DINING
403-263-0848 . Map 3 , I8 www . oysterbar . ca
LA LUNA ROSSA Fine Italian dining in Calgary . Family owned and operated for over 30 years . Fresh local products with an exceptional wine list . Entrees : $$$ 2404 Edmonton Tr NE , 403-270-0707 . Map 2 , B3
OCEANA Presents a large selection of seafood , steaks , stir-fries , pastas and oysters in a stylish , contemporary setting . River-front location where the former La Caille used to be . Reservations recommended . Entrees : $$$$ 101 - 7 St SW , 403-245-8787 . Map 3 , E6 www . oceanacalgary . com
SPANISH & PORTUGUESE BARCELONA TAVERN A Spanish-influenced restaurant and lounge with tapas plates designed for sharing , plus a good selection of hearty western entrees . Their Gin & Tonic bar boasts some great classic and creative cocktails , and there ’ s a solid list of international wines . A great spot for happy hour . Entrees $$$ 501 - 8 Ave SW , 403-265-6555 . Map 3 , I5 www . barcelonatavern . com
LAS CANARIAS Traditional Spanish dishes , tapas , sangria and patio seating . Entrees $$ 1129 - 17 Ave SW , 403-475-4165 . Map 1 , H5 www . lascanarias . ca
OX BAR DE TAPAS A contemporary eatery offering classic Spanish small plates , with a full bar and brunch menu . 528 - 17 Ave SW , 403-457-1432 . www . oxtapas . com
STEAK BUCHANAN ’ S CHOP HOUSE AND WHISKY BAR Its chophouse menu features steaks and chops as well as fresh seafood . Drink menu features over 20 varieties of wine by the glass and over 200 single-malt whiskies . Entrees : $$$ 738 - 3 Ave SW , 403-261-4646 . Map 2 , D2 www . buchanans . ca
Fine Chinese Cuisine Since 1966
• Large selection of Dim Sum served daily from trolley carts
• Extensive menu , live seafood , Cantonese & Szechuan dishes
• Take out , delivery and catering services
• Dim Sum , Lunch , Dinner Open 7 days a week and all holidays .
106 - 3 Avenue SE • Chinatown
403-264-5326 silverdragoncalgary . com
109 Spray Avenue , Banff
403-762-3939 silverdragonbanff . ca
CAESAR ’ S STEAK HOUSE & LOUNGE A Calgary classic for top-notch steak . Undeniably old school , Caesar ’ s has been captivating diners since 1972 . Featuring some of the finest beef Alberta has to offer , aged a minimum of 28 days for enhanced taste and optimum tenderness . All steaks are cut individually to order , seasoned with house spices and you can watch your steak charbroiled on an open flame grill for ideal flavour . Enjoy the art of classic service including table-side dishes such as Chateaubriand , Steak Diane , Caesar Salad , classic cocktails and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list ensure a memorable experience . Entrees : $$$ Downtown : 512 - 4 Ave SW , 403-264-1222 . Map 2 , D3 Willow Park : 110 , 10816 Macleod Tr S , 403-278-3930 . Map 1 , L6 www . caesarssteakhouse . com
CHARCUT ROAST HOUSE A contemporary cuisine hot spot serving phenomenal rotisserie and charbroiled meat dishes . Excellent cocktail menu . Entrees : $$$ 899 Centre St SW , 403-984-2180 . Map 2 , F5 www . charcut . com
HY ’ S STEAKHOUSE The steaks at Hy ’ s are the focal point , as they are cut in-house from specially selected Prime beef , aged a minimum of 28 days and grilled to order . Looking for something else ? Choose from their extensive list of house specialties for lunch or dinner . Entrees : $$$ 407 - 8 Ave SW , 403-663-3363 . Map 2 , F3 www . hyssteakhouse . com
MINAS BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE Traditional Brazilian restaurant featuring tableside carved meats , classic sides and sleek decor . 136 - 2 St SW , 403-454-2550 . minassteakhouse . com
MODERN STEAK Modern Steak combines steakhouse and cocktail lounge . The eye-catching design complements the menu , which features steak from local farms . Enjoy from the casual upper dining level or the lower intimate lounge area , complete with the bar , wrap-around leather sofas and a private back room . A second location is opening soon on Stephen Avenue . Entrees : $$$ 107 - 10A St NW , 403-670-6873 . Map 1 . G5 www . modernsteak . ca
PAMPA BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE Inspired by the rodizio tableside dining tradition of South America , waiters go from table to table with long skewers of rotisserie meats , including chicken , lamb , pork , and various cuts of beef along with an all-you-can-eat salad bar . 521 - 10 St SW , 587-354-3441 . Map 2 , G3 www . pampasteakhouse . com
VINTAGE CHOPHOUSE & TAVERN This upscale steak house boasts fine dining and exceptional steaks . Handcrafted cocktails are set to live local jazz and blues bands every Friday and Saturday night . For an eclectic dining experience , take a seat , or sip , inside their semiprivate Beringer Room , located inside an enormous wine barrel . Entrees : $$$ 320 - 11 Ave SW , 403-262-7262 . Map 2 , F5 www . vintagechophouse . com
THAI CHILI CLUB THAI HOUSE This small , beautifully decorated Thai restaurant offers an extensive menu of complex and spicy dishes . 1904 - 36 St SW , 403-217-8862 . Map 1 , G4
DE THAI CUISINE The new venture from the owners of the renowned Thai Nongkhai offers fresh , authentic Thai food . Try the candied chicken or spicy drunken noodles . Entrees : $$ 101 , 2215 - 33 Ave SW , 403-705-2203 . Map 1 , H5 www . dethaicuisine . com
KHAO SAN THAI KITCHEN The menu covers several Thai classics including curries and noodle dishes . Try the signature braised short ribs with massaman curry and coconut milk . 1314 – 17 Ave SW , 587-353-2668 . Map 2 , G3 www . khaosanthaikitchen . ca
ROSE GARDEN THAI RESTAURANT The traditional Thai cuisine gets four stars from Louis B . Hobson of the Calgary Sun and a Restaurant of the Week mention in the Calgary Herald . Fantastic lunch buffet . Reservations recommended . Entrees : $$ 112 - 8 Ave SW , 403-264-1988 . Map 3 , F6
THAI NONGKHAI Traditional Thai cuisine with a large menu and numerous vegetarian choices . Entrees : $$ 7400 Macleod Tr SE , 403-705-3329 . Map 1 , J6
THAI SA-ON Serving Thai cuisine for more than 18 years . Endorsed and certified by Thailand ’ s Department of Export Promotion Ministry of Commerce for Authentic Thai Food . Large wine list . Entrees : $$$ 351 - 10 Ave SW , 403-264-3526 . Map 3 , G6 www . thai-sa-on . com
WHITE ELEPHANT CUISINE Authentic Thai cuisine near the Calgary International Airport . Ingredients are flown in twice weekly from Thailand , including seafood from the Phuket Islands . Entrees : $$ 1808 - 19 St NE , 403-464-8558 . Map 1 , F7 www . whiteelephantcuisine . com
VEGETARIAN THE COUP This trendy vegetarian and vegan bistro serves creative entrees and drinks . Entrees : $$ 924 - 17 Ave SW , 403-541-1041 . Map 2 , I1 www . thecoup . ca
VEG-IN YYC Vegan and vegetarian homemade , natural cuisine including burgers , burritos , and flatbreads . 215 - 6 Ave SE , 587-351-5253 . Map 2 , E6 www . veginyyc . com
VIETNAMESE BAGOLAC SAIGON Extensive menu of Vietnamese specialties includes noodle soups , grilled brochettes , sate soups , rice bowls , vermicelli . Vegetarian dishes . Entrees : $$ 6130 - 1A St SW , 403-252-5588 . Map 1 , I6
BOLSA A charming , family run restaurant with warm decor , tropical fish and attentive service . Extensive menu of pho and rice vermicelli dishes , as well as standalones such as beef stew . Excellent salad rolls . Entrees : $$ 180 - 94 Ave SE , 403-255-3777 . Map 1 , K6
NAM VIETNAMESE A hip little place with pho , vermicelli and rice bowls , and beer . Fiasco Gelato and Cru Juice are also available . 1023 - 8 St SW , 587-352-8881 . www . namvk . com
ORIENTAL PHOENIX A varied menu offers everything from rice vermicelli , meats and seafood to vegetarian dishes . Innovative salad rolls ( lemon grass chicken , pork with black pepper ), spicy main dishes like prawns in coconut curry . Reservations recommended . Entrees : $$ 104 - 58 Ave SE , 403-253-8189 . Map 1 , I6 401 - 9 Ave SW , 403-262-3633 . Map 3 , F5
THI THI VIETNAMESE SUBMARINE Exclusively serves Vietnamese subs like sate chicken , beef , spicy rib and vegetarian . Wide variety of toppings . Entrees : $ 209 - 1 St SE , 403-265-5452 . Map 3 , C7
WATERCRESS EXPRESS A casual , modern take on Vietnamese food with dishes like pork cheek bao and its already-famous kim chi fried rice . 1322 - 17 Ave SW , 403-455-6222 .
WINEBARS VIN ROOM Wines are available by the ounce so you can sample before deciding on a glass or bottle . Minors are allowed . Entrees : $$ 2310 - 4 St SW , 403-457-5522 . Map 1 , H6 www . vinroom . com
WINEBAR KENSINGTON Chic wine bar and bistro in the bohemian Kensington district . Diverse selection of wine , spirits , beer , champagne and finger foods . Mains include duck confit and poached prawns . Entrees : $$ 1131 Kensington Rd NW , 403-457-1144 . Map 2 , D3
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