The Casbah Restaurant

It was so crazy expensive I won’t come back again.

Tremendous restaurant. The best atmosphere I have ever experienced. We will be making our house look like this. The food. Good lord. Flavours are blended together that I never would have imagined.

I truly walked out of The Casbah feeling like I went to Morocco, met a Djinn & then was teleported back to reality.

Best restaurant I have ever been to. 🧞‍♂️🧞‍♀️

Loved the experience! You can always tell when a person is passionate about their job and our server was an excellent example of such.

Not only was he willing to go above and beyond in helping us decide our dishes, but he encouraged our entire table into stepping out of our comfort zones and trying something new to everyone's delight. Also loved his colourful anecdotes about morrocan cuisine and Arab culture sprinkled in that helped enrich our experience, really making our simple get together, a true feast

The food was great as expected! I'm not a foodie by any stretch of the imagination, but the food was hearty and felt like a meal prepared with the love and attention of a mom or grandmother (big compliment)

Now-a-days, i find a lot of contemporary restaurants are decorated with minimalist fixtures and non-offensive shades of taupe. But Casbah instead greets you with an array of geometric spendor, subdued with low, intimate lighting. Akin to a kaleidoscope of stars and patterns peeking through the night sky

This is all to say i thoroughly enjoyed the meal and it was worth every cent :) will have to visit again!

Walking into Casbah feels like stepping into a hidden oasis. The atmosphere is rich, romantic, and immersive. This place is visually captivating, making it perfect for a special night out or a unique dining experience.

We ordered the chicken couscous chermoula, lamb couscous chermoula, prawns chermoula with bread, and lamb tajine. The bread was incredibly fresh and soft, and paired beautifully with the bold, savoury dishes. Be aware that the tajines and mains are quite salty, so definitely order couscous, rice, or extra bread to balance the flavours.

While the food was full of spices and character, our server seemed quite rushed and didn’t have much time to engage or offer guidance—even though we were already familiar with the cuisine. It would have been nice to have a bit more attention, especially in such a thoughtfully designed space.

If you’re not into sweet-and-savoury combinations, a common feature in Moroccan cooking, I recommend asking your server about the ingredients before ordering.

Despite the rushed service, Casbah’s ambience and food made it a memorable experience. Come for the decor and vibe, stay for the flavours

This restaurant is a favourite hidden gem in Calgary. I would love to keep it just for me but alas, I want them to stay in business forever so I just keep recommending people to visit! Casbah offers a unique atmosphere - it certainly feels like you're transported to another world - and the food is consistently fantastic. It's comfort food that always hits the spot. The only small issue we've had in the past is that the reservation notes on OpenTable are not always read beforehand (about celebrating an occasion or requesting a corner/private table) and they sometimes put you at a table right by the front door, even though others are available. But I consider that a minor issue, as the food and atmosphere are standouts. Love this restaurant!

Food was amazing and the waiter was phenomenal! All his suggestions were bang on and the atmosphere is wonderful. Will definitely go back multiple times.

Amazing restaurant!! For starters the decor is absolutely stunning. But even if it wasn't, the service and food is also impeccable. Can't wait to go back!

Definitely a unique experience. The dishes have simple ingredients, but they turn them into something wonderful and delicious.
The owner is very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended and essential if you are in Calgary!

Vegetarian options: They have one or two options for vegetarians.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A hidden gem ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food is good. The decor is excellent. The customer service is something to work on. We felt unwelcome compared to the other “White Canadian guests”. A little bit disappointed as Moroccans to be treated like that. You can do better!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 1

The food was delicious. So flavourful and perfectly prepared. The appetizer sampler was absolutely outstanding.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food was delicious and the service was great! We really liked the host. He was friendly, patient, and made good recommendations. We got the tour of Morocco + one tajine, and it was enough for two of us. The couscous was delicious! The best I've ever had. It's so fluffy and creamy.

Dietary restrictions: He said they don't use peanuts

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Baklawa with Icecream, Morroccon Mint Tea, Couscous with Vegetables

Very nice themed ambiance and attentive service. The tour meal was excellent.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Morroccon Mint Tea, Couscous with Vegetables, Tajine with Lamb

Mouth watering food.
I can’t even pick a favourite.
It is my favourite restaurant in Calgary.
Thank you so much for the great experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Harira Soup, Morroccon Mint Tea, Fez Tajine Marrakech Tajine Cornish Hen Casablanca Tajine and Couscous Sahara

Honestly one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in Calgary. The atmosphere is 10/10. The food was delicious and the service is amazing. I highly recommend this place for your next date night!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Harira Soup, Tajine with Lamb, Beef Merguez