I live directly across from Muse. It's a great restaurant, I've never been disappointed, but I also don't think it's as out-of-this-world good as some make it out to be. Kensington generally has some good places at varying price ranges, Vero, Pulcinella, and especially the Brasserie.
I wasn't that impressed with Rouge. Calgary generally has plenty of good Italian spots... Sugo is fantastic. Teatro is also great, same with Mercato. Catch was underwhelming. Trib isn't bad, but also a bit underwhelming. Rush was a disappointment. Vintage makes the best steak in the city, period; the Cowboy Chop is unreal. People often overlook River Cafe, that place has such great atmosphere and such a fantastic location and the food has been very good on both occasions I've been there. Off the top of my head.
There's a lot of wasted breath on sushi in this thread. Sorry, but the best sushi in this city is still pretty damned mediocre.
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