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Restaurant	Rating	Type of Food	Style	Description	Information
Bonterra Trattoria www		Italian	Informal	Good reviews are so easy to write. For Bonterra: The atmosphere is old-world comfortable. The service is friendly and knowledgeable. The menu is varied. The food is plentious and delicious. There really isn't much more one looks for in a restaurant. Good vegetarian selection. Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	1016 - 8 St., SW 403 262-8480
La Chaumière www		French	Banquet	If you are looking for a place to celebrate in a formal setting, with excellent service and traditional dishes made in the finest of fashion, this is the place. Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	139 - 17 Ave SW 228-5690	Lunch M to F 11:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Dinner M to F 5:45 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Sa 5:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Il Gallo Negro		Italian	Informal	From the simple but comfortable restaurant/lounge setting, to Colette's relaxed and efficient service, to warm buns with plenty of soft butter, to main dishes that were generous and filling—this restaurant was a pleasant surprise, all it would seem springing from the simple delight of running an unpretentious, first–class establishment. Good vegetarian selection.	211 - 17 Ave. SE 403 237-9077	Su 5:00 p.m. to close M to Sa 11:30 a.m. 2:30 p.m. 5:00 p.m. to close
Infusion Contemporary Cuisine www		Gourmet	Informal	Bragg Creek is more than waterfalls and trees and pottery emporiums. It also houses exquisite food. Infusion gives you the prefect excuse to get away from the city (about half an hour from downtown) and relax with a fusion of food experiences from Thai to Japanese to good old Alberta beef. The staff is friendly with a truly personal touch. Unlike many places, the superb lunch menu is not a tiny-portion version of dinner, but full and filling. Reservations recommended on weekends. Good vegetarian selection on the lunch menu. There are even some soups that come with a vegan base.	23 Balsam Ave. Bragg Creek, AB 403 949-3898
muse restaurant & lounge www		Gourmet	Business Casual (though depending on your business, that could vary quite a bit)	There are two kinds of gourmet chefs. One pushed the envelope of flavour and ends up with a hit and miss menu; the other has the knack of finding unique, pleasing flavour almost every time. The muse staff fall into the successful part of that equation. From Oven Toasted Brussel Sprouts to Yukon Potato Lobster Lasagna there are pleasant surprises here for everyone. And the multi–level eye–pleasing setting adds visual flavour to the food savour. Just ask for even more vegetarian selections. Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	107 - 10A Street NW 403 670-6873
Rouge www		Gourmet	Banquet	Sit in the old A. E. Cross house, and imagine how life there must have been when downtown Calgary was Inglewood and its leading citizens were building fine homes near the river. Then taste a wonderful array of food that pushes the boundaries without the many misses and near missed that so many other restaurants of this kind seem to have in their choices. And remember too that in the summer there is even a wonderful garden that has formed the backdrop of many classic Calgary gatherings. Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	1240 - 8 Ave. SE 403 531-2767
Silver Dragon Restaurant		Chinese	Informal	Who remembers Calgary without the Silver Dragon? Indeed it has been rumoured that when Laozi fled China in the Third Century BCE, he may have been heading here to establish this eatery. Nevertheless, the food remains delicious with generous portions and the setting old–style but not worn. Reservations suggested. Good vegetarian selection.	106 - 3 Ave. SE 403 264-5326	3 Floor, 211 Banff Ave. Banff, AB 403 762-3939
Anpurna Curry Pot www		East Indian	Informal	For quality, service and vegetarian dishes at reasonable prices, this restaurant is hard to beat. Reservations recommended. Of course, there's a good vegetarian selection; this is a vegetarian restaurant.	SW corner of Memorial Dr. & 52 St. SE 403 235-6028	Tu to Su 11:00 a.m - 9:00 p.m.
Antonio's Garlic Clove www	Rating for Vampires: 0	Gourmet	Informal	Don't make that face! Garlic can be cooked and eaten in many ways, and Tony has mastered them all, including fried bananas with garlic topping and chocolate covered roasted garlic buds for dessert. The setting is comfy bistro. The service is friendly, and the servings are large. What more could one want? Breath mints! And if you are worried about what others may say, just order a half portion or ask for less garlic. Reservations recommended.	2206 - 4 St. SW 403 228-0866	Su to M 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Tu to Th 5:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. F to Sa 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Avenue Deli www		Deli	Informal	The Avenue Deli began as a sister of the Palace of Eats and carries on the fine tradition now that it is on its own. This is our neighbourhood Montreal smoked meat place, though it has expanded into sandwiches of various kinds, soups and even catering if want to share the experience with friends. And Grant is always ready for a good real milkshake to finish off the meal.	Avenue Deli 33 Ave. & 19 St. SW Su 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. M - Sa 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Bar B. Q. Hot Dogs and Sausages		Hot Dogs	Take Out	You get exactly what you would expect with an excellent price and product: hot, large hot dogs of various kinds, a few basic condiments, even including sauerkraut and a cold drink if you wish. Good vegetarian selection.	usually at the southeast corner of 3 St. & 7 Ave. SW OK, stop for a moment and remember this is a hot dog stand, and then ask whether they have a phone or not.	Good weather only
The Bavarian Inn Restaurant www		German	Informal	Good German cuisine is difficult to find in the Calgary area, so the short trip to Bragg Creek is a pleasant price to pay for fine, traditional German dishes. And the stress on organic, local ingredients is a pleasant bonus. Good vegetarian selection on the dinner menu Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	75 White Avenue Bragg Creek, AB 403 949-3611	Tu to Su 11:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Bill's Peking House Restaurant www		Chinese	Informal	We were a bit worried about this one. After all "Bill's" and "Chinese" don't usually go well together. But we discovered that this second-floor establishment is well worth the climb. The portions were large, and well cooked, and the pleasant decor with a view out over Fish Creek Park made this a surprisingly enjoyable experience, well-worth a try. Good vegetarian selection.	380 Canyon Meadows Drive S.E. (just off Canyon Meadows east of MacLeod) 403 278-3338	Daily opens at 4:30 p.m.
Brava Bistro		Gourmet	Informal	With a motto of "Dine like you mean it." this restaurant really means it. They begin with a Mediterranean base and run with creativity from there. The sauces are subtle, but made to bring out the true nature of whatever is underneath, unlike so many restaurants with the barbeque mentality which seeks to mask the meat flavour altogether. The setting is modern bistro, but without the cramped confusion that often surrounds that word. The service is knowledgeable and friendly. The servings are plenteous. Click here to make reservations through Open Table. According to the menu: Fresh vegetarian dishes can be created on request.	723 - 17 Ave. SW 403 228-1854 www	Su 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. M to Sa 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. M to W 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Th to Sa 5:00 p.m. - midnight
Calgary Sweet House & Restaurant		Indian	Informal	It is tiny and very informal, hidden in the corner of a strip mall. As the name implies, it is a "sweet house" with delights like jalebi and burfi first and a restaurant second. But do drop by for one of the small, simple traditional meals, and then be sure to take home some other delights for later. The samosas are among the best in Calgary. Good vegetarian selection.	#7 5320 - 8 Avenue SE 403 272-7234	W to M 10:00 a.m - 8:00 p.m.
Carver's Steakhouse www		Steak in Calgary	Business Casual	The setting is pleasant and comfortable. They have avoided the dark wood that so many seem to think must go with steak, but looks rather like the remnants of a 1950's rumpus room. The prices are high; that is true, but the portions are of equally high quality and large, so be careful not to over-order. Dorothy especially liked the fact that the servers weren't afraid to give their own preferences rather than sticking with the everything-on-the-menu-is-good routine. Click here to make reservations through Open Table. For us, it's the filet mignon and then the peppered strawberry crêpes for desset.	Sheraton Cavalier Hotel 32 Ave. & Barlow Tr. NE 403 291-0107	Su 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. M to Sa 5:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Closed on statutory holidays
Cedars Deli & Restaurant		Middle Eastern	Deli	"A Taste of Lebanon" sums up what this deli–style restaurant offers, and at the counter you can pick up goodies to take home and make your own Mediterranean meals. And if you are getting tired of the same old sandwiches or pizza at meetings, The Cedars can provide some exciting falafel and shwarma sandwich trays with great sweets for dessert. Good vegetarian selection.	Edmonton Tr. & 30 Ave. NE	Eau Claire Market (Lower Level) 403 263-5232	225 - 8 Ave. SW 403 263-0285
La Chaumière www		French	Formal	Wonderful gourmet food and friendly service. Reservations recommended. Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	139 - 17 Ave SW 228-5690	Lunch M to F 11:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Dinner M to F 5:45 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Sa 5:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Le Chien Chaud www		Hot Dogs	Informal	It's bright and cheery with a fine selection of hot dogs from beef to vegetarian and numerous house specials with everything from guacamole to gruyere, and then condiments you can add from pineapple chutney to cranberry sauce. Coleslaw or potato salad and a drink top off a perfect hot dog meal. Good vegetarian selection.	#3 2015 - 4 St. SW 403 229-DOG1 (CUTE)	Su noon - 5:00 p.m. M to Sa 11: a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Da Guido Ristorante		Italian	Informal	The extensive menu gives you an excellent choice of fine Italian dishes. Although now in a relatively new location, this eatery has been at the forefront of Italian food in Calgary for many years. The menu has some vegetarian selections, but Guido will make a dish just for you. Reservations are recommended.	2001 Centre Steet N 403 276-1365	Su Closed M to F 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. from 5:00 p.m. Sa from 5:00 p.m.
The Deane House www		Brunch	Informal	The house is historic, 1906; the setting is ideal, across from Fort Calgary on the river, and the location as a brunch/lunch stop makes it an ideal starting point for a walk through the small shops of Inglewood. The menu is limited but diverse and interesting (e.g. french toast with caramelized peaches); the portions are generous and the friendly service makes this one of the must-see restaurants for visitors to the city. Reservations Recommended.	806 - 9 Ave. SE 403 269-7747	Sa, Su 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Tu to F 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Diner Deluxe www		Diner	Informal	The emphasis is on the "Deluxe" here with top quality ingredients, and little special additions, like yam bits in the hash browns. Do be prepared for a wait at peak hours, but there's plenty of good coffee available and just watching the activity in the place is a show in itself. After 11 the menu expands beyond the usual breakfast specials to include salads, sandwiches, and old favourites like macaroni and cheese and meatloaf. Good vegetarian selection.	804 Edmonton Trail NE 403 263-3445	Su and most holidays 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. M to F 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. Sa 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Fiasco Gelato www		Ice Cream	Informal	For good flavour and wholesomeness, try gelato with about 75% less fat than regular ice cream or sorbetto which is fat free. Fiasco is one bright and friendly place to get both of these—as well as sandwiches, soups, drinks and even gelato cakes. Good vegetarian selection, of course.	207 - 10 St. NW
Fleur de Sel		French	Informal	Delightfully unusual, hot and filling French dishes, served by a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Yes, the tables are close but in an appropriately bistro setting. Yes, it is wheelchair accessible, but it will be crowded.	#2 - 2015 4 St. SW 403 228-9764 www
Higher Ground		Coffee	Informal	Our bias shows here. We prefer the locally owned shops to the large there's-one-on-every-corner kind. Higher Ground is an old Calgary tradition with good coffee, snacks and now a wine bar as well. It is made even more desirable by the 2-for-one offer on coffee with a ticket stub from the Plaza Theatre across the street. They also usually have water in a dish outside in the summer if your dog accompanies you on Kensington outings or if you're too cheap to buy a coffee. Good vegetarian selection; coffee and wine don't contain many meat products. Large Café Rollo Coffee	#1 1126 Kensington Rd. NW 403 270-3780	Su to Th 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. F, Sa 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Il Sogno www		Italian	Informal	This is not your usual spaghetti hut, but an upscale home for what is probably best described as Italian-gourmet-trendy. The ceiling and floor are 1910, but the things in between are simple and bright and stylishly inviting. There is a menu, but you don't need to use it. Just let the chef take care of you with a meal prepared with your likes and dislikes in mind. Good vegetarian selection. However, do mention the fact that you want a wheelchair accessible table when you make your reservations as part of the restaurant is elevated. Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	24 - 4 St. NE (between the branches of Edmonton Trail) 403 232-8901
Juan's Mexican Restaurante www		Mexican	Informal	There are no maracas or sombreros nailed to the wall or burros painted on the door, but with friendly right-from-Mexico staff and good food, the atmosphere is far more authentic here than in many places that put more emphasis on the decor than the dishes. Good vegetarian selection.	In the basement of Scotia Centre Entrance off Stephen Avenue 403 266-0051	Su closed M to F 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sa 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Jugo Juice www		Juice	Informal	The staff is friendly and have a good knowledge of what they are making—especially those strange extra ingredients. If you just want a quick, wholesome drink, or even a complete meal with one of their wraps or sandwiches do drop by. Good vegetarian selection—of course.	See Location.
KFC www		Chicken	Fast Food	Some foods are difficult to rate because their taste is unique and can't be compared to anything but have imitated them. Yes, we know we can't call it "Kentucky Fired Chicken" anymore, because someone might think about the fat content, even though now it is vegetable oil. The gravy and coleslaw have changed from the good old days when the Colonel was alive, but still the taste is addictive, and you get what you expect.	You can walk to one from where you live. See by Location.	Home delivery: 403 296-0000.
The King and I Thai Cuisine www		Thai	Informal	The setting is strikingly modern, in a Thai-ish sort of way, but the food meets the highest standards of traditional Thai cuisine with a few fusion twists like banana-filled spring rolls with coconut ice cream. Yes, the prices are higher than at some other places, but the servings are proportionately larger and the quality is excellent. Reservations recommended. Good vegetarian selection. If you are celebrating or just unsure of what to order and have a group of four or more, let us suggest the King's Feast for a broad selection of well-matched dishes. Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	820 - 11 Ave. SW 403 264-7241	Su 4:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. M - Th 11:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. F 11:30 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. Sa 4:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Su 4:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Leavitt's Ice Cream Shop (LICS)		Ice Cream	Informal	Here we found everything from cones to milkshakes, from sundaes to fracés--if you have to ask, try one. And for a summer snack or during those winter months when most ice cream parlours go dormant, there are hot dogs, sandwiches, subs, and even donairs. Good vegetarian selection.	3410 - 3 Ave. NW (just off Memorial below Foothills Hospital) 403 383-3578	Weekends 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. Weekdays 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
The Living Room www		Gourmet	Informal	Officially the food here is "Contemporary Interactive Cuisine". For those who need a translation, that means: appealing platters, perfectly prepared and pleasantly presented with delightful "interactive" extras like fondues for two (if you happen to be piggy Dawsons) or more (if you are mere mortals). The vegetarian selection is not large but is sufficient to give a tempting choice while avoiding the usual Caesar salad or a plate of stir fried bland vegetables and pasta.	514 - 17 Ave. SW 403 228-9830	Lunch Tu to F 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Dinner Daily 5:00 p.m. - midnight
Mimo Restaurant & Lounge www		Portuguese	Informal	Excellent, inexpensive, filling Portuguese food with friendly service.	#203 4904 - 17 Ave SE 403 235-3377
Orchid Room		Vietnamese Fusion	Informal	The basics are Vietnamese but these are elegantly combined with Thai, East Indian and any other cuisine that has subtle spicing and delicate nuances of flavour. The setting is upscale as befits Bankers' Hall. The portions are generous as befits the Dawsons. Good vegetarian selection.	#244 315 - 8 Ave. SW 403 263-4457	M to Sa 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Oriental Phoenix Vietnamese Restaurant		Vietnamese	Informal	For excellent Vietnamese food in a pleasing, friendly setting, this is the place. It is always a happy day when you can find an economical meal that leaves you truly satisfied. Good vegetarian selection.	Gulf Canada Square 9 Avenue SW 262-3633 Reservations at noon are advisable.	#80 104 - 58 Ave. SE 403 253-8383	2493 - 27 Ave. NE (Barlow Tr.) 250-8813
Palace of Eats www		Deli	Informal	There are three cardinal rules of good restauranting: Keep it small; have a speciality. and do it well. Here the centre of attention is Montreal smoked meat either in a traditional sandwich or a Reuben, with bagels and lox included for a bit of variety. The meat is neither too cheap which makes it rubbery, too lean which makes it dry or too fatty which makes it greasy. It is just right.	Palace of Eats 1411 - 11th St. SW 403 244-6602 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Pfanntastic Pannenkoek Haus www		Dutch	Informal	If the word "Pannenkoek" doesn't ring a bell in your mind, think of pancake. Then throw out that idea, as Dutch pancakes bear little resemblance to the tiny sweet things we enjoy for breakfast. They're large and thin and covered with goodies like potatoes and onions and bacon and cheese, or for dessert ice cream and toppings. We're talking somewhere between a crêpe and a thin crust pizza, but different. Anyway they're good and economical, so how could you go wrong? Good vegetarian selection. Get the one with Rösti, Ui, Spek, Kaas (or shredded potato, onion, bacon, cheese for non-Netherlanders)	2439 - 54 Ave. SW (South of Central High School on Crowchild) 403 243-7757	Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. M and Tu Closed W to F 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Phil & Sebastian Coffee Company www		Coffee	Informal	P and S do coffee right, so if that it what you looking for, you now know where to find it. In their Marda Loop location, they also serve soup, salads, sandwiches and deserts, again with great quality, but we did deduct a bit for the price of what you get. Of course there is good vegetarian selection. That is unless you count milk products as animals.	Calgary Farmers' Market (at the old Currie Barracks) Office number: 403 612-2266	2043 - 33 Ave. SW
Quizno's Subs www		Sandwiches	Informal	They're toasty hot with just enough bread. For a fast sub, they are hard to beat. But don't feel you have to pick the large size unless you want two meals worth or have a Dawson–sized appetite. Good vegetarian selection. The name does vary slightly from one store to another, but let the business people worry about that. Dorothy and Grant prefer the Angus beef, while Scott, the vegetarian in the family gives his approval to the Cheese Melt.	see Locations.
Redwater Rustic Grille www		Grill	Informal	The restaurant's style isn't really "rustic" but rather clean, warm and modern. And the food isn't "rustic" either, rather a combination of traditional cooking and some truly original sauces instead of the usual BBQ trimmings. And there's pasta too if you're not in the mood for a big chunk of meat. In a city where grilled meat is a way of life, the menu here offers some pleasant surprises. Northwest: Click here to make reservations through Open Table. Downtown: Click here to make reservations through Open Table. Macleod Trail: Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	Stadium Shopping Centre (north of Foothills Hospital) 403 220-0222	9223 Macleod Tr. SW 403 253-4266	#181 250 6 Ave. SW (Bow Valley Square) 403 265-3837
Route 40 Soup Company www		Gourmet	Informal	Don't be fooled. This restaurant is about more than soup, though their soups are superb. There are salads and wraps and pastas, and excellent desserts as well, all at reasonable prices. And now there is a dinner service with a small but tasty menu of dinner favourites from shepherd's pie to duck. The setting is a classic piece of Albertan architecture, having been almost everything from a Chinese laundry to a doctor's office. Now it is a bright and friendly stop to be included on any trip southwest of Calgary. Reservations are taken for the evenings and recommended for weekends especially. Good vegetarian selection. Try the road chips.	Main Street (Highway 22) 403-933-7676 Turner Valley, AB	Su closed M to Tu 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. W to Sa 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Times are seasonal, so watch the website.
Sophie's		Pizza	Take out	If you loved the pizza at the former Spiros on 17th prior to October 2004, then here is the answer to your cravings. Same pizza, but now you pick it up yourself and save 10%, or enjoy free delivery in the area around the store. A good vegetarian selection. Damn good pizza. (That's not a comment; that's the name of the dish, and it is.)	Richmond Rd. & 48 St. SW (Near the Richmond Rd. Co-op) 403 242-1141	Su & Hol 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. M to Th 4:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. F & Sa 3:00 p.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sultan's Tent		Moroccan	Informal	Here is where you go for that slightly different dining experience. Be prepared to eat with your hands and spend the evening taking in the ambiance in your own private “tent". Reservations recommended.	#107 4 - 14 St. NW (off Kensington Rd. and 14 St.) 403 244-2333	Sa, Su 5:00 p.m. -10:30 p.m. M to F 5:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.
Teatro www		Italian	Informal	This restaurant remains a popular choice for pre-theatre dining. The setting is an old bank building decorated in simple but effective modern decor. Perhaps it is this backdrop that inspires the food which has a traditional Italian base embellished with the subtle touches of the best of current cuisine. Good vegetarian selection. Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	208 - 8 Ave. SE 403 290-1012	Su 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. M to Th 11:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. F 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Sa 5:00 p.m. - 12:00 p.m.. Valet Parking Nightly
Tiki Ming		Chinese	Amy Quon and company moved from Shan Tung to this new location in a downtown fast food court. At first, I must admit we were rather sceptical because the quality at such places is usually limited to steam table mediocre. But to our surprise many of our favourites from times past appeared before us freshly prepared and still delicious. At fast food prices, you can't beat this kind of meal. They will also cater to any size of party, so keep that in mind. Good vegetarian selection.	270D 5 Ave. SW 403 263-8778 Note: There are other Tiki Mings but this rating is for this location only.	M to F 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Towa Sushi www		Japanese	Informal	If you want to know what it feels like to be in a Tokyo restaurant, then the ambiance of this Fourth Street establishment is the place to be. The surroundings are sparse, but pleasing. The batter is light,. The sushi is good-sized. The service is friendly. Sit back, and enjoy the food. Good vegetarian selection.	2116 - 4 St. SW 403 245-8585	Closed Mondays
Vintage Chophouse and Tavern www		Steak	Informal	The setting is comfortably modern. By that we mean that wisely placed spot lighting and plenty of warm wood manage to add a definite contemporary flair without leaving you feeling as if you are sitting in a minimalist museum. The tavern end of things does send some smoke and commotion into the dining area, but neither of these spoiled the meal, even for Dorothy who is allergic to smoke. The steak is excellent, but a variety of other dishes should please every member of the group including vegetarians. But beware. The portions are large, and served in the middle of the table, family style, so share and don't order too much. Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	322 - 11 Ave. SW 403 262-7262	Su 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. M to W 11:00 a.m. - Midnight Th & Fr 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 a.m. Sa 5:00 p.m. - 2:00 a,m.
Visionary Café & Bistro		Sandwiches	Informal	The fare is simple: fresh made sandwiches and raps, drinks, soup and daily specials. But they do this well. What more can we say? This is a truly hidden downtown gem, but worth the search to fnd it.	604 - 4 St. SW (on the ground floor behind the large cloud mural) 403 264-7447	Lunch on weekdays and catering
Volos Pizza www		Pziza	Take out/ Delivery	Sometimes the small family—owned places take on the corporate establishments very well. Here is a case in point. You have probably driven by Volos if you ever use 26 Ave. SW, and never thought to stop. You should. It's good. Good vegetarian selection.	2103 26 Ave SW 403 245-5570	Su closed M to Th 4:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. F 4:00 p.m. - midnight Sa 4:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Holidays 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
A Touch of Ginger Delight www		Vietnamese	Informal	This has been a popular lunch stop for many who work in the Sunridge Mall area for years. Dorothy likes it for the low prices, and Grant says the food is tasty, so both sides of the equation are met. They specialize in both Vietnamese and Thai food, though the majority of dishes are Vietnamese. Good vegetarian selection.	318 - 10 St. NW 403 270-3816	3449A - 26 Ave. NE 403 291-1171 just south of Peter Lougheed Hospital	227 - 7 St. SW 403 693-8778
Aida's Mediterranean Lebanese Specialties		Middle Eastern	Informal	For good Middle Eastern food and excellent service on the Fourth Street strip, this is the place. Good vegetarian selection.	2208 - 4 St SW 403 541-1189
Baskin Robbins www		Ice Cream	Informal	The fine details of the name of this 31 flavour ice cream parlour vary from the northwest to southeast, but the quality and choice of the ice cream are the same. And there is frozen yoghurt too if you are not of the true faith. (That is an ice cream freak.) Needless to say, there is a good vegetarian selection, until they come up with flavours like beef vanilla or chocolate with deep fried pork.	Bay 106 - 4625 Varsity Dr. NW at Shaganappi 403 288-8790	516 10816 Macleod Tr. S in Willow Park 403 278-6611
Belgo Brasserie www		French	Upscale casual	The cuisine is French (and Belgian) based, and thus is able to do delightful things with some of the classic dishes. And there is even poutine for those with more French Canadian taste. All in all the food is excellent, but the service is consistently underwhelming. Note: The lounge at the front tends to be quite loud, so if you looking for a quieter atmosphere, ask to be seated toward the back. Click here to book with Open Table.	501- 8 Ave. SW 403 265-6555
Belmont Diner www		Diner	Informal	As with all Calgary diners, expect lineups for breakfast on the weekends. But there is something about an old-fashioned bacon, eggs, pancakes, hashbrowns and milkshake breakfast that makes the wait/weight worthwhile.	2008 33 Ave. SW 403 242-6782	M to F 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Sa, Su, Hol 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The Belvedere www		Gourmet	Informal	The setting is a blend of the beams and bricks of an old Stephen Avenue establishment covered tastefully with the tiles and trappings of a first class restaurant. The food is also a pleasing blend of the traditional and the trendy. If you wish, you can have a meal in the bar or eat there choosing from a separate menu of smaller items. Reservations recommended.	107 8 Ave. SW 403 265-9595	M to F 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. M to Sa 5:00 p.m. - somewhere around10:30 p.m.
big fish www		Seafood	Lunch	We dropped into big fish for lunch hoping that their "dockside menu" wasn't all from a dock in Calgary. It was a pleasant surprise, sporting a small menu but with a good range from fish and chips made with walleye to a pot au feu with saffron. The dishes were mostly well—presented classics, but with nice touches like house ketchup and lemon caper mayo. They also do not serve species that may be endangered, so there's one less thing to worry about. Reservations recommended at peak times.	1112 Edmonton Tr. NE 403 277-3403	Lunch 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Big T's BBQ and Smokehouse		Grill	Informal	Here is barbecuing right from the deep south, slow cooked over applewood coals. The secret for economy and pleasure is to go with friends, order one of the big platters that include a taste of everything and pig out.	2138 Crowchild Tr. NW (across from McMahon Stadium) 403 284-5959
Bolero Fire Grill		Grill/ Latin American	Informal	So here is how you eat at a Brazilian grill: Take a little salad from the extensive salad bar, and a couple of selections from the hot bar, and then be patient; sit back, and enjoy your meal as the gauchos bring you serving after serving of different meats and pineapple cut right from the barbecue spit. You can also choose to have a set portion brought to your table, but why would you want to spoil the fun? Click here to make reservations through Open Table. When you are making reservations, tell them that you need a table that is accessible to the wheelchair lift.	6920 MacLeod Trail SE 403 259-3119	5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Booker's BBQ Grill & Crab Shack www		Grill/ Seafood	Informal	Some restaurants spend thousands trying to get an authentic dockside atmosphere. Booker's just chose Calgary's well–worn east end and benefits from a real sense of old and gritty. And it works wonderfully, especially if you are there when a blues band is playing. Now here's our suggestion as to how to get the most out of Booker's. Order a variety of ors d'oeuvres, being sure to get both grill and seafood items. Then perhaps a salad or something else light. Then you will have room left for dessert. Otherwise you may suffer from over–stuffed–icity. Crab cakes. Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	316 - 3 St. SE 403 264-6419	Su 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. M to Th 11:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. F 11:30 a.m. - midnight Sa 4:0 p.m. - midnight
Booster Juice: Juice and Smoothier Bar www		Juice	Fast Food	Juice is the new panacea for those who want healthy food in a hurry. Here you find it. From yogurt to mango, from soy to açaí, they will whip the ingredients to your taste's desire. And with every drink you get a free booster. From protein to echinacea and from calcium to ginseng, they will do their best to keep your body alive and well. Good vegetarian selection.	Kensington 314A - 10th St. NW 403 270-2704	Sunridge Mall 403 590-8770	Glenmore Landing 252-1333 Garrison Woods 3542 Garrison Gate S. W. 403 240-3289 Westhills Town Center 131 Stewart Green SW 403 685-4745 634 - 17th Ave. SW 403 802-0889	South Trail Crossing 4703 - 130 Avenue SE 403 726-0483
Bow Valley Grill		General	Buffet	Eating in Banff amidst the multitude of fast food and often over–priced restaurants is a problem. But especially if you have guests with you and want to show them the best of the town, the Banff Springs Hotel holds both history and good food. The Bow Valley Grill provides a fine menu, but we would recommend the buffet. It is reasonably priced for the selection and should give everyone an excellent meal. And the tour of the hotel leaves regularly from just outside the door.Good vegetarian selection.	Banff Srings Hotel 405 Spray Ave. Banff, Alberta 403 762-2211	Daily 6:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. But watch for seasonal variations.
Burger Inn		Hamburger	Fast Food	This local chain of hamburger outlets wins for the most unusual kinds of burgers made from such interesting ingredients as pork, lamb, turkey, buffalo, venison and ostrich. They also offer cholesterol–free fries, real fruit-flavoured milkshakes, and the convenience of being able to order your burger ahead of time so it will be ready when you arrive. Now that's really fast food. Good vegetarian selection.	920 - 36 Street NE 403 235-5860	9669 MacLeod Tr. S. Brick Plaza 403 252-4840	2020 - 4 Street SW 403 244-9293 3829 Bow Tr. SW 403 685-0825	128 Edmonton Tr., Airdrie 403 912-0369
Caffe Atrigiano www		Coffee	Informal	The coffee is exquisite, and the sandwiches are quite good, But with that acknowledgement, our group began squabbling over whether the prices were in line and if some of the dessert offerings were not as tasty as they might be. Thus the rating, a little below some other establishments, but making Artigiano still well–worth a visit. Good vegetarian selection.	332 - 6 Ave SW (though actually it faces 3 St.)	Suite 103 - 400 4 St. SW 403 262-2343
Caffee Beano		Coffee	Informal	For those looking for independent coffee houses, this is a long–time standard in the 17 Avenue area. And for Grant they have milkshakes too. But beware all you card carters; this is cash only. Good vegetarian selection. Dorothy goes here for the hot chocolate.	1613 - 9 St. SW just north of 17 Ave.	M to Fr 6:00 a.m. - midnight Sa, Su 7:00 a.m. - midnight
Casa D'Italia Ristorante www		Italian	Informal	A long–time staple of the Calgary Italian eating scene, Casa D'Italia still serves great classic dishes in Dawson sized portions.	2820 Centre St. N 403 277-7556
Chicken on the Way		Chicken	Take Out	This is one long–time Calgary tradition that lives up to its reputation. The chicken isn't fancy, and it's not from Kentucky, but the pieces are larger than they seem to serve down south. In fact, what you find here is just good fried chicken like you used to get at home. (That is, if you got good food at home.) You will find the usuals—coleslaw, potato salad and fries, as well as fritters. There are picnic tables outside right by 14 Street, but you will have to wait until you get home to use the washroom. P.S. They do have delivery service by taxi. Yes, it is good cold the next day. Hint: The chicken is not as good in off hours when not being freshly cooked, so do put up with the long lines. This explains why our rating has tended to wobble a little.	1443 Kensington Rd. NW 403 283-5545
Chili Club Thai Restaurant		Thai	Informal	This is the elegant side of Thai dining with subdued lighting and friendly, informed staff. The non–smoking atmosphere added to the pleasure for us. But the restaurant is quite small, so reservations are a good idea. Good vegetarian selection.	#125 555 - 11 Ave. SW 403 237-8828	Su 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. M 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Tu to Th 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. F 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. Sa 5 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Cora www		Diner	Informal	This is "Chez Cora" if you are from Quebec, and is a part of the popular chain of breakfast diners from that province. Breakfasts are always a difficult call for reviewers as, after all, they are breakfasts with bacon and eggs and waffles and all the other things most of us cook quite well at home. So in the end of the day, we end up looking closely at the quality of the product and the originality hidden among the fried eggs. Here Cora does well with a French touch in its crêpes and the healthy amount of fruit included with most dishes. Grant missed the hash browns, but it was decided that he just has to get over this and enjoy the potatoes they do serve. And do remember that as with all breakfast diners in Calgary, EXPECT LINEUPS.	#360, 5111 Northland Dr, NW. (Northland Vilage Mall) (403) 288-0040	4600, 130th Ave. S.E. (403) 265-7545	28 Southridge Dr. Okotoks, AB (403) 938-1522
Country Cousins Restaurant		General	Informal	Now you are in Mennonite country, so this is what you expect—simple, wholesome, inexpensive food in generous portions. At Country Cousins Restaurant, this is exactly what you get. Step back in time to home cooking as it once was. You can even buy some of the delicious sausage or a homemade pie on your way out. A "4" designation usually means a "destination" restaurant. Well, if you are in Linden this certainly is a place to seek out, and if you are from Calgary out drving, this is a good place to stop. We recommend the menu, though there is a buffet—all you can eat or single plate, large or small—at noon and night daily.	1 St. NW (just off Centre Ave.) Linden, AB 403 546-4444	M to Sa 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The Coup www		Gourmet	Informal	The food in this comfy little bistro is not ethnic vegetarian or let's–pretend–this–is–meat vegetarian, but actual original dishes made to be delicious and well worth trying whether you are vegetarian or not.	924B - 17 Ave. SW 403 541-1041	Lunch and Dinner Tu to Su
Drum & Monkey Public House		Bar	Informal	Bars fall into three categories. Some are just the extension of restaurants with more smoke and noise. Others—usually in hotels—are quiet meeting places for business people. Then there are real pubs—local gathering places for people who just like getting together for drinks, with food usually thrown in as an extra. The Drum & Monkey, introduced to us by our son, Scott, belongs to the last category. This kind of eatery, however, is hard to judge. The factors that draw people to places like this are mysterious. They centre more on atmosphere and community than food or drink. The D & M has a traditional front room with the obligatory brick walls and beer posters. Then there is a louder and darker back room with everything from plastic Tiki gods to a velvet Elvis. So what about the food? The variety is surprisingly wide from the all day English breakfast to Lasagna, and from fish and chips to meatloaf. And it was quite good. Don't go here alone. Take a group of rowdy friends and prepare for some smoke and noise, and if the ambiance fits, as Scott and his friends discovered, you'll be there on a regular basis. Good vegetarian selection.	1201 - 1 St. SW 403 261-6674
Fairmont Palliser Hotel www		Brunch (Buffet)	Smart Casual	Set in the traditional Rimrock Room and with a selection ranging from waffles to roast beef and omelettes to eggs Benedict, there isn't much this buffet lacks. Reservations Recommended. Good vegetarian selection.	133 - 9 Ave. SW If you don't know where the Palliser is, you should probably lose your Calgary walking licence. 403 260-1219	Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Globefish Sushi & Izakaya www		Japanese	Informal	The menu is extensive with lots of pictures for the uninitiated. There are many traditional favourites along with some of the more trendy recent concoctions like California rolls and even some local specialities such as Flames and Alberta rolls. The portions are smaller than at some other restaurants, BUT they are also less expensive. So just order a bit more. The food was well prepared and presented with an emphasis on milder flavours. Good vegetarian selection. Reservations are not taken so do get there early.	326 14 St. NW 403 521-0222 Lunch Sa, Su, Holidays 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. M, W, Th, F 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Dinner 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Closed on Tuesday	#1 2009 33 Ave. SW 403 249-8866 Lunch Sa, Su, Holidays 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Tu to F 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Dinner 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Closed on Monday
Gong Kee Restaurant		Chinese	Informal	This is a Formica and simplicity neighbourhood restaurant, heavily patronized by the Chinese community. Take out is a big part of the business as shown by the fact that they have two telephone numbers. And in the midst of the friendly informality, the food is excellent. Then as you leave, you can even stop and buy some BBQ meat if the supply hasn't run out for the day. Good vegetarian selection. We noted that he back hallway is sometimes used for storage, but this is the kind of place at which the staff will be happy to move things for you if you need access.	#5 4527 - 8 Ave. SE (take 44 St. north from 17 Ave. or south from Memorial Dr, 403 235-1933 403 235-4652	Su to Th 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. F, Sa 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. W Closed
Green Olive Italian Restaurant		Italian	Informal	This is another hidden strip mall delight. The pizza is thin crust. The ingredients are fresh. The staff is friendly. AND daily specials give you extremely good dining value for your dollar.	#105 2220 - 68 Street NE (just north of 16 Ave.) 403 590-9838	Su noon - 10:00 p.m. M to F 11:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sa 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Grizzly House Restaurant		Swiss	Informal	Yes, there is fondue and hot rocks cooking, which is their own version of the traditional Swiss raclette. Then these more traditional elements are mixed with buffalo and caribou and alligator and Alberta beef to provide a wide variety of food experiences. This all takes place in a setting that is somewhere between an idealized Swiss chalet and a hand-hewn mountain cabin. Smoking is encouraged, but the ventilation system seems to carry away the stench quite well. Reservations appreciated.	207 Banff Avenue (on the main strip on the right hand side as you enter the townsite) Banff, AB 403-762-4055 www	11:30 a.m. - midnight
Harvey's www		Hamburger	Fast Food	Our favourite we-put-on-it-what-you-want hamburger outlet. Watch though; the rating can fluctuate a little between outlets, but this usually stems from the service, not the food.Good vegetarian selection.	Brentwood Village Mall 403 282-2230 400 Country Hills Dr. NW 403 226-9546 (Home Depot)	Calgary International Airport 250-9177 Northgate Village Mall 403 272-9641 2520 - 52 St. NE 403 280-9448	5658 Signal Hill Ctr SW 403 240-0006 6500 MacLeod Tr. S. 403 255-0563 (Home Depot)	#500 3619 - 61 Ave. SE 403 720-0252 7218 Macleod Tr. S 403 258-0132 390 Shawville Blvd. SE 403 201-2505
Highwood www		Gourmet	Buffet	SAIT houses one of the world's great schools for chefs as shown by the number of Olympic medals our cooking teams have won. The Highwood gives these students a change to show their strength. The buffet is one of the largest we have seen. Some of the dishes do try to hard to be new and different, but the overall impression is one of elegance and good taste. Good vegetarian selection. Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	at SAIT 1302 - 16 Ave. NW Enter off 16 Avenue; use the short-term parking lot. The Highwood is in the John Ware Building to the south of the lot. 403 284-8615 Ext. 2	M to F 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Buffet Th 11:00 a.m. Dinner M to Th from 6:00 p.m. F, Sa Catering: 403 210-4492
Il Centro		Italian	Informal	This is how thin crust pizza should be—light not soggy crust, perfectly baked cheese and meats, and fresh vegetables.	6036 3 St. SW (east of Chinook Centre) 403 258-2294	Su closed M to W 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Th 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. F 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sa 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Jonas' Restaurant www		Hungarian	Informal	The speciality here is Hungarian homestyle cuisine. That means hearty dishes with rich sauces and plenty of home–made dumplings or potatoes at a reasonable prices. The dessert crepes are also delicious, but you may have to come back another day to try them as the main courses are quite filling. Good vegetarian selection. Reservations recommended, especially at noon.	937 - 6 Ave. SW 403 262-3302
The Keg Steakhouse & Bar www		Steak	Informal	A good medium-priced steak house. Note: They do not take reservations—for reasons we do not understand—so expect long waits at key times.	Stadium Shopping Centre 1928 Uxbridge Drive NW 403 282-0020	425 - 36 St. NE 403 235-5858	#100 4600 - 130 Ave. SE 403 726-1022	1101 - 5 St. SW 403 266-1036 320-4th Avenue SW (Westin Hotel) 403 699-9843 7104 Macleod Tr. SW 403 253-2534	521 Banff Avenue Banff, AB 403 762-4442 117 Banff Avenue Banff, AB 403 760-3030
Leo Fu's Szechwan & Mandarin Restaurant		Chinese	Informal	A family–run restaurant with well–prepared food and friendly service. There is a buffet Monday to Friday at noon. Good vegetarian selection.	511 70 Ave SW (just off MacLeod Tr.) 403 255-2528	S 4:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. M to Th 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. F 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Sa 4:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Mercato		Italian	Informal	Most people are eager to take advantage of the deli part of Mercato with its wide variety of Italian food from pasta to olives, from sandwiches to cheese. But don't forget the restaurant. The bread is made on site. The soups are hearty and tasty. The sauces are light but rich. In short, for not much more than you would pay for a heavy pasta special elsewhere in the area, you can come here and enjoy what you get thoroughly. Grant, however, is a little disturbed by the fact that there are no free coffee refills. The excuse is that this is slow drip coffee. "So?" Grant asks. Good vegetarian selection.	2224 - 4 St. SW 403 263-5535
The Metropolitan Grill www		General	Informal	The "General" category is becoming crowded, especially in the downtown area, with "business" restaurants—places with an upscale feel catering to the oilpatch crowd with everything from gourmet burgers to AAA steak. The Metropolitan Grill fits well into this category with a crisp business–like décore and high–quality dishes. On our visits the service has been a bit slow. And let's find a bit stronger buns to hold the burgers. Downtown: Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	880 - 16 Ave. SW (Mount Royal Village) 403 802-2393	318 - 8 Ave. SW 403 263-5432	Open daily at 11:00 a.m.
Mongolie Grill		Mongolian	Buffet	A choose–what–you–like–and–they–cook–it–for–you restaurant with a good selection of meats, vegetables, noodles, sauces/condiments and friendly service. Soup, rice and wraps are included as a part of the meal; the cost is based on the weight of what you pick up. There is a 20% discount if you choose vegetarian. They do tend to be a little understaffed. Good vegetarian selection.	1108 - 4 St. SW (SE corner of 11 Ave.) 403 262-7773
Nick's Steakhouse and Pizza www		Steak	Informal	An old Calgary stand by in the traditional steak house mold.	2430 Crowchild Tr. NW (across from the stadium) 403 282-9278 Delivery 282-9278 Catering 263-2377
O Restaurant and Lounge		Bar	Informal	Yes, it is bar food, but as you enter the rich, upscale setting, you know there will be a difference. There are nachos, but with lobster. The burgers are made with three kinds of ground steak. The topping on your pizza may include prosciutto, and you can build your own pasta dish from a variety of fresh, local–if–possible items. Then try a little mini dessert to top off the meal. The portions are large; the prices are reasonable. Try it. for a change from the usual.	2018 - 33 Ave. SW 403 249-0605	Sunday 11 a.m. - 12:00 a.m. M to Sa 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 a.m.
Ouzo Greek Taverna		Greek	Informal	A well–lit blue and white interior give this eatery a refreshing feel with an almost Mediterranean sense of light. Tablecloths add a sense of informal formality. The food is good with large portions, especially with the mousaka, so don't overdo the appetizers.	2005B - 14 St. SW 403 229-1400	Daily Lunch and Dinner
Prego Cucina Italiana		Italian	Lunch	Good Italian food.	Second Level Eau Claire Market SW 403 233-7885	M to F 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. M to Sa 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Rajdoot Restaurant		East Indian	Informal	A relaxing atmosphere with friendly service and good food have established the Rajdoot a long–time Calgary favourite. And a number of combination specials make trying a variety of new dishes easy. Good vegetarian selection.	2424 - 4 St. SW 403 245-0181	Lunch Su to F 11:30 a..m. - 2:00 p.m. Dinner Su to F 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sa 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Regency Palace		Chinese	Informal	We like ordering from the menu better than going to the buffet. This restaurant is well supported by the local Chinese community, who make good use of their excellent banquet service.	4 Ave. & Centre St. S 403 777-2288	Dim sum daily Lunch buffet wkdys and wknds
Ric's Grill www		Steak	Informal	The menu is extensive; the setting, pleasantly subdued and refreshingly modern. The steak is excellent. Some of the side dishes, however, are rather ordinary, and the service is not quite as polished as at some higher–rated steakhouses. But all in all this is a good choice for a bit less money. Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	1436 - 8 St. SW 403 269-7427td>	Su 4:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. M to Th 11:00 a.m. -11:00 p.m. F 11:00 a.m. - midnight Sa 4:00 p.m. - midnight Happy Hour 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saint Germain www		French	Informal	A quiet haven of French cuisine in the heart of downtown Calgary. Good vegetarian selection. Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	115 12th Avenue SW (in the Hotel Arts) 403 290-1322	Su Closed Lunch M to F 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Dinner M to Th 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. F, Sa 5:00 p.m. - 11: 00 p.m.
Samosa Garden		East Indian	Informal	The cuisine here is predominantly East Indian but with a touch of East African and some interesting mutations like Tandoori Caesar Salad as well. The second floor setting is a bright combination of eastern and western artefacts with lots of plants and a view. (OK, it's a view of Sunridge Mall, but there's a lot of fine sky beyond it.) The service is friendly delivering well-presented and tasty dishes. One of our complaints about East Indian food has been small portions, but here we even had some left over. There is no wheelchair entrance, but you can order from the Coffee Culture downstairs if you wish.	#210 3393 - 26 Ave. NE (just south of Peter Lougheed Hospital) 403 250-2515	Lunch Buffet: Su noon - 4:00 p.m. M to Th 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. F, Sa 11: 30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Dinner: Su 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. M to Th 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. F, Sa 5:00 p.m. - midnight
Sam's Bar & Grill		Bar	Informal	Friendly service, a good variety of regular bar dishes like burgers and nachos, plus a number of interesting extras like steak and eggs, omelettes and perogies make this a good choice for a watering hole if you are headed to Kensington. Good vegetarian selection.	1167 Kensington Crescent NW 403 270-3880	Daily, with a buffet brunch on Sundays
San Remo		Italian	Informal	San Remo began as a delightful neighbourhood restaurant in iOakridge. Now it is in Garrison Woods and McKenzie Towne still providing Italian food with that distinctly more delicate northern flavour. Marda Loop: Click here to make reservations through Open Table. Southeast Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	3574 Garrison Gate SW across from Safeway 403 685-5727	#500 26 McKenzie Towne Gate SE 403 271-7874
Sheraton Cavelier Hotel www		Banquet	Informal	There is ample free parking at the Sheraton, and this is always a plus for large groups. Again we are pleasantly surprised with the food at this location hidden in the far northeast in the heart of stripmall country. Good vegetarian selection, if you choose it.	2620 32 Ave. NE (just off Barlow Trail) 403 291-0107
Sunterra www		General	Informal	Most Calgarians have shopped at the high–end produce market, Sunterra. Many have tried their take–out dishes. But some have certainly mused, "Wouldn't it be wonderful to have them make an omelette right here for me or a burger or a sandwich or a salad or even a main course,, especially if that could be done for a reasonable price." Well, dreams have come true with the larger eat–in area in the West Market Square store. The dishes are simple but tasty and wholesome and economical. Give it a try. Good vegetarian selection.	West Market Square 1851 Sirocco Dr. SW 403 266-3049 Britannia Shopping Plaza 803-49 Avenue SW (Elbow Dr. & 49 Ave. SW) 403 287-0553	Bankers Hall +15 level, 855-2 St. SW 403 269-3610 TransCanada Tower +15 level, 450- 1 St. SW 403 262-8240 Gulf Canada Square +15 level, 401-9 Ave. SW 403 263-9756
Ticino www		Swiss	Informal	Banff has become home to a number of Swiss natives who have made this the fondue capital of Canada. This is an up-scale restaurant with a Swiss Italian emphasis. This adds pastas to fondue, and then complements this whole mix with local meats and flavours to make it more Banffish. Reservations recommended.	415 Banff Avenue (on the main strip, just before you reach the "tourist district" in the High Country Inn.) Banff, AB 403-762-3838,	Swiss Breakfast 7:30 a.m. - 10: 30 a.m. Dinner 5:30 p.m. - last reservation10:30
Tim Hortons www		Coffee	Informal	Our first problem was classifying Timmy's. It started out, of course, as a doughnut shop, but now serves everything from breakfast sandwiches to soup and chili. But most people think of it as their supplier of coffee. So, although it doesn't have the many speciality preparations of the others in this category, we decided that we would go with the coffee designation. Mind you, Grant found the coffee a bit bitter for his taste, but Dorothy balanced this out with an opinion that their hot chocolate was among the best around. And as we both thought the food items, including the doughnuts, were great tastse and value for the price, we finally did manage to come up with a rating. Good vegetarian selection.	Use the store locator to find the location nearest to you. Or step out the door, and you will probably see one.
Trawlers Seafood Kitchen www		Seafood	Informal	Great fish and chips and chowder. Halbut and chips	1515 - 14 St. SW 403 245-6311	Su 11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. M to Th 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. F 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sa 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Vietnam Restaurant		Vietnamese	Informal	Wonderful food served in a casual atmosphere.	2 Floor 227 - 12 Ave. SE 403 263-0995	Daily 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Avenue Diner www		Diner	Informal	Here we have upscale dinering on the downtown restaurant strip. The prices. however, remain in the diner bracket, and the portions are as they should be—truck-driver breakfast size. Though the food quality seems to have dropped a little recently. Good vegetarian selection.	105A - 8 Ave. SW 403 263-2673	M to F 7:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. Sa, Su 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Boyd's Seafood Restaurant		Seafood	Informal	Good fish, but all cooked with a sameness in presentation.	5211 MacLeod Tr. S 403 253-7575.
Broken Plate Kitchen & Bar		Greek	Informal	Large, tasty portions of good Greek food. Good vegetarian selection. www	302 - 10 Streeet NW 283-6300	#590 10816 Macleod Tr. SE (in Willow Park) 403 225-9650	159-1829 Ranchlands Boulevard NW 403 239-8887
Buchanan's		Steak	Informal	This is a good steak place for the west end of downtown crowd. Their burgers have been rated by others as the best in town. We would say they are very good ground steak sandwiches, but for real burgers we would go elsewhere.	738 - 3 Ave. SW 403 261-4646	Su Closed M to F 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sa 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Chianti Café and Restaurant		Italian	Informal	Remember that we judge restaurants by what they are supposed to be. So with that in mind, we went to Chianti expecting a "reasonably priced" basic meal. And that is just what we got. The service was friendly. The bread was warm and tasty, and the food was good no-frills Italian fare. Watch for their specials, and you can make the experience even more reasonable. Good vegetarian selection.	#444 - 10816 Macleod Tr. S. (Willow Park Village) 403 225-0010	1438 - 17 Ave. SW 403 229-1600	#300 20 Crowfoot Cr. NW (Crowfoot Crossing) 403 547-5020	2805 - 32 Ave. NE 403 291-2707
cilantro		Gourmet	Informal	Like Dr. Who's TARDIS, this original store building on 17 Avenue is larger inside than out, but retains a friendly hominess as it surrounds you with warm wood on all sides. The staff are FEK—friendly, efficient, knowledgeable. The food, however, while quite creative in its combinations and certainly tasty in general was lukewarm, and no one dish that anyone ordered cried out to be tried again. Reservations are recommended, at noon especially.	338 - 17 Ave. SW 403 229-1177
Crete Souvlaki		Greek	Fast Food	This rates among the most unusual locations for a restaurant, situated as it is in a gas station, convenience store complex. This is simple Greek food in a Styrofoam box, but on a return for cost basis what you get is a good value. There are a couple of tables, but we found the confusion and gas fumes make this an ideal take out place. Good vegetarian selection.	2623 - 17 Ave. SW 403 246-4777	Take Out Hours Sa, Su , Holidays 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. M to F 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Da Paolo Ristorante		Italian	Formal	The food here is excellent, but the service has never left us fully satisfied. Reservations are recommended. Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	121 17 Ave SE 403 228-5556	M to F 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. M to Sa 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Closed Su
Dragon Pearl Restaurant www		Chinese	Informal	This restaurant has been in Inglewood for about a billion years and is well-known throughout the city. And there are touches of that heritage still to be seen—the red, electrically-lit altar just across from the crimson Coca-Cola clock. But especially in the last little while the decor has gradually been updated to give the space a comfortable, current look. The food is good, and we have noticed that they have spiced it up as the general population has grown more accustomed to hotter dishes. Good vegetarian selection.	1223a 9 Ave. SW 403 233-8810	Su 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., 4:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. M to Th 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Fr 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. - 10: 30 p.m. Sa 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., 4:30 pm. - 10:00 p.m.
Earl's		General	Informal	Earl's serves good food at reasonable prices, but among the good dishes are some very ordinary ones, and some of the small details, like homemade fries are missing, and the hamburger buns don't seem strong enough to support the hamburgers. Good vegetarian selection.	#600 5005 Dalhousie Dr. NW 403 547-5723 1110 - 16Ave. NW 403 289-2556	3030 - 23 St. NE 403 291-6700	2401 4 St. SW 403 228-4141 Westhills Shopping Centre 403 246-7171 315 - 8 Ave. SW (Banker's Hall) 403 265-3275 10640 Macleod Tr. S. 403 278-7860	3012 - 17 Ave. SE 403 271-3275	201 Wolfe St. Banff 403 762-4414
Eddy's Nest Pizza, Pasta & Steak		Pizza	Take Out/ Delivery	We are judging this one only on the "pizza" part. Take out steak seems a little sacrilegious. But the pizza is full–bodied though a little on the un-spicy side. There is free delivery for those within a 5 km. radius. Good vegetarian selection.	735 - 12 Ave. SW 403 244-3838
1886 Café		General	Informal	This small café is set in one of the last original wooden buildings in the Prince's Island area, right in the middle of the Eau Claire Market complex. They specialize in breakfast, and the food is good, but the service rather unfriendly.	187 Barclay Parade SW (Eau Claire Market) 403 269-9255	Open 7 days a week at 7 a.m.
Falafel King www		Middle Eastern	Informal	Good falafels served with a why-are-you-bothering-us attitude. Good vegetarian selection.	1610 - 10 St. SW 403 802-5464	225 - 8 Ave. SW
Farm www		Cheese	Informal	With the rich heritage (and cheese) of Janice Beaton behind it (figuratively as well as literally), this restaruant has much to offer. You can go in for cheese tasting and wine sipping or look for something more hearty such as mac n' cheese or farm fresh sausages, keeping on an eye an the blackboard for daily specials. Our only disappointment was the size–of–protion to price ratio. Reservations are accepted for groups of six or more. Good vegetarian selection.	1006 - 17 Ave. SW 403 245-2276	Su to Th 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. F - Sa 11:30 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Galaxie Diner www		Diner	Informal	Here was a restaurant that saw a split in the vote between Grant and Dorothy. Dorothy thought the hashbrowns were a bit salty and found the coffee strong. Grant downed the coffee and had helping after helping of the hashbrown refills. Then there was a debate as to whether it was on the 17 Ave. strip--It is just south of 17th.-- or whether it should be under the downtown listings. So here is the final decision: This downtown, breakfast-all-day type diner provides just what it promises-- good old-fashioned breakfasts, burgers, sandwiches and home made milkshakes. Some will like it more than others, but that is always the case. Give it a try and decide for yourself, but take cash as they do not accept credit cards.	1414 - 11 St. SW 403 228-0001	Sa, Su, Hol 7:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. M to F 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Gee Gong		Chinese	Noodle House	This is a local Chinese fast food eatery, so don't expect anything fancy in service or on the menu, but the food is good and the place is packed especially at lunch time. It's also a good place to buy barbecued pork to take home.	206c Centre St. S 403 264-1533	Su 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. M to Th 10:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. F 10:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sa 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Hawkwood Palace Restaurant		Chinese	Informal	Friendly staff in a pleasant setting make this a sure destination for those in the area. Our decision was split on the food, however. There are some very good dishes, but these are balanced by some quite ordinary ones. So we're sitting on the fence with a 4 rating. You can come to your own conclusions. Good vegetarian selection.	555 Hawkwood Blvd. NW 403 241-1888
Il Giardino www		Italian	Informal	The setting is pleasantly country Italian with a relaxed staff to make you feel right at home. The selection is broad with choices for every taste and palette. Overall we enjoyed out meal, but found that as with many other restaurants the vegetables are the weak point, as if all the time and effort has been spent on the meat and pasta dishes. but note that the advantages of wheelchair accessibility are somewhat offset by the fact that some of the restaurant is up a few steps.	344 - 17 Ave. SW (sw corner of 4 St. & 17 Ave.; parking off 15 Ave.) 403 541-0088	Su 4:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. M to Th 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. F, Sa 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Jacqueline's Bistro		General	Informal	The setting is definitely bistro, small, cosy and friendly.The food, however, is certainly not wedded to any particular genre. Yes there is French onion soup, but the menu wanders off into ribs cooked in root beer and butter chicken. Basically there is something for everyone. The sad news is that our 4 rating is low for the overall quality of the food. We truly enjoyed the meal. Unfortunately we ordered the cheese fondu that came as a ball of cheese in a pot over a candle that had no hope of heating it to the proper temperature. Our suggestion is to go here, have a meal, avoid the fondu and give it your own rating. Good vegetarian selection. Reservations recommended.	# 101-816 Willow Park Drive SE 403 271-1951	Lunch M to Fr 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Sa noon - 3:00 p.m. Dinner Tu to Th 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Fr 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sa 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Joey Tomato's Mediterranean Grill www		Italian	Informal	The food is filling, trendy "Mediterranean", but the service can be slow.	#50 Crowfoot Way NW 403 547-5639	3026 23rd Street NE 403 219-8465	208 Barclay Parade SW (Eau Claire Market) 403 263-6336	100A 6455 MacLeod Trail SW (Chinook Centre) 403 692-6626
The Keg Steakhouse & Bar www		Steak	Informal	A good medium-priced steak house though we have found a definite wabble in quality with the Stadium location coming out above most of the others. Except at their downtown locations and for reasons we do not understand, they do not take reservations, so expect long waits at key times.	Stadium Shopping Centre 1928 Uxbridge Drive NW 403 282-0020	425 - 36 St. NE 403 235-5858	#100 4600 - 130 Ave. SE 403 726-1022	1101 - 5 St. SW 403 266-1036 320-4th Avenue SW (Westin Hotel) 403 699-9843 7104 Macleod Tr. SW 403 253-2534	521 Banff Avenue Banff, AB 403 762-4442 117 Banff Avenue Banff, AB 403 760-3030
The Lazy Loaf & Kettle		Bakery	Informal	Let's begin with the good stuff. This bakery provides excellent breads and cakes, cookies and squares, and situated just off Memorial Drive below Foothills Hospital, it affords an easy opportunity to take something yummy home for dinner. Some evenings there is live music, and works for sale by local artists hang on the walls. The coffee, however, can dip into the ordinary and the tables tend to be a bit crummy---literally. Sadly on our first visit as sit down customers, two staff members chatted while a line up formed at the till, but we shall continue to drop by, so watch for further developments. Good vegetarian selection.	8 Parkdale Cres. NW 403 270-7810	Su, Holidays 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. M to F 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sa 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
The Main Dish www		General	Takeout	The is a high–quality take out establishment with everything from soup and sandwiches to salads and main courses. Here is the perfect place to stop to pick up the lunch you were too rushed to make or the dinner you are to exhausted to prepare. There is also plenty of room to eat in. And keep in mind their brunches on weekends and full service fine dining on Saturday nights. Good vegetarian selection.	903 General Ave. NE (1 Ave. NE and 8A St.) 403 266-DISH (3474)	Daily 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Manuel Latruwe Belgian Patisserie & Bread Shop		Bakery	Informal	This was a difficult review, as Manuel Latruwe produces excellent pastries, and an assortment of quiches and sandwiches as well. So far, so good. But we went especially for the belgium waffle breakfast, and this is what lost them points. The waffles were not particularly bad. But they were not big, pudgy Belgium ones, but rather very thin, somewhat anemic ones, with good toppings, but not horrifically superior to any number of other breakfast places in Calgary. Thus they ended up with a somewhat lower score than we would like to have given them, but with a high recommendation for the pasteries and other treats. Good vegetarian selection.	1333-1313 1 St. SE (southbound Macleod Tr.) 403-261-1092	Tu to Sa 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Marathon Ethiopian Restaurant		Ethiopian	Informal	The food here is quite tasty, reminiscent of Indian cuisine but with its own particular blend of spices. The meal is usually eaten with one's hands from a large common serving dish using barley bread that looks, but thank goodness doesn't taste, like thin foam rubber. The staff were freindly, but seemed to disappear once the meal began. And the washrooms could use a little more attention. Good vegetarian selection. but note that males in the group will have to use the women's bathroom on the main floor.	130 - 10 St. NW 403 283-6796 924- 17 Ave. SW 403 802-1580	Tu to Su 11:00 a.m. - midnight M noon - midnight
Margarita's Dishes		Eastern European	Informal	This is a part of our great project of eating our way through the Calgary Farmer's Market. The food at this particular stand is a mixture of Ukrainian and German home cooking. (We always worry about home cooking as we have been in some homes where the cooking wasn't that enticing.) Here we got a split verdict. The cabbage rolls and sauerkraut were average; the schnitzel and latka's good. So we split at a 4. Good vegetarian selection.	Calgary' Farmers' Market (the old Currie Barracks)
Matador Pizza & Steak House		Pizza / Steak	Informal	This is another of those restaurants that seem to have been around forever, and in this case, the longevity appears to be deserved. The setting is fresh and bright. The service is friendly, and the thin crust pizza is made with the freshest and tastiest of ingredients. The steak side of the menu we found rather ordinary, so the compromise was a "4" right on the category cusp.	4625 Varsity Dr. NW (just north of Market Mall) 403 286-3133	Su & Holidays 4:00 p.m. - 10 p.m. M 4:00 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Tu to Sa 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 a.m.
Milestone's Grill & Bar www		General	Informal	What we have here is an upscale Earl's with everything from hamburgers to pasta and steak to nachos—all with a certain sense of style and friendly service. Again though in this mix there are some hits and some misses. Reservations are recommended at peak times. Good vegetarian selection.	107 - 8 Ave. SE 403 410-9521	Milestones South Centre 403 225-1150
Moroccan Castle www		Moroccan	Informal	The atmosphere of a Moroccan hideaway surrounds you in your private eating space, but this restaurant doesn't do the details as well as The Sultan's Tent. For example, the water for hand washing isn't scented, and there is no bread provided, making eating properly with one's hands more difficult. We also found the dessert rather heavy. But we did appreciate the separate dining area for smokers. Good vegetarian selection. But stairs will limit your access to certain parts of the restaurant.	217 - 19 Street NW 403 283-5452
Moti Mahal Restaurant www		East Indian	Informal	This bright, spacious restaurant offers a wide selection of well-prepared Kashmiri food, avoiding the bland spicing of hot dished that some other eateries use to pamper the western pallet. As with many East Indian restaurants, however, we do have some concern with the dish size vs. price ratio, and free fill ups on the coffee might be a good idea. Reservations Recommended. Good vegetarian selection.	#201 1805 - 14 Street SW 403 228-9990	Midnapore Mall (Macleod Tr & Midlake Blvd. S 201-7336
Moxie's www		General	Informal	With everything from burgers and sandwiches to pasta and pizza on the menu, restaurants like Moxie's are difficult to grade. Often one or two superb items are dragged down by numerous bland ones, or "home style" can mean you should just have stayed at home and made the sandwich yourself. However, we believe the Moxie's does do things well, and deserves a try if you want a wide variety of items from which to choose at reasonable prices. Good vegetarian selection.	#13 3625 Shaganappi Tr. NW 403 288-2663	Sandman Hotel Barlow & McKnight NE 403 291-4636	West Hills 120 Stewart Gr. SW 403 246-0366 888- 7 Ave. SW 403 234-7507 1331 - 17 Ave. SW 403 228-1447	Chinook Centre 6455 Macleod Tr. S 403 259-5742 10606 Southport Road. SW 403 225-9598 41 Shawville Blvd. SE 403 254-5100
Murrieta's West Coast Bar & Grill		Grill	Informal	The old stone walls of the former Alberta Hotel site mixed with dark wood and a spectacular skylight give their Calgary location a feel of the old west. The food, however, is a bit more difficult to define. "West Coast" says sea food, and it is plentiful. The name has a ring of the old American southwest, and the appropriate spices are present. Although everything was well prepared, there was nothing we tried that really grabbed us. Reservations Recommended	#200 808 - 1 St. SW 403 269-7707	2nd Floor, 737 Main St. Canmore
Original Joe's Restaurant and Bar www		Bar	Informal	The usual neighbourhood drinkery type of dishes with some hits, like the hamburgers, and some misses, like the Caesar salad. Also, as with many such establishments, the background mood music made conversation diffiuclt.	2047 - 34 Ave. SW one block south of the centre of Marda Loop 403 242-4040	2118 4 St. SW 403 802-3800 109 8 Ave. SW 403 262-7248	1220 Kensington Rd. NW 403 670-5637	#105 4820 Northland Dr. NW 403 282-5225	#305 3690 Westwinds Dr. NE 403 277-1722	12100 Macleod Tr. SE (Avenida Centre) #1009 163 Quarry Park Blvd. SE 403 203-8631
Osteria de Medici		Italian	Informal	Excellent, but overpriced.	210 10 St. NW 403 283-5553	Su 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. M to Sa 11:30 a.m. - midnight
Parkerhouse Grill & Wine Bar www		Bar	Lunch	We stopped by for lunch at this popular downtown haunt and found a staff eager to talk about the food and quite attentive in spite of the size of the crowd. And it was also pleasant to discover that we didn't feel crowded or that we had to shout to be heard. There is a good variety of food on the menu from mac and cheese to steak and clam chowder to pizza. Following the current trend in Calgary eating some of the old favourites have been spiffed up for the more discerning palate. There are some real treats in the process, but unfortunately some misses as well. All in all, it's worth a visit, if only for the rolls—parkerhouse, of course. Reservations recommended. Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	131 6 Ave. SW 403 237-9585
Pegasus Restaurant Ltd.		Greek	Informal	Great Greek food, but with small portions.	1101 14 St. SW	403 229-1231	M to Th 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., 5 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. F, Sa 5 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Pho Xuan		Vietnamese	Informal	The decor is minimal, though in a rather authentic way. The portions are large, making this an excellent spoonful/dollar place to eat, though the largess of the portions is balanced out by a sight downturn in the quality of some ingredients, like the barbecued pork..	920 - 36 St. NE (across from T & T) 403 204-1299
Red Devil Barbecue & Grill		Grill	Informal	This is one of those restaurants that stands right on the cusp between two categories. Would we return or wouldn't we? The ribs and other meat dishes were excellent. However, on the other hand, the extras were weak: buns not quite sure if they were warm or not, potatoes that were ordinary and beans right from the can. Reservation are taken on weekdays	131 Crowfoot Terrace NW Crowfoot Crossing 403 208-0303
Red Lobster www		Seafood	Informal	Sea food, but as with many such Calgary restaurants, deep frying and pan frying seem to be the most creative they can get.	#100 6100 Macleod Tr. SW (across from Chinook) 403 252-818	312 - 35 St. NE 403 248-8111	2316 - 16 Ave. NW 403 282-0952	Su to Th 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. F, Sa 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
River Café www		Gourmet	Informal	Go here to see Calgary at its best: a pleasant island setting in the middle of the downtown. Go here to marvel at what can be done with an old hotdog outlet. Go here for good service. The food? Some excellent dishes, but many ordinary ones dressed up in expensive trappings. Yes, it is worth a visit, but the taste bud titillation for dollar ration is better elsewhere. Click here to make reservations through Open Table.	Prince's Island Park 403 261-7670	Lunch Dinner Weekend Brunch
Ruan Thai Restaurant		Thai	Buffet	The lunch buffet doesn't reflect the best of the regular menu, and the usually quite extensive vegetarian selection is sadly missing.	1324 11 Ave. SW 403 262-7066	M to F 11:30 a.m. Holidays Closed
Ruan Thai Restaurant		Thai	Informal	With a large menu of excellent dishes, the Ruan Thai has been one of our traditional choices for Thai food in the west end of the Beltline. Dorothy particularly appreciated the menu which showed which dished were ordered most often by customers. However, although the food is still well-prepared, the rating has dropped recently as the service has become slow and far less friendly.Good vegetarian selection.	1324 11 Ave. SW 403 262-7066	M to F 11:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sa, Su Summer 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Winter 4:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Su, Holidays Closed
SAIT 4 Nines Cafeteria		General	Fast Food	Having enjoyed the haute cuisine of the Highwood at SAIT, we decided to see how the common people eat, so joined the students and staff at the cafeteria around the corner. OK, it is campus fast food, but it squeaked into the 4 rating with a good variety of dishes including the unusual at prices even students can afford.	SAIT 1302 - 16 Ave. NW The cafeteria is in the basement of the John Ware Building. www	M to F 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Spicy Hut		Thai	Informal	Good southeast Asian food.	203b 4 St. NE 403 237-0830	Su 4:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. M to Th 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. F, Sa 11 a.m. - midnight
Spicy Hut		Thai	Lunch Special	A good variety of southeast Asian dishes, with good lunch specials. (See the separate of their regular menu.)	203b 4 St. NE 403 237-0830	Su 4:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. M to Th 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. F, Sa 11 a.m. - midnight
Spolumbo's Fine Foods and Deli www		Deli	Informal	On your way through Inglewood, stop here to build your own sandwich or try one of the house compositions. There is good value for fresh, wholesome food in a no smoking environment, and on the way out remember to stop at the deli and pick up some of the sausages for which Spolumbo's is renowned. The only ingredient missing was a touch of the "special" or the "different" and Grant, being rather slow, wished they would list all the cold meats and sausages at the sandwich counter so he could tell exactly what the choices were.	1308 - 9 Ave. SE 403 264-6452	Su & Holidays Closed M to Sa 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Starbucks Coffee Comapny Ltd.		Coffee	Informal	For a good cardboard cup of standardized coffee from a limited menu, this is the place to go. Good vegetarian selection.	Multitudinous locations. Check by Location.
Steeps		Tea	Informal	A mixture of mismatched wooden tables and chairs gives this teahouse a rustic at home atmosphere. The knowledgeable staff help you explore the world of tea, encouraging you to test the aroma of various kinds before making your selection The snacks are top quality as well. Of course, there is a good vegetarian selection.	880 - 16 Ave. SW (in Mount Royal Village) 403 209-0076
Sushi Kawa		Japanese	Informal	The décore is simple ecclectic with a touch of Japanese, but the food is Japanese all the way. And you may even get to watch sumo wrestling on TV as you eat. This help you keep the calories in mind. We visited Sushi Kawa when it first opened, then again recently, and unfortunately the service has slipped a little, but we hope will be back on track soon. Good vegetarian selection.	2204 - 4 St. SW 403 802-0058	Dinner Su 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. M to Th 5 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. F, Sa 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Lunch M to Sa 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
T & T Gourmet www		Chinese	Fast Food	After shopping at T & T, one of the largest oriental supermarkets in Calgary, you should remember that this is also the place to find a good, inexpensive, fast meal at their deli. But beware as Dorothy couldn't finish her three-choice meal, it was so large. There is a good variety of Chinese dishes, though we did feel a little more spice would have added to the meal.	Pacific Place # 800 999 - 36 St NE 403 569-6888 M to Th 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. F to Su 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.	Harvest Hills Crossing #1000 - 9650 Harvest Hills Blvd. NE 403 237-6608 M to Th 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. F -toSu 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Taj Mahal www		Indian	Informal	This restaurant has a long history in Calgary and still serves a fine selection of Indian dishes done to your desired degree of hotness. The buffet is excellent. In fact, the only problem we have had here is the service where there is often an unfortunate forgetfulness on the part of the staff. The food, however, makes up for these short-comings. Good vegetarian selection.	4816 Macleod Tr. SW 403 243-6362	Su 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. M to Th 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. F, Sa 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 5 p.m. - midnight
Thai Sai-On		Thai	Informal	This one of Calgary's oldest Thai restaurants, established even before Thai food became trendy. Its continuing popularity is well-deserved with good-sized, well-spiced portions; however, the service has slowed down a bit the last couple of times we have dropped in. Remember too that with Thai food you can use a fork and throw away those chop sticks. Good vegetarian selection.	351 - 10 Ave. SW 403 264-3526	Su Closed M to F Lunch 11:30 a.m.; Dinner 5:00 p.m. Sa Dinner 5:00 p.m.
Tommy Burger Bar		Hamburgers	Informal	Tommy's prompted a long discussion in our group even after we left the premises. On one side, there were those who appreciated the fact that this was a real restaurant with servers, soups, salads, milkshakes and desserts. On the other side were those who thought that paying a dollar or more for every topping on what they called a "restaurant burger" was a little much. You decide. We ended up on the cusp between the 3 and 4 categories. Good vegetarian selection.	9629 Macleod Tr. S. 403 258-0668	Su to Th 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. F, Sa 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Tony Roma's www		Ribs	Informal	Great ribs and other grilled things. What more can one say?	131 Crowfoot Terrace NW 403 264-7427	3010 - 23 St. NE 403 242-7427	6712 MacLeod Tr. S 403 301-7427 #600 - 16061 Macleod Tr. S 403 873-7427 #31 4307 - 130 Ave. SE 403 244-7427	138 Banff Ave. (in the Mt. Royal Hotel) Banff, AB 403 760-8540
The Verve		Gourmet	Informal	The menu begins with a strong Italian base and then moves all over the culinary map from Thai to hamburgers. The food is enjoyable. There are some excellent dishes, like the soups, and some other ordinary ones. We shall probably give it another try just to see if perhaps this was an off day. Good vegetarian selection.	512 - 23 Ave. SW 403 229-9366	S 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. M to F 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. M to Sa 5:00 p.m. - close
Vicious Circle www		Bar	Informal	Martinis is the key word here with a vast variety available. Some may push the definition of the drink, but who cares? They have some wonderful flavours. The menu includes lounge usuals like nachos and some less current items like perogies. The entrées fall into three categories: flat bread pizzas, melts and pastas. Generally we found the main dishes quite good, but some of munchies like the nachos quite ordinary. While there, watch for the artist of the month. You may find a new local favourite. Also if the sun is not shining, there may be a low light warning for those with poorer eyesight.	1011 - 1 St. SW 403 269-3951	Su 5:30 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. M to Th 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 a.m. F 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 a.m. Sa noon 2:00 a.m.
Villa Firenze		Italian	Informal	Tucked away between the forks of Edmonton Trail, this is one of Calgary's long-standing Italian restaurants. The converted house setting provides a bright and airy place for the enjoyment of classical Italian dishes. The sauces are wonderful, but we do feel that a little more emphasis could go on what lies beneath the toppings and subtleties like coffee refills.	610 1 Ave. NE 403 264-4297	Su Closed M to Sa 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

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