Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. Canada
  3. Calgary / Southern Alberta
  4. Calgary
  5. Downtown
Milpa, Calgary, AB

Milpa

4.3
4.3
101 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Mexican

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 19 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Innovative
Milpa is a vibrant Mexican eatery and cocktail bar located in Calgary’s bustling 17th Ave entertainment district. Specializing in contemporary Mexican cuisine, Milpa showcases bold and authentic flavours from Chef Elia Herrera. Hailing from Cordoba, Veracruz, is a third-generation Mexican chef who is deeply rooted in family traditions and is dedicated to infusing her cooking with these bright flavours through inventive small plates crafted with quality ingredients. Drawing inspiration from the rich culinary traditions of Veracruz, Milpa offers a modern twist on classic dishes, providing a unique dining experience that highlights the diversity of Mexican cuisine. Enjoy an array of flavourful tacos & quesadillas made with our in-house tortillas, fresh ceviches, and handcrafted cocktails, all in a lively and welcoming atmosphere that captures the essence of Mexico.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (403) 452-6155
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Elia Herrera
  • Catering
    Milpa would love to cater your next special occasion. Our full menu is available, and our talented team of chefs is able to create dishes to your liking as well. Get in touch with our general manager and they will answer any questions you may have. manager@milpa.ca
  • Private party facilities
    Our venue has the option of both fully private dining functions, or semi private, with a section of the restaurant completely to yourself. Get in touch with our general manager and she will answer any questions you may have. manager@milpa.ca
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    5st & 17th avenue SW
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 101 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Innovative

  • Calgary

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Milpa offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food," "super cute" decor, and "excellent service." The quesabirria tacos and margaritas receive special praise, and the ambiance is described as "warm and inviting." While some service issues are noted, the overall consensus highlights Milpa as a top destination for authentic Mexican cuisine in Calgary.

101 Reviews
  1. Robyn

    VIP

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and drinks !! Unfortunately we reserved a table for 6 and when we got there they said that open table had messed up and they didn’t have a table for us so we had to seat us at the bar. They were very lovely about everything but was a bit disappointing we had a big group sitting at the bar. Overall such great food and drinks and lovely staff!

    Is this helpful?

  2. Miranda

    VIP

    Calgary

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great for a girls night out! Great vibe, cocktails and food.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Dagmara

    Calgary

    10 reviews

    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    I recently dined at Milpa and, unfortunately, the experience was underwhelming. While the food was okay, nothing particularly stood out. The biggest disappointment was the seating—we were placed at the back with a view of the bar’s equipment, which was far from pleasant. It definitely took away from the atmosphere. Service was friendly, but our waitress seemed a bit slow and not very familiar with the menu, which made ordering a bit frustrating. Additionally, the restaurant was quite loud, making it difficult to have a conversation, and there was an uncomfortable draft coming from the main doors. Overall, while the staff was nice and the food was decent, the ambiance and service left much to be desired. I wouldn’t rush back. ⭐⭐⭐/5

    Is this helpful?

  4. isabelle

    VIP

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food And very nice ambiance Love the color and vibe of the place

    Is this helpful?

  5. Danielle

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, great atmosphere. Would definitely recommend for special occasion.

    Is this helpful?

  6. Samantha

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The tacos and happy hour margaritas were amazing. The papas bravas were an amazing starter. The ceviche was nice but the tangy-ness of the aquachile became overpowering after a while.

    Is this helpful?

  7. kyla

    Calgary

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and gorgeous interior. Loved everything but the quesabirria tacos were so incredible we wish we had only ordered those. Highly recommend!

    Is this helpful?

  8. Chad

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was excellent at working with the kitchen and our food restrictions, reviewing each item and how it could be modified to suit our needs. Food was delicious as always

    Is this helpful?

  9. Barbara

    Calgary

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband chose Milpa for his birthday meal. We went on Taco Tuesday. We tried every taco ordered. The service was great and our server was delightful! The tacos were all delicious. We followed up with their mole chocolate cake, which was dark and delicious. Then our waitress brought out a donut and dip on a plate where they had written Happy Birthday with chocolate sauce. What a treat! We'll be back

    Is this helpful?

  10. marc

    VIP

    Calgary

    34 reviews

    4.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Milpa continues to be a top notch food destination in Calgary. The flavors, combinations and presentation are all worthy of praise. What doesn't excite me is slow service on a Monday night with less than 8 tables in the restaurant. We waited an extended amount of time for refills of margaritas (well over 10 minutes in one case) and empty items left on our table. I had brought in a new customer and although wowed with the food, they were less than impressed with the service.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Milpa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (403) 452-6155.

Milpa is rated 4.3 stars by 101 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Milpa

1531 5 St SW, Calgary, AB T2R 1P2

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    5st & 17th avenue SW
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Elia Herrera
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (403) 452-6155
  • Catering
    Milpa would love to cater your next special occasion. Our full menu is available, and our talented team of chefs is able to create dishes to your liking as well. Get in touch with our general manager and they will answer any questions you may have. manager@milpa.ca
  • Private party facilities
    Our venue has the option of both fully private dining functions, or semi private, with a section of the restaurant completely to yourself. Get in touch with our general manager and she will answer any questions you may have. manager@milpa.ca
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo