Winner
Calgary Momo House
Calgarians travel from around the city to try Calgary Momo House’s authentic Nepalese cuisine. The restaurant is perhaps best known for its momos, which are Tibetan dumplings that come in vegetarian, mutton, paneer or chicken options. The menu also features dishes like leg of lamb, Himalayan butter chicken and traditional Nepali thali.
2150, 4310 104 Ave. N.E., 825-415-8066, calgarymomohouse.com, @calgarymomohouse
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Queens Breakfast Cocktails
With its elegant atmosphere and beautifully plated breakfast dishes, it’s no surprise that brunch fans flock to Queens Breakfast Cocktails. Dishes like the brioche French toast and croissant eggs Benedict are just as eye-catching as the restaurant’s interior filled with portraits and dazzling chandeliers.
3927 Edmonton Tr. N.E., 403-764-0878, queensyyc.ca, @queensyyc
Amihan Grill + Bakeshop
Filipino and Canadian flavours come together at Amihan Grill + Bakeshop in Sunridge. Start your meal off by splitting a starter platter, then dig into dishes of barbecue pork ribs, beef caldereta, chick-charon and more. Also, be sure to save room for dessert because the bake shop offers cakes, breads and other pastries to enjoy there or take home for later.
208, 3132 26 St. N.E., 403-455-6050, amihan.ca, @amihan.grill.bakeshop
White Elephant Thai Cuisine
Located in Vista Heights, White Elephant Thai Cuisine’s flavourful menu is just as mouth-watering every time you visit. Choose between a wide variety of curries, stir-fries and noodle dishes to share with a group of friends, and wash it all down with a Singha Thai beer.
1808 19 St. N.E., 403-457-1172, whiteelephantthaicuisine.com, @whiteelephantthaicuisine
Hearts Choices Cafe Market
With its wide range of Thai dishes, burgers, sandwiches and other mains, Hearts Choices has everything a vegan foodie could possibly want. The menu includes options like panang curry, chick’un donburi bowls and cauliflower wings. Be sure to pick up some frozen products for home before you leave.
4127 6 St. N.E., 403-276-2163; heartschoices.com, @heartschoices