[New] Braven

Situated in the luxurious JW Marriott, Braven provides a fine dining experience with prime cuts of Alberta’s best beef in the spotlight. The restaurant features private and semi-private rooms to accommodate small and medium-sized groups, from an intimate gathering of 20 for dinner to a cocktail reception that can serve 48. The wood-paneled rooms painted in dark jewel tones are accented with gold and bronze fixtures creating a cozy, inviting and elegant venue, perfect for photo opportunities. Expect to see some of Braven’s classic dishes like shrimp cocktail, black cod, and beef tenderloin on an impressive selection of menus along with several vegetarian and gluten-free options.

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse

A dedicated events coordinator is assigned to assist you and your party, be it an intimate gathering of 12 or a grand event to accommodate 120 people. Richly hued decor in rooms like The Vault, The Library and The Boardroom exude timely elegance. For parties of 15 or more, the restaurant offers a range of price points on set menus with names that pay homage to founder, Ruth Fertel, affectionately known as “The First Lady of Steak.” The “Happy Jack” menu is named for Happy Jack, Louisiana where Ruth was born; “The 1965” menu is named for the year she mortgaged her home and bought the Chris Steak House in New Orleans; and “The Ruth” menu, named for the legend herself, showcases the finest of what the restaurant has to offer.

As expected, the franchise’s legendary steaks feature prominently on the menus but special requests, like vegetarian options can be arranged, as well.

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