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DINING
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
Our Banff restaurant now moved to new location at 109 Spray Ave .
twist . Lunch buffet every Wednesday 11 am - 2 pm . Entrees : $$$ 218 - 8 Ave SW , 403-532-8980 . Map 2 , F4 www . mangoshiva . com
MOTI MAHAL Based on the cuisine of Northern India , this tapestry-hung dining room features curries and the specialty chicken tikka with spicy yogurt and tomato sauce . Entrees : $$$ 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 : $$ 2424 - 4 St SW , 403-245-0181 . Map 1 , H6 www . rajdoot . ca
ITALIAN BONTERRA TRATTORIA Italian peasant cuisine served in a trattoria setting . Extensive wine and spirits selection . Lovely courtyard patio . Reservations recommended . Entrees : $$$ 1016 - 8 St SW , 403-262-8480 . Map 2 , G2 www . bonterra . ca
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
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 : $$$ 200 - 8 Ave SE , 403-290-1012 . Map 2 , F4 www . teatro . ca
JAPANESE GORO + GUN Traditional Japanese ramen bowls as well as tapas-style skewers and sushi are served at this modern , friendly noodle bar . Entrees : $$ 225 - 7 Ave SW , 403-237-5596 . Map 2 , E6 goroandgun . ca
JINYA RAMEN BAR Traditional ramen with pork , chicken , and vegetable options including a creamy vegan ramen . Entrees : $$ 1800 - 4 St SW , 587-356-0721 . jinya-ramenbar . com
KI MODERN JAPANESE Traditional Japanese fare with contemporary fusion flair in a sumptuous setting . Entrees : $$ 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 . Entrees : $ 827 - 1 Ave NE , 403-454-2722 . Map 2 , B10 www . shikimenya . ca
The decadent dessert-topped milkshakes from Re : Grub are Instagram famous in Calgary , and they taste as good as they look ( page 47 ).
KOREAN ANJU RESTAURANT & LOUNGE A hip , contemporary take on Korean cuisine , with an emphasis on tapas-style dishes . Entrees include oxtail tortellini , ramen soup with pork belly and spicy cured blue crab . The sizzling stone rice bowl is highly recommended . Entrees : $$$ 344 - 17 Ave SW , 403-460-3341 . Map 2 , I4 www . anju . ca
LOUNGES OAK ROOM This upscale lounge in the grand Fairmont Palliser Hotel features an impressive drink menu , which includes cocktails , sparkling wine , Chambord and Canadian ice wine . Tapas , snacks and bistro cuisine available until 11:30 pm . Entrees : $$$ 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 : $$$ 820 Centre St SE , 403-269-0299 . Map 2 , F5 www . one18empire . com
TOWNSHIP BAR & GRILL A sleek , casual restaurant for enjoying an after-work drink and upscale pub fare . Entrees : $$ 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 : $$ 2 , 2116 – 4 St SW , 587-353-2656 . Map 1 , H6 www . anejo . ca
CHILI ’ S BAR AND GRILL An American Tex Mex chain of restaurants serving hearty classics including fajitas , enchiladas , and burritos . Craft burgers , fresh salads , and a selection of mouthwatering desserts are also available . Entrees : $$ 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
NATIVE TONGUES TAQUERIA Visit this restaurant for authentic Mexican tacos cooked over charcoal and packed with fresh ingredients . Although tequila may come to mind , try the mezcal , they have one of the largest selections in Calgary . It has a strong and smoky flavour and is derived from the agave plant . Entrees : $$ 235 - 12 Ave SW , 403-263-9444 .
Map 2 , H5 www . nativetongues . ca
PIZZA DOUBLE ZERO A contemporary pizzeria that serves superior thin-crust pies in the Neapolitan style . All pizzas are topped with San Marzano tomatoes and Alberta mozzerella . Paninis and entrees also available , and almost all menu options can be made gluten free . Entrees : $$ 1133 , 6455 Macleod Tr SW , 403-457-7677 . Map 1 , I6 751 - 4 St SW , 403-265-9559 . Map 3 , F5 www . doublezeropizza . ca
SHOKUNIN A casual , lively restaurant with a focus on fire-grilled meats and street food-style sharing plates . Entrees : $$ 2016 - 4 St SW , 403-229-3444 . shokuninyyc . ca
SUSHI BAR ZIPANG A sophisticated sushi bar . The decor is minimalist and eclectic , the menu elaborate . Start with octopus and cucumber with kimchi sauce and move on to nigiri sushi and maki rolls such as the house special with salmon , tuna and prawn . Entrees : $$ 1010 - 1 Ave NE , 403-262-1888 . Map 2 , B10 www . zipang . com
PULCINELLA Authentic Italian pizza served in a casual setting . Signature dish is the Pulcinella pizza : imported water buffalo mozzarella , extra virgin olive oil , and tomatoes . Entrees : $$$ 1147 Kensington Cres NW , 403-283-1166 . Map 1 , G5 www . pulcinella . ca
SEAFOOD CATCH RESTAURANT & OYSTER BAR One of the city ’ s top seafood spots with fine dining and casual meal options . Entrees : $$$$ 100 - 8 Ave SE , 403-206-0000 . Map 3 , F7 www . catchrestaurant . ca

TIP

Take a guided walking tour of a local neighbourhood and enjoy lots of great food from restaurants in the area on a Calgary Food Tour . Call 1-844-535-5239 or visit www . calgaryfoodtours . com to book .
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