Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Calgary

OpenTable

Updated July 05, 2025

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

L'Olivo Cicchetti & Lounge

4.9

4.9 (31)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Inglewood

About the restaurant

L'Olivo is Calgary's newest culinary destination, where we invite you to immerse yourself in a Venetian-inspired lifestyle through the art of cicchetti. More than just small plates, cicchetti embodies a traditional social ritual, a way of life where friends gather, share stories, and appreciate small bites alongside simple and enjoyable drinks. At L'Olivo, we’re bringing this unique and lively experience to Calgary, creating excellent moments for our guests.

Beyond extraordinary cicchetti, L'Olivo offers a sophisticated lounge experience. Our curated list of cocktails and wines sets us apart, featuring both classic Italian selections and unique mixtures designed to complement our culinary offerings. Whether you're seeking a pre-dinner aperitivo or a relaxed evening of drinks, our lounge is designed to be your local, trendy spot in town.

Top review

KevinVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Amazing Authentic Italian Food. Great Value and high quality food with beautiful presentation. Highly recommend we will be back!

Osteria Chef's Table

4.9

4.9 (406)

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.

Top review

Natalya

Dined 3 days ago

Nice place. Very delicious Italian food. Good service and ambience. Reserved parking was very useful.

Mercato - Mission

4.8

4.8 (1560)

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.

Top review

Lynn

Dined 3 days ago

Always great to eat at Mercato Mission. Great food, great service

Discover more

4.9

4.9 (1124)

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. To clearly determine responsibility in the unlikely event of food poisoning or other issues, we kindly ask that no outside food to be brought in. Thank you for your understanding.

Top review

Breanna

Dined 1 day ago

First time dining at Carino, and will definitely be back. The tonkotsu curry carbonara was absolutely amazing. Would go back just for that. Our server Jaden (I think) was also very knowledgeable and friendly.

Discover more

Popular dish

Sakura Parfait

Popular dish

Spicy "Wagyu Bolognese" Miso Ramen

Popular dish

Nutella Basque Cheesecake

Vero Bistro Moderne

4.8

4.8 (2170)

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.

Top review

Ron

Dined 1 day ago

The food was excellent . Service very professional and friendly.

Discover more

Experience

Spring Prix Fixe Gourmet Experience (Optional)

Experience

Seafood Platter Special - Every Thursday!

Villa Firenze

4.8

4.8 (1672)

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.

Top review

Leigh

Dined 1 day ago

I love coming to this restaurant! The staff are friendly, and knowledgeable! They make suggestions and create a great experience. The food is always exceptional, you will not be disappointed.

Discover more

Popular dish

Tiramisu

Popular dish

Cannelloni alla Fiorentina

Love Damian

4.8

4.8 (27)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Downtown

About the restaurant

Love Damian, a Pop-up restaurant inside Meat & Bread, Calgary

Top review

DarrenVIP

Dined on Jul 10, 2025

Amazing experience for me and my guests this week during stampede. Will be back. Thank you for the memorable experience.

Cardinale

4.8

4.8 (1574)

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.

Top review

JoselinVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Nice! Food amazing service excellent I recommend it 100%

DOPO

4.8

4.8 (350)

CAN$51 and over

Italian

Calgary

About the restaurant

DOPO, meaning 'after' in Italian, is an intimate dining experience in the lower level of Elizabeth Square in Marda Loop, Calgary. Inspired by D.O.P, its predecessor restaurant, DOPO has been reimagined by Executive Chef, David Leeder and Owner, Tony Migliarese. With strong opinions from Mamma Rose, of course.

Our phone is not actively monitored and we don't have a voicemail. Please use OpenTable Messages to contact our team with any changes or reservation cancellations.

If you need to contact us, please text (403) 826-6594, email info@dopoyyc.com, or message us on Instagram @dopo.yyc. We will do our best to respond to you as soon as we can.

Ci vediamo dopo!

Top review

LindsayVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing food, amazing service, amazing experience. Highly recommend eating here.

Amedeos

4.8

4.8 (122)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Okotoks

About the restaurant

Immerse yourself in authentic Italian flavors at Amedeo's Italian Bistro. Experience culinary artistry as Chef Amedeo, along with his son Corrado and daughter Valentina, brings the true taste of Italy to your table. Their dedication to traditional recipes and fresh, high-quality ingredients is evident in every dish. Savor house-made pasta, expertly crafted sauces, and delightful desserts, all complemented by an exceptional selection of wines. The warm and inviting ambiance, with a touch of elegance, makes every meal feel special. Whether you're celebrating a milestone or simply craving Italian cuisine, Amedeo's Italian Bistro is your ideal destination. Let the Vallati family take you on a culinary journey where every bite celebrates flavor and tradition.

Top review

Shae

Dined 3 days ago

Food was amazing, the overall experience was one to be remembered.

Explore Diners' Choice best of Calgary

Explore more Diners' Choice lists