Where to Eat YYC
Meet a pieman
For more than 40 years, Bob Whitworth has been baking up comfort with Simple Simon Pies. What began as a kitchen experiment is now a Calgary institution with flavours like Swiss chicken and [...]
For the love of pie
Pie has a way of connecting past and present, from ancient ovens to Calgary’s modern bakeries. What began as a way to preserve food has become a symbol of comfort and creativity, shaped [...]
Seriously large pie
Any way you slice it, a piece of pie can be good for the soul. Pie Cloud is marking the season with a creation that takes pie to new heights. The Big Orchard [...]
Celebrating World Vegetarian Day at Olea
World Vegetarian Day highlights just how vibrant and satisfying plant-forward dining can be. At Olea Restaurant, culinary director Ryan Blackwell and his team craft dishes that showcase vegetables with the same care and [...]
Best Tasting Menus in Calgary 2025
Calgary restaurants are embracing the art of the tasting menu, giving guests a chance to experience food in its most expressive form. Here are some of the city’s top spots to try one [...]
Bites with a view
High above the city, Bow & Bend Rooftop offers a fresh vantage point on Calgary dining. Sweeping river views, an open-air room filled with natural light, and a design that blends greenery with [...]
A place to gather
In Mount Pleasant, Our House blends vintage character with relaxed dining and hearty plates. Comfort classics get a thoughtful twist, from YiaYia’s Meatloaf to creative brunches and late-night bites. Photo Credit: Our [...]
Links to tradition
Spolumbo’s has been a Calgary favourite for more than three decades, serving up hearty Italian flavours with a local touch. What started with the classic Spicy Italian has grown into a lineup that [...]
Churning up tradition
Noto Gelato brings Italian tradition to Calgary with creamy, small batch scoops made the authentic way. Classics like pistachio and lemon sorbetto keep company with a rotating selection of inventive flavours. Photo [...]
Japanese Teppanyaki and BBQ experiences in Calgary
Teppanyaki brings theatre to the table with chefs cooking on a flat top grill in front of their guests ensuring dinner and entertainment all in one. Japanese barbecue offers a more hands-on experience [...]
The house that Nick built
Nick’s Steakhouse & Pizza has grown from one man’s dream into a family-run landmark where tradition, community and hearty plates come together. Decades later, the Petros family still carries on that legacy with [...]
Get cheesy
Empire Provisions has a knack for turning everyday classics into something special, and their Cheeseburger Smokies are one of those items. Crafted in Calgary and packed with big flavour, these all-in-one bites are [...]
Best Korean BBQ and Restaurants in Calgary
Korean cuisine continues to heat up Calgary’s food scene with bold flavours, sizzling BBQ, and comforting classics that draw crowds across the city. From bubbling hot pots to crispy fried chicken and tableside [...]
Nothing small about this bar
The corner spot in Bridgeland has a new look, but it still feels familiar. Small Bar has settled in where Cannibale once stood, keeping the spirit of the place alive with a more [...]
Where to Find Great Brisket in Calgary
From slow-smoked slices to saucy burnt ends, brisket is a barbecue staple, and Calgary knows how to do it right. With access to top-quality Alberta beef and a lineup of skilled pitmasters, the [...]
Grain to glass
Two Rivers Distillery is carving out its place in Calgary’s craft spirit scene with a focus on locally sourced ingredients and small-batch production. Tucked just off Macleod Trail, the distillery offers premium vodka [...]
Rooted in rice noodles
Tamarind Vietnamese Grill & Noodle House has been a Beltline favourite for 15 years, offering vegan takes on traditional Vietnamese comfort food. Known for its cozy atmosphere and generous portions, this family-run spot [...]
Where the wild flavours are
Mowgli’s Fresh Bakes and Ice Creams brings bold flavours and playful charm to Inglewood with tropical ice creams, inventive brunch and whimsical desserts. This new concept from chef Prasad Patil and team adds [...]
Stampede Whisky on Ice
Two beloved Alberta brands—Foothills Creamery and Eau Claire Distillery—have teamed up to churn out a boozy treat just in time for Stampede season.
A New Era of Parlour Rooms
Tucked behind a hidden door at Calgary’s ALT Hotel, after EIGHT Parlour offers an intimate cocktail experience reserved for night owls and fine spirit seekers. This moody eight-seat bar channels Japanese elegance, rare [...]
More than Beer
Bitter Sisters Brewing is a community-focused taproom founded by sisters Tracy and Jill Johnson, blending craft beer with a family-friendly vibe. With approachable brews, thoughtful food pairings, and a strong neighbourhood connection, it’s [...]
A bear hug
Half Hitch Brewing in Cochrane delivers laid-back vibes, hearty burgers, and refreshing craft beer like the popular Papa Bear Prairie Ale. Venture out of the city for a scenic ride, and a stop [...]
Best Caesar’s in Calgary
Calgary’s most iconic cocktail was born in 1969 and has been reinvented in bold and creative ways ever since. From seafood skewers to donair meat and even cupcakes, here are some must-try Caesars [...]
NOtaBLE Reimagined
After 15 years as a Calgary favourite, NOtaBLE is entering a bold new chapter. On June 17, it reopens as NOtaBLE ~ The Steakhouse, bringing Alberta beef to the forefront while keeping a [...]