Guy Fieri is coming to Calgary — where to see him, and how to eat like the famous chef
Brace yourselves, Calgary, as foodie royalty is heading to town next month.
Iconic American restaurateur and TV personality Guy Fieri is set to touch down in YYC to host the sixth annual Cowboys BBQ Cook-Off on Thursday, July 10, 2025.
The Mayor of Flavortown is back by popular demand, having first hosted the event back in 2019. As part of the legendary cook-off, BBQ grillmasters and pros will battle it out to impress Fieri with their best pork and beef rib recipes. They’ll also be judged on their unique flavours and team spirit.
Best of all, fans will be able to join in the fun, with the event kicking off at 2 p.m. Tickets start from $39.99 per person.
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Over the years, the host of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives has spent plenty of time in Cowtown exploring the city’s dining scene. If you’re looking for the full Fieri experience, we’ve also put together an itinerary of some of his top spots in the city.
Heaven Restaurant & Market
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This underrated spot on 17th Avenue specializes in Latin and Venezuelan cuisine, and all of the food is gluten-free. Dished went into the restaurant to sample some of the dishes Fieri picked up, including the Venezuelan dish Pabellon Criollo and the Pataconwhich, and they both lived up to the hype.
Address: #119 – 1013 17th Ave. SW, Calgary
Saffron Street
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During his visit to YYC, Fieri was also spotted at one of Calgary’s best Indian restaurants, Saffron Street. Located inside First Street Market, the spot offers a wide range of Indian street foods, including Kati rolls and Thali (larger plates) with curries such as Butter Chicken and Prawn Vindaloo.
Address: First Street Market – 1327 1st St. SW, Calgary
Calgary Momo House
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This spot offers Nepali cuisine, featuring a variety of momos on the menu. With plates of steaming dumplings and larger dishes such as Himalayan Butter Chicken, Chow Mein, and traditional Nepali Thali, it’s well worth a trip for any Calgarian.
Address: 4310 104 Ave. NE #2150, Calgary
Address: 20 Crowfoot Cres. NW #410, Calgary
Salt & Pepper
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Fieri was also spotted filming at Mexican restaurant Salt & Pepper while visiting Cowtown. The spot, which opened in the 1980s, offers a variety of Mexican dishes, including tacos, enchiladas, tortas, burritos, and more.
Address: 6515 Bowness Rd. NW, Calgary
Pure Street Food
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Pure Street Food, the sister restaurant to Pure Kitchen Bar, is tucked away in First Street Market, but it offers some of the most delicious, fresh Vietnamese street food around.
One of its most famous snacks is the sesame-topped savoury donuts that are stuffed with pork, chicken, beef, or tofu, as well as fresh veggies.
Address: First Street Market – 1327 1st St. SW, Calgary
The Moose and Poncho
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Fieri certainly made his way around First Street Market, making a pit stop at The Moose and Poncho. The spot is renowned for its authentic Mexican cuisine, particularly its tacos.
With favourites such as carnitas and birria, it’s a must-visit for fans of Mexican cuisine.
Address: First Street Market – 1327 1st St. SW, Calgary
Cowboys BBQ Cook-Off
When: Thursday, July 10, 2025
Where: Cowboys Park (formerly Shaw Millennium Park) – 1220 9th Ave. SW, Calgary
Price: $39.99 per person; buy tickets
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