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529 Wellington
Categories: Event Planning & Services Caterers Restaurants Steakhouses Caterers, Steakhouses [Edit]
529 Wellington CresWinnipeg, MB R3M 0A1
(204) 487-8325
- Price Range:
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$$$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Dressy
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
11 reviews for 529 Wellington
11 reviews in English
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Review from Chas S.
7/3/2011
Best. Steak. Ever.
Service is superb, very old-school and attentive. Prime rib sliders were excellent. Extensive wine list... -
Review from Candace C.
6/9/2010
The Skinny: okay steak, subpar sides, same menu without much innovation (3) service is reasonable but not in keeping with the ambience (3), value - can get better for the same price (2).
I've been here at least 6-7 times in the past and I'm not sure why this place gets so many accolades. The menu here hasn't changed at all since it opened which tells me that the owners have no interest in investing in innovation.
The quality of the steak here is okay. Don't expect anything really high end here (say goodbye, wagyu/kobe beef.). Really all they serve here is American beef that has a higher fat content than supposedly Canadian beef.
I have tried their Atlantic salmon before. It's okay. Rather bland though and overcooked generally.
The starter to get is the long dry ribs that they serve. It's fall off the bone kind of good. The others which includes their smoked salmon with toast points, cheese bread, spinach salad, caesar salad, french onion soup are basically average. Nothing astounding.
The sides are surprisingly underwhelming with exception of two dishes - the potatoes au gratin and the asparagus with hollandaise. These two dishes are pretty good - appropriately cheesy and delicious.
But the others - pontalba potatoes, sweet mashed potato with maple syrup, mushrooms were all subpar for a steak house. The mushrooms were soggy on more than one occasion - cooked at the incorrect temperature obviously. The sweet mashed potatoes is actually yams because the texture is too mushy to be potatoes. As well, this dish was too sweet. Pontalba potatoes were not flavourful given the description. Portion sizes are very small considering the price tag.
Dessert is kind of bleh. The Blueberry bread pudding is so-so and so is the cheesecake. Really wasted calories.
Finally, service. The service is ok but not attentive. Don't expect to have your napkin folded for you or anything. This level of service is actually below average considering how much you pay to eat here. -
Review from Kevin D.
Toronto, ON
Updated - 4/22/2009
I went to 529 Wellington once again in March and had a superb experience.
They hired a young Maitre 'D/Sommelier who was exquisite at his chosen profession. Because the wine list is vast, it's extremely helpful when the sommelier knows his or her stuff.
I gave him my favourite region (Right Bank Bordeaux- Pomerol FYI) and my price range and he ran with it. We had a 2001 (great vintage P.S.) and it was outta-sight!
Oh yeah and the steak? Yumm-skees as per usual.
My only negative comment- they took the onion rings off the menu! Why? They were so decadent! The waiter told me people found them too filling.. sigh. Still, 5-Stars all the way!1 Previous Review: Show all »
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1/22/2009 First to Review
THE BEST STEAKHOUSE IN CANADA.
529 serves Canada Prime Beef (above USDA Prime), the highest grade… Read more »
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Review from Kreuzensolo K.
6/26/2011
decor is wonderfully exquisite, quite exquisite as it's a renovated mansion.. it's the kind of place that anyone would be hard pressed to find a spec of dirt anywhere in that establishment
it was my bday a couple nights ago when i went, and i had a prime rib as usual.. the quality of cut was tremendously flavorful, one of if not the best i've had.. the au jus though was a bit awkward.. it was too thick and the taste was too bold.. there wasn't a sharpness in the taste as i would have liked
my lady friend had a rack of lamb which came out very very well.. we also shared a side of spinach which was made how it should have.. if a chef messes up a simple side like spinach, they need to go back to school and relearn
and since it was my bday, my creme brulee was on the house as a bday gesture and the creme brulee was made extremely well.. the custard had a nice mildly sharp zest to it without being overwhelming and not overly sweet.. the caramelized top, i must say, was done to perfection.. not sure if many ppl know this but caramelizing the top can be somewhat tricky and they nailed it on mine .. it was quite a nice surprise and i genuinely loved it.. i enjoyed every minute of my time there -
Review from Lisa G.
Winnipeg, MB
7/14/2010
I'm always completely surprised when I read a bad/mediocre review of 529. I absolutely love it.
I've been multiple times and I have never had bad service or food that wasn't amazing. I'm not even a huge steak fan (usually go for a chicken dish) but I wouldn't think of going to 529 without having a steak. Sides and desserts also great. One of my favourite places. -
Review from Mandie C.
Winnipeg, MB
4/23/2009
529 is one of my favorite places to eat in the Peg. I've been a few times but try to save it for special occasions since you're looking at approx. 100 bucks per person to go.
The restaurant itself is an old mansion on one of Winnipeg's most prestigious streets with lavish decor throughout.
The staff is extremely knowledgeable and Chris, (their smellier) is friendly and knows his stuff.
The first time I went, their wine list intimidated me because it's very extensive and I really didn't know that much about wine so I ordered a rum and coke. The second time I went I braved their wine folder and their smellier was able to recommend something in my price range that my husband and I ended up loving - which is extremely hard to do for most people since my husband likes a dry Merlot and I like a fruity syrah.
For dinner I usually go with the fillet Mignon. Side dishes are made to share. Last time, had asparagus with hollandaise sauce and maple pecan sweet potatoes (yum).
Since everything is a la carte expect your dinner service to take awhile. I'd rate this place 5/5 stars but took one away for the 3.5 hour lunch my colleagues and I had there. We didn't want to leave as we were hungry and treating with business partners but didn't really have the time to stay all afternoon for lunch either. They were short staffed and offered us free desert to share among 10 people to compensate... At those prices, I would've expected more but overall this is a fantastic restaurant! -
Review from Monique L.
Winnipeg, MB
10/15/2010
Try 529 for lunch and you won't be disappointed! If you go with a group ask to sit in the main floor sun room which is lovely. I usually have the steak sandwich topped with mushrooms. Always melt in your mouth tender, excellent flavor, and very filling. We ordered a side of onion rings for the table and we got a tower of delectable rings served with a sweet chilli sauce that I could eat by itself with a spoon! Service is outstanding; warm and very attentive!
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Review from DineoutGal A.
Winnipeg, MB
6/22/2010 2 photos
It's a very classic steakhouse look, dark woods and very traditional decor and leans towards a very "mature" crowd.
Supposedly the best steakhouse in Winnipeg...but I was sorely disappointed. I went here for lunch and was disappointed with the food. Maybe it's a less skillful/experienced staff at lunch time? To me, nothing ruins a good piece of meat like overseasoning it. I had the 12 oz New York and it was obviously over salted as I could see the steak covered in coarse salt granules. I took a bite and all I could taste was salt! I returned the steak - something I rarely do. The second go around was a charred steak - the exterior had way too much char, so it tasted like a burnt steak even though it was cooked to a nice medium rare inside. Grilling is good, but don't char the entire surface. I didn't return the second steak because who wants to be "that" person who keeps returning meals. The sides were also very underwhelming and pedestrian. But I have to say that the patio in the back is very beautiful and tranquil. It's one of the more unique patios in Winnipeg - I'd go back to enjoy that scenery though.
Now, to the lounge...it's a tiny room, with about 6 tables in there along with the bar. It's very dark in there along with the rest of the decor, and a very bright plasma TV in the corner that is very distracting due to the extremes in lighting. But, I understand that every bar/lounge needs to have at least one TV. Anyhow, despite the traditional looking lounge, I really enjoyed the ambiance. Yes, you do get distracted by the large groups walking in and out of the main dining rooms but overall, it's a comfortable room. I love the chairs, very comfy and very important in a lounge. How else would one lounge around for hours on end? They have a very extensive and expensive wine book for those who are so inclined. Numerous wines by the glasses and a plethora of hard liquor to make those stiff drinks with. The staff were really friendly and very helpful in helping us select our drinks. We also enjoyed a plate of beef carpaccio - thin slices of beef tenderloin drizzled with olive oil and with slices of Parmagiano Reggiano shavings and green onions. It was a good dish but not the best beef carpaccio I've had.
I think service here is much better in the evening and I'm sure the steaks are prepared and cooked better than it is at the lunch hour. But at the prices they are charging, the quality of the food and service should be very consistent.Listed in: Lounges in the city
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Review from Paul W.
Winnipeg, MB
3/16/2009
To clarify the first review, 529 actually serves Canadian Prime beef. Last time I was at the restaurant, their supply was from Alberta, just outside Calgary. Canadian Prime, which makes up around 1% of Canadian beef, is a higher standard than USDA Prime.
Anyway, I think this is one of the best restaurants in the city. When I have guests in from out of town, this is where I take them if I want to impress.
The restored mansion housing the restaurant is beautiful, with two floors and a few different dining rooms with private dining areas.
The food is superbly prepared. I always get steak, but I've talked to many others who have tried the tuna, lobster, or lamb for their entree and they have all been impressed.
Everything is done a la carte, here, with a good variety of sides, appetizers and salads.
Service is attentive. The sommelier is incredibly knowledgeable and the wine list is as extensive as you can get for Winnipeg.
The price is as expected for a high end steak house. Dinner for two will likely cost you $100 to $150 without wine.
I have never been disappointed with 529 Wellington. Worth every penny. -
Review from B B.
Winnipeg, MB
2/12/2010
4 Stars!
The food is great, the staff are attentive and educated on what they are serving.
I had steak and lobster combo. The lobster was a bit dry (overdone). For desert I ordered the chocolate lava cake which came with ice-cream and fresh fruit. It was fantastic. -
Review from Sean M.
Winnipeg, MB
6/9/2010
my wife doesn't eat steak so i don't get to go here often but when i do i relish in its great atmosphere , very professional waiters, and delicious food. they have more private rooms upstairs if you're in a group. i hear its a great business lunch spot.
