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Velvet Glove Restaurant - The Fairmont Winnipeg

4.5
4.5
366 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Velvet Glove Restaurant offers contemporary Manitoban fare using fresh, locally sourced produce and ingredients.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 07:00–10:00 Sat 08:00–11:00 Sun 08:00–12:00
  • Phone number
    (204) 957-1350
  • Website
    http://www.velvetglovewinnipeg.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Nitin Sharma
  • Catering
    Would you like to take your dining experience at VG Restaurant to your own venue of choice? If so, please inquire about our exciting catering offerings! Please call the manager on duty at (204) 985-6247 to arrange your off-site catering experience today!
  • Private party facilities
    Celebrating a special occasion or planning an evening with family and friends? Perhaps your business is looking for the perfect venue for a company function. The VG Restaurant is easily adaptable into your venue of choice! No matter the size, from an intimate gathering to a large group of 60, we are here to meet your needs.
  • Location
    2 Place Lombard, Winnipeg, MB R3B 0Y3
  • Area
    Exchange District
  • Cross Street
    Portage Avenue and Main Street
  • Parking details
    Paid Valet Service available at the front of the hotel
  • Public transit
    Located at the heart of the city, Portage and Main, most thoroughfare routes come within one city block of the VG Restaurant. Also, for your convenience, there is a Winnipeg Transit bus stop directly in-front of the hotel.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Winter Wonderland Afternoon Tea

    CA$36.00 - CA$69.00 per person

    5 Jan 2025 - 23 Feb 2025
    Join us in the Velvet Glove restaurant and enter a world of wonder with our Winter Wonderland Afternoon Tea theme. Explore through our selection of premium Lot 35 Fairmont teas and indulge in tiers of lavish savoury delectables, sweets decadences, and traditional scones. $69 per person $36 per child 12 years and below Creative cocktail & mocktails are available for add-ons during the experience. Please note any dietary restrictions when confirming your reservation.
    Winter Wonderland Afternoon Tea photo

  • Nutcracker Afternoon tea

    CA$36.00 - CA$69.00 per person

    17 Nov 2024 - 29 Dec 2024
    Celebrate grand traditions and join us for our annual Nutcracker Afternoon Tea. Explore through our selection of premium Lot 35 Fairmont teas and indulge in festive-inspired tiers of lavish savoury delectables, sweets decadences, and traditional scones. $69 per person $36 per child 12 years and below Creative cocktail & mocktails are available for add-ons during the experience. Please note any dietary restrictions when confirming your reservation.
    Nutcracker Afternoon tea photo

  • New Year's Eve Fondue Experience

    CA$68.00 - CA$149.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Join us on December 31st for our New Year’s Eve Fondue dinner experience. $149 / per person and $68 / per child 12 years and below. Please note any dietary restrictions within your reservation.
    New Year's Eve Fondue Experience photo

Menu

Breakfast

Freshly Brewed Coffee, Tea or Juice included

    Continental

    • Classic Smoothie (VG/GF)CA$14.00

      strawberry, banana, orange juice

      • Green Smoothie (VG/GF)CA$14.00

        spinach, ginger, green apple, pineapple

        • Fruit & Berry Platter (VG/GF/DF) CA$16.00

          seasonal selection

          • Chia Seed Pudding (VG/GF)CA$16.00

            fresh seasonal berries, coconut milk, mango dice, pumpkin seeds, desiccated coconut, berry coulis

            • Steel Cut Oatmeal (DF/VG)CA$15.00

              stewed apple, cinnamon dust, brown sugar

              • Breakfast Parfait (V)CA$21.00

                choice of vanilla or plain yogurt, fresh berries, house granola, honey

                • Açaí Smoothie BowlCA$22.00

                  mix berries, kiwi, banana, granola crisp, yogurt, sunflower seeds & chia seeds

                  • Avocado Smoothie Bowl (VG)CA$24.00

                    coconut milk, vegan granola, sliced almonds, blueberries, goji berries, chia seeds, toasted coconut

                    Classics

                    • Cold Smoked SalmonCA$27.00

                      cream cheese, onion, capers, toasted bagel

                      • Avocado & Ricotta (V)CA$26.00

                        poached eggs, sundried tomato, arugula salad, pumpkin seeds, multigrain

                        • Short Rubs & Egg SkilletCA$28.00

                          fried egg, potato hash, onions, banana peppers, murray’s tomatoes, mole sauce, sour cream, chimichurri

                          • The ManitobanCA$28.00

                            two eggs your way, smoked bacon, sausage, two fluffy buttermilk pancakes, potato wedges

                            • Two Eggs Your WayCA$23.00

                              smoked bacon, sausage, toast, potato wedges

                              • Omelette Your WayCA$26.00

                                whole eggs or egg whites, potato wedges, toast. choose 3 fillings: tomato / bell pepper / mushroom / red onion feta cheese / goat cheese / cheddar bacon / sausage / ham

                                • Baked Shakshuka with Feta (V)CA$24.00

                                  poached eggs, tomato sauce & feta cheese, toasted pita

                                  • Triple Stack Pancake (V)CA$26.00

                                    chaeban’s mascarpone, stewed apples, mixed berries, saskatoon berry curd

                                    • Benny Your WayCA$27.00

                                      two perfectly poached eggs, grilled english muffin, hollandaise sauce, potato wedges. choose one: back bacon / smoked salmon / spinach / avocado

                                      Enhancements

                                      • ToastCA$7.00

                                        • Bacon/SausageCA$9.00

                                          • Sliced Fruit Plate (GF/DF)CA$8.00

                                            Beverages

                                            • JuiceCA$6.00

                                              orange, apple, grapefruit, cranberry

                                              • SodaCA$3.00

                                                coca cola, diet coke, coke zero, iced tea, root beer, ginger ale, soda water, tonic water

                                                • Arnold PalmerCA$6.00

                                                  iced tea, lemonade

                                                  • Freshly Brewed Pot of CoffeeCA$8.00

                                                    available in small or large

                                                    • Cappuccino, Americano, Double Espresso or LatteCA$8.00

                                                      • London FogCA$8.00

                                                        • Hot ChocolateCA$6.00

                                                          • MilkCA$5.00

                                                            skim, 2%, soy, oat, almond, chocolate

                                                            Fresh Juice

                                                            • Fresh Orange JuiceCA$12.00

                                                              • Fresh Grapefruit JuiceCA$12.00

                                                                Lot 35 Tea

                                                                • Black TeaCA$6.00

                                                                  creamy early grey, imperial breakfast, orange pekoe, darjeeling, decaffeinated english breakfast

                                                                  • Green TeaCA$6.00

                                                                    japan sencha, jasmine gold dragon

                                                                    • Herbal TeaCA$6.00

                                                                      flora berry, bella coola, egyptian camomile, peppermint, market fresh

                                                                      Libations

                                                                      • MimosaCA$10.00

                                                                        • CaesarCA$14.00

                                                                          Last updated: 5 July 2024

                                                                          What 366 people are saying

                                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                          4.5
                                                                          4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                          • 4.2Food
                                                                          • 4.6Service
                                                                          • 4.6Ambience
                                                                          • 3.9Value

                                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                                          Loved For

                                                                          • Winnipeg / Manitoba

                                                                            Best Service

                                                                          • Winnipeg / Manitoba

                                                                            Great for brunch

                                                                          • Winnipeg

                                                                            Best Service

                                                                          • Winnipeg

                                                                            Great for brunch

                                                                          Review summary

                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                          Velvet Glove Restaurant at The Fairmont Winnipeg offers a delightful Afternoon Tea experience with a "phenomenal" service and "beautiful" decor. Guests rave about the "amazing" themed events like "Bridgerton" and "Mad Hatter" teas. While some food items lacked freshness, the overall experience is "worth every penny" for the ambiance and service.

                                                                          366 Reviews

                                                                          1. Silva

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Manitoba

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            2.0

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 15 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 2
                                                                            2. Food 2
                                                                            3. Service 1
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            The service was poor - we never get offered any more hot water for our tea during the entire tea service. The allergy we noted on the reservation and advised each server about was forgotten three times. The food lacked any flavor. Very expensive for such a disappointment. We were ready to make this a several times a year tradition, instead we will continue our search for a good afternoon tea in the city.

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                                                                          2. Carol

                                                                            Manitoba

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Fabulous afternoon tea! Exceptional food and service.

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                                                                          3. David

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Manitoba

                                                                            36 reviews

                                                                            3.0

                                                                            36 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 3
                                                                            2. Food 2
                                                                            3. Service 3
                                                                            4. Ambience 3
                                                                            Very nice experience the tea, but a little overpriced for what you get….

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                                                                          4. Sara

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Manitoba

                                                                            9 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            9 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            We loved the Fairmont’s Nutcracker Brunch, a great experience all around. All those creatives who produced the brunch and table settings are to be highly commended. The staff were all so friendly and attentive, especially the host who seated us.

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                                                                          5. nina

                                                                            Manitoba

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined on 1 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Highly recommend! Great food and service. Beautiful decor.

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                                                                          6. Christine

                                                                            Manitoba

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined on 24 November 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            I treated my best friend and I to the Nutcracker Tea and it was an absolute delight. We both decided that it would be a yearly tradition from here on out. The food was delicious! My friend is allergic to gluten and the kitchen planned ahead and had a lovely tea all ready for her. The table was beautiful and the service was 10 stars. This is definitely a great way to start your Christmas festivities.

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                                                                          7. Lana

                                                                            Edmonton

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 24 November 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            The flavours in each of the items on the tea tiers were so vivid & fresh. It was a pure bliss to enjoy! The festive music was a perfect background & the decorations made our Nutcracker Tea the best kickoff for the Christmas season!!

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                                                                          8. Wanda

                                                                            Manitoba

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 24 November 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 3
                                                                            We had Rita as our server and she was excellent!! She was very helpful and attentive and went above and beyond. She answered all of our questions. The decorating for the Nutcracker was fantastic. Beautiful table settings. The selection of tea was superb. It would be nice if you sold a variety package of tea bags to purchase for ourselves or for Christmas gifts for others. They were delicious. And the food was all delicious. The table was nice and spacious as two guests had mobility issues. Thank you for accommodating us for that. We had a great time and will definitely get back. I went to Alice in Wonderland either my daughter in laws and really enjoyed that one as well. The only complaint was that the music was way too loud and ut was hard to hear our conversation at the table,. We Thank you for a Wonderful enjoyable time and we wish you a Wonderful holiday season. Gird bless you and all of your Wonderful staff. Sincerely, Wanda Vogt

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                                                                          9. Rebecca

                                                                            Vancouver

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined on 24 November 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            We had a lovely time, the food was delicious and the teas were wonderful. The table was decorated simply but beautifully. When I booked I was given a choice of having our tea in the lounge in the lobby or in the restaurant, and said the lounge is more festively decorated but the restaurant is cozier/quieter. We were really glad we chose the restaurant as the lounge had louder music, and was out in the lobby where people were walking by and it was busier. The restaurant was much better for tea!

                                                                            1 person found this helpful

                                                                          10. Caitlyn

                                                                            Manitoba

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined on 24 November 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            We had a fantastic time at the nutcracker afternoon tea. Our server was fantastic! He was very knowledgeable, friendly and brought a great energy to the experience. The selection of tea was great and all the food was delicious .

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                                                                          FAQs

                                                                          Velvet Glove Restaurant - The Fairmont Winnipeg is rated 4.5 stars by 366 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                          Make a booking

                                                                          2 people
                                                                          19:00
                                                                          Booked 13 times today
                                                                          Experiences are available.
                                                                          Google Map for Velvet Glove Restaurant - The Fairmont Winnipeg

                                                                          2 Place Lombard, Winnipeg, MB R3B 0Y3

                                                                          Dining areas

                                                                          Additional information

                                                                          • Cross Street
                                                                            Portage Avenue and Main Street
                                                                          • Area
                                                                            Exchange District
                                                                          • Hours of Operation
                                                                            Mon–Fri 07:00–10:00 Sat 08:00–11:00 Sun 08:00–12:00
                                                                          • Price
                                                                            CAN$30 and under
                                                                          • Cuisines
                                                                            Unspecified
                                                                          • Dining style
                                                                            Casual Elegant
                                                                          • Dress code
                                                                            Smart Casual
                                                                          • Parking details
                                                                            Paid Valet Service available at the front of the hotel
                                                                          • Public transit
                                                                            Located at the heart of the city, Portage and Main, most thoroughfare routes come within one city block of the VG Restaurant. Also, for your convenience, there is a Winnipeg Transit bus stop directly in-front of the hotel.
                                                                          • Payment Options
                                                                            AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                          • Executive Chef
                                                                            Chef Nitin Sharma
                                                                          • Additional
                                                                            Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                          • Website
                                                                            http://www.velvetglovewinnipeg.com/
                                                                          • Phone number
                                                                            (204) 957-1350
                                                                          • Catering
                                                                            Would you like to take your dining experience at VG Restaurant to your own venue of choice? If so, please inquire about our exciting catering offerings! Please call the manager on duty at (204) 985-6247 to arrange your off-site catering experience today!
                                                                          • Private party facilities
                                                                            Celebrating a special occasion or planning an evening with family and friends? Perhaps your business is looking for the perfect venue for a company function. The VG Restaurant is easily adaptable into your venue of choice! No matter the size, from an intimate gathering to a large group of 60, we are here to meet your needs.
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