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Mountain Square, 604/932-5999, from 11am daily; $21-34) and share a platter of finger
food or order your own cut of prime Alberta beef, complete with trimmings.
Citta Bistro (4217 Village Stroll, 604/932-4177, daily from 11am, $13-18) has been
around since Whistler first became a hip destination—and it's as popular today as it ever
was. If it's a warm evening, try for a table on the patio and order a gourmet single-serve
pizza ($14) to go with a locally brewed beer.

Italian
Restaurant entrepreneur Umberto Menghi operates numerous eateries in Vancouver and two
restaurants in Whistler Village. Both are reasonably priced, with menus influenced by the
cuisine of Tuscany. Check out Il Caminetto (4242 Village Stroll, 604/932-4442, from 5pm
daily, $25-34) and Trattoria di Umberto (4417 Sundial Pl., 604/932-5858, from 5pm daily,
$22-30). The former, named for a fireplace that has been replaced by more tables, has a
warm, welcoming atmosphere and an extensive menu of pastas. Fresh flowers and original
art add to the appeal. The latter is slightly less expensive and attracts a more casual crowd.

Steak and Seafood
For steaks, seafood, a salad bar, fresh hot bread, and plenty of food at a reasonable price,
the Whistler Keg (Whistler Village Inn & Suites, 4429 Sundial Pl., 604/932-5151, from
5:30pm daily, $19-27) is a sure thing. The atmosphere is casual, yet the service at this Ca-
nadian chain is slick and refreshingly attentive.
At M Hy's (Delta Whistler Village Suites, 4308 Main St., 604/905-5555, 5pm-10pm
daily, $35-53), you don't need to ask if the steak is good—everything on offer is top-notch
AAA Alberta beef, including a signature, not-for-the-faint-hearted 22-ounce porterhouse.
The scene is upmarket, with elegant tables set within rich-colored wood walls.
M Araxi (4222 Village Square, Whistler Village, 604/932-4540, 11am-5pm daily,
$27.50-40) consistently wins awards for its creative menu, which takes advantage of pro-
duce from along the Pacific Coast, yet also manages to offer traditional sushi and European
dishes. It also boasts a seafood bar and an extensive wine list.

INFORMATION AND SERVICES
Information
Whistler Visitor Centre (4230 Gateway Dr., 604/935-3357, 8am-10pm daily) is centrally
located. Good sources of pre-trip planning information are Tourism Whistler