🇨🇦 Whitehorse’s Wild Side Dining

🇨🇦 Whitehorse’s Wild Side Dining: Belly of the Bison Review (A meat lover’s paradise or overhyped Yukon novelty? Let’s dig in!) Nestled in downtown Whitehorse, Belly of the Bison promises an "authentic Yukon carnivore experience" with game meats and fire-roasted specialties. But does it deliver? Here’s the unfiltered take from a first-time visitor. 📍 The Vibe Atmosphere: • Rustic-chic lodge decor with antler chandeliers and a stone fireplace • Open kitchen where chefs sear bison steaks over ironwood flames • Cozy but noisy – best for groups, not romantic dates Local Clientele: • 70% tourists wanting "that Yukon experience" • 30% hunters and bush pilots celebrating big game hauls 🍖 THE MEAT OF THE MATTER (LITERALLY) 🦴 Roasted Bone Marrow – $18 ✅ The Good: • Served dramatic AF in split bones with toasted sourdough • Topped with wild blueberry compote (nice tart contrast) ❌ The Reality: • Cold, congealed fat in center (like eating meat butter) • "Rich" is an understatement – two bites max before grease overload Verdict: Skip unless you’re a true offal enthusiast 🦌 Elk Tenderloin – $42 ✅ The Good: • Perfect medium-rare cook on lean, iron-rich meat • Accompanied by foraged mushroom ragout ❌ The Reality: • Strong "gamey" flavor – think wet hay + blood (acquired taste!) • Overpowered by juniper berry sauce (like Christmas in your mouth) Verdict: Only order if you’ve enjoyed venison before 🐃 Bison Short Rib – $38 ✅ The Good: • Fall-off-the-bone tender, similar to beef short rib • Smoky crust from 12-hour applewood smoking • Served with Yukon root vegetable mash ❌ The Reality: • Portion is MASSIVE (better for sharing) • Could use more seasoning – tastes like "generic slow-cooked meat" Verdict: Safest choice for cautious eaters 💡 PRO TIPS 1️⃣ Game Meat 101: Start with bison before risking elk or muskox 2️⃣ Sauce Control: Ask for sauces on the side (they drown flavors) 3️⃣ Side Hustle: Their fire-roasted carrots with honey ($8) steal the show 📸 INSTAGRAM VS. REALITY What You’ll Post: • Moody shot of bone marrow with caption "Yukon decadence!" What You’ll Think: • "I just paid $18 for candle wax..." ⚠️ BRUTALLY HONEST NOTES • Overpriced? Yes – you’re paying for the "wild Yukon" branding • Best For: Adventurous eaters wanting to check "ate exotic game" off their list • Skip If: You think Olive Garden is too spicy #BisonOrBust #YukonEats #GameMeatGate