Velvet Glove Restaurant

The Velvet Glove Restaurant, Winnipeg’s original place of occasion, sits within the iconic Fairmont Winnipeg at 2 Lombard Place overlooking the historic Exchange District. Morning Harvest showcases locally sourced Manitoba ingredients—think wild blueberry pancakes with maple syrup from St-Pierre-Jolys and bison breakfast sausage from Carman—served beneath contemporary chandeliers and prairie-inspired art. Afternoon Tea presents three-tiered stands of smoked goldeye finger sandwiches, Saskatoon berry scones, and Valrhona chocolate éclairs paired with Lot 35 Fairmont teas. The restaurant’s floor-to-ceiling windows frame views of Portage & Main while the polished granite bar pours Prairie-made craft beers and Ontario VQA wines. Professional servers in tailored vests guide guests through seasonal menus that celebrate Red River Valley produce, making every breakfast, brunch, or tea service feel like a special occasion in the heart of downtown.