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dining
taprooms
BARN HAMMER BREWING CO A stylish industrial space,
this taproom offers the brewery’s signature beers, including
local winter favourite the “Grandpa’s Sweater” oatmeal
stout. Snacks are available to purchase. Wed-Thu 3 pm-9
pm, Fri-Sat 12 pm-9 pm, Sun 1 pm-6 pm. LP. Cards: AE, IA,
MC, V. 595 Wall St, barnhammerbrewing.ca, Map 2: D-3
HALF PINTS BREWING CO This independently owned
brewery ushered in the craft beer movement in Winnipeg
ten years ago. Sample four flagship beers as well as
changing seasonal specialties by taster or draft, or fill a
growler to go. Snacks and merch available for purchase.
Stop by for a free brewery tour on Saturdays at 1 pm. Mon-
Sat 9 am-9 pm, Sun 11 am-6 pm. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA,
MC, V. 550 Roseberry St, 204-832-PINT (7468), Map 2:
D-3
Souvlaki. Saganaki. Moussaka. Yemista!
IT’S ALL
GREEK.
Traditional recipes,
generous portions
for big appetites
LITTLE BROWN JUG Bare bones industrial design, tons
of community events and popular growler station can be
found in this sleek taproom inside a renovated Exchange
District heritage building. Sample the Belgian Pale Ale
“1919” made by traditional German kräusening, double-
fermentation technique. Mon-Sat 12 pm-9 pm. WA, LP.
Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 336 William Ave, 204-500-0441,
Map 1: O-3
TORQUE BREWING CO Warm vibes and ever changing
seasonal beers make this bright space a welcoming place
to linger. Sample four different tried-and-true brews which
are only at the brewery. Tue-Wed 11 am-6 pm, Thu-Sat 11
am-9 pm. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 330-830 King
Edward St, 204-941-1723, Map 2: C-2
TRANS CANADA BREWING CO An extensive renovation
converted a 15,000 square foot industrial building into
a thriving brewpub. The large selection of housemade
beers and fresh slices served from attached Timmy
Tom’s Pizzeria will hit the spot for shoppers looking
for a place to re-energize. 1-1290 Kenaston Blvd,
204-666-2337, Map 2: E-3
thai
BANGKOK THAI Located in a beautiful courtyard at the
corner of Osborne and River, this elegant second-floor
sunlit room is the perfect setting for exotic Thai dishes.
Lunch: Mon, Wed-Fri 11:30 am-2 pm. Dinner Sun-Mon,
Wed-Thu 5 pm-9:30 pm, Fri & Sat 5 pm-10 pm. Closed
Tue. Entrées: $7-$14. LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 100 Osborne
St, 2nd floor, 204-474-0908, Map 1: R-3
KHAO HOUSE This cozy spot serves belly-filling Laotian
specialties spiked with uncommon ingredients like pickled
bamboo shoots. Mon & Wed 11 am-2:30 pm, 4:30 pm-9
pm, Thu-Sat 11 am-2:30 pm, 4:30 pm-10 pm, Sun 11 am-9
pm. Closed Tue. Entrées: $9-$14. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC,
V. 126 Sherbrook St, 204-783-3642, Map 1 Q-2
241 St. Mary's Rd. 204-233-3655 heliosrestaurant.com
SUPERB
CHINESE
CUISINE
Winnipeg’s favourite
Chinese recipes served
in a contemporary
and warm atmosphere.
SUKHOTHAI The comfortable, modern interior is a good
counterpoint to classic Thai cuisine. Signature matsaman
and red and green curries keep fans returning. Tue-Fri
11:30 am-10 pm, Sat 3 pm-10 pm, Sun 4 pm-10 pm.
Entrées: $9-$14. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 191 Osborne
St, 204-633-6907, Map 1: R-3
Ma Po Tofu
(#74)
vietnamese
PHO #1 Charming Vietnamese noodle soup house
frequented by the young, families, and suits. Soups are
go-to picks from the massive menu, from classic pho to
tom yum tempered with coconut milk. Mon, Wed-Fri 11
am-9 pm, Sat & Sun 12 pm-9 pm. Entrées: $10-$1 5. WA,
LP. Cards: IA, V. 81 Isabel St, 204-943-7449, Map 1: N-3
PHO HOANG 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. Sun-Thu
11 am-9pm, Fri & Sat 11 am-10 pm. Entrées: $10-$18. WA,
LP. Cards: AE, IA, M, V. 794 Sargent Ave, 204-415-6893,
Map 1: N-3
VIVA Family owned and operated West End hot spot
serves traditional favourites like bánh mì. For authentic
flavour, many spices are sourced directly from Vietnam.
Mon-Sat 11 am-10 pm. Entrées: $3-$10. WA, LP. Cards: IA,
MC, V. 505 Sargent Ave, 204-772-3167, Map 1: O-2
www.northgardenwinnipeg.com
6-33 University Crescent [phone]
Mon-Sat 10 am-11:30 pm, Sun 10 am-10:30 pm
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