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This Fairmont Hotel restaurant is often overlooked by local folks, but the food is very good and eclectic. Last night I had roast duck and others had other dishes. The menu prices are high, but what you would expect for a Fairmont Hotel. Also ate at the bar/restaurant next door and the place is very nice as well, with excellent... more
The food was exquisite. Daily combination specials made the prices somewhat more reasonable. The pace was laid back and excellent for an extended business dinner.
Dined here with friends. We were seated promptly. The restaurant was quiet, and had a nice intimate feel. We order a couple of bottles from the wine menu. There`s something for everyone on their wine menu. Many great choices. Started off with the organic composition salad, the scallops almandine and the forest mushroom and potato chowder. The scallops were awesome,... more
Extremely high standards garnered this hotel a CAA/AAA Four Diamond Award. The menu showcases Canadian cuisine with a stellar presentation and innovative use of ingredients. First plates (appetizers) incorporate foods from across the country like sugar-cured salmon with red curry yogurt. Second plates focus more tightly on prairie fish, meats and vegetables such as the grilled Stone Wood elk... more
This is one of the city's finest restaurants located in one of its nicest hotels. It has been rated as one of Canada's top 100 restaurants by En Route Magazine. The lamb entree is recommended, along with the soup, salad and pate that comes with the meal. The wine list is substantial and is enjoyed by the business and professional clientele that frequent the dining room. A dress code is in... more
The Fairmont's signature dining room is elegant with a touch of the rustic in its wood paneling. Canadian cuisine is the forte, and the menu is simply amazing. Start with an indulgence such as pan seared Quebec foie gras with Thai chili-vanilla poached pear and maple-dusted fry bread. Then, for a fun and dramatic presentation, select the roasted bison filet (for two) with Crown Royal-saskatoon... more