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Foot Henry , Charbar , and Buddha ’ s Veggie are vegetarian . Veg-In YYC is great for veggie and vegan takeout .
BEST FOR SOCIALIZING
There ’ s really no better way to get to know someone or catch up with old friends than by sharing a meal . Foreign Concept and Anju are Asian-fusion restaurants with an eye on inventive small plates ideal for sharing . Pigeonhole and Ox and Angela are all about snack plates paired with the perfect wine in an upscale setting . Embarcadero Wine & Oyster Bar is a casual , lively spot to share different varieties of oysters .
BEST FOR LOCAL FOOD
Calgary is fortunate to be surrounded by farms and ranches that are producing amazing local
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fare from vegetables and grains to prime meats , and restauranteurs are not letting it go to waste . River Café , Rouge , and the Deane House are not only some of the most top-notch restaurants in western Canada , they ’ re also devoted to locally-sourced cuisine . Other local hotspots include Notable , which uses regional ingredients to create upscale comfort food , and Market , which serves up uniquely Canadian cuisine . |
BEST FOR DESSERT
When your sweet tooth needs sugary satisfaction , only the most delectable , housemade confections will do . Yann Haute Patisserie and Ollia Macarons and Tea are known for their incredible macarons , while Crave Cookies & Cupcakes and Jelly Modern Doughnuts do the classics to perfection . When you must have something cold and creamy , try one of the numerous flavours of artisanal gelato from Fiasco Gelato — you might recognize this business from the T . V . show Dragon ' s Den .
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National BEST FOR LOCAL BEER
Look for beers by local brewers Dandy Brewing , Tool Shed Brewing , Banded Peak Brewing , High Line Brewing , Cold Garden Brewery , Common Crown Brewing , and Village Brewery when out for a pint . Craft Beer Market , National , and The Ship and Anchor , always stock a great selection of local beers on tap .
Get your beer straight from the source at brewpubs that make their own beer in-house and serve it alongside delicious food . Trolley 5 serves their beers in a two-storey restaurant overlooking lively 17th Avenue . Mill Street Brewery makes some unique-to-Calgary creations alongside popular favourites such as their Mill Street Lemon Tea .
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