DINING
available . Entrees : $$ 2210 - 4 St SW , 403-802-0036 . Map 1 , H6 www . bistrosuzette . ca
FUSION & GLOBAL ALLOY This elegant dining room with a sleek , white interior serves upscale cuisine with Latin American , Mediterranean , and Asian influences . Entrees : $$$$ 220 - 42 Ave SE , 403-287-9255 . Map 1 , I6 www . alloydining . com
CACTUS CLUB CAFÉ Casual fusion fare in a laidback atmosphere . Menu includes Jambalaya rice bowl , ravioli + prawn trio , certified angus beef steaks and key lime pie . Entrees : $$ 2612 - 39 Ave NE , 403-250-1120 . Map 1 , E8 7010 Macleod Tr SE , 403-255-1088 . Map 1 , J6 www . cactusclubcafe . com
FOREIGN CONCEPT The menu offers modern takes on Asian food and an exceptional cocktail list . 1011 - 1 St SW , 403-719-7288 . Map 2 , G5 www . foreignconcept . ca
PAPER ST Street food from around the world is highlighted here , from Cubano sandwiches to ramen burgers to turkey wings . 630 - 8 Ave SW , 403-457-2700 . www . paperstyyc . com
RAW BAR Located in the hip Hotel Arts , Raw Bar features an Asian fusion menu . It also features a cutting-edge cocktail menu . Entrees : $$$ 119 - 12 Ave SW , 403-266-4611 . Map 2 , H5 www . rawbaryyc . ca
WHITEHALL Chef Neil McCue brings the flavours of Britain across the pond , with a local , seasonal , twist , to this beautiful fine dining restaurant . Love gin ? Their cocktail experts will make you something special at their gin bar . 24 - 4 St NE , 587-349-9008 . Map 2 , C8 www . whitehallrestaurant . com
INDIAN MOTI MAHAL Based on the cuisine of Northern India , this tapestry-hung dining room features curries and the specialty chicken tikka with spicy yogurt and tomato sauce . Entrees : $$$ 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 : $$ 2424 - 4 St SW , 403-245-0181 . Map 1 , H6 www . rajdoot . ca
ITALIAN 500 CUCINA This modern Inglewood hotspot serves authentic Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist made with local and fresh ingredients . Be sure to sit on the patio in the warmer months . 1003 - 9 Ave SE , 403-460-0797 . Map 1 , H7 www . 500cucina . com
BOCCE A beautiful space that serves fresh Italian fare including a delectable antipasti board with cured meats and artisanal cheeses . Order some of their delicious pizzas with authentic tiramisu for dessert . Gluten free options are available . Entrees : $$ 2207 - 4 St SW , 403-516-6162 . Map 1 , H5 www . eatbocce . ca
BONTERRA TRATTORIA Italian peasant cuisine served in a trattoria setting . Extensive wine and spirits selection . Lovely courtyard patio . Reservations recommended . Entrees : $$$ 1016 - 8 St SW , 403-262-8480 . Map 2 , G2 www . bonterra . ca
Grab a drink and soak up some sun at the Rooftop Bar @ the Simmons . The eatery has views of the downtown skyline and Bow River . rtbsimmons . ca
CENTINI A fine Italian dining room serving dishes such as braised oxtail soup , goat cheese cannelloni and milk-fed veal with spaghetti agilo olio . Lounge . Entrees : $$$$ 160 - 8 Ave SE , 403-269-1600 . Map 3 , F7
CIBO Cibo features contemporary decor and a menu of classic Italian fare including pizza and pasta . Entrees : $$ 1012 - 17 Ave SW , 403-984-4755 . Map 2 , I1 www . cibocalgary . com
COTTO ITALIAN COMFORT FOOD A welcoming , rustic space combined with Italian classics like spaghetti carbonara , a pappardelle ragu , and bruschetta . Entrees $$ 314 - 10 St NW , 587-356-4088 .
Map 2 , B1 cottoyyc . com
TEATRO Elegant , contemporary Italian dining in the historic Dominion Bank building on Olympic Plaza features local organic produce and game . Extensive wine selection . Reservations recommended . Entrees : $$$ 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
HAPA IZAKAYA While this sleek Japanese restaurant serves up a great bowl of ramen , that ’ s not all they can do . Try one of their rice bowls such as the Chipotle Beef Curry Ishi-Yaki , which consists of slow braised beef , mozzarella cheese , rice and egg thrown together with chipotle curry and served in a hot stone bowl . Entrees : $$ 816 – 11 Ave SW , 403-452-6737 . Map 2 , G2 www . hapaizakaya . com
HANA SUSHI Traditional Japanese cuisine , try the house specialty , Hana Bento , with noodles , salad , a meat dish of your choice , sushi and rice . Also complete dinners and a barbecue at the sushi bar , grilling favourites such as chicken yakitori , Japanese-style green peppers and a selection of seafood including squid , hokke , saba and aji . Entrees : $$ 1803 - 4 St SW , 403-229-1499 . Map 2 , G5
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
KI MODERN JAPANESE Traditional Japanese fare with contemporary fusion flair in a sumptuous setting . Entrees : $$ 308 - 4 Ave SW , 403-364-1133 . Map 2 , D4 www . kikijapanese . ca
SHIKI MENYA A hip ramen bar that makes just enough homemade broth for about 125 bowls per day . They close when they run out , usually around 3 - 4 pm . 827 - 1 Ave NE , 403-454-2722 . Map 2 , B10 www . shikimenya . ca
SHOKUNIN A casual , lively restaurant with a focus on fire-grilled meats and street food-style sharing plates . 2016 - 4 St SW , 403-229-3444 . www . shokuninyyc . ca
SUSHI BAR ZIPANG A sophisticated sushi bar . The decor is minimalist and eclectic , the menu elaborate . Start with octopus and cucumber with kimchi sauce and move on to nigiri sushi and maki rolls such as the house special with salmon , tuna and prawn . Entrees : $$ 1010 - 1 Ave NE , 403-262-1888 . Map 2 , B10 www . zipang . com
KOREAN ANJU RESTAURANT & LOUNGE A hip , contemporary take on Korean cuisine , with an emphasis on tapasstyle dishes . Entrees include oxtail tortellini , ramen soup with pork belly and spicy cured blue crab . The sizzling stone rice bowl is highly recommended . Entrees : $$$ 344 - 17 Ave SW , 403-460-3341 . Map 2 , I4 www . anju . ca
BOW BULGOGI HOUSE A no-frills , family-run Korean barbecue house serving heaping portions of bulgogi ( flame-grilled strips of marinated beef , pork or chicken ). Entrees : $$ 3515A - 17 Ave SW , 403-686-6826 . Map 1 , H5
KOREAN VILLAGE Tucked behind the Calgary Tower , they serve kimchee , beef barbecue ( bulgogi ) and gobdol bibimbup ( vegetables , seasoned beef , fried egg and Korean-style spicy sauce over rice ). Licensed . Parking in front . Entrees : $$ 101 - 10 Ave SE , 403-269-7940 . Map 3 , G7
NANTA KARAOKE & BAR Belt out your favourite tunes on the main stage at this karaoke joint , or get a private room and sing your heart out to a selection of English or Korean songs . Food is available , with a full menu of Korean cuisine . 512 - 6 St SW , 403-262-9783 . Map 3 , E4
OLIVE CHICKEN Downtown takeout and dine-in eatery with Korean-style crispy fried chicken . Hailed as the best “ KFC ” ( Korean fried chicken ) in the city . Tue - Sun . Entrees : $$ 1324 - 10 Ave SW , 403-457-4649 . Map 3 , F1
LOUNGES BAR C Casual , upscale bar featuring uniquely Canadian and innovative drink lists . The restaurant has a strong regional focus , and head chef Lancelot Menteiro incorporates meat and produce from CRMR ’ s own game ranch in menu items like game meat balls , buffalo rib-eye and elk tenderloin carpaccio . Entrees : $$ 340 - 17 Ave SW , 403-984-3667 . Map 2 , I4 www . bar-c . ca
OAK ROOM The upscale lounge in the grand Fairmont Palliser Hotel features an impressive drink menu includes cocktails , sparkling wine , Chambord and Canadian ice wine . Tapas , snacks and bistro cuisine available until 11:30 pm . Entrees : $$$ 133 - 9 Ave SW , 403-262-1234 . www . fairmont . com / palliser
ONE18 EMPIRE Find yourself in a Mad Men state of mind when you enter this distinguished whiskey bar and restaurant across from the Calgary Tower . Order up an old fashioned alongside your meal , just like Don Draper would do . Entrees : $$$ 820 Centre St SE , 403-269-0299 . Map 2 , F5 www . one18empire . com
TOWNSHIP BAR & GRILL A sleek , casual restaurant for enjoying an after work drink and upscale pub fare . 250 - 6 Ave SW , 403-265-3837 . Map 2 , E5 www . townshipbarandgrill . com
MEXICAN & SOUTHWESTERN AÑEJO RESTAURANT An upscale tequila bar featuring 90 premium tequilas and a locally sourced , contemporary Mexican menu . Entrees : $$ 2 , 2116 – 4 St SW , 587-353-2656 . Map 1 , H6 www . anejo . ca
CHILI ’ S BAR AND GRILL An American Tex Mex chain of restaurants serving hearty classics including fajitas , enchiladas , and burritos . Craft burgers , fresh salads , and a selection of mouthwatering desserts are also available . 2480 - 37 Ave NE , 403-291-0520 . Map 1 , F8 1632 - 14 Ave NW , 403-210-2438 . Map 1 , G5 4307 - 130 Ave SE , 403-474-4159 . Map 1 , M8 282 - 100 Anderson Rd SE , 403-225-2150 . Map 1 , L6 www . chilis . com
TIP
Pancakes are the staple breakfast during The Calgary Stampede . Join in the fun at one of countless free pancake breakfasts served throughout the city , before you head to the grounds . stampedebreakfast . ca
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