Canyon Southwest Cafe, Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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954 765 1950
1818 e. sunrise blvd. fort lauderdale, fl

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Canyon Southwestern Cafe

An oasis of inspired Southwestern fusion, Canyon consistently serves an innovative and surprising array of modern Southwestern cuisine with Asian, South and Central American undertones. Chipotle, wasabi, ginger, cilantro, lemongrass, basil, jalapeño, mango and red chilies accent the freshest seafood and wild game available. Seductive lighting and a constantly evolving mix of music enhances your dining experience and keeps the intimate space filled with a captivating and energized clientele every night. Immerse yourself in the ambiance as you savor one of Canyon's notorious Prickly Pear Margaritas.

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Executive Chef : Chris Wilber
Chef de Cuisine : Alvaro Santos
Sous Chef : Dustin Falcon

* new + updated items / may 2009

f i r s t

* hawaiian snapper ceviche with key lime, chipotle, bermuda onion, sweet corn, cilantro + crispy yucca chips / 18

indonesian spiced bison medallions with scotch bonnet blueberry crema, añejo tequila toasted corn salsa / 18

maine lobster grilled flatbread with roasted chilies, shallots, baby greens + habanero corn aioli / 20

wasabi ginger marinated beef with soba noodles, carrots, scallions, cilantro, crispy wontons + a fermented brown rice vinegar soy dressing / 15

* grilled jumbo sea scallops with hornitos sweet plantain hash + smoked chili honey glaze / 18

grilled chicken quesadilla with jalapeño jack cheese, roasted corn, cilantro pesto + tomatillo pineapple salsa / 13
organic chicken

tequila + jalapeño smoked salmon tostada with goat cheese, capers, grilled scallions, pepper confetti + scotch bonnet tartar sauce / 14

ancho chili crusted shrimp tapas with blistered chilies, manchego cheese, tomatoes + tomatillo drizzle / 15

* crispy tuna tempura with pickled ginger purple cabbage slaw + wasabi hass guacomole / 17

blue corn fried oysters with toasted sweet corn, mixed organic greens, cascabel chili vinaigrette + cilantro cream / 15

* maine lobster and avocado salad with warm applewood smoked bacon + cilantro chive vinaigrette, red onion + crispy white sweet potato / 20

sweet + spicy crispy calamari with thai chili honey dressing, opal basil, blistered peppers + toasted garlic / 16

* mixed local baby green salad with marinated tomatoes, reggiano, toasted pepitas, roasted garlic lime vinaigrette + crispy blue corn / 12

tuna tartar with crispy tortillas, wasabi cream + thai chili sauce / 18

cornmeal crusted herb + goat cheese poblano with a new mexican red chili sauce + black bean salsa / 11
vegetarian

comal grilled red chili chicken tostada with goat cheese crumbles, caramelized bermuda onion, baby arugula + avocado serrano chili white truffle crema / 15

f o o d

* comal grilled black florida grouper with roasted cippolini, swiss chard potato mash + chipotle cherry tomato chutney / 32

* panko crusted chicken milanese with poached garlic marinated tomatoes, smoked mozzarella, baby greens + red chili evoo / 28

jalapeño panko crusted jumbo shrimp with coconut curry black bean sauce + toasted cumin scented rice / 28

coriander crusted tuna with roasted jalapeño tomatillo sauce, a cilantro sticky rice cake + poblano golden tomato salsa / 28

filet mignon with poblano pesto goat cheese, zinfandel natural sauce + cilantro micro chive potato mash / 36

* 3 chili bbq glazed tasmanian salmon filet with israeli cous cous, vine ripe tomatoes, torn basil, feta cheese crumbles + micro yellow pea shoots / 28

beef tenderloin tip burrito with red chili sauce, poblano, red peppers, mushrooms, bermuda onions + mozzarella / 26

* pan roasted swordfish with braised swiss chard + white bean ragout, heirloom tomato avocado salad + crispy green chili chorizo crumbles / 28

x t r a s

yucca stix / 6
mashed potatoes / 5
frites / 5
sautéed vegetables / 6

no substitutions on entrees

f i n i selections change daily

chocolate bread pudding
toasted pecan pie
crème brûlée
chocolate mousse pie
vanilla bean cheesecake
assorted ice cream + sorbet

hours
dinner : mon. - thurs. 5:30pm - 10:30pm
dinner : fri. + sat. 5:30pm - 11pm
dinner : sun. 5:30pm - 10pm
happy hour : sun. - fri. 5:30pm - 7pm

we are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day + the 4th of July (unless it's on a fri. or sat.)
we are OPEN on New Years Eve

reservations
no way . . . forget about it

telephone
954.765.1950

address
1818 e. sunrise blvd., ft. lauderdale, fl

cross streets
sunrise boulevard. + NE 18th avenue

directions
take I-95 to EAST sunrise blvd. [ exit 29 ]
go east approx. 3 miles
turn right at NE 18th avenue
our parking will be to your left

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parking
self parking is available at the rear of our building. valet is not available.

online maps
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large parties
we can accommodate parties of 10 - 12 at a single table. we request that larger groups dine with us early. please have your entire party arrive by 7pm. while we will make every effort to seat you promptly we cannot guarantee a specific seating time. remember, this is not a reservation.

larger groups
we do not have a separate / private room available for large groups nor do we provide special menus or discount drink packages.

catering
we offer catering on a limited basis, please email us with your special request. include the date of your event, number of people + any relevant information regarding your event.

holiday parties
let us know if you would like to have a private holiday party at Canyon! we will open during lunch hours to accommodate your group for an extra special holiday gathering. please email us directly with the date, time + number of people so that we may plan accordingly.

take out
please call ahead and we will gladly prepare our menu items to go.

email
info@canyonfl.com

cuisine
modern southwestern with asian, south + central american influences.

corkage
you may bring your own wine
your bottle must not be on our list
our corkage fee is $18

music / dancing
we play a provocative mix of essential sounds
we DO NOT offer live music or a dance floor

outside food
please DO NOT bring any food to our restaurant as we will not allow it to be served. this includes birthday cakes.

credit cards accepted
amex, mastercard, visa, discover

restaurant capacity
65, indoor, non-smoking
our full menu is available at the bar

dress code
stylish casual; no shorts, tank tops, baseball caps, sneakers or flip-flops!

handicapped access
our restaurant is accessible to the handicapped

happy hour
$1.50 off our famous prickly pear margaritas.
2 for 1 beers + single liquor well cocktails.
one complimentary appetizer per person.
the appetizer is a special daily offering available at the bar only.
standard prices for all other beverages.

gift cards
gift cards may be purchased at Canyon every day from 5:30pm until approx. 10pm.
you may also send a money order in the amount you would like along with a self addressed stamped envelope to Canyon.
checks are NOT accepted via mail and credit cards are NOT accepted via telephone.
gift cards are available in $25 increments.
volume discounts are NOT available.

Canyon / Gift Card
1818 E. Sunrise Blvd.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304

charities
we are inclined to assist animal + pet related charitable organizations.

media
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all other inquiries
email us directly at info@canyonfl.com

thank you!

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