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BITES DINING & ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE

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Fall 2010

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Downtown

Ric’s Grill Downtown

One of the city’s finest Ric’s Grill Downtown has long been known for offering some of the finest food the city has to offer.

If it’s steak you’re after, look no further than Ric’s Grill, which boasts Sterling Silver beef from High River, Alta.

All the steaks are handcarved, in house, and all the fish and seafood are the freshest available.

Soups and sauces are made in house, from scratch.

Ric’s offers a variety of chicken, rib and pasta dishes, as well as a lengthy wine list, so the perfect pairing is always possible.

So come in, bring some friends and enjoy a night out.

227 Victoria St. Kamloops 250-372-7771

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Ric’s Grill Downtown head chef Dave Rempel, above.

At left, apple pecan and blue cheese salad along with roasted squash, goat cheese and pine nut ravioli.

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Duffy’s Pub...................... pages 4 & 5

North Shore

Denny’s............................ pages 26 & 27

East Side Mario’s............. pages 6 & 7

Halston Pub...................... pages 28 & 29

Joey’s Only...................... pages 8 & 9

Mt. Paul Clubhouse........... pages 30 & 31

The Verse..................... pages 10 & 11 Vittorio’s...................... pages 12 & 13

Barnhartvale Tumbleweeds Pub......... pages 14 & 15

Downtown Bistro 3.2.6.................. pages 16 & 17 Mauyra’s Indian........... pages 18 & 19 Ric’s Grill....................... pages 2 & 40

Sahali Wok Box.......................... pages 32 & 33

Sun Peaks Globe Cafe & Tapas Bar.... pages 34 & 35 Memories at Cahilty.......... pages 36 & 37

Valleyview McCracken Station Pub...... pages 38 & 39

Scott’s Restaurant......... pages 20 & 21 Sanbiki........................ pages 22 & 23 The Commodore.......... pages 24 & 25 FALL, 2010

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Aberdeen

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Duffy’s Pub

Above, Duffy’s Pub server Stacey Crelin.

At right, cook Niko Moutsos and owner Arthur Dolmat.

Innovation adds zest to great pub food 1797 Pacific Way Kamloops 250-372-5453 4

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Since 1991, Duffy’s Pub has been committed to bringing you the finest quality food possible.

Staff members pride themselves on serving old-fashioned, home-style cooking with a few innovative ideas tossed in.

From the freshly-caught beer-battered halibut to daily soups and sauces created from scratch, FALL, 2010

you’re sure to find something to enjoy. French fries are cut daily, and steaks are aged a minimum of 30 days. Duffy’s uses only the finest lean ground beef in the burgers — which might cost more for the pub, but you’re worth it!

Duffy’s always strives to buy the best and the freshest ingredients, and kitchen staff prepares food with the utmost care, but if we can do more, let us know. If there’s something you’d like to see on the menu, tell us! Duffy’s is consistently voted ‘Best Pub’

by Kamloops Daily News readers.

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Aberdeen

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East Side Mario’s

East Side Mario’s staff members, from left, manager Ryan Parsons, server Victoria Rabbitt, chef Michael Hogg, bartender Chelsie Handel and servers Jason James and Samantha Comeau.

East Side Mario’s full rack of baby back ribs smothered in honey barbec ue sauce served with french fries and a Tuscan Chicken salad.

Italian fare in a relaxed, family setting 1320 W. Trans-Canada Highway, Unit 117 250-374-7174

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East Side Mario’s is everything you like about Italian.

The warm welcome, the relaxed, fun and friendly atmosphere — this is the essence of Little Italy.

That same passion is alive at East Side Mario’s, especially in the food. You’ll find it in the authentic Italian favourites, the many freshly made dishes, and in the delicious freshness of the ingredients.

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So come on in, sit down and get ready for the good times that comes with a great meal. It’s time you had a taste of Little Italy.

Mangia! Mangia!

On Mondays, with the purchase of a dine-in adult entrée, a child under age 10 can eat for free from the Bambini menu.

If it’s your birthday, East Side Mario’s gives you a free Panna Cotta ­— an authentic Italian baked vanilla cream topped with chocolate sauce, drizzled with a raspberry coulis and served with a crisp wafer.

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EVERYDAY VALUES !

FULL BREAKFAST MENU 8AM - 11AM

1/2 PRICE APPYS

In the Lounge • 3-5pm & 8pm-close (Sunday-Thursday)

DAILY DRINK SPECIALS PASTA & PIZZA SPECIALS

Includes all you can eat soup or salad & garlic homeloaf!

KIDS EAT FREE MONDAYS (1 child for each entree purchased)

DINNER & A MOVIE - $19.99!

Proud supporter of local sports and many community events including the Canadian Breast Cancer CIBC Run for the Cure.

Call us for Reservations, Take-out and Delivery

250-374-7174

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ABERDEEN MALL

Full menu and more online!

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Aberdeen

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Joey’s Only

Above, Joey’s Only Restaurant owner/general manager Stephan Klausat with Kristen Hutnyk and kitchen manager Aaron Peterson.

At right, view from outside.

‘We’ve got a place set for you’ 1815 Rogers Place Kamloops 250-851-8881

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Joey’s Only in Kamloops has been operated since April 1996 by Stephan and Trish Klausat. Both are dedicated to providing their customers with the highest quality food and experience. The Kamloops location has won many awards over the years, including, Best Joey’s Only began in 1985 by legendary seafood Seafood Restaurant in lover Joe Klassen, whose Kamloops every year for the past 14 years, Outvision was to create a friendly, just-around-the- standing Hospitality, and even, Franchise of the corner type of seafood year. Stephan and Trish restaurant.

Now, with more than 100 look forward to the years franchise locations across ahead and want to say “thank you” to their paNorth America, Joey’s trons for choosing Joey’s.

Only has become the largest seafood restaurant Come on in, they have a place set for you! chain in Canada.

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Joey’s Most Famous Specials

R E S T A U R A N T S

ALL YOU CAN EAT

THURSDAYS

Best All–You–Can–Eat Deal in Town!

TUESDAYS

FISH & CHIPS

DINE-IN ONLY

ALL YOU CAN EAT

SHRIMP

Choose from Lemon, Garlic, Cajun, BBQ, or Battered DINE-IN ONLY

Best All–You–Can–Eat Deal in Town!

Remember... We’ve set a place for you at Joey’s 1815 Rogers Place · 250-851-8881

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(Across Trans. Canada Hwy. from Aberdeen Mall)

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Aberdeen

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The Verse

Welcoming meals greet visitors at The Verse. At right, one of the hits at the Sunday brunch waffles with fresh strawberries and whipped cream.

Special deals in a family atmosphere 1885 Trans-Canada Highway West Kamloops 250-374-6263

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Wednesdays from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., and there are unique daily features each day, for breakfast, lunch and dinner. New to The Verse are the all-you-caneat Spaghetti Mondays, where families can enjoy a spaghetti extravaganza for a remarkably reasonable For more than 30 years, The Verse at the Kamloops price.

The Kamloops Travel Travel Centre has been Centre is a one-stop shop known as the place to go for home-style cooking and — get a great meal at The Verse, and go shopping in soups made from scratch, the massive convenience in a great, family atmostore, where you can grab sphere. The full service, everything from groceries 250-seat restaurant has to Kamloops souvenirs. something for everyone, and is recognized for its The Verse is open 6 a.m. to Sunday breakfast buffet, 10 p.m. Sunday to Tueswhich just keeps growing. day; other nights, open until 11 p.m.

Kids still eat free on

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The Verse's

Sunday Brunch Buffet

Join Us!

8:30am - 2pm

Kids Eat Free

Wednesdays 3pm-9pm!

• Made to order omelettes • Pancakes, waffles, french toast • Bacon, sausage • Salads • Chicken, pork or beef • Dessert

Kamloops Travel Centre

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Visit us at the

Unique Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Feature everyday!

1885 – West Trans Canada Highway, (Exit 366) KAMLOOPS • ph. 250 374 6263 FALL, 2010

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Aberdeen

Vittorio’s

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Vittorio’s staff is ready to serve you the best Italian dining experience Kamloops has to offer.

Indulge your hearty appetite for Italian 1820 Rogers Way Kamloops 250-851-2112

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Simply the best Italian experience Kamloops has to offer, Vittorio’s has it all.

Vittorio’s boasts some of the best home-made meals and largest portions, bar none, and is credited as a AAA dining facility, with exceptional service in an inviting atmosphere.

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at Vittorio’s, from pastas and pizzas, to prime rib and seafood.

Enjoy your freshly-prepared Italian cuisine in a newly-updated fine-dining establishment.

Perfect for business meetings or even that special anniversary dinner, Vittorio’s is simply the best, guaranteed.

Vittorio's is

Simply the Best in Italian and much more than Italian Here's just a sample from our menu...

Entrées • BBQ Baby Back Ribs • Vitello Parmigiano • New York Steak

Pasta

Specialty pasta dishes come with a house salad & garlic focaccia • Seafood Linguini • Lasagna Al Forno (Meat or Vegetarian) • Penne Arabiata • Linguini Primavera • Tortellini Pesto di Gamberi Authentic Italian Appetizers

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Numerous Desserts to choose from!

“Home of Kamloops’ Best Authentic Italian Pizza”

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“Home of Kamloops’ Best Pizza”

BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT

WINNER 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009

BY CHOICE HOTELS

Kamloops' Best Italian Experience Open 5pm Daily. Located at 1820 Rogers Way in the Comfort Inn | Phone 250-851-2112 FALL, 2010

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Barnhartvale

Tumbleweeds Pub

Southwestern flair, high quality fare Tumbleweeds is arguably one of the finest pubs in the B.C. Interior.

Established in 2001, Tumbleweeds is well known for its great menu variety, as well as serving some of the most generous portions in town. Owner Randi Miller insists that only quality cuisine be served to his customers, and at a reasonable price.

Tumbleweeds is a great place to kick back and relax with a few friends, sip on a beverage, watch the big game, play Keno or just chat the evening way.

Call ahead to let us know if you’re planning a birthday, anniversary or retirement party, and let the folks at Tumbleweeds handle the details. With its southwestern flavour, you are guaranteed to have a great experience.

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Tumbleweeds staff, front row from left, Nicole McDonell, Trudy Keehn, Regina Miller, back row, Cindy Bode, Ali Buhler, Heidi Groenesteyn and Tammy Badesso. At left, the pub’s mouth-watering, award-winning chicken souvlaki.

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5220 Bogetti Place, Kamloops 250-573-5502

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Awesome Food & Beverages at Tumbleweeds!

WEEKLY SPECIALS MONDAY: Pasta Night, always a great pasta decided upon by our chef. Served with garlic toast.

Drink Special: Mini Jugs

FRIDAY: New York Steak Sandwich 8oz.

Absolutely the most popular special at Tumbleweeds Drink Special: Half Liter Paralyzers

TUESDAY:

Loaded Burgers with the works, build it anyway you like. Get another for only a toonie.

Drink Special: Toonie Beers

SATURDAY: Pork Ribs, full or half rack.

WEDNESDAY: Wings, wings, and more wings with 7 delicious flavors including suicide! Also a nice Beef Dip on special as well.

Drink Special: Caesars and Coronas

SUNDAY: Stir Fry with Chicken, Prawns or

The best valued special anywhere in any pub or restaurant!

Drink Special: Jugs of Beer Beef with lots of veggies rice and noodles Drink Special: Pints of Draught Beer

THURSDAY:

One or two piece Halibut N’ Chips, battered or unbuttered.

Drink Special: High Balls and local bottles.

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Don’t like what you see?

We have the most extensive Pub Menu in Kamloops.

And we are only 5 minutes east on Highway #1

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Downtown

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Bistro 3.2.6

Bistro 3.2.6 owner/chef Ryan Clark displays one of his featured desserts above. At left, he holds a steak au poivre — a peppercorn-crusted beef tenderloin, served with a blue stilton and chive croquette, and a cognac demi-glaze on fresh, local vegetables. Chef Chris George holds a bottle of Hester Creek cabarnet sauvignon estate reserve wine.

Chef Ryan Clark takes pride in his ‘Farm to Table’ style, utilizing fresh, locally grown products as often as possible.

It is because of this commitment to quality that the menu at Bistro 3.2.6 will vary with the changing seasons, allowing Chef Clark and his team to create fresh, regionally inspired cuisine for you to enjoy.

We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, preparing everything in-house.

Fresh.

Local.

Inspired.

326 Victoria St. Kamloops 250-374-2913

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The chefs at Bistro take cooking back to its French roots with homemade salad dressings, hand-cut produce, homemade soups and, of course, local ingredients!

Taste the region, feel the passion ­— amazing food coupled with a fantastic wine selection. It’s all here.

Bistro 3.2.6. also caters off-site and can accommodate large groups for private parties— call for further details.

BISTRO

3.2.6

Eatery • catering Tapas

SANDWICHES

CHEESE PATE

Choice of Soup or Salad

LETTUCE WRAPS

THE DONAIR

DUCK CONFIT

VEGGIE FALAFEL

SZECHWAN RIBS

CHICKEN SHAWARMA

CLUB MED

CAPICOLLI & PROVOLONE

PRIME SHIRES

REUBEN

SCALLOPS & BACON

BISTRO CLUBHOUSE

SHARE PLATES

THE DELI-DINGER PHILLY CHEESE STEAK

SOUPS & SALADS SOUP DU JOUR

ENTREES

BISTRO GARDEN GREENS MEDITERRANEAN SPINACH

All Entrees Served With Fresh Market Vegetables STEAK AU POIVRE

CAESAR

SIGNATURE DISHES

CAJUN CHICKEN & RIBS

KAMLOOPS KOBB

HALIBUT

PESTO RAVIOLI

SCHNITZEL

JAMBALAYA

OCEANS TRIO

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BABY BACK RIBS

326 VICTORIA STREET, KAMLOOPS RESERVATIONS APPRECIATED

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Downtown

Mauyra’s Indian Cuisine

165 Victoria St. Kamloops 250-377-4969

Preeti and Dilip Maurya welcome you to Maurya’s Fine Indian Cuisine.

Consistently named one of Kamloops’ finest Indian restaurants, Maurya’s Fine Indian Cuisine is famous for excellent and authentic food at a reasonable price.

Try the butter chicken, or the beef vindaloo, enjoy the shrimp masala, and get a side of vegetable pakora.

Or, if you can’t make up your mind, try out the famous lunch buffet, which is offered every Thursday and Friday.

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Enjoy colours, flavours & exotic aromas of India

Dine In • Take Out • Delivery Lunch Specials Mon-Wed Lunch Buffet Thurs & Fri Dinner Combos Fully Licensed Open 7 days a week

Fine Indian Cuisine & Banquet Appetizers

Served with mint and tamarind chutney.

VEGETABLE SAMOSAS

Pastry filled with mildly spiced potatoes & peas, and deep-fried. (2 per order)

VEGETABLE PAKORA

CHICKEN GOA CURRY

A specialty from Goa. Pieces of chicken simmered with shaved coconut, in a spicy curry sauce.

MANGO CHICKEN

Tender chicken cooked with mangoes in a creamy tomato sauce in Indian spices.

Mixed vegetables deep-fried in gram flour batter.

FISH PAKORA

Pieces of fresh cod fish marinated over night, delicately spiced and deep-fried in gram flour batter.

From the Tandoori Clay Oven No Grease - No Fat - No Oil

All dishes served with saffron basmati rice and specialty sauce.

CHICKEN TIKKA

Boneless chicken pieces, marinated in yogurt and spices, then roasted in the Tandoori clay oven.

TANDOORI COD FISH

Pieces of fish marinated overnight in yogurt, ginger, garlic and Indian spices, then cooked in the Tandoori clay oven.

Special Breads

PLAIN NAAN

Indian-style leavened white bread, garnished with fresh cilantro.

GARLIC NAAN

Naan garnished with fresh garlic and butter.

SPINACH NAAN

Naan stuffed with fresh spinach.

Desserts

RASMALAI

Our own freshly made soft cheese patties drenched in thick sweet milk, laced with grated pistachio nuts. Served chilled.

GULAB JAMUN

Freshly baked East Indian pastry backed until golden brown in light syrup.

TANDOORI MIXED GRILL

Pieces of Tandoori Chicken, Shrimp & Fish, Chicken Tika, and Lamb Kabab, served with grilled onions and bell peppers.

Vegetarian Specialties

MALAI KOFTA

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Freshly made deep-fried vegetable balls served in a creamy tomato and onion sauce.

VEGETABLE KORMA

Sauteed vegetables cooked in a creamy sauce with nuts.

Chicken Specialties

BUTTER CHICKEN

Pieces of chicken, first seared in the Tandoori oven, then braised in tomato cream sauce.

K ADHAI CHICKEN & K ADHAI CHANNA

Cooked in Kadhai Curry Sauce with herbs, tomatoes, green peppers, ginger and prepared in a Kadhai (Indian Wok).

BEST EAST INDIAN RESTAURANT

165 Victoria St. Kamloops • 250.377.4969

www.mauryasfineindiancuisine.com Monday-Friday 11:00am-11:00pm • Saturday open at 12:00pm • Sunday open at 4:30pm FALL, 2010

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Downtown

Scott’s Inn & Restaurant

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Scott’s Inn & Restaurant server Terrie Anderson displays one of the many daily specials, an 8 oz.

New York steak with sauted mushrooms and a skewer of prawns and scallops, while guest services representative, Atish Patel, offers a bottle of wine. At left, Scott’s outdoor patio.

New tastes alongside the tried & true 551 — 11th Ave. Kamloops 250-372-8221

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Family owned for 21 years, Scott’s Inn & Restaurant has loads of history, and now it boasts a revamped menu as well.

While the favourites will never leave the menu — roast beef with Yorkshire pudding, for example — there are new highlights to make the mouth water, including crispy Thai rolls

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and firecracker shrimp.

The goal is to provide patrons with the freshest meal experience possible, which is why everything is made from scratch — from salads and dressings, right down to the garlic butter and croutons.

At Scott’s Inn you get fine dining options at an affordable price.

FEATURE SOUP & DESSERT Included with Daily Lunch & Dinner Features

PRIME RIB SATURDAY With homemade Yorkshire

$16.95

FISH FRIDAY

SENIOR'S NIGHT

Homemade Beer Battered Fish Featuring Homecut Fries & Clam Chowder

Soup & Dessert Included

EVERY NIGHT

$10.95

• Homemade Soup of the Day Prepared Daily • • Homemade Burgers made with Fresh Lean Ground Beef & Homecut Fries •

DELECTABLE STARTERS & FRESH SALADS • Crispy Thai Rolls • Stuffed Yorkshires • Asian Firecracker Shrimp

• Pita & Tzatziki • Chicken Caesar Salad • Greek Salad

BREAKFAST

• Cobb Salad • Fresh Tossed Garden Salad

Served with Home Cut Hashbrowns

• Eggs Blackstone • Eggs Benedict • Ham & Cheese Muffin • Fluffy Hotcakes

• French Toast • 6oz Sirloin & Eggs • Salisbury Steak & Eggs • Loaded Omelette

LUNCH

• Amigo's Omelette • Veggie Omelette • Ham, Cheese & Mushroom Omelette

Daily Sandwich & Hot Specials including Soups & Desserts

• Stacked Clubhouse • Montreal Smoked Reuben • Monte Cristo • Closed Denver • B.L.T.

ENTRÉES

Prepared with the Freshest Ingredients

• Chicken Souvlaki • New York Steak & Mushrooms • BBQ Ribs • Baby Beef Liver & Onions

PASTAS • Cajun Prawn Linguini

• Grilled Chicken, Bacon & Swiss Burger rgerr rge • Breaded Homestyle Chicken Fingers • Fish & Chips

• Pattie Melt • Scott's Deluxe Burger • Mushroom Swiss Burger • Buffalo Burger

• Salisbury Steak • Rib Eye Steak • Roast Beef Dinner & Yorkshire Pudding • Veal Cutlets

• Pork Chops • Bear Battered Fish Chips h & Chip C h s • Breaded Pork Cutlets • Hot Chicken Dinner with Stuffing

Served in Homemade Sauces & Garlic Toastt

• Chicken & White Wine Alfredo

• Spaghetti

• Famous for Home Cooked Meals • Kamloops' Best Kept Secret •

LICENSED • TAKE OUT AVAILABL AVAILABLE

551 - 11th Ave. & Battle Street • 250-372-8221 • Ext. 267 OPEN DAILY 7AM – 8PM

7AM-9PM MAY TO SEPT. FALL, 2010

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RESTAURANT

FOR EXTENDED MENU VISIT OUR NEWLY RRENOVATED RESTAURANT!

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Sanbiki

Sanbiki owners Heather McDonald and Masato Kotani in front of their contemporary Japanese restaurant.

First Japanese restaurant in Canada to be ‘Oceanwise’

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Sanbiki offers customers high quality Japanese food, which is prepared using local, organic and sustainably-sourced products whenever possible.

This was the first Japanese restaurant in Canada to join the Vancouver Aquarium’s Oceanwise program, which helps consumers identify and support sustainable fisheries.

Oceanwise-certified seafood is also available next door at Mori Mori, the Asian grocery.

The beautiful new restaurant was designed and built using local timber by Chase-based Daizen Joinery. The open kitchen is the focal point where guests

can watch chefs prepare their meal. Private parties and large groups enjoy dining at communal long tables. Sanbiki can accommodate up to 70 diners in the restaurant and patio, and can provide sushi platters and catering to off-site functions.

Sanbiki offers a full vegetarian menu, and wheat-free options are available. Staff pride themselves on welcoming everyone, including children. Activity boxes, books, and a separate baby-change washroom ensure that eating out is enjoyable for the whole family.

For more information visit www.sanbikirest aurant.ca

NEW! DINNER SUSHI COMBOS

YOUR COMBO YOUR WAY!

YOUR CHOICE OF 2 ITEMS FROM EACH CATEGORY! Served with salad, miso soup, and tea.

2 for $12

2 for $13 Spicy Spinach & Sesame Roll - 8pcs Yam Roll Crunchy Shrimp Roll - 8pcs Tuna Roll - 8pcs Spicy Tuna Roll - 8pcs Dynamite Roll - 8pcs Tamago Roll - 8pcs Salmon Roll - 8pcs

Inari Roll - 8pcs Garden Roll - 8pcs Kappa (Cucumber) California Roll - 8pcs Spicy Spinach & Sesame Roll - 8pcs Yam Roll Crunchy Shrimp Roll - 8pcs Tuna Roll - 8pcs

2 for $19 Spicy Tuna Roll - 8pcs Dynamite Roll - 8pcs Tamago Roll - 8pcs Salmon Roll - 8pcs Smoked Salmon Roll - 8pcs Unagi Roll - 8pcs Chopped Scallop Roll - 8pcs

Lunch: Mon-Fri 11:30-2 Dinner: Mon-Sun 5-9 120 - 5th Avenue, Downtown 250-377-8857

Sanbiki Roll - 8 pcs Negitoro Roll - 8pcs Hamachi Roll - 8pcs Big Eye Roll - 8pcs

Customer's Favourite Dynamite Roll & California Roll Combo for $12

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2 for $16

VISIT US AT

sanbikirestaurant.ca Follow us on Twitter: sanbikikamloops FALL, 2010

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Downtown

Always a unique alternative 369 Victoria St. Kamloops 250-851-3100

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The Commodore

Owner Dino Bernardo, servers Tanya Leroux and Sara Cooper, and owner Chris Monteleone welcome you to the Commodore.

In addition to the great food, the entertainment and nightly music at Commodore is just as unique as the menu. In-house DJ’s spin everything from hipThe Commodore – Grand hop and electro, to house Café is the only truly and break beats starting at unique entertainment 10 p.m. every night. experience in Kamloops, offering patrons a classy, Whether you stop in for a yet casual feel. Influenced cappuccino and tapas or by diversity, the Commospend an evening dining dore offers everything from and dancing with friends, Belgian lagers and Italian The Commodore – Grand coffees to fondue nights Café and Lounge offers an and exotic lunch and dinalternative and will keep ner dishes. you coming back for more.

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The Commodore Grand Cafe & Lounge Hours of operation: 11am 'till Late Monday - Saturday NOW OPEN FOR LUNCH

Tapas Sweet Potato Fries | 7.25 served with chipotle mayo.

Edamame Beans | 6.25 steamed and tossed in sea salt with a touch of sesame oil and roasted sesame seeds.

Pork Dry Ribs | 10.95 marinated and tossed with our house-blended spice, served with buttermilk ranch dip.

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Beer & Cheddar Fondue | 25 The Commodore aged medium Grand Café & Lounge cheddar and monterey jack Fondue Experience cheese, lager beer, garlic and seasonings with dipping bread, veggies and apples.

Miso Edamame Hummus | 9.45 house-made and served with butter brushed naan bread.

Traditional Swiss Fondue | 27 gruyere and emmenthaler swiss cheeses blended with white wine, garlic, fresh lemon and nutmeg and kirshwasser with dipping bread, veggies and apples.

Dungeness Crab Croquettes | 12.95 panko breaded local BC crab served with a roasted pineapple citrus cocktail sauce and chipotle mayo.

Entrée Fondue | 45 court bouillon, fresh seasonal vegetables, yukon gold potatoes and a selection of dipping sauces.

Mussels Madrid | 13.95 fresh mussels, chorizo sausage, fire-roasted tomato and white wine with a chimmichurri sauce.

Your entrée fondue comes with a choice of three of the proteins below:

Fire Roasted Chili Shrimp | 12.95 tiger shrimp sautéed with roasted garlic, fresh red chili, white wine and herb infused butter.

Chili Chicken Tenders | 11.45 panko breading with sweet chili sauce, green onion and sesame seeds.

Bruschetta | 10.95 diced chorizo sausage, grape tomatoes, balsamic reduction, basil oil and asiago on warm crostinis.

BBQ Chicken Pizza | 14.95 marinated grilled chicken with roasted peppers and onions, finished with BBQ sauce and fresh cilantro.

Chef’s Cheese Plate | 14.95 chef’s selection of the day with three local and international cheeses served with seasonal garnish, warm crostinis and grainy mustard.

Baked Qualicum Brie | 14.95 local Little Qualicum brie oven-baked and served warm with maple berry compote, walnuts and toasted crostinis.

Commodore Crab Dip | 13.45 signature rock crab and roasted garlic cream cheese dip, oven-baked and served with toasted crostinis and naan.

From our Chef’s Kettle Bowl | 6.45 | Cup | 4.95 Ask your server for today’s featured soup!

chicken breast ----- certified angus sirloin ----- prawns ----- scallops Extra meal add-ons: chicken | 4.95 prawns | 5.95 grilled 6oz CAB sirloin | 8.25 scallops | 5.95 Dessert Fondue Served with fresh fruit and brownie bites.

Turtle Chocolate Fondue | 14 lindt milk chocolate with caramel and chopped walnuts Pure Chocolate Fondue | 14 lindt milk or dark callebeaut chocolate melted for purest of all chocolate fondues.

Chocolate Fondue for One | 7 Book your staff and/or Christmas parties with us!

Please contact Chris Monteleone or Dino Bernardo for more information: 250-851-3100 369 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC, V2C 2A3 commodore@shawbiz.ca

Check out our website www.commodorekamloops.com for events and more information about Commodore Grand Café and Lounge

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Denny’s

North Shore Denny’s restaurant manager Michele, cook Vicky, ser ver assistant Ramon, and manager in training Derek. At left, Denny’s Grand Slam.

Great prices on all-day breakfasts Two locations:

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Denny’s — it means great food, for less. Pure and simple.

Known for it’s mouthwatering breakfasts — available all day long, including the All-American and Lumberjack slams — Denny’s now boasts a Grand Slam for $3.99 from Monday to Friday, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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Hunting for a great lunch? Try one of Denny’s classic burgers — from the Classic Cheese Burger, to the Mushroom Swiss.

Or are you looking for a traditional dinner?

Denny’s has plenty of those on the menu, and is famous for it’s CountryFried Steak and Eggs.

Denny’s is a great family restaurant, and don’t forget that kids eat free on Tuesdays and Saturdays, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.

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Halston Pub

Representing the Halston Pub & Liquor Store are, from left, manager Sherry Dawyduik, kitchen manager/chef Brian Vlodder and clerk Jodi Becker.

At left, the interior of the liquor store.

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While the Halston Pub has been around for years, it is still considered a hidden gem by those who frequent the recently renovated establishment.

The Halston Pub has flourished under the direction of Chef Brian Vlodder, who is known for making some of the best soups in Kamloops.

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In his kitchen, everything is made fresh, from the sauces and dressings to the halibut, which he filets and batters or pan fries upon order.

Hungry? Portion sizes are huge — so much so that the menu now boasts half-portions for those who just can’t handle the full plate.

Great, fresh and homecooked food, served by friendly staff — that’s what you’ll find at the Halston Pub.

Weekly Specials

Every Day

Homemade Soup & Sandwich Specials...$8.50

Monday

Beef or Chicken Fajita or Soft Beef Taco...$8.95

Tuesday

Greek Platter...$9.95 Prawns or Chicken Skewer, Greek Salad, rice, pita & tzadziki.

Kalamari Dinner...$11.95

Wednesday

Chinese Day Pork Chicken Chow Mein, Sweet & Sour and an Egg Roll...$9.95 k Stirfry Prawns, Chicken or Sirloin Stea and Rice or Mein Served with Chow an Egg Roll...$10.95

Thursday

Come Indulge yourself with our famous home cooked meals, and enjoy our outgoing friendly staff and atmosphere.

Halston Pub

1271C Salish Road 250-374-1394 (Next to Halston Esso & A&W) Closed Sundays & Holidays

7 oz AAA Steak Sandwich...$10.95

Friday

Halibut & Chips 1 pc...$8.95 2 pc...$11.90

Saturday

Pasta Day...$10.95 Baked Lasagna, Spaghetti & Meat Balls, Chicken or Shrimp Linguine

plus...

■ FULL FUL ULL L BREAKFAST BREA BR EAKF EA KFAS KF AST AS T MENU MENU S Served erved d unti until till 4pm

■ TRY TRY OU OUR R SI SIGN SIGNATURE GNAT ATUR URE E HOMEMADE BURGERS ■ VARIETY OF YOUR FAVOURITE APPIES ■ DINNER MENU

Served after 4pm with your choice of full or half orders

■ DAILY DRINK 'N BUCKETS OF BEER SPECIALS ■ FRESH HALIBUT, STEAK, SEAFOOD & PASTAS FALL, 2010

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Mt. Paul Clubhouse

Mt. Paul Clubhouse head chef Brad Wilson and restaurant manager Dianna Parr with the greens of the course behind.

At left, a generous serving of hearty lunchtime fare.

Popular & delicious all year round

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p.m. on weekends.

From 11 a.m. onwards, tantalizing lunch specials take the stage with the famous Borscht leading the way. Lunch specials range from homemade The Mt. Paul Golf Course Restaurant offers soups and sandwiches to the staff’s favorite, the home-style cuisine par none in its licensed fam- Pro Wrap. ily restaurant.

If it a special event or occasion (Christmas party, Mt. Paul’s legendary anniversary, birthday or breakfast — starting retirement function), the at 7 a.m. daily, all year long — features two eggs staff at Mt. Paul can look any style, ham, bacon or after your needs. sausages, hash browns For further information and toast for only $5.49. call restaurant manager Breakfast is served until Dianna Parr at 11 a.m. weekdays and 2 250-374-4672.

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Mt. Paul

MENU Breakfast Special

2 eggs any style plus choice of bacon, ham or sausages, served with golden hash browns and toast.

Served from 7:00am to 11:00am weekdays.

7:00am to 2:00pm Saturday & Sunday

$5.49 Daily Sandwich Special Served with homemade soup, salad or fries.

Served from 11:00am to 4:00pm

$6.95 Daily Hot Lunch Special $9.95 Best Borscht in Town!

Offsite Catering Available Call for details.

Whatever Your Banquet Needs...

Golf Tournaments, Birthdays, Corporate Gatherings or Christmas Parties. Talk to Diana and Brad about booking our facility for your event. Clubhouse available November to April.

Accommodates 30 - 90 people.

Don't forget to book your golf tournament.

250-374-4672 www.mountpaulgolf.com

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OPEN DAILY FROM 7:00 A.M. YEAR ROUND • LICENSED

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Sahali

Wok Box

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Wok Box staff, from left, Roberta Meeks, Stu Easson, Andrea Noordam and owner Brenda Porter showcase just a few of the menu options available.

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Singapore cashew.

While the goal is always to provide the freshest ingredients possible, the Wok Box is also a healthy choice. Recently, all the Fresh Asian cuisine sauces were revamped prepared right before in order to reduce both your eyes — that’s what sodium and fat content.

Kamloops’ Wok Box is known for.

There are several vegetarian options on the menu, There’s something for as well as vegan and everyone on the menu at Wok Box, from traditional gluten-free selections, so favorites, like a fresh teri- come in, place your order and watch as your meal is yaki stir fry, to the meals prepared in the dynamic, that will heat up your open concept kitchen. taste buds, including the

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Sun Peaks

Globe Cafe & Tapas Bar

Linger over delicious Tapas dishes and delectable desserts — sharing with friends is positively encouraged.

Tapas, Globe style . . . a true delight!

Sun Peaks 250-434-2380

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Couple that with great friends and conversation, and you’ve spent a perfect afternoon or evening; no fuss, no rush, no rules.

Eat as much or as little as you like, and share with friends. Start the day at the ideally situated Globe Originating in Spain, but influenced by our travels, Cafe with European specialty coffee, or spend the Globe philosophy for an evening lingering over Tapas is always a warm delicious Tapas dishes and welcome with globally delectable desserts. Cominspired food. pliment your meal with a Here you’ll find flaglass of wine or a cocktail vours that wow, and or two — Globe will wines that showcase the best of B.C. and the world. delight all your senses.

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Savour a sample of dishes from our Menu (wide selection of Vegetarian and Gluten Free Options available)

Tapas

Marinated Mixed Olives 5 Warm Roasted Mixed Nuts ts 6 gin Olive Oil / Balsamic Vine Artisan Breads / Extra Virgin Vinegar 4.5 isan Bread: Roasted Red P House made Dip with Artisan Pepper Humus 6 Chili Lime Eggplant Dip 6 Chef’s Daily Handcrafted Soup 8 Bruschetta / Sun Dried Tomato & Olive Tapenade / Basil Purée / Parmesan Reggiano 9 Roasted Baby Potatoes / Paprika / Sour Cream 9 Salad of Spring Greens - Strawberries / Almonds / Brie Cheese / Vanilla Citrus Dressing 9 Grilled Tomato Salad - Lightly Grilled Roma Tomatoes / Smoked Tomato Dressing / Pine Nuts / Buffalo Mozzarella 9 Roasted Portabella Mushroom / Melted Brie / Walnut Crumble / Mixed Spring Greens 14 Platter of Artisan Cheeses & Cured Meats with Selection of Breads / Mediterranean Garnishes 16 Spicy Beef Meatballs / Tomato & Chorizo Sauce / Grilled Ciabatta Bread 10 Pan-Seared Shrimp / Red Chilli / Spicy Chorizo Sausage 12 Pork Belly 3 Ways / Braised Au Jus / Roasted with Fennel and Apple / Braised with Caramelized Pineapple 12 Dungeness Crab Cakes / Citrus Salad / Orange & Dill Mayo 14

Bigger Plates

Slow Cooked Baby Back Ribs - Globe BBQ Sauce / Roasted Baby Potatoes / Red Pepper & Sweet Corn Cakes 23 Roasted Chicken Breast / Fresh Pasta / Cherry Tomatoes / Pine Nuts / Basil / White Wine Sauce 23 Pan Seared Pacific Salmon / White Miso Sauce Caramelized Pineapple / Cherry Tomatoes / Grilled Asparagus / Quinoa 23 644086

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“Chocolate Suburbia” Dark Chocolate Silk Cake / White Chocolate Mousse / Caramel Crunch / Fresh Fruit 12 House made Vanilla Crème Brulée 10 “Caffè Umbria Affagato” Vanilla Gelato/Espresso Coffee / Frangelico Liqueur / Biscotti 11

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Memories at Cahilty Lodge

Comfort cuisine on the slopes 3220 Village Way Nancy Greene’s Cahilty Lodge Sun Peaks 250-578-6204

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Enjoy Canadian comfort cuisine at Sun Peak’s new slope-side restaurant.

Memories Restaurant at Cahilty Lodge features convenient ski-in/ski-out access from the Gentle Giant run for that quick lunch.

Enjoy home-style cooking in a family friendly setting.

The delicious recipes at Memories bring simplicity and a sense of nostalgia back to the dining experience. Freshly made breakfasts, healthy soups and FALL, 2010

sandwiches, and flavourful roast dinners — just like mom’s — are some of the reasons why you will want to stay in Sun Peaks for just one more meal.

Fresh-baked cinnamon rolls, hearty burgers, a range of appetizers and a good selection of local and imported beers are some others.

Come visit us in the beautiful mountains of Sun Peaks and experience Canadian comfort cuisine at its best. We look forward to serving you.

Canadian Comfort Cuisine

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McCracken Station Pub

Serving staff at McCracken Station Pub are, back row from left, Viktorya Bratt, Rob Stewart, Earl Heltay and Janet Morel. Front row, from left, Cheri Pettit, Kaisha Shilleto, Jen Byrne and Brenda Dyck.

Delicious, quality food is a guarantee

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One of chef Sandy’s signature dishes features lightly tempured prawns served over rice pilaf with pita bread and chipotle sauce, mixed vegetables and a salad.

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Stewart and Earl Heltay are proud to announce that they are the official pub sponsor of the Kamloops Heritage Railway Society.

Live entertainment, karaoke, fundraising events and meat draws are just a All aboard for good times few of the many ongoing at McCracken Station weekly activities.

Pub! Established in the last century, McCracken’s The excellent servers and is the place to be for an icy top notch chefs contribute cold beverage, great menu to an upbeat atmosphere and exceptional food. and good quality food.

The flat screen TVs located McCracken’s chef changes inside the bar and on the the menu twice a year. spacious patio will keep In the fall and winter, it you up-to-date on every serves up comfort food sporting event. such as meat loaf and spaghetti.

New owners Donna

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ONLY AT THE STATION! First Class Seating

6oz Wild Salmon Dinner .................... $13.47 Braised BBQ Railway Ties 1/2 rack ribs ...........$12.27 Full rack ribs.........$16.27 Prawn Platter ................................. $14.94 Lightly floured and fried black tiger prawns, these are the big ones! Served with pita bread

Fresh Salads Traditional Sandwiches Served with fries, tossed salad or add caesar salad or fruit salad for a buck!

McCracken Steak Sandwich ................ $13.38 6oz topped with sautéed mushrooms on garlic bread

Berry Sensational Chicken Salad.......... $11.97 Crisp romaine, dried cranberries & blueberries, red onions and almonds topped with feta and creamy balsamic

Hot Turkey Trolley Car ....................... $10.25

Grilled Chicken Focaccia

$10.27

Fresh grilled chicken breast & swiss cheese on grilled focaccia with lettuce, tomato & onion

Flour Tortilla Wraps

Halibut Fingers ............................... $11.36

Southern Wrap .... $8.34 S

Pterodactyl Wings ......................... $3.79/ea

Lettuce, tomato, fresh turkey, cream cheese and cranberry salsa, served in a jalapeno tortilla

Calamari ...................................... $11.34 Fall off the bone turkey

McCracken Station Platter .................. $24.19 Hot wings, onion rings, garlic ribs, spring rolls, veggies and zucchini sticks. Served with plum sauce and ranch dip

the last stop "burgers"

The Dining Car Locomotive Lasagna ........................ $12.29 Served with garlic toast & caesar salad

Breaded in our very own beer batter. Served with caesar salad

Only at the Station

Served with fries, tossed salad or add caesar salad or fruit salad for a buck!

Cranberry Turkey Wrap...................... $10.19

1 pce. $12.26 2 pce. $14.27

$11.46

Served with mashed potatoes S

L Lettuce, tomato, cucumber, red and green peppers, cheese, red onion & chipotle mayo on a salsa tortilla.

Add chicken $3.29

Halibut and Chips

McCracken Grilled Chicken Caesar

C Curry or Butter Chicken.............$13.26 C A Creamy sauce served over a bed of rice served with a n naan bread

Lettuce, tomato, onion and pickle on a kaiser bun served with fries or tossed salad. Add caesar salad or fruit salad for a buck!

McCracken Station Burger .................. $11.34 "All aboard" for this home-style burger! Topped with cheddar, mushrooms & bacon

Cactus Jack Chicken Burger ................ $10.34 Jack cheese, jalapeno's and fried onions

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“Only at the Station”

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JUST A FEW OF OUR TANTALIZING DISHES Mediterranean Favorites

French Onion Soup Au Gratin

Chicken Oscar Deluxe

Mediterranean House Salad

Ric’s Classic Barbecued Ribs

Baked w/smoked Gruyere & Swiss Emmental Cheese. Classic Ric’s Recipe Organic field greens, arugula, chopped tomatoes, cucumber with balsamic vinaigrette

Caesar Salad

Fresh Romaine in our signature made in-house dressing with shaved Asiago

Greek Salad

Long English Cucumbers, fresh tomatoes, bell peppers, red onions with feta cheese with balsamic vinaigrette

Warm Scallop, Prawn & Spinach Salad

Sauteed tomatoes, mushrooms, red onion, Feta, black olives with balsamic vinaigrette

Goat Cheese Salad With Chicken

Spinach & Romaine tossed in honey sesame dressing with fresh berries and candied pecans

Appetizers

Grilled double chicken breast, asparagus, prawns, scallops & Bearnaise sauce Full rack of tender baby back pork ribs, grilled with house BBQ sauce

Fresh Fish & Seafood Grilled Wild Pacific Salmon

Grilled wild salmon filet with housemade fresh fruit salsa

Black & Blue Fresh Ahi Tuna

Pan seared with blackening spices, served with Ginger-Wabasi butter. Blue rare is suggested

Mixed Seafood Grill

Jumbo prawns, scallops, salmon filet, halibut filet served with tarter, Soy Citrus, & Tomato Caper sauce

Alaska King Crab Feast (Merus Only) Full pound leg only served with hot butter

Specialty Pastas

Sesame Ginger Chili Chicken

Chicken Tetrazzini

Calamari

Prawn & Scallop Linguine

Lightly breaded chicken tossed with Sesame Ginger Chili sauce Crispy garlic & lemon pepper coating with red onion & tzatziki

Escargot

Baked with Café de Paris herb butter, mushroom caps and cheese with fresh French Bread

Ahi Tuna Carpaccio

Seared rare with Miso Citrus sauce

Penne noodles & chicken tenders in a delicious Tetrazzini cream sauce with button mushrooms & onions Prawns & scallops in a Parmesan Cream sauce

Premium Sterling Silver Steaks Top Sirloin Steak Great flavour & texture

New York Striploin

Toasted Coconut Prawns

Hand carved & grilled to perfection

Mediterranean Dip

Wrapped with bacon and incredibly tender. Served with Bearnaise sauce

Crispy coconut crusted prawns with Mango chutney Spinach, artichokes, cream cheese, tomatoes, olives & Feta, baked hot & served with pita chips

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Filet Mignon

Delmonico Rib Eye

Extremely juicy & tender steak grilled to perfection

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