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.
Located on the busy street of Kensington, Oolong promises tea lovers one of the greatest tea experiences. Apart from the selection of over hundreds of loose teas, they also serve desserts and small bites for a perfectly relaxing tea time. Guests can choose a whiff or have a chat about the different tea leaves with the attentive staff before they choose their cuppa for the evening. So be it a pot of infused stimulation or just a cup of subtle aroma, Oolong is sure to tempt you for a revisit.
Situated on the outer rim of downtown, this chophouse is removed from most of the bustle of downtown, and has a reputation for a great selection of steaks and burgers, and a laid-back yet sophisticated atmosphere. Buchanan's offers a good business or after-work setting, with upscale wood and brass finishing at booths and open tables. There is also a lot of top-grade Alberta beef on the menu, including a 10-ounce, hot-rubbed rib eye steak in wild mushroom sauce. The award-winning whisky bar has its own loyal following and a reputation for one of the best Scotch collections in the city.
Añejo is an inspired Mexican restaurant that boasts an impressive collection of over 200 tequilas, though most guests tend to sample the restaurant's house-made margaritas, which have been called the best in Calgary. The restaurant is housed in a multi-level industrial-chic building lit by a gigantic skylight. Sample Jalisco-inspired delights like guacamole prepared in a traditional lava rock mortar, or tuck into a variety of Mexican dishes all crafted with the freshest of ingredients. Be sure to bring along some friends to share a ceviche tasting alongside a variety of other Mexican tapas.
Offering contemporary cuisine in a casual setting, Raw Bar at the Arts is a popular restaurant in Calgary. Enjoy a delectable fare from their menu that has been inspired by what they call "Vietmodern" cuisine. This place also boasts of an extensive cocktail menu, that has received many accolades. All your meals can also be relished by the poolside patio.
Fulfilling a childhood calling, Billy became an ice cream maker and set up Village Ice Cream. The aim was simple; to create divine flavors from local ingredients that created a kaleidoscope of memories with each lick. The mixes are tampered with regularly highlighting seasonal produce and includes Toasted Coconut, Maple Pecan and the popular Salted Caramel among others. Those lactose intolerant needn't fear as their selection of sorbets in flavors such as Cranberry Ginger does just the trick. So there's no better way to spend a sunny afternoon, than in Village Ice Cream.
Fulfilling a childhood calling, Billy became an ice cream maker and set up Village Ice Cream. The aim was simple; to create divine flavors from local ingredients that created a kaleidoscope of memories with each lick. The mixes are tampered with regularly highlighting seasonal produce and includes Toasted Coconut, Maple Pecan and the popular Salted Caramel among others. Those lactose intolerant needn't fear as their selection of sorbets in flavors such as Cranberry Ginger does just the trick. So there's no better way to spend a sunny afternoon, than in Village Ice Cream.
SS106 is a classy evening destination, essentially known for its Aperitivo, which is an alcoholic beverage consumed to increase the appetite. The kitchen is known to produce alluring dishes like rissottos and salads. The bar serves a wide range of wines, beers, Grappa and delicious cocktails like Gin+Juice and Wine Limonata, to effortlessly accompany your delicious meals. This elegant bar has an upscale vibe attached to it, enhanced by the spacious interiors, making the place perfect for an evening get together.
The Gourmet Cup is just the right place for those who are really finicky about their coffee. Along with a generous assortment of flavored coffees, you will also find some cool gifts for the person who cannot jump start the day without that first cup of java. There are colorful cups, a wide assortment of chocolate covered spoons and even beautifully scented candles to enjoy.
A quaint bar and restaurant nestled amid the exciting environs of Beltline, LuLu is imbued with a sense of nostalgia which stems from its laid-back aura and atmosphere. The interior, which features wooden plank-like walls and comfortable seating, and the subtle and attractive decor accentuate the warmth the space is perpetually suffused in. Lounge out on the patio as you sip tasteful drinks or unwind within the confines of the establishment while you dig into delightful and savory bites like steamed lobster dumplings, Thai sausage, slow roasted lamb, oyster mushroom and chicken satay among others. Munch on flavorsome food as you relish the sophisticated taste of the ingenious beverages in a pleasant and friendly space.
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.
There are plenty of over-the-top restaurants on hip Fourth Street. Western Coffee Shop is not one of them. This friendly diner features the kind of food that always comes with fries. The menu, scrawled on numerous chalkboards and bits of paper hanging on the walls, includes all the comfortable diner items: burgers, sandwiches, and breakfast cuisine, and like nearly every other diner in Calgary, offers a few Asian dishes. Unless you count the waitress who whispers "yum-yum" as she delivers your meal, this place is absolutely devoid of frills. What a relief!