13 upcoming Calgary restaurant openings to look forward to
The year might be slowly drawing to an end, but Calgary’s food scene waits for no one, with plenty more exciting openings on the horizon.
From the expansion of local favourites to brand-new concepts, there’s a huge influx of restaurants, cafes, and eateries on the way, and personally, we can’t wait.
So if you’re wondering what’s ahead to look forward to, here are the newest spots making their way to Calgary.
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
Tony Roma’s
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After pulling a vanishing act from Calgary’s dining scene, it appears 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
UNA Pizza + Wine – Crowfoot Crossing
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The Calgary fan-favourite pizza spot will be opening a new takeout location in Crowfoot Crossing later this year.
Known primarily for its California-style pies, the spot will offer plenty of UNA favourites such as pizza, pasta and salads, from the convenient new takeout location to enjoy at home or on the go.
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.
Address: 150 9th Ave. SW, Calgary
Saint Vincent
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Saint Vincent, a new neighbourhood steakhouse, is gearing up to open in Marda Loop, with the spot slated to open this fall.
Its founders have a pretty stacked resume already, as the original owners of UNA Pizza + Wine, and closed-but-never-forgotten spots including Bread and Circus Trattoria, Frenchie Wine Bar, and Ox and Angela.
Address: Marda Loop, 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.
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
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 list 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
Tidbit Cookies & Pomo Juice
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Previously available to order online or at markets around the city, Tidbit Cookies is set to open a permanent outpost in the Plus 15 of Intact Place West Tower.
The spot is known for its small-batch brown butter cookies, with both classic and stuffed varieties. As well as its cookies, the team is also launching a new juice and smoothie concept, Pomo Juice, in the same location.
Address: Intact Place West Tower, Calgary
AURUM
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AURUM will be setting up shop at 121 8th Ave. SW, sandwiched between Stephen Avenue favourites, including FinePrint and Bank & Baron.
While not much is known about the space just yet (including, crucially, when it’s going to open), we do know the spot will offer elevated cocktails, an intimate atmosphere, and refined interiors.
Address: 121 8th Ave. SW, Calgary
Big Buns Club
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Big Buns Club is set to open its first storefront in Calgary’s Montgomery neighbourhood, and it’s slated to open this fall.
Its soft and fluffy cinnamon buns are available in both full-size and adorable little minis, with long-time flavours such as salted pecan and churro, as well as seasonal picks.
Address: 4537 Bowness Rd. NW, Calgary
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