Did you know that the Duffin Block was originally a three-storey building built in 1881? A fire in the early spring of 1956 destroyed the upper two floors of the building but the ground floor survived – and here we are ready to revitalize this historic Winnipeg corner with good coffee and wine.

Early photos of the historic Exchange District in Winnipeg, Manitoba, close to 474 Main St. where Rosé Coffee & Wine is located.

Photographer Simon Duffin commissioned a three-storey brick and stone building, designed by local architect T. H. Parr at the corner of Main Street at Bannatyne Avenue in Winnipeg – the same spot where Rosé Coffee & Wine sits today!

Part of the rich heritage of Winnipeg's theatre scene in the early 1900s was Vaudeville. Winnipeg was a city that set the tone for acts like Harry Houdini, Fred & Adele Astaire, and Charlie Chaplin. ⁠Rosé sits at the very centre of all things theatre in Winnipeg – both back then and today.

Rosé's location and origins are directly tied to the early 1900s Vaudeville era of Winnipeg. ⁠⁠During this time for thirty-five cents you could see an eight act vaudeville show including a silent movie, a skit, a novelty act, a song and dance routine, a comedy act, an animal act and a re-creation of some newsworthy event like the sinking of the Titanic.⁠

Founded by Kieu Nguyen in 2020, this pandemic project – with the assistance of Fireside Design – began to come to life.

We are located at 474 Main St. Unit B – just around the corner on Bannatyne Ave. Look for our window signage and our welcoming, signature window lamps.

Our space was inspired by Vaudeville theatres and costumes of old – with a cozy twist. Expect rich colours, textures, and flavours. Serving coffee + lunch daily, and wine at night, this is the newest spot in the Exchange District neighbourhood. Your table awaits!