.3 stars from 151 reviews

  • Cafe

  • "Went here for lunch"

    "Good food, reasonable prices, with interesting and delicious food specials, and great all day breakfast options"

    "This is the best breakfast in downtown Winnipeg (exchange district!)"

    "I live out of town but I come here every time I am in town"

    "I went with a group of friends to their First Friday event evening"

Reviews

  • Jasmine CM

Went here for lunch. Ordered before a larger crowd did. One friend of mine found a large chunk of plastic in her meal. They made her a new one but didn’t provide any other compensation. My meal was fine, nothing great. Our third person didn’t get her meal until 40 minutes after ordering cause they gave it to a different table but didn’t notice. We were all nauseous from the plastic incident anyway. Honestly bad all around, no clue how the reviews are so good.
Food: 1
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 2

  • Brett McLaughlin

Good food, reasonable prices, with interesting and delicious food specials, and great all day breakfast options. The staff always seems happy and is very friendly. And best of all I've found when I order something that they happen to be out of, I'll have to change my order but they will try to include some sort of bonus to my meal (free desert, drink, or larger portion) to make up for it, which is awesome and kinda makes me feel lucky that they didn't have my original order rather than feeling let down.

  • Marta-Marika Urbanik

This is the best breakfast in downtown Winnipeg (exchange district!). We came to winnipeg for 10 days for work and ate here almost everyday. The food and coffee are delicious- especially the standard breakfast! The service is fast and exceptional, prices are more than fair, and the portions are huge. Seriously- a breakfast plate will fill you until dinner time. Will definitely be back whenever I’m in winnipeg. The family that owns this small local business is fantastic. Highly recommend.

  • Buddcar Cook

I live out of town but I come here every time I am in town. Great food .I specifically come here for their breakfast. I've also had their udon and ramen and both are very good. You walk in and order your food at the counter from a large chalkboard. You then pay ( debit credit, cash applepay). You then get your food served by very friendly staff. A little gem inside a great area of town.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20

  • Daniel Roscoe

I went with a group of friends to their First Friday event evening. A monthly community event that starts at the cafe, with a supper, usually very nice, and a talk about some currently interesting topic. After dinner a guide will take you around the district and visit several studios and galleries that stay open especially for this event. I've been to several over the last 2 or 3 years and they gave always been worth the effort.

  • Алёна Пахомова

Amazing place! Did not expect it to be so adorable.) The prices are pretty small and the food is delicious. Probably the only one place in Winnipeg with so tasty home-made lemonade I have ever been to. And soups are super tasty and super big.)
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Heather Allen

Central and convenient location. The food is always freshly made and delicious. Buy what sets this place apart for me, is the level of customer service. The owners and workers are very kind and thoughtful, and accommodating to families with young children. The perfect place to stop off at, while you're exploring the Exchange! Be sure to try their fresh ginger lemonade!

  • Marina Havard (Marishinka)

The breakfast came with a salad and the pancakes were lovely and came with tons of fruit. Wish they had extended hours for the fringe. Just a good spot for breakfast
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 2
Recommended dishes
Classic Breakfast, Buttermilk Pancake

  • This Henry

I worked there and it was horrible. Indeed it was about 5 years ago but the owner and head chef rinsed a hard oiled egg in water that had raw chicken thawing, and hashbrowns(even for vegetarian orders), w er re cooked on the same parchment as bacon. I dont know if the owner remembers me, but I never showed up for more than 1 shift, the kitchen was also filthy.

  • Charlene Lilly

This is a lovely place down in the Exchange (must see area if you’re in Winnipeg). The waitress is so kind and friendly, and the food was delicious. Quite, peaceful music playing, friendly people coming in and out to get their regulars. Just a wonderful breakfast spot I would definitely come back to on my next visit to Winnipeg! Thanks for the great meal!

  • Lindsay Hurst

Stumbled upon this place and what a nice surprise it was. The menu is fantastic, I tried their pumpkin quesadilla special and it came out quickly, fresh and absolutely delicious. Excellent friendly service, a real wpg gem.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Ren Blackshaw

I went to the cafe for the first time yesterday. The food was delicious and fresh. The iced oat latte I had was so tasty! The owners are friendly and provide great service. Will definitely be going back soon!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Classic Breakfast

  • Andrew Dueck

Well worth going to this great restaurant. My buttermilk pancake breakfast was amazing. Very delicious. I would recommend. On the other hand my wife didn't really care for her veggi frittata . Maybe someone who is vegan might like it, but just a caution.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20

  • jesi morrow

Food was disgusting. Soggy, overcooked eggs, packed with a dressed salad in the same paper container. Ordered the classic breakfast with poached eggs, got soggy cold toast, and fully cooked microwaved eggs, also ice cold. Whole meal was inedible.
Service
Delivery
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20

  • Ben Rogers

Great location, in the heart of the Exchange District. You will often come in and be treated to a live broadcast interview with a local celebrity! My favorite order is the pulled pork sandwich with the potato salad side. Seating is available outdoors during the summer months, which is perfect for some of the outdoor festivals!

  • C

Had the free press burger for lunch the other day while clearing snow bit the bullet on the price tag but so glad I did probably top three burgers I've ever had amazing amazing Burger potato salad had a decent flavour to it Dijon I think but the potatoes were a bit hard will definitely return

  • Carolyn Greene

I love this place. A friend and I found it on our first trip to Winnipeg. The cafe is causal and the owners and staff provide incredible service. Prices are reasonable for a great breakfast. Highly recommend.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20

  • Jess Hildebrand

Often drop in for lunch because of the awesome friendly service. She always remembers what my bf and I normally order and always had a smile on her face when she sees us. I’m so glad they’ve survived the pandemic so far and hope to continue eating here weekly as things return to normal.

  • Sunny B

Delicious food and drink options, I am never disappointed!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Yakisoba, Lemon-Ginger-Ade, London Fog Hot Choco Banana

  • Sutton Smithworks

This hidden gem, our friendly neighbour, Winnipeg Free Press News Cafe has a wonderful ambiance and fantastic food right at the heart of the Exchange. Don't just take our word for it, try it out yourself they have everything from sweet to savoury. …

  • Maëva Martinez-y-ruiz

I highly recommend this place if you want a good coffee and breakfast/lunch for reasonable price. Everything tastes like housemade; I will always remember their amazing bulgogi empanadas, so delicious ! The staff is also super friendly.

  • Moss G

Really nice awesome place, nice service good food, and hard working women does the most. Thank you for the good service
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Лина Франк

So nice people working in there! Made for me milkshake even when I came after they closed everything! And made it nice and tasty. Also have good atmosphere in cafe.
Food: 3
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Ben Sagle

I had the Chroizo Sausage and Egg, and it was perfect. What's more, the price was just right for the quality of food. I'd prefer being served at my table rather than purchase at the counter, but oh well. I will return.

  • Craig Wallace (Cdubicus)

Great food and value for money. Don't let the decor fool you. This place is a gem
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4

  • Vince Constantine

Amazing staff, so sweet and friendly; as well as artistic. Put care into everything they do, and it really shows. Food taste great, the chef really knows his way around a kitchen. 5/5 will always come back!

  • カイル F Kyle

Very nice for lunch, friendly staff and some nice authentic Asian dishes.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Y J

Love their food & the sweetest owners! They have the best sandwiches. If you ever go downtown, you must try their burgers and sandwiches with their homemade lemonade. Pictured: ham and cheese omelete❣️

  • Adrian Breiding

I had a really nice Chai Latte here and the owners were really nice.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • James Paskaruk

Don't let the mediocre baked goods on the counter turn you off. Since we lost Underground Cafe this is where you can get a breakfast sammich, as well as some rather delicious spicy ramen for lunch.

  • Les Brandt

Dave and I go regularly for Saturday breakfast and do the NYT crossword. The service is always super friendly and the breakfast menu is great! Good portions and always more coffee. Thankyou!!

  • Kevin Guenther

Really good lunch food! The ramen noodles are great and the staff are very warm and friendly. A little pricey considering the quality and variety of competition in the area though.

  • Amy Zhou

$13 (after tax) for a double-patty avocado teriyaki burger! They were even kind enough to do a free switch of the cheese for mushrooms. Sadly the wifi didn’t work on the patio.

  • justin craig

Get their Japanese dishes, the sandwiches are great too, but the real hidden gems are the Yakisoba and similar dishes. Polite and friendly staff and it's not crazy expensive

  • Rod Salm

If you want interesting events with your coffee, this is the place to be. Lots on news worthy people and events pop in here. Decent menu, good pricing, and great location.

  • M D

Great place for a fast and tasty lunch. The sandwiches are awesome. The ladies that work here are always so friendly and kind. Highly reccomend checking this place out!

  • Ken Francis

Good selection of teas and coffees. They also sell some food as well. Place was clean, staff friendly, lots of large windows to watch the streets outside. Neat place!

  • Diane Santesso

Never disappointed with the friendly Saturday staff, the Classic Breakfast and Manitoba Club. Reasonable price. There is usually an assortment of the week's papers.

  • Reuben P

Very nice place with amazing service. One of the best pulled pork ever had. Little gem caffe in Winnipeg.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Fatin Azman

Lovely patio dining, staff there are so accommodating. Pricey for the portions.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$20–30

  • Candace L

Nothing was happening when we were there but the food was good. I had the Chipotle chicken sandwich with potato salad, Delicious! Would definitely go back!

  • Francois Bergeron

Internet didn’t work, washrooms were smelly, coffee was expensive and average, parking very expensive. Staff was good though. I wouldn’t recommend.

  • Emily CPY

It's a great location, and hosts a lot of interesting events. The food is good but nothing special. I go for the events, not the cafe itself.

  • R. Benedik

Always a good lunch spot with friendly service. A little chilly on the cold days.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Fatima Alsomali

Unfortunately i had a very poor experience here. Very unprofessional.
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10

  • j mck

Interesting place when they have guest speakers. The food choice is ok, but they have lots of variety for coffee and tea.

  • Dan Penner

Great exchange district spot for breakfast and lunch. Service is so good that its a reason in itself to go grab a bite.

  • fterp

Great food. Good prices. Quality ingredients. The pulled pork is excellent. Staff are friendly. Interesting burgers.

  • Bernardete Siqueira

A very good option to go in the exchange district! Good coffee, many options of food, nice price and friendly staff!

  • Remi DuBois

Good food good prices and very friendly staff. First time here definitely be coming back.
Service
Take out

  • Justin van Oeveren

The food, service and atmosphere are great! The prices are fair. I really enjoyed the unique sweet potato latte.

  • Sara Susaeta

An amazing ginger and lemon soda, refreshing and delicious. It is a must when you are at the Exchange District.

  • Miguel G

Great place love the view, I've only tryd the Londin Fog , and chicken ceaser wrap , it was definitely good .

  • kolin dragon

To loud to work No seats to work
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10

  • Allyson Brandt

Super sweet and friendly staff, great atmosphere, and delicious food!! Such a great spot for brunch!

  • Peter Winik

Very friendly staff. Excellent breakfast!!
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20

  • Cee M

I always love sandwiches from here and thr food is always so fresh, portions are nice as well.

  • Drew Bartelson

Friendly staff. Good food. Nice atmosphere. Its nice to find a place open in the mornings.

  • Lynnea Parker

I wish it opened at 8:30am instead of 9am, but a great cafe and good food. Friendly staff.

  • steve jones

Had a terrific lunch made better because my son paid. Lol very clean and inviting space.

  • Vicki Rempel

Fun and funky eatery with shaded patio in the historical warehouse district of Winnipeg.

  • jen friesen

Amazing breakfast, nice to see chorizo as a breaky meat! Great burgers!!
Food: 5

  • Jhapes Ally Nazarie Gonzalo

I enjoy going here because of their chicken avocado salad! Great service, too!

  • Justin M

Get the Manitoba Club sandwhich, it's awesome. Great place, i'm a regular

  • Sofie Bruce

Super cute place where you can get either a beer or a London dog at 10am.

  • L. May

Delicous fresh food and friendly service. Can't wait to go back …

  • Trevor Slywchuk

I get a coffee every day! They are fast, friendly and it tastes great!

  • Rubean E Sam

Very friendly staff. Food is amazing. Here's a breakfast takeout :)

  • Patrick Burek

Affordable good food and friendly service in a really nice setting.

  • Starlight. Epiphany

great service, friendly people and delicious food. always a treat.

  • Terry Halligan

Great food and atmosphere. Very convenient to exchange district.

  • Elle Ash

Great place. Friendly service. Delicious food. Lots of space.

  • Kaitlyn Trickett

Good food, good service and just an overall good environment.

  • Byte Northbridge

Poor vegan options, but staff was accommodating when asked

  • Megan RC

Expensive, but both the food and tea were quite good.

  • Doris Baril

A great place for any meal!!! Highly recommended!!!

  • DJ B

Went for their classic breakfast. Pretty good

  • David Brown

Very good cafe in historic Exchange District.

  • Roy Lee

Awesome !! Great burger and hot korean food.

  • Aran Lawrence

Didnt like this place and felt uncomfortable

  • Dshymko Shymko

The best good food good and friendly staff

  • Debbie Heckmann

My favorite is the home made Ginger Tea!!!

  • Emile Desrochers

I do there maintenance on the forklifts

  • Karl 701

Limited menu, on the pricey side.

  • Organic in Winnipeg

I tried a personalised smoothie.

  • Danielle Kayahara

Good coffee and great service!

  • Drew Dickie

Food was local and very good.

  • Mandy Cole

The bacon and eggs very tasty

  • John Thompson

Very friendly. Good coffee

  • Josi Johns

Great location. Good food.

  • sebastian los

Great location. Good food.

  • Anil Tiwari

Really great wonton soup.

  • Silvy Mcginity

Great healthy fast food

  • Jim Bell

Try the Manitoba Club.

  • Joseph Cuddington (PepeLePewManchester)

Good 'ol exchange...

  • Manni St

Disgusting buissness

  • Brady Berg

Great coffee!

  • Todd Koop

Nice space.

  • Cory Chatwell

Good space

  • leo g

Great food

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