The hottest new restaurants and cafes you need to check out in Calgary
While the holidays usually mark a quiet time for many, the restaurant industry waits for no one, with plenty of brand-new additions opening in Calgary over the past few weeks.
Keeping track of the city’s new eateries can be tricky, so to help you out along the way, we’ve compiled a handy list of some of the most exciting additions that we’ll be hitting up ASAP.
So next time you’re looking to dine out, here are some of the hottest new spots that have recently opened in Calgary.
Francine’s
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After beginning its journey as a popular six-month pop-up at Meat & Bread, Francine’s has just opened its first permanent outpost in Chinatown.
The “petit French bar” concept is being brought to life by bar manager Nate Wry and chef Garrett Martin. Its menu focuses on showcasing old-world cocktails, spirits and aperitifs alongside tavern-focused and a concise menu of French-accented fare.
Address:Â 306 Centre St. S., Calgary
Lai Rai
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From the family behind popular spots, including Pho Dau Bo and Mot To, Lai Rai offers a taste of Vietnamese cuisine in the heart of the city.
Open for both lunch and dinner, fans will be pleased to see plenty of familiar favourites, including pho, vermicelli, banh mi, and pho grilled cheese, as well as plenty of new dishes to get acquainted with.
Address:Â #110 201 10th Ave. SE, Calgary
Sought x Found – Beltline
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Opening its first location in Crescent Heights in 2017, coffee roasters Sought x Found has just opened a brand-new outpost in the Beltline.
The spot offers a wide range of coffee beverages from espresso-based drinks, handbrewed coffee, and a great selection of decaf options for those who are more sensitive to caffeine.
The spot even offers specialty coffee flights where guests can sample different types of beans, showcased through various brewing techniques.
Address: Two Park Central – 1111 4th St. SW, Calgary
Craig’s Cookies
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Hailing from Toronto, Craig’s Cookies is known for its fully loaded cookies, packed with treats such as chunks of Mars Bars, peanut butter cups, and matcha white chocolate.
With up to 85 flavours, the only issue is narrowing down your selection.
Address:Â 835 17th Ave. SW, Calgary
Paradigm Spark
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Paradigm Spark, a Calgary-based specialty coffee roaster, has just opened its first standalone location at 422 11th Ave. SE.
While its main bar, which offers familiar beverages such as drip coffee and Original Creation drinks as well as snacks from its kitchen and baked goods from local partners, the experience bar offers single-origin pour-overs and premium teas.
Address:Â 422 11th Ave. SE, Calgary
Marugame Udon
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Calgary has finally got its first outpost of the world-famous Marugame Udon.
The fast-casual, 50-seat restaurant features a theatre-style kitchen, where diners will get a front row seat where they can watch the entire udon-making process from beginning to end.
Marugame Udon will be bringing some of its fan-favourite dishes to YYC, including its Kake Udon, Nikutama Udon, and the Chicken Katsu Curry with Udon. Each dish is made to order using freshly prepared udon noodles.
Address: CrossIron Mills – 261055 Crossiron Blvd., Rocky View County
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