20 upcoming Calgary restaurant openings to look forward to
Sound the alarm! Calgary has a ton of new restaurants set to open in the city over the coming months.
If you’re anything like us, your to-eat list is probably dozens of restaurants deep at this point, but there’s still plenty of new and delicious spots on the way.
So if you’re wondering what’s ahead for YYC’s restaurant scene, here are the newest restaurants, bars and cafes making their way to the city.
iQ Food Co
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iQ Food Co. has revealed that its first restaurant in Western Canada is set to open in Calgary, as the brand has secured a spot at The Core.
If you’re unfamiliar with iQ, it offers a large menu of “nourishing, clean-eating dishes” including veggie and protein-packed bowls, smoothies, sandwiches, soups, and more.
Address: The Core Shopping Centre – 324 8th Ave. SW, Calgary
Mount Pleasant Vintage
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The prestigious Vancouver cocktail bar, grill and thrift shop is expanding into YYC. Its new location in the Beltline is slated to open this summer.
Address: 1207 1st St. SW, Calgary, Alberta
Pastiche
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Pastiche is the newest project being brought to life by the pair behind Love Damian, Chef Kyle Opel and sommelier Jason Exton, taking over the space when Jin Bar closes this month.
Touted as a chef-driven wine bar, expect shared plates and an epic wine list to boot. It’s slated to open in July.
Address: 24 4th St. NE, Calgary
Tony Roma’s
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After a vanishing act from Calgary’s dining scene, it appears as if Tony Roma’s is preparing for a comeback. Signage for the restaurant chain has appeared at 601 8th Ave. SW, the space that Mister M previously occupied.
In case you’re unfamiliar with Tony Roma’s, it’s perhaps best known for its signature baby back ribs, its “World-Famous” onion loaf, and classic potato soup. The spot also serves a selection of seafood, steaks, handhelds and more.
Address: 601 8th Ave. SW, Calgary
Wingstop
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While Wingstop has just opened its first location at Deerfoot Meadows, another is set to open at CF Chinook Centre. It’s going to have some pretty cool features, including a live DJ booth and modern interior elements to support the high-foot-traffic spot.
Address: CF Chinook Centre – 6455 Macleod Tr., Calgary
Alva
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Alva, a new Canadiana-themed restaurant, will be a new 6,000-square-foot space with 50-foot ceilings, featuring a large bar in the centre of the room, as well as lots of cozy seating.
In addition to its indoor dining area, Alva will also be utilizing some of the outdoor space in front of The Edison, with a two-tiered south-facing patio, with some seating at street level and some around four feet above, where there will also be a canopy to protect from the rain as well as the sun.
The spot is slated to open this summer.
Address: 150 9th Ave. SW, Calgary
Petalo
Petalo, which means petal in Italian, will be featuring “fresh, light, vibrant” contemporary Italian cuisine, with influences from the Mediterranean.
As well as a new menu, the former Franca space will be transformed with new textiles, greenery, lighting, and a brand-new bar with seating.
Address: 3811 Edmonton Trl. NE #100, Calgary
Native Tongues – Bridgeland
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Long-time Calgary favourite Native Tongues will be setting up shop in Bridgeland very soon, marking its fourth outpost in the city.
Expect plenty of tacos, margaritas, and everything in between.
Address: Bridgeland, Calgary
Amato Gelato – West Springs
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Just in time for ice cream season, Amato Gelato is gearing up to open a brand-new location in the West Springs neighbourhood.
The spot is famous for its desserts and, of course, its gelato, which comes in dozens of flavours.
Address: West Springs, Calgary
Ryuko – Beacon Hill
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Ryuko, the ultra-popular Japanese restaurant, is heading to the northwest with its newest outpost on the way to Beacon Hill.
The spot is well known for its menu of modern Japanese dishes such as sushi, sashimi, katsu, udon, and more.
Address: 210, 12024 Sarcee Tr. NW, Calgary
Analog Coffee– University District
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Fresh off its Banff expansion, Analog Coffee will be opening a brand-new Calgary location, this time in the University District, and is expected to open in the fall.
Guests will be able to get their hands on coffee shop classics like Americanos, cappuccinos and lattes, or elevate their coffee-drinking experience with a pour-over. Analog also serves tons of delicious baked goods and pastries.
Address: University District, Calgary
Whisk & Kettle
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In spectacular news for the matcha-loving community, Whisk & Kettle, a new matcha cafe, is on its way to the city.
Shake Shack – Macleod Trail
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Just weeks after opening in the CF Chinook Centre, Shake Shack is gearing up to open a brand-new outpost this fall, which will be the first in Canada with a drive-thru.
Address: 9253 Macleod Tr. SW, Calgary
Hunter
Hunter, Concorde’s new steakhouse concept, is opening its first outpost in Canmore in June, but the restaurant will also be opening in Calgary this fall. It’ll be heading to the Local 522 space.
Address: 522 6th Ave. SW, Calgary
The Bro’Kin Yolk – Deerfoot Meadows
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The Bro’Kin Yolk, a staple for breakfast and brunch, has revealed that it’s set to open its sixth location, with the newest addition anticipated to open in Deerfoot Meadows this fall.
“We can’t wait to break even more yolks in Calgary, serve up brunch, and become part of your community,” the team said in an Instagram post.
Address: 33 Heritage Meadows Way SE, Calgary
Made By Marcus – Greenwich Village
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Made By Marcus has teased that a brand-new location is on the way in Greenwich Village, with the spot slated to open this summer.
“We’re working hard to get everything ready so you can enjoy ice cream this summer in Greenwich Village,” Made By Marcus said in an Instagram post.
Flat Boy Burgers
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A popular Edmonton smash burger spot, Flat Boy Burgers, is set to open its first Calgary location soon.
Its concise menu is made for burger lovers, featuring single, double or triple stacked certified Angus beef smash patties, American cheese, lettuce, onion, tomato, pickles, and its Flat Sauce, on a toasted bun. There are also vegan and veggie patties.
An Sang
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An Sang, a brand-new spot for Vietnamese breakfast, is gearing up to open in the old Ramen Taka space on 17th Avenue.
There’ll be dishes from all over Vietnam, including Pho from Northern Vietnam, Central Vietnam’s Bun Bo Hue, and broken rice platters from Southern Vietnam.
Another dish that’s set to appear on the menu is Bo Ne, a sizzling beef plate, combining quality Alberta beef with classic Vietnamese flavours.
Address: 843 17th Ave. SW, Calgary
Lime’s
After a string of successful pop-ups across the city, Lime’s will be opening a new space on 17th Avenue.
The Miami-style cocktail bar will be serving up Caribbean and Southern flavours, and it will hopefully be opening in the fall.
Address: 524 17th Ave. SW, Unit 101, Calgary
Kazu Yakitori
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Rounding out the host of new spots opening on 17th Avenue is Kazu Yakitori.
Touted as the “new standard of Yakitori in Calgary,” Kazu is gearing up to open this fall, so watch this space.
Address: 508 17th Ave. SW, Calgary
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