DINING
CASUAL BUTCHER AND THE BAKER A tiny sandwich shop focused on fresh , local , high-quality ingredients . The menu also includes a selection of house-made baked goods and salads . Entrees : $ 181 , 250 - 6 Ave SW , 403-265-7765 . www . butcherbakeryyc . com
BUTTERMILK FINE WAFFLES Sleek counter-serve eatery offering signature & build-your-own waffles with sweet & savory toppings . 330 - 17 Ave SW , 403-287-9094 . www . buttermilkfinewaffles . com
HOLY GRILL A casual café with style , its specialty is gourmet burgers with toppings such as blue cheese , avocado and red onion . Entrees : $ 827 - 10 Ave SW , 403-261-9759 . Map 3 , G5
GHOSTS AND GOURMET
OCTOBER 30 - NOVEMBER 1 See Heritage Park Historical Village after dark in the Ghosts and Gourmet dinner series ( page 34 ), where you ’ ll be regaled with spooky stories while enjoying an autumn-inspired meal in the Wainwright Hotel , before stepping inside the historical homes that are purportedly haunted . The tours are conducted by expert guides and are based on eerie tales collected from staff and guests since the park first opened in the 1960s .
— Silvia Pikal
serves Canadian cuisine made with local , organic ingredients and sustainably raised meats . The chef ’ s table Sunday night dinner features new creations every week . 15979 Bow Bottom Tr SE , 403-476-1310 . Map 1 , M7 www . bvrrestaurant . com
BRIGGS KITCHEN + BAR Set in a revitalized warehouse , this eatery ’ s meaty menu features prime rib , pork belly , short ribs , and burgers . Pastas and seafood round out the options . Entrees : $$ 100 , 317 - 10 Ave SW , 587-350-5015 . Map 2 , G4 www . briggskandb . com
CHARBAR Located in the Simmons building , the sister restaurant to popular Charcut serves Argentinian-inspired cuisine such as parrilla stove-fired meats , focaccia-crust pizza , along with a selection of fresh seafood . Entrees : $$$ Simmons Building , 618 Confluence Way SE , 403-452-3115 . Map 2 , 8E www . charbar . ca
MURRIETA ’ S BAR & GRILL Located in the historic Alberta Hotel building , Murrieta ’ s beautiful interior features exposed sandstone walls and a 15-metre ( 50-foot ) mahogany bar . Upscale contemporary cuisine includes a large selection of seafood , flatbreads , pasta , beef and many more , plus an extensive list of wines by the glass . Entrees : $$$ 808 - 1 St SW , 403-269-7707 . Map 2 , F5 www . murrietas . ca
OXBOW Located in the Kensington Riverside Inn , the city ’ s only Relais & Chateaux restaurant is focused on simple , good food prepared with local , seasonal , Canadian ingredients . 1126 Memorial Dr NW , 403-228-4442 . www . kensingtonriversideinn . com
PIGEONHOLE This wine and snack bar features small plates meant for sharing over a drink . Entrees : $$$ 308 - 17 Ave SW , 403-265-7343 . Map 2 , I4 www . modelmilk . ca
PROVISION Brand new restaurant from the owners
TIP of Avec Bistro in a prime location in the beautiful Central Memorial Park . 340 - 13 Ave SW , 403-263-0766 . Map 2 , H4
ROUGE Fine dining in an Inglewood historic home . Progressive menu features home-grown ingredients plus local lamb , beef , elk and fresh seafood . The sixcourse chef ’ s tasting meal is a must-try . Reservations advised . Ample free parking . Entrees : $$$ 1240 - 8 Ave SE , 403-531-2767 . Map 1 , H6 www . rougecalgary . com
SELKIRK GRILLE The restaurant at Heritage Park Historical Village features locally sourced cuisine , organic foods , and Canadian specialties by chef Leighton Smyth . The menu is changed seasonally . Entrees : $$$ 1900 Heritage Dr SW , 403-268-8607 . Map 1 , K5 www . heritagepark . ca
SKY 360 This upscale revolving restaurant at the top of the Calgary Tower features a Rocky Mountain view . Try the Alberta beef striploin , braised lamb shank or garganelli with jumbo prawns . Entrees : $$$$ 101 - 9 Ave SW , 403-532-7966 . Map 3 , G10 sky360 . ca
STONES RESTAURANT AT CHINIKI CULTURAL CENTRE The menu at Stones Restaurant inside in the Chiniki Cultural Centre is inspired by the rich history of the Chiniki First Nation and by some of Canada ’ s finest Indigenous chefs , including recipes such as saskatoon berry soup that have been handed down for generations . Located on Trans Canada Highway at Morley Road ( Exit 131 ), 403-881-2056 . www . chinikiculturalcentre . com
TEN FOOT HENRY Enjoy fresh food in this vegetable focused , family-style restaurant , where there is something for everyone ( even the meat eaters ). Dine on dishes such as salmon , baked yams , and fresh salad , and be sure to save room for dessert . 1209 - 1 St SW , 403-475-5537 . Map 2 , H5 www . tenfoothenry . com
NANDO ’ S South African chicken , coated in a marinade made with peri-peri — an African chili pepper — and flame grilled . Sides include peri fries , classic fries , spiced rice , coleslaw and baked potato . For some variety , try one of their sharing platters . Order at the counter . Entrees : $$ 3333 - 32 Ave NE , 403-769-0610 . Map 2 , F8 www . nandoscanada . com
PETERS ’ DRIVE-IN Featuring the same menu since 1964 , this classic Calgary spot offers some of the best burgerjoint fare in town . Big portions , great milkshakes . Drivethru and walk-up windows . Cash only . Entrees : $ 219 - 16 Ave NE , 403-277-2747 . www . petersdrivein . com
PRESOTEA Choose from an array of milk tea and fruit slush before customizing your drink by choosing the temperature , sweetness , and toppings such as panda pearls or basil seeds . 614b - 17 Ave SW , 403-455-9917 . www . presotea-ab . ca
CHINESE BUDDHA ’ S VEGGIE FUSION CUISINE A former vegetarian restaurant that serves more than 200 dishes , inspired by the culinary traditions of China and Southeast Asia . Order meat or veggie versions of ginger beef , shrimp and cashews , and sweet and sour pork . Dim sum on wknds from 11 am to 2 pm . Entrees : $$ 5802 Macleod Tr SW , 403-252-8830 . Map 1 , I6
FORBIDDEN CITY This northeast restaurant serves a variety of regional Chinese and Asian dishes . Dim sum before 3 pm every day and all-you-can-eat hot pot weekday evenings . Entrees : $$ 220 , 999 - 36 St NE , 403-250-1848 . Map 1 , F8
GINGER BEEF BISTRO HOUSE With three full-service restaurants and six take-out and delivery locations across the city , this popular chain features a Northern Chinese menu . Dine-in locations serve standards such as Shanghai fried noodles , salt-and-pepper seafood and ginger beef . Dim sum is also served , and try the one- or three-course Peking duck . 400 , 388 Country Hills Blvd , NE , 403-265-1616 . Map 1 , B6 9629 Macleod Tr SW , 403-271-2233 . Map 1 , K6 309 , 3630 Brentwood Rd NW , 403-282-5090 . Map 1 , E5 www . gingerbeef . ca
SILVER DRAGON This Chinatown establishment has been around for more than 40 years . Its lengthy traditional menu is prepared by Hong Kong-trained chefs . One of the city ’ s most popular dim sum spots . Entrees : $$ 106 - 3 Ave SE , 403-264-5326 . Map 2 , E5 www . silverdragoncalgary . com
DELIS & GOURMET MARKETS COMMUNITY NATURAL FOODS Large selection of natural foods and products including organic produce , groceries , vitamins and supplements , cosmetics and bulk foods . Also sports nutrition , gluten and lactose-free
The acclaimed restaurant Modern Steak is opening a second location on Stephen Avenue this fall . For now , venture out to Kensington to sample some of the best beef available — Modern Steak even has their own Angus bull and exclusive rights to his lineage ( page 54 ).
PHOTOGRAPH : CHRIS MALLOY
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