bestlist
Chop Steakhouse & Bar
1750 Sargent Ave, 204‑788‑2015. The
Shades‑of‑grey interior in this stylish
and swanky steakhouse boasts in‑
house butcher and pastry chef. WA,
LP, A, IA, M, V
Hy’s Steakhouse
1 Lombard Pl, 204‑942‑1000. A classic
Winnipeg establishment for more than
60 years, comfortably opulent with
traditional dark panelling. Canadian
prime rib and perfectly aged steaks are
outstanding. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
The Keg Steakhouse & Bar
115 Garry St, 204‑942‑7619;
2034 McGillivray Blvd, 204‑477‑5300;
2553 Portage Ave, 204‑885‑5275. It’s
all about consistency. The Keg delivers
sizzling steaks off the grill in a friendly,
casual atmosphere. WA, LP, SP, A,
IA, M, V
Rae & Jerry’s
1405 Portage Ave, 204‑783‑6155.
Little has changed this steakhouse
since its inception in 1957. Old school
favourites like liver dinners and prime
rib sandwiches are superior. WA, LP,
SP, A, IA, M, V Trans Canada Brewing Co
1‑1290 Kenaston Blvd, 204‑666‑2337.
Brand new spacious brewpub offers
large selection of in‑house beers along
with fresh pizza and appetizers from
pizzeria. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Taprooms Bangkok Thai
100 Osborne St, 2nd floor, 204‑474‑0908.
Located within the beautiful courtyard
at the corner of Osborne and River,
this sunlit room creates the perfect
setting for exotic Thai dishes served on
elaborately decorated silver tableware.
LP, IA, M, V
Sabai Thai Eatery
1113 Corydon Ave, 204‑888‑6508. The
succinct menu at this neighbourhood
hot spot has popular standbys as well as
a few contemporary house specials like
pickerel cheeks in rich peanut‑sesame
sauce. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V
Siam Thai
587 St. Anne’s Rd, 204‑254‑7765. This
small, suburban ethnic eatery focuses
its cuisine on central Thailand and uses
the freshest produce. Chef’s specials
include stir‑fried chicken in chili jam.
WA, LP, IA, M, V
Sukhothai
191 Osborne St, 204‑633‑6907. The
comfortable modern interior is a good
counterpoint to classic Thai cuisine.
The perfect hot and sour soup and fresh
fruit frozen drinks keep fans returning.
WA, LP, IA, M, V
Barn Hammer Brewing Co
595 Wall St, barnhammerbrewing.ca.
A stylish industrial space in the West
End houses this welcoming taproom.
Sample six signature beers and two
experimental flavours. LP, A, IA, M, V
Half Pints Brewing Co
550 Roseberry St, 204‑832‑PINT (7468).
Four flagship beers and seasonal
specialties are on tap for sipping by
taster or draught, or filling a growler to
go. Free brewery tours on Saturdays.
WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Nonsuch Brewing Co
125 Pacific Ave, 204‑666‑7824.
Its seven taps offer core pours like
Belgium tripel and Belgium blonde,
and experimental brews like a fruited
saison. Gourmet popcorn, nuts and
dried fruit make the perfect late nigth
snack. WA, LP, IA, M, V
Stone Angel Brewing Co
9‑1875 Pembina Hwy, 204‑226‑1361.
Try four core beers and a rotating
selection of seasonal beer and cider.
Visit Saturdays for one of 60 glasses of
an exclusive experimental brew. WA,
LP, IA, M, V
Little Brown Jug
336 William Ave, 204‑500‑0441. Sleek
taproom inside a renovated Exchange
District heritage space, with an open
concept design that gives visitors a
view of the brewery. WA, LP, A, IA,
M, V
Torque Brewing Co
330‑830 King Edward St, 204‑941‑1723.
Sample four different tried‑and‑true
brews as well as a changing selection
of varieties like Barleywine and Russian
Imperial Stout, which are available only
at the brewery. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Tea house
Garden Path Tea House
5607 Main St, 204‑334‑4919. Tea house
located on two acres of gardens and
ponds. Includes indoor dining room. At
Lower Fort Garry Garden Centre. WA,
SP, A, IA, M, V
Tea Story
224 Osborne St, 204‑477‑1102. Bright
and playful Japan‑influenced space
boasts an extensive list of flowering,
aged, organic, and bubble teas. Sweet
or savoury waffle sandwiches are
satisfying fuel. WA, A, IA, M, V
Panda Tea
2999 Pembina Hwy, 204‑504‑8299;
1041 McPhillips St, 204‑505‑6989. Tea
room serving milk tea, slush drinks and
bubble tea in flavours like passion fruit,
red bean and taro. IA, M, V
Thai
vieTnamese
Banh Mi King
510 Portage Ave, 204‑775‑9323. Order‑
at‑the‑counter spot offers trendy takes
on Vietnamese fare, like the namesake
sandwich, pho, and pork belly burgers that
swap buns for steamed bao. WA, IA, M, V
Dalat
2‑1170 Taylor Ave, 204‑895‑3222.
Highlights among almost 200 menu
choices are hot and sour soup, ginger‑
fried beef and shrimp with lemongrass.
WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Pho Hoang
794 Sargent Ave, 204‑415‑6893; 235
Portage Ave, 204‑949‑0077. The pho at
this chic and comfortable strip mall spot
ranks among the city’s best. Rich broth
gains its deep flavour from a 24‑hour
simmering process. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Thanh Huong
534 Sargent Ave, 204‑774‑8888.
French‑accented North Vietnamese and
Chinese cuisine. The satay beef noodle
soup is satisfying. WA, LP, A, IA, M,
Viva
505 Sargent Ave, 204‑772‑3167. Family‑
owned and operated West End hot
spot. Traditional favourites like deluxe
vermicelli and bánh mì are highlights.
Shrimp and sour soup and sweet and
savoury stewed basa also get top
marks. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
World Food
Asian Hot Pot [Chinese/Asian]
740 Corydon Ave, 204‑615‑8878.
Cheery strip mall spot serves do‑it‑
yourself‑deliciousness in the form
of soups that simmer at the table.
20 broth options and more than 70
ingredients to add. WA, LP, A, M, V
Baraka Pita Bakery [Lebanese]
1783 Main St, 204‑334‑2004. Famous
for in‑house fired pita bread, this North
End gem offers falafel pitas, pita pizzas
and specialty dips like hummus. WA,
IA, V, M
Fusian Experience [Japanese]
612 Academy Rd, 204‑691‑9334.
Serving traditional Japanese plates and
tapas, infusing it with international
flavours. Fresh fish flown in from around
the globe. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Gohe [Ethiopian]
595 Notre Dame Ave,
gohewinnipeg.com. Rich doro wat and
vibrant lentil stews are highlights at this
popular spot. Combo platters are perfect
for sampling with a group. IA, M, V
Khao House [Laotian/Asian]
625 Portage Ave, 204‑615‑6590. Belly‑
filling Laotian specialties are spiked
with uncommon ingredients like black
fungus mushroom and pickled bamboo
shoots. Try the outstanding extra‑crispy
fried chicken. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V
Kyu Bistro [Japanese]
185 Isabel Ave, 204‑504‑8999. Offers
include small plates of gyoza, agedashi
tofu cakes and chicken kara‑age.
Ramen bowls make satisfying meals.
WA, A, IA, V, M
Les Saj [Middle Eastern]
1038 St. James St, 204‑219‑8939
This is the first restaurant in Winnipeg
to cook using a saj, a dome‑shaped hot
surface for baking flatbreads covered in
za’atar, meat or cheese. WA, IA, M, V
Wakoya
167 Osborne St, 204‑783‑7777.
A menu offering a blend of Korean
and Japanese cuisine in space with
minimalist aesthetic. Specialties
include spicy bulgogi. WA, LP, IA, M, V
ciao! / feb/mar / two thousand nineteen
41