If you have been searching for authentic Albertan cuisine and can't find it downtown, Bow Valley Ranche provides a special prairie dining experience. Located on the edge of town near Fish Creek Provincial Park, the charming restaurant is located in a farmhouse restored to its original 1940s condition. Overlooking Fish Creek Valley and surrounding ranch lands, the stunning view is enough to inspire a healthy appetite. It specializes in romantic candlelit dinners, with discreet service and subdued lighting.
River Cafe, the small, tranquil restaurant is located in a refurbished building among the trees, lawns and wildlife of Prince's Island Park. Surrounded by the Bow River, the setting alone is enough to draw you to its charms. But that isn't all this hot spot has to offer; it features one of the best menus in the city, with wood-fired regional cuisine offering specialties such as Noble Farms duck breast and Honeycrisp apple flatbread. Reserve a table at this cafe for weekend brunch and you won't walk away disappointed with the quality of food served. People dining here don't mind paying a little more for this cafe's winning combination of ambiance and seasonal flavor.
Before opening the space, the owners and collaborators of Model Milk sought to create a menu and a restaurant that would combine both innovation and comfort. They support local farmers by sourcing ingredients produced around the region, and seek to use every last inch of whatever produce and meat they can get their hands on. What has resulted is a restaurant and bar that feels both homey and elegant. Modern Milk is located within in an old creamery, so diners are seated at wood tables nestled against authentic brick walls that give the space mix of contemporary and rustic appeal. The menu focuses on simple, elegantly crafted dishes, while the beverage list is an artisanal cocktail-lover's dream. The restaurant also hosts a communal dinner every Sunday, during which guests share a family-style meal that includes a first and second course, as well as dessert.
Aida's is a Lebanese restaurant that is perfect for a midday falafel sandwich or evening couscous feed. The menu features a large selection of traditional Middle Eastern specialties. There are also Lebanese twists on Western dishes: Aida's Caesar salad is tossed with pita chips and orange blossom water flavors the lemonade. The menu gives detailed descriptions of each dish to assist those unfamiliar with Lebanese cuisine.
The Living Room Restaurant, located along Calgary's trendy 17th Avenue Southwest area, opened for business in 2000. It is credited with coining the term, "contemporary interactive cuisine", a twist on classic French and Italian specialties with a Canadian touch. The diner offers a distinct range of meats and seafood entrees, with tapas and fondues for sharing. Its open patio and expansive wine list, that can be had by the bottle or glass, make it one of the Calgary's premier restaurants. It also has the distinction of receiving the numerous honors and awards.
If you want to taste a little bit of Calgary's history as well as enjoy fine dining in an old-fashioned atmosphere, spend an hour or two at the Rouge. Choose from a number of private rooms in this beautiful restaurant situated on four acres of immaculately kept grounds. On a bright and sunny day, you can also sit on its outdoor garden patio and enjoy the scrumptious meal prepared by the expert chef. The menu is always interesting, with an emphasis on local ingredients as well as beef, game and chicken dishes. There is also an extensive wine menu which complements the exquisitely-prepared food.
Kingfisher Seafoods offer a warm and cozy ambiance with quick and attentive service. The restaurant is divided into three sections, and you're seated according to the size of your party. Offerings include some of the best seafood in the city including calamari, deep-fried oysters, clams fried in butter, prawns, scallops and char. There is an excellent sampling plate that consists of crab, mussels, clams and prawns, as well as an excellent dessert menu. Contact for further details.
Standing tall among the sea of restaurants downtown, Una offers of an excellent selection of inspired pizzas in delightful thin-crust goodness and an exceptional wine list to go with it. A refreshing change from the standard pizza options dished out at many a pizzeria, the Mediterranean-inspired pizzas here have become an instant hit. By their own admission, there are no rules to the food and the chef makes sure that the results are delightful. Apart from pizzas itself, the menu comprises a selection of salads and other options. The wine list is exceptionally diverse and offers a great choice. The intimate interiors see a constant buzz and have a refreshing vibe about them. Seating is on a first-come basis without the possibility of reservations. Service is a pleasure and has received accolades from all quarters. Winner of several awards not only for its food, but also its service, Una is one of the best pizza places downtown.
If you have been searching for authentic Albertan cuisine and can't find it downtown, Bow Valley Ranche provides a special prairie dining experience. Located on the edge of town near Fish Creek Provincial Park, the charming restaurant is located in a farmhouse restored to its original 1940s condition. Overlooking Fish Creek Valley and surrounding ranch lands, the stunning view is enough to inspire a healthy appetite. It specializes in romantic candlelit dinners, with discreet service and subdued lighting.
A bevy of restaurants dot the streets of Kensington, a bustling neighborhood in Calgary, among which Vero Bistro Moderne is one of the crowning glories. Featuring walls padded with read leather, quaint lights which cast subtle hues over the gleaming interior and an ambiance which will put you to ease the minute you step in, this establishment has gained widespread acclaim for its organic food. The menu is decked with an assortment of delectable dishes packed with Italian, Spanish and French flavors, traditional recipes that are tweaked to present something unique and innovative. Placing emphasis on procuring fresh ingredients locally, Chef Jenny pours all her passion into whipping up delights like mushroom fricassee skillet, sweet potato gnocchi, baby calamari and artichoke fritti, house-made foccacia, and ravioli frito among others. These will tantalize your taste-buds and leave you craving for more. Armed with a friendly staff and a drive to provide guests with an experience to cherish, Vero Bistro Moderne certainly deserves a spot on your itinerary.
River Cafe, the small, tranquil restaurant is located in a refurbished building among the trees, lawns and wildlife of Prince's Island Park. Surrounded by the Bow River, the setting alone is enough to draw you to its charms. But that isn't all this hot spot has to offer; it features one of the best menus in the city, with wood-fired regional cuisine offering specialties such as Noble Farms duck breast and Honeycrisp apple flatbread. Reserve a table at this cafe for weekend brunch and you won't walk away disappointed with the quality of food served. People dining here don't mind paying a little more for this cafe's winning combination of ambiance and seasonal flavor.
Aida's is a Lebanese restaurant that is perfect for a midday falafel sandwich or evening couscous feed. The menu features a large selection of traditional Middle Eastern specialties. There are also Lebanese twists on Western dishes: Aida's Caesar salad is tossed with pita chips and orange blossom water flavors the lemonade. The menu gives detailed descriptions of each dish to assist those unfamiliar with Lebanese cuisine.