Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in Calgary / Southern Alberta

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Updated June 05, 2025

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afterEIGHT

5.0

5 (15)

CAN$51 and over

Speakeasy

Downtown

About the restaurant

Recognized by @Worlds50bestBars as one of the "11 Best Bar Openings of 2025."

afterEIGHT as the name implies is open ONLY after the EIGHT clientele departs. Entry is granted based on a first come, first-served basis as such reservations are limited
For those without a reservation The waitlist can be joined starting at 10 PM Thursday, Friday, and Saturday

Without a reservation to secure a seat:

1. Walk in and dial “8” on the secret “phone” to gain priority entrance
2. Or join the waitlist on OpenTable starting at 10 PM
3. Stay nearby for a text notification if a seat becomes available
4. Arrive within 10 minutes of the text. Seats will not be held

afterEIGHT is where Japanese precision and attention to detail meets western hospitality. The 15-foot vaulted arched ceilings, gilded in 10K gold, bathe the space in warm light. Every element, from the adobo wood bar, exclusive hand-blown Kimura stemware and bespoke seating has been carefully curated with intent - for you our guest.

Top review

AlissaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

We are obsessed with AfterEight! Randy has changed how we enjoy cocktails. A true masterpiece, each and every cocktail.

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Experience

A la Carte Reservation

Bar Gigi

4.9

4.9 (270)

CAN$51 and over

Wine Bar

Calgary

About the restaurant

Bar Gigi is a small space, with share plates, located in the old Halibut Hut building on Edmonton Trail and 9th Ave NE.

Due to our tiny size...we set aside the allotted amount of time for each party size:
2-4 people: 2 hours
5+ people: 2.5 hours
If you need more time, or want to contact us at all please reach out to (403)612-4487

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Laura

Dined on Jun 4, 2025

Fantastic experience overall. It’s evident that the staff behind Bar Gigi are very creative and mindful of each ingredient. The dishes were very unique and packed with flavour. The crispy squash and the prawn toast were notably delicious.

Eden - Rimrock Resort Hotel

4.9

4.9 (1382)

CAN$51 and over

Canadian

Banff

About the restaurant

Our AAA Five Diamond award winning restaurant is an exquisite dining experience, offering French cuisine with regional accents. Combined with Eden's Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence and ALTO Award winning service, this restaurant provides each guest with the finest in dining, service and scenic views in Banff. Sommeliers are on staff to offer the best wine pairing to complement the experience. Please check reservation for availability.

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doug

Dined 1 day ago

Service team was incredible! Sommelier Julian was awesome, food exquisite.

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Experience

Cellar Experience

Experience

6-Course Chef’s Tasting Menu

Master Beef Hot Pot

4.9

4.9 (23)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Asian

Calgary

About the restaurant

Master Beef serves up comforting hot pot built around Alberta AAA
beef, rich broths, and fresh ingredients. Whether you're a hot pot enthusiast or new to the experience, our friendly team will guide you through every step.

Enjoy our cozy, rustic space and pair your meal with premium drinks like Kirishima Aka Shochu, Kujira Ryukyu Whisky, rotating junmai and daiginjo sake, and popular Korean soju. A perfect spot for sharing great food, drinks, and moments.

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Venus

Dined 5 days ago

Quality food, a nice environment, and friendly service make this the best hotspot in Calgary. The soup base(Satay and kimchiSoyMilk) perfectly complements the Alberta beef, which is expertly cut and thoughtfully prepared. The vegetables are fresh, and the house-made herbal tea and imported cider create a perfect dining experience for our hotspot-loving dad. We had a wonderful Father's Day dinner. Thank you for everything! You can feel the passion behind running this business, which offers a quality Hong Kong dining experience that pairs beautifully with the famous Alberta beef. It was an exceptional outing in the city and definitely worth indulging the family for special occasions. 💝

Chili Club Thai House Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (126)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Asian

Calgary

About the restaurant

Chili Club Thai House Restaurant is an intricately decorated restaurant serving traditional Thai food. The restaurant has a charming décor which speaks of cultural heritage with a contemporary touch. The restaurant has warm ambience and a friendly atmosphere with cooperative waiting staff.

Some of the popular food choices at Chili Club Thai House Restaurant include swimming rama, Crying tiger, cashew chicken, panang duck curry, lemon grass prawns, lemon pepper vegetable curry, ginger chicken, green curry prawns, pad thai jay, and chili club special egg noodles. The place also serves appetizers, sides and salads. The Chili Club Thai House Restaurant also serves beer and wine with food options.

Top review

James

Dined on Jun 7, 2025

As usual, polite and prompt service followed by excellent authentic Asian delights.

Aama Nepalese Cuisine

5.0

5 (127)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Nepalese

Cochrane

About the restaurant

At Aama Nepalese Cuisines, we believe that authentic food is the true testament of a country's culture and history. Tucked away in an elegant setting in Cochrane, Alberta, the ambiance is warm and cozy, assuring the time spent here along with your family and friends would be absolutely worth it! Our staff is dedicated to making sure your evening is filled with delicious memories. When you dine at Aama Nepalese Cuisines, you are sure to see us often in your dreams! Our fresh and flavorful food will have you experience the greatest taste, satisfaction and happiness in life. We are committed to using the freshest and highest quality ingredients in all of our dishes. We source our ingredients locally and organically whenever possible to ensure that our customers are getting the best possible flavors and nutrients in every bite. We believe that this commitment to quality is what sets us apart and allows us to offer our customers the best possible dining experience.

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Greg

Dined today

Fabulous meal. Just plain delicious. Rich and beautifully prepared.

Après Canmore

4.9

4.9 (24)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

Canmore

About the restaurant

Great cocktails, wine, pizza, and speakeasy style dining.
We also offer a main street patio with epic views and are the perfect spot for group getaways.
Please note Apres Canmore is for those 18 years of age and over.

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DennisVIP

Dined 5 days ago

We ate on the patio. Delicious food, great service and great value!

Castello Italiana

4.8

4.8 (710)

CAN$30 and under

Unspecified

Banff

About the restaurant

Italian cuisine so fresh it's just like Nonna used to make it! Celebrate the freshest of ingredients and a broad wine list, Castello Italiana is where you can get everything from antipasti to hand-made pasta and everything in between.

Top review

Jennifer

Dined 2 days ago

Castellos is a chaming and cozy Italian restaurant with options for every member of the family and an excellent wine selection. Best service in Banff!

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4.9

4.9 (501)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

French

Calgary

About the restaurant

Purlieu is a French restaurant in the Oakridge community of Calgary, Alberta. The food is classic with dishes like Moules Frites, Coquille Saint Jacques & Steak au Poivre. The wines are French with a good selection from the Rhone Valley, Bordeaux and Champagne with a cocktail list focused on French and local spirits. At Purlieu, we're on the edge of the city, in the heart of the community.

Top review

Maureen

Dined 3 days ago

What a treasure Purlieu is. Our foursome all enjoyed our meals. Two were very pleased with the Cod which was an offering not on the menu. They declared it to be the best cod they’d ever had. The pork tenderloin, another specialty not on the menu, was delicious, as well. Our Steak Frites fan was not disappointed either. The Calamari enjoyed at the beginning of our meal was so light and tasty. We finished with the Crème Brûlée. Wonderful! We look forward to our next visit.

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Varbar by Moonlight & Eli

4.7

4.7 (27)

CAN$30 and under

Fondue

Calgary

About the restaurant

Expect something completely different! We are a neighbourhood spot, yet nothing is ordinary. We specialize in Champagne & Fondue but have been known to stray... Our love is Champagne, and we love to share our passion. We have flights and one off bottles and always have something interesting lurking somewhere. The majority of our menu is gluten free and we are also very vegetarian friendly. We have an ever growing alcohol free list so you can be free to do you! We are a place that takes pride in our very specific offerings. We love what we do and how we do it. With 10 seats for regular nights around 15 people for Private Bookings, we cater to the intimate. Can't wait to se you!

Top review

Celia

Dined today

The photos don't do it justice. The space is small but decorated beautifully and it makes for the space to be warm and cozy. The food was delicious and a perfect spot for our anniversary celebration.

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