Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Calgary

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Updated 05 December 2024

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True Wild Distilling

4.9

4.9 (43)

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

Jeff

Dined 1 day ago

Well worth the experience in all aspects. Service, food and service top notch. Very unique location.

French 50 Bakery

5.0

5 (57)

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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Tracey

Dined 1 day ago

Amazing as always!! Best pizza ever! The Alsace is a fan favourite!

Native Tongues Taqueria Victoria Park

4.8

4.8 (34)

CAN$30 and under

Mexican

Calgary

About the restaurant

Native Tongues Taqueria

Native Tongues is a modern Taqueria rooted in the traditional street and market foods of Mexico. We pride ourselves on trying to recreate an authentic Mexican experience for our guests.

Join us this summer on our Patio for Happy Hour
2-5pm Monday-Friday

Top review

JamieVIP

Dined on 14 Sept 2024

First time at Native Tongues while visiting Calgary. We’ve eaten a lot of Mexican food inside and outside Mexico and wow is this place good! The Papas Norteñas which is delicious but extremely filling. I recommend sharing a bunch of dishes family style your group to try a bit of everything. We would definitely return.

JINBAR

4.9

4.9 (538)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Korean

Downtown

About the restaurant

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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Laura

Dined 5 days ago

The Christmas Eve prix fix dinner was phenomenal. The chef choose items that we wouldn’t have thought to order for ourselves, and each was was fantastic. The presentation of each dish was beautiful, served for us at our table by the chef.

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Popular dish

Spicy fried chicken

UNTITLED Champagne Lounge

4.9

4.9 (290)

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

Kaitlyn

Dined on 9 Nov 2024

Super fun and different venue. Very Las Vegas kind of vibe. Food and drinks were both amazing!

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Experience

Champagne Listening Room

Experience

Savoir-Vivre

DOPO

4.9

4.9 (91)

CAN$51 and over

Italian

Calgary

About the restaurant

Please note that DOPO will be closed December 24 and 25, 2024, as well as January 1 to January 8, 2025.

DOPO, meaning 'after' in Italian, is an intimate dining experience in the lower level of Elizabeth Square on the corner of 34th Ave and 18th Street in Marda Loop, Calgary. Inspired by D.O.P, its predecessor restaurant, on Canada's Top 100 three years in a row, 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. If you need to contact us, please email info@dopoyyc.com or message us on Instagram @dopo.yyc. We will do our best to respond to you within 48 hours.

Ci vediamo dopo!

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LVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Fantastic all around. Love the new space. Gifted bartender. Food was great. Noisy in a good way. Lively, good music. Cozy. I was skeptical when I heard about a move to Marda Loop but it was great!

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Experience

New Years Eve at Dopo!

ARI Sushi

4.9

4.9 (418)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Inglewood

About the restaurant

Authentic Sushi place in Inglewood, Calgary!
Come and join us, have fun!

Head chef Mike Hakjin Kim has worked at five stars JW-Marriott Japanese Restaurant in South Korea and has been 18 years of experience. He prepares every ingredient as fresh as it can be and does the best of his efforts and abilities to serve everything in perfect feature to all the customers.

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Darren

Dined 7 days ago

Was thinking about Ari for a bit, so I dropped in for a treat meal. Restaurant was as remembered, but the pomp and flash of the presentation has all but diminished since last time. Still really great sushi, and as fresh as one would like, but the presentation was clinical. Previous dining experience had daikon shreds and greenery artfully displayed around the sashimi or tempura. This time was just nice pottery trays with the individual portions… Not a show stopper, but the presentation was much better last time. Id like to see that come back. Separated Ari from the others I’ve been to. Service and pricing is as expected in a finer restaurant Was a nice outing but will put off coming back for a while and try others out in the mean time.

Carino

4.9

4.9 (1033)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Mission

About the restaurant

Carino is an Japanese and Italian fusion restaurant located in the Mission neighborhood in Calgary Canada. Japanese taste with Italian twist and vice versa.
All reservations are limited to 2 hours. Thank you for your understanding.

Top review

Jarred

Dined today

We had a good experience at Carino. The food was amazing but for a special occasion I was expecting a little more out of the service and overall experience.

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Popular dish

Sakura Parfait

Popular dish

Spicy "Wagyu Bolognese" Miso Ramen

Popular dish

Nutella Basque Cheesecake

Baekjeong Korean BBQ House(Richmond Road)

4.9

4.9 (65)

CAN$30 and under

Korean

Calgary

About the restaurant

Baekjeong literally means butcher in Korean which is a name we hold proud of. We proudly serve only the finest cuts of Premium Alberta Sterling Silver meat which prepared by 15 years experienced butcher. Every table features a built-in grill (use gas) to allow you to dine at your own table. All meat orders are accompanied by bottomless Korean style salads and vegetables. Combo meals have a choice of either soybean paste soup, kimchi stew, steamed eggs, soft-tofu soup or corn cheese.

Top review

Jason

Dined 6 days ago

It's was our first time going there ..I went there to celebrate my birthday 🎂. It was quite a great experience and enjoyed going there . We will be going back forsure . The food was great and the services was excellent 👌. Thank you 😊

Cassis Bistro

4.8

4.8 (108)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

French

Calgary

About the restaurant

Cassis Bistro is a cozy gem offering award-wining elevated French cuisine and inventive cocktails. Founded by Gilles Brassart and his wife Andrea, our bistro brings the authentic flavours of Provence to Calgary. The menu, curated by Executive Chef/Partner Dominique Moussu, features dishes like house-made ravioli, steak frites, wild salmon, and duck confit, all crafted with the freshest local ingredients.

The menu at Cassis Bistro changes often, as the chefs use only the finest and freshest ingredients available. Seasonal options are available for a limited time, so be sure to visit often for a variety of flavours and tastes that you can't find anywhere else.

Experience the warmth and rich flavours of Southern France right here in Calgary. Bon appétit!

Top review

LoreenVIP

Dined on 19 Dec 2024

We had a lovely evening with excellent food and service. Ambience is always warm and friendly.

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