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 American artisanal 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
Executive Sous Chef : Dustin Falcon
Sous Chef : Garrett Christiansen

menu updated december 2011

we use locally sourced products + ingredients
now serving domestic / local micro brews . . .

a p p s

local snapper tacos, chipotle, lime,
avocado, roasted chili chimmichurri / 15

wasabi ginger marinated beef,
soba noodles, carrots, scallions, crispy wontons,
brown rice vinegar soy dressing / 15

grilled chicken quesadilla
with jalapeno jack cheese, roasted corn,
cilantro pesto, charred tomato pepita salsa / 14

smoked salmon tostada, goat cheese, capers, scallions, scotch bonnet tartar sauce / 16

blue corn fried oysters, sweet corn,
organic greens, chili vinaigrette, cilantro cream / 15

maine lobster avocado salad,
warm smoked bacon vinaigrette / 22

mesclun greens salad,
roasted garlic lime vinaigrette, pumpkin seeds,
marinated tomatoes, crispy parmesan / 12

bbq shrimp tostada, corn, chilis, manchego, bermuda onion, cilantro crema / 16

scallop, shrimp, calamari ceviche,
jalapeño, lime, roasted sweet potato, popcorn / 20

sweet, spicy calamari, thai chili-honey dressing, blistered peppers, toasted garlic / 16

tuna tartare crispy yucca,
wasabi cream, thai chili sauce / 18

cornmeal crusted herb goat cheese poblano, new mexican red chili sauce, black bean salsa / 13

chicken tostada, goat cheese,
caramelized onion, arugula,
avocado-white truffle crema / 15

hydroponic tomato salad,
midnight moon cheese, basil, baby arugula,
green chili balsamic vinaigrette / 12

roasted maine lobster bisque, aged spanish sherry, crème fraiche, gruyere grilled cheese / 12

beef short rib kobe beef meatball,
chili cabernet sauce, arugula crostini / 18

"mac & cheese", manchego, panko / 10

sea scallops, green chili tequila plantain hash,
orange blossom honey red chili soy glaze / 18

tuna spring roll, wasabi, greens,
avocado, citrus ponzu / 20

e n t r e e s

beef tenderloin burrito, red chili sauce, mushrooms, onions, chilis, manchego cheese / 26

black florida grouper, serrano chili,
lime marinated tomatoes, haricot vert,
jumbo lump crab, serrano ham / 32

ancho chili rubbed pork tenderloin, smoked chili pan sauce, tequila sweet corn manchego cheese risotto, micro greens / 28

roasted swordfish, swiss chard-white bean ragout, tomato-avocado salsa, green chili chorizo crumbles / 28

pan-seared chicken breast, smoked chili balsamic pan sauce, criminis, yukon gold potato, andouille, rapini hash / 26

seared tuna, jumbo lump crab asparagus sweet corn salad, cilantro sticky rice, wasabi lime vinaigrette / 28

filet mignon, poblano pesto goat cheese,
zinfandel natural sauce, cilantro potato mash / 38

s i d e s

white truffle manchego cheese potato chips / 8
baby zucchini / 8
sauteed spinach / 8
cilantro potatoes / 8
basmati rice / 8

~ no substitutions on entrees
~ all american products

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
open every evening at 5:30pm
closing . . . at our discretion

HAPPY HOUR AT THE BAR
every day 'til 7pm, EXCEPT Saturday
$5 Prickly Pear Margaritas for ladies
1/2 off menu appetizers at the bar only

SPECIALS
MONDAY NIGHTS
$5 Prickly Pear Margaritas for ladies
ALL NIGHT at the bar + in the restaurant

HOLIDAYS
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.

NO
reservations
NO WAY . . . forget about it
under no circumstances do we take reservations or 'reserve' tables for anyone at any time for any reason. this includes any / all holidays . . . thank you!

NO RECIPES

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

get directions
enter your address below for directions
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example : 123 main street, anywhere, fl

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 joined tables IF AVAILABLE. we request that larger groups dine with us early Monday - Thursday ONLY. 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 or that your entire party will be seated together. 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.

cuisine
american artisanal

corkage
you may bring your own wine
your bottle must not be on our list
our corkage fee is $25

children
we do not offer a children's menu
give 'em a dang quesadilla

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 / bermuda shorts, tank tops, baseball caps, sneakers or flip-flops!

handicapped access
our restaurant is accessible to the handicapped

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
NO RESERVATIONS . . .

thank you!

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