Family-owned Italian restaurant in Calgary is changing ownership after 20 years
It’s the end of an era after a phenomenal run for a longstanding Italian restaurant in Calgary.
Niko’s Bistro, a family-owned spot in Kensington, has revealed that they had made the difficult decision to sell the restaurant after 20 years.
The intimate restaurant, which first opened in 2006, was brought to life by owner Niko Miletic, who moved to YYC from Dubrovnik in the 1990s. After working his way up from dishwasher to head chef at notable Calgary restaurants, Miletic branched out and opened Niko’s Bistro.
The Miletic family will be bowing out of Niko’s Bistro this month, with the family’s final dinner service set to take place on May 30.
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“We cannot begin to thank our loyal community for the tremendous support you have shown us over the years. We have watched your children grow up, celebrated your milestones, and built friendships that we will keep forever. We loved what we did, because it meant we got to come to work and see you,” the family said in an Instagram post.
While the Miletic family will be stepping away from Niko’s Bistro, Calgarians won’t have to say goodbye, as it was confirmed that new ownership has already been secured, leading the neighbourhood spot into a new era.
“While weāre emotional to close this chapter and say our goodbyes, we are excited to share that we have sold our bistro to the Bergfeldt family. Please join us in warmly welcoming Troy and family, and wishing them all the success as they carry on this legacy.”
For those looking to say farewell to the current iteration of Niko’s Bistro, there are still a few days left to pay them a visit.
Niko’s Bistro
Address: 1241 Kensington Rd. NW, Calgary
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