DINING
TEA HOUSE
PANDA TEA With a cheerful and bright atmosphere, this fun Asian tea shop serves flavourful bubble tea, milk tea and freshing, fruity slush drinks. Build onto your beverage with pudding, coconut jelly or aloe vera. Friendly staff. 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; 1041 McPhillips St, 204-505-6989, Map 2: C-3
TEA STORY The colourful, Japan-influenced interior is a place designed for lingering. Traditional tea, beautiful blooming tea and bubble tea, as well as smoothies with real fruit. Sweet or savoury heart-shaped waffle sandwiches. 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
BARN HAMMER BREWING CO A stylish industrial space in the city’ s West End. Snacks are available to purchase and visitors are welcome to order food delivery to the taproom. 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. Mon-Sat 9 am-9 pm, Sun 11 am-6 pm. Free brewery tours Sat at 1 pm. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 550 Roseberry St, 204-832-PINT( 7468), Map 2: D-3
LITTLE BROWN JUG Sleek taproom inside a renovated Exchange District heritage building blends bare bones industrial design with sleek finishes. All brewing equipment is completely exposed. Mon-Sat 12 pm-9 pm. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 336 William Ave, 204-500-0441, Map 1: O-3
STONE ANGEL BREWING CO Visit the taproom to try four core beers and a rotating selection of seasonal beers and ciders. Every Saturday they pour exactly 60 glasses of an exclusive experimental brew. Wed-Thu 3:30 pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 12 pm-11pm, Sun 2pm-6pm. 9-1875 Pembina Hwy, 204-226-1361, Map 2: F-4
TORQUE BREWING CO Warm vibes and ever changing seasonal beers make this bright space a welcoming place to linger. Sample four different core brews as well as a changing selection of seasonals. 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 A 15,000 square foot industrial building is the setting for a large selection of house-made 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 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 inside a renovated home serves belly-filling Laotian specialties spiked with uncommon ingredients like black fungus mushroom and 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
SIAM THAI For nearly 20 years, this small suburban ethnic eatery focuses its cuisine on central Thailand and uses the freshest produce. Mon-Thu 11:30 am-9 pm, Fri 11:30 am-10 pm, Sat 4 pm-10 pm, Sun 12 pm-9 pm. Entrées: $ 11- $ 15. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 587 St. Anne’ s Rd, 204-254-7765, Map 2: E-5
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
VIETNAMESE
BANH MI KING Order at the counter at this spot near the University of Winnipeg that offers trendy takes on Vietnamese fare. 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
PHO # 1 A charming Vietnamese noodle soup house frequented by the young, families, and business crowd. Soups are go-to picks from the massive menu. 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
PHO HOANG The pho at this chic 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 West End hot spot serves traditional favourites like deluxe vermicelli and bánh mì are highlights. Shrimp and sour soup and sweet and savoury stewed basa also get top marks. 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
38 where. ca JULY / AUGUST 2018