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 Casual sidewalk cafe |
2116 4 Street Southwest Calgary, AB T2S 1W7 Canada +1 403 228 5377 |
Come in for a three-course meal or just coffee and desert. Colorfully decorated and offering a choice of seating from split-level restaurant to the more spacious, informal bar, this casual sidewalk cafe is located in the heart of the 4th Street restaurant district. The outdoor patio is perfect for a chilled margarita in summer. A large choice of cafe-style menu items includes pizza, pasta dishes, fajitas and fusion-influenced salads. Vegetarians will have a variety of choices, as will those with special dietary requirements. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Tasty Vietnamese subs. |
101, 4 - 14 Street Northwest Calgary, AB T2N 1Z4 Canada +1 403 270 2090 |
Located on the edge of downtown, this tiny cafe specializes in tasty Vietnamese cuisine. The menu is small and features delicious Vietnamese-style submarines, beef noodle soups, vermicelli, and combination rice dishes such as stir-fried lemon grass chicken. There is also a large selection of beverages including jackfruit shakes, lemon soda and sublime Vietnamese coffee. The simple decor, accented by plastic trees and wooden parrots, won't win any awards, but the food here is fantastic and staggeringly cheap. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine Asian cuisine |
295-1623 Centre Street Northwest 2nd Level Calgary, AB T2E 2S2 Canada +1 403 277 2000 |
Centrally located at 16th Avenue and Center Street North, the Central Grand is a down-to-earth eatery that specializes in Asian cuisine. The menu consists of a huge selection of traditional Chinese and Cantonese items, as well as daily North American lunch specials, including soups, sandwiches and salads. The bright and lively décor adds to the warmth and vitality of the dining area; there is ample seating for about 120 people and take-out is also available. Grand Central is close to shopping malls, banking and grocery stores. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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In the heart of Kensington |
1140 Kensington Road Northwest Calgary, AB T2N 3P3 Canada +1 403 283 6165 |
Charly Chan's has been feeding Calgarians delicious Asian food for close to ten years. Located in the heart of Kensington, Charly Chan's seats approximately 95 people. The restaurant is bright, clean and contemporary. During the warm months, you can take advantage of their lovely outdoor patio. They specialize in Asian cuisine including Thai and Szechuan—they make some of the best ginger fried beef in the city. Be sure to inquire about their daily specials. They have a large selection of both domestic and imported beers and wines. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Head to Chinatown |
197 1st Street Southwest Calgary, AB T2P 1R7 Canada +403 265 4738 |
The Emperor Seafood Restaurant is located in the heart of Chinatown in the Chinese Cultural Center. It is a large and popular spot for both tourists as well as locals, so if you're going for lunch, go early. They also offer a dessert bar and extensive wine menu. The Emperor is large, spacious and bright and you can choose either a large tables or a cozy booth, but reservations are recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Healthy, delicious noodles |
3132 26th Street Northeast Calgary, AB T1Y 6Z1 Canada +1 403 250 8123 |
This cozy little noodle house does a booming business these days, partly due to the fact that people are more health conscious and dodging the burger and fries trip. The other reason is the great tasting food. Fat Kee offers delicious Asian fare like spring rolls and noodles, at really reasonable prices. Choose from their soups and noodle dishes along with three kinds of rice and a choice of chicken, beef or rib dishes for your entrée. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Calgary's best ginger beef |
3802 Brent Road Northwest Calgary, AB T2L 1K8 Canada +1 403 282 5090 |
This popular Chinese restaurant is consistently voted as one of the city's best, especially for its namesake dish. The staff is friendly and the decor rather simple, consisting mainly of Chinese calligraphy and the requisite goldfish tank. At lunch the place is jammed with diners enjoying the tempting buffet. The restaurant is fully licensed; offers take-out and delivery service and is a fine place for a no-nonsense Chinese feed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Noodles with a view |
D100 3rd Avenue Calgary, AB T2G 0B7 Canada +1 403 237 7321 |
This bright Chinatown restaurant specializes in Hong Kong-style cuisine. The extensive menu features familiar and tasty Chinese specialties including noodles, Chinese barbecue, duck and chicken dishes, curries, seafood, beef and pork dishes, rice bowls and much more. The decor is rather plain and cafeteria-style, but the service is friendly and the big second-floor windows give an excellent view of the busy neighborhood. Come for lunch on the weekend and enjoy some tasty noodles while watching Chinatown bustle below. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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In the heart of Chinatown |
115 2nd Avenue Southeast Calgary, AB T2P 1R7 Canada +1 403 266 2234 |
Located in the heart of Chinatown, Ho Won's is a bustling and busy place that radiates with energy and has a reputation for serving quick, delicious food at great prices, so if you come for lunch on weekdays, be prepared to wait. Be sure to ask about their fried shrimp pancakes and deep fried shrimp balls; on the weekends, you can order Dim Sum. They also have an extensive wine menu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Vietnamese-French fusion |
315 8 Avenue Southwest 2nd Floor, Bankers Hall Calgary, AB T2P 4K1 Canada +1 403 263 6929 |
This restaurant, located in a major downtown office building, offers an interesting blend of French and Vietnamese cuisines. Though a little tight and noisy, this small café offers reasonably priced and beautifully presented fare, from various simple noodle dishes to more elaborate concoctions of duck and seafood. The service is friendly and quick, making for a brief but satisfying lunchtime getaway for the harried business crowd from the surrounding office towers. The average price is typically less than CAD10 a head. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mongolian cuisine |
349 10th Avenue Southwest Calgary, AB T2R 0A5 Canada +1 403 232 8800 |
Perhaps the most interesting thing about this restaurant is the " food bar," where you choose from the authentic Mongolian foods and sauces and they do all the work! It is a fun alternative to dining out at the usual places. The Khublai seats approximately 65 people in a modern and contemporary atmosphere. They offer a self-serve buffet, and extend senior discounts on Sundays and Mondays. The Mongolian cuisine includes stir-fries, vegetarian dishes and even seafood. They have a large selection of wines, and reservations are recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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An authentic Japanese sushi bar |
Bsmt 908 17 Avenue Southwest Calgary, AB T2T 0A4 Canada +1 403 245 3188 |
Kyoto 17 Restaurant is an elegant Japanese sushi bar and dining room where the courteous staff will welcome you with a smile and excellent service. Experience an authentic Japanese atmosphere while enjoying a private meal or sit at the sushi bar and order straight from the friendly chefs themselves. Choose from an assortment of freshly prepared sushi, as well as tempura, seafood and chicken dishes. Why not try robata-yaki (Japanese Barbecue)—delicious. A glass of wine or traditional saki is a must to accompany your selection. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The best ginger fried beef |
511 70th Avenue Southwest Calgary, AB T2V 0P5 Canada +1 403 255 2528 |
Leo Fu's specialties are Szechuan dumplings and ginger fried beef; the secret of their special beef, they say, lies in the fact that they only deep-fry the beef for seconds before adding generous spices and sauce. Although the setting is casual dining, the food is definitely not. Their dining room seats about 65 people, and the service is fast and efficient. They specialize in Szechuan and Mandarin cuisine and offer a dozen different type of noodle dishes. They are licensed for beer and wine and offer take-out. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mighty fine Peking cuisine |
4714 1st Street Southwest Calgary, AB T2G 0A2 Canada +1 403 243 8779 |
Like the name suggests, Lilly's is a great place to go if you're hankering for delicious, nutritious Peking cuisine. They pride themselves on using only the freshest of ingredients and choice spices, and that's what sets Lilly's apart from the rest. Contemporary and elegant, Lilly's exudes a warmth and intimacy few restaurants actually achieve. Their staff is friendly and attentive and ready to accept even the most obscure of special orders. They also have a number of vegetarian dishes and are fully licensed for beer and wine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine Indian dining |
100 1204 Kensington Road Northwest Calgary, AB T2N 3P5 Canada +1 403 270 3133 |
This smoke-free Kensington restaurant, accented with marble floors and carved woodwork, specializes in delicious Indian cuisine. The menu features baked specialties from their tandoor oven such as tandoori murgh and murgh malai tikka. There are lamb, chicken, beef and seafood dishes, a long list of vegetarian specialties, and Indian appetizers, soups, breads and desserts. The liquor list includes Indian beers and wines ranging. Maurya offers weekday lunch and Sunday brunch buffets. They also do catering. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant sushi house |
7-1915 32 Avenue North East Calgary, AB T2E 6R6 Canada +1 403 250 1688 |
With cherry wood accents, paper lanterns and subtle lighting, this restaurant is an elegant venue for fine Japanese dining. The menu features traditional Japanese cuisine including salad, don, noodles, tempura, yakimono, and, of course, a wide assortment of sushi. Misai is fully licensed and a range of sake and Japanese beer is available. VIP tatami rooms are suited to meetings or private functions, and a free shuttle service is available for large luncheon groups or dinner guests from northeast hotels. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A healthy and fresh alternative |
405, 5005 Dalhousie Drive Northwest Calgary, AB T3A 5R8 Canada +1 403 286 7779 |
The Mongolie Grill is a large restaurant that seats about 75 and offers a fresh and healthy alternative to the regular dining scene. You pay by the gram, and after selecting the various fillings such as seafood, raw vegetables, meats and spices, the cooks go to work, and create their magic. It is a nice way to spend an evening and the stir-fries are always quick and delicious. Because it is the only one of its kind in the NW area, they do a booming business at lunchtime. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Vietnamese delights |
104 58th Avenue Southeast Calgary, AB T2H 0A4 Canada +1 403 253 8189 x2 |
This large and airy restaurant has a beautiful wraparound bar. The dining room is large (seats up to 250), decorated with Vietnamese artwork and can be divided into as many as five separate rooms. The Vietnamese cuisine is prepared with great care. Try the rice vermicelli and seafood wraps, or check out the many spicy meats or sizzling vegetarian dishes. Because this is a popular spot for both lunch and dinner, reservations are highly recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Delicious Peking |
1904 4th Street Southwest Calgary, AB T2F 1W3 Canada +1 403 228 1205 |
The Peking Dragon is located in the fashionable 4th Street district and is only five minutes from the Stampede Grounds. Daily "lunch box" specials supplement the large Chinese menu. Small and intimate, with just 45 seats, the Peking Dragon accommodates most patrons in spacious private booths. It does a bustling lunchtime business. The restaurant specializes in sizzling hotplates delivered to your table piping hot. Also offered is a large wine list. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh Vietnamese cuisine |
1403 Centre Street Northwest Calgary, AB T2E 2R8 Canada +1 403 276 3636 |
Centre Street North is home to some of Calgary's best Asian food, and this tiny Vietnamese noodle house is a fine example. The restaurant is decidedly 'no-frills' with cafeteria style tables and, oddly enough, framed golf photos with inspirational captions hanging on the walls. At Huyen the attention is paid to the food. The menu features a large selection of Vietnamese cuisine including noodle soups, rice vermicelli, satay, curries and quails. The drink list includes fantastic shakes made with exotic fruits such as lychee, jack fruit and mango. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Huge beef noodle soups |
1511 Centre B Street Northwest Calgary, AB T2M 2R5 Canada +1 403 276 7435 |
Kim's specializes in a variety beef noodle soups. Bowls come in three sizes: small is enormous, large is for sharing and extra-large will probably feed an extended family. In addition, the delicious noodle and rice dishes on the menu feature such delights as deep fried quail, grilled pork chops, Vietnamese sausage and shrimp skewered on sugar cane. The brave will wash down their meal with one of the exotic-sounding beverages, such as soda with condensed milk and egg yolk, but most will settle for a delicious iced Vietnamese coffee. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tasty Indonesian cuisine |
1604 14 Street South West Calgary, AB T3C 1E2 Canada +1 403 244 0645 |
This charming restaurant is a perfect place to discover the spicy cuisine of Indonesia. The dinner menu is vast and features dishes made with beef, lamb, chicken, seafood, pork, and egg and bean curd. The chicken with lemon leaves and paprika is especially good, and the aduk aduk sate is reputed to be the best in the city. Helpful serving staff is happy to decipher the menu for novices. The decor is simple, with walls hanging with colourful Indonesian handicrafts. Clearly the attention is focused on the tasty cuisine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classy Korean dining |
10 Avenue Southwest Calgary, AB T3C 0K1 Canada +1 403 228 1120 |
This very charming cafe on the edge of downtown offers great coffees and lunches in a funky environment. The brick building with its hardwood floors, high ceilings and blue and orange accents exudes friendliness, and large tables outside make for comfortable coffees on sunny days. The menu features healthy sandwiches, pizza "bagelwiches", soup, big salads, including a Crab and Shrimp Caesar with toasted foccacia bread, and crustless quiches. For sipping, there is the regular assortment of espresso drinks, Italian sodas, milk shakes and cold beer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh noodle soups |
2110 Crowchild Trail Northwest Calgary, AB T3B 4Z1 Canada +1 403 282 2553 |
It is easy to forget you are in the middle of Calgary's bustling Chinatown while dining in this Vietnamese eatery. The subdued colours and lighting make for a quiet and enjoyable meal. Y2K offers up traditional Vietnamese dishes such as deep fried quails and spring rolls, egg noodle soups, rice bowls, stir fried noodles and vermicelli selections. Their is a wide selection of vegetarian, prawn, beef and chicken dishes. The beef noodle soup is especially fantastic. Drop by for authentic Vietnamese cuisine at reasonable Chinatown prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sushi and much more |
116 2nd Avenue Southwest Calgary, AB T2P 0B9 Canada +1 403 290 1118 |
Located in the Harmonious Center, the Sakana Grill exudes a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. They serve sushi that is fresh, meticulously prepared, reasonably priced and is served from clever little motorized boats. And if you don't go for raw sushi, you can still order delicious grilled Japanese food: sit by one of the three grills and watch the chefs at work, or choose one of their "tatami" rooms for something a little quieter. The Sakana Grill's lunchtime specials begin at around $8. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lunch box delights |
5149 Country Hills Boulevard Northwest Calgary, AB T3A 5K8 Canada +1 403 208 1999 |
Located in the city's Northwest, The Shanghai Palace offers excellent Asian cuisine at very reasonable prices. You can take advantage of their daily lunch box specials, which start at a very reasonable rate, or special order from their extensive menu. Murals hang on the walls and each of the chairs has a woven tapestry of deep reds and golds, lending an air of opulence and class to the surroundings. They offer both a Cantonese and a Peking menu. You can also choose from a large selection of Asian beer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Serving Cantonese |
206, 1919 Sirocco Drive Southwest Calgary, AB T3H 2Y3 Canada +1 403 246 8883 |
The Signature Palace Restaurant offers a casual dining experience that welcomes both family and business clientele. Bright and clean, The Signature Palace seats approximately 120 people. There are Asian adornments covering the walls and tabletops, and each table comes with a candle and linen tablecloth. They offer many Asian favorites including vegetable seafood wraps, chicken and dumplings, 3 different types of soups and a variety of entrees. They have a large selection of red and white wines and now offer on-line ordering for delivery and catering. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For nocturnal chop-sticking |
555-11th Avenue Southwest Calgary, AB T2R 1P6 Canada +1 403 234 8088 http://www.singaporesams.com/ |
For many Calgarians, a lifelong love of Asian food began with a dinner at Sam's. This stylish restaurant features dishes representing a wide range of Asian cuisines. You can find Peking, Cantonese, and Thai dishes on their extensive menu. There is also a Mongolian-style grill where diners assemble their own veggie, meat and sauce combinations and are charged by weight. Lunch and dinner buffets are available. There is nothing daring on the menu, but all the familiar favourites are here. Sam's is open late for midnight ginger beef cravings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Malaysian cuisine that soothes |
1312 12th Avenue Southwest Calgary, AB T3C 3P8 Canada +1 403 228 1611 |
The Sizzling Wok is large and spacious and seats approximately 99 people. They offer excellent Malaysian cuisine as well as a number of vegetarian dishes. They menu also includes Chinese, Thai, Vegetarian and Seafood dishes. You can enjoy happy hour every day in their lounge from 4pm until 7pm. The Sizzling Wok offers both a formal dining room and a less-formal lounge located next to the restaurant. In the lounge, you can enjoy a game of pool, large screen televisions and video lottery terminals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For all your bulgogi needs |
628 8 Avenue Southwest Calgary, AB T2P 1G4 Canada +1 403 269 9858 |
This Korean eatery, made welcoming by its simple pink-hued decor, is one of Calgary's best. Their specialty is seafood and barbecue dishes. The bulgogi, thin slices of marinated and barbecued meat, is especially good here and is served with kimchi, vegetables and rice. Other menu items include soups, kimchi stew, noodle dishes, rice bowls, shabu platters and delicacies like grilled cuttle fish, sweet and sour pork, and beef yuke. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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An Asian gem |
203 4th Street Northeast Calgary, AB T2E 3S1 Canada +1 403 237 0830 |
Just minutes out of the downtown core, this Asian gem has gained a large and loyal following. The Spicy Hut serves a wide variety of interesting Chinese fare including seafood, soups and sizzling hotplates. A family-owned establishment, it has been a part of the local restaurant scene for quite some time. They specialize in Thai and Peking cuisine but offer many other dishes including traditional Chinese fare and seafood and vegetarian choices. You can order from the very spicy to the mildly aromatic. Parking is available just outside the restaurant. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Help yourself |
806 Crowfoot Crescent Northwest Calgary, AB T3G 4S3 Canada +1 403 239 1818 http://www.sushiboat.ca/ |
If you're looking for something a little bit different, check out the Sushi Boat. Instead of waiting for a server to take your order, you simply take a selection of the many different types of sushi that literally float by your table. They also offer fresh Japanese entrees that are crafted with tremendous attention to detail. The restaurant consists of large, round tables that seat 16 people, so you quickly get to know your neighbors. The Sushi items begin at a very reasonable $2.50 per piece. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sushi boats to tempt you |
276, 10816 Macleod Trail South Calgary, AB T2H 0K4 Canada +1 403 271 9642 |
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. The price for sushi items ranges in price from a very reasonable two dollars to four dollars per piece. 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. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional Japanese cuisine |
2204 4 Street Southwest Calgary, AB T2S 1W9 Canada +1 403 802 0058 |
This new restaurant on trendy 4th Street features traditional Japanese cuisine in wholly funky surroundings. In addition to a vast selection of nigiri sushi, sashimi, tempuraand teriyaki dishes, Kawa offers less familiar Japanese fare such as okonomiyaki, a Japanese style pizza. At mid-day, Kawa features lunchboxes, a selection of sushi, teriyaki and tempura carefully arranged in a take-away container. The liquor menu lists Japanese beers, sake and fusion drinks like their strawberry sake margarita. The interior is open and bright, with big windows and an enormous bar. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bright and unique diner |
304 10 Street Northwest Calgary, AB T2N 1V8 Canada +1 403 270 7010 |
A better than average diner in trendy Kensington, this friendly restaurant offers more than the expected selection of sandwiches and burgers. There is a substantial list of wok works, consisting of Asian inspired stir-fries and curries. The all-day breakfast is a boon for late-risers, especially on Saturday and Sunday mornings when the locals come bleary-eyed to nurse their hangovers with big omelets. Work by local artists hangs on the walls and draws attention away from the rather cheapo plastic laminated tabletops. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Delicious and healthy! |
351 10th Avenue South West Calgary, AB T2R 0A5 Canada +1 403 264 3526 |
The Thai Sa-On is a family owned restaurant that specializes in serving delicious, healthy Thai cuisine and was rated 9 out of 10 by CBC radio for having the best Thai food in Calgary. Beautiful hand-painted murals adorn the walls making you feel as if you are sitting in an outdoor café. There is an ornate bar that uses bamboo and other lightwoods that adds to the airy ambience. They offer a delicious lunch buffet on Thursdays from 11:30a until 1:30 p. Reservations are recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Child friendly Asian fare |
#201, 150 Crowfoot Crossing NW Calgary, AB T3G 3T2 Canada +1 403 239 3300 |
The New Dynasty Seafood Restaurant offers a delicious buffet Monday to Saturday. Some of their more popular items are the chicken in black pepper sauce, sliced barbecue pork and deep-fried jumbo shrimp. Children up to 8 years old can eat for only one dollar per year of age. The New Dynasty is wheelchair accessible and is completely smoke-free. The service is fast and friendly and you can choose your order from the menu, or take advantage of their lush buffet. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cantonese and Peking cuisine buffet style |
3819 Bow Trail Southwest Calgary, AB T3C 2E8 Canada +1 403 246 4242 |
This charming restaurant caters to family and business clientele, and the prices are very reasonable. The casual atmosphere and quick service makes it an ideal place to go if you don't have a lot of time to spend. Sit at a cozy table for two, or join one of the larger tables by the front window. They specialize in Cantonese and Peking cuisine and the lunch buffet is only CAD6.25 and the evening buffet is CAD10.95. Choose from more than 27 delicious items including spring rolls and spare ribs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine Asian food |
222 7th Street Southwest Calgary, AB T2N 1V8 Canada +1 403 693 8778 http://www.atouchofgingerdelig... |
This restaurant in the trendy Kensington district specializes in Vietnamese and Thai cuisine. Most popular are the "at table" barbecues of meat and seafood, but other menu items include beef satay, Saigon salad, Thai curries, Vietnamese beef noodle soups, rice vermicelli and a variety of appetizers including something called Sea Ghost Fingers. The decor is standard Asian-restaurant chic, complete with lanterns, Asian prints and the ubiquitous tank of tropical fish. This is a fine place for a tasty and affordable Asian feed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Located by the Stampede |
227 12th Avenue Southeast Calgary, AB T2G 1A2 Canada +1 403 263 0995 |
This restaurant is located just 5 minutes from the Stampede Grounds. Although on the smallish side, (it only seats about 35) they have managed to use the space wisely. High ceilings and an uncluttered environment add to its informal charm. They specialize in Vietnamese cuisine, as well as seafood and vegetarian dishes. They offer original noodle soups and delicious vegetarian dishes as well as delicious stir-fry; a large take-out menu is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
