Spiro Agnew was the 39th Vice President of the US who served under Nixon before being forced to resign because of criminal charges.
While he's long since passed, his rather unfortunate legacy is being carried on by the aptly named Spiro's on 17th Ave. I'll stop short of calling their prices "criminal" - let's just say they're a tad on the outrageous side. I mean, really, $32.95 for a sampler dip platter? Or $23.95 for a simple marinated chicken breast with a salad and some potatoes? Maybe these prices would fly in the heart of downtown Calgary, but not in the 'burbs, man. Thank goodness they sent out a mailer with their menu on it - they saved me a whole lotta loot!