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Alberta's 5 Must Try Restaurants
"Image SourceWith both eat-in and takeout options, the trendy Una Pizza and Wine offer stone deck oven cooked Californian style pizzas with gourmet toppings, signature kale salads & wine. These are anyway some of the most famous items on any American menu and a prominent part of every food tour in Calgary.Address: 618 17 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2S 0B4"
"Una may be known for its amazing pizza, but this bustling 17th Avenue spot also offers some great pasta like the house-made gnocchi and rotating seasonal features. Address: 618 17 Ave SW, CalgaryPhone: 403-453-1183. Facebook | Twitter | Instagram"
"A post shared by Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey (@haydenblockyyc) on May 11, 2019 at 2:03pm PDT. This pop-up patio is one of the best in Calgary because of its near-river location in the heart of the walkable and shop-able Kensington District. It also has a back end patio with a roof that opens up during the spring and summer, doubling its patio space!"
"If someone said I could only eat ONE brunch item for the rest of my life, this would be it. Sure, everything else on their menu is fantastic, the coffee is banging, but that french toast is basically what it would look like if breakfast and lunch had a wet dream about each other."
"The scene: Set in the heart of downtown Calgary on the historic Stephen Avenue, Blink Restaurant & Bar takes diners through a culinary journey that inspires all the senses. From the moment you step through the front door and admire the rough, exposed brickwork to savouring the final bite of your decadent chocolate dessert and inhaling the aroma of strong espresso as the waiter approaches your table with your coffees, everything about Blink Restaurant & Bar is simple, vibrant and delicious. The rustic 19th century building that houses the restaurant has been converted into a truly contemporary fine dining establishment, complete with open concept kitchen and chic bar with additional seating."
"A post shared by Annabelle's Kitchen (@annabelles.kitchen) on Sep 16, 2019 at 4:42pm PDT. Annabelle’s Kitchen is Calgary’s newest Italian fare restaurant, opening its doors in Marda Loop this past month. If you’ve been to Blink Restaurant or Bar Annabelle, this is a sister restaurant so you know it’ll be of top notch quality."
"Madison 1212 in Inglewood, not only has primo pre-lunch, post-breakfast food, and an adorable patio, they also have the cheapest mimosa’s in the city. This spring, check out the tasty inner-city spot, breathe in some fresh air and sip from flutes of champagne and juice for only $1.50. Where: 1212 9th Avenue SE, CalgaryInstagram: @Madisons1212"
"The nachos are great for kids because they are so shareable. They don’t have a special kids menu but you don’t really need one. They do however, have highchairs and super delicious food."
"It cooks quickly so you usually don’t have to wait too long for your food. While you are waiting you can get coloring pages or pizza dough to for the kids to play with if you ask. When you dine-in they have a kids’ special which comes with a kid sized pizza (as well as a few other entrée options), a drink and a scoop of Fiasco gelato or sorbetto."
"Famoso serves hand-tossed pizza in a couple of sizes, including the 7-inch “pizzetta” and full size 11-inch pie. Pizzettas are on the kid’s and adult menu. Also on the kid’s menu is linguini pomodoro, spaghetti bolognese and more."
"A post shared by POW Pizza (@powpizzayyc) on Feb 1, 2019 at 2:25pm PST. Renfrew residents are surely happy with the new pizzeria addition to the neighbourhood. That’s because POW Pizza is doing things differently with its Detroit-style square pizzas."
"These square-shaped bad boys are deep and packed corner to corner with flavour. Their toppings are totally out of the norm, exciting and delish!. You guys have to check this place out!"
"Yann Haute Patisserie gives their customers an adventure into the world of French pastries. Armed with great energy, humor, product knowledge, and superior quality, they can tailor to a unique blend of occasion items down to regular pieces like bread. What they manage to do is to be memorable for their costumers."
"Yann Haute Patisserie brings a little bit of France to Calgary. Located in a bright yellow house in the Cliff Bungalow neighbourhood, this bakery offers macarons, croissants, cakes, and more. When you walk inside, you’ll immediately be greeted with display cases showcasing all the tempting treats."
"8 locations in Calgary and more elsewhere in Alberta, BC and Ontario http://www.purdys.com/. Purdy’s is a regional chain that started in Vancouver. Purdy’s typically offers a selection of around 8 of their own flavors as well as sundaes and ice cream bars."
"All bunch of us 8-14 )go there for supper every2-3 months for a few years now. There was never any compains about this restaurant.Food is excellent, deserts are devine, service = second to none !"
"If your order is within 10 km and more than $20, the delivery is free. 7207 Fairmount Dr. S.E., 403-252-2083, cravingsmarketrestaurant.com"
"Cold Garden is the perfect place to introduce someone to Calgary’s brewing scene. Its gleefully kitschy interior has a scrappy charm that makes it instantly memorable: mismatched vintage furniture and a giant pineapple-cum-disco ball let you know right away that the beer crafted here is just as quirky and unapologetic. The tap menu is among the biggest on the scene, and both dogs and outside food are welcome."
"A post shared by Cold Garden Beverage Company (@cold_garden). Grill season is in full swing and to celebrate, Cold Garden is serving up the closest thing to a grilled beverage in its new Trop Dog Smoked New England IPA. The cherrywood-smoked, double dry-hopped NEIPA has notes of pineapple, mango, citrus, and coconut, which pairs perfectly with a pico de gallo taco from Mikey’s Taco Shop."
"The Cold Garden tours and tastings remain virtual for now, but include four beers to taste, a 20oz. branded cup, a live tour of the brew space, a guided tasting, and delivery- you might receive some additional surprise swag, too!. Your tour will get right into how Cold Garden came to eb, and how their beers come to be by learning all the details of how they’re made."
"Tucked behind a Vietnamese restaurant in a parking lot off of 9th Avenue S.E., High Line is the hideaway that bridges the divide between the beer weirdos and the straight crowd. The discreet 32-seat space (with an additional 14 on the patio) might overflow with an experimental music showcase or larger-than-life drag show on certain nights, but its core vibe is all effortless neighbourhood-bar je ne sais quoi. The swagger is innate, never forced, in keeping with creative brews that have the quality to avoid becoming a novelty."
"Stop by the new extended patio at Highline to try their authentic Calgary beers and more. On top of the craft beer selection, High Line also offer signature cocktails, bar snacks, and wine. Keep your eye on their rotating small-batch taps for something new each season!"
"A post shared by Alberta Brewery Tours (@albertabrewerytours_) on May 22, 2019 at 4:05pm PDT. This Inglewood brewery has a killer outdoor patio tucked out of sight from the busy street. Enjoy a beer and soak up the sun at this spot."
"A unique concept created by two local bike guys, Bike and Brew is Calgary’s original caffeinated Bicycle and Repair shop to bring the communities of cycling and coffee together. I randomly stumbled upon this gem when I was walking from Sushi Bar Zipang to Shiki Menya, and thought it was too cool not to check out. I love businesses that strive to support local."
"A trip to Calgary cannot be complete without understanding its rich heritage. The art and cultural activities in Calgary will give you an insight into the city's history, traditions, and artwork. While visiting the cultural attractions in Calgary would prove to be informative, attending its artsy events will leave you entertained."
"Whether you stop and have a seat at Gaga Pizza or pick from one of their Grab & Go options, you'll be able to enjoy a wide variety of topping combinations made with imported goods. Their menu also includes homemade soups, sandwiches and their baklava dessert, a Turkish pastry made with dried fruits."
"I assume it was the owner who served me and said if I wasn’t satisfied to come back. How often does that happen nowadays?"
"This spot has the best baklava in the city (make sure to get the pistachio!). Also, their savoury pockets (including spinach and feta, cheese, falafel, chicken, and donair served with your choice of garlic, tahini, or sweet sauce) are so delicious and easy to grab that you’ll probably forget what your kitchen actually looks like. Address: 3210 17 Avenue SW, CalgaryFacebook: Beirut Bakery Calgary"
"6 locations in Calgary including Shawnessy (41 Shawville Blvd SE), Southport (10606 Southport Road SW), Market Mall (3625 Shaganappi Trail NW), 8001 11 St SE, 888 7 Ave SW, and 29 Hopewell Way NE. As a kid, Moxie’s was always our favourite restaurant to go to as a family, and as a parent, it’s somewhere I love taking my own kids. The Kids Menu has items that are so tasty, I sneak bites of my son’s food when he isn’t looking (seriously, try the cheeseburger and tell me I’m wrong)."