DINING
TAPROOMS
BARNHAMMER BREWING CO A stylish industrial space in the city ’ s West End , this welcoming taproom offers the brewery ’ s six signature beers , including local winter favourite the “ Grandpa ’ s Sweater ” oatmeal stout , and two experimental flavours . 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 COMPANY 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 This brand new brewery boasts a trendy taproom inside its renovated Exchange District heritage space . Industrial decor mixes weathered wood with gleaming subway tile , with an open concept design that gives visitors a view of the brewery . Growlers and pints available of signature beer 1919 , a malty , double-fermented Belgian Pale Ale . 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 New brewery came out of the gate running , on track to put out more than 1 million litres of beer in its first year . Sample four different tried-and-true brews in the taproom , as well as a changing selection of varieties like Barleywine and Russian Imperial Stout available 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 : D-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
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
DALAT Highlights among the almost 200 menu choices are hot and sour soup , ginger-fried beef and shrimp with lemongrass . Mon-Fri 11:30 am-10 pm , Sat & Sun noon- 10 pm . Entrées : $ 4- $ 15 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 2‐1170 Taylor Ave , 204-895‐3222 . Map 2 : E‐3
PHO # 1 Charming Vietnamese noodle soup house frequented by the young , families , and suits from downtown . 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 and operated West End hot spot . 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
WORLD FOOD
Reflecting Winnipeg ’ s ethnocultural diversity , this category represents our top choices from the many small , primarily family‐run restaurants in town . The decor at most of these is simple and / or the location is out of the way . However , each restaurant represents food from the owner ’ s culture , with sometimes astonishingly low prices that reflect the simplicity of the service and surroundings , not the quality of the food .
Vietnamese : BAHN MI KING Order at the counter spot near the University of Winnipeg 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
Filipino : BISITA Comforting Filipino cuisine in a warm and welcoming atmosphere . Crispy pork belly sliders topped with an oozing , golden quail egg on a pandesal bun are a fusion food must-try . Lunch : Tue-
Sun 11 am-2 pm , Dinner : Tue-Sat 6 pm-10 pm , Sun 6 pm-9 pm . Entrées : $ 11- $ 18 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 637 Corydon Ave , 204‐615‐7423 , Map 1 : T-2
Southeast Asian / Laotian : BOUN ’ S An extensive stirfry menu offers the best in Southeast Asian spices and curries . The Laotian grill serves up shrimp , pork and beef short ribs in signature garlic and soy barbeque sauce . Lunch : Mon-Fri 11 am-2 pm , Dinner : Mon-Sat 4 pm-8:30 pm . Entrées : $ 8- $ 12 . WA , LP . Cards : IA , MC , V . 4‐208 Marion St , 204‐231‐3005 , Map 1 : R-6
Salvadoran : LA FIESTA CAFECITO Salvadoran dishes found inside a bright room festooned with vacation‐inspired decor . Menu offers combo platters and exotic fruit drinks . Tue-Thu 4 pm-9 pm , Fri & Sat 4 pm‐10 pm . Entrées : $ 11- $ 19 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : IA , MC , V . 730 St . Anne ’ s Rd , 204‐257‐7108 , Map 2 : F-5
Ethiopian : GOHE Rich doro wat and vibrant lentil stews are highlights at this popular spot . Combo platters are perfect for sampling with a group . Sun , Tue-Thu 12 pm-9 pm , Fri-Sat 12 pm-10 pm . Entrées : $ 12- $ 14 . Cards : IA , M , V . 595 Notre Dame Ave , 204‐414‐1529 , Map 1 : N-2
Laotian : 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
Ethiopian : KOKEB Expect warm hospitality at this recently relocated gem . Traditional stews with split peas , lentils and cabbage are served . Be sure to try a cup of vibrant Ethiopian coffee . Tues‐Sun 11:30 am‐midnight . Entrées : $ 2- $ 11 . LP . Cards : IA , V , MC . 266 Edmonton St , 204-784‐9267 , Map 1 : P-3
Vietnamese : MAMA ’ S NOODLE HOUSE This bustling soup house dishes out steaming bowls of soup including pho special with barbeque pork . Open daily 11 am-3 am . Entrées : $ 7- $ 11 . WA , LP . Cards : IA , M , V . 141 McPhillips St , 204‐783‐4847 , Map 2 : C-3
Vietnamese : THANH HUONG French‐accented North Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine . The satay beef noodle soup is satisfying . Mon 11 am-3 pm , Tue-Sat 11 am-10 pm , Sun 11:30 am-9 pm . Entrées : $ 6- $ 40 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 534 Sargent Ave , 204‐774-8888 , Map 1 : O-2
Asia is the new geographic muse for chefs of all stripes looking to add umami to their flavour repetoire . Pho from Mama ’ s Noodle House ( above ) is a hot commodity .
BEST GLOBAL PANCAKES
Pancakes take myriad forms around the world . It seems that nearly every global culture has its own time-honoured version of a thin , cake-like dish cooked on a griddle .
Find traditional Jewish latkes at Sherbrook Street Delicatessen , just like Bubbe used to make . 102 Sherbrook St , 204‐615‐3354 , Map 1 : R-1
Devour the German-style giant apple pancake ( pictured ) at The Original Pancake House . This pancake is oven baked until puffy and golden and topped with a dusting of cinnamon . The Forks Market , 204-947‐5077 , Map 1 : Q-5 ; 1049 Pembina Hwy , 204-452‐1040 , Map 2 : E-4 ; 2220 McGillivray Blvd , 204‐489-2885 , Map 2 : G-3 ; Clarion Hotel , 1445 Portage Ave , 204-775‐9035 , Map 2 : D-3
Classic French cooking at Resto Gare includes soft , delicate crêpes . Savoury crêpes aux èpinards hold a melange of sautéed mushrooms , spinach , and Swiss chard with creamy chèvre . 630 Des Meurons St , 204‐237‐7072 , Map 1 : P-6
Scallion pancakes from North Garden have a golden exterior , with bites revealing a soft , fragrant centre . 6-33 University Cres , 204‐275‐2591 , Map 2 : F-4
Japanese-style crepes at Kawaii Crepe layer fun flavour combinations , like Snickers-inspired caramel , chocolate , and nuts , between crispy folds for a hand-held snack . 201-99 Osborne St , 204‐415‐2833 , Map 1 : S-3 ; 1220 St . Mary ’ s Rd , Unit D , 204‐691‐3700 , Map 2 : F-4
PHOTOS : BRIAN GOULD ( GIANT APPLE PANCAKE )
38 where . ca MARCH / APRIL 2017