Downtown Calgary Food Guide | Where to Eat Near the Visa Office

Just visited Calgary for visa processing and discovered some amazing downtown eats! Here's my foodie roundup: 🍜 Han’s Restaurant (Sichuan Noodles) 📍 Rating: 4/5 • Must-order: Dan Dan noodles & beef noodles (huge portions!) • Note: Asked for spicy but got mild - maybe they forgot? • Bonus: Their chili oil wontons are delicious (but again, not spicy enough) 🇻🇳 Pho City (Vietnamese Noodles) 📍 Rating: 5/5 • Best pho in town - massive bowls with rich, spicy broth • Unique twist: Uses Yunnan-style rice noodles (like cross-the-bridge noodles) 🍲 1 Pot Hot Pot (AYCE) 📍 Rating: 4/5 • Spicy broth lovers: Try the Sichuan mala and spicy fish soup bases • Standard AYCE selection - meats, veggies, and sauces are decent 🍔 Craft Beer Market (Gastropub) 📍 Rating: 4/5 • Hidden gem: Their fried cauliflower is INSANE (smoky, spicy, addictive) • Vibes: Classic Canadian brewery with great burgers & local beers 🍣 Sukiyaki House (Japanese) 📍 Rating: 5/5 • Freshest sushi in Calgary - melts in your mouth • Miso soup upgrade: Loaded with mushrooms & seafood • Hot take: Beats any sushi I’ve had in LA! 🍺 James Joyce Irish Pub 📍 Rating: 4/5 • Perfect for: Late-night drinks in a cozy, old-world setting • No loud music - just good beer and conversation #CalgaryEats #DowntownYYC #FoodieFinds