
Best Restaurants by Cuisine in Calgary, Canada
1. Anju Restaurant
Authentic Korean cuisine with a modern twist. Known for its signature dish, Bibimbap, a mixed rice bowl.
- Unique Dishes: Offers traditional Korean dishes like Bulgogi and Kimchi Jjigae
- Modern Atmosphere: Combines contemporary design elements with Korean artifacts
- Friendly Service: Known for its welcoming and attentive staff
2. River Café
Fine-dining restaurant serving contemporary Canadian cuisine, particularly known for its Alberta Pacific wild-caught fish and game.
- Local Ingredients: Uses fresh, locally sourced ingredients
- Scenic Location: Located beside the Prince's Island Park with a beautiful view of the Bow River
- Seasonal Menu: Offers a menu that changes with the seasons to reflect the freshest ingredients
3. Pigeon Hole
French-inspired cuisine served in an intimate and romantic atmosphere. Known for its exquisite tasting menus.
- Intimate Dining: Seats only 18 guests, offering a personalized dining experience
- Creative Menu: Offers a multi-course tasting menu with creative and innovative dishes
- Wine Pairings: Known for its extensive wine list and sommelier-selected wine pairings
4. Shiki Menya Ramen
Authentic Japanese ramen restaurant with a focus on high-quality broth and homemade noodles.
- Homemade Noodles: Makes its noodles fresh daily using traditional techniques
- Variety of Ramen: Offers a variety of ramen styles, including spicy miso and classic tonkotsu
- Loyal Customer Base: Has a dedicated following due to its consistent quality and authenticity
5. Vin Room Kensington
Wine bar and restaurant offering a wide selection of wines and French-inspired cuisine.
- Extensive Wine List: Has over 200 wines by the bottle, with a focus on boutique wineries
- Seasonal Menu: Offers a menu that changes with the seasons to reflect the freshest ingredients
- Knowledgeable Staff: Has Sommeliers on staff who can help guide wine selections
6. Native Tongues Taqueria
Authentic Mexican taqueria serving fresh, flavourful tacos and other traditional Mexican dishes.
- Authentic Recipes: Uses authentic recipes and ingredients imported from Mexico
- Fresh Ingredients: Makes its salsas, guacamole, and tortillas fresh daily
- Casual Atmosphere: Has a casual, laid-back atmosphere perfect for a quick lunch or dinner
7. Verdure Mediterranean Kitchen
Mediterranean restaurant serving fresh, healthy dishes made with organic ingredients.
- Organic Ingredients: Uses only certified organic ingredients in its dishes
- Gluten-Free Options: Offers a wide variety of gluten-free options for those with dietary restrictions
- Healthy Menu: Focuses on fresh, healthy ingredients and cooking techniques
8. Oxbow Bistro
French bistro serving classic French dishes in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
- Classic Dishes: Offers classic French dishes like Coq au Vin and Escargot
- Warm Atmosphere: Has a warm, inviting atmosphere perfect for date night or a special occasion
- Extensive Wine List: Has an extensive wine list featuring French wines
9. Dinette
Modern Italian restaurant serving creative dishes with a focus on fresh, local ingredients.
- Creative Dishes: Offers creative twists on traditional Italian dishes
- Fresh Ingredients: Uses fresh, locally sourced ingredients
- Wine Pairings: Offers wine pairings to complement its dishes
10. Jewel Seafood & Oyster Bar
Seafood restaurant specializing in fresh, sustainably sourced oysters and seafood.
- Sustainable Seafood: Uses sustainable, ethically-sourced seafood
- Fresh Oysters: Offers a variety of fresh oysters from around the world
- Seafood Specialties: Offers seafood specialties like Lobster Rolls and Seafood Paella
11. Park Kitchen
Modern European restaurant with a focus on local, sustainable ingredients.
- Local Ingredients: Uses fresh, locally sourced ingredients
- Creative Dishes: Offers creative dishes with a modern European twist
- Seasonal Menu: Offers a menu that changes with the seasons to reflect the freshest ingredients
12. Vincent Street Kitchen
Contemporary Italian restaurant serving rustic dishes in a trendy atmosphere.
- Rustic Dishes: Offers rustic Italian dishes like Pappardelle Bolognese and Osso Buco
- Trendy Atmosphere: Has a trendy, modern atmosphere perfect for a night out
- Wine Pairings: Offers wine pairings to complement its dishes
13. Taiga Taverne
Fine-dining restaurant serving modern Canadian cuisine with a focus on game and fish.
- Local Ingredients: Uses fresh, locally sourced ingredients
- Creative Dishes: Offers creative dishes that showcase Canadian game and fish
- Seasonal Menu: Offers a menu that changes with the seasons to reflect the freshest ingredients
14. Sabuden Ramen
Japanese ramen shop offering classic and unique ramen varieties.
- Classic Ramen: Offers classic ramen varieties like Shoyu and Miso
- Unique Ramen: Offers unique, creative ramen varieties like the Spicy Garlic Ramen
- Fresh Ingredients: Uses fresh, high-quality ingredients in its ramen
15. Charcut Roast House
Modern Canadian restaurant specializing in charcuterie and house-made sausages.
- Charcuterie Selection: Offers a selection of house-made charcuterie
- House-Made Sausages: Makes its sausages in-house using locally sourced ingredients
- Creative Dishes: Offers creative dishes that showcase its charcuterie and sausages