The Silver Dragon Restaurant has been serving Chinese food to Calgarians since 1967, so obviously they must be doing something right. They have an excellent reputation that not only spans decades, but includes excellent quality and service. The Silver Dragon serves both Cantonese and Szechuan cuisine, and you can choose from over 200 menu items. There is also a fantastic selection of dim sums. Private dining rooms and banquet facilities are also available. All of the tables have white linen tablecloths with centerpieces that add a touch of class and elegance to the surroundings. It is large and airy, with just the right amount of fresh air and muted lighting.
Boogie’s Burgers is located in the Bridgeland area of Calgary and has been serving some of the most delicious burgers in town since its inception in 1969. Peripheral fast food treats such as milkshakes and fries also feature on the menu, making it a complete meal. Boogies Burgers also hosts private events such as kids' birthday parties or bachelor parties. It is a nice place to spend an evening and satisfy fast food cravings.
This unpretentious drive-in restaurant serves up the best in classic American fast food in a vintage 1950s atmosphere. Peters' Drive-In allows you to mix as many flavors of their award-winning milkshakes as you want for your own personal combination, leading to such strange mixes as the chocolate-strawberry-bubble gum shake. It is best to arrive early, as line-ups for the drive-through windows can get long around noon and 6p.
Cupcakes, cakes and cookies seem to have a permanent place in one’s sugar cravings. Crave carries exactly what they claim; offering cupcakes, cakes and cookies at three locations in Calgary. With such availability, there really is no excuse not to give in to a craving fix once in a while. Their cupcakes are moist and in a range of flavors from pure chocolate, vanilla, lemon, coconut and more; served with a dollop of their butter cream icing. There’s also cookies and cakes for all occasions and Crave can cater to your special day. Good news is that Crave also delivers; but give them a shout 24 hours in advance.
Enjoy a sumptuous meal of delicious traditional Greek cuisine at Calypso's Taverna. The restaurant is a popular dining spot in the city with locals gathering here on weekends to enjoy the food and the atmosphere. The ambiance is casual and lively. There are live music gigs held to entertain the diners as well.
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.
Naina means "grandma" in Welsh, and when you tuck into a meal at Naina's Kitchen, you really will feel like you're eating your grandma's delicious home-cooking. The diner specializes in crafting homemade meals prepared with fresh, local ingredients that are sure to get your tastebuds watering. The establishment is perhaps best known for their burgers, which can be prepared in a variety of ways. Locals love Naina's stuffed burgers, which feature a half-pound burger stuffed with delicious items like blue cheese, mushrooms, and bacon. Other dishes on the menu include a make-your-own poutine, decadent grilled cheeses, and other comfort foods like mac n' cheese. The restaurant always has a daily special that is announced on the establishment's social media pages. What's best is, when you stop in at Naina's Kitchen, you're sure to leave full and happy, without having to break the bank.
Visitors to the Belmont Diner can pull up a vinyl stool and tuck in to some delicious breakfast foods at this beloved local diner. The diner, which features tile floors, 100-year-old booths, a long counter where guests can order food, is known as both a great breakfast joint and as a spot that the whole family can enjoy. the diner serves both breakfast and lunch, though skipping out on breakfast items like their special Eggs Benedict may not be in your best interest. While at the diner, be sure to try one of their delicious milkshakes, which come in traditional flavors like chocolate and strawberry, as well as more unique flavors like apple pie.
A local spot that has been around long enough to see most of its patrons grow up and still come by for a scoop. My Favorite Ice Cream Shoppe serves familiar favorites along with seasonal specials that eases everyone into spring. The old world feel of the place that is made complete with weathered furniture and old photos on the wall only add to the charm of this place. So young or old, for a scoop of great ice cream, come to Calgary's Favorite Ice Cream Shoppe.
The main premise of this child-friendly restaurant is that the Dutch make the best pancakes in the world. Bring your appetite, because the pancakes measure 12 inches in diameter and are guaranteed to fill you up for the whole day. They also offer other Dutch dishes as well as a selection of omelets, salads and open-faced sandwiches. The décor typifies casual dining and attracts a clientele looking for good healthy food on a budget. It seats approximately 95, and offers booths as well as separate tables.
The Sushi Ginza Restaurant features a floating sushi bar: the tantalizing dishes literally float by while you choose what you like from an array of scallops, salmon, octopus, and eel, as well as a variety of tunas. They also have a full Japanese menu and offer several noodle soups. You can sit at the sushi bar and watch the chefs work their magic or you can choose an intimate, private room. Kids will love the indoor waterfall and fish pond,