50 Best American Restaurants in Calgary

“Grant was our server and he was a gem! Incredibly funny and charming, helped us with our birthday discount, and was very witty when one of us asked for iced tea no ice, but also for seasoned fries. Will definitely come again and hope to have him as our server!!“

“Staff are always friendly, and service is always efficient. The Crowfoot restaurant is in good shape and is always kept clean. We’ve come here regularly for the last 15 years and will continue to! Thanks to Channa and Abhi for being great servers ?“

“My experience at Denny's was made exceptional thanks to the outstanding service provided by Server Sandeep K. From the moment we were seated, Sandeep K went above and beyond to ensure that our dining experience was nothing short of perfect. She was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu, making excellent recommendations that exceeded our expectations. Sandeep's professionalism and genuine warmth truly made us feel valued as customers. Combined with the delicious food and cozy atmosphere, our evening at Denny's was unforgettable. Sandeep's dedication to providing exceptional service sets a high standard for all servers. Thank you, Sandeep K, for making our dining experience truly exceptional!“

“I recently had the pleasure of dining at Dennys and I must say, the service was truly exceptional. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm smiles and a genuine eagerness to ensure our dining experience was nothing short of perfect.Our server, Genet B was a shining example of professionalism and attentiveness. They took the time to explain the menu in detail, offered insightful recommendations, and ensured that each dish was served promptly and with care.What truly stood out was Genet’s ability to anticipate our needs without being intrusive. She were always nearby when we needed assistance, yet never hovering. Her attention to detail and dedication to providing top-notch service truly elevated our dining experience. Thank you!“

“Our server, Meenu, made sure to bring out our babies food as soon as possible so they weren't fussy. She was very friendly and did an amazing job.Kid-friendliness: Lots of space In the booths and high chairs available. Changing station available in the men's washroom (didn't check womens)“

“Garlic bread was superb, which goes hand in hand with the soup(the consistency was super good which I usually expect in my soup). Tried the salmon which was super good which was paired with bow like pasta and sautéed veggies. Our server was MJ.“

“Ida was the greatest waitress I have ever had to serve me and my family she was so funny and kind and I loved listening to her stories she was great next time I go to Denny’s I want her as my waitress she was so great! May God bless her and her family.“

“I was there in "happy hour". No waiting to get a table. Service was quick and well done. Was able to have a conversation with my quiet partner although there were plenty of people talking near us. The teriyaki rice bowl was perfect for me. I'll be back.“

“This is the best Denny's in our humble opinion. It's clean, bright, and well kept. The food is excellent. We had a turkey dinner and it was perfect. Delicious real roast turkey with all the trimmings. Yummy mashed potatoes. Our waitress was Chrissie. Very attentive and friendly. Clearly very good management at this location. Kudos to you.“

“This Denny’s is excellent. At a busy lunch hour 12:30pm, they were quick and the food was hot. The server Sharon F was friendly and check a few times to make sure I was doing ok. Definitely a must for anyone looking for good food and excellent service.“

“First visit to Calgary, we're walking down the Center street looking for grub. We fall upon the Local Public Eatery. Quick check up on Facebook and it's very well rated. in we went. Decor is like a Ranch meets Sports Bar. Warm and welcoming. Great staff with wonderful service. You can also play Jenga while you wait. • Good Burger but not mind-blowing. utilitarian. • VERY GOOD Onion rings. So much so, we had seconds. • My girlfriend had the Steak + Frite. The fries looked a little anemic but turned out great. crunchy but not dry and very flavourful. the steak was super tasty and was like butter in the mouth. • Accompanying sauces with the steak and the rings were also quite delicious. And we got to see a real life cowboy. In the end my mind wasn't blown, but it was far better than average and I would go again easy.“

“Had a promo for half off fries and the employee recommended the pierogi poutine. Was very good. Had to go, but had a good breadth of flavours, fries were good. 4 small perogies on top and a good amount of bacon bits. Cheese curds were squeaky, only wish there were more. I’d go back and try some other things.“

“Smitty’s is our go too, FIFI our waitress ( which I found out is a new Server) deserve’s a pat on the back, she is a good server, and really nice to talk to! Thank you for the great service, as always will see ya’s again!Dietary restrictions: GreatParking: Great“

“The atmosphere, the attention, the care in the service, all of that makes the food very good, Carlos served us, this young Venezuelan full of dreams, helps us and guided us through the menu, the suggestion of the 2 way duck for me wife was phenomenal and I went with the Alberta beef with lobster, the only thing I suggest is that they double the portion of the lobster, I had never tasted something so delicious, plus it was our 23rd anniversary and the kitchen took the time to sign a letter and the students give us some delicate sweets, I almost forgot, the passion fruit cake took me to heaven, thank you for making this date very specialParking: In front of the restaurant you will find a parking stop you not need to pay for it, just registered the plate at the front desk“

“Sunday early breakfast with the neighbors this time someone ordered steak and eggs when his meal came he only stop eatting to say how wonderful well done the steak was. I took a peice oh my heaven. Shout out to the chef (which was a female). Love this location, all of the staff and the Manger he's so funny. Thanks you peigan Dennys keep up the great customer care your all appreciate.“

“If you like a comfortable atmosphere that is relaxed and homey this is your place. Small out of the way restaurant that delivers amazing food at a great value for the buck. Seriously one of the best steaks I’ve ever had. The steak melt was simply amazing!!“

“Super friendly.Food was excellent.I will definitely visit again .Family run establishment in a great neighborhood right off 16 av heading towards Banff.Definitely come and give it a try. They are so friendly here you'll feel like family.“

“Great burgers, great service. Owner was our server and very friendly. Burgers are highly recommended if you are a burger person, and much like the menu suggests "don't be discouraged by the color of the burgers". Very flavorful and cooked to perfection. Lunch a Tuesday wasn't busy at all so it was great to pop in quickly and go on with our day. PouPoutine was ok, not the best tasting gravy I've had.Parking: Can fill up fast because of other businesses in the area.Wheelchair accessibility: Barrier free entry at the main door.“

“A great atmosphere at this location, food is always on point and the staff are all great. My youngest and I go for breakfast frequently and the way she is treated brings a smile to her face for the rest of the day! when you leave somewhere and your daughter can't stop talk about how good she was treated and how it makes her feel so good inside, that is a win!!“

“Even amidst the hustle and bustle of a busy night, Qaisar took the time to engage in pleasant conversation, creating a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. He treated every guest with the utmost respect and attentiveness. His patience in addressing each customer's needs was truly admirable.“

“It’s a great pub. The food is top notch for the price and the menu is always rotating. Great big bar to sit at and watch the live fights or games. 3 good pool tables and a golden tee with a fun lively environment that opens the wallet up a bit wider. Between the staff and ownership, you can see how and why it’s a sleeper for a pub.I recommend to give it a go and try the specials they have daily.“

“Celebrated my son’s birthday last night and the service and food were great! We had onion rings, tacos, fish and chips, steak, salmon and crème brûlée and chocolate cake. For drinks we had ginger beer and peacock lager. Great all around! And great ambience“

“I love the city of Calgary, and my favorite pub to visit while I am there is Mugs Pub!The quality of service is simply exceptional, second to none!Not only is mugs pub affordable, friendly, and local, the food is absolutely scrumptious!Mugs pub is hands down, my favorite pub in Calgary, arguably in Canada!Can't wait to see the wonderful staff and regulars during my next Calgary visit!“

“A fantastic little watering hole people are friendly and the service is great would highly recommend to anybody's looking for a good watering hole not to mention it's 30 years old and has been run by the same family the whole time“

“A must visit restaurant. The food is wonderful & well priced. A great selection of wine & cocktails. I’ve been here a few times now & have never been disappointed. Cozy environment, clean facilities, ample parking & it’s one of Calgary’s historic must-visit restaurants. Excellent customer service, Nikki is the best, wonderful management team.“

“We went here on wing night on a Thursday and the food and service were both great. At no point did we have to wonder where our server was. They cleared any dishes right away and always asked us if we wanted another drink before they were empty. The space is set up decently with a nice layout, lots of TVs around and they have plenty of VLTs. My only criticism is that their windows are very small so there isn't much natural light. Overall, I will be going back.“

“I was tasked with finding a place to have dinner somewhere between the airport and downtown. Our family, like most I suppose, have varied palates. Pub food always seems to be a safe middle ground. Had never been here before, but reviews were good. It is, in fact, a pub. Traditional pub décor, in a traditional pub setting (this is Calgary, so a strip mall). We were presented with menus, and informed of the FULL KETO MENU! WHAT? I've been on very low carb keto for months. And to my family, I am the most annoying person in the world. My choices at restaurants are very limited, and I whine loudly about that. A full keto menu? Apparently the only one like it in these parts. Everything you'd expect in pub food, but KETO. Now, this place also has a regular menu, for those of you who want to poison yourselves with empty carbs and sugars. Bless you. Laureen our server (who I suspect is also the owner given the pride she showed in her service and products) was a gem. She spent a inordinate amount of time with us explaining the menu and business model. The food was solid pub food, good quality. No complaints. Very good. BUT DID I MENTION IT WAS KETO WITH A CARB COUNT NEXT TO EACH ITEM?! Amazing. Even keto adult beverages! Laureen, I hope you liked us. You'll be seeing a lot of us. For those who want a solid pub experience with excellent service, go here. For those who have embraced the lo-carb lifestyle however, this place is such a relief. Carb counts on good quality, heavily researched food at a reasonable price. Choices. Wow. See you soon Laureen.“

“The employees at this location are absolutely wonderful. Always have a big smile when I walk in and are always happy to accommodate my request for extra aioli on my tacos. Food is delicious and the lunch deals are great. If you sign up for their emails they send additional specials and extras that are worth it. Highly recommend!!“

“I always think of Harry's when there (previous name). All good minus one bartender that usually works Friday nights. He is always adjusting himself, picking his nose, scratching his head, and never seeing him wash his hands. That is the only big disappointment. Food and service are great.“

“Riddhi suggested the gochujang chicken and the baja fish street tacos and I made it into a combo with a mini poutine and coke. She is a true artist! The tacos were absolutely delicious with loads of fresh toppings carefully placed and aesthetically pleasing to the eye, while the poutine was piping hot with lots of gravy and cheese curds. I would definitely come back!“

“Once upon a time, 4 drunk men stumbled into a pub after a round of golf ( we ubered by the way), which we later were informed that it is not a pub, but a restaurant. Boy we’re we wrong, the service was amazing, the food sobered us right up and our golf clubs did not get stolen from the entry. All and all I would come back for round two in a heart beat.“

“Great atmosphere with incredible attentive staff all around. Always a good time with the best Buck Hunter in the city. Recently celebrated their tenth anniversary by throwing a wild party and giving away prizes every half an hour.This place sure makes the neighborhood better.“

“This is a great lounge and we really liked it. It didn't feel cramped or crowded and had enough space. The place was definitely clean and spotless. the food and drink is served to you rather than a buffet style. The quality of food and drinks were decent. It's solid choice if you like to have a bit and a drink before your flight.“

“As out of townors From the states we had a really great experience here exclamation point Food was Are helping you buy better really great And The staff was so friendly!Highly recommend you check these folks out if you're either a local or just visiting from out of townParking: There is a lot down the street that was pretty inexpensive to park that you could go to all of the local places around“

“I don’t even know where to start.. all of the staff and the manager Sherry (I believe that was her name) are INCREDIBLE!! Friendly, welcoming and great service every time! Thank you for the amazing service and going above and beyond to brighten my day after a hard week.“

“Food not a five cuz the pizza is really not good but the wings, calamari, and the Mozza burger have all been amazing! And try My servers' Gin Ceasars ..yum!My server Janna/Jenna is always Amazing!The Atmosphere can be touch and go, the VLTs are only 5 in number AND some customers hog and or play more than one at a time leaving others not able to enjoy. Karoke night was OK but the crowd needs to get into it more imho!Game nights cool, superbowl was good, and local talent nights are alright. Definitely a place for good wings/food and good service!“

“I rated the service a 3 because it is slow. They had 2 tables and it took us 2 hours to eat. They are the servers and bartenders so they also wait on room service. So for me I found it was a really slow operation. The portion sizes are good my only complaint would be for the food is there is no gravy for the fries. Other than that 4/5 for sure.“

“A highlight here is they bake their own pies, so it's not generic grocery store pie but real pie! The Blueberry pie was delicious and distinct tasting. Good diverse menu options. Dinner comes with a fresh baked bread roll with butter. Entrees tasted good, not gourmet or anything, but like a standard average to good meal. I tried the reuben sandwich, it was on the saltier side but still alright. The salmon and veggies was done well.“

“We live near this pub and have been going there on and off for many years, through a renovation and a name change from and back to Bull and Finch. We went last Saturday to see a musician that one of bartenders had described as very good on a visit the previous weekThe Pub itself was in good shape but there was dust and crud on the lamps overhanging the table. Service was extremely good - fast, efficient and friendly. The menu was the usual boring pub food, but we tried the deep fried mac and cheese appetizer and it was surprisingly good.The draft beer selection had a mix of BigBrew Inc. beers and some beers from local breweries Big Rock and Wild Rose. OK but not great.The music was too loud, the singer - guitarist was off key, unable to keep the rhythm and he and his guitar were so over-amped it was all just mud. The pub had cleared some tables to make a dance floor but in the hour we were there we saw nobody dance, probably because of the music which was also mostly tunes badly chosen for dancing.We'll be back, especially in summer, they have a great patio, and we can and do walk there and back.Unfortunately, it's another Calgary pub where management does a decent job on service, food and booze but thinks you want your ears blasted off with very loud bad music.“

“Went to 80 ATE Indo Chinese restaurant to pick up some packages as instructed by the shipper. The establishment was closed. I then went to the pub and grill next door and they assisted me in reaching the proprietor of 80 ATE.... When the proprietor took a long time I decided to stay for a beer. The staff was friendly and accommodating, I will be returning.“

“I recently had the pleasure of dining here, and I must say, VANESSA absolutely killed it, making my entire evening unforgettable! She's a true Rockstar—her service was impeccable, and her attention to detail didn't go unnoticed. The food, as always, was amazing: always fresh, always tasty, and clearly prepared with care. Beyond the exceptional service and delicious cuisine, the view of the mall added a delightful backdrop to our dining experience.I absolutely loved the firewood eggnog and the mules, both of which were unique and flavorful in their own right. The appetizer also deserves a special shout-out for its mouthwatering taste and presentation. From start to finish, my visit was nothing short of perfect. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a top-tier dining experience. Hats off to VANESSA and the team!“

“I have not been here since it was the irish pub, so it was a nice surprise. Very bright inside and new tables and chairs.I had the new club sandwich and house salad. It was a massive chicken breast and 4 big slices of bacon! 9/10Dessert - mini doughnuts with nutella were bomb!Server was great! There were 5 other tablesAtmosphere - Music was not blaring loud, so I could hear my friends easily.Looking forward to their patio in the summer and will be back! ?“

“I like diner deluxe they have home made recipes from scratch like the macaroni casserole dish so good with bacon. And the lasagna dish they were really good dishes and sweet too. I enjoyed my time there. Would go back again if I had money.“

“They have really great dishes and drinks here. Any time I’ve eaten here it’s always been good, the servers are kind and even when it was busy we got our food in 20ish minutes (for 2 of us), which I was very impressed by. I thought we’d be waiting awhile. Definitely recommend!“

“It's located in Marda Loop and it's my favourite sports bar. I usually go for their happy hour because it's quiet, not busy and their happy hour menu is great. But, it gets really busy during lunch and dinner time. Their menu is the classic sports bar menu and it's good enough. Their dry ribs are very good and flavourful. Cocktails can be a hit-and-miss depending on who's making them that day. Beer options are the standard ones. Prices are reasonable. The staff is polite and friendly. In the summer, they set up their patio and it's a great spot for an afternoon drink.“

“Craving something, they probably have it! Haha, plus you can tell they use quality ingredients. Awesome chain, I'll keep in mind going forward. Thank you so much! Highly recommend gochujang bowl if you like mild-medium heat with lots of veggies and protein.Parking: It can be difficult to find parking within 15 M during rush time, but there's lots of parking around.“

“Schooners is a near permanent Calgary fixture for pub fare and neighborhood beer swilling. Take a cab, you'll be in no condition to drive home, especially if it's Karaoke night. (3/5 stars on food because my eggs were over easy, not medium ?).“

“Incredible slice of pizza, gaffa was top class as well. While I was eating a slice with the Mrs the fella was getting some abuse, didn't rise to it. And handled the situation so professionally, asked if he was all good after, said he was fine. Top class bloke, top class slice couldn't recommend “

“What a great place. Food was terrific. I had the steak sandwich $20. It was a huge piece of tender beef cooked just right. Our server Marie was the best server i have had in a very long. She was knowledgeable, professional and engaging.Henry's Pub is a nice quiet pub. Can't wait to go back.“

“I frequent this location and I've never had a bad experience. The service is very nice and quick, and they check on your table often. The location is clean and well maintained, can sometimes be a little loud, as sports type bars and restaurants can be. I love coming here for the "patio season" as they have a lovely little outdoor area that looks down on some of the water features present in the Aspen area.The food is always yummy and comes quickly, I usually get very similar things as I know they'll be good. They also have a nice selection of cocktails and craft beers on tap here, if alcohol is your thing. Would recommend for a lunch or dinner with some friends, or even by yourself.“