Restaurants in Calgary
Top-quality beef from Alberta's vast herds is the must-try speciality in Calgary. You'll find it served up in restaurants across the spectrum, from downtown high-fliers like Caesar's steak house to more casual spots like Buzzards Restaurant & Bar. You'll find ethnic restaurants in Chinatown and along 17th Avenue. Restaurant hours vary greatly, although last orders are generally 10pm. Some downtown restaurants don't open on weekends. A 15% tip is recommended.
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1. River Café - Top-end: (More than C$65 for a three-course meal without drinks)
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Beautifully situated on a park-like island in the Bow River, this classy restaurant is linked by a footbridge to downtown Calgary. The emphasis is on modern presentation of seasonal ingredients such as lamb and berry fruits sourced from local farms. Reserve a table on the patio to enjoy the warmth of a summer evening.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening hours
Daily 11am-3pm (from 10am Sat & Sun) & 5pm-10pm (closed Jan)
Address
Prince's Island Park, Calgary T2P OR1
Telephone
+1 403 261 7670
Transport
Calgary Transit bus 31 to Stop 7617 then across pedestrian bridge
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2. Caesar's - Top-end: (More than C$65 for a three-course meal without drinks)
Show moreSteak lovers who feel like a splurge head downtown to Caesar's, one of Calgary's finest restaurants for over 30 years. Enjoy the reserved ambience of a gentleman's club and the very best cuts of Alberta beef served exactly as you like them.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening hours
Mon-Fri 11am-2pm & 4.30pm-11.30pm; Sat 4.30pm-11.30pm
Address
512, 4th Ave SW, Calgary T2P 0J6
Telephone
+1 403 264 1222
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3. Cilantro - Mid-range: (C$45-C$65 for a three-course meal without drinks)
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Simple yet stylish and with traditional pasta prepared daily, Cilantro has been one of the city's most loved restaurants for over two decades. Head out to the Uptown 17th area and talk your way to an outdoor patio table for the full effect.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening hours
Mon-Fri 11am-10pm (until 11pm Fri); Sat 5pm-11pm; Sun 5pm-10pm
Address
338, 17th Ave SW, Calgary T2S 0A8
Telephone
+1 403 229 1177
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4. Buzzards Restaurant & Bar - Mid-range: (C$45-C$65 for a three-course meal without drinks)
Show moreThe Western-themed setting is halfway between authentic and quirky, but the food at downtown Buzzards is straight out of a Canadian ranch house, with steak, ribs, and burgers dominating. Try the prairie oysters (bull testicles) if you dare, and save room for the rhubarb pie.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening hours
Mon-Sat 11am-11pm (from 5pm Sat)
Address
140, 10th Ave SW, Calgary T2R 0A3
Telephone
+1 403 264 6959
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5. Diner Deluxe - Budget: (Less than C$45 for a three-course meal without drinks)
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Although the setting is distinctly retro, the menu takes full advantage of quality local ingredients, many sourced from farms in the vicinity of Calgary. Breakfast is especially popular, with the creamy eggs Benedict drawing rave reviews.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening hours
Mon-Fri 7.30am-9.30pm; Sat 8am-3pm & 5pm-9.30pm; Sun 8am-3pm
Address
804, Edmonton Trail NE, Calgary T2E 3J6
Telephone
+1 403 276 5499
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6. Thai Sa-on - Budget: (Less than C$45 for a three-course meal without drinks)
Show moreFamily-run Thai Sa-On is big on the tastes of Thailand. The menu offers a great variety of curries, as well as steamed and deep-fried fish, served whole. For downtown dining, the food is excellent value, served up in no-nonsense style in casual, subtly Thai surrounds.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening hours
Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm & 5pm-10pm; Sat 5pm-10.30pm
Address
351, 10th Ave SW, Calgary T2R 0A5
Telephone
+1 403 264 3526
