Canadian Restaurants in Calgary, AB

“Best food yet again and our server Cheyenne went above and beyond for us as always thank you for being so awesome for me and my wife will continue to recommend your Barlow location to everyone we meet“

“Received excellent service by our server today. I was meeting there for a business lunch today and had excellent service, excellent food, and an all around excellent time. Thanks Joey's Eau Claire“

“My daughter and I dined at 530pm yesterday, May 24th 2025. We chose to sit in the dining room. We were lead to a table by the fireplace under a great chandelier. The ambiance of Joey Crowfoot is lively and warm. Comfortable seating, perfectly sized tables, and excellent lighting. Our server, whose name I can't recall - tall dark and handsome and a theater major - was attentive and friendly. The food we had was absolutely incredible. We chose goyza dumplings to start which were so flavourful and perfectly cooked. My daughter ordered the hamburger and fries and even with her braces bothering her, she demolished. My blackened chicken with warm potato salad was hands down the BEST meal I've had in a restaurant in a long, long time. I will be dreaming of that salad until I can get back there again !!“

“I came to the city to see a client and did not realize how popular this restaurant is. I needed a reservation same day and Shawn was amazing. He worked the schedule out to accommodate us!! Great experience Really appreciate the care and effort!!“

“My husband and I had dinner last Tues. We have been here numerous times and it is always consistent. This location always leaves the best impressions! From hospitable hosts, delicious dishes, with beautiful presentation, and a wide variety wine list. Our server Chloe was the best. Her personality and always smiling made the experience even more pleasant.. Every restaurant needs service and meals like Joeys“

“My wife and I had our wedding reception at The Lake House and it truly was beautiful! The scenery and the elegance of the restaurant itself are incomparable for a wedding venue. From there we go to the food. The food was absolutely delicious and all of of our guests praised the restaurant for the amazing options they were presented along with how absolutely tasty every single bite was. From the appetizers, to the main course, to the dessert and the late night snack, every single bite was spectacular. As we continue on the accommodating and excellence of service go beyond compare. Every step of the way the team at The Lake House catered to what our wants were and offered great advice and options to make sure we landed on the right decision. When spending so much money on everything to do with a wedding it can add up and you want to make sure the value is there and that you’re not over spending on one thing vs. another. They made sure that as costs added up for us elsewhere we really saw the value while still getting an elite, exceptional, beyond compare venue that just took care of nearly everything. My wife and I live busy lives and had a baby shortly after our wedding and have repeatedly told each other since the wedding we truly owe it to the restaurant to make sure we sit down, take time and praise how truly happy we were with our experience in a review so that everyone knows and we can hopefully give them some extra business and help others have as spectacular an experience as us. Since our time there many of our guests have shared how much they loved the experience there and said that they could not think of a better place to have a wedding venue. We do live out of town so we do t get to go back as often as we’d like but our anniversary is just around the corner and we’re very excited to go back to The Lake House to enjoy this day as well. Thank you everyone at The Lake House for sharing our moment with us and making it unforgettable! We truly appreciate you!“

“Just had dinner here with 3 friends. We all loved our meals which is an awesome experience! I had the west coast salmon which was spectacular, a friend raved about the burger and we even had desserts which were to die for.“

“Absolutely incredible food and service, 12/10!“

“What an awesome experience!!! Dannie was our server. She was awesome!!! The food was great! We definitely will be back. Dannie answer our questions and if she did not know, she said she would check and let us know. We really enjoyed this experience!!! Thank you Dannie and the whole crew. We will be back to get our T shirts!“

“We have been to this Cactus Club lots of enjoyable times. We therefore decided to go there for our 54th wedding anniversary last Wednesday. Food was prompt and excellent and the manager arranged for a welcome drink of prosecco. Nice touch. The service by Jackie R was a 10-out-of-10 and we will certainly pay a visit to this restaurant again in the near future. Five stars!!“

“Great food and service! Love to be able to sit outside and dine.“

“From my first unforgettable encounter with The Black Apron to countless lunch meetings and a recent evening event for a group of discerning professionals, I am left utterly speechless by the unmatched excellence of Juan and Steve. Their culinary artistry, combined with a deep-seated passion for hospitality, has elevated every experience to a level beyond mere satisfaction. Their promise to "bring your palate happiness... satisfaction... bliss" is not just a vision—it's a guarantee. The evening they catered at my home was nothing short of extraordinary, where every detail was meticulously crafted to achieve absolute perfection. Juan and Steve, along with Luca, delivered an experience that exceeded all expectations, leaving an indelible mark on both myself and my guests. Their dedication, talent, and kindness have set a new standard in catering. Thank you for turning my wishes into a reality and for creating memories that will be cherished forever.“

“Our server was amazing!! There was a table close by to us that was giving her a hard time and she didn’t let it phase her one bit! Very charming and kind! Other staff walking by were always checking in on us and clearing plates or refilling drinks. Love this location of cactus club!“

“It was not only Mothers Day but also my sons 18h Birthday. Our waitress was epic! Food and Drinks were great! Never disappoints 😉“

“Abby H. was my server tonight and I will definitely be back, and she is a huge reason why! Amazing service, very personable and professional, great recommendations and honestly made a regular experience so much more special. Thank you Abby!“

“Kaelyn was an excellent hostess.
Friendly, professional, pleasant personality.
When asked about a particular dish, she knew the finer details of the dish and answered my questions easily.
She was so attentive when my sofa drink was empty to automatically bring me another without asking.
She was great!“

“I came here on Friday for The sheepdogs and decided to stop by as I’ve never been here before. It was such an amazing experience especially with our server Barbara, she was so amazing, funny and even though she was super busy she still made the time for me and my friends. The food was good just different but would come back because of Barbara“

“Spent Sunday afternoon here, and it was such a good call, Madeline’s recommendation of the French onion soup did not disappoint! The Caesars were spot on too. Service was smooth, and the choices of happy hour food deals are a nice bonus.“

“Amazing date night Notable Restaurant My husband and I went on a flavor vacation tonight at Notable, and the first stop was the Embered Oysters. O. M. G. These little beauties left us speechless. They were baked in rich chili garlic butter, with delicate ribbons of spinach. We then both ordered the tenderloin. My husband went for a side of the baked potato, but this wasn’t your average russet with a dollop of sour cream…this was a big, glorious red-skinned potato loaded with house-made sour cream and a bacon vinaigrette that should be its own food group. Every bite was salty, creamy, buttery perfection. He added a horseradish sauce, which was less like the nose-tingling stuff you think of and more like a gravy-meets-horseradish situation. Paired well with anything it touches. I went for the potato gratin, which was life-changing. It was like biting into a cheesy, salty, melt-in-your-mouth potato cloud with the most perfect crusted cheese top. We also ordered the half lobster (flavourfully baked and fell out of the shell) and the beets…which I loved the first couple bites however, I like the earthy taste highlighted and they were glazed in a blueberry maple glaze that was a bit too sweet for me…perfect for my husband. He happily finished them off while I went back to my cheesy cloud. By the end of the night, we were already planning our next visit because our taste buds are basically addicted now. And shoutout to Ashley, our server, who was attentive, hilarious, and the cherry on top of a perfect dinner.“

“In line with the restaurant, I’ve structured to 8 points of my dining experience. 1. RESERVATIONS & GETTING THERE If you’re very lucky you can get a reservation. Watch out for their announcement/s at Instagram and book at TOCK. I got mine in November 2021 for February 2022 dinner. Chef Darren shared that in the latest offering, 36,000 people went in and it sold out in 30 seconds. You will receive an email for dining reservations and included are instructions how to get to Eight. Located at ALT hotel at East Village in Calgary, Alberta. Complimentary underground parking. Be early, reception will send you at NUPO bar before you’ll be invited over to the secret door leading to your seat. 2. FOOD There are no words to describe the gastronomical experience this 15-course dinner (with snacks) offered. All the superlatives can be used. Fall in love with the plethora of Canadian ingredients married into the greatness Chef Darren’s mind. Well intentioned sourcing of fresh local, farm owned ingredients in your plate. Each made great with time whether it’s the reclaimed dairy cow’s beef, cured bacon goodness — it’s clear! (yum) and rich chicken broth. From east to west ingredients, indulge in what each coast brings through texture, colour and scents. It’s a win after win, one plate, one bowl at a time. 3. PAIRINGS Truly recommended to take it! As serendipity has it, it was Season 8 and Eight’s 2nd anniversary. The last pairing of Espresso, Licor 43 was replaced by a Ruinart Blanc de Blanc to celebrate with Chef Darren and his staff. Lucky! 4. AMBIENCE Low light, one bulb overhead per person highlights the food in front of you. Across is a marbled island where the action happens. It’s a cozy distance to chat with other guests to your side and still well-spaced to enjoy your spot (and your date!) Leather bar seats, metal backing art at the corner adds to the mystery feel of the eluded box. 5. STORY TELLING This is a vital part of the dining experience. Chef Darren walks through the history of ingredients and how he came up with the course. Very interesting, heartwarming and funny stories to hear. 6. SYMPHONY The smooth flow of chef, assistants and server movements : cooking, plating, serving timing, wine glass replacement and bread offering is a flawless operations at an optimum (small) space. It is a feat. 7. CERAMICS The handmade, locally made plate counts. The 24 Karat lined cup and the stacked bowl of snacks counts. It’s beautiful. Hello Quinspired Ceramics ✨ 8. INVESTMENT Worth every Canadian dollar. $245pp dinner + $145pp pairing (optional) + 20% gratuity + taxes Ending note: There is a no photo policy and it suits your dinner experience as you’re fully immersed into the story telling and presentation. You are given a small folder, tucked in is the menu + pairing details. Inside the folder is poignant essay of Chef Darren’s thoughts how the Canadian Reflection Menu came about. Take it as poetry! A map of Canada is inserted and handwritten in each province were ingredients used that night. Overall, this was a great experience. Calgary is lucky to have Eight. Well done! Bravo Chef Darren! Now, best of luck to booking a seat!“

“Food quality was amazing, staffs were friendly and knowledgeable. Price are reasonable and delicious. Must go again.“

“Great staff. Great venue and great food. Loved it there!“

“good ambience. well behaved staff“

“Amazing lunch and service. Just wow“

“Love the whole experience of fine dining, great customer service (Sal!!)and a mix of traditional and contemporary ambiance. Where memories are made with friends and family.“

“Though I have not been to Alloy for some time the food, service and quality were still superb. The welcome hummus and pita was a lovely touch and certainly delicious We ordered a soup or salad and a starter and along with the hummus was definitely enough food for us two ladies. I picked Alloy also because of the noise level is such that you can carry on a private conversation. It was a bit louder than usual but still a good conversation environment.“

“We stopped by the Wednesday Room for a light meal recently and loved the experience completely. We were met by the host who immediately escorted us to the table we requested. As he seated us, the host outlined the menu organization so we could navigate it easier. After we were seated, Gabby our waitress arrived to go over the menu and drinks options with us. It made ordering easy and efficient. Our food and drinks order arrived on a very timely basis. The food was wonderfully presented. Both of our dishes were very tasty with subtle, unique flavors made in-house (oysters and beef carpaccio were our choices). When it was time to check out, Gabby made the process very efficient and with friendly banter leaving us smiling for the rest of the evening. All the staff we were involved with seemed to be happy and very personable - a drastic change from the plastic, mechanical service we usually experience. Thank you to everyone for a great experience at "The Wednesday Room"!“

“Went there for dinner with my family. The food was excellent, like home cooked. Absolutely delicious! The service was phenomenal. When you wanted something the server was there. Didn't have to wait for them to notice. They were on top of everything. I will be back!“

“I was in there Friday June 12 2026. I had the nicest, warmest, most engaging server I have ever had!!!! Her name was Annika Z. She took the time and lots of it, to chat me up. We had some things in common, there was a problem with my gift certificate card. It had a balance but their machine said no balance. They got it straightened out, I just paid with Visa before that Well Annika waived my bill and said it would come off of my Visa in a couple of days. She did not need to do that, I gave her an even bigger tip for her kindness, as I did not see the need to have the meal cost deleted, as machines will be machines. Again the best, sweetest and kindest server I have ever had. The ladies at this Earls are simply stunning...all of them, but Annika had that something special. I am not sure if I have the correct one, but she is 23 and just finishing college. I do not want this tribute to go ot the wrong person should there be another with the same name. She was the best!!!!!!“

“My sister had a great experience at Earl’s Kitchen, and Ishan really stood out. Everything was delicious and thoughtfully prepared, and you can tell he genuinely cares about the quality. His work definitely made the visit more enjoyable. She Would happily come back again.“

“Went to the Red Deer location yesterday. Food was amazing! The place was packed. There was a hiccup with our order, but it was rectified. Would definitely go back, maybe just at a less busy time.“

“Amazing service with a diverse menu— something for everyone. THE BEST place to catch a hockey game, especially an oilers (and flames) game. Great place to sit on the patio and people watch. A classic Calgary landmark for casual eats and pints. 🍺“

“Came to check out their YYC hot chocolate special. It was quite delicious and my friends and I split 2 pizzas between the 3 of us. The Deluxe pizza could have used some more cheese but otherwise it was all amazing. Waitress was very nice. Always love the service here.“

“It was a perfect breakfast for the three of us before we dropped out daughter off at the airport. I had my traditional two eggs over easy with toast sausage and bacon. The two others had some wonderful eggs-benny. My eggs were perfect, the toast was perfect, the bacon was crispy, and the sausages were spicy and succulent, making for a delicious meal. Arlene was wonderful throughout the whole meal so thanks to her especially!“

“Bike friendly. Very friendly place and great food.“

“A premium lounge for a VIP experience. This place was by far the best place to view the grand stand show and the Chuck wagon races. The food was amazing the cocktails were creative and very well crafted. Both the chef and bartender were on point. I have seen the grandstand a couple times and it was great. 2019 'trailblazer ' show was absolutely incredible.“

“This hotel has maintained a high quality service staff and a well maintained product for the last six years of my usage! Even through Covid, they survived and cane out of it, from a customer’s perspective, like nothing ever happened! I highly recommend this hotel!“

“Morgan is both a talented photographer, and an incredibly kind and fun-loving individual and I consider myself so lucky to have her in my circle of photog-friends. We worked on a styled shoot together earlier this year and it was an absolute BLAST. From working with our models for the session, to collecting items from vendors, working with booked clients following the styled shoot, AND the group of us photographers trading images of both Behind-the-scenes action, as well as styled and posed shots, she never fell short. Her style is beautiful and unique, her direction when shooting is on point, and her passion runs deep. Be it a paid private client or a fellow photographer looking for someone incredible to work with, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Morgan. You will not be disappointed!“

“Very nice hotel. The front desk staff were amazing, friendly and so helpful. Very comfortable rooms and beds were great. Transportation to and from airport. Very clean. Would highly recommend.“

“Bike friendly. Very friendly place and great food.“

“Clean warm and friendly. Haven't had bad service or food there yet and been there a few times. In fact the service has gone above expectations every time. Their brunches are really good and lots of no pork options. Not sure how 722 gets any business being close to this place.“

“Great service, fun night, awesome food! Love hanging out here!“

“Loved the penne noodles in pesto sauce with chicken and the noodle bowl with shrimp. The steak sandwich was served as 2 taco style sandwiches. One taco was a full chunk of meat-which was hard to bite into while the other taco was in steak pieces which was easier to eat. Probably would not order this again! Nice touch to give theatre goers a dessert for free but it was quite noisy with the amount of people for the pre theatre crowd“

“This is on of Calgary hidden restaurant gems right in the middle of the city centre and in a middle of a Bow River park.

Beautiful place with an amazing service and wine selection!

Food was great, service was attentive, amazing ambiance regardless of time of the year!

Obviously a must visit place if you’re visiting and especially if you are Calgarian.“

“We had a company lunch and it was superb. Great value for money with the large selections of salads, appetizers,mains and desserts. Was pleasantly surprised with the chill Sunday crowd. The server was very friendly and gave me an ale in a take-out cup when she noticed that I was going to leave soon when I asked for a drink. Prime rib was high quality and“

“Great little place inside the Marriott Delta Hotel. Great dinner, great service 👍“

“Ringo our server was exceptional. We did the three course meal for theatre night. Wine pairing was spot on. Delicious salad and the cod entree was fantastic. And the complimentary parking is always appreciated. We'll definitely be back“

“A recent late morning visit was excellent! Helpful Staff, delicious food excellent value.

After walking the red mile late morning on a chilly Sunday, we stopped in for brunch. We ordered the steak and eggs feature. Cooked perfectly medium rare on the steak . The eggs and potato hash browns were exceptional. Amazing value for the price and quality.

Our weight staff were very positive and accommodating. It’s always a pleasure when customer service is done right.

Thank you for an amazing experience. See you next time.“

“Dining at the Saddledome was an absolute delight! The Pan Seared Scallops and Pork Belly appetizer was exquisite, perfectly cooked with a delightful balance of flavors, while the French Onion Braised Beef Short Rib stole the show—tender and bursting with flavor, paired beautifully with creamy pomme purée. The service was warm and attentive, enhancing the experience. After dinner, we enjoyed a captivating tour of the venue, filled with fascinating stories and behind-the-scenes insights. Overall, it was a fantastic evening, and I can't recommend the Saddledome enough—definitely a five-star experience!“

“pleasant Dining experience. food was tasty. clean inside and on patio area . servers were polite and friendly.“