Cedars Deli

Honestly one of the best sandwiches I've had. Very fresh & great flavors. The bread is something…read moreelse. The service was excellent. Quiet spot with places to sit inside.

The BEST subs in the city! Always fresh as Joe always…read moreslices the meat on demand Friendly family business!

Joe's special

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Lina's Italian Market

3.9(119 reviews)

1.0 km

DO NOT SHOP HERE. It's not the same as it was. The service or the food. I shopped at this store and…read morespent $80. It was 16 min in the cashier lineup. All of my things were pushed to a different area and left there. I had 2 brand new bags with me and MONICA would not pack my items. She did not even give us plastic bags to put our meat in. When I asked she said no the store does not pack items since covid! That was over 2.5 years ago! She had no mask on & was packing other bags. SO DO NOT GO TO A shorter CHUBBY OLDER WOMAN WITH BLACK STRAIGHT HAIR & dirty nails NAMED Monica at the checkout or avoid this location and go to Calgary Italian Center on 20 Ave & Edmonton Tr. - they are amazing! (And less expensive ) I asked a girl at the coffee bar & she said she always packs the items. The store is not the same . and the food sits for a long time now too, just look at the pasta it is totally curdled and dry in the hot food tray. AVOID (see my greasy food photos) service:1 food:1

Came here on a Friday afternoon and picked up some wonderful sandwiches and salads. We also got a…read morecioppino seafood stew. Everything was delicious, I especially enjoyed the perfect tomatoes and mozzarella cheese in the caprese salad! Service was fast and friendly and the place looked very clean.

Tiramisu

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See the grease soaked right through a "waxed" box. Not like before- I did not eat it, too oily.

Scozzafava’s Deli

4.8(6 reviews)

5.1 km

Been to Calgary a few times now and every time I will make it a point to come back to this deli…read more Really cool vibe in a great neighborhood. Staff are super friendly and have recommended 10/10 sandos every time. Sandwiches are LARGE. So don't come alone so you can try more than one. My favorite is hands down the chicken Caesar. Don't worry, it's not a salad. It's mostly chicken. Will be back again to try all the other sandwiches!

Now this is how you make a sandwich! There's such a thrill in finding incredible local eats. I'm…read morenot usually a big sandwich person, but a good foodie friend of mine said they heard the hype about Scozzafava's so I went along. No regrets. If you didn't know about this spot, you might easily pass by without a second glance. Scozzafava's serves up authentic, classic Italian sandwiches that just slap. They use a soft sesame seed bun, which probably is the most unique part of the sandwich. For their marinara sandwiches, I wish they used a thicker bun to better absorb all the sauce. The sesame bun didn't keep its integrity, sadly. The meatball marinara was glorious! Slightly spicy, super moist meatballs, slightly sweet marinara, and perfectly paired with bitterness of the rapini. Don't forget the cheese pull! We also grabbed the classic Italian deli, which was scrumptious and very filling. You can't go wrong with either option, in my opinion.

Stampede special

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Meatball sandwich & Italian combo sandwich

Streats Beltline Kitchen

4.1(8 reviews)

4.3 km

I stopped by StrEAT in downtown Calgary briefly for their Baja Fish Taco. The flavour and value…read morewere good so I'd give it 8.5/10

When in Canada, get poutine. This was our first lunch stop on our trip and it was perfect. There's…read morea type of poutine for everyone, and they're HUGE. We could have shared one. Clean space, quick meals, cheap beer. Great find.

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World Delicatessen

3.3(4 reviews)

4.0 km

Weird little cafeteria in the Calgary Tower that serves Sandwich-esque and Asian-esque food…read moredirectly across the Auburn's indoor entrance. Had the Beef Sate Sub for $7.25. That's it! No surprise with the GST, very direct and clear on price ... nice! It was a little confusing after my order where my sub was to be made. To the left of the register is the kitchen area where they make the sandwiches and deep fried stuff. To the right of the register is the designated sub creation area. It took a few minutes to understand their process. The order system was also kind of weird. Basically you wait to the side Starbucks style for your order and the dish gets called out. I found it a little strange that everyone waiting will know what I ordered. Despite the chaos of the process, they manage to do a lot of turnover during the lunch rush. One should note that most of the food here is pre-maid and/or frozen food fry and serve. However they also sell soups, salads and made-on-the-spot sandwiches. It isn't the most gourmet place for food. But is it quick and easy? You bet! Open 6 am to 4 pm M-F. 17/30 Yelp 30 Day Challenge

I work down on 9th Ave SE and there's not a great deal of places to eat without having to put on a…read morecoat and leave the building. This place is withing the confines of the plus 15 system, just at the bottom of the Calgary Tower. I had seen people with what I thought was Vietnamese food and wondered where they got it from. Here's the place. I recently tried the lemongrass chicken which was decent but not lemony enough for me. The crispy roll it came with wasn't one of the best I've had but ok none the less. The shrimp salad rolls were pretty good, so was the peanut dipping sauce although it could be more peanutty. One morning my stomach was growling so my colleague and I ventured over to World Delicatessen for some breakfast. I had an english muffin with egg, ham and cheese. I have to say it was way too salty. Not sure if I'll try breaky here again but certainly will have the Vietnamese again. They also have Viet subs which looked pretty good. Maybe that'll be next on my list.

Joe's on 12th

4.3(6 reviews)

4.3 km

Best breakfast sammie. Just sayin'. Huge eggs and cheese portions. Everything else I've tried is…read morealso really good, and I'm not just saying that. I can't really pick out a favorite (other than the breakfast sandwich, because I'm a breakfast-o-holic) Every day of the week they have a special. Joe was one of the most giving and friendly proprietors that I've ever met, he always recognized me when I came in, and asked me where I'd been if I hadn't come in in a while. I'm quite sad that he retired. Great service and great food, this little sandwich place gets 5 stars from me.

Love this local deli, this is my go to place to pick up a quick lunch. Staff is super friendly and…read morei love their donairs there as that is what i always get-Pita filled with sliced beef, onions, lettice and tomatoes with sweet sauce. The have daily specials and premade sandwiches available if you are in a rush. Lunch time can get really busy so recommend coming here before noon.

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The Holy Grill

4.2(226 reviews)

4.4 km

What a great find!…read more We enjoyed the beet salad 10/10, beet chips 7/10, the ranch burger 8/10 , the spicy mushroom mozza burger 10/10, and the Mr. chicken panino 10/10! There is an abundant selection of beverages too. Everything was delicious and I would order them again! The service was prompt, kind and the manager made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our meal.

What a lovely sweet find along 10 Ave! Was in the area for medical travel and found this burger…read morespot across from MEC. The ranch burger and milkshake would of been more than enough for me (as that was a very hefty burger!) but also tried their smash browns (big potato chunks crisped up and super delicious enough to take home the remainder). I really liked the layout and lighting in the restaurant but as an added bonus, there is also a patio out back (I think you still need to go inside to order at the counter though) and free 3 hr parking for those eating there. I didn't realize about the parking until after I was done my appointment (that would of saved me from struggling with paying for parking on an old iphone that doesn't like indigo QR links...). So now I know for next trip to Calgary this is the spot to stop. Also, just an extra nod to the the two working (I believe they both were owners). Super friendly, will chat or leave you to enjoy your meal and really went the extra step with bringing out the good hot sauce and ketchup even before the meal was ready.

Half ranch and half spicy mushroom mozza burger.

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Mr. Chicken Panino

Made From Scratch

4.3(6 reviews)

4.0 km

Lovely independent spot to grab a homemade breakfast or lunch in Gulf Canada Square. In addition to…read moresome sandwich and salad staples, they have rotating weekly features of different hot dishes and soups. On this visit, I tried the mac and cheese and beef/barley soup. The soup was warm and inviting with real beef. But, the real highlight was the mac and cheese: extra creamy made with real cheddar cheese and topped with buttery homemade croutons. For the portions provided, $10 is more than fair for well-prepared comfort food!

Made from Scratch is in the Gulf Canada Square food court. Usually has the longest lineups out of…read moreall the vendors there. They offer two fresh soups every day which are clearly not canned and made from scratch. They also offer a different special every day of the week that can be supplemented with a salad or a small soup. These specials range from clubhouse sandwiches, to spring roll on vermicelli, to mac n' cheese (scratch made). One of my go-to places for lunches and as a soup connoisseur they are able to beat out most places by providing homemade soups instead of the typical generic Campbell's stuff you find in most delis. One thing I would like is for them to switch up and try their hand at making other soups because I have been here so many times the soups are getting slightly old (but still tastier and better value than Sunterra) TLDR: Soups good, specials can be good, sandwiches fresh, salad available.

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Delicious minestrone soup

Meat & Bread

4.2(49 reviews)

4.0 km

Found this place on Yelp when I was really in the mood for a good sandwich. I went with the Alberta…read moreBeef and it absolutely hit the spot. The beef was super tender and flavorful, and whatever they slow cook it in really works. The only tricky part was actually finding the entrance. It took me a minute walking around the block before realizing where it was. Once I got inside though, everything was smooth. It is a little on the pricier side for a fast casual sandwich, but after tasting it I understood why the reviews are so strong. Definitely worth trying, and I would absolutely order it again

Ordered the meatball sandwich, Alberta BBQ beef, and tomato soup. Everything was surprisingly…read moredelicious! When looking at pictures, I thought the bread would be hard but it was actually so soft. The tomato soup tasted like it was homemade and tasted really well together with the meatball sub.

Porchetta

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Porch

4.4(80 reviews)

4.9 km

Came here for our one year wedding anniversary and the staff were so sweet. We got complimentary…read morechampagne, which was a nice surprise. Our server offered to take pictures of us at dinner which was also thoughtful. The vibe was chill but fun!

We were originally going to another brunch spot but they were way too busy so we looked up more…read moreoptions on Yelp and came across Porch. We saw they were going to open at 11am, and decided to try our luck by getting there right at opening since we didn't have a reservation. We got lucky and got seated right away! - PARKING - Street parking, make sure you take note of how long you paid for! - SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT - The ambiance inside is so nice and airy, with greenery and natural light shining through. There's also a super cute swing area next to the bar area that you can sit. I really liked the overall interior design! The staff was very attentive for our large party throughout our meal. There are bathrooms downstairs as well. - FOOD - Bacon Jam Benedict ($20.00): Loved the flavor combination in this! The sweet savory maple bacon jam worked so well! We upgraded to the fried potatoes ($4.00) and they were pretty tasty. Carrot Cake French Toast ($24.00): We got one to share with the table, and I'm glad we didn't commit because it was just OK to me. I wish there was more mascarpone filling, and also a different sauce than chocolate because it didn't pair well for me. Winter Nights ($19.00): We wanted to get some greens in and chose this salad. I enjoyed the mix of greens and also the fennel salami which gave a salty bite! Truffle Parm Fries ($13.00): We also got this to share with the table and you can't go wrong with these! - OVERALL - Great brunch option if you have a small or large group! Really nice airy ambiance for a nice start to your day.

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Brussel sprouts

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Mic X.

9 years ago

I used to eat a lot at cedars deli and really liked their samosas but not sure if there are recent changes as their samosa have become smaller in size and do not taste the same at all. I still like their plates and find them yummy read more

H. P.

10 years ago

I love Cedar's deli. The service is always excellent, and the food is delicious. I've never had a bad experience with Cedars in the time I've lived in the neighbourhood and is a go to place for delicious food. read more

Amanda T.

13 years ago

It was OK. was very excited for this place. Did not live up to expectations. Average donair. Had better. Not going back. service was good. place was clean. read more

Ali C.

15 years ago

the best donair i have tasted in long long time, ordered a jumbo donair with cheese which just hit the spot, and the service was a friendly as can be! read more

J L.

13 years ago

Donairs always taste good. Nothing special with these ones. worth a try if you are close by. Clean. good service.

Jennie P.

12 years ago

Great food and the staff are super friendly. I've ordered food here many times and never had a bad experience.

Brham T.

8 years ago

Price was good for the shawarma. Have had better but the value was there. Would come back again.

W W.

13 years ago

This is a cow shit, dont waste your money The worst in Calgary

Kevin E.

14 years ago

If you don't like this place you have a problem in life!!

Fred A.

12 years ago

Best spot in town! I love it...Love my "MJ-Earlier years"

Chris D.

13 years ago

when ever i am in this area this place is on my mind .

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Easily the worst Donair/Shawarma in the city. Overpowering taste of curry powder. Extremely…read moredisappointing as this is the only place in the city I would never visit again and it's also the closest one to where I work.

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Stopped by Jimmy's A & A before heading to the airport to fly home to California. Amani was so…read moregenerous and let us sample the meats first since it was our first time at the deli. She was incredibly friendly, patient, and helpful while we decided what to order. The donair was packed with delicious beef and chicken, and the garlic and sweet sauces really brought it all together. So tasty! We are definitely glad we went out of our way to try this place. Thank you, Amani, for making our first visit such a great experience!

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My Donair

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I think I might have a new lunch spot for my time here in Calgary. Donner kebabs are a world-wide…read morestaple and you may be more familiar with them in Greek restaurants. It's that spinning slab of meat that they slice and then serve on a warmed pita bread with assorted veggies and a sauce of some sort. I've had them in the UK, in Germany, in Switzerland and even in the Netherlands. It's a classic. Here in Canada, it's exactly the same and "My Donair" has a pretty solid system. In addition to beef, they also offer a chicken and a veggie. Veggies include tomatoes, cucumbers, pickles, hot peppers and a few more. Top your donner with garlic sauce, tzatziki or hot sauce. Wrapped in paper, you're going to need a few napkins. And feel free to eat in or take it to go. $7 for a regular with a can of soda. That's a pretty good deal and I think way better than the Subway three doors down.

the donairs here are OK, but don't even come near the awesomeness of Jimmy's A&A, which is the best…read morein the city. The problem with My Donair lies in the meat, which is IMO cut too thick and has a spongy texture because the meat isn't ground fine enough (need to double grind it). also, they charge extra for hot sauce, pickles, etc. which is pretty lame IMO. the young man who is always working and who I think owns the place is quite nice, though. he always makes conversation with me, which is nice. even if they aren't the best donairs, i like supporting the place cause the guy is so nice.

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I thought I had eaten the best Shawarma in Cochrane until someone suggested DOTR. Hands down the…read morebest spot in town for donairs and Shawarma. I'm a consistent client!

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I was there for first time today and it will be the last. The dish I chose was the kafta kebab. It…read morewas so overcooked I could not even get a fork into it and could not break it with a piece of pita. I left almost all of it on the table and did not eat it. They also use the dreadful thin wood knives and forks. The fork would not even pierce a pepper. I had to shovel the salad into my mouth. I deliberately did not bring this up until after I paid so they would not accuse of wanting a free meal, nor did I after I paid. What I got was no response at all when I told them that the beef in the kebab was so overcooked that it was also impossible to chew. Although I did not tell them this, it was dry like beef flavoured sawdust held together with glue. The food was slopped into the container when it was brought to my table. They were not the least bit interested in what I had to say. Talk about rude. AVOID THIS ESTABLISHMENT LIKE THE PLAGUE. DREADFUL MIDDLE EASTERN FOOD. On my mother's side, I have Middle Eastern heritage and know what good Arab food is.

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Seriously some of the best food I have ever had, such friendly employees, it really feels like…read moreyou're welcomed there with open arms!

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We ordered takeout from Falafel King during our vacation, and it was by far the best food we had…read moreduring the trip. The order consisted of: [1] donair poutine, [2] donair wrap, [3] falafel wrap, and [4] beef shawarma platter. First off, Falafel King is very liberal with the amount of donair they layered on both the poutine and the wrap - they were loaded with so much delicious donair that it puts my Bay Area-local restaurants to shame. And it was good, like so tasty. For the poutine, the gravy was just right - it was neither overly watery or viscous.. The yellow potatoes used in the poutine were fried on demand, so they came out extra crispy. The beef shawarma platter was also pretty loaded with delicious meat, rice, veggies, and large-sized pita (the same ones used to make the wraps). To top it off, the order came with a free side of Baklava. The hot sauce used in the wraps had some real heat to it, even though it wasn't slathered on. Service was fast, and the two gentlemen working the counter were very courteous. As for the layout of the restaurant, it seemed clean - but we did not linger given the order was takeout.

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My Shawarma had the freshest of vegetables and the meat was perfect. My son's chicken plate was…read morealso quite the serving as far as taste and helping. I believe this is a family run business and we felt like they treated us like we were part of theirs. It's casual dining inside with clean, comfortable seating. If we didn't have to catch a flight, I would've also bought some of their frozen samosas to enjoy at home.

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