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The Highwood, Calgary, AB

The Highwood

4.5
4.5
1869 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Global, International

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Good for business meals
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.
  • Area
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

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 1,869 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
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Best Value

  • Calgary

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Highwood offers an exceptional dining experience with "great food and service," emphasizing its role as a student-run facility. Guests appreciate the "reasonable prices" and "attentive service." The culinary creations are "beautifully presented" and the atmosphere is inviting. Supporting SAIT's culinary students adds a meaningful touch to each visit.

1,869 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The hosts were very welcoming and kind. Service was great. Our server was attentive and helpful with menu. The food was truly delicious and done to perfection. My friends and I thoroughly enjoyed our experience at the Highwood.😊

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  2. Gina

    Calgary1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is always a pleasure to dine at the Highwood. The food is delicious and everyone is so gracious. Best place in Calgary for a great meal at a great cost.

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  3. Mary

    Calgary1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambiance was quiet allowing for easy conversation with all guests at the table. Service was efficient and friendly. Food was excellent.

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  4. Ron

    Calgary7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Student chef Karissa made a fantastic trout feature. Service was above and beyond.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food quality is good, and the service is great. However, the taste is a bit mild — for example, the charred vegetables could be a little more charred to enhance the flavor. Overall, a nice experience, but a little more seasoning or stronger flavors would make it even better.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was an awesome night out. Our server-Pauline, was outstanding and the meal was beautiful. Best way to celebrate events and have a lovely dining experience. Thank you for a wonderful evening.

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  7. Doug

    Calgary2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another good experience at the Highwood ... We'll be back.

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  8. Micheline

    Calgary3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely lunch! The food was very good, the presentation was exquisite, and all the personnel was very attentive and professional. We were also given as much time as we wanted, and weren't rushed, which we appreciated. Thank you for a fun experience!

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  9. Gord

    Vancouver8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    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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  10. Gail

    Calgary7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was top shelf:) the server was especially pleasant, knowledgeable and attentive. Food was scrumptious and memorable too.

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The Highwood is rated 4.5 stars by 1869 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 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
  • Area
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • 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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