Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Calgary

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Updated 05 November 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Italian cuisine in Calgary? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Carino

4.9

4.9 (1007)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Mission

About the restaurant

Carino is an Japanese and Italian fusion restaurant located in the Mission neighborhood in Calgary Canada. Japanese taste with Italian twist and vice versa.
All reservations are limited to 2 hours. Thank you for your understanding.

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Bradvip

Dined 3 days ago

It is my favorite restaurant in Calgary. And I eat a lot for work.

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Popular dish

Sakura Parfait

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Spicy "Wagyu Bolognese" Miso Ramen

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Nutella Basque Cheesecake

Vero Bistro Moderne

4.8

4.8 (2125)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Calgary

About the restaurant

Chef Jenny believes strongly in the importance of fresh, healthy food while supporting the local community and strives to create flavourful inspired cuisine using high quality ingredients sourced from a variety of trusted local producers. Featured small plates include black truffle arancini, ahi tuna crudo-horseradish aioli, kumquat salsa and the Signature Sweet Potato Gnocchi with wild boar bacon and gorgonzola, as well as more substantial offerings, such as house made tortellini stuffed with mortadella with a slow cooked pork ragu, Steak Frites-New York steak with peppercorn sauce, truffle parmesan frites, and the signature Seafood Platter!
Discover why we are rated the best restaurant in Calgary and fourth in Canada on TripAdvisor.

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Olesha

Dined 1 day ago

This is a phenomenal dining experience it’s intimate, but it has exquisitely plated , all the food is time to perfection, which is actually quite a feat, considering what’s on their surf and turf. Cocktails are exceptional ! I waited way too long to come here and I cannot wait to go back. The staff are absolutely lovely and quite accommodating. I would give this place six out of five. ! 👌🏽

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Experience

Seafood Platter Special - Every Thursday!

Lina's Trattoria

4.7

4.7 (49)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Calgary

About the restaurant

Lina’s Trattoria is about experiencing real Italian roots through our food.
Our dishes are crafted to make your heart feel good, reminiscent of the comforting meals you’d enjoy at a family gathering in Italy.
We offer a simple menu with seafood, small plates, pizza, pasta, and entrées, all prepared with the finest ingredients and a lot of love.

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Brettvip

Dined 2 days ago

I was visiting from Vancouver for the weekend and had an amazing experience! The food was fantastic, and the atmosphere was lively. Both the chef and the owner took the time to come over and chat with us. It was clear they genuinely cared about our experience. Highly recommend this spot!

Osteria Chef's Table

4.7

4.7 (352)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Calgary

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of trendy Kensington, at 201 10st NW Calgary, Osteria De Medici has been a fixture for the city's Authentic Italian culinary offerings for decades.

Long time chefs Giovanni and Michele took over the management of the restaurant in Calgary's Kensington district, keeping the Osteria de Medici tradition and incorporating their own twist to create Osteria Chef's Table.
Our beautiful dining room features a classic Italian Style atmosphere, crisp linens and comfortable seating.
The new menu features a combination of classic Italian dishes along with daily specials created by the Chefs. Osteria Chef’s Table is dedicated to offering exceptional service and the freshest ingredients available.

Giovanni and Michele frequent city markets, local growers and farmers to bring you only the best of locally sourced ingredients.
Osteria Chef's Table is open for Lunch and Dinner and is available to host your next event.

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Noelle

Dined on 17 Nov 2024

We had a wonderful evening celebrating our friend’s birthday and will absolutely be coming back, the food was amazing, the service was wonderful and it was actually pretty quite inside the restaurant which made it way easier to have good conversation!

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Popular dish

Linguini Pescatore

SS106 Aperitivo Bar

4.7

4.7 (356)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Calgary

About the restaurant

Welcome to SS106 Aperitivo Bar, a vibrant culinary destination inspired by the breathtaking 491 km stretch of coastline connecting Reggio Calabria to Taranto in Italy. Here, we celebrate the rich heritage of Southern Italian cuisine, bringing a slice of Italian lifestyle and social culture right to the heart of Calgary.

At SS106 Aperitivo Bar, we create not just meals but memorable experiences inspired by the warmth and convivial spirit of Italian dining. Join us and embrace the joy of food, drink, and conversation in a setting that embodies the essence of Southern Italy. Buon Appetito

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carol

Dined 4 days ago

This little gem of a local, authentic Italian restaurant is a must visit. The food is amazing, as is the service. Great value and charming ambiance. Will definitely go back.

Cardinale

4.8

4.8 (1473)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Calgary

About the restaurant

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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Alex

Dined 5 days ago

Cardinale is great. Reasonably priced food, great wine selection. Location is ideal for pre-hockey game meals or before a concert. Will continue to go for a great meal.

Niko's Bistro

4.7

4.7 (1376)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Calgary

About the restaurant

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!

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Randy

Dined 6 days ago

Always a must stop when I am in Calgary. Great food. Great people. Thank you.

Mercato - Mission

4.8

4.8 (1400)

CAN$51 and over

Italian

Calgary

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Mission, Mercato brings rustic Italian culture to Calgary. Guests can come in for lunch or head in for dinner and wine for a romantic evening or just to enjoy time with the family. Dishes are served family style, which means there is plenty to share with others in the group.

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Stephanie

Dined today

The food was delicious and the service was amazing. All the ingredients were so fresh and even the simplest menu items were incredible because of the quality of the ingredients! The mix of flavours was perfect and everything was perfectly seasoned.

Villa Firenze

4.7

4.7 (1591)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Downtown

About the restaurant

Welcome to Villa Firenze, where family tradition meets culinary excellence! With over 30 years of experience in authentic Italian cuisine, we take pride in crafting dishes that are a true celebration of flavour and heritage.

Indulge in our carefully curated menu, featuring homemade pastas, savoury entrees, and delectable desserts that are sure to delight your palate. Our welcoming ambiance radiates elegance and warmth, creating unforgettable dining experiences for our guests.

Make your dining experience even more special with our extensive and award-winning wine list, perfectly complementing every dish and enhancing your meal. Join us at Villa Firenze for a culinary journey that embraces tradition, taste, and the spirit of family. Discover why our guests keep coming back for more, as we blend sophistication with heartfelt hospitality to create cherished dining memories.

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Carol

Dined 1 day ago

For a birthday dinner it was an all around and excellent experience! Can’t wait to come by again

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