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dining
TEA STORY The colourful, Japan-influenced interior 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. For eats, try 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
SUPERB
CHINESE
CUISINE
Winnipeg’s favourite
Chinese recipes served
in a contemporary
and warm atmosphere.
BARN HAMMER BREWING CO This stylish industrial
taproom offers the brewery’s six signature beers 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
Ma Po Tofu
(#74)
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. 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, with not even a
transparent barrier between drinkers and the hectalitre
system. 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 as well as a changing selection of varieties like
Barleywine and Russian Imperial Stout. 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 Trans Canada Brewing Co. The 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
www.northgardenwinnipeg.com
6-33 University Crescent [phone]
Mon-Sat 10 am-11:30 pm, Sun 10 am-10:30 pm
Winnipeg’s Best Selection
thai/Laotian
BANGKOK THAI Located in a beautiful courtyard at
the corner of Osborne and River, this elegant sunlit
room is the perfect setting for exotic Thai dishes. Try the
chicken in a rich and savoury peanut sauce. 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 and pan-Asian specialties
spiked with uncommon ingredients. Offers elevated
versions of traditional dishes, like laap made with chicken
liver mousse. 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
vietnamese
BAHN MI KING Order-at-the-counter spot near
the University of Winnipeg offers trendy takes on
Vietnamese fare. Bahn mi sandwiches in several
varieties, as well as creative 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
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. Also
serves Japanese and Chinese style noodle soups, chow
mein, and vermicelli bowls. 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
Cubans,
Hondurans,
Nicaraguans,
Dominicans,
Rare Tobaccos,
Pipes, and much,
much more!
Purchase Worry Free
Cuban purchases allowed
across USA/Canada border
185 Carlton St. 204-942-0203
www.thtlwinnipeg.com
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