If you’re looking for a local spot to grab a bite, check out the list below for farm to fork meals, chef curated menus, and unique atmospheres that’ll match perfectly with your dinner vibe.
The Beefeater Steakhouse
This fine dining spot opened in 1977, and is an exquisite take on a classic steakhouse. From Beef Neptune, to The Beefeater, Steak & Lobster Combo and Alaskan King Krab Legs, fill up on Alberta beef this summer.
Blue Fire Fine Indian Cuisine
Authentic Indian food from a family-owned restaurant, choose your choice of meat with each dish, from chicken, lamb, beef, goat and prawn, and pair it with naan, roti, or kulcha. Dine in or takeout for a delicious dinner.
Casa Amigos Cantina
For those on the lookout for live music, this bustling spot has a stage that hosts local and traveling bands, spanning the genres. The flavourful food menu features Southern Alberta beef from Mike’s Meats with the steak fajitas. For an appetizer, try the salsa flight and pair with the tequila flight.
Clubhouse Restaurant at Connaught Golf Club
Start the morning with Golfers Choice Breakfast or Tee Off Breakfast Sandwich, the afternoon with Golfers Steak Sandwich or Handmade Beef Burger, or the evening with Baked Atlantic Salmon or League Day Grilled Chicken Breast. And then play a round of golf at this 100+ year old golf course.
d’Carlo Pasta House
Chef Carlos’ love for cooking started at a young age when growing up in Guatemala. This date night spot has a “build your own” style menu. The Caesar salad is a must order as an appetizer, and pairs nicely with the complementary freshly baked bread.
Grit City Distillery
A tiki-style small batch craft distillery, producing a variety of vodka, gin, rums, absinthe, and whiskeys; using traditional botanicals and locally sourced ingredients. Next door is the Tasting Room, where a trivia game is often hosted, and outside is the Patio Playground. Pair a creative cocktail with a savoury meal, and visit on a Friday to try an extravagant feature fishbowl.
Hell’s Basement Brewery
The name is inspired by Rudyard Kipling’s famous quote from the 1800s about Medicine Hat having, “all Hell for a basement”, due to the abundance of natural gas found under the City. Framed beer bottle labels line the walls, a cupboard of board games invites a friendly game, and the many taps serve beer, vodka seltzers, and their non-alcoholic drink, Heck-of-a-Root Beer. For a snack, local small bites are available from Medicine Hat Meat Traders.
Homesteader Restaurant & Lounge
Located in the Clarion Pointe, a variety of western classics and Indian staples are served for lunch and dinner, including soups, sandwiches, burgers, pizza, liver & onions, and butter chicken.
Hometown
Chef Adam and General Manager Jen opened Hometown on historic North Railway Street, bringing a beautiful view of the Canadian Pacific Railway. A familiar place emulating a welcoming home, and serving upscale comfort dishes, elevated brunch, and a blind menu for Sunday Dinner Feature. Alberta-sourced ingredients are sprinkled throughout the seasonal menu, to pair with a premium cocktail and mocktail list and local craft beer.
Jj Kitchen
After attending farmers’ markets in Medicine Hat, Jane and Brian opened their downtown eatery in 2022. The rotating lunch menu keeps dishes fresh, as well as their staples like CupBap and Korean Corn Dog. Brian is always front of house, while Jane prepares every dish.
LOCAL Public Eatery
Recently launching their summer drink menu, LOCAL Public Eatery has more seats outside than inside, and it’s a popular spot in the summer. Try a frozen margaritas, watermelon sling, or aperol spritz with a hearty meal that’ll fill you with flavour.
Lolo & Lola
Lolo & Lola are celebrating their first summer in downtown Medicine Hat. The authentic Filipino restaurant serves up the classics. Try the Mango Sago, a Filipino dessert drink made with mango, tapioca and milk (non-dairy option available) or the Halo-Halo, a dessert made up with Ube, sweetened banana, shaved ice, milk, topped with Ube ice cream, corn flakes, and more.
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A cozy eatery serving soups, sandwiches, salads, and shareables inside the historic site Hargrave-Sissons Block. Owners Miranda and Bryton want guests to feel at home and feature local artists, local ingredients, and a comfortable space to spend time in downtown Medicine Hat.
Rosewood Bistro
A 50s inspired BIstro located on one of Medcicine Hat’s most historic streets, across from the CP Railway Station. Rosewood Bistro partners with their neighbour, Douglas Meats, year-round to serve cheesy, beef burgers, loaded steak stir frys, and other exquisite dishes that are hearty with locally-raised ingredients.
R Kitchen
This refined local restaurant is located inside the Medicine Hat Lodge, and specializes in premium-cooked steaks, scallops, crab, salmon, ribeye, sirloin, and lobster tail. R Kitchen serves an exquisite dinner experience with premium plating.
Sammy’s Kitchen + Bar
Chef for 38 years, owner Sammy learned from the best throughout her years in Korea, while cooking for the Korean Embassy, India, and Calgary. Sammy has developed her culinary skill and now serves the Medicine Hat community fine dining cuisine.
The Yard Patio & Eatery
A seasonal family-friendly patio that serves locally crafted beverages, finger foods to full on meals, and is a hub for local art and live music. Have a seat under the sun, and enjoy this outdoor eatery in Medicine Hat’s Historic Downtown.
Travois Ale Works
Indulge in everything beer — slushies, cocktails, canned, bottled, and on tap. Revolutionary American and traditional European ales with a twist are brewed in small batches inside the historic building in downtown Medicine Hat. Try their nachos of the month or another chef-curated dish on their menu. Check their events webpage to join a Name that Tune Bingo, Trivia Night, or Taproom Dinner Series.
The Mexican Hat
Owners Mario and Yasmin serve a menu full of authentic Mexican cuisine. From a salsa bar, to enchiladas, tacos, and burritos, you’ll also find locally-sourced ingredients featured in the dishes, like the Quesotaco with beef from Deerview Meats.
Whiskey District
Familiar dishes served fine dining style on the third floor of the Badlands View Building, complemented by a one-of-a-kind view of the World’s Tallest Tepee, Saamis Tepee. The details are in the dishes, and with an inviting open concept kitchen you can visit with the makers of your meal Chef Aaron, Sous Chef Michael and the team.
FOOD TRUCKS
Find Medicine Hat's food trucks at local events and at the Food Truck Festival in Kin Coulee Park every Sunday in July & August.
Kona Ice of Medicine Hat
Flavoured shaved ice on a hot summer day. Mix n' match or stick to a favourite, and choose from over 20 flavours to drizzle on your cold sweet treat.
Pooty’s Poutine
The classic Canadian meal, Pooty's Poutine has dill pickle poutine, pierogi poutine, and so much more, all loaded with toppings.
