Villa Firenze

Name: Villa Firenze
Address: 610 1st Ave NE, Calgary, AB, Canada, T2E 0B6
Telephone: (403) 264-4297
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1237 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Italian

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Please note that we will be closed for the month of July, re-opening August 2nd. TOTO Pizza will continue to be open from 5:00-9:00pm every Thursday, Friday and Saturday. We are looking forward to serving you soon!

Since 1991 Villa Firenze restaurant has provided a welcoming, elegant, and reliable dining experience. It is renowned for its signature Portobello Mushroom dish, and its fabulous home style Italian cooking.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 21, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(403) 264-4297

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(403) 264-4297
Website
http://www.villafirenze.ca/
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Joe Nicastro
Private party facilities
Villa Firenze offers exceptional catering and engaging service that will make your event stand out from the rest. We are dedicated to providing a personalized planning experience in order to create the most memorable event.
Private party contact
Private Dining Coordinator: (403) 264-4297

Location
610 1st Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 0B6
Neighbourhood
Downtown
Cross Street
between 4th St NE and Edmonton Trail NE
Parking Details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Insalata Mista$9.25
Mixed greens in our house dressing
Cesare$10.95
Romaine lettuce in our house made caesar dressing with croutons
Cesare al Pesto$12.95
A traditional caesar with a touch of pesto
Insalata di Pomodori$14.95
Fresh tomatoes, onions, green peppers and baby bocconcini in balsamic vinaigrette

Antipasti

Bruschetta$9.50
Toast topped with fresh tomatoes and herbs
Crostini al Salmone$10.95
Smoked salmon and cream cheese on toast
Salsicce alla Calabrese$12.95
Home-made spicy italian sausage in fresh tomato sauce
Lumache in Padella$12.95
Escargot in chef's sauce
Kiwi Mussels$12.95
Large New Zealand mussels oven baked with fresh herbs
Calamaretti$15.95
Squid rings in a light tomato sauce
Cozza Marinara$14.95
Black mussels in tomato sauce
Gamberetti al Cognac$16.95
Jumbo shrimp in cognac and butter sauce
Scampi$18.95
Scampi in white wine sauce

Pasta al Forno

Lasagna al Forno$23.95
traditional lasagna with mortadella, capicollo ham and ground veal baked in a rosé sauce, with swiss and mozzarella cheese
Cannelloni alla Fiorentina$22.95
Spinach, mozzarella and ground veal in home-made pasta, baked in a rosé sauce
Pasta della Casa$21.95
Pasta shells stuffed with ricotta and spinach in tomato sauce

Pasta

Spaghetti alla Villa Firenze$20.95
Spaghetti in rosé sauce with sun dried tomatoes and mushrooms
Spaghetti Puttanesca$20.95
Spaghetti with olives and capers in spicy tomato sauce
Penne Arrabbiata$19.95
Penne in spicy tomato sauce
- w sausage$22.95
Penne in Barca$18.95
Penne in cream with baby clams
Penne al Domenico$20.95
Penne in rosé sauce with capicollo ham and oyster mushrooms, topped with green onions
Penne alla Marinara$29.95
Penne with assorted seafood in tomato sauce or saffron sauce
Fettuccine al Pesto$19.95
Fettuccine in our basil, garlic and pine nut sauce
Fettuccine alla Toscana$21.95
Fettuccine in rosé sauce with spinach and mushrooms
Linguine con Vongole$20.95
Linguine with clams in tomato sauce or white wine sauce
Linguine di Spinaci al Musculi$21.95
Spinach linguine with oyster mushrooms and black mussels in tomato sauce
Linguine di Spinaci al Gamberi$25.95
Spinach linguine in cream with bruschetta and jumbo tiger prawns
Pappardelle con Prociutto Cotto e Piselli$20.95
Wide fettuccine pasta with capicollo ham and peas
Pappardelle con Salmone Affumicato$23.95
Wide fettuccine pasta in a creamy smoked salmon sauce
Tortellini alla Panna$21.95
Tortellini stuffed with veal in a cream sauce
Gnocchi alla Bolognese$22.95
Hand-made potato dumplings in a tomato meat sauce
Gnocchi Pesto alla Panna$23.95
Hand-made potato dumplings in a cream sauce with home-made pesto

Piatti di Carne

Petto di Pollo alla Griglia$25.95
Boneless breast of chicken grilled with fresh herbs
Petto di Pollo al Limone$26.95
Boneless breast of chicken in white wine lemon sauce
Petto di Pollo alla Panna$26.95
Boneless breast of chicken in mushroom cream sauce
Involtini di Pollo$27.95
Capicollo ham and provolone rolled with breast of chicken in white wine sauce
Vitello alla Villa Firenze$27.95
Veal rolled with capicollo ham and provolone in green peppercorn sauce
Vitello alla Parmigiana$27.95
Veal layered with parmigiana and capicollo ham, baked in tomato sauce
Vitello al Champagne$26.95
Veal sautéed in champagne cream sauce
Vitello al Marsala$26.95
Veal sautéed in marsala wine with mushrooms
Vitello al Gorgonzola$29.95
Veal sautéed in gorgonzola cream sauce with oyster mushrooms
Vitello alla Griglia con Gamberoni$32.95
Grilled veal with tiger prawns
Abbacchio alla Villa Firenze$39.95
Full rack of lamb in rosemary

Piatto di Mare

Scampi con Risotto Pomodori$39.95
6 scampi in white wine butter with tomato basil risotto

Risotto

Risotto al Pomodori$19.95
Tomato basil
Risotto al Pomodori$23.95
Portobello, button and oyster mushrooms in tomato sauce
Risotto al Gorgonzola$27.95
Gorgonzola cream sauce

What 1,237 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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Calgary / Southern Alberta
Italian
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ShaunP
Calgary
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food4service4ambience5
I recently had a family dinner at Villa Firenze. The food, ambience and service were all excellent. It is an evening and you are certainly not rushed at all. Not the place however if you are in a hurry. The only complaint from our group was that the tiger prawns in the linguine gamberi were more like medium sized shrimp and only a few of them in the dish.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food is delicious, and the service top-notch.
VC
VoelkCher
Calgary
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent as usual, our go to pasta place
KM
KaleM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best Italian I've been to in Calgary. Service was perfect, Had the privilege to have the owner help us, and she was awesome. As well as the other staff we encountered. Price good for what you are getting, building is very nice. The ingredients were so fresh. You can tell that it's all handmade and that a lot of effort and care has gone into that, you can taste it in the food. Best Caesar salad I have ever had. Found out dressing is handmade by the Owner daily. My absolute new favorite Italian place in Calgary no question.
SS
ShellyS
Calgary
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another great dinner at Vikle Firenze. The portobello mushrooms are always a favourite. The staff all wonderful.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I took my wife for her 30th birthday. The food was amazing it didn’t disappoint
C
Coriander
Calgary
45 reviews
3.0
45 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience2
Prices have gone up, quality has gone down. Compared to our last visit, food was mediocre and overpriced. Dessert was the best part. And per the manager, we were charged for pop refills (served in highball glasses, mostly ice) so we were charged $19 for the equivalent of 2 cans. We will not return.
K
Kevin
Calgary
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Most amazing food and service. We have dined here before but it seemed even more special this time. If you want traditional delicious Italian food at a great price then go to Villa Firenze
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
4 reviews
vip
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience4
I had very high expectations but was really disappointed. It was just very ok. Nothing was terrible but nothing was good. Very very average flavor and our whole group came out quite unsatisfied. I definitely would not go back. Gentleman who greeted us was very nice and server was kind. Ambience was good and wine was good. But unfortunately food needs a huge improvement.
C
Charlie
Calgary
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a pleasure to have an outstanding meal at your establishment. Friendly staff and great service. Keep up the hard work.
J
Janicem
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went for the veal dishes and were not disappointed!!!
S
Scorpio57
Calgary
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always an amazing meal at Villa Firenze! The service is wonderful too, so welcoming and friendly!
MS
MarcelaS
Calgary
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
They were very short staffed due to illnesses and had only 2 servers for the entire restaurant. They went above and beyond service wise. So friendly and helpful and didn’t miss a beat ! Excellent food and portions healthy enough hubby and I had to box some up !! Will go back over and over again !
GR
GrahamR
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
A busy day as Valentine's day so a bit noisier though service and food were very good. My first time at this location and would go back again. Service was always there with water, and filling wine, and meal came out in good quite quickly. No complaints....other than parking was a bit tight though like I mentioned , a busy day.
TT
TimmyTrumpet
Calgary
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
A bit pricey but good overall
SS
SuSe
Calgary
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience5
Valentines dinner, every year
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none
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Excellent evening. 3/4 meals perfect. 1/4 not cooked as hoped. Did not say anything as rest of the meal/service was excellent.
DH
DHT1
Calgary
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 4, 2023
overall1food1service3ambience4
We’ve been regulars here but our last visit is going to be our last. My wife’s Veal Cannelloni had practically NO VEAL (probably less that 50 cents worth) and whatever they diluted it with was disgusting. She barely ate half of it. We did bring it up to the waitress’s and the owner’s attention and they just shrugged it off. Not even an apology or anything. We still ended up paying the full $29 price. Definitely disappointed with the attitude. I guess they just don’t care anymore. Judging from all the other recent reviews, they’re just coasting on their past reputation. Stay away.
RR
ReneeR
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been going here for 15 years - it is always fabulous! I can’t wait to be back.
AO
AdamO
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and amazing food. The mushroom starter was amazing!
D
Delo
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was great and very good service. The waitress was attentive, the food was timely and all staff was very personable! Very nice experience.
C
Csidegirl
Vancouver
117 reviews
vip
5.0
117 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was absolutely delicious! At our table we shared the mushroom and a Caesar salad. Our main dishes were veal and sea bass. The flavours were amazing, expertly prepared and steaming hot. We rounded the meal off with amazing tiramisu. This restaurant consistently provides a special occasion, even on a normal Wednesday evening. Business dinner, family meal or date night, always a treat!
AT
AmyT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is absolutely amazing! Truly the best Italian place in the city (that I've ever been to actually). We have been going for years and they never disappoint. We always get the amazing mushroom appetizer (1 each!). Fresh baked focaccia bread for left over sauce dipping! Freshly made pasta in house. What more could you ask for? I recommend to all my friends and family.
HK
HeatherK
Calgary
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always the food and service was impeccable! Always a pleasure to go to Ville Firenze!
SB
SpencerB
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall2food2service5ambience2
The food wasn't actually very good. Our waiter was excellent though.
PG
PamelaG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious. Service was exemplary. 10/10 would highly recommend
AJ
AmandaJ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was amazing and very tasty. Really one of the best restaurants in calgary! The lights were a little dim but it was a great experience and would definitely go there again. The service was wonderful and outstanding, they were very friendly and helpful.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Great place to eat. Noisy to start but died off with the dinner crowd.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved it! So delicious!
K
Kim343
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
We love Firenze! Come here every year for our anniversary. This 22nd year did not disappoint. It never does
S
Sharon
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious as usual. This has been our favourite dining spot for more than 30 years. Staff is congenital and the owner makes her guests feel welcome and special. Thanks for making our evening so special.
JT
JillT
Calgary
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely dinner! Service was exceptional and the pasta is great. We'll be back!
DM
DonM
Vancouver
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience3
We eat here regularly but this last visit was the loudest. Prices have definitely risen but food is always top notch. Definitely reserve a week in advance. Popular and busy.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service! Very enjoyable.
T
Traveller
Edmonton
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
They never disappoint. Very good meals, with great service and a friendly ambience.
C
Char
Calgary
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious, the service was outstanding!
DB
DonnaB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Villa Firenze never fails to deliver; the best food, service and value. My friends and I have been coming to Villa Firenze for over 15 years and it's always reliable in that the food tastes fantastic, staff are always very accommodating and the restaurant has a great atmosphere.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service. Enjoy coming here.
LG
LynnG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Celebrating a 55th birthday! I returned to this restaurant after previously being treated to a birthday dinner here which impressed me very much. We ere not disappointed as the food, wine and ambience was just as I remembered it to be. The young lady who was our server was amazing, friendly, fun and very attentive. We were not rushed through our meal and the room was warm and cozy. Thank you for the great time!
SG
ShelleyG
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always enjoy it here. Food and service were very good. We were the last ones to leave and they did not make us feel pressured in any way. Very nice evening with old friends.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers

FAQs

Villa Firenze offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (403) 264-4297.

Villa Firenze is rated 4.8 stars by 1237 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 21, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(403) 264-4297

610 1st Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 0B6

Additional information

Cross Street
between 4th St NE and Edmonton Trail NE
Neighbourhood
Downtown
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Parking Details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Executive Chef
Joe Nicastro
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.villafirenze.ca/
Phone number
(403) 264-4297
Private party facilities
Villa Firenze offers exceptional catering and engaging service that will make your event stand out from the rest. We are dedicated to providing a personalized planning experience in order to create the most memorable event.
Private party contact
Private Dining Coordinator: (403) 264-4297

Villa Firenze

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

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Insalate

Insalata Mista$9.25

Cesare$10.95

Cesare al Pesto$12.95

Insalata di Pomodori$14.95

Antipasti

Bruschetta$9.50

Crostini al Salmone$10.95

Salsicce alla Calabrese$12.95

Lumache in Padella$12.95

Kiwi Mussels$12.95

Calamaretti$15.95

Cozza Marinara$14.95

Gamberetti al Cognac$16.95

Scampi$18.95

Pasta al Forno

Lasagna al Forno$23.95

Cannelloni alla Fiorentina$22.95

Pasta della Casa$21.95

Pasta

Spaghetti alla Villa Firenze$20.95

Spaghetti Puttanesca$20.95

Penne Arrabbiata$19.95

Penne in Barca$18.95

Penne al Domenico$20.95

Penne alla Marinara$29.95

Fettuccine al Pesto$19.95

Fettuccine alla Toscana$21.95

Linguine con Vongole$20.95

Linguine di Spinaci al Musculi$21.95

Linguine di Spinaci al Gamberi$25.95

Pappardelle con Prociutto Cotto e Piselli$20.95

Pappardelle con Salmone Affumicato$23.95

Tortellini alla Panna$21.95

Gnocchi alla Bolognese$22.95

Gnocchi Pesto alla Panna$23.95

Piatti di Carne

Petto di Pollo alla Griglia$25.95

Petto di Pollo al Limone$26.95

Petto di Pollo alla Panna$26.95

Involtini di Pollo$27.95

Vitello alla Villa Firenze$27.95

Vitello alla Parmigiana$27.95

Vitello al Champagne$26.95

Vitello al Marsala$26.95

Vitello al Gorgonzola$29.95

Vitello alla Griglia con Gamberoni$32.95

Abbacchio alla Villa Firenze$39.95

Piatto di Mare

Scampi con Risotto Pomodori$39.95

Risotto

Risotto al Pomodori$19.95

Risotto al Pomodori$23.95

Risotto al Gorgonzola$27.95

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