Best Casual Restaurants in Kensington

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1. Pulcinella

4.6

Exceptional(2328)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Kensington

Booked 27 times today

Executive Chef Domenic Tudda spent his childhood years learning of Italian cuisine while his family owned and operated Stromboli's restaurant in Calgary. He furthered his education by undergoing extensive culinary training in Italy and has been able to continue his parent's legacy of bringing unique and incredibly authentic Italian dining to Calgarians. One of the most revered of these ventures is Ristorante Pulcinella, where Domenic first earned distinction when his international training crossed borders and entered Calgary in the spring of 2006. One of the few APN (Associazione Pizzaioli Napolitani) certified pizzerias in the world, Domenic has been able to showcase his culinary skills, incredible wine knowledge, and passion for Italian cuisine to provide Calgary with a truly artistic, original and delicious experience not soon to be forgotten. Certainly not your classical North American pizza, it's definitely different, but definitely delicious.

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2. Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey

4.7

Exceptional(750)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Calgary

Booked 41 times today

Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey is a bbq joint in the heart of Kensington, Calgary, Alberta. Smoking our meat from 10-14 hours, people love our brisket but we have a selection of meats, trays and sides to choose from. Join us inside or out if the weather permits, or on our backyard whiskey garden open year round. Drinkwise we’ve got the largest whiskey list in town, and an ever-evolving cocktail list anchored by our smokey old-fashioned. We’ve also got a bunch of beer on tap, with some local favourites and international selects.

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3. Blanco Cantina – Calgary Kensington

4.5

Awesome(358)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Kensington

Booked 4 times today

Discover Blanco Cantina in Kensington, Calgary, your ultimate fiesta destination. Join us twice daily for Happy Hour, where you can enjoy fantastic deals on tequila and margaritas. Our vibrant restaurant is the perfect spot for late-night fun, with mouthwatering tacos and delicious Mexican inspired cuisine. Whether you're here for a casual meal or a lively night out, Blanco delivers a memorable restaurant experience with a lively atmosphere and unbeatable drink specials. Discover why our Kensington location is a local favourite for tacos, margaritas, and a fiesta that never stops!

4. Niko's Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(1375)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Calgary

Booked 13 times today

Located just minutes away from downtown Calgary, in trendy Kensington, Niko’s offers a diverse menu with big flavours at modest prices. Enjoy dinner and lunch seven days a week in our modern restaurant.Niko’s is perfect for sharing wine, stories and food with friends and family. The atmosphere is always lively and full of excitement!Please note that all reservations 6:00pm and earlier are welcome to dine until 7:30pm, as our second seating begins at that time.We will be closed for staff holidays from July 1st - July 11th. We will reopen with our regular hours starting on the 11th. Sorry for the inconvenience!

5. Bombay Tiger

4.6

Exceptional(15)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Calgary

Booked 6 times today

Indo-western Brunch & Honest Pan Indian Dinner, plus craft beer, wine & cocktails in the Heart of Kensington Calgary. We also have a cozy rear Patio available for summer.

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6. Original Joe's - Calgary - Kensington

4.4

Awesome(52)

Price: Moderate

• Canadian • Kensington

Booked 2 times today

Original Joe's is a place that welcomes everyone. We have craveable classics, down-to-earth vibes and a friendly team looking to brighten your day! Our OJ's in Kensington matches the vibe of the area-fun and bright! We're located on Kensington Road and are walking distance to many trendy stores, fun fitness studios and Riley Park. Here, you can stop for drinks before or after floating down the Bow River over the summer. In the winter, you can pop by on your way to or from a show at the Jubilee or Plaza Theatre. We're only 5 minutes away from SAIT and are easily accessible to the University of Calgary by transit. How are you supposed to study or focus in class on an empty stomach? We have twice daily happy hour, brunch on weekends and holidays and a welcoming atmosphere for all. Join us for a drink! We're down-to-earth and down the street.

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7. Fuwa Fuwa - KENSINGTON

3.9

Excellent(10)

Price: Moderate

• Dessert • Calgary

Have you tried our award winning fluffy Japanese Pancakes before? Fuwa Fuwa, meaning “fluffy fluffy” is located in the heart of Kensington, and we specialize in the art of creating the Japanese Soufflé Pancake. Our Pancakes are egg based and have a soft “melt in your mouth” texture. Don’t be surprised if they jiggle on camera! We also have an assortment of desserts including Burnt Top Cheesecakes, Roll Cakes, and Macarons along with our signature drinks and coffee. Come experience North America's largest soufflé pancake and dessert cafe for yourself :)

8. DOPO

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4.9

Exceptional(38)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Calgary

Booked 42 times today

DOPO, meaning 'after' in Italian, is an intimate dining experience in the lower level of Elizabeth Square on the corner of 34th Ave and 18th Street in Marda Loop, Calgary. Inspired by D.O.P, its predecessor restaurant, on Canada's Top 100 three years in a row, DOPO has been reimagined by Executive Chef, David Leeder and Owner, Tony Migliarese. With strong opinions from Mamma Rose, of course. Please note that our phone is not actively monitored. If you need to contact us, please email nina@dopyyc.com or message us on Instagram @dopo.yyc. Ci vediamo dopo!

9. Ten Foot Henry

4.8

Exceptional(6211)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Calgary

Booked 136 times today

An all day neighbourhood eatery that boasts bold new North American cuisine and vegetable anchored dishes. Ten Foot Henry bridges the gap between what you should be eating, and what you really want to eat.

10. Cardinale

4.7

Exceptional(1472)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Calgary

Booked 22 times today

Cardinale - An Italian Joint located in Victoria Park. Hand-crafted cocktail, fresh pasta, locally sourced meats & produce paired with fine wine. Street parking.

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Mary-Ann
Calgary / Southern Alberta •6 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Enjoyable atmosphere and food was great. Had good service.
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Blanco Cantina – Calgary KensingtonPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Kensington
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4.5
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Julius
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always a great spot. Booked a company event here and their service and food were fantastic.
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Hayden Block Smoke & WhiskeyPrice: Moderate• Barbecue• Calgary
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4.7
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Becky
Calgary / Southern Alberta •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our server Mike was fantastic! The food was perfection once again.
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PulcinellaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Kensington
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4.6
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Randy
Calgary / Southern Alberta •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Always a must stop when I am in Calgary. Great food. Great people. Thank you.
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Niko's BistroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Calgary
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4.7
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Nancy
Calgary / Southern Alberta •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 Nov 2024
Terrific meal, great flavors great valueamazing experience
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Bombay TigerPrice: Moderate• Indian• Calgary
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4.6

Best Casual Restaurants in Kensington

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183 restaurants available nearby

1. Pulcinella

2. Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey

3. Blanco Cantina – Calgary Kensington

4. Niko's Bistro

5. Bombay Tiger

6. Original Joe's - Calgary - Kensington

7. Fuwa Fuwa - KENSINGTON

8. DOPO

9. Ten Foot Henry

10. Cardinale

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