Diners' Choice: Best Ambience restaurants in Calgary

OpenTable

Updated February 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best ambience in Calgary? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The Casbah Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (362)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Moroccan

Calgary

About the restaurant

Morocco is a country of contrast, magic and timeless wonders. It is blessed with rich, nourishing land and mountain snows; beaches, deserts and lush oases.

Casbah's are in harmony amongst this backdrop. It is a sanctuary for Moroccans.

In this dining room you will witness authentic architecture, carvings, tiles, paintings and crafts which result from twelve centuries of Moroccan art.

The cuisine is presented in a fashion that enhances it's surroundings and is considered by culinary experts to be among the top three cuisines worldwide.

Top review

Christine

Dined 3 days ago

We went for Valentine’s Day. It was a limited menu but I sweet talked the waitress into giving us some homemade bread which was not part of the preplanned menu. The food was very good especially the Fez Tagine. I would definitely go back again.

Azuridge - Opal Dining

4.9

4.9 (572)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

International

Priddis

About the restaurant

Azuridge Estate Hotel is a hidden gem located westbound, just 15 minutes outside of Calgary with stunning views. The Estate is home to our Opal Dining Room, where we invite you to treat yourself to a refreshing brunch or a night out and enjoy the beautiful scenery along with an equally exquisite A La Carte Menu, by our Award Winning Executive Chef, Yoshi Chubachi.

In addition, Executive Chef Yoshi offers a beautifully crafted 7 Course Chef's Tasting Menu. Please call our Estate Butlers for details on booking your spot for this event.
https://www.azuridgehotel.com 403.931.0100

Top review

amber

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing meal and customer service was fabulous! Attention to every detail made the meal so special! Will definitely be back!

French 50 Bakery

5.0

5 (63)

CAN$30 and under

French / Canadian

Okotoks

About the restaurant

French 50 Bakery + Artisan Pizza
***Reservations are accepted for Evening Dinner Service only***

(Brunch/breakfast is cafe style - order at the desk and we will serve your table, first come first serve).

Specializing in handmade pastries, rustic sourdough, delicious brunch, and artisan pizza dinner service.

Our bakery, cafe & restaurant is located in a 1910 refurbished home on historic Elma Street in Okotoks downtown district.

Great casual vibe, friendly service, and really good food - large three season heated patio space.

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AlinaVIP

Dined 5 days ago

We had a spectacular evening at French50. Their new menu rivals a high end restaurant with quality to boot. But it’s casual and quant and we enjoyed every bite. The whipped feta was our favorite and I love they have a small wine list, all good bottles. Perfect date night. We will be back as I want to eat more things off the menu! Well done French50.

True Wild Distilling

4.8

4.8 (124)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

Calgary

About the restaurant

Welcome to the True Wild Distilling Bar & Restaurant, A live-fire restaurant nestled between towering whisky and gin stills inside a stunning heritage building. High-quality proteins and sustainable vegetables dishes are infused with the unique flavour profile that only charcoal can impart. Unpretentious yet premium, we’ve developed a menu that’s driven by the spirits of its surroundings and is complimentary in nature.

True masters of their craft, our mixologists expertly blend our spirits with curated ingredients to create cocktails that are as delicious as they are imaginative. Whether you’re in the mood for a perfectly prepared classic or want to try something new, our bar has what you’re looking for.

It’s not just a meal or a drink; it’s an experience that stirs something inside.

Top review

Jenniffer

Dined today

We celebrated our anniversary there and it exceeded all expectations! Sasha our waitress made great explanation, recommendations and even gave us a tour of the building after! It’s Ana amazing piece of heritage and history of Calgary with a cool vibe! Casual but also makes you feel special! Highly recommend Bx can’t wait to bring more friends to share this special place with!

nupo

4.6

4.6 (12)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Downtown

About the restaurant

In Calgary, Nupo offers a dining experience blending Japanese precision with a plant-forward philosophy, led by Chef Darren MacLean. Inspired by his mother’s love of plants, vegan recipes, and sushi, Chef MacLean highlights Canada’s bounty with dishes supported by the country’s only dry-aging fish chamber.

The dining room features vegan, vegetarian, and seafood-forward dishes, emphasizing seasonal ingredients, sustainability, and Japanese roots. The décor reflects Alberta’s landscapes, with birchwood accents, shale, and shou sugi ban-treated pinewood blending natural beauty and tradition.

Nupo’s bar program centers on Japanese teas, inventive cocktails, and an exclusive sake list to complement the menu. For sushi enthusiasts, Calgary’s first Omakase Sushi Experience offers seasonal sashimi, nigiri, and creative dishes. At Nupo, Chef MacLean delivers a vision of sustainable, plant-forward dining with artistry and precision.

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CarrieVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We enjoyed a lovely tasting journey for Valentine's Day. The food with amazing as usual!! Cannot wait to go back.

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Experience

YYC EXP Culinary Journey

Experience

The Nupo Omakase Sushi Experience

Experience

Nupo Culinary Journey Tasting Menu

UNTITLED Champagne Lounge

4.8

4.8 (298)

CAN$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Downtown

About the restaurant

UNTITLED Champagne Lounge is the embodiment of sophistication, charm and style. A unique environment that is both amicable and unpredictable, providing excellent service with an unbiased spirit. With a vast selection of champagne and impressive array of sparkling wines, our team is equipped to match your taste and budget with the perfect bottle.
For those who prefer their drink on the rocks or two fingers high, UNTITLED has something special just for you: Artisanal Champagne-based cocktails. Using progressive techniques and carefully curated spirits, we’ve created a new beast that will rival even the tastiest old-fashioned.
While drinks are our focus, there’s something to be said for properly paired accompaniments. Our food menu accentuates the bubbly experience with bites as elegant as the champagnes, and perfectly matched. The Champagne world is your oyster. (And you can order those too.)
Welcome to our swanky hideaway. Lose yourself in our world of refinement

Top review

Charmine

Dined 3 days ago

The atmosphere, the drinks, and the servers were amazing. Servers were very accommodating and consistently checked on us throughout the night. Highly recommend.

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Experience

Champagne Listening Room

Experience

Savoir-Vivre

DOPO

4.8

4.8 (163)

CAN$51 and over

Italian

Calgary

About the restaurant

DOPO, meaning 'after' in Italian, is an intimate dining experience in the lower level of Elizabeth Square in Marda Loop, Calgary. Inspired by D.O.P, its predecessor restaurant, DOPO has been reimagined by Executive Chef, David Leeder and Owner, Tony Migliarese. With strong opinions from Mamma Rose, of course.

Our phone is not actively monitored and we don't have a voicemail. Please use OpenTable Messages to contact our team with any changes or reservation cancellations.

If you need to contact us, please text (403) 826-6594, email info@dopoyyc.com, or message us on Instagram @dopo.yyc. We will do our best to respond to you as soon as we can.

Ci vediamo dopo!

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TatumVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Bartender was incredible - so knowledgeable and let us try a beautiful Amaro for our celebration! Didn’t get his name but thank you for making our night one to remember. We will be back!

Sweet Loretta

4.8

4.8 (259)

CAN$30 and under

Mediterranean

Beltline

About the restaurant

Sweet Loretta is the latest venture from Concorde Group. Building on the city’s legacy of iconic music venues, the multidisciplinary space will feature programming from rotating resident DJs, live music, and emerging artists, alongside exceptional food and drink. Part disco, snack bar, and lounge.

Please note that our phone number is a text-only line and is not equipped to take incoming calls. If you need to cancel or request a change to your reservation please send us a text and we'll reply as soon as we're able.

Sweet Loretta is an 18+ venue & minors are prohibited.

Top review

Leanne

Dined 1 day ago

It was a quieter night due to the long weekend but the music and atmosphere was still great. Excellent service and even complimentary shots as we were celebrating my daughter’s 18th birthday !

Blue Rock Swim Club

4.7

4.7 (93)

CAN$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

Calgary

About the restaurant

No running by the pool!

For membership inquiries, please email info@bluerockswimclub.com

Top review

VanessaK

Dined 2 days ago

Olivia was so sweet and personable. She gave exceptional service and made our galentine's night very special. Thank you!!

Heartland Cafe

4.8

4.8 (1649)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Modern European

Okotoks

About the restaurant

For over 23 years, Heartland Café and Restaurant has served the public with creative signature dishes and innovative creations.

Our menu is a fresh interpretation of traditional, healthy, & amp; flavorful recipes derived from whole food cooking, created with high quality ingredients without additives or preservatives.

The selection of wine, beer, beverages compliment the wide array of robust dishes that change seasonally to reflect market availability

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 1 day ago

The food was delicious as always. They have the best food and service. It’s always a good time going there.

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