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generous with the salt . Irish nachos , a classic of the British-pub-meets- North-America variety , sub in waffle cut potato fries or kettle-cooked potato chips under a layer of gooey cheese . Tomatoes , scallions , and tangy-hot pickled jalapenos add kick to the mix .
Burgers , ready to be upgraded with a pile of pulled pork or sautéed mushrooms , are the kind of twohands-neccessary ' wiches required at sports bars , served on a toasted brioche bun to soak up the mess .
The lighter side of the menu includes super-sized salads and wraps . Sweet red peppers , chunky tomatoes , carrots , and a mound of crisp lettuce wrapped in a flour tortilla makes for a refreshing bite with a little guilty pleasure kick from a smear of cream cheese and sprinkling of salty feta .
The selection of suds and cocktails includes DIY Caesars , made to order from a scorecard that lets libation
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lovers play mixologist with their own choice of alcohol , mix , and garnish . Sip one while overlooking the buzzing ‘ SHED ’ ( sports , hospitality , and entertainment district ) and enjoy the sights , sounds , and tastes of the ‘ Peg .
Tavern United is open daily from 9 am-2 am .
BEET HAPPENING Neighbourhood . .... West End Address . .. 818 Notre Dame Ave Phone ........ 204-775-2338 Entrées .............$ 8- $ 12
Emblazoned as it is with the mantra , “ Good Food is Good ”, Beet Happening makes it easy for customers to spot the underlying conceit of this new fast casual spot . Justin Ludwar eagerly brings fresh tastes , gluten free treats , and local
ingredients to the morning and midday pit stops of health workers from the nearby Health Sciences Centre and downtown commuters .
Though the selection is ready to grab and go , the inviting contemporary interior may entice pop-in customers to stay a while . Large windows spill sunlight over light wood tables and artsy wall deco , an aesthetic oasis on the thoroughfare of Notre Dame .
Breakfast presents a pastry party , the display case well stocked with crumbly , sweet scones , chocolate zucchini and gluten-free banana bread , and cinnamon rolls . Warm buns are speckled with salty crisp flakes of bacon and lightly pungent scallions .
Baked goods reflect localvore aims ; all flour used is milled in Elie MB . At lunch , savoury tarts and mini pizzas are piled with in-season greens . Tarts are a treat for any diet , with a choice of veggies or fennel-redolent sausage
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For intimate dining , business meetings or group events in one of our signature rooms , count on our culinary expertise to create a fine dining experience in an atmosphere rich with history .
185 Lombard Ave . ( Near Portage & Main ) 204-944-1180 www . baileysprimedining . com ciao ! / june / july / two thousand fifteen 33