Local Restaurant Thread

[TomLeeMC]

Originally Posted by undercoverbrother

I walked by Red City today on the way to Sam's Donair.

How does Red City measure up to Sam's.

I've only had Sam's once and enjoyed it. I hit up Red City more because the guy is a hoot. "HEYYYY Buddyyy". I stopped in there late the night my daughter was born and about a year later the guy remembers me and is asking how she's doing.

Cleopatra's is by far the best in town though. All donairs are delicious when intoxicated.

[undercoverbrother]

Originally Posted by TomLeeMC

I've only had Sam's once and enjoyed it. I hit up Red City more because the guy is a hoot. "HEYYYY Buddyyy". I stopped in there late the night my daughter was born and about a year later the guy remembers me and is asking how she's doing.

Cleopatra's is by far the best in town though. All donairs are delicious when intoxicated.

Cool, I will hit up Red City next time, usually meet a buddy once a month for lunch.


I tried Cleopatra's and didn't like it. Right now Sam's is at the top of my list locally, but we will see what Red City gets

[polak]

K new favorite Donair place.

Shawarma Palace in Forest Lawn.

[Weitz]

So king of donair is on the sidewalk in Kensington. Annoying as hell to walk past the huge line.

The donairs looked regular and boring.

[Roughneck]

Originally Posted by TSXCman

I'm open for better recommendations but I find the thai thais chain to be consistent. I like any of the charbroiled meats. Downtown /17th Ave recommendations welcome.

Kim Ahn's (same block as Una, across from Western) is my favorite spot for Vietnamese Subs after the bar.

[Violator]

Waiting for pza parlour to open and try it out

[malcolmk14]

I've been on a mission to find great Thai food for the past couple of years, and last night I tried Taste of Thailand on 12th Ave and 12th St SW. I have to say, it was awesome, and great value. Prices are significantly lower than a lot of other Thai places nearby and I was very satisfied with the food.

[DownInFlames]

Cluck n Cleaver on 14th St opened today. Sounds like they have some really good southern fried chicken. I look forward to checking it out.

[curves2000]

Ok everyone lets mix it up a bit here and change some of the category's. This is mostly an Alberta based forum here and we haven't discussed steakhouses??

What about Greek, Italian, Pizza, Sushi, Seafood etc?

Thoughts? Love some of the place listed thus far

[malcolmk14]

Originally Posted by curves2000

Ok everyone lets mix it up a bit here and change some of the category's. This is mostly an Alberta based forum here and we haven't discussed steakhouses??

What about Greek, Italian, Pizza, Sushi, Seafood etc?

Thoughts? Love some of the place listed thus far

Sushi:

Roku Sushi
Sushi Bar Zipang
Misato

Steakhouses:

Hy's
Vintage Chophouse
Caesar's

[troutman]

Seafood - Big Fish
Sushi - Red Ember
Italian - Scopa
Greek - Santorini
Steak - Buchanan's, Wellingtons, (old school - Smugglers, Red Carpet is gone, but Nick's still going)
Pizza - 4th Spot, Gus's Cafe, Stromboli Inn, Pulcinella, Spiros

[TheAlpineOracle]

Originally Posted by DownInFlames

Cluck n Cleaver on 14th St opened today. Sounds like they have some really good southern fried chicken. I look forward to checking it out.

I'm really excited to try this. That said, i've been to a couple events Nicole Gomes catered and I was really disappointed. Was expecting a lot more from what I saw on Master Chef. Was just standard catering.

[undercoverbrother]

Originally Posted by troutman

Seafood - Big Fish
Sushi - Red Ember
Italian - Scopa
Greek - Santorini
Steak - Buchanan's, Wellingtons, (old school - Smugglers, Red Carpet is gone, but Nick's still going)
Pizza - 4th Spot, Gus's Cafe, Stromboli Inn, Pulcinella, Spiros

I have never, ever had a good meal at Smugglers.

Why is it so freaking dark in there.

[Zarley]

I had a donair in Halifax from King of Donair and found it disgusting due to the ridiculous amount of sauce. Why would anyone want that much sauce?

The donair and shawarma places we have around here are much better.

[Zarley]

Also, for Viet subs:

1. Kim Anh (17th ave)
2. Thi Thi (Chinatown across from Harry Hays)
3. Trung Nguyen (Chinatown in a mall near Thi Thi)
4. Saigon Baguette (17th ave)

Steakhouses:

1. Caesar's (Willow Park location)
2. Vintage
3. Hy's
4. Caesar's (downtown)

[Fuzz]

Originally Posted by troutman

Seafood - Big Fish
Sushi - Red Ember
Italian - Scopa
Greek - Santorini
Steak - Buchanan's, Wellingtons, (old school - Smugglers, Red Carpet is gone, but Nick's still going)
Pizza - 4th Spot, Gus's Cafe, Stromboli Inn, Pulcinella, Spiros

I had no idea Stromboli still existed. It used to be our go-to pizza place, when I could eat real pizza. Checked their web page, I see they have moved. That Pizza was awesome.

[Regulator75]

I've never understood the hype with Viet subs. I choose a Vermicelli bowl everytime.

Asian ingredients between bread? Pass.

[TheAlpineOracle]

Originally Posted by Zarley

I had a donair in Halifax from King of Donair and found it disgusting due to the ridiculous amount of sauce. Why would anyone want that much sauce?

The donair and shawarma places we have around here are much better.

If you are still in Halifax, I would highly suggest trying Willy's Pountine for a late night binge.

[nik-]

Originally Posted by Regulator75

I've never understood the hype with Viet subs. I choose a Vermicelli bowl everytime.

Asian ingredients between bread? Pass.

Being in a sandwich makes everything better.

Crispy fresh french bread, savoury meats, spice, sweet and slightly sour pickled carrot. Delicious balance.

They don't change the world, but they're a fine, fine sandwich.

[Bean]

Originally Posted by Regulator75

I've never understood the hype with Viet subs. I choose a Vermicelli bowl everytime.

Asian ingredients between bread? Pass.

I've found that if you're at a place with subs AND food - to never bother getting subs there. It is polarizing where the restaurants can do one or the other well but never both.

Give it another try at one of the recommended stand alone sub places. Assorted meats pleases most - hold the cheese if you're a purist.

A new place for Vietnamese food is on centre street north and ~ 64 avenue by the IDA. They've got the typical offerings as well as traditional stuff that my mom makes.


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