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Rotisserie Prime Rib Alberta Beef  - CHARCUT University District, Calgary, AB

CHARCUT University District

4.5
4.5
160 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Steakhouse

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2 people
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19:00
Booked 15 times today
Additional seating options
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
CHARCUT is a proud female majority-owned and operated destination restaurant and bar from Calgary’s CHAR Hospitality Group – founded by Carrie Jackson and acclaimed chefs Connie DeSousa and John Jackson. Our menu draws inspiration from Italian and Portuguese traditions, a nod to Connie’s heritage, while celebrating seasonal, artisanal, and thoughtfully sourced ingredients. From our handmade pastas and vegetable-forward sharing plates to our house-cured meats, butcher cuts, and rotisserie prime rib of Alberta beef, we take a back to basics, back to flavour approach by evolving simple ingredients. CHARCUT offers a true neighbourhood restaurant experience, a place to gather and connect over great food, drinks, conversation, and company.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Italian, Portuguese
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 11:30–22:00 Fri 11:30–23:00 Sat 16:00–23:00 Sun 16:00–22:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Check out our sister Restaurant Connie & John's Pizza
  • Private party facilities
    Large Party BookingsBoth CHARCUT locations can host reservations for large parties, private events, and full restaurant buyouts. Please email info@charcut.com to submit an inquiry and a member of our team will get back to you right away.

Offers

  • Happy Hour 2 to 5 PM weekdays

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - 11:30 - 15:30, 15:30 - 21:45,Thu - 11:30 - 15:30, 15:30 - 21:45,Fri - 11:30 - 15:30
    Weekdays 2 to 5 PM Half off all wine, beer, cocktails and our house housemade Salumeria & Formaggio No reservation needed, available at both locations

    Happy Hour 2 to 5 PM weekdays photo
  • Wine Wednesday

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 11:30 - 15:30, 15:30 - 21:45
    HALF-CUT @ CHARCUT aka it’s wine Wednesday! Come in for half-priced bottles of wine all day and night at both our downtown and University District locations.

    Wine Wednesday photo

What 160 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
CHARCUT University District offers an inviting atmosphere with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." Guests rave about the delicious bison brisket and vibrant zucchini salad. The restaurant is lively, perfect for celebrations, though it can get noisy. The attentive staff and varied menu, featuring locally-sourced ingredients, make it a "gem" worth visiting.
160 Reviews
  1. Angie

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent overall experience. We were a party of 8 celebrating a 20 year reunion of our training program and 2 birthdays. Service was fantastic, food was delicious and the staff were exceptionally accommodating. Fantastic night.

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  2. Charla

    VIP

    Calgary

    96 reviews

    5.0

    96 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fabulous experience! We came with our appetites and left feeling satisfied and excited about returning. We started with cocktails. My husband had the Old Fashioned and I had Chai Sour. Both were yummy. Then we shared the Crispy Pork Belly and it was a great start to an evening of eating. After talking to our server and following her guidance we shared the Gem Lettuce Caesar Salad and the Flaming Portuguese Sausage. The presentation was outstanding. The salad was one of the best we’ve had. The sausage came out flaming and it was so flavourful. Then we shared the Smoked Alberta Prime Rib. It was cooked to perfection. The accompanying potatoes and horseradish sauce were delicious. We look forward to returning and trying more delectable dishes. Highly recommend!!

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  3. Jocelyn

    VIP

    Calgary

    31 reviews

    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent Smokey tomato spread in focaccia!! Also tastey zucchini salad with pistachio and lemon and roast beef melted in your mouth. Tables a little close together but a great space. Recommend!
    CHARCUT University DistrictResponded today
    Hi Jocelyn Thank you for sharing such a kind review! Happy to hear that you enjoyed the zucchini salad and the house made focaccia. See you next time!

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  4. Jody

    Calgary

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic service from all staff from hostess to wait staff.
    CHARCUT University DistrictResponded today
    Hi Jody Thank you for the high praise! We aim to provide excellent service to all guests, every day, and are so glad that you enjoyed your visit. Hope to serve you again soon!

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  5. Cathy

    VIP

    Calgary

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 8 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely lunch. Great service!! The carpaccio was lovely!! 😋
    CHARCUT University DistrictResponded today
    Hi Cathy thank you for stopping by and for the kind review! We're glad you enjoyed the carpaccio and that the service was to your liking. Hope to see you again soon!

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  6. Rochelle

    VIP

    Calgary

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great New Year’s Eve dinner at CHARCUT. The decor in the restaurant is great. The food was really good and we enjoyed our time.
    CHARCUT University DistrictResponded today
    Hi Rochelle Thank you for spending New Years Eve with us! Happy to hear you enjoyed your time! See you in 2025!

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  7. Christine

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 29 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Carrington was absolutely amazing! So friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. We loved our pizzas and appetizers were delicious! We will be back

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  8. Catherine

    VIP

    Calgary

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was exceptional. It’s still too loud in there, but we persist and go.

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  9. Tanya

    VIP

    Calgary

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 23 December 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was delicious Sadly , service was not up to par

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  10. Sean

    Calgary

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went here for our Anniversary and they made it super special! Delicious food, nice ambiance, super attentive staff. Definitely will come back for another special occasion!

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CHARCUT University District is rated 4.5 stars by 160 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 15 times today
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4150 University Ave NW, Calgary, AB T3B 6K3

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    McLaurin
  • Area
    Calgary
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 11:30–22:00 Fri 11:30–23:00 Sat 16:00–23:00 Sun 16:00–22:00
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Italian, Portuguese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Indoor Fireplace
  • Catering
    Check out our sister Restaurant Connie & John's Pizza
  • Private party facilities
    Large Party BookingsBoth CHARCUT locations can host reservations for large parties, private events, and full restaurant buyouts. Please email info@charcut.com to submit an inquiry and a member of our team will get back to you right away.
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