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Had an amazing Beef Short Ribs dinner at Alloy last night. Was so tender and flavourful. Potatoes were silky smooth.
My wife and I shared the seared digby scallops for a starter; they were melt-in-your mouth perfect. For mains she had the duck breast with yuzu bread pudding, grilled bok choy, rhubarb and gochujang bbq sauce; I had the braised short rib in tomato & balsamic reduction with white cheddar mashed potatoes and broccolini. Both were plated beautifully, served at the right temperature, and done just right. Everything paired well with a Kiona Vineyards Riesling 2022. For dessert we shared a matcha cheese cake with cookie crumb, yuzu chantilly, and micro anise. Our server was pleasantly attentive throughout the evening, answered all of our questions about the menu, and handled our table of 8 efficiently. The interior is beautiful! We had a superb experience overall.
Alloy was an unexpected find for us in Calgary, in the middle of a industrial area was a little sanctuary with polished plates of delicious food! The space is deceptively beautiful and airy once you got through the darkened foyer. The patio space looked inviting, but unfortunately it was too chilly for us that day. We started the meal with a lovely surprise of some hummus and olives before moving onto a appetizer of truffle gnocchi. Pasta is not usually on the appetizer list, but we could not resist a good gnocchi! I personally loved the port tenderloin in mole sauce, as it stood out with bold brushes of flavor.
Appy was great ginger beef tartare Enchilada bad, inedible Tiramisu exceptional Service slow and kinda dour
I like Alloy! A bit of an obscure location for a fancy restaurant but I guess that's all right. I like the ambience in the restaurant. The customer service was great! The food was good. I had the Beef Short Ribs Tacos, the special lunch feature of the day. It was only $18 but it tasted really, really good! The other food item that was ordered in my party was the Lamb Meatloaf. It was pretty good as well. Will be back again!
Amazing Valentine's set menu experience. The menu was extended to the weekend since Valentine's was actually during the week. The waitress was hands down one of the best and I told her so. Her passion for service and knowledge of wine pairings with meals were exceptional. She truly enjoyed talking and discussing it all with prompt attention. We also were able to meet with one of the owners who came by our table based on my request of any referrals for delicious soup dumplings. With an interest in Asian food and experiences, he shared his travel experiences as well as his "picks" in the city. Honestly, we could have talked for days. The food was served with just the right amount of time to savor in between the courses and were presented impeccably. It was truly one dine-in that was about the entire food experience!
Generally good food with a nice atmosphere. Service is kind and attentive. We got the surf and turf, truffle gnocchi, and shared the short rib main. Surf and turf was kind of weird and probably wouldn't get it again. It came with lobster tempura, beef tartare, and wonton crisps. The tempura was fantastic, however the tartare was a bit bland. It wasn't bad paired with the crisps and ketchup, although the pairing with the lobster didn't seem like the best fit. Would get something else next time. The truffle gnocchi was amazing. Tender gnocchi in white sauce with mushrooms and truffle oil. The flavour of the truffle was strong but not overpowering. A great dish and would certainly get it again. The short rib was fantastic as well. The sever even had it split for us onto two plates even though we hadn't asked for it; a nice touch. It came with Parmesan mashed potatoes and mixed roasted carrots and shallot. The potatoes were fantastic, although not sure I could taste Parmesan. I love all roasted vegetables so enough said there. Short rib was tender and delicious. A great dish as well. Would probably get something else next time as there were many good sounding mains, but it is one is certainly have again. The only annoying thing was that they slipped us the $8 sparkling water at the beginning without any indication of price. A bit unfair to ask "still or sparkling" with such a massive difference in price, but then again you don't come to a place like this with budget in mind. Overall it's more of a 4.5/5 experience due this.
Don't blink or you might miss this place. Seriously, it's tucked away off of Macleod Trail, behind a hotel and in the middle of an industrial area. The inside does not match the outside. It's so much better :). I was here for lunch, and what a treat. From the decor to the food to the service, aces all around. I had their lunch special, which was a bacon wrapped seared salmon on sweet potato gnocchi with arugula. The flavours fit so nicely together. Hat's off to the chef. I finished up lunch with the panna cotta. This was split into three different small servings with a unique sauce and piece of fruit on each. The mango habanero had a nice kick to it. I'll be back to try the patio next summer. Alloy gets four and a half yums up.
Food: 4.5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 Service: 4.5/5 Overall experience: 4.5/5 (1- Terrible; 3- decent; 5- Fantastic) After two failed attempts to find an oyster restaurant (Embarcadero and Catch were closed), my friend decided to take me to Alloy since I haven't been there. It's located in the most obscure place- I would have never found this restaurant just by driving along the main roads. Once I entered, the restaurant was very warm and inviting with an unpretentious feel to it. The décor is contemporary with an Asian flare, and includes a cute little patio for those who like to soak up the sun. You also get an amazing glimpse at their vast wine selection next to the entrance. Despite the noise from other tables and how it was sometimes hard to hear my friend talk, it was a very cozy place to have dinner. The service was top notch. Our server was very friendly and made some great recommendations for food and wine. He was attentive, yet not overbearing; giving my friend and I time to talk. We selected a wonderful cabernet sauvignon from Napa Valley, California ($80/bottle) based on our server's recommendation for a nice dry red wine. I'm not much of a red wine drinker but I enjoyed this one very much because it was nicely balanced and easy to drink. What I especially enjoyed about my experience was the complimentary homemade naan bread with hummus and olives (instead of your typical bread and butter). The hummus was alright nothing too special- kind of bland and needed a bit more lemon. First up were appetizers. We had ordered the: pistachio crusted seared scallops with corn cream and yam crisps ($18); lobster tempura with a citrus ponzu (Japanese sauce) and pickled vegetable slaw ($19); ahi tuna tartar with chimichurri soy and wonton crisps ($15); and rock crab cakes with a yellow tomato emulsion and grilled pineapple salsa ($18). The seared scallop dish came with two large scallops cooked perfectly, and was divine when paired with the sauce. I would have licked up all the sauce if I wasn't saving room for the rest of my meal. I don't like my food too salty so I thought this dish was well seasoned. I highly recommend this as an appetizer. The lobster tempura was a whole lobster tail that cooked perfectly (not rubbery) and lightly battered so you could still taste the flavours of the food-I absolutely hate over breaded tempura. I wasn't too fond of the pickled vegetable slaw which was pickled carrots in a vinegary sauce. The ahi tuna wasn't anything special, kind of underwhelming - fresh ahi tuna combined with cilantro topped with fresh guacamole. The crab cake starter came with two cakes which on its own was quite salty but paired with the yellow tomato emulsion and pineapple salsa was a great compliment and balanced dish. For our mains we ordered the featured fish special, and surf and turf ($42). I forgot the name of the fish featured but it was similar to a swordfish. The dish was mediocre- I found the fish kind of bland and like a swordfish, it was too dense for my liking. The surf and turf comprised of a moist, succulent beef tenderloin and a lobster spring roll which had more of a potato-like texture (I only had a small bite since I was getting full at this point). Bewarned, the sauce has a little spicy kick to it with a distinguishable taste of coriander. I love to eat, and I especially love dessert so I saved enough room to try the: crème brulee ($9), and lemongrass panna cotta ($9). I have to say, Alloy's crème brulee is the best I've had so far with a silky custard that melted in your mouth. It came in two flavors: butterscotch and summer peach. The butterscotch crème brulee was my favourite since it had a wonderfully deep and rich flavor. I gobbled this portion up while my friend had the summer peach which was very light and refreshing with a hint of peaches and lemon. I always hear about panna cotta but never had the chance to try it until now. It was very smooth, creamy, and light and was paired with three kinds of sauces: lulo jalapeno, mango habanera, and guava chilli. Surprisingly, the sauces tasted fruity with a hint of pepper which added a nice kick and enhancement to the flavours. The lulo jalapeno sauce was too exotic tasting for me so I didn't finish. I highly suggest either of these desserts to try. Overall, I enjoyed my first experience at Alloy's very much. A few dishes were a little underwhelming in taste but the presentation of the food was absolutely beautiful. I also liked how our food came out in a reasonable amount of time with our first starters coming out within 10min after ordering. Definitely worth a visit for fine dining and awesome service!
One word sums up my experience at Alloy: SPECTACULAR. From the moment we walked in, to the moment we left, every single aspect of this restaurant was top notch. The service, the decor, the ambiance, the food, the drinks, the dessert and the farewell, EVERYTHING was exceptional. I was with a large group of people and the GM of the restaurant even paid us a special visit and took us down to the wine cellar. He showed us around and explained the vast array of wine that they carry, and why they offer reduced prices on the wine. The reason is because they want to give people a reason to come to Alloy...well TRUST Me, the reduced prices of the wine is not the ONLY reason to go! I wasn't sure we were in the right place driving over... It's in an industrial area in the S.E., which is a strange location for a restaurant that is so grand, but it just works. It's a gem in the middle of nowhere...literally! I wouldn't hesitate to take the trip up to the boonies of the S.E. to make another visit to Alloy. It truly is everything you can hope a five star restaurant to be.
I think I had very high expectations with this restaurant after all the reviews and recommendations from friends... Even when it was not bad, It was nothing special, as I thought it should be... The ceviche is just ok, a little plain for my taste, and too much tomatoes... The duck foie gras and the duck sausages were great. The lamb was good too... The service definitely should be better... The main dishes took a long time in arriving.. And they were just ok... Not terrible but nothing outstanding... The pheasant was not special at all....The pork was not bad and the ribs just ok... I don't think I will go back here...
Finally had an opportunity to head back to Alloy and this time for dinner. We were there a little earlier so the restaurant was quiet but filed up pretty quickly with a diverse group of people. I just love this restaurant and cant praise their food enough - especially now that I have tried the tasting menu which changes all the time. 7 courses for $85 each, you can also do a wine pairing with that but forget how much it was as we had a cocktail to start (amazing and delicious they both were) and then a bottle of wine. They have a large selection of wine so was happy to have some helpful recommends from the waitress. Our waitress also mentioned that their tasting menu is a chance for each of the different chefs in the kitchen to shine. They all have an opportunity to craft one of the dishes per menu so that everyone has a chance to showcase their talents and ideas. Love the inclusion of that as many kitchens don't operate like that. 1st. amuse bouche of the day which was a date wrapped in prosciutto with 2 different sauces on the plate. Holy man what a taste sensation! so glad I didn't make this one bite just so that it lasted longer and I could get all the sauce 2nd. seared king salmon with this delightful salad-ish topping of citrus, fennel and herb sauce. Delicious. 3rd. large portion of seared tuna with togarashi aioli, miso vinigrette and picked ginger, with edemame peas and rocket. Honestly meal could have stopped there. My mouth still waters thinking of it! 4th. thin cut portion of wagu chuck flat steak with chimichurri and jalapeno emulsion - overall not my favourite but anything that came after that tuna was never going to compete. 5th. Sorbetto to clean the palate - real surprise here as it was liquid and served in a shot glad. Pomegranate flavour and super sweet. Think the sweetness was a bit might but also quite a surprise. Did a surprisingly good job as a palate cleanser considering the sweetness though. 6th. Striploin with a drumbui glaze, topped with thin sliced mushrooms and served on duck fat mashed potatoes. that mash! That gravy! Everything was sooooo good! 7th. coconut panna cotta, fresh berries and a rose water syrup (so thats what you do with rose water?) - was a really nice taste difference with the coconut but more of a pudding than pana cotta as it was quite runny. Still super tasty thought. Would I go back? Every day if someone else paid. This restaurant is great for date night as well as a mini celebration with some friends. The patio outside in the little garden is great in summer and the inside is beautiful. If you have never been - Go or get someone to take you!
Celebrating my better half's birthday. Been a while since we've dined at Alloy but he picked the place. Very disappointed with the food and service last night. My medium tenderloin was sliced in half- big mistake as that drained all of its moisture, left is so dry- chewing it was dreadful. Roasted beet salad was ok, could have used ricotta over camembert cheese and more herbs. Tartare was way too cold, came out scooped. May have been over-minced the day prior to service that its consistency is almost as if it was ground and chilled. Not sure if the true concept for the tartare was to simulate a tostada because of the toppings and the combination of flavours had a clear resemblance to the popular mexican/latin american dish. Service was poor, hostess and the waitress weren't warm, inviting and did not have much knowledge of the food. The short rib however, has been consistent- flavourful, tender. Now overall, every item on the menu was overpriced for the overall quality and experience you're getting. We rushed to get the bill, left our meals half eaten and did not bother with dessert. It has completely ruined our evening. We have eaten at almost every place in the city- fine dining or cheap eats and I have not been as disappointed at a restaurant rated 4.6 stars on google. I'm sorry Alloy but I doubt that we'll come back. The drive itself to your location was not at all worth my time.
2 months ago
Stopped by for the dinner here. Pricing after converting it to USD came out really good. Food here was also really nice and i can see why people recommend here. Portion size might be smaller side. read more
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Had an amazing Beef Short Ribs dinner at Alloy last night. Was so tender and flavourful. Potatoes were silky smooth. read more
My wife and I shared the seared digby scallops for a starter; they were melt-in-your mouth perfect. For mains she had the duck breast with yuzu bread pudding, grilled bok choy, rhubarb and gochujang bbq sauce; I had the braised short rib in tomato & balsamic reduction with white cheddar mashed potatoes and broccolini. Both were plated beautifully, served at the right temperature, and done just right. Everything paired well with a Kiona Vineyards Riesling 2022. For dessert we shared a matcha cheese cake with cookie crumb, yuzu chantilly, and micro anise. Our server was pleasantly attentive throughout the evening, answered all of our questions about the menu, and handled our table of 8 efficiently. The interior is beautiful! We had a superb experience overall. read more
Alloy was an unexpected find for us in Calgary, in the middle of a industrial area was a little sanctuary with polished plates of delicious food! The space is deceptively beautiful and airy once you got through the darkened foyer. The patio space looked inviting, but unfortunately it was too chilly for us that day. We started the meal with a lovely surprise of some hummus and olives before moving onto a appetizer of truffle gnocchi. Pasta is not usually on the appetizer list, but we could not resist a good gnocchi! I personally loved the port tenderloin in mole sauce, as it stood out with bold brushes of flavor. read more
1 year ago
5 years ago
Appy was great ginger beef tartare Enchilada bad, inedible Tiramisu exceptional Service slow and kinda dour read more
7 years ago
I like Alloy! A bit of an obscure location for a fancy restaurant but I guess that's all right. I like the ambience in the restaurant. The customer service was great! The food was good. I had the Beef Short Ribs Tacos, the special lunch feature of the day. It was only $18 but it tasted really, really good! The other food item that was ordered in my party was the Lamb Meatloaf. It was pretty good as well. Will be back again! read more
8 years ago
Amazing Valentine's set menu experience. The menu was extended to the weekend since Valentine's was actually during the week. The waitress was hands down one of the best and I told her so. Her passion for service and knowledge of wine pairings with meals were exceptional. She truly enjoyed talking and discussing it all with prompt attention. We also were able to meet with one of the owners who came by our table based on my request of any referrals for delicious soup dumplings. With an interest in Asian food and experiences, he shared his travel experiences as well as his "picks" in the city. Honestly, we could have talked for days. The food was served with just the right amount of time to savor in between the courses and were presented impeccably. It was truly one dine-in that was about the entire food experience! read more
8 years ago
Generally good food with a nice atmosphere. Service is kind and attentive. We got the surf and turf, truffle gnocchi, and shared the short rib main. Surf and turf was kind of weird and probably wouldn't get it again. It came with lobster tempura, beef tartare, and wonton crisps. The tempura was fantastic, however the tartare was a bit bland. It wasn't bad paired with the crisps and ketchup, although the pairing with the lobster didn't seem like the best fit. Would get something else next time. The truffle gnocchi was amazing. Tender gnocchi in white sauce with mushrooms and truffle oil. The flavour of the truffle was strong but not overpowering. A great dish and would certainly get it again. The short rib was fantastic as well. The sever even had it split for us onto two plates even though we hadn't asked for it; a nice touch. It came with Parmesan mashed potatoes and mixed roasted carrots and shallot. The potatoes were fantastic, although not sure I could taste Parmesan. I love all roasted vegetables so enough said there. Short rib was tender and delicious. A great dish as well. Would probably get something else next time as there were many good sounding mains, but it is one is certainly have again. The only annoying thing was that they slipped us the $8 sparkling water at the beginning without any indication of price. A bit unfair to ask "still or sparkling" with such a massive difference in price, but then again you don't come to a place like this with budget in mind. Overall it's more of a 4.5/5 experience due this. read more
7 years ago
3 years ago
Don't blink or you might miss this place. Seriously, it's tucked away off of Macleod Trail, behind a hotel and in the middle of an industrial area. The inside does not match the outside. It's so much better :). I was here for lunch, and what a treat. From the decor to the food to the service, aces all around. I had their lunch special, which was a bacon wrapped seared salmon on sweet potato gnocchi with arugula. The flavours fit so nicely together. Hat's off to the chef. I finished up lunch with the panna cotta. This was split into three different small servings with a unique sauce and piece of fruit on each. The mango habanero had a nice kick to it. I'll be back to try the patio next summer. Alloy gets four and a half yums up. read more
16 years ago
Food: 4.5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 Service: 4.5/5 Overall experience: 4.5/5 (1- Terrible; 3- decent; 5- Fantastic) After two failed attempts to find an oyster restaurant (Embarcadero and Catch were closed), my friend decided to take me to Alloy since I haven't been there. It's located in the most obscure place- I would have never found this restaurant just by driving along the main roads. Once I entered, the restaurant was very warm and inviting with an unpretentious feel to it. The décor is contemporary with an Asian flare, and includes a cute little patio for those who like to soak up the sun. You also get an amazing glimpse at their vast wine selection next to the entrance. Despite the noise from other tables and how it was sometimes hard to hear my friend talk, it was a very cozy place to have dinner. The service was top notch. Our server was very friendly and made some great recommendations for food and wine. He was attentive, yet not overbearing; giving my friend and I time to talk. We selected a wonderful cabernet sauvignon from Napa Valley, California ($80/bottle) based on our server's recommendation for a nice dry red wine. I'm not much of a red wine drinker but I enjoyed this one very much because it was nicely balanced and easy to drink. What I especially enjoyed about my experience was the complimentary homemade naan bread with hummus and olives (instead of your typical bread and butter). The hummus was alright nothing too special- kind of bland and needed a bit more lemon. First up were appetizers. We had ordered the: pistachio crusted seared scallops with corn cream and yam crisps ($18); lobster tempura with a citrus ponzu (Japanese sauce) and pickled vegetable slaw ($19); ahi tuna tartar with chimichurri soy and wonton crisps ($15); and rock crab cakes with a yellow tomato emulsion and grilled pineapple salsa ($18). The seared scallop dish came with two large scallops cooked perfectly, and was divine when paired with the sauce. I would have licked up all the sauce if I wasn't saving room for the rest of my meal. I don't like my food too salty so I thought this dish was well seasoned. I highly recommend this as an appetizer. The lobster tempura was a whole lobster tail that cooked perfectly (not rubbery) and lightly battered so you could still taste the flavours of the food-I absolutely hate over breaded tempura. I wasn't too fond of the pickled vegetable slaw which was pickled carrots in a vinegary sauce. The ahi tuna wasn't anything special, kind of underwhelming - fresh ahi tuna combined with cilantro topped with fresh guacamole. The crab cake starter came with two cakes which on its own was quite salty but paired with the yellow tomato emulsion and pineapple salsa was a great compliment and balanced dish. For our mains we ordered the featured fish special, and surf and turf ($42). I forgot the name of the fish featured but it was similar to a swordfish. The dish was mediocre- I found the fish kind of bland and like a swordfish, it was too dense for my liking. The surf and turf comprised of a moist, succulent beef tenderloin and a lobster spring roll which had more of a potato-like texture (I only had a small bite since I was getting full at this point). Bewarned, the sauce has a little spicy kick to it with a distinguishable taste of coriander. I love to eat, and I especially love dessert so I saved enough room to try the: crème brulee ($9), and lemongrass panna cotta ($9). I have to say, Alloy's crème brulee is the best I've had so far with a silky custard that melted in your mouth. It came in two flavors: butterscotch and summer peach. The butterscotch crème brulee was my favourite since it had a wonderfully deep and rich flavor. I gobbled this portion up while my friend had the summer peach which was very light and refreshing with a hint of peaches and lemon. I always hear about panna cotta but never had the chance to try it until now. It was very smooth, creamy, and light and was paired with three kinds of sauces: lulo jalapeno, mango habanera, and guava chilli. Surprisingly, the sauces tasted fruity with a hint of pepper which added a nice kick and enhancement to the flavours. The lulo jalapeno sauce was too exotic tasting for me so I didn't finish. I highly suggest either of these desserts to try. Overall, I enjoyed my first experience at Alloy's very much. A few dishes were a little underwhelming in taste but the presentation of the food was absolutely beautiful. I also liked how our food came out in a reasonable amount of time with our first starters coming out within 10min after ordering. Definitely worth a visit for fine dining and awesome service! read more
One word sums up my experience at Alloy: SPECTACULAR. From the moment we walked in, to the moment we left, every single aspect of this restaurant was top notch. The service, the decor, the ambiance, the food, the drinks, the dessert and the farewell, EVERYTHING was exceptional. I was with a large group of people and the GM of the restaurant even paid us a special visit and took us down to the wine cellar. He showed us around and explained the vast array of wine that they carry, and why they offer reduced prices on the wine. The reason is because they want to give people a reason to come to Alloy...well TRUST Me, the reduced prices of the wine is not the ONLY reason to go! I wasn't sure we were in the right place driving over... It's in an industrial area in the S.E., which is a strange location for a restaurant that is so grand, but it just works. It's a gem in the middle of nowhere...literally! I wouldn't hesitate to take the trip up to the boonies of the S.E. to make another visit to Alloy. It truly is everything you can hope a five star restaurant to be. read more
13 years ago
I think I had very high expectations with this restaurant after all the reviews and recommendations from friends... Even when it was not bad, It was nothing special, as I thought it should be... The ceviche is just ok, a little plain for my taste, and too much tomatoes... The duck foie gras and the duck sausages were great. The lamb was good too... The service definitely should be better... The main dishes took a long time in arriving.. And they were just ok... Not terrible but nothing outstanding... The pheasant was not special at all....The pork was not bad and the ribs just ok... I don't think I will go back here... read more
Finally had an opportunity to head back to Alloy and this time for dinner. We were there a little earlier so the restaurant was quiet but filed up pretty quickly with a diverse group of people. I just love this restaurant and cant praise their food enough - especially now that I have tried the tasting menu which changes all the time. 7 courses for $85 each, you can also do a wine pairing with that but forget how much it was as we had a cocktail to start (amazing and delicious they both were) and then a bottle of wine. They have a large selection of wine so was happy to have some helpful recommends from the waitress. Our waitress also mentioned that their tasting menu is a chance for each of the different chefs in the kitchen to shine. They all have an opportunity to craft one of the dishes per menu so that everyone has a chance to showcase their talents and ideas. Love the inclusion of that as many kitchens don't operate like that. 1st. amuse bouche of the day which was a date wrapped in prosciutto with 2 different sauces on the plate. Holy man what a taste sensation! so glad I didn't make this one bite just so that it lasted longer and I could get all the sauce 2nd. seared king salmon with this delightful salad-ish topping of citrus, fennel and herb sauce. Delicious. 3rd. large portion of seared tuna with togarashi aioli, miso vinigrette and picked ginger, with edemame peas and rocket. Honestly meal could have stopped there. My mouth still waters thinking of it! 4th. thin cut portion of wagu chuck flat steak with chimichurri and jalapeno emulsion - overall not my favourite but anything that came after that tuna was never going to compete. 5th. Sorbetto to clean the palate - real surprise here as it was liquid and served in a shot glad. Pomegranate flavour and super sweet. Think the sweetness was a bit might but also quite a surprise. Did a surprisingly good job as a palate cleanser considering the sweetness though. 6th. Striploin with a drumbui glaze, topped with thin sliced mushrooms and served on duck fat mashed potatoes. that mash! That gravy! Everything was sooooo good! 7th. coconut panna cotta, fresh berries and a rose water syrup (so thats what you do with rose water?) - was a really nice taste difference with the coconut but more of a pudding than pana cotta as it was quite runny. Still super tasty thought. Would I go back? Every day if someone else paid. This restaurant is great for date night as well as a mini celebration with some friends. The patio outside in the little garden is great in summer and the inside is beautiful. If you have never been - Go or get someone to take you! read more
5 years ago
Celebrating my better half's birthday. Been a while since we've dined at Alloy but he picked the place. Very disappointed with the food and service last night. My medium tenderloin was sliced in half- big mistake as that drained all of its moisture, left is so dry- chewing it was dreadful. Roasted beet salad was ok, could have used ricotta over camembert cheese and more herbs. Tartare was way too cold, came out scooped. May have been over-minced the day prior to service that its consistency is almost as if it was ground and chilled. Not sure if the true concept for the tartare was to simulate a tostada because of the toppings and the combination of flavours had a clear resemblance to the popular mexican/latin american dish. Service was poor, hostess and the waitress weren't warm, inviting and did not have much knowledge of the food. The short rib however, has been consistent- flavourful, tender. Now overall, every item on the menu was overpriced for the overall quality and experience you're getting. We rushed to get the bill, left our meals half eaten and did not bother with dessert. It has completely ruined our evening. We have eaten at almost every place in the city- fine dining or cheap eats and I have not been as disappointed at a restaurant rated 4.6 stars on google. I'm sorry Alloy but I doubt that we'll come back. The drive itself to your location was not at all worth my time. read more
4* for rack of lamb app 2* for tuna ceviche (which wasn't even a ceviche but more of a tartare...no acid whatsoever - and soooo bland). I wanted the lobster tempura, i didn't see it on the menu nice decor and atmosphere. old office environment that's been transformed. Menu is pretty basic for entrees... pheasant, beef, pork, fish... Service was Excellent! read more
From the outside this place doesn't look like a restaurant and considering it's name and the fact that it's where the Fairmont Resorts offices used to be it's no surprise that you may think its just another oil and gas co. However, once you get inside you're into swankville. The decor is very clean and polished. The large windows on the one side of the dining area makes for a nice natural feeling. I met up with some former colleagues for lunch a couple weeks ago. I had the tacos (see photo). DELICIOUS! They were well put together and the portion size was perfect. Our server was cheerful and friendly and was always at the table right when we needed her, but she was never intrusive. Overall an excellent experience. read more
13 years ago
Solid restaurant, I came on my last night in Calgary because it was right next door to my hotel. I really wanted to try Model Milk but was still closed due to the flooding downtown. Came here on a Wednesday around 7pm and the place was pretty full so I was excited to try this place out. They bring out pita bread with hummus and olives to start which was more refreshing than just a loaf of bread. If the pita was warm it would have been a lot better. I started my night off with a cocktail (Stagecoach) it was very tasty, a good stiff cocktail. I then started off with the wagyu beef with quail egg which was good but not great. The wagyu came out more raw than rare (which I don't mind). However, the fat was more raw as opposed to marbled in the meat which caused parts of the fat to be too chewy instead of melting like butter. My main course was the pork which was actually very delicious. It was a thick cut, bone in, and was still juicy and flavorful. There was a little bit of fat on some of the edges which fitted nicely with the meat. Overall I would say this was a pretty solid meal, I definitely would have given it 5 stars if each dish were slightly less expensive (maybe like $2-$3 less). read more
16 years ago
Despite the fact that it is known for having a fabulous patio (in the summer), for some reason Alloy comes to mind every December. I hosted a Christmas Party here in 2009, had quite a few lunches and again this year I seem to be back in December. Maybe I find the decor warming and cozy, or perhaps the wine wall is something I would like to take home one day or it feels like outside inside. Owner Uri Heilik and gang have made this a favorite spot away from the beaten path of downtown dining. I brought with me some Alloy newbies for lunch this time and like newbies before them - they loved every minute and taste of it! Save room for dessert. read more
10 years ago
It was my second visit to Alloy, this time for the Valentines day menu. My husband had asked the restaurant to surprise me with some beautiful orchids and hydrangeas on our table. They came through with a beautiful floral arrangement. We were given a tuna tar tar amuse bouche, which was nice and flavourful. It definitely amused my bouche, I would have ordered a whole plate of it, had there not been a 5 course meal coming. The Valentine's day 2016 menu: There was a special pink girly cocktail, which sounded right up my alley, but I enjoy mixing cocktails at home and could probably make that any time, so tonight my husband and I shared a bottle of wine; a Syrah and Grenache blend that was fruit-forward and a bit bold. Delish! Textures of carrot to start, which was surprisingly divine! We were advised to begin with the sorbet, and move to the puree, then roasted tri-colour carrot slices and a crisp carrot chip. Moving gradually through the different textures from cold to warm to hot which was an interesting sensation. Next came a to die for Truffle and Cauliflower Risotto which came cooked perfectly and in a decent sized portion. Lobster two ways, was lobster filling in a yummy (all be it petite) nero crepe (blackened with ink from cuddle-fish) and three small lobster tail pieces about the size of shrimp. Bison strip loin served rare (so perfectly flavorful and juicy) with brussel-sprouts. My only complaint was that I had hoped to have a larger portion of at least this course if not others as well. I expected that with five courses most would be tiny portions, but every portion was fairly small... even compared to other fine dining five course meals that I have had in the past few months. For desert a Flourless Chocolate Cake with hazelnut gelato and pistachio meringue. So delish! Whenever there is a set Valentine's day menu at a restaurant, I get excited. Yes, it's easier for the staff, but it's also something different from what you could get any other day! Our server was of course very busy but others would deliver our next course on time, and he would come by to add a special comment about this course. He was charismatic and funny, yet not overly familiar, and offered just the right amount of attention, without feeling intrusive at all. (Although, with a 5 course meal you expect to be interrupted, but I still say he was great). read more
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Alloy is officially my new favorite restaurant in Calgary! It offers perfectly balanced meals with an incredible array of flavors. Everything is perfectly cooked - the beef and chicken were tender and flavorful - and the sides provided the perfect accompaniment to make the dishes really shine. If you're looking for an impressive wine list, high quality ingredients, upscale dishes and fine flavors this is the restaurant for you! I personally highly recommend the chicken supreme (it has a delicious cherry chili sauce) and the flourless chocolate cake for dessert. read more
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