18/07/2025
Check out the city’s top spots for the best dining offering views of the Assiniboine and Red Rivers. These options for eating riverside range from the swankiest of patios to picnic tables on prime real estate, and all offer a chance to soak up the scenery!
1. 529 Wellington Steakhouse features a beautiful backyard terrace decked out with stylish (and comfy) furniture that sprawls out over a manicured back lawn next to Assiniboine River - making this tony steakhouse the utmost in alfresco fine dining. Here, beef carpaccio is paper-thin, topped with whisper-light shavings of Parm, and as divine as the view. 529 Wellington Cres.
2. Housed in a former water pumping station and steps away from Waterfront Drive and Stephen Juba Park, virtually hangs over the Red River at the edge of the Exchange District Take in the lush greenery and sparkling waters while nibbling on a choice of creative bruschetta combinations. 339 Waterfront Dr
3. The Forks offers a primo spot for tasting globally inspired eats and sipping local and Canadian brews and wines while soaking up the sunshine on your pick of picnic tables, lounge chairs and Adirondacks circling fire pits. Afterwards the shops and Assiniboine Riverwalk provide a scenic way to get those steps in. 1 Forks Market Road
4. A scenic drive on Henderson Hwy builds anticipation for a visit to - a ‘50s style diner worthy of a Hollywood movie set - planted on the banks of the Red River. Claim an outdoor picnic table and enjoy a front row seat to the water to enjoy super sized burgers, hand-cut fries and ice cream treats. 6860 Henderson Hwy, Lockport
5. No fuss appies and heaping plates of casual comfort food are delivered to guests lounging under tiki huts and a view of lush St. Vital Park across the Red River . Fire pit seating takes care of cool nights and live bands and DJs heat up the party vibesThur-Sat. 1700 Pembina Hwy
6. Located in the heart of the city’s French Quarter boasts breathtaking views of the Red River and the city skyline beyond. Regional Indigenous fare pairs perfectly with a glass of wine and glowing sunset. 130 Provencher Blvd
