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dining
THE KEG STEAKHOUSE & BAR  It’s all about consistency
at this steakhouse chain. Sizzling steaks, slow-roasted
prime rib, and Alaskan king crab are delivered in a friendly,
casual atmosphere. Call for hours. Entrées: $18-$38. WA,
LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 115 Garry St, 204-942‑7619,
Map 1: Q-4 ; 2553 Portage Ave, 204-885‑5275, Map 2: D-2 ;
2034 McGillivray Blvd, 204-477‑5300, Map 2: F-3
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RAE & JERRY’S STEAK HOUSE  A Winnipeg staple, this
spot has changed little since its inception in 1957. Famous
for beef in various cuts, liver and sandwiches. Reservations
preferred. Mon-Sat 11 am-11 pm, Sun 11 am-8:30 pm.
WA, LP, SP. Entrées: $30‑$45. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V.
1405 Portage Ave, 204-783‑6155, Map 2: D-3
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PANDA TEA  South end tea room serves bubble tea in flavours
like passionfruit, red bean, and taro. Mon-Thu, Sun 11 am-11 pm,
Fri & Sat 11 am-12 am. Cards: IA, MC, V. 2999 Pembina Hwy,
204‑504‑8299, Map 2: G-3
TEA STORY  Colourful, Japan-influenced spot serves
traditional and bubble tea. Try a sweet or savoury waffle
sandwich. Mon-Thu 11 am-11 pm, Fri-Sat 11 am-midnight,
Sun 11 am-10 pm. Entrées: $5-$9. WA, SP. Cards: AE, IA,
MC, V. 224 Osborne St, 204‑477‑1102, Map 1: S-4
taprooms
BARNHAMMER BREWING CO  A stylish industrial space
in the city’s West End, this welcoming taproom offers the
brewery’s six signature beers. Wed-Thu 3 pm-9 pm, Fri-Sat
12 pm-9 pm, Sun 1 pm-6 pm. LP, AE, IA, MC, V. 595 Wall
St, barnhammerbrewing.ca, Map 2: D-3
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“The lively restaurant focuses
on shared plates, spring rolls
stuffed with spiced minced pork
and brimming bowls of rice with
fried eggs and longanisa”
- As featured in
The Globe and Mail
HALF PINTS BREWING COMPANY  At Winnipeg’s
first craft brewery, sample four flagship beers as well as
changing seasonal specialties by taster or draft. Mon-Sat 9
am-9 pm, Sun 11 am-6 pm. Free brewery tours Sat at 1 pm.
WA, LP, AE, IA, MC, V. 550 Roseberry St, 204‑832‑PINT
(7468), Map 2: D-3
TORQUE BREWING  Sample four different tried-and-true
brews as well as a changing selection of varieties available
only at the brewery. Tue-Wed 11 am-6 pm, Thu-Sat 11 am-9
pm. WA, LP. Cards: A, IA, M, V. 330‑830 King Edward St,
204‑941‑1723, Map 2: C-2
thai/Laotian
BANGKOK THAI  This elegant second-floor room is the
perfect setting for exotic Thai dishes served on elaborately
decorated silver tableware. 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
and pan-Asian specialties. Try the outstanding extra-crispy
fried chicken. 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
SUKHOTHAI  The comfortable, modern interior is a good
counterpoint to classic Thai cuisine. Signature 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
vietnamese
BAHN MI KING  Fast casual spot offers trendy takes on
Vietnamese fare, like the namesake sandwich and pork belly
burgers that swap buns for steamed bao. Mon-Fri 10 am-9
pm, Sat-Sun 12 pm-9 pm. WA. Entrées: $5-$12. Cards: MC,
V. 510 Portage Ave, 204‑775‑9323, Map 1: Q-3
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PHO #1  Charming Vietnamese noodle soup house. 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-$15. WA, LP. Cards: IA, V.
81 Isabel St, 204‑943‑7449, Map 1: N-3
VIVA  Family owned West End hot spot. Traditional
favourites like deluxe vermicelli and bánh mì are highlights.
Mon‑Sat 11 am-10 pm. Entrées: $3‑$10. WA, LP. Car