This place is a really good spot for dinning out on a budget. the value for money is excellent. one thing i would say however is the steak sandwich is poor. its not steak at all more like a chop. all pasta dishes i have tried have been very tasty

A burger place promising fresh quality ingrediants and a stylish atmophere. Cool. My tuna burger, whuch was supposed to be cooked rare was cooked to death and was reminisent of cat food. My partners Wagu beef was equally uninspiring and poorly prepare. We won't be back.

Parties start here!! Good food, good service and cold beers. I cannot seem to get enough of this place.

Great selection of brews. It goes on and on and on and on. The menu compliments these beers in a substantial postive way. I'll be back, tomorrow maybe?

My boyfriend is vegan and we've eaten here many times and the food is excellent every time. It is the best vegetarian and vegan food I have had and a favourite restaurant of mine even though I am not vegan. The atmosphere is cool although I wish the place was bigger and the music wasn't as loud. It definitely is worth the price to try their awesome dishes!

Not sure at all why Fiore has a couple harsh reviews. My favourite food is Italian and I have high expectations of Italian restaurants. I have been to a great many over the years and have to say Fiore hands down has some of the best Italian food I've had compared to many other restaurants. I have gone there for years since I was a kid, especially on their deal nights Sun.-Tues. where the pasta is under $10. Their best sauce is the alfredo in which they use fresh cheese and cream and it's better than any other place I've tried. Their tomato and meat sauces are excellent as well and their portions are more than enough to fill you up. I would rate the service as good compared to other places and the atmosphere is nice but I go there for one reason only and it's because of their homemade pastas and sauces that are so tasty and better prices than most places!

I've been coming here for busn and pleasure to eat great comfort foods for over a year now. The people are friendly and they get to know their guests.

I come here for the food, service, price, and environment. Coffee is good, even though I prefer a stronger coffees like espressos it still works.

Never had a disappointment and I usually dine at the higher end restaurants as I appreciate good-great food and value.

Dear Vintage,

WOW!!!!! I came in for my first time last night for a "special" dinner with my significant other (it was his Birthday but he swore me not to tell) and my request for an intimate/cozy/semi-secluded table was met with flying colors!! Our server was fantastic! He was very helpful in terms of wine selection, dish pairings AND most important - checked to make sure the little things were tended to ~ if not for him my delicious salmon would've been under-cooked (I like it welllll done)! Apart from the excellent service, the food...oh my! The crab CAKE (not "cakes" as our waiter informed us - haha) was cooked to perfection ~ best I have ever had! Normally it just tastes like deep-friend mush, but this was perfectly crisped on the outside and super flaky/crabby-delicious on the inside! The sauces/garnish worked very well together and appealed to us both. For mains, my boyfriend had an 8 oz steak that "melted in his mouth", a side of butter-poached lobster and broccolini (which was brilliantly seasoned BTW - can I get the recipie? Haha), while I had the organic salmon on soba noodles with bok choy - YUM!!!!!! I couldn't finish so I brought it for lunch today ~ can you say "jealous" co-workers??! Anyway, we were too full for dessert - sadly - and left with a romantic glow, a warm flush on my cheeks (perhaps the wine?) and a promise in our hearts to come back again soon!!! I can't believe it took us so long to finally make it to Vintage for dinner, but I guarantee we will be back again soon!! I wonder if Mike Vernon will be there again the next time we come?? ;)

THANK YOU!!

Ps - I saw some negative feedback on thses sites but since 9/10 said service was the issue and not the food I decided to risk it. SO glad I did!

I was very hesitant to post a review - I'd almost rather keep this place to myself. I love the fact that you would never notice this place unless you were looking for it. Great cocktails and small plates to share. Atmosphere is good - and they will never pressure you to leave or order more food. You can linger for hours and feel totally comfortable.

Stopped in at Diventa Coffee the other day. The place looks great inside, newly renovated and a warm atmosphere.

I enjoyed a cappuccino and berry crumble square while sitting outside on the patio. The coffee was rich and smooth!

They are also doing this coffee by the cup - called pour over, right when you order - I saw them brewing one while I waited for my cappuccino, it smelled great! I'm trying one on my next visit.

The service at Diventa is great, and very welcoming.

Check this one out Calgary.

I've been here twice - the first time it was sort of busy, and I thought that might be why it took forever to get our food and bill, although it appeared that the waitress was just talking to someone. Second time, it was almost completely empty, and they ignored us for about 15 minutes before even bringing menus. Conversely, the waitress was super friendly and prompt to a regular who showed up after us but got his bill first somehow. The food was great both times, but the coffee was a bit weak, although I'd expect that from a diner.

Disappointed and nearly ready to give up on Calgary’s bismal late-night lounge bar scene, my partner recalled reading about a new pizza bistro in the 17th Ave precinct. Una Pizza + Wine stays open till late and was only a short walk for us from this night’s not-so-classy Stampede crowd near 4th Street. Una opened its kitchen early last year in the remodeled space of an old local pizza favorite, Wicked Wedge. Their focus geared toward high-end late-night food had not gone unnoticed with exciting reviews appearing in all of Calgary’s feature magazines and still fresh after a year and a half of operation.

Determined to quickly swing by and “just have a look”, we are greeted by the buzzing excitement of a more sophisticated and civilized crowd seeking their after-bar snack at Una. The space is bright with intriguing seating arrangements and a genuinely well put together feel. Immediately it is easy to recognize the relaxed atmosphere of like minded people enjoying good times with friends at this stylish lounge.

We are seated at the bar, amidst the activity and the thin threshold between service and serviced. Here you get close, very close to the action. The staff work quickly and professionally, dousing an equal amount of attention over their eager customers. The first impressive aspect is the switch to trademark Q Water, an in-house highly filtered water product which tastes clean and crisp and comes pouring endlessly for just $2 dollars a head. No plastic, no problem. There is even a Q Water beer-style tap behind the bar, still or sparkling.

The bar chairs are comfortable and allow great spacial placement among the chic decor and finely tuned lighting, the attention to detail in their interior is impeccable yet not stiff. My partner finds a very clever hidden away hook system located below the bar for hanging bags, this says something. The music is well chosen and plays through an iPad, a clever simple nod to modern gadgetry. Likewise, they provide free wifi and feed the table wait times through their twitter posts.

We came in for a nice glass of wine. Their wine list is sufficient and very well researched, here you will find viticulture maturity in their selections: Sauvignon Blanc from Malbourough and Pinot Noir from Martinborough, Shiraz from McLaren Vale and GSM from Barossa, Chardonnay from California and Gewurtz from BC; these people are clearly winos. But reading through the menu, we disregard having already eaten earlier in the evening and begin to salivate at the options before us.

We choose Shiraz from McLaren, maintaining a firm preference for big bold Aussie reds, knowing we will probably sample at least a starter. Here the standouts are the veal and pork meatballs, the seared scallops wrapped in prosciutto, the roasted fingerling potatoes, and the tasting of serrano ham. Before making our choice we are urged by our neighbours to try a pizza instead, their specialty, so we choose the roasted cremini mushroom pizza, with scamorza + grana padano cheese, fresh arugula and truffle oil. These guys are not shy with their arugula, it’s evident in most of the dishes you find when scanning the room. Good thing too since I love fresh rocket leaves.

The mushroom pizza is excellent. The base is crisp and bready, and deliberately not served with the customary tomato base. The tastes are threefold, the pepery arugula, the creamy yet spiky cheese, and the earthy smoky flavor of the cremini mushrooms highlighted by the truffle oil. The wine, well, how do you think they paired? Bellissimo!

We ate well past midnight and stayed well past one in the morning, activity still brewing but early signs of close starting to show around that time. Another group of people close by ordered the tasting of serrano ham, I couldn’t resist so I asked the skillful barman for a small taste and he joyfully obliged. It was divine, soft and smokey, almost like Proscioutto San Daniela. He possessed the good judgement and business maturity not to charge for the single slice, even though we would have happily paid for the pleasure.

Una Pizza + Wine have it down pat, the right product for the right market. They excel in delivering it in a stylish and contemporary way. It’s all the old good stuff but in a new good way, they speak the language of today’s more involved and better informed consumer. Needless to say our night got better, and satisfaction was now easily reached. It is rare when a small entrepreneurial venture can change the way you feel about an entire city. Una does this and paves the way for a new era in late night fine dining for Calgary, the only disappointment is that there aren’t more places like it...but time will change that thanks to people like this.

I thought Crush was a really nice spot. We WILL be back. So good.

When loungeburger first opened, I thought what a great idea! The food was great and I couldn't wait to return...That was short lived. The quality of the food has gone downhill, and the service is absolute garbage. The daily feature has been the same the last two times we went and the other time they didn't have one. Don't bother wasting your time on a high priced, over-rated experience.

I saw this place being renovated for months, and I eagerly awaited its opening once I could tell what it was. When I went for brunch the first time, it was fantastic. My Ricky's-loving husband also approved, and now prefers it over other diners. They have quality ingredients that are cooked and presented well. And good coffee, too. They also have a lot of options for various diets (vegetarian, celiac, etc.). And little packets of Stevia on the table instead of Splenda or some other fake sugar. Red's is a winner.

There was about 6 of us that stopped by with out a reso, and with everyone having a big meal each with apps and drinks the bill only came to 150 bucks for 6 it was awesome food and def will go back!

Great idea, crappy execution. It has been done. Perhaps, if they didn't try so hard, hire arrogant and passionate-less servers, simply tossing plates for tips...I thought that was for Earls guys... Food- well, nice packaging little taste, too much salt, uninventive... I do not suggest anyone to waste a night out eating the empty food, or tolerating the condescending blank stares the servers and management emit... Stay Away!

Salty, sugary sauces, my penne was stuck together, overcooked, and lacking in flavour. If you want Italian, pass on Fiore. If you want fast-food flavour and poor quality in a psuedo-Italian atmosphere, give it a go.
If you want to impress a date of business associate, DO NOT eat here!

My buddy Ryan raves about the Holy Grill. He works pretty much next door and I'm not kidding when I say he could write out the menu. He's had it all a million times. We were downtown and decided to try it for lunch.

The Holy Grill is a basically a clean, nice diner. It's definitely not a greasy spoon. There are no servers. You order at the front when you walk in and when your order is ready they call your name.The place was filled with a well dressed lunch crowd who probably weren't there for the first time. The walls are covered with original art work (nice stuff too) by local artists. You can purchase the art work if you like and it changes on a regular basis.

My friend had me convinced to try a burger before I even walked in door, so I didn't really look at the menu. The lunch menu pretty much consists of burgers and paninis - my kind of place. Anytime I am in a place for the first time, I keep it simple and order the restaurants specialty in a simple form. I figure if they can do something simple and get it right, the rest of it will be great.

I was disappointed to see that when the burger came, the meat that was used was a frozen pattie, but there were two of them. Where I grew up in Nova Scotia, there is no shortage of family run, mom and pop style diners, greasy spoons, etc... and they wouldn't dare serve a frozen pattie style burger. I thought when I moved to Calgary, home of Alberta beef, I was in for a treat with all the great burgers I would be trying. I really am shocked how many places server frozen meat in this city. I've only found a handful that don't. I would have thought that by looking at this place, there is no way this would be the case. The burger was good and very filling, the highlight though was the fries. Probablly the best fries I've ever had in Calgary. My friend tells me that the sweet potato chips are awesome too, but these fries were so good that I'm not sure I could go there and not get them again.

Looking around the room it seemed that the percentage of people eating paninis to burgers was 75% to 25%. The panini's were popular and looked delicious. Next trip I'll be going that route for sure. I also here great things about their breakfast. I wouldn't expect anything less. Check out the Holy Grill.

This restaurant delivers for food and beverage. The meals are worth every penny you pay.

I am not a wine drinker but those I have enjoyed this venue with have been pleased with the selection.

Service is freindly and casual, some are better than others but that is usually the case in any setting.

My husband and I ate here for our Aniversary. Neither of us were that impressed. I had the valentines day menu and my husband ordered off the regular menu. My pasta dish was really good but it's not on the regular menu. My main dish was not good, over cooked mushrooms and almost blue rare steak (I was not given a choice). The man next to us sent his fish back because it wasn't cooked. Doubt we will be back.

My friend Amy raved about Bumpy's Cafe to me years ago and how good the baked goods were. So I go to Bumpy's and ordered a soup and sandwich. Makes no sense, but it wouldn't be the first time that I would be accused of doing something that doesn't make sense. I was there at about 2:00 pm on a Saturday afternoon. Bumpy's is everything a little cafe should be. Nice atmosphere, artsy looking people working there, small and quaint, etc...

I asked the guy working there what panini he suggested and we decided upon the Rueben. It was pretty good. I ordered the half panini combo, which came with a cup of soup, and a choice of coleslaw or potato chips. I picked the carrot ginger soup (I'll soon be posting a stellar reciped for roasted carrot ginger soup). The soup was good but might have had a pinch too much ginger in it for my liking. I went with the coleslaw instead of the chips, because it looked appetizing, and it was.

Bumpy's was voted best espresso in Calgary, and from sitting down watching people come and go as I ate the meal, it really is about the coffee, so I'm thinking I have to go back for a coffee and a muffin next time. With a bottle of lemonade, the total cost for lunch was $10.75.

I have been here several times for lunch and dinner and the food is always very yummy! Never had a bad meal here. Ordered the minestrone soup and the caprese salad. This time I decided to order something different as I always have the seafood pasta and this time I ordered the Bison Lasagna -- awesome! My husband had the Frutti de Mare -- classic black squid pasta! Their desserts look fabulous but decided to have a special coffee instead. The server ensures that you are done prior to a show you may happen to be going to and does so without rushing. Excellent prices and the wine was very scrumptous (Malbec) too!

2010 was the "Year of UNA", starting last January 22nd when two of us poked our noses in at the "industry" pre-opening night following the Bill Brooks' prostate benefit. Caryn's review of Feb.9th covered it. My only disappointment this year is that my frequency has dropped off as UNA's popularity has risen. Hats off to owners Jayme, Kelly, Steve and Gail for the Calgary restaurant success story of 2010 (Notable right behind ...).

I have been to La Vita e Bella several times and it's always a great place for dinner! Very reasonably priced for the food and a great selection that isn't too much. The Risotto is to die for and my bf usually has the Frutti di Mare. The place is a little small and can get very loud when packed especially before a Flames game. The service is fantastic!

What a sweet place. Went in and they have wonderful people working down there. The drink menu is "wow" over 100 martinis. The food was great too. I really enjoy going down there. Vicious Circle offers great DJ's. My favorite night to go is Wednesday nights. Its not over packed but the music is great.

We love this place. They are friendly, accommodating to gluten and other allergies, and best of all, the food is mouthwatering delicious! It is a fine dining environment so the prices reflect this, but it is worth every penny. Our favorite is the Green Curry but we substitute the chicken instead of the duck that it is normally served with. Every dish we have ever ordered has been amazing, a perfect blend of spices and the freshest ingredients. All in all, they are very consistant.

A couple buddies and I stopped by this little gem last Friday night, and I am sure glad we did. Although the next morning was a little rough! We got there around 7:30 and things were still pretty tame, in fact all three of us were able to sit at the bar. All three bartenders were friendly and talkative, particularily the blonde and brunette ladies (Hanna and Sarah... I think :)). I was having trouble deciding where to start with 29 draughts to choose from, blondie recommended I give Velvet fog a try and even let me get a taster. Nailed it! New favorite, from a local brewery to boot! Needless to say, we had a blast. When it got busy, we started a tab and left the bar to hit the dancefloor, we were able to have a tab all night, and continued to get served by the bar despite them being slammed. Highly recommend! Thanks Rose!

Went into The Rose and Crown last night to watch the hockey game with some friends. We were greeted immediately and seated just as quickly!! I hummed and hawed over what to drink and our server mentioned the drink specials on Thursday nights....Irish beers for $6...don't mind if I do!! Had never tried a Kilkenny before but for that price I thought, why not!?! Enjoyed a few pints and some really great music before deciding that food was needed. Again, our server made a suggestion (nachos) and we were more than happy to polish off the layers of cheese, jalepenos, beef and chicken. Only one regret..I forgot to ask my server if the litchen made their delicious guacamole themselves!! I am quite a guacamole snob but The Rose and Crown impressed me very much. We will definietely be back to try many more of their 29 fresh draught selections and listen to great musicians display their talent on stage.

Hey peeps, it's DannyBouy!. . . .If you're looking for a place to rock out, then the Rose & Crown is your place. . . .I was in on the wknd & the place was going off. The live band was great, (which they have every wknd) & the bartenders working were 'Sooooo Money' & the servers were super fun too !! Highly recommend the Rose when ever you want to rock out & let loose. . . . DannyBouy - Out

Went there on a weekend with me and five friends. It was busy but it took our server 10 minutes to see us, then another 10 till we got our drinks. Order food it was average at best. my girlfriend and myself got a salad to share and she didnt even bring us cutlery for it she did not come and quality check until everyone else had finished eating. Thats when we got to get our cutlery. Finished left and havent been back

Went there last friday night with my girlfriend from a recommendation from my friend and the place was pumping live band playing, all the tables were taken so we had to sit at the bar tried to make a booking but they said that they only take booking for large parties. The bartender told us about charcuterie (which I have never had before). I had the elk salami and something else tasted really good and the chef actually made it infront of us. We also tried there house brews i had the black one which i thought tasted a bit too caramely but my girlfriend had a lighter one which she really liked. Had the blt for an entree so good crispy bacon my girlfriend had the poutine which she added bacon to it and more cheese tased pretty good. The bartender told me that they get most of their food from local growers and for the blt they smoke it in the kitchen. Will be back just need to get in earlier to get one of those booths

Went their with my girlfiend on sunday for a late lunch had the porchetta sandwich and my girlfriend had the roast chicken both were really good. Its a nice room but there is no servers you have to walk up to the counter and place your order felt like i was back at school but other than that it was really good.

I went to the Rose and Crown the other night based on a friends recommendation and feel I must spread the word about this fantastic pub. During the week the atmosphere is cozy and almost chalet like with over 3 wood burning fireplaces and traditional wood work throughout. The menu is affordable with a wide variety to choose from (vegetarian entrees available). And finally, the beer selection id phenomenal: 28 beers on tap poured from the coldest lines ever! Check this place out people! Take you date there, hang with the boys there, or take your mother there-whatever the occasion, stop in at the Rose and Crown! You wont be disappointed!

I just had the lunch special at the Rose on my lunch break, and it was great. It was a Grilled Sirloin Caesar salad for $11! with garlic toast! The steak was cooked perfect and the lettuce was crisp..couldnt ask for a better lunch for the price.. I wasnt planning on going there but seen there lunch special board on 4th street, glad I did tho. I have no complaints..

By far some of the best times i've had have been @ the Rose and Crown. Live bands every weekend turns my gears! You can tell by my name i love wings and they have some of the best in town. Thumbs up all around!

Went to the Rose and Crown one day after work with some friends. The servers were awesome, they were quick with our drinks and our food. Totally made you feel like a regular even if it's your first time there, and they're not bad to look at.

The monthly conditioned cask was unbelievable. I love a good IPA and the hops carried through to a perfect finish. It tasted great with the meaty prawns and chipotle aioli appetizer and the blackened halibut which was perfectly seasoned and cooked. All in all, a great evening. Keep it coming!

was down at the rose and crown last thursday....Brent Tyler was playing...i guess he plays every thursday..he was awesome,along with the food and beer. I even won a jack daniels shirt.The best place to go on thursdays...

I went just recently. It was really good. Liked the menu, ambiance was nice.
Brought a date, she liked it too.

I have a been there twice and both times my company and I could not choose what to get since it all sounded so good.

The food is very different, something to try for sure; asian inspired dishes with a Canadian twist.

As a vegetarian it was refreshing to look at a menu and know that I could order any of it.

Incredible pastries. That's all I have to say.

I love this place! A friend and I frequent Japanese Village and we love the food, love the atmosphere, love the chefs and usually love the service!

You can take me to the Casbah anytime you want! We took my parents here for their birthdays and everyone loved their food. My husband ordered the 'Tour of Morocco', which includes an appetizer, salad, main dish, and dessert. I tasted everyone's food and it was all so good. The service was also excellent. We got very individual attention from the owner as she explained various menu items. She also washed our hands before the meal with warm rosewater. I plan to go back here all the time. The decor is lovely, and every table seems to be very private. The Casbah is now one of my favorite Calgary restaurants.

Had a few minutes so we decided to have a little brunch. MMMM it was so delicious. Just right for the just before noon pangs. Nice guys too.

I was looking for a place to hang for a little while to wait for a friend.
I remembered that TASTE was open late. Sure enough, they were happy to serve me a wonderful porter(Anchor). I couldn't resist the duck fat popcorn. It just sounded too interesting!! I was delicious by the way. I will have to try it again when I have more time and appetite.

I was very surprised by the quality of the pizza. Very different than your tipical Canadian "meat sandwhich" pizza. A welcome differnce that provides stellar quality at a reasonable price.

Always trying new restaurants, I check chomp out often enough. That’s why we went to Crush.
It was really good, it had an up-to-the-minute, laid back thing going on.
It was pretty busy when we went, last Friday night.
It was a great experience, no complaints. We asked our server, most popular dishes. One of them was the Steamed Won Ton dish, it was delectable. Perfect way to get the senses to wake up and prepare for the main course.

A group of us from work went to this restaurant for lunch and the afternoon. The platters were mediocre. The steaks were not cooked to our liking, rather they were over done. The beer was lukewarm. I wouldn't recommend this place for food. The service was good though.

Went there with a group from work for lunch. From the dead fly in my friend's salad (discovered after eating 2/3 of the salad), to another's sediment-filled and oxidized glass of shiraz and the extremely small portions this place is a joke. Pretentious and unispiring food served late. The washroom smelled so bad that I decided I would go to the restaurant next door if need be.

My absolute favorite brunch spot in the city is the Laurier Lounge. The service is awesome and fast, the coffee (coffee press yum) is amazing and there is never a line. The mimosa's are also delightful. The restaurant is an old house, which has a character and charm all of it's own. I almost don't want to share this gem of a brunch spot because I love how low key it is, but, as a true breakfast adventurer, I must share my top pick. The brunch plate is the most expensive thing you can get, but for $15 you get, an eggs benedict of your choice, crepes (that are to die for) bacon, a croissant with home made berry coulis/preserve, fresh fruit and awesome hashbrowns. Who could ask for anything more? Oh yeah, you can turn your hashbrowns into poutine!! Dinner is also tres bien, but it's the brunch that has my pick for best in the city.

What a great Spot!
My New Hot Spot.
I have yet to try all the Martinis, but the few that i tried were D-Light-Full!!!
It was real chill, great spot to relax and pound a few back. :)
Nice food menu too.
I just want more martinis.

I am a big fan of tea, so it's easy for me to love Steeps. They have such a great variety to choose from, and all flavors are available hot or iced; by the cup or in a tin to take home. I had their quiche for lunch, which was also great. The decor is really classic and cozy, too.

This was amazing, the best kept secret in calgary, it was the Best halibut I have every had.

the most saltiest, fattiest, tastless and over priced chinese food. ive tried them all and this is by far the worst,, the customer service is horrible. save your money.

I had the pita pizza and a Chunky Monkey. Although the pizza was pretty tasty, I felt like I could have made the same thing at home. It did have good ingredients, though, and was much healthier than those 'by the slice' places. The smoothie was good. I wish they had the option of buying smoothies without protein powder in them.

They have the best martini selection in town, but expect to pay about $9 for one. They're great if you're willing to splurge - otherwise their highballs and beers are really cheap. Awesome mac and cheese, and the perogies are worth mentioning as well. Their pizzas/flatbreads/openfaced sandwiches could be improved, though. Fun, eclectic environment.

We decided to check out La Vita for our anniversary, mostly for the wine, but also hearing that the pasta is made in house. We were not disappointed! Our server, Asia, was very sweet and attentative and recommended the frutti de marr (sp.), a seafood pasta that was amazing!! My husband had lasagna that he loved as well. It was so good we didn't leave a single thing on the plate! It was a week day so it wasn't busy, but we would definitely go back.

I went with a few of my girlfriends as a belated Christmas get-together. The waitress was very friendly and attentive. The food was delicious and filling. Overall the experience was a great one, if I had any issues it would be that the drinks were a bit strong for my taste. Also, while the food was great the presentation was so-so.

It's a place you always drive past going east on 12th, and think "hey maybe there?!", but because it's a one way road, you just keep going.
Well!! Don't! It's great!
The free parking lot is very handy in this city for first off, but the dinning just boosts it up that second knotch.
The menu is very pleasing, many great options. Also, Great Draft list and Fantastic Martini list!
Friendly Staff, over all Great impression, hope it's just as awesome when i go back.

Kawa is an excellent place to get a great cup of coffee, but I suggest you do it on the run because the overwhelming smell of body odour will assault your sense of smell. I don't know how a space this size can smell so strongly. Please do not let the smell deter you from trying a delicious Latte, just do it outside in the fresh air

We were looking for the perfect place to celebrate our anniversary and couldn't have picked a better spot. The pasta's are made in house, the rooms are beautiful and the service was warm and engaging. We found our new favorite restaurant and will be back for sure. The best pasta's in the city by far.

I came across this montreal style pub in an environmentally friendly coupon book and I'm really glad I did. The place is open yet cozy, with comfortable booths and bistro style tables and even had high chairs for the little ones. The menus are on the wall for all to see (enviromentally friendly) and all the food is local and organic when possible. The service was very personable and swift and the food was tasty. I would definitely go again and try some of the delicious looking appetizers. Overall a nice place for lunch and would be great for after work pints leading to a nice dinner.

Went there recently for wing night. Wings were awesome and affordable. Great flavours. Well designed restaurant with a very cool vibe. The house beer (IPA) was good - not great, but they have a wide selection of bottled beer to choose from as well. Our server Jerrod was nothing less than excellent. Great service - the food came quick and was enjoyed immensely.

Signed,
Escaping the Iceland Volcano

This restaurant is handy for parking after six with a great buffet for the money. All your favourite East Indian dishes are available plus desert for the amazing price of $12.95. It shouldn't be missed

I dont like the fact that you can see a pile of cooked hashbrowns sitting on the griddle waiting to be reheated when you order them, but the milkshakes are great!

I loved that the baristas all know how to do fancy designs on the coffee. I appreciate the love for their work but they could be a little more welcoming. The whole time I was in there waiting for my coffee, I felt like I was intruding. The staff doesn't welcome customers in or connect with them at all.

They have big comfy chairs that look so inviting but I can't get over the poor customer service to want to stay for longer than my wait time for my drink.

Which brings me to another thing, I have ordered two different kinds of drinks (caramel macchiato and a vanilla latte), they both tasted the same. They didn't taste like either one of the drinks I ordered. They both tasted like plain lattes. I wasn't impressed with that but the artwork was fantastic.

Visited here April 24th. Not sure how long it has been open but the attention to customers needs a LOT of work.
We arrived in the doorway and restaurant was full. We were a party of three and stood there for at least 10 minutes before a staff member finally came over to inquire after names and numbers of those waiting. Finally we were seated and then another long wait before a waitress came over to take drink orders….another long wait for our drinks….than another long wait for menus to arrive.

Once we had ordered, it took far too long to get our food.


The food was uneven, my eggs benny was very good, other orders, not so good.

We had to ask three times for our bill.

Very nice decor, great location, good menu and I believe the food will eventually be top notch bfast fare.

They need to figure out how to properly serve clients during a weekend bfast rush. The competition in this sector in Calgary blows them away right now.

The atmosphere is great at Vue. Who doesn't like looking at great art while they enjoy lunch? I recommend the lavender honey lemonade. I had the bison chorizo flatbread and loved the flavor, though it was definitely a bit too greasy. The pea shoots on top were a great flavor addition but made it tricky to eat delicately. The service was excellent, and I liked the selection on the menu. Overall a great lunch spot if you are willing to splurge just a bit.

Great place to sit down for a coffee meeting. The place has great energy, nice staff and good eats.

Not only is the food delicious, but the cocktails and beverages are amazing as well. Super-friendly staff, and on weekends they have DJs spinning groovy tunes in the lounge (called Meet Lounge)

I have been anticipating the opening for months as I watched it all come together. Then I drove by today and it was open. It did not disappoint. The decor was done clean but funky. The food portion was generous and tasty! The servers are delightful and eclectic.
They serve Illy and I would have had an americano, had I known before ordering the house brew. My friend bought our late lunch, so it was a great experience for me.

We had a casual, but quite enjoyable Saturday lunch here. The interior is bright, fresh, and warm, and the food exceeded our expectations. We had all of the daily features, a cheese plate, a meat plate, a pintroxs (small bite) and an appy order of meatballs to share between the 3 of us and a baby. They were all delicious, except we could probably do without the small bites which were BLT skewers, since they were really really small bites, perhaps just enough as a snack for my 18 mth old. We also shared a proscuitto pizza and meatball appetizer which was both very tasty. The meatballs had a wonderful sauce and the pizza was light and crispy. Dessert was good too. We would definitely come back and recommend friends to try it out. The price is a bit high for the actual amount of food you get, but it's still worthwhile overall.

Worth the stop for solid coffee and quality, tasty food. Friendly service and always served hot - I make it regularly now as part of a balanced breakfast joint diet and for business meetings.

Worth it for a lunch trip too

Someone recommended the District ...my husband and I went there after work on a Wednesday. We walked in and checked out the board menus...most menus were easy to see, but some were over tables and I found it a bit uncomfortable to be staring at people. I did not like the greasy smell, but my husband did not mine. We wanted to try the place becuase of the locally grown organic products. My husband ordered a burger and a salad (with a beer) and I got prawns and a poutine. The buger and salad were good but the portion was really small. The prawns were ok and the poutine was good, but small for the price. I paid $1,50 for tomatos and got 3 small piece, pretty thin on the cheese curds as well. Fries and gravy was good. Service was a bit slow. Overall the food is ok, but the portion definately small. The price are not likely to come down, and I am willing to pay for organic produce as long as its fresh, so I would rather they charge me one more dollar and actually have a little extra.

I have been here on numerous occasions and I am in awe everytime. I just love the atmosphere and the history that surrounds you. This is one of the jewels of our city!

A friend and I decided to try this for a late lunch. It's not anything like your average restaurant. They do the flat top grill and you may be sitting with other groups of people. I hear there is more of a show that the chef does in the evening, but I was impressed with lunch, so I wonder what they do at night?
The food was so fresh( no way to hide it?)as they prepared it right in front of us. I would definately do that again! Great place for a socializing lunch!

Great wing flavors. Best place to stop by afte work for a pint, that may eventually turn into dinner. Bucket O Bacon, Poutine, Yam Fries. It's all good.

I've been to Raw Bar a few times - from when they first opened, to the last time - which was a few months ago, and now, it's no longer on the list.

I love the atmosphere. The stars in the ceiling - great for a swank lunch, dinner, drinks. The green-eyed lady - great drink!

I'm not sure what's going on with the food though. The first time, it was good - had some sushi. The second time, good - had the seafood platter. The third time - meh. Non-descript enough not to remember. The fourth time - wow. I cannot eat this. $60 in for an afterwork bite - and I am officially hungry! (okay, there may have been a drink in there for the $60).

Maybe it's just me ... maybe they were having a bad day? But the progressive trend seems to be heading south - so I'll be heading elsewhere. (For food that is).

District. Original items on their menu. Great atmosphere - very casual, chill, after work, have a drink type of place.

Food - well the food is good. I quite like the idea of getting to compile your own charcuterie board. But at $5 or so an item, it adds up to be quite the expensive board. (I don't know about you, but I like variety).

The Staff are fantastic! They are friendly, accommodating, and generally why I keep coming back. After all, the restaurant experience is not always just about the food. Staff - 10 points!

UNA...is more than just ONE great idea, its the result of that perfect combination of 4 talented individuals coming together with their specific skill set and building a complete concept.

with industry peeps like these as owner operators you get spoiled with an eating experience where the food matches the style of service, the wine list, the decor and even the location in that thoughtful way we've come to appreciate the 'big city' pizza and wine bars.

think of the best slice of 'real' pizza you've ever had, take a sip of your fairly priced glass of red or the cold duvel, say hello to your friends as they too come and go, take another look at the menu for some more plates to share, try another glass of the featured wine,hear the room fill with great conversation, digest your feast with the perfect espresso....and you've just been at UNA

as any 'big city' pizza wine bar, make sure you 're not in a rush to seat as they don't take reservations and the others will have come before you...but with its late night hours why rush a good thing.

Had a great dinner here one time and love sitting outside with the pool. Has a neat feeling to the place and a real vibe. Lots of great drinks though they are pricy.

Tuna sandwich reborn! Great, fresh bread. Moist and tangy. Just right.

I like going here sun - tues, pasta is on special and you can try the pasta menu for under $10. Service is usually okay and the atmoshpere is nice. They have a patio in the summer and you can often get a table.

Recently entertained guests at the District. The food was good, but extremely over priced. Fine enough, I can appreciate the costs with local & organic.
Following my visit however, my credit card has been over charged. I called twice and have not heard back from the correct person that I need to speak to.
Suffice to say I will not be back ever again, nor recommending this place to anyone I know.

Excellent lunch buffet experience, aptly prices at $12.95, lots of varieties including south indian food. love this place.

My boyfriend and I visited Fiore the other evening - we live right off 17th and had pretty much exhausted all other restaurants so decided to give it a try - worst mistake EVER!!! I made better pasta than that when i was 5. The "chicken" is not chicken if it comes pre-cooked and pre-chopped from a vaccuum sealed package! watery - sufficiently draining pasta does help! Better sauces come form a jar so i can only assume that these came from a can and nothing was added to highten any flavor they possibly could have captured. I can't believe that you can throw some "trendy" crap on the walls, locate yourself on 17th Ave and call yourself a restaurant, Fiore should be ashamed of themselves and their "chefs". Wait staff is hit and miss, our waitress was a definite miss. Good luck if you have mediocre taste and no expectations - Fiore should suffice....

I would have to say on the number of times of I have been to Fiore's I have never once had poor service. I find despite the staffing issues in this economy, this restaurant comes out number one for me! Amazing food, no matter what I ordered and always a great environment!

Working and living close to deVille I have a hard time not going everyday. Not being a coffee drinker I appreciate the care and attention given to non-coffee alternatives; the loose leaf tea is great quality and the ability to remove the leaves means it is never bitter; while the hot chocolate is to die for - quality dark chocolate without the overbearing sweetness one usually finds.

Sadly, the food does need a little work... the mac and cheese is amazing; as are the salads (which sadly do not come in the environmentally friendly containers most other products at deVille do). The sandwiches are a little too bread-y; and are quite often laden with too many onions.

All in all - when craving a good mac and cheese or a nice warm drink as a treat on a cold day - I definitely recommend deVille.

The evening started with a long wait in the very cold reception/lounge area which had about as much atmosphere as my garage. It was way too bright and very very cold. From there we went into the restaurant and enjoyed our chef and food. Best advice is to show up exactly when your table is booked and avoid the lounge altogether.

This is probably one of my favorite places to go, only because it's consistent, you know exactly what you're going to get. The wine list has a slightly higher mark up than the typical 100%, but it's standard for an upscale Calgary steak house. The service is good, food is great, the exposed ceilings are a little odd for a steak house. Also, you can't wear hats if you're a guy, which I thought was a little odd, considering it was a fashion hat, not a baseball cap. I guess that might offend someone? Weird.

The Lasagna was fantastic. My
only wish is that the portion could
be bigger.

This is a great addition to the Calgary Restaurant Scene. The food is local when possible, and is delicious. Tapas are available for $5,10,15 or 20. The cozy environment is perfect for a date but could easily accommodate a dinner with friends. The wine list is 12 reds from a certain country, and 12 whites from another. All reasonably priced and the wine list is updated often. And to top it all of they're open and serving food late, which is something Calgary desperately needs.

I was a little overwhelmed, with all the burger choices. They all sound so good. The recently hired server wasn't so sure about a recommendation, so thankfully, I saw the trio sampler on the menu. It was just what I needed at the time. Good food and the owners seem to know how to hire nice staff.

Thai Sa-On is full of wonderful surprises. My wife and I were invited to a dinner here with some friends who know the owner, Sam. We had an amazing time as my friends simply asked Sam to pick the menu and pair up wines with each dish. This turned out to be a great culinary journey but also a really interested wine journey from someone with an incredibly gifted palette....Sam blew us away with his wine knowledge. He's also incredibly hospitable and a wonderfully gregarious host.
We'll be back for sure.

I booked my 40th birthday party at Raw Bar back in August and my group of friends had a wonderful time enjoying the Chef's Weekend Tasting Menu. Each week, the Chef changes up the menu and the bartenders pair up wines and cocktails to go with each dish.
We all had an amazing time and can't wait to go back.
I've been back on several occasions for lunch or pre-Flames Games to enjoy their Thai Lobster Bisque and the Pad Thai.
Christina Mah, their Head Bartender, just won Calgary's Cocktail Competition the week before we came for my birthday dinner. So we set her loose to make some fantastic cocktails for our group. She didn't disappoint. This lady is a skilled bartender whose star is growing brighter by the day. Can't wait to try her latest concoction.

I like the atmosphere, and the lunch I had was really tasty. I wish they offered cheaper soup, but the large noodle soups are excellent. Things are in general a bit over priced, but otherwise it's a good lunch spot.

I eat out quite a bit, and all these meals add up, fiore is always the go-to place for a timely lunch that doesn't break my bank account. The selection is great, delicious, and the service is friendly. Easy to eat here a few times a week and not get bored.

We have dined at Fiore Cantina many, many times and every time it has been fantastic. The people we take with us agree. No one, not once has had a bad meal. That being said I cannot recommend the butternut squash. The prices are fantastic and they have smaller portions for those who cannot finish a full order. The 4 cheese ravioli is great! The buns to start the meal come warmed! The thin crust pizza is great too. We have ordered almost everything on the menu and are always thrilled with the food.

Loungeburger, although good, is tough to find. If you didn't know it was there you're likely to walk right by it. The only indication is the awnings with the "lb" initials on it. Ok, enough about that. The selection of burgers was great - the custom burger menu was a nice touch.

Kawa is a great place to meet friends for coffee, drinks, and with the addition of a dinner chef, their food is great! My favorite drink is their Gibraltar.

Was in Kawa this past Wednesday night and had a fantastic glass of Italian Merlot and loved the live music (James Slater, jamesslater.ca and Emily West). A great night out.

I really loved my lunch at Bumpy's the other day. I had a wonderful black bean soup and a great turkey panini, as well as a latte. Love the decor and atmosphere as well. I have nothing bad to say about Bumpy's. Everything about them is unique, and I mean that in the best way.

I was walking down the sidewalk one day past Chow when a guy came out of the restaurant and told me to come inside and try their food. I really didn't care for his aggressive approach, but I was in search of a hot drink so I decided to go in and try a chai latte. The entire time I was in there the guy wouldn't stop talking to me about how good their coffee and food is, and it made my entire experience unpleasant. I feel that good food and coffee can speak for itself. The chai latte I had was tasty, but it was overpriced and not worth going back for.

Nice lunch special of gnocci and salad on a beatiful stretch of 17th Avenue. If you love the sun and people watching it is heaven. The server was friendly and attentive. Thank you Fiore for a wonderful moment that I will remind myself about in those bitterly cold days of winter!

I was eager to try District when I heard they use local, organic produce. I wasn't really aware of their concept where you walk around and read off boards instead of menus. Right away I went from being comfortable to uncomfortable, having to hover over tables where people were eating to read menus. I also thought it was completely ridiculous when the waiter hauled over two big chalk boards for us to read the menu closer. He was sweating profusely from moving these big boards from table to table. I found it irritating. I think trying to be too different will cause more harm than good. I think they should stick with the organic local produce, which is unique enough in this city and skip the hodge podge of reading boards and wheeling them around. We just want relaxing & comfortable with the satisfaction of good food.

Another great night at La Vita! We both started off with the caprese salad and the gram cracker calamari which were both exceptional followed by their new homemade pastas which were to die for! No room for dessert but we enjoyed quite a bit of wine...great selection. What a gem!

I dine here often for lunch b/c they make me gluten free dishes since I am allergic to gluten.

They are really accommodating and friendly. Their dishes don't seem like the traditional thai but more on the healthy side and less greasy and
freshly prepared.

A must-try. Great Italian food, including delicous fresh pastas. I've had nothing but great meals and great service here. I've tried a number of things on the menu and haven't been disappointed yet.

I've been a big fan of Red Door Bistro and it's adjoining bar, Amsterdam Rhino (best unknown outdoor courtyard downtown) ever since both opened. When Red Door re-branded and re-designed and became District, I became a fan all over again. The new chef enhanced the menu (although I must say I don't enjoy their current set up of walking around the restaurant looking at chalk boards for my appies and entree, I just want to relax...). Food was superb. Service was excellent and Jean, the ever attending and gracious manager just made the experience that much more enjoyable. Last night a talented piano player turned out an ecclectic mix of tunes, a nice touch last night. We started with fresh and delicious east coast oysters, one my favorite wines there - Buil and Gine (at a great value, I might add). My main course was lamb and mashed potatoes (the best gravy I've had in quite sometime) and my dinner partner had a wonderful take on a Cobb Salad. The night ended with the best cognac in the house. The night became what my dinner partner (my Dad) refers to as a 'golden moment'. Is District worth the trip downtown? You bet it is! It's worth every last bite too.

I work and live dt and this seems to be a safe consistant bet for lunch! Fast service girls know you by name. Filling portions, great patio on sunny days. Nice relaxed environment with diverse crowd. Love this place, am here every sunny Friday for happy hour!

Great Great environment

I was visiting a friend who lives in the building above the lounge so we stopped in. Glad I did. The decor is great really modern!
The martini list was amazing, although we didnt go in to drink we ended trying many on the list! There appys are great! The service aswell was really good. Although they were alittle dead I think if it were in a better location or had better marketing it would be a hit.
If im over in that area I will definitly go in...and will suggest it to others.

I agree this place has a different price point and I feel it's worth it. It has a better atmosphere than the coffee / fast food joints I frequent downtown and the coffee and food are a level above too. Well worth the pilgrimage down 1st Street.

Today I had lunch here and really didnt know it exsisted.
It was pretty busy for a place of unknown. I had the BLT and the aoli and the sourdough bread were great. The bacon was amazing! I did not drink on this visit but want to come back as the brewery and the house beers intised me! The service was great and the fries with my meal were cooked and seasoned justtt perfect!

I am definitly going back there with my drinking buddies

As an new addition to the neighbour its really good idea.
The wine was amazing and very well priced. However I went there on a date and found its too cozy.
I felt they were over staffed for the small room that it is.
The menu layout was different although I thought for $20+ for a cheese plate was a little high.

Small Menu small room

I have just thrown out 8$ and now i have to figure out what i can eat for lunch. This place pretends to be something special with its wannabe decor but the food is horrible. Grilled cheese sandwich that is mushy and gross. They need to try not to try so hard.

Went for dinner last night, as my fiancee wanted the best oysters in town. They didn't disappoint, although the mignonette could have been a bit better.
We lucked out as they were culling their wine, and received a bottle regularly priced at $110 for $55!
For my main, the pork chop was very good, while the accompanying mustard was excellent. The broccoli was the best I've had, while the frites were only good. My fiancee had the mixed greens, poutine and green beans, and found the poutine "not as good as Quebe City" but pretty darn good.

All in all, we had an excellent time. Our server, Jarrod, was tremendous, while the attention of John "Know it all" made us feel as if we were in his own home.

We will defintely be back, and will tell others.

Definitely something that is different. Worth trying!

The best espressos and cappuccinos I've had in town, all done by hand (no robot coffee thermometers). Great beans (JJ Bean, 49th Parallel). The family-recipe baked goods put most bakeries to shame. Bumpy's is about as genuine mom-and-pop as it gets. Wonderful bright, modern ambience with a hint of the 50's in the mix.

We visited this restaurant lately and at first a few of the guests were a little skeptical of the format (ordering off chalkboards) but at the end of the evening it was unanimous-everyone agreed that the food was fantastic, and the service great. The overall feeling was that it was a really "fun" evening in a relaxed, down home atmosphere.

I was shocked to discover this great little restaurant hidden in an old Victoria Park building. I had driven past many times and finally went in only to discover that I was a fool for not stopping in sooner! I couldn’t find anything to complain about.. ! If you love Italian, you’ll love this place!

Relaxed, comfortable restaurant located least where you expect it. Very good, attentive service - friendly but not overbearing. Good food & great patio. Great pricing too!

Very good first impression, funky building but dignified setting, attentive service, and good food. Just what you need in a new city.

A delightful refuge of well prepared, well presented and well priced food and drink in the midst of the Stampede mayhem. Pizza-on-a-Stick?? Forget aboud it!! Real Italian fair that's fit for Stampede Royalty is where it is at.

I love lamb, so when we went to The District for lunch I naturally had the ragout. Very tasty and flavourful. Really liked it. Also a big fan of home fries...these ones were string cut and hot, just the way I like them. Big surprise was the house-made ketchup...not often you get ketchup that actually tastes like tomatoes instead of vinegar and sugar. Definitely going back and have recommended it to friends.

I went to the District for the stampede pig roast and it was great! You can tell they have cooks that care about the food they put out. It was delicious. The house beer "Dam Rhino" was one of the best beers I've had. Very competitive prices not only for downtown, but for all of Calgary. I will definitely go back and I recommend this for anyone else.

Really enjoyed my lunch at the District - the roast pork sandwich with potato salad and coleslaw on the side. It was delicious. The pork sandwich was really tasty. I don't normally like potato salad, but the way it's done there was great - not with mayonnaise and way lighter. And the coleslaw was somehow different and way more delicious than your usual coleslaw. Overall, it was very good. I Used a coupon from secalgarynews.com and got the lunch for free! My husband had the lamb ragout and that was fantastic. Overall we had a super lunch.

great breakfast selection with of course the feature "bottomless hasbrowns".
Old fashion atmosphere but get there early or expect to wait as seating is limited and this place is very popular!

Had lunch on the weekend and have to say, best poutine i have had since i lived in Montreal....awesome!!! love the atmosphere, server was great, and the food was fab! i think the interactive menu idea rocks and the food makes it all worthwhile. My son can't wait to go back and have the "bucket of bacon" and a slice of pie.

This is definately a couple steps above "Pub Grub". Fresh, local ingredients prepared honestly. The Oster bar was great. I wasn't much for raw osyers until I had them at the District.

i had the BLT for lunch and it was the best BLT i've ever had. The service was amazing and i cant wait to go back

This is a nice place with nice furniture and atmosohere, however I think the food and coffees are way overpriced for what it is! I had a sandwich and a latte and the sandwich wasn't even that good, the bread was too thick so all I could taste was bread and hardly anything inside! The description makes it look delicious but actually it isn't what they make you expect and I paid 8 dollars for that! The latte was alright but not better than other coffee shop downtown ( It just had that tacky drawing on top), remember I care about the taste not how it looks like! The worst thing was they dont make double size cappuccinos and when you ask them something they try to correct you and instructing you how to make your coffee...I'm a costumer so i think I have the right to choose what I want, especially if its that expensive!
However it totally is a place for snobs who dont know where to spend their money, but if you aren't one of them then I really don't recomand Chow Bazaar for your coffee or lunch!

I'm new to reviewing eateries but after such a great experience at deVille I had to feedback! The food (from St. Germaine) is mouthwatering and peaks the eaters interest at the different flavors. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly even if at first I thought it would be stuck up. This has been the best part of my '09 so far!

Brand new - just opening cafe. Fantastic sandwiches, salads and soups. Amazing lattes. Coffee is the same as DeVilles - full flavor, not bitter. Socially and environmentally aware. Proceeds from this weekend going to Ride for Cancer. Feels like a fashionable hangout, not a coffee house.

Kawa has a great look to the inside. Coffee is good and wine list is also good.
I read a review a few days ago that was not very complimentary. He was wrong. Folks try Kawa...You will not be disappointed.

I consider Kawa the finest cafe in the city.

I was hailed over by a friend of mine who happens to be one of the owners of this funky new hangout. It is really hard to use traditional categories, since this is such an ecclectic combination of deli, cafe, lounge and restaurant. Well, he called me over while I was walking by and I hadn't had a coffee yet that day. It turned out that I really hadn't had coffee AT ALL, until I had the brew from the manager Keith. If you like coffee...you will be in awe of the care and attention that has gone into this new venture. Check out the coffee company and it's business practices.(WOW) The owners have taken some of the best of the best and mashed it together to offer Calgarian diners a new experience that I think will fit well with the up-coming scene on 1st Street. June 11th was slotted as the official opening. You must check it out if you can.

Bad coffee....ok service.Who sells them coffee....Tim Horton's.

The atmosphere and smells are very authentic and bring me back to my Grandmother's home and that trip that I took so many years ago. Oh well the food is good and the people are quite nice. It is not the fanciest, but it is an experience that seems just like Denmark. Try it once, maybe you'll like it.

Make your breakfast allday. I want to have eggs benny for lunch.

Make it happen!

I was looking for a good americano on Friday on 17th Ave. Luckily I had some cash in my car. I went out with just my CC and realized that they only take debit or cash. Oh well it satisfied my need. Thanks to the friendly staff at Beano!

The Holy Grill is awesome. It is right by my work and I am really glad that my co-workers introduced me to this place. I'm a huge fan of their Pacific Panini. I've ordered it at least 10 times. The Pacific Panini is smoked salmon, cream cheese, spinach, artichoke hearts, onions and capers. It is amazingly delicious. I also love the burger with the avocado and blue cheese. They recently started serving breakfast and I'm a big fan of the sausage "nick muffin" for only $4! The service is super friendly and the place is always packed, a testament to how many people now know about this great breakfast/lunch destination.

I went to the Holy Grill for the first time because of the listing that I found on your website and WOW, what a gem! There was a line up out the door, but they were fast and friendly and the ranch burger that I had was so good, the little wait was totally worth it.

La Vita e Bella is a gem in the midst of a construction zone. Definitely worth the trip to Victoria Park. Service was prompt, friendly and knowledgable, atmosphere was authentic and food is unique and delicious.

I had the Bacon Avocado Crisp and it was fantastic!! This will be a morning routine I think

Unique and delicious. We have had just about everything on the menu and it has all been great. Parking sucks, but not their fault.

I went there for my birthday dinner and loved the atmosphere. The drinks were horrible bu the service and food more than made up for it. My favorite dish was the mango roll. I loved that the manager came and talked with us. She was very "chill" and just made my night. They took care of the drinks when they noticed we weren't drinking them.

This is a great pub with friendly service and great food! I have spent quite a bit of time over the years at this place! They have a nice patio and feature great live entertainment on the weekends!

Friendly, friendly, friendly.
Good people and passion for their business shows here. They make great banana bread as well as other healthy foods.

This is a quaint restaurant in Victoria Park. It is very cute inside with small dining rooms and an intimate feeling. The food was scrumptous but the presentation wasn't outstanding. The taste definitely made up for it though.

I really enjoyed the vegetarian selection but did leave a little wanting due to a larger appetite. Great taste and no guilt. I did feel like a funky diner just walking in the door.

This restaurant has a warm atmosphere with great food at a great price!

I realize over the years, after trying many ethnic restaurants, that to find quality ethnic food you need to eat where the "locals" eat. This is not one of those places!

Tried out Bumpy's for breakfast. Ordered a latte, oatmeal with coconut and tripleberry, and a breakfast panini. It all tasted great and the atmosphere was cool...but the real highlight was getting a fire-breathing dragon skillfully added to the foam of the latte.

Oh and thanks to Scott for recommending the 49th parallel espresso...fantastic.

Line ups longer than the passport office every morning to feed my addiction. I now cannot drink Starbucks or any other coffee for that matter, thanks for ruining my life Bumpy's.

I want to like Brewsters, I really do. I work close and generally enjoy pub food. They have fantastic beer, so I've given it several chances.
Every time I've gone in the food has been consistently terrible. I've had to return more dishes than I've eaten... Salty Soups, gross chicken, over baked frozen appetizers, and nacho's that looked they were actually spayed with grease... The only thing I've finished is the buffalo chicken wrap, at best it compares to a Wendy's spicy chicken go wrap, but for 5 times the price.

I enjoy the atmosphere and the food!

The King and I is a lovely restaurant with Thai food that isn't totally traditional. The menu includes items like spicy peanut chicken fettuccine and and Shanghai noodles along with more typical Thai fare. Some items are a great deal, like their $14 chef's choice combos for lunch, but then the amazing pork wrap appetizer is $10.50 for 4 small wraps. At dinner the entrees (meant for sharing) are around $25, a bit more expensive than the average Thai restaurant. But the food, for the most part, is absolutely delicious. The lamb curry with taro root and any of the green curries are great for people who like their Thai spicy, like I do. The pad thai is decent, although I always need to ask for extra limes because the flavor is really subtle.

By far the best espresso in town. I'm a huge fan of the 49th parallel bean, and they don't give it out if you don't ask. Beyond that the food and service are great.

The Coup is a great place for vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike as their food is so good, who needs meat? I highly recommend the falafel quesadilla with salad and maple balsamic dijon dressing. The only thing I've ate at the Coup that I wasn't totally thrilled with was the soba noodle salad, it was really overdressed. Make sure you get to The Coup early and keep your party to less than 4 because the place is super tiny (but lovely) and fills up very quickly.

While the choice of many beers are available on tap is delicious, the food is less desirable. Dirty dishes & greasy nachos...

Just really good food and such friendly guys.

I frequent the Keg on 11th for lunch quite often as I work nearby. We always head to the lounge where many of the staff probably consider us regulars. I enjoy the flatbread and salad combo, the onion soup, the keg burger, and many other lunch options. But nothing compared to my standby, the seafood club wrap with Caesar salad. If it was a really lucky day, I would also get the Keg's wonderful coleslaw on the side. Well, this week, I was disappointed. The lunch menu had changed, but just barely. They raised some prices and replaced my beloved seafood wrap with tuna sliders. I was outraged! But with an open mind I ordered the tuna sliders from our server (who was a little bit of a close-talker and a little too flirty with the small talk, but that's ok). When they came out I was surprised to see little tuna patties, not sliced seared tuna. Not so pretty, but still tasted good, not over-cooked or canned-tuna tasting like I expected. But they forgot the essential cucumber-wasabi sauce! I had to ask for it on the side. Sigh. The Keg is one of those hit-and-miss places for everything from food to service, but hey, it's better than Brewster's, so I will always go back as long as I work nearby!