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These are a list of some of Calgary's most-loved venues, made for those of us who haven't yet heard the memo: they're closed.

 1. Taste Buds & Company Cafe - CLOSED

846 5 Avenue SW
Calgary, AB T2P 0N3
(403) 264-7117

3.0 star rating
  5/3/2011 First to Review

This place used to be a downtown favorite, located conveniently on a corner near some office buildings and apartments. They were known for their uniqueness in offering a wide range of food varieties, more than the typical coffeeshop. There was even a…More »

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 2. Elixir Fine Tea - CLOSED

1249 Kensington Rd NW
Calgary, AB T2N 3P8
(403) 270-4377

Category: Tea Rooms

5.0 star rating
  Update - 5/3/2011

I am saddened to hear the news of the closing, because I know Andrew's teahouse was the most beloved in Kensington. People even came from out of Calgary for his popular service. His friendly smile & clever conversation will always be remembered :)

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  • 4.0 star rating
    3/13/2011

    I really like this teahouse in Kensington, despite the fact that there are like 7 other teahouses… Read more »

 3. East Side Mario's - CLOSED

6455 MacLeod Trl SW
Calgary, AB T2H 0L1
(403) 255-8771

Category: Italian

4.0 star rating
  5/3/2011

Rob & I got to enjoy this Chinook location at least once, so we're grateful for that. The waitress was fairly friendly, and we got free salad and free bread, we were almost too full to order after that lol. The decor was very "New York". When we…More »

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 4. M.T. Tucker's

345 10 Ave SW
Calgary, AB T2R 0A5
(403) 262-5541

Categories: Buffets, Barbeque

3.0 star rating
  5/3/2011

Rob & I went here the one time, and I truthfully didn't enjoy it (personal reasons) but that's not the point.
I am writing this for those of you who looked up M.T. Tucker's out of curiosity. Just wanted to let you know it officially closed in January…More »

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 5. Ricky's All Day Grill

3625 Shaganappi Trl NW
Calgary, AB T3A 0E2
(403) 288-7242

Category: Diners

4.0 star rating
  5/3/2011

This appears to be the one that was previously located in Market Mall's foodcourt. I had always wanted to go check it out, since I was fascinated by seeing a whole restaurant amongst others that were just "walk-up counters". We finally decided to try…More »

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 6. Megatunes - CLOSED

932 17 Ave SW
Calgary, AB T2T 0A2
(403) 229-3022

Category: Music & DVDs

3.0 star rating
  5/9/2011

Rob & I used to come here on occasion, when we were along 17th Ave SW. My hubby, being an avid music collector, was saddened by the news of this closure. However, for those of your 'other avid music collectors', there is still Hot Wax in Kensington,…More »

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 7. Chicago Franks

200 8th Ave SW
Calgary, AB T2P 1B5

Category: Hot Dogs

4.0 star rating
  5/9/2011

One of three restaurants, from the Bay downtown, that has closed within the last year. They may have been best-known for their chocolate malt drinks :d
As well, if you remember the big, sprawling 'Chinook Buffet' from the 6th level of the Bay…More »

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 8. Christian Publications

907 9 Avenue SW
Calgary, AB T2P 1L3
(403) 265-2772

Category: Bookstores

1.0 star rating
  5/9/2011 First to Review

Not trying to make this company look bad, as I only mean this to be helpful to you (the reader). Rob & I recently went here, only to find it all closed up, nothing inside, and plastic sheets hanging in the window. It's not the easiest place to get…More »

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 9. Telus World of Science - CLOSED

701 11 St SW
Calgary, AB T2P 2C4
(403) 268-8300

Category: Museums

5.0 star rating
  3/14/2011

This has been one of my favorite places since childhood. I remember when it was called the "Planetarium" and even when it was called "the Calgary Science Centre".
I have always enjoyed the interactive, hands-on exhibits. Also, this centre has a very…More »

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 10. San Francisco Gifts

3800 Memorial Drive NE
Calgary, AB T2A 2K2
(403) 207-0147

5.0 star rating
  1/9/2012 First to Review

*sniff, sob* This big novelty store (just off the food court at Marlborough Mall) was my favorite one in Calgary to go for gift-shopping, since they had every funny T-shirt, poster or other silly things imaginable! The best part was, they had…More »

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Recently updated lists from Daryl D.

Haunted Calgary (and area) (7)

Stories of ghosties, ghoulies, and long-leggedy beasties!

Classic Burgers (5)

Though not a myriad, there are still a few good places to go in Calgary for that classic 1950s Diner appeal :)

Drinkin'!! (12)

Pubs, clubs, bars, you name it...

Buffets (9)

Just thought some of you Yelpers may like to go to a buffet every now & then :)

Alternative (9)

for the Calgarians who prefer something that goes against the grain a bit

All-Day Brekky (4)

Come on, I know I'm not the only one who wants scrambled eggs, toast & bacon for supper sometimes!

Mmm Baklava (5)

I love the gooey, deep-fried honey goodness (and crushed pistachios), and I created this list for others who do too :d

"If you don't want to know me it's your loss ;)"

Review votes:
69 Useful, 9 Funny, and 23 Cool

Location

Calgary, AB

Yelping Since

March 2011

Things I Love

Hello Kitty, listening to music

Find Me In

Downtown...or the movie theatre!

My Hometown

Calgary

When I'm Not Yelping...

I'm probably sleeping because I get easily tired

Why You Should Read My Reviews

I have very good taste and always say nice things

My Second Favourite Website

http://www.interavon.c...

The Last Great Book I Read

A magazine in a waiting room...

My First Concert

almost Avril Lavigne when I was 14

My Favourite Movie

Shrek...all 4 of them!

Don't Tell Anyone Else But...

I use my own Avon products, and the bathroom counter is cluttered with them :P

Most Recent Discovery

everyone has Aspergers Syndrome it's super-common in humans!

Current Crush

My husband, Rob *sigh*