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The Rocky Mountains attract countless visitors to Alberta, Canada. Nearby is the city of Calgary, which is also worth stopping by. The region around the famous Banff and Jasper National Parks therefore has plenty to offer not only for nature lovers but also for true gourmets. In response to the question „Where to eat in Calgary“, our article offers you our selection of the top 15 restaurants in Calgary.
Tip #1: Vero Bistro Moderne
The best of European cuisine is served at Vero Bistro Moderne. Passionate bistro owner Jenny specializes in Italian, Spanish and some French cuisine. She regularly travels to these faraway countries to discover new things and serve her guests only the best ingredients.
„Vero“ means „true“ in Italian and that’s how close you feel to the countries of origin of the respective dishes.
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Wednesday – Sunday: 5:00pm – 10:00pm
Monday + Tuesday: Closed - 209 10 St NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1V5
- +1 403-283-8988
- info@verobistro.ca
- verobistro
Continue reading to find out how Le Petit Chef will turn your next evening into an extraordinary experience you’ll be talking about for years to come.
Tip #2: The Lake House
The Lake House could be the place to celebrate your next special occasion. The restaurant is located on Lake Bonavista and its terrace also faces directly onto the water.
Here you can enjoy international cuisine with the focus on great meat and steak dishes as well as delicious seafood. On cold days, the open fireplace inside is another highlight of this special address.
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Tuesday – Thursday: 11:30am – 1:30pm & 5:00pm – 8:30pm
Friday: 11:30am – 1:45pm & 5:00pm – 8:30pm
Saturday & Sunday: 5:00pm – 8:30pm - 747 Lake Bonavista Dr SE, Calgary, AB T2J 2M2
- +1 403-225-3939
- lakehouseinfo@crmr.com
- thelakehouseyyc
Tip #3: Broken Plate
If you’re looking for Greek food in Calgary, then you can’t go past Broken Plate. Their Mediterranean dishes will transport you to the land of the great philosophers and thinkers.
You can enjoy delicious Kopanisti – which are grilled red peppers with feta and cream cheese dip -, traditional Moussaka or grilled octopus. Be sure to save some room for dessert and enjoy a sugary Baklava.
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Tuesday – Saturday: 11:00am – 10:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am – 9:00pm
Monday: Closed - 10816 Macleod Trl SE #590, Calgary, AB T2J 0P8, Canada
- +1 403-225-9650
- willowpark@brokenplate.ca
- brokenplateyyc
Tip #4: LOCAL Public Eatery 8th Ave
There is a lot to discover in Calgary downtown. For us, one of the best restaurants in Calgary downtown is the Local Public Eatery on 8th Avenue.
Here you can enjoy a delicious meal in large or small groups and there should be something for everyone on the menu: Burgers with hand-pressed patties, fried chicken ramen, a tuna poke rice bowl and many other delicacies await visitors here.
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Monday – Friday: 11:00 am – 12:00 am
Saturday + Sunday: 10:00 am – 1:00 am - 310 8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1C5, Canada
- +1 403-264-7808
- imfo@localon8thave.COM
- localpubliceatery
Tip #5: The Derrick Gin Mill & Kitchen
The Derrick restaurant is another great food (& drinks) spot in Calgary Downtown. Especially for gin lovers, we highly recommend taking a closer look at the drinks menu.
The menu features typical bar classics and together with the western-style interior, this makes the bar a really cool restaurant in Calgary.
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Monday: 11:00am – 3:00pm
Tuesday & Wednesday: 11:00am – 10:00pm
Thursday & Friday: 11:00am – 11:00pm
Saturday: 5:00pm – 11:00pm
Sunday: closed - 620 8 Ave SW #102, Calgary, AB T2P 1G6
- +1 403-475-7226
- info@thederrickyyc.com
- thederrickyyc
Continue reading to find out how Le Petit Chef will turn your next evening into an extraordinary experience you’ll be talking about for years to come.
Tip #6: Annabelle’s Kitchen
Antipasti lovers will get their money’s worth at Annabelle’s Kitchen restaurant. The restaurant serves real Italian classics such as pasta, pizza – and antipasti. The dishes themselves are freshly prepared on site.
A special highlight is the drinks menu with great wines, cocktails and local craft beers. Insider tip: The happy hour, Monday – Friday, 3:00pm to 5:00pm!
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Monday – Thursday: 11:30am – 9:00pm
Friday: 11:30am – 10:00pm
Saturday: 5:00pm – 10:00pm
Sunday: closed - 111 8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1B4
- +1 403-263-5330
- info@annabelleskitchen.ca
- annabelleskitchen.dt
Tip #7: First Street Market: Food Hall & Bar
First Street Market has it all! Just like at a market, you can experience and try out several restaurants in one place!
Different kitchen teams come together in a large, spacious hall and serve the best of all possible flavors and diets. A real insider tip, as many locals simply love this spot, as it has so much to offer!
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Monday – Wednesday: 7:00am – 9:00pm
Thursday + Friday: 7:00am – 10:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am – 10:00pm
Sunday: 8:00am – 9:00pm - 1327 1 St SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0W3
- +1 587 943 6664
- info@fsmyyc.com
- firststreetmarketyyc
Tip #8: Saltlik
Located in the center of downtown Calgary, the Saltlik steakhouse will make the hearts of all meat lovers beat faster.
In an elegant yet cozy atmosphere, you can enjoy real premium cuts such as filet mignon or bone-in ribeye as well as delicious pasta like prawn spaghetti. Vegetarian alternatives are offered, but it has to be said that the focus here is on fish and meat dishes.
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Monday – Friday: 11:00am – 11:00pm
Saturday: 12:00pm – 1:00am
Sunday: 12:00pm – 9:30pm - 101 8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1B4
- +1 403-537-1160
- infocalgary@saltlik.com
- saltlikcalgary
Tip #9: Wise & Wright
Are you looking for a restaurant where you can enjoy a healthy breakfast or lunch? Then Wise & Wright is the place for you. Look forward to delicious smoothies, bowls, juices and coffee, which are served from Monday to Friday.
The menu has something for everyone, whether veggie, vegan, gluten-free or with meat, and the team emphasizes the great importance of using high-quality ingredients.
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Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed - 317 7 Ave SW #163, Calgary, AB T2P 2Y9
- +1 403-454-2987
- n/a
- wiseandwright
Tip #10: Minas Brazilian Steakhouse
If you can’t get enough of steakhouses in Calgary, we also recommend a visit to the Minas Brazilian Steakhouse. The secrets of the tasty steaks on site come from the cooking culture of south-east Brazil.
You can choose your dishes à la carte, but the restaurant is best known for its service in typical Brazilian rodizio style. This is a kind of open barbecue cuisine and is therefore similar to a buffet.
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Tuesday – Thursday: 11:30am – 9:00pm
Friday: 11:30am – 9:30pm
Saturday: 10:00am – 12:00am
Sunday: 10:00am – 9:00pm
Monday: Closed - 136 2 Street SW, Calgary, AB T2P 0S7
- +1 403-454-2550
- info@minassteakhouse.com
- minassteakhouse
Tip #11: The Casbah
The Casbah will whisk you away to Morocco! And not just in culinary terms, but also through the traditional Moroccan furnishings, the crockery, the decor, the light and the smells.
The menu includes a traditional soup, beef merguez and couscous, flavored in different ways and with different types of meat and vegetables. As special entertainment, a performance by a belly dancer can be booked in advance as part of the dinner programme.
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Wednesday & Thursday: 5:30pm – 10:00pm
Friday & Saturday: 5:30pm – 11:00pm
Sunday – Tuesday: Closed - 720 11 Ave SW Lower Level, Calgary, AB T2R 0E4
- +1 403-265-9800
- n/a
- thecasbahrestaurant
Tip #12: TEN FOOT HENRY
Eat healthy? Can’t always be that cool. Not at Ten Foot Henry. Here you are served what you want to eat, with the ingredients you should eat! Healthy food you crave! In addition to numerous vegetarian dishes, there is also pasta, fish and meat. So there’s something for everyone!
Brunch is served here at the weekend between 11 am and 2 pm. Whether omelette, toast, or pancakes. The perfect start to the day is guaranteed with the dishes from Ten Food Henry!
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Daily: 11am – 11pm
Brunch: Saturday & Sunday from 11am – 2pm - 1209 1 St SW, Calgary, AB, T2R 0V3
- +1 403-475-5537
- eat@tenfoothenry.com
- tenfoothenry
Tip #13: Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant
A setting like in a movie, food that tastes fantastic. If you want to experience this, you should definitely visit the Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant for one of the best outdoor dining experiences in the country (you can also eat inside).
Tuesdays to Fridays, you can choose the 3-course lunch menu for a fixed price of 37 dollars. Here you can choose between two dishes for the starter and even three for the main course. Two dishes are again offered for dessert. An offer that should not be missed.
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Monday: closed
Tuesday – Friday: 11 am – 2 pm
Tuesday – Sunday: 2 pm – 4 pm & 5 pm – Close
Saturday – Sunday: Brunch from 10 am – 2 pm - 15979 Bow Bottom Trail SE, Calgary AB
- +1 (403) 476-1310
- info@bvrrestaurant.com
- bowvalleyrancherestaurant
Tip #14: Panjab Pizza
Who can resist pizza?! Panjab Pizza welcomes you with an extensive menu that is 100% vegetarian. They have created a wide variety of creations from over 50 different toppings, ranging from global vegetarian classics to genuine signature toppings.
In my opinion, even meat lovers will definitely not miss anything here. Important for you to know: Panjab Pizza is a small takeout restaurant—there’s no seating, just great food to go.
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Sunday – Thursday: 12:00 pm – 12:00 am
Friday + Saturday: 12:00 pm – 1:00 am - 5 Coral Springs Blvd NE Unit#11, Calgary, AB T3J 4J1, Canada
- +1 403-492-5500
- n/a
- panjabpizza.ca
Tip #15: Boogie’s Burgers Renfrew
In the heart of the city, Boogie’s awaits you with incredibly good burgers—and has been doing so since 1969.
Back then it was a drive-in, now it’s a classic 70s-style diner, and even before you step inside, the smell of burgers in the air will satisfy your soul food cravings! In addition to classic burgers with beef patties, you can also find your favorite among other varieties, including vegetarian options.
Since 2017, you can also find them at another location in Calgary.
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Monday – Saturday: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
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908 Edmonton Trl, Calgary, AB T2E 3K1, Canada
Marda Loop (2nd Location): 2129 33 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2T 1Z7, Canada -
+1 403-230-7070
Marda Loop: 403-454-2902 - n/a
- boogiesyyc
Our selection of restaurants is based, among other things, on the editorial team’s individual preferences and on reviews on the internet. Please contact the respective provider directly for information on reservations and prices. The pictures come from the restaurants listed. All Information is provided without guarantee!
