This is a no brainer...in a sea of boring, mall food court choices and over priced sit downs, corporate Calgary in the core has a new island oasis for gourmet quality at easy on the wallet prices.
The culinary students and instructors are keen to make the experience special and will discuss presentation and techniques if you're so inclined. The only issue is that you have to get there fairly early as menu items tend to sell out pretty fast. That happened to me today with their Manhattan Clam Chowder. Live and learn and queue up when they open.
While I ordered a thai pork sandwich, there were some tempting baked goods with their Cinnamon Buns coming in at only $1.50 each. I ask where else in the city you'd be able to get prices like that? The Prime Rib sandwich looked divine with its delicately sliced rare strips of beef but I went on the suggestion of the chef preparing both and he certainly didn't steer me wrong. There are some packaged sides and drinks offered as well. I didn't check out the prices however the sub set me back $8.95, which is a normal spend for me at places like Subway or Quiznos for example.
I urge you to try it and support SAIT and its students pursuing their culinary dreams. You'll get a tasty lunch at a fair price and you'll be giving back to our community.