Where Calgary Magazine Jan/Feb 2018 | Page 32

DINING RAW BAR Located in the hip Hotel Arts, Raw Bar features an Asian fusion menu. It also features a cutting-edge cocktail menu. Entrees: $$$ 119 - 12 Ave SW, 403-266-4611. Map 2, H5 www.rawbaryyc.ca “In a city where beef is King, Caesar’s Steakhouse is a Calgary tradition.” TWO PENNY Two Penny Restaurant serves familiar, family-style Chinese dining on the main floor and hosts The Tea House—a dim sum and cocktail bar—on the lower level. 1213 - 1 St SW, 403-474-7766. Map 2, H5 www.twopenny.ca WHITEHALL Chef Neil McCue brings the flavours of Britain across the pond, with a local, seasonal, twist, to this beautiful fine dining restaurant. Love gin? Their cocktail experts will make you something special at their gin bar. 24 - 4 St NE, 587-349-9008. Map 2, C8 www.whitehallrestaurant.com INDIAN CALCUTTA CRICKET CLUB Bengali cuisine is the focus at this new spot with the menu covering off everything from bar snacks to curries, along with a few large-format dishes such as a bison biryani. 340 - 17 Ave SW, 403-719-1555. www.calcuttacricketclub.com Downtown | 512 4 Avenue SW | 403-264-1222 Willow Park | 110, 10816 Macleod Trail SE | 403-278-3930 caesarssteakhouse.com MOTI MAHAL Based on the cuisine of Northern India, this tapestry-hung dining room features curries and the specialty chicken tikka with spicy yogurt and tomato sauce. Entrees: $$$ 1805 - 14 St SW, 403-228-9990. Map 2, G3 38, 240 Midpark Way SE, 403-201-7336. Map 1, M6 RAJDOOT Menu items are prepared in clay ovens. Halal meat dishes available, heart-smart and vegetarian selections. Daily lunch special. Entrees: $$ 2424 - 4 St SW, 403-245-0181. Map 1, H6 www.rajdoot.ca ITALIAN Delicious Inglewood Caesar’s Steakhouse in & Lounge Rouge Restaurant BONTERRA TRATTORIA Italian peasant cuisine served in a trattoria setting. Extensive wine and spirits selection. Lovely courtyard patio. Reservations recommended. Entrees: $$$ 1016 - 8 St SW, 403-262-8480. Map 2, G2 www.bonterra.ca COTTO ITALIAN COMFORT FOOD A welcoming, rustic space combined with Italian classics like spaghetti carbonara, a pappardelle ragu, and bruschetta. Entrees $$ 314 - 10 St NW, 587-356-4088. Map 2, B1 cottoyyc.com ROUGE R e s t a u r a n t TAVERNETTA A modern take on a traditional Italian tavern. Reflecting regions across Italy from Alba to Veneto, dishes range from speidini (food on skewers) to seasonal salads and handmade pastas. 1002 Edmonton Tr NE, 403- 250-8894. www.tavernettayyc.ca TEATRO Elegant, contemporary Italian dining in the historic Dominion Bank building on Olympic Plaza features local organic produce and game. Extensive wine selection. Reservations recommended. Entrees: $$$ 200 - 8 Ave SE, 403-290-1012. Map 2, F4 www.teatro.ca JAPANESE GORO + GUN Traditional Japanese ramen bowls as well as tapas-style skewers and sushi are served at this modern, friendly noodle bar. 225 - 7 Ave SW, 403-237-5596. Map 2, E6 www.goroandgun.ca JINYA RAMEN BAR Traditional ramen with pork, chicken, and vegetable options including a creamy vegan ramen. 1800 - 4 St SW, 587-356-0721. www.jinya-ramenbar.com Silver Service Award - Les Clefs d’Or Concierge, 2017 Best Tried & True – Avenue Magazine, 2016 Best Overall – Avenue Magazine, 2015 1240 8th Ave SE, Calgary 32 where.ca 403.531.2767 JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2018 rougecalgary.com SHIKI MENYA A hip ramen bar that makes just enough homemade broth for about 125 bowls per day. They close when they run out, usually around 3 - 4 pm. 827 - 1 Ave NE, 403-454-2722. Map 2, B10 www.shikimenya.ca SHOKUNIN A casual, lively restaurant with a focus on fire- grilled meats and street food-style sharing plates. 2016 - 4 St SW, 403-229-3444. www.shokuninyyc.ca