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
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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