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Elevating the everyday
There's always
a reason to gather
Gather Craft Kitchen & Bar
Inside The Leaf, Assiniboine Park, Winnipeg
There's Always a Reason to Gather
Good company, exceptional food
Some of the best moments happen around a table. A long lunch with an old friend. A spontaneous dinner for two. One more conversation over a beautifully made cocktail.
At Gather Craft Kitchen and Bar, chef-driven dishes and global flavours make the everyday feel considered. Settle in, savour something unexpected, and let the company be the occasion.
At Gather Craft Kitchen and Bar, chef-driven dishes and global flavours make the everyday feel considered. Settle in, savour something unexpected, and let the company be the occasion.
From lunch to the last sip
Menus made for discovery
Leisurely lunches, dinners worth lingering over, and cocktails that start a conversation. Explore globally inspired flavours, thoughtfully prepared for whatever brings you to the table.
Lunch
Refined daytime plates and generous favourites, served daily.
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Dinner
Globally inspired dishes created for memorable evenings.
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Cocktails & drinks
Creative cocktails, thoughtful zero-proof options, and a curated wine selection.
View DrinksElevating the Everyday
From afternoon plans to evenings out
You don't need a milestone to make time for each other. A free afternoon, the end of a workday, or a Wednesday with no plans is reason enough.
A midweek ritual
Wine Wednesdays
All bottles of wine are 25% off every Wednesday, all day. Make a midweek ritual of good wine and good company.
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A little time to unwind
Happy Hour
Good conversation, cocktails, and shareable bites. Daily from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM until close.
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A little fresh air
The patio
Take lunch outside or linger over drinks. Seasonal dining just steps away from the biomes.
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Everyone around the table
Groups & private dining
Bring your favourite people together. Explore group dining and exclusive restaurant buyouts.
Discover MoreWords from our guests
Reasons to return
“Our meal was excellent and our server was outstanding. It was a great experience.”
“Dinner was delicious, service was excellent. Thank you Tonya. We had the roasted carrots and the gnocchi, the summer salad and the prawns. Basque Cheesecake for dessert. Lovely wine and a local beer.”
Meet Chef Mike Licharson
A flavour-first approach to global dining
Chef Mike Licharson brings a distinctly personal perspective to Gather, shaped by his Greek, Ukrainian, and Irish heritage and his Manitoba upbringing.
His cooking brings global inspiration together with Manitoba and Canadian ingredients, including select produce and herbs grown at The Leaf. Through thoughtful technique and an instinct for unexpected flavour, he creates dishes that feel both worldly and connected to this remarkable place.
From The Leaf
Grown just steps away
The Leaf gives Gather access to something truly uncommon: select produce and herbs grown only steps from the kitchen and bar. When available, these ingredients add freshness, flavour, and a distinctive sense of place to the globally inspired menus.
Grown at The Leaf
Herbs, greens, edible flowers, and specialty produce grow within The Leaf's biomes and outdoor kitchen garden.
Selected by our culinary team
Our chefs and bartenders identify opportunities to incorporate what is available into dishes and drinks.
Reimagined at Gather
Ingredients may become finishing herbs, garnishes, infusions, preserves, sauces, or unexpected elements within a dish.
Currently at Gather
Signature Paella
Gather’s signature Paella brings grilled prawns and tender bomba rice together in a richly layered dish. Saffron aioli adds a silky finish, balanced by the sweet acidity of gastrique and the delicate, fresh notes of chervil.
Menu offerings change throughout the year.
Explore the Dinner MenuAt The Leaf
Dinner before
The Leaf After Dark
Make an evening of it. Begin with globally inspired dishes and imaginative cocktails at Gather, then follow the greenery and starlight into The Leaf for a relaxing adults-only evening in the biomes.
From 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, enjoy handcrafted cocktails, live music in the Mediterranean Biome, and the remarkable atmosphere of The Leaf after dark.
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Select Wednesdays
Planning to attend at 7:00 PM? Reserve an earlier table and allow enough time to enjoy dinner before entering the biomes.
Admission to The Leaf After Dark is separate from dining at Gather. Event admission includes access to the biomes. Tickets are limited, and advance booking is recommended.
Plan Your Visit
Your next reason starts here
Bring a friend, make a date, or take a well-earned lunch break. Find Gather inside The Leaf at Assiniboine Park, with no biome admission required to dine.
The Leaf at Assiniboine Park
145 The Leaf Way
Winnipeg, Manitoba | R3P 2V8
Open daily
11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Parking
Available at Assiniboine Park
No biome admission
required to dine at Gather
Frequently Asked Questions
Good to know
Do I need admission to The Leaf to dine at Gather?
No. Admission to The Leaf's biomes is not required to dine at Gather.
Where is Gather located?
Gather is inside The Leaf at Assiniboine Park in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Does Gather accept reservations?
Yes. Reservations are available through OpenTable for parties of up to 20.
Can I reserve for a large group?
Groups of up to 20 can reserve directly through OpenTable. For groups larger than 20, submit an inquiry through our Groups & Private Dining page.
Does Gather have a patio?
Yes. Patio dining is seasonal and weather-dependent. See the patio page for current status.
Does Gather offer vegan options?
Yes. Menus include vegetarian and vegan dishes, with dietary indicators throughout.
What time is happy hour?
Happy hour runs daily from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM and from 9:00 PM until close.
Is parking available?
Yes. Parking is available at Assiniboine Park.