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restaurant ' s backyard or rooftop ( where they keep honeybees ). Enjoy an ever-changing menu of bar snacks to large plates in a warm , rustic atmosphere . Mon - Wed 7:30 am - 10 pm ; Thu - Fri 7:30 am - 11 pm ; Sat 10 am - 11 pm ; Sun 10 am - 9 pm . 2003-91 St . SW , 780-705-2205 . theworkshopeatery . com Map 1-D7 $$ S
ZINC Located in the Art Gallery of Alberta , Zinc restaurant serves up contemporary , regional dishes in a unique , elegant atmosphere . The menu changes seasonally to include dishes inspired by featured art exhibitions , and new entrees are featured daily . Tue - Wed 11 am - 2:30 pm , 5 pm - 9 pm ; Thu - Fri 11 am - 2:30 pm , 5 pm - 10 pm ; Sat 11 am - 2:30 pm , 5 pm - 10 pm ; Sun 11 am - 2 pm ; Closed Mon . Art Gallery of Alberta , 2 Sir Winston Churchill Sq ., 780-392-2501 . zincrestaurant . ca Map 3-I3 $$ D
BAKERY
DUCHESS BAKE SHOP This local bakery boasts delicious , made-from-scratch pastries , cakes , tarts , and other delights that are fit for royalty . Enjoy a snack and some tea or coffee in their elegant dining room , or take their treats to go . Tue - Fri 9 am - 8 pm ; Sat 10 am - 6 pm ; Sun 10 am - 5 pm ; Closed Mon . 10720-124 St ., 780-488-4999 . duchessbakeshop . com Map 1-C4 $ D
ZWICK ' S PRETZELS The warm , hand-rolled pretzels here can be dusted in a savoury garlic powder or cinnamon sugar , or sprinkled with Cheddar or Feta cheese . Try them with over a dozen different dips , from a classic grainy mustard to milk chocolate ganache , or order a pretzel bun stuffed with a tasty in-house corned beef , swiss cheese , and vinegar slaw . Wed - Sat 10 am - 6 pm ; Sun 10 am - 3 pm ; Closed Mon - Tue . 12415-107 Ave ., 780-451-8882 . zwickspretzels . com Map 1-C4 $ D
BARBEQUE
HAVE MERCY In a honky-tonk atmosphere that feels lifted out of the Deep South , you can fulfill your southern fantasies with the Sweet Corn Hushpuppies , Fried Green Tomatoes , or Fried Chicken and Donuts . Wash it all down with one of their house cocktails , like a refreshing Mint Julep or Sloe Gin Fizz . Many nights feature live music and every Tuesday features an Elvis impersonator . Sun - Mon 11 am - 11 pm ; Tue - Thu 11 am - 12 am ; Fri - Sat 11 am - 2 am . 8232 Gateway Blvd ., 780-760-0203 . havemercy . ca Map 2-K2 $$ S
MEAT This smokehouse serves up authentic barbeque dishes with homemade sauces in an open , contemporary space . Brisket , ribs , pulled pork , and chocolate bacon make up the menu ' s highlights , and despite the name there are a few non-meat options for vegetarians . There ' s a nice selection of drinks and cocktails , including bourbon , whiskey , fresh lemonade , and Boylan ' s sodas . Mon - Thu 5 pm - 10 pm ; Fri 5 pm - 11 pm ; Sat 11 am - 2 pm , 4 pm - 11 pm ; Sun 11 am - 2 pm , 4 pm - 10 pm . 8216-104 St ., 587- 520-6338 . meatfordinner . com Map 2-I2 $$ S
BISTROS
CLEMENTINE Run by the three bartenders who make up The Volstead Act , this new bar and bistro serves up some of the finest cocktails in the city and exquisite small bites . A seasonal menu of traditional bar snacks , charcuterie , and entrees marvellously pair with each drink . Tue - Thu 5 pm - 12 am ; Fri - Sat 5 pm - 1 am ; Closed Sun . 11957 Jasper Ave . barclementine . ca Map 1-C4 $$ D
THE MANOR BISTRO Tucked away in the tranquil Old Glenora community is the elaborate yet rustic residence of former Alberta Attorney General John Farquhar Lymburn , which has been converted into a cozy restaurant . Dine on homemade casual , western fare like sandwiches and salads for lunch and a selection of prepared meats for dinner . Tue - Thu 11 am - 10 pm ; Fri - Sat 11 am - 12 am ; Sun 11 am - 2 pm , 5 pm - 9 pm ; Closed Mon . 10109-125 St ., 780-482- 7577 . themanorbistro . com Map 1-C4 $$ D
BREAKFAST & BRUNCH
CAFÉ LINNEA With an ever-changing breakfast , brunch , and lunch menu inspired by traditional Scandinavian and French fare , this fine establishment serves up delightful treats such as galettes and crepes . You can book a special High Tea service on Sundays , and you are not required to tip here as the servers are paid a living wage . Thu - Sat 9
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