DINING
STEAK & SEAFOOD
529 WELLINGTON STEAKHOUSE The toniest steakhouse in town, this renovated historical mansion has taken local dining to grand new heights. Top Canadian prime beef is used and the head of the class is a 22-ounce porterhouse. The excellent wine list has more than 800 selections and the blueberry bread pudding is legendary. Lunch Mon-Sat 11:30 am-2 pm; dinner Mon-Sat 5 pm-11 pm, Sun 5 pm-9 pm. Entrées: $ 15- $ 50. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 529 Wellington Cres, 204-487‐8325, Map 1: S-2
CARNE ITALIAN CHOPHOUSE Sleek downtown chophouse blends Italian and steakhouse influences in a haute atmosphere. Chef Michael Daquisto’ s meat focused menu includes premium steak alongside entrées like veal marsala and an array of pastas. Raw bar offers fresh oysters and crudos with unique flavour profiles. Open for lunch Tue-Fri 11:30 am-1:30 pm, for dinner Mon- Wed 5 pm-10 pm, Thu 5 pm-11 pm, Sat-Sun 5 pm-12 am. Entrées: $ 26- $ 92. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 295 York Ave, 204‐896‐7275, Map 1: P-4
CHOP This stylish steakhouse— from the restaurant team behind Moxie’ s— oozes sex appeal. The shades-ofgrey interior is made up of natural materials like slate, leather and marble. Located in the Sandman Hotel, this swanky restaurant boasts an in-house butcher and a pastry chef. Mon-Thu 11 am‐12 am, Fri 11 am-1 am, Sat 4 pm-1 am, Sun 4 pm‐11 pm. Entrées: $ 22- $ 40. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 1750 Sargent Ave, 204‐788‐2015, Map 2: C‐3
HY’ S STEAKHOUSE A tried and true classic Winnipeg establishment for 60 years, located at the city’ s famous Portage and Main intersection. The atmosphere is comfortably opulent with traditional dark panelling. Perfectly aged steaks and Canadian prime rib are outstanding. Try the New York strip with Hy’ s special steak sauce. Other favourites include filet mignon with Gorgonzola and steak neptune topped with blue crab and hollandaise. Mon-Fri 11:30 am‐2 pm and 5 pm-10 pm; Sat 5 pm-11 pm; Sun 5 pm-9 pm; lounge is open during restaurant closure from 2 pm-5 pm Mon-Fri. Reservations recommended. Entrées: $ 31- $ 50. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. Valet parking. One Lombard Pl, 204-942‐1000, Map 1: O-4
THE KEG STEAKHOUSE & BAR It’ s all about consistency at this casual steakhouse chain. Sizzling steaks off the grill, slow-roasted prime rib, rock lobster tails and Alaskan king crab are delivered in a friendly, casual atmosphere. Excellent service and elegant decor at all locations. 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
Restaurant & Lounge
WINNIPEG’ S DOWNTOWN DINING DESTINATION
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RAE & JERRY’ S STEAK HOUSE A staple on the Winnipeg dining scene, Rae & Jerry’ s has changed little since its inception in 1957. This steakhouse is famous for its 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
TEA HOUSE
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 The colourful, Japan-influenced interior of this new Confusion Corner eatery is a place designed for lingering. A wide menu of traditional tea is rounded out with beautiful blooming tea and many flavours of bubble tea, which can also be made into smoothies with real fruit. For eats, try 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
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