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Chop Steakhouse & Bar
Sandman Hotel and Suites
Winnipeg Airport, 1750 Sargent Ave,
204‑788‑2015. The shades‑of‑grey
interior in this stylish and swanky
steakhouse boasts in‑house butcher
and pastry chef. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
529 Wellington Steakhouse
529 Wellington Cres, 204‑487‑8325.
A renovated historic mansion offers
grand style along with top Canadian
prime beef. Over 800 wine list
selections draws the city’s toniest
clientele. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Hy’s Steakhouse
1 Lombard Pl, 204‑942‑1000. A classic
Winnipeg establishment, comfortably
opulent with traditional dark
panelling. The Canadian prime rib is
outstanding. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
The Keg Steakhouse & Bar
115 Garry St, 204‑942‑7619;
2034 McGillivray Blvd, 204‑477‑5300;
2553 Portage Ave, 204‑885‑5275.
The Keg delivers sizzling steaks
off the grill, rock lobster tails and
Alaskan king crab in a friendly, casual
atmosphere. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Rae & Jerry’s
1405 Portage Ave, 204‑783‑6155.
Little has changed this steakhouse
since its inception in 1957. Old school
favourites like liver dinners and prime
rib sandwiches are superior. WA, LP,
SP, A, IA, M, V
Taprooms
Barn Hammer Brewing Co
595 Wall St, barnhammerbrewing.ca.
A stylish industrial space in the West
End houses this welcoming taproom.
Sample six signature beers and two
experimental flavours. LP, A, IA, M, V
Half Pints Brewing Co
550 Roseberry St, 204‑832‑PINT
(7468). Four flagship beers and
seasonal specialties are on tap for
sipping by taster or draught, or filling
a growler to go. Free brewery tours on
Saturdays. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Little Brown Jug
336 William Ave, 204‑500‑0441. Sleek
taproom inside a renovated Exchange
District heritage space, with an open
concept design that gives visitors a
view of the brewery. WA, LP, A, IA,
M, V
Torque Brewing Co
330‑830 King Edward St,
204‑941‑1723. Sample four different
tried‑and‑true brews as well as a
changing selection of varieties like
Barleywine and Russian Imperial
Stout, which are available only at the
brewery. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Trans Canada Brewing Co
1‑1290 Kenaston Blvd, 204‑666‑2337.
Brand new spacious brewpub offers
large selection of in‑house beers
along with fresh pizza and appetizers
from pizzeria. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Tea house
Garden Path Tea House
5607 Main St, 204‑334‑4919. Tea
house located on two acres of gardens
and ponds. Includes indoor dining
room. At Lower Fort Garry Garden
Centre. WA, SP, A, IA, M, V
Tea Story
224 Osborne St, 204‑477‑1102. Bright
and playful Japan‑influenced space
boasts an extensive list of flowering,
aged, organic, and bubble teas. WA,
A, IA, M, V
Panda Tea
2999 Pembina Hwy, 204‑504‑8299.
Bustling south end tea room serves
bubble tea in flavours like passionfruit,
red bean, and taro. IA, M, V
Thai
Bangkok Thai
100 Osborne St, 2nd floor,
204‑474‑0908. Located within the
beautiful courtyard at the corner of
Osborne and River, this sunlit room
creates the perfect setting for exotic
Thai dishes served on decorated
silver tableware. LP, IA, M, V
Sabai Thai Eatery
1113 Corydon Ave, 204‑888‑6508. The
succinct menu at this neighbourhood
hot spot has popular standbys as well
as a few contemporary house specials
like pickerel cheeks in rich peanut‑
sesame sauce. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V
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