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Sukiyaki House
Diners’ top pick
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Price: Moderate
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Japanese
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4.8
(1008)
Welcome to the new Sukiyaki House- a place where the finest authentic Japanese cuisine is presented in a contemporary chic setting. Sukiyaki House has been serving Calgarians since 1976. We take pride in offering the most excellent Japanese cuisine traditionally prepared by our outstanding Japanese chefs. We also take great delight in offering an exquisite selection of wine & sake, and the highest quality of service. Sukiyaki House is a place for families, friends and business alliances to meet and dine.
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JINBAR
Price: Expensive
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Contemporary Korean
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4.9
(524)
At JINBAR, everything revolves around showcasing our high quality, Korea-inspired food. Our carefully selected drink menu is designed to complement our complex flavour profiles. Our open kitchen and pizza bar ensure we are not keeping any secrets from you as you can see your food being prepped every step of the way. We strive to use true ingredients to create true flavours and provide you with a true experience!
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Pigeonhole - 17th Ave
Price: Expensive
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Dining Bar
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4.8
(1727)
Join the flock. Dine on eclectic shareables, imbibe an ever-changing drink list, and groove to a diverse vinyl collection in a buzzing service driven space.
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Bridgette Bar
Top-rated food
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Price: Moderate
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American
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4.8
(4184)
Located in the heart of Calgary's Design District. Bridgette Bar is a chef-driven bar featuring Chef JP Pedhirney's ambitious menu. Lunch, happy hour, dinner and late nights in a mid-century modern setting.
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Villa Firenze
Price: Expensive
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Italian
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4.7
(1589)
Welcome to Villa Firenze, where family tradition meets culinary excellence! With over 30 years of experience in authentic Italian cuisine, we take pride in crafting dishes that are a true celebration of flavour and heritage.
Indulge in our carefully curated menu, featuring homemade pastas, savoury entrees, and delectable desserts that are sure to delight your palate. Our welcoming ambiance radiates elegance and warmth, creating unforgettable dining experiences for our guests.
Make your dining experience even more special with our extensive and award-winning wine list, perfectly complementing every dish and enhancing your meal. Join us at Villa Firenze for a culinary journey that embraces tradition, taste, and the spirit of family. Discover why our guests keep coming back for more, as we blend sophistication with heartfelt hospitality to create cherished dining memories.
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Lulu Bar
Price: Moderate
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Pacific Rim
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4.7
(2281)
Lulu Bar is an escape from the ordinary. Its welcoming vibe is reminiscent of hidden gems from your last vacation, only better because it’s right here in your own backyard. With a healthy, Pacific-inspired menu, Lulu’s wood-fired food is light and fresh — but heavy on flavour.
Chef Joseph Sokoloff’s fare is a tribute to the Pacific Ocean and many of the regions that touch it, with influences from Asia to Hawaii, California to British Columbia. Lulu’s fun, light, and refreshing drink menu is equally well-travelled. Its wine, beer, and creative cocktail offerings will make you feel like you’re far from home — and we like that.
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Mister M.
Top-rated hospitality
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Price: Expensive
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Contemporary American
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4.5
(283)
Mister M is a modern-day supper-club that combines a retro 1970s ambiance with delicious French and Italian cuisine, a classic cocktail menu, and engaging entertainment options. With an immersive sensory experience, Mister M offers a unique and memorable night out for guests seeking a modern twist on a classic upscale dining and nightlife experience.
During the week Mister M. hosts an intimate dining experience on Wednesdays and Thursdays. On weekends, we host dinner shows with surprise live entertainment, dancers, and performers. Mister M seamlessly transitions from an elegant dining experience to a lively late-night atmosphere, the ‘AFTER-DARK’. With throwback DJs and entertainment until the early hours, on Friday, and Saturday. The After-Dark experience aims to transport guests to a different era, providing a nostalgic and unforgettable supper club experience.
Mister M.'s dress code is fashion-forward and upscale business casual.
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Saltlik - Calgary
Price: Expensive
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Regional American (Northwest)
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4.6
(3091)
Built on an elevated guest experience and culinary mastery, Saltlik has been a leader in developing the best for over 15 years. We create an atmosphere where culinary passion is unleashed.
Saltlik is in the heart of downtown Calgary, where you can expect a warm and comfortable dining experience. Our menu offers an array of hand-crafted items using fresh, quality ingredients. We offer exclusive catered events in our private dining with every detail of service skillfully curated. Careful thought and consideration has gone into every part of what we do here at Saltlik.
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Barcelona Tavern
Price: Moderate
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Spanish
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4.5
(11)
Barcelona Tavern, located in downtown, combines modern elegance with rustic charm for a sophisticated yet cozy dining experience. The stylish interior features sleek furnishings and contemporary artwork, creating a welcoming atmosphere. The menu highlights Mediterranean cuisine with fresh, high-quality ingredients, offering a range of tapas, main courses, and desserts inspired by Spanish and Catalan traditions. Attentive service ensures a memorable meal, whether you're enjoying a casual get-together, a romantic dinner, or a special celebration.
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Orchard
Great vibe
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Price: Expensive
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Mediterranean
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4.7
(31)
Orchard Restaurant in Calgary is a stunning destination that blends modern Mediterranean cuisine with Asian influences, thanks to Chef Jenny Kang. Located just steps from the iconic SODO Apartments, Orchard offers a vibrant dining experience with an atmosphere that merges urban sophistication and lush greenery, complete with chandeliers. The restaurant has gained national recognition, appearing on Canada's 100 Best multiple times, and Avenue's Best Restaurants.
Signature dishes like the Rougie duck breast and salmon crudo reflect Chef Kang's Korean heritage, creating a unique culinary experience. Orchard's design, a masterpiece of modern elegance, has made it a favourite among locals and visitors alike for both romantic dinners and stylish gatherings​. With an expansive patio and buzzing bar and lounge, Orchard is a true gem in the heart of Calgary's beltline.
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MAJOR TOM
Price: Expensive
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Continental
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4.7
(5190)
Major Tom is elevated yet approachable, excellent and at ease, confident and gracious. The food, the room, and the service capture the sophistication and glamour of mid-century New York penthouse life, and you feel instantly at home. We maintain the high standards our guests have come to expect, and we do this while being down-to-earth, lively, playful, quirky, fun, and full of personality.
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.
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Last Best Brewing & Distilling
Price: Moderate
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Gastro Pub
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4.7
(595)
Last Best Brewing & Distilling opened its doors in May 2015. The name Last Best draws from Calgary’s eclectic history. At the end of the 1800s, the Canadian government launched a campaign called ‘The Last Best West’; it’s purpose was to populate the western prairies and grow agriculture in Canada.
The administration believed that this area was the Last Best chance in the modern world for homesteaders to lay roots and shape their futures. The accomplishments resulting from the Last Best initiative have paved the way for the budding craft beer and distilling industries here in Alberta.
Last Best Brewing & Distilling honours this historical spirit through its name and unwavering commitment to making delicious well-crafted beer, spirits and Alberta-inspired cuisine.
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Auttarote Thai Cuisine
Great budget-friendly spot
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Price: Expensive
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Thai
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4.7
(55)
"*If six or more customers, minimum service charge of 18% will be applied*"
"Auttarote" is Thai for "Enjoy".
Enjoy Auttarote Thai Cuisine"s authentic gourmet Thai dining experience, in a stunningly beautiful and cheerful sanctuary in downtown Calgary.
Renowned Chef Thirada (Anna) Phonpackadee creates exquisite Thai cuisine, presented by Designer and Hostess Nannaphat (Mouy) Sawangsup.
Revel in delights served with traditional Thai flare, accoutrements and accents. Gold plating and vibrant fresh flowers adorn many dishes.
Select from Auttarote's many exceptional fares, including its signature smoked Old Fashion cocktail, Crying Tiger prime rib, and in house made coconut and decorative cakes.
Celebratory cakes are often paraded to tables under medley of Thai style song, Glong Yow Tom-Tom drum, Ching and Chab cymbals, Grub wooden clappers, and dance.
Traditional Thai dancers perform frequently, promoting a multicultural sense of community.
Come experience it all!
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Goro + Gun
Price: Moderate
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Japanese
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4.8
(322)
The Japanese film Tampopo was marketed as the world’s first “ramen western”. It’s the story of two truck drivers, Goro & Gun, who use their culinary expertise to change the fate of a struggling noodle shop. Those two characters' passion for noodle-making lives on at Calgary’s 150-seat noodle bar — led by executive chefs Ryusuke Araki & Tomo Mitsuno. Located inside Stephen Avenue Place, upstairs on the Plus 15 level, the restaurant melds modern art graphics with distinctive hardwood and right angles of Japanese decor. Tuck into a steaming bowl of ramen with our house-made noodles, made even better with an aji-tama egg. Or depart from noodle fare with house specialities like tuna poke or pork steam buns. Our menu boasts a variety of vegetarian, gluten, and dairy-free options. Whenever possible, dishes are prepared using wild fish instead of farmed. Complete your meal with one of 25 sakes from Goro & Gun’s curated selection from Amanda Jansen.
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The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Calgary 4th Ave
Price: Moderate
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Steakhouse
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4.7
(3970)
The Keg Steakhouse & Bar serves the finest cuts of succulent steak, aged for tenderness and grilled to perfection. Prime rib is a Keg speciality, slow roasted, hand carved and perfectly seasoned with special Keg spices. The restaurant also serves delicious seafood, memorable appetizers, crisp salads, and decadent desserts. A casual ambiance and friendly, very knowledgeable staff are proud and reliable trademarks of The Keg Steakhouse & Bar. You'll find a truly comfortable and satisfying dining atmosphere accompanied by a fun and up-scale bar setting where guests can enjoy an excellent wine list, signature Keg martinis, and fresh squeezed juice cocktails.

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  • Jennavip
    Calgary / Southern Alberta •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Best food experience! We had the bison tartar and the scallops for a starter. Absolutely superb!! Then my husband had the surf and turf which he said was the best steak he’s had. I had the mushroom gnocchi and it was by far one of the best dishes I’ve ever tasted. We will be back.!!
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    FinePrintPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Canadian• Calgary
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    4.7
  • NICK
    Calgary / Southern Alberta •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Excellent food & service. The rack of lamb was done to perfection & the Gorgonzola filet is sinful. Still the top steakhouse in Calgary!
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    Hy's Steakhouse - CalgaryPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Calgary
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    4.8
  • Jennifer
    London •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This restaurant was recommended to me by my son and it was a wonderful experience. The ambience was lovely and the service excellent. The steaks were done perfectly and our salmon was delicious. The only thing that would have been better, is to include a vegetable with the dinner and not have to buy on the side. We will be going return!
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    The GuildPrice: Expensive• Steak• Calgary
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    4.6
  • Dwayne
    Calgary / Southern Alberta •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The food and service were very good. Rachel our server was knowledgeable about the food and wine. We both had pasta dishes, ravioli and cavaliti …outstanding.
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    BarbarellaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Calgary
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    4.6
  • Jessica
    Calgary / Southern Alberta •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    It's truly an experience. All of the food was cooked/seasoned to perfection. Our waiter was unpretentious and happy to explain anything we didn't understand on the menu. He was attentive and kind but not intrusive. Each course brought us more visual delights that were a sight to behold, the flavours were phenomenal. The drink menu is extensive and creative. It was foggy when we went but I am sure on a clear night the views would be spectacular. Stop by this hidden gem, immediately!
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    MAJOR TOMPrice: Expensive• Continental• Downtown
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    4.7

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Frequently asked questions

The best reviewed restaurant in Downtown is JOEY Eau Claire

The best vegan restaurants in Downtown are The Coup, Milestones Grill + Bar - Calgary - Stephen Avenue and Bridgette Bar

The best vegetarian restaurants in Downtown are The Coup, Bridgette Bar and Salt & Brick - Calgary

The restaurants with the best service in Downtown are Pigeonhole - Downtown, JOEY Eau Claire and National on 8th

The restaurants with the best ambiance in Downtown are Onyx, Hutch Cafe and Pigeonhole - Downtown

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