Best Casual Restaurants in Kensington

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1. Pulcinella

4.6

Exceptional(2328)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Kensington

Booked 28 times today

Executive Chef Domenic Tudda spent his childhood years learning of Italian cuisine while his family owned and operated Stromboli's restaurant in Calgary. He furthered his education by undergoing extensive culinary training in Italy and has been able to continue his parent's legacy of bringing unique and incredibly authentic Italian dining to Calgarians. One of the most revered of these ventures is Ristorante Pulcinella, where Domenic first earned distinction when his international training crossed borders and entered Calgary in the spring of 2006. One of the few APN (Associazione Pizzaioli Napolitani) certified pizzerias in the world, Domenic has been able to showcase his culinary skills, incredible wine knowledge, and passion for Italian cuisine to provide Calgary with a truly artistic, original and delicious experience not soon to be forgotten. Certainly not your classical North American pizza, it's definitely different, but definitely delicious.

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2. Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey

4.7

Exceptional(750)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Calgary

Booked 41 times today

Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey is a bbq joint in the heart of Kensington, Calgary, Alberta. Smoking our meat from 10-14 hours, people love our brisket but we have a selection of meats, trays and sides to choose from. Join us inside or out if the weather permits, or on our backyard whiskey garden open year round. Drinkwise we’ve got the largest whiskey list in town, and an ever-evolving cocktail list anchored by our smokey old-fashioned. We’ve also got a bunch of beer on tap, with some local favourites and international selects.

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3. The Continental Restaurant YYC

4.8

Exceptional(196)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Calgary

Booked 3 times today

Indulge in a Culinary Adventure at The Continental.Discover a world of exquisite flavors and exceptional service. Our expert chefs redefine the boundaries of Old School French / Italian cuisine, inviting you to an unforgettable dining experience with the simple philosophy that our Meat or Fish is the star of the plate.Come Savor Calgary's Best 5 or 7 Course Chef's Tasting Menu or À la carte selections with Classic Dishes like the infamous Beef Wellington, Tournedos Rossini , Flambéed Steak Diane or Steak Tartare. Immerse yourself in the culinary adventure of tableside service with a Caesar Salad, Chateaubriand, Cherries Jubilee or Banana Foster.Get yourself a nice bottle of Wine or one of our beautifully handcrafted cocktails and raise your glass to the occasion because the best things in life are the People we love, The place we've been and the Memories we make along the way.

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4. Blanco Cantina – Calgary Kensington

4.5

Awesome(357)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Kensington

Booked 5 times today

Discover Blanco Cantina in Kensington, Calgary, your ultimate fiesta destination. Join us twice daily for Happy Hour, where you can enjoy fantastic deals on tequila and margaritas. Our vibrant restaurant is the perfect spot for late-night fun, with mouthwatering tacos and delicious Mexican inspired cuisine. Whether you're here for a casual meal or a lively night out, Blanco delivers a memorable restaurant experience with a lively atmosphere and unbeatable drink specials. Discover why our Kensington location is a local favourite for tacos, margaritas, and a fiesta that never stops!

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5. Osteria Chef's Table

4.7

Exceptional(352)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Calgary

Booked 1 time today

Located in the heart of trendy Kensington, at 201 10st NW Calgary, Osteria De Medici has been a fixture for the city's Authentic Italian culinary offerings for decades.Long time chefs Giovanni and Michele took over the management of the restaurant in Calgary's Kensington district, keeping the Osteria de Medici tradition and incorporating their own twist to create Osteria Chef's Table.Our beautiful dining room features a classic Italian Style atmosphere, crisp linens and comfortable seating.The new menu features a combination of classic Italian dishes along with daily specials created by the Chefs. Osteria Chef’s Table is dedicated to offering exceptional service and the freshest ingredients available.Giovanni and Michele frequent city markets, local growers and farmers to bring you only the best of locally sourced ingredients.Osteria Chef's Table is open for Lunch and Dinner and is available to host your next event.

6. Barbarella

4.6

Exceptional(1566)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Calgary

Booked 109 times today

Inspired by the chic mid-century yacht culture of Southern Italy and the fresh flavours of the Pacific Northwest, we bring sun-drenched coastal flavours to Calgary. Our dishes reimagine quintessentially Mediterranean fare with locally sourced West Coast ingredients. From zesty aperitifs, fresh crisp sides, bright mains and unashamedly indulgent desserts, each item on our menu will refresh your senses and transport you to a sunny boat deck on the Amalfi Coast. FOLLOW US@THEBARBARELLABAR

7. Ten Foot Henry

4.8

Exceptional(6210)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Calgary

Booked 147 times today

An all day neighbourhood eatery that boasts bold new North American cuisine and vegetable anchored dishes. Ten Foot Henry bridges the gap between what you should be eating, and what you really want to eat.

8. River Café

4.6

Exceptional(4845)

Price: Expensive

• Canadian • Calgary

Booked 30 times today

An extraordinary dining experience is to embark on a journey. We have created a beautiful place in an extraordinary setting and have tended to the details that make you feel at home: staff who care, chefs who are passionate about quality and the regional seasonal ingredients that bring to your palate a taste of place.Getting to River Cafe is just a walk in the park.Access River Café on Prince's Island Park from:1. North side crossing the Bow River and Memorial Drive at the Calgary Curling Club. 2. South East end of the island at the 2nd street SW bridge, directly East of Eau Claire Market. 3. South West end of the island at 6th Street SW and Eau Claire Way near the Peace Bridge.Eau Claire Plaza is currently closed for construction. Please note, only our Afternoon Menu is served daily from 4:00pm-5:00pm.Thank you for choosing to dine with us, we look forward to serving you!

9. charbar

4.5

Awesome(2218)

Price: Expensive

• Canadian • Downtown

Booked 17 times today

Located in East Village and housed in the historical Simmons Building along the Bow River, charbar is spearheaded by executive chef Jessica Pelland with the support of co-owners and Top Chef chefs Connie DeSousa and John Jackson. One of Canadas best restaurants partners with Sidewalk Citizen Bakery and Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters to create a collaborative and communal destination. Charbar restaurant features cuts of ultra-dry aged Alberta beef and an ocean wise seafood raw bar, that spills out onto the open air riverfront patios with views of the bow river. At its heart is a custom-made Argentine wood-fired grill honouring the art of asado and the culinary inspirations of Spain and Italy.

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10. Bonterra Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(3713)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Calgary

Booked 8 times today

Italy is a country of breathtaking beauty - both the land and the people. It is this beauty that is the inspiration for Bonterra, a lively and spirited Italian Trattoria.Chef Kevin Hazelaar prepares contemporary Italian fare with the emphasis on simple, fresh ingredients with an exciting twist. Experience the passions of Italy in our casual dining room; on our stunning Tuscan terrace; or in the Wine Room for a more private event.Our vibrant cuisine perfectly reflects the passions, style, and gusto that is the Italian way of life. PARKING: Complimentary three hour parking is available in the Indigo lot located behind the restaurant. Entrance to the lot is on 10th Ave SW, across from MEC. Come inside via the back entrance, and register your license plate on the Indigo tablet inside, found in front of the hostess stand.

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Julius
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always a great spot. Booked a company event here and their service and food were fantastic.
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Hayden Block Smoke & WhiskeyPrice: Moderate• Barbecue• Calgary
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4.7
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Becky
Calgary / Southern Alberta •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our server Mike was fantastic! The food was perfection once again.
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PulcinellaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Kensington
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4.6
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Noelle
Calgary / Southern Alberta •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had a wonderful evening celebrating our friend’s birthday and will absolutely be coming back, the food was amazing, the service was wonderful and it was actually pretty quite inside the restaurant which made it way easier to have good conversation!
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Osteria Chef's TablePrice: Expensive• Italian• Calgary
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4.7
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Pattivip
Philadelphia County •28 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Can’t say enough good things about this restaurant. The staff was great…only two servers, and they were very good at their jobs. Many of the cocktails, entrees and desserts involve flambéing, so one of the servers was almost always doing table side service of some kind. All of dishes we tried were tasty and presented beautifully. The Wellington’s were cooked to our liking. If you want a show..order the Excommunicado cocktail. It involves fire, smoke and a shot gun.
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The Continental Restaurant YYCPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Calgary
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4.8
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Duane
Calgary / Southern Alberta •8 reviews
4.0
Dined on 9 Nov 2024
All dishes had a moderate level of spice, were large servings and very tasty!! Service was excellent, very lively atmosphere!!
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Blanco Cantina – Calgary KensingtonPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Kensington
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4.5

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113 restaurants available nearby

1. Pulcinella

2. Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey

3. The Continental Restaurant YYC

4. Blanco Cantina – Calgary Kensington

5. Osteria Chef's Table

6. Barbarella

7. Ten Foot Henry

8. River Café

9. charbar

10. Bonterra Trattoria

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