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The Highwood, Calgary, AB

The Highwood

4.5
4.5
1861 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Global, International

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 12 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
An award-winning Live Classroom for the next generation of culinary and hospitality leaders — The Highwood Kitchen + Bar will give you a unique and delicious dining experience.

For an exceptional value, our students provide world-class cuisine and service under the expert guidance of renowned chefs and hospitality instructors. Whether you are looking for an outstanding lunch or an elevated dinner prepared to be wowed.

Please be mindful that our operation is a classroom and that hours of operations are based on the academic year.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Global, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:15 am–12:30 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:30 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (403) 284-8615 ext. 2
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    The Highwood Kitchen + Bar is not able to provide Catering Services at this point in time.
  • Private party facilities
    The Highwood Kitchen + Bar offers a Large Group Bookings Options based on sizes and availability of our student schedules - please email Highwood.Reservations@sait.ca for availability and more details.
  • Neighbourhood
    Calgary
  • Cross Street
    SAIT Campu: Across from the East Hall Residence - Dr. Carpenter Circle NW
  • Parking details
    Please see our website www.sait.ca/highwood for specific maps and Lunch and Dinner parking details.
  • Public transit
    The Highwood is located on the SAIT Main Campus on the Second Floor of the John Ware Building (E) East Entrance. Please review parking instructions before your visit. Lunch: PAID ParkingDinner: Complimentary for 3 hours in P8 & P9Visit: www.sait.ca/Highwood "Plan Your Visit"For Parking Instructions & Campus Map
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Highwood Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Our live classroom offers Happy Hour from Tuesday - Friday from 4:30-6:00pm. Happy Hour is Walk-in ONLY. Our Happy Hour food menu showcases some light snacks by our award winning instructors and students with special pricing on wine, beer, and cocktails are available for our Happy Hour! Please note: a reservation is required to join us for dinner at 6:00 PM and is based on availability of our classroom. We look forward to having you dine with us!

    Highwood Happy Hour photo

What 1,861 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Highwood is a "hidden gem" known for its delicious food and exceptional service, all provided by passionate SAIT culinary students. Diners rave about the "great value" and "outstanding experience," with a wide range of menu selections. While some note occasional service hiccups, the overall dining experience is memorable and worth revisiting.

1,861 Reviews
  1. Gord

    Vancouver

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A wonderful experience. Our student server was a little “green” but doing just fine. The food was beautifully prepared and presented. Steak tartar was really good. The rack of lamb and duck were delicious too. The seasonal vegetables were outstanding. The lemon cake was a little underwhelming, but still tasty. Truly a high dining experience. We would recommend the Highwood anytime.

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  2. Twyla

    Calgary

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I don’tt know why we waited so to come back! Dining here is always a pleasure and I do find the students to sweet and eager to please. The service was excellent and the food exceeded expectations. The “green salad” description belies the experience, with artfully designed green and tasty marinated vegetables, it was beautifully played and feast for the eyes as well as the palate. I have the lamb as an entree and was concerned that a half rack might be insufficient. No need for concern! Two small racks of two chops were perfectly prepared and served with a rich delicious jus, and lovely tasty veg, including delectable scalloped root veg, were enough to sate my appetite and delight me while so doing. Husband and I shared a matcha & chocolate baked Alaska with just enough of a cherry accent to artfully complement the chocolate ice cream. Well done SAIT!!

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  3. Kelvin

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A hidden gem! The food is delicious, and the service is warm and welcoming. You can really see the effort the SAIT students put into making every meal a great dining experience. Their passion and dedication shine through, making it a spot worth visiting!

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  4. Ellery

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you for an amazing dining experience! Ok can't wait to find with your again!

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  5. Robert

    VIP

    Calgary

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ziggy was our server and did an excellent job Great experience We will b back!

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  6. Karla

    Calgary

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I always love my experience here! The only reason I did not give 5 stars in every category, is that they had some specials that were offered, but when we decided to go with them they were sold out-and we were the first seating of the evening. Not the students fault

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  7. SueC

    Calgary

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All members of our party of 5 were delighted with their meals. Pizzas were great and Salmon was cooked to perfection. Our server, Andrew, did a fine job and was very friendly and attentive. We will certainly go again.

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  8. Bev

    San Francisco

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highwood is a little gem! Service was exceptional and food excellent.

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  9. LYNN

    Calgary

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The Highwood is a teaching facility so we need to remember that things might not 100%, but overall the students & staff are very accomodating. A great variety of appatisers, entries, deserts, wine, beer, cocktails & coffees. As a bonus we were able to land a free parking spot. There is good value for your money here & I know that we will be back.

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  10. DwayneT

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The experience was great. The students make it a memorable event. The decor is a bit dreary and background music would be nice however the food and service was fantastic.

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FAQs

The Highwood is rated 4.5 stars by 1861 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for The Highwood

1301 16th Ave NW, Calgary, AB T2M 0L4

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    SAIT Campu: Across from the East Hall Residence - Dr. Carpenter Circle NW
  • Neighbourhood
    Calgary
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:15 am–12:30 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:30 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Global, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Please see our website www.sait.ca/highwood for specific maps and Lunch and Dinner parking details.
  • Public transit
    The Highwood is located on the SAIT Main Campus on the Second Floor of the John Ware Building (E) East Entrance. Please review parking instructions before your visit. Lunch: PAID ParkingDinner: Complimentary for 3 hours in P8 & P9Visit: www.sait.ca/Highwood "Plan Your Visit"For Parking Instructions & Campus Map
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (403) 284-8615 ext. 2
  • Catering
    The Highwood Kitchen + Bar is not able to provide Catering Services at this point in time.
  • Private party facilities
    The Highwood Kitchen + Bar offers a Large Group Bookings Options based on sizes and availability of our student schedules - please email Highwood.Reservations@sait.ca for availability and more details.
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