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No dinner drinks: City balks at outdoor libations at new Brazilian grill

Developers looking to convert the historic Woman’s Building into an upscale three-level venue are feeling the wrath of the city’s new “get tough” attitude toward downtown nightlife.

Patrons of the Samba Brazilian Grill at 240 W. Gilman St. will be able to dine outdoors, but they won’t be able enjoy a glass of wine with their meal — at least initially.