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| - In a city like Calgary, which does not respect its traditions and heritage (unless those traditions involve wearing a cowboy hat), there are not many institutions, culinary or otherwise. That makes Caesar's stand alone, as it is truly such a thing, a Calgary institution. With its Greco-Roman imagery (together in one place, really), wood-paneled walls, and bright red carpet, it is a sight to behold.
First things first, the steak is excellent. It is consistently and reliably the best steak you can have in downtown Calgary. They cook it exactly as you want it, and the spicing, marbling, and finish are perfect. Kudos as well for the perfect pairing that their "old school" baked potato or salty french fries provide. It is amazing "guy food" - I can't even think of the last time I saw a woman in there, and you would never see two women dining together without a man with them. Anyway, I digress.
I don't know how many times I have had the "steak sandwich", but it is amazing. A nice 10 oz sirloin steak, nicely spiced, placed atop a spongy piece of thick white bread. Their "cheese bread" is also amazing, as is their French onion soup. These three items are so good that the rest of the menu is quite simply unnecessary.
There is nothing current, mod, or trendy about Caesar's, but that is why I love it. It is a glimpse into a world that no longer exists, when men had "liquid lunches" and did not know what cholesterol was. And thank goodness for that - I hope it never changes, and that Caesar's never closes.
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