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101 9th Ave SW Calgary, AB T2P 1J9 Canada +1 403 266 7171 http://www.calgarytower.com/ |
Although some of downtown Calgary's office towers are actually taller, the Calgary Tower remains the city's most distinctive landmark. Officially opened in 1968, it remains a popular visitor attraction, providing a panoramic view of the mountains to the west and the surrounding foothills and prairie. On the observation deck there is access to binoculars, multimedia information kiosks and the thrilling Glass Floor Experience. The dining room rotates, allowing visitors the chance to relax with a meal while viewing the entire city from their window-side tables at the Panorama Dining Room. Tops Grill, located above the observation deck, is open seasonally and offers a light menu. Admission: Adults $11.95, Seniors (65+) $10.95, Youth (6-17) $9.95, Child (5 and under) $7.44. One free child per paid adult. Prices do no include tax. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Dine with a view |
109 East Chestermere Drive Calgary, AB T1X 1A1 Canada +1 403 248 4343 / +1 403 272 2220 http://www.chestermerelanding.... |
The Landing is an upscale restaurant with a beautiful view of Chestermere Lake. Decorated in light woods and whites, the ambience is one of understated elegance and dignity; the food is sumptuous and exotic. The menu features culinary delights such as lobster bisque with saffron cream, prime rib, pastas and seafood. Entrees include spaghetti with crabmeat, lemon pepper linguine and a delicious prime rib dinner. Their wine menu is extensive and they offer an array of cheesecakes as well as a dessert fruit plate. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 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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Historic dining downtown |
121 8 Ave SW Calgary, AB T2P 1B4 Canada +1 403 232 8080 |
Martin's pays homage to historic Calgary with walls lined with black and white photos from the city's colourful past and wooden furniture and floors reminiscent of another era. The menu is decidedly modern with an eclectic variety of dishes that includes blackened cheeseburgers, sesame crusted sole with scallion ginger oil, and triple-pepper crusted New York steak. There are also salads, pasta and chicken entrees. The wine list features 13 wines available by the glass for about CAD6 each. There is a lounge upstairs and a small patio. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic fine dining |
15979 Bow Valley Trail Southeast Calgary, AB T2J 6J5 Canada +1 403 225 3939 http://www.crmr.com/theranche/... |
If you have been searching for authentic Albertan cuisine and can't find it downtown, the Ranche provides a special prairie dining experience. Located on the edge of town near Fish Creek Provincial Park, the charming restaurant is located in a farmhouse recently restored to its original 1940's condition. Overlooking Fish Creek Valley and surrounding ranch lands, the stunning view is enough to inspire a healthy appetite. It specializes in romantic candlelit dinners, with discreet service and subdued lighting. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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