Calgary: Top Picks in an Eater's Paradise
December 7, 2002

If you're looking for beef in this eater's paradise, the Sterns say you'll find some of the best at Rocky's Burger Bus, where they form the superb Alberta beef patties by hand. You'll have no trouble finding Rocky's—it's an old urban transit bus that's been permanently parked on 46th Avenue Southeast.

Rocky's Burger Bus
1120 46th Avenue SE
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
403-243-0405

For great steaks, head to The River Café, a romantic restaurant designed like an old fishing lodge and located on an island accessible only by foot. The beef served here is "triple A," comparable to "prime" in the United States.

River Café
Prince's Island Park
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
403-261-7670

Chicken on the Way is the place to go for fried chicken. You'll be seated at a picnic table and served fried chicken, terrific fries, and corn fritters all in a bright yellow basket.

Chicken on the Way
1443 Kensington Road NW
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
403-283-5545

The best chocolate ice cream ever comes from Manuel Latruwe, a chocolatier turned ice cream maker. They only sell pints, but they'll give you a spoon when you buy!

Manuel Latruwe
1333 1st Street SE
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
403-261-1092

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