Remember remember this crazzzzy November

See All Lists
To quote the great Sarah Louise "I'm DOOIINNNNG IT" Yes. Quite. This is my November List.

 1. Wa's Japanese Restaurant

1721 Centre St NW
Calgary, AB T2E 2S3
(403) 277-2077

Categories: Japanese, Sushi Bars

5.0 star rating
  11/29/2011

What the blutz? Why haven't I written a review Wa's ever before?

Ridiculous. Anytime someone asks me to reccomend them a place to eat and their description includes "hole-in-the-wall", "down-to-earth, "great price/taste ratio", "place I can go to…More »

Was this review …?

 2. Café 22

8720 MacLeod Trl SE
Calgary, AB T2H 0M4
(403) 777-4444

Categories: Pizza, Pubs

4.0 star rating
  11/3/2011

We've been here a few times over the past year it's been opened. I've also come by myself for work lunch when I can spare the hour.

The interior is a bit weird I find. Large couch chairs, plants and weird light doodads, I think it can go with a bit…More »

Was this review …?

 3. Kaffir Lime Indonesia Grill

7711 Macleod Trl S
Calgary, AB T2H 0M1
(403) 607-3714

Category: Indonesian

5.0 star rating
  Update - 11/21/2011

Whenever I talk "food" with people, everyone seems to have a handful of places that they greatly swoon over because it's ultimate comfort food. You know, their "secret places" they only divulge to you when you finally win them over and convince them…More »

Was this review …?

1 Previous Review: Show all »

  • 5.0 star rating
    1/28/2011 First to Review

    Visited Kingsland Farmers market for lunch. I made a note to come back an try Kaffir Lime. I was met… Read more »

 4. Beat Niq Jazz & Social Club

811 1 St SW
Calgary, AB T2P 7N2
(403) 263-1650
4.0 star rating
  11/28/2011

I've loosely heard of Beat Niq Jazz Club from other people and never took much interest in going. What a fool I was-I still am, but much less of a fool these days-for not taking an earlier interest and checking this place out!

We stumbled into Beat…More »

Was this review …?

 5. B J's Gym Ltd

602 7 Ave SE
Calgary, AB T2G 0J7
(403) 262-5060

Category: Gyms

5.0 star rating
  11/28/2011

Reg was awesome enough to spread the word on "ring a ding dong" art party that was held at Bj's gym. I can't believe that in all the years of my pro wrestling obsession and stampede wrestling history geekery, I've never visited this place.

The…More »

Was this review …?

 6. BLAM!Wich

Calgary, AB T2T 3G1
(587) 216-2526
4.0 star rating
  11/15/2011

When I drove up to Deerfoot Meadows after reading on twitter that the foodtrucks were around the area, I was disappointed to see only two (the other was Jojo's bbq) parked in the area. But none of that mattered when I walked up to Blam!wich and saw…More »

Was this review …?

 7. Shef's Fiery Kitchen

510 77 Avenue SE
Calgary, AB T2H 1C3
(403) 918-7433
5.0 star rating
  11/28/2011 First to Review

Naan-wich. That's why you should go.

I could end the review with that very first line because thats all I needed to hear to convince me to check this food vendor @ the Farmer's Market.

I ordered their chicken Naan-which and graciously waited for 10-15…More »

Was this review …?

 8. Ticketmaster Alberta

920 36 Street NE
Calgary, AB T2A 6L8
(403) 204-9097

4.0 star rating
  11/14/2011 First to Review

Nevermind trying to find the cheapest prices. Nevermind having to deal with scalpers trying gauge you out of your money. Nevermind the ticket turning out to be a sham piece of paper that leaves you jilted at the door. Nevermind having to find…More »

Was this review …?

 9. Halo Restaurant & Lounge Ltd

13226 MacLeod Trl SE
Calgary, AB T2J 7E5
(403) 271-4111

Category: Nightlife

3.0 star rating
  11/16/2011

We checked Halo out on an early Thursday dinner time, also because we had a coupon that shaved $10 off our meal.

The service was very nice and attentive from the get-go. Our waitress seemed to always pop up when she was precisely need, rather than…More »

Was this review …?

 10. Auburn Saloon

115 9 Ave SE
Calgary, AB T2G 0P5
(403) 266-6628
4.0 star rating
  Update - 4/22/2012

Underdog Challenge 21/30

It's was my third time at the Auburn Friday night and wasn't the least bit disappointed with their ability to hold spoken word event. When you don't have to even think about technical issues like microphones and lighting, you…More »

Was this review …?

1 Previous Review: Show all »

  • 3.0 star rating
    11/12/2011

    The Auburn Saloon is located along 9th Avenue and is a common hangout for performance and spoken… Read more »

 11. Mina's Vietnamese Noodle Soup

12100 MacLeod Trail SE
Calgary, AB T2J 7G9
(403) 225-8954

Category: Specialty Food

4.0 star rating
  11/18/2011

Mina's is one of two Vietnamese restaurants situated along the Canyon Meadows Avenida area along MacLoed Trail.

In contrast to Sunshine Vietnamese, Mina's has a more efficient setup of getting you through your meal as quick as they can, without the…More »

Was this review …?

 12. Oolong Tea House

110 10 St NW
Calgary, AB T2N 3V1
(403) 283-0333

Category: Coffee & Tea

4.0 star rating
  11/23/2011

Every time I've been at Oolong, the place has this chinatown dessert house vibe to it, but with hipsters. Is that a good thing? It depends on your taste for crowd. I didn't mind it.

I'm currently writing this review AS IM SITTING IN THE TEA HOUSE.…More »

Was this review …?

 13. Kawa Espresso Bar

1333 8 St SW
Calgary, AB T2P
(403) 452-5233

Category: Coffee & Tea

4.0 star rating
  Update - 11/21/2011

Kawa has such a weird nightlife ambiance that I can't seem to put my finger on. Both times I've gone there was either a dj or a live band playing. Personally, I think the linear space doesn't really strike me as a place to have such performances. The…More »

Was this review …?

1 Previous Review: Show all »

  • 4.0 star rating
    9/6/2011

    The first thing I usually try at any new coffee place I visit is their Americano. But on this day I… Read more »

 14. Starbucks Coffee Company Ltd

723 17 Avenue SW
Calgary, AB T2S 0B6
(403) 209-2888

Category: Food

4.0 star rating
  11/23/2011

This Starbucks is a great location for meeting up with people when you plan to go out on 17th Ave. It's also got a great window in case you want to go people watching during the warm seasons.

The coffee is particularly delicious in this location. They…More »

Was this review …?

 15. CMYE: Yelp's Fall Supper

1209 1st St SW
Calgary, AB T2R 0V1

Category: Local Flavour

5.0 star rating
  11/1/2011

What a great potluck event. Endeavor Arts is a great space. Much thanks to Shannon and Maria for putting up this cool studio for the potluck. I really liked the backdrop of art pieces and open room which gave a great environment for conversation.…More »

Was this review …?

 16. Wayne's Bagels

510 - 77 Avenue SE
Calgary, AB T2H 1C3

Category: Farmers Market

4.0 star rating
  11/25/2011 First to Review

I stumbled into lunch wondering  what to eat. Rather than nosing around through each vendor and peeking my nose in their food, I decided to ask the first person I see what they're eating and if they recommended it. I ran into a lovely table of ladies…More »

Was this review …?

 17. Waves Coffee House

602 17 Ave SW
Calgary, AB T2S 0B4

Category: Coffee & Tea

4.0 star rating
  11/21/2011

I walked into this 17th location wielding a coupon book, like a middle-aged old lady with the entitlement to maximum savings. Little did I know that I would end up dropping much more than I planned because their baked goods were delicious.

I had their…More »

Was this review …?

 18. CRAFT Beer Market, Restaurant & Bar

345 10th Ave SW
Calgary, AB T2R 0A5
(403) 514-2337
3.0 star rating
  11/23/2011

Unfortunately despite all my years of drinking beer, taking beer tours, and even borrowing a 15 pound "world of beers" book from the library. Any knowledge I've gained about the universal brew is lost whenever I have that pint every night. You know,…More »

Was this review …?

 19. Macleod Trail Sushi & BBQ

5211 Macleod Trl S
Calgary, AB T2H 0J3
(403) 252-2999

Categories: Barbeque, Sushi Bars

3.0 star rating
  11/2/2011

McLoed trail Sushi and BBQ serves as an alternative to all-you-can-eat sushi on McLoed trail, where Sushi Ichiban is more widely known. Still when we walked in here on a Friday night, it was relatively packed.

The main difference is that they offer…More »

Was this review …?

 20. Hillhurst-Sunnyside Community Association

1320 5 Ave NW
Calgary, AB T2N 0S2
(403) 283-0554
4.0 star rating
  11/3/2011

As I drove through Kensington in a cold crisp Autumn morning, my mind was far from the calm, collected, and geared mind of an athlete. Instead I was nervous, annoyed, and needed a new pair of underwear. It was competition day.

Still, finding this…More »

Was this review …?

 21. Calgary Honda

11700 Lake Fraser Drive SE
Calgary, AB T2J 7J5
(403) 253-6531

Category: Car Dealers

4.0 star rating
  Update - 3/26/2012

Oh Honda, I thought I could get away from you. I thought I could end up being one of those people that are done with running the race and lived in silent reverie driving an aging beater. I daydreamed about my 08 Civic dying in the side of the road…More »

Was this review …?

2 Previous Reviews: Show all »

  • 4.0 star rating
    11/22/2011

    Leave it to the world's best procrastinator to leave his winter tire change at the VERY LAST MINUTE.… Read more »

 22. Rice For King

9190 Macleod Trl SE
Calgary, AB T2H 0L9
(403) 253-8387

Category: Vietnamese

4.0 star rating
  11/5/2011

I always stop by here for lunch since it's pretty close to where I work.

They're very prompt with service and the servers are very friendly (some playfully shy.).

The food is pretty satisfying for vietnamese food, I've had a few sick days where their…More »

Was this review …?

 23. Jojo's BBQ

3505 Edmonton Trl NE
Calgary, AB T2E 2H8
(587) 896-7827
4.0 star rating
  11/13/2011

When I stepped on the scale Saturday morning, I immediately resolved that it was time to hit the salad troughs and avoid anything that had a drop of flavour in it.

I was quite glad to have 2 extra hours of training time when I decided to check my…More »

Was this review …?

 24. Thai Bistro

233 Centre St SW
Calgary, AB T2G 2B7
(403) 313-9922

Category: Thai

5.0 star rating
  11/6/2011

Thai Bistro is a hidden gem in China Town. At least hidden in the sense I've never been there until last night!

I randomly picked this place for our Thai UYE based on reviewer popularity on Yelp (maybe other food review sites *cough*) and everyone was…More »

Was this review …?

 25. Let's Bowl

2916 5 Ave NE
Calgary, AB T2A 6K4
(403) 569-2695

Category: Bowling

4.0 star rating
  11/7/2011

I think this is my first time at Let's Bowl but when I strolled into the place I got a familiar feeling that I have been here before, at least in a previous life where I was Torturo's inspiration for Jesus Quintana.

Let's Bowl is a great alternative…More »

Was this review …?

 26. Yelp

706 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94103
USA
(415) 908-3801

Categories: Local Flavor, Mass Media

Neighbourhood: SOMA

5.0 star rating
  11/8/2011

Dear Yelp,

I saved my 200th review for you. Unless a bunch of my earlier reviews get deleted, then consider the last statement a FAIL.

But oh Yelp, have I not found a sweeter but evil mistress to hold obsession and addiction over .I remember our first…More »

Was this review …?

 27. Big D's Smokehouse

510 77th Ave SE
Calgary, AB T2H 1C3

Category: Farmers Market

5.0 star rating
  Update - 11/11/2011

I went back here to finally try one of their main showcase eats: the beef brisket.

When I got in line I figured I'd go big and broke so I ordered the larger sandwich. They made me choose one out of three different breads. Finally when I came to face…More »

Was this review …?

1 Previous Review: Show all »

  • 4.0 star rating
    8/2/2011 First to Review

    Another Farmer's market gem, at least in my humble opinion. I decided to try this place out on a… Read more »

 28. Deer Valley Vision Center

1221 Canyon Meadows Dr SE
Calgary, AB T2J 6G2
(403) 271-1803
4.0 star rating
  11/9/2011 First to Review

FTR! Haven't had these in a while...

Dr. Burt and I are tight. We go waaaaayyyy back to my childhood days when I first got my glasses. I remembered those times, when I was in pure denial that I needed glasses because I believed my eyes were invincible…More »

Was this review …?

 29. Cafe Mediterranean

1009 1 St SW
Calgary, AB T2R 0T8
(403) 286-8452
4.0 star rating
  11/10/2011 ROTD 12/7/2011

I've been here a few times during my hipster era (if there ever was such a thing), when hookah smoking took presidence over mutual fund investing.  Europe's crashing in a big ball of fire and any money I try to put away seems to disappear into thin…More »

Was this review …?


Recently updated lists from Angelo T.

Farmer's Delight (11)

Farmer's Market joints, word..
 BUT FIRST I GOTTA...bang-bang the boogie to the boogie say up jump the boogie to the bang bang boogie
LET'S ROCK, YOU DON'T STOP
rock the riddle that'll make your body rock

BECAUSE I SAID SO!! (31)

Even if you don't ask, and heck, even if we don't know each other, expect to have me forcing these GREAT places to you, now shut up and eat HADOUKEN!!

The MMA gym list (7)

Tired of your old gym routine? Sick of M. Bison's and Shadowloo's crap? Well check out these martial arts gyms.

Boxing and Muay Thai are great not only for learning basic/simple techniques crucial in self-defense, but it provides an intense workout for minimal time.

Try out wrestling/bjj, its a physical chess game that really improves overall health and character. FACT: The guy who played Al Bundy from Married w/ Children is a BJJ black belt!!

YELP RULES! so shut up about it OK!?!? (23)

Yelp has dragged my once-anti social creepy butt to all these great events to meet wonderful people. Now my more sociable less-creepy butt can't wait for the next opportunity to hangout

Dhalsim's yoga studio picks (5)

Dhalsim was probably one of the cheapest characters in Street Fighter. We both have a few things in common. I too am cheap, as in because of online deals I managed to go to these yoga studios for next to nothing. Also I spit fireballs, hover in the air, and have skulls for necklaces.

"at best, I can only be a fraction of the man Van is. Mostly his hair."

Review votes:
459 Useful, 419 Funny, and 291 Cool

Location

Calgary, AB

Yelping Since

November 2010

Things I Love

hip-escapes, breakfalls, micro-imperfections, adventures

Find Me In

http://www.qu-i-x.com/...

My Hometown

Calgary,AB

My Blog Or Website

http://mungrysoldier.t...

When I'm Not Yelping...

I'm committing verbal bloopers

Why You Should Read My Reviews

because your eyes need a MASSAGE. and someone needs to correct my grammar

My Second Favourite Website

TED

My Favourite Movie

Tampopo, Red Belt, LOTR

Don't Tell Anyone Else But...

I'm on yelp ALOT :/

Most Recent Discovery

Marcelo Garcia http://youtu.be/kocZHG...