Centini Restaurant

Name: Centini Restaurant
Address: 160 8th Ave SE, Calgary, AB, Canada, T2G 0K6
Telephone: (403) 269-1600 ext. 0
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

396 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

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A warm welcome awaits at this iconic Italian restaurant in downtown Calgary. Consistently well-executed food and relaxed, professional service rule in this contemporary dining room. Daily fish deliveries, hand made fresh pasta, an in-house bakery and attention to the nuances of authentic Italian cuisine abound on the large menu. The sleek dining room is complemented by additional rooms that can be closed off for privacy.

An online store for takeout and delivery is open on www.centini.com. The restaurant also offers a catering menu for home or office delivery.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 16, 2022

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Sat

11:30 PM

Booked 8 times today

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(403) 269-1600 ext. 0

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Modern European, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm
Dinner
Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(403) 269-1600 ext. 0
Website
http://www.centini.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Our full lunch and dinner menus are available for takeout, curbside pickup and delivery. We are on several delivery services and encourage guests desiring delivery to use our own store at www.centini.com. We offer delivery throughout Calgary. Thank you and we hope to be of service to you in these difficult times. Chevonne Centini
Private party facilities
Centini is a stunning location for private events. Overlooking the Glenbow Museum and 1st Street SE, the stylish and elegant space is adorned with an extensive collection of contemporary Canadian art, fine furnishings and tableware, and offers the flexibility to accommodate groups of all sizes.
Private party contact
Chevonne Miller-Centini, Owner, Centini: (403) 269-1605

Location
160 8th Ave SE Calgary, AB T2G 0K6
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
1st Street SE (McLeod Trail S) & Stephen Avenue
Parking details
Centini Restaurant & Lounge encourages parking at Telus Convention Center. However, as of June 2020, this lot is closed. We are recommending Indigo Lot #209 on Centre Street with the entrance just south of 7th Avenue. It is a short walk from this lot, past the Hyatt Hotel to the restaurant (2-3 minutes).
Public transit
Centini Restaurant & Lounge is located 1 block south of the LRT stop on the corner of 1st S.E. and 7th Avenue. and has multiple bus stations in close proximity.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Chef's Seasonal Soup of the DayCA$12.00
Please ask your server for today's creation
Mixed Green SaladCA$14.00
Extra virgin olive oil and Spanish sherry vinegar
Organic Baby Romaine Caesar SaladCA$16.00
Lightly dressed with caperberry, pancetta crisp, toasted crouton & Parmigiano-Reggiano
Caprese SaladCA$22.00
Organic heirloom tomato, fresh mozzarella & Prosciutto di Parma
Snow Crab and Avocado SaladCA$18.00
With lemon & extra virgin olive oil vinaigrette
King Crab Sushi & Prosciutto RollCA$18.00
Wrapped in Prosciutto di Parma, with spicy mayonnaise, balsamic reduction and leeks
Pan Seared Calamari PuttanescaCA$18.00
Fresh cherry tomato sauce with dried black olives, capers and anchovies
Seared Jumbo Nova Scotia ScallopsCA$22.00
Cauliflower purée, tomato confit and asparagus
Italian Charcuterie BoardCA$24.00
Salame Napoli Dolce, Salame Schiacciata, 24-month aged Prosciutto di Parma & jamón serrano, served with assorted pickles
Prosciutto BoardCA$24.00
Prosciutto di Parma & jamón serrano, served with grissini & assorted pickles
Beef CarpaccioCA$24.00
With extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon, Parmigiano-Reggiano & a quail egg yolk
Hand Made Agnolotti Stuffed with Wild MushroomsCA$18.00
Finished with white truffle oil

Centini Signature Antipasto Platter

A Grand Antipasto Selection
Includes Caprese salad, chicken apple sausage, Italian preserved mushrooms, grilled eggplant, artichokes, seafood cakes, calamari, house made & imported salumi
- For TwoCA$48.00

Pasta Course

All of our pasta sauces are available on gluten free pasta

Spaghetti alla BologneseCA$26.00
Classic beef ragù sauce
Penne All' ArrabbiataCA$22.00
Chili, garlic, San Marzano tomato
Linguine alla VongoleCA$28.00
White clam sauce, finished with fresh Manila clams & wilted arugula
Linguine with PestoCA$28.00
Fresh basil, Parmigiano-Reggiano, pine nut, extra virgin olive oil
Penne RomanoffCA$26.00
Tomato rosé sauce finished with vodka
Fresh PappardelleCA$28.00
With lamb ragù
Seafood LinguineCA$32.00
Calamari, prawns, scallops, clams and mussels in lobster broth
Fresh Pappar Delle All' Arrabbiata with SeafoodCA$30.00
Calamari, shrimp, lobster broth and red chili
Fresh Black Linguine Bosco e MareCA$29.00
Shrimps, scallops and calamarisautéed with wild mushrooms, olive oil and garlic
Spaghetti All' AmatricianaCA$29.00
The classic sauce of Amatrice, with black pepper, chile & house cured guanciale
Hand Made Wild Mushroom TagliatelleCA$29.00
Wild mushroom ragù
Hand Made Veal TortelloniCA$29.00
Ragù alla Bolognese, finished with cream
Hand Made Spinach and Ricotta RavioliCA$28.00
Rosé sauce
Hand Made Lobster and Crab RavioliCA$32.00
Saffron cream sauce
Beef Short Rib RavioliCA$29.00
Lightly sauced with sage butter & Parmigiano-Reggiano
Potato Gnocchi GorgonzolaCA$30.00
Gorgonzola cream
Fresh Basil and Ricotta GnocchiCA$28.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, finished with fresh ricotta

Risotto

RisottoCA$32.00
Your choice, please allow 30 minutes Seafood | Mushroom | Asparagus | Radicchio & Red Wine

From the Sea

Served with seasonal vegetables, accompaniments, house made artisan breads, crackers & grissini

Black & White Sesame Crusted Ahi TunaCA$42.00
Seared rare & served with Beluga lentil salad
Sea BassCA$44.00
Ginger, garlic, saffron cream pan sauce
Pan Roasted Salmon FiletCA$39.00
Sweet hot mustard glaze
Jumbo Scallops and Giant PrawnsCA$48.00
With a side of handmade capellini with lemon
Whole Dover Sole à la MeunièreCA$58.00
Brown butter, parsley, lemon (please allow 40 minutes) Fileted by your server

From the Land

Served with seasonal vegetables, accompaniments, house made artisan breads, crackers & grissini

Brome Lake Duck BreastCA$48.00
Clover honey glaze, finished port & fresh Ruby Red grapefruit segments
AAA Certified Angus Beef TenderloinCA$48.00
Gorgonzola sauce, served on wilted baby spinach, served Bismarck style with a fried egg on top
Full Rack of LambCA$54.00
Prosciutto di Parma, Calabrese black olives, red wine demi glace
Chicken PiccataCA$32.00
Light lemon white wine sauce
Roast Stuffed Chicken with SpinachCA$32.00
Wrapped in Prosciutto di Parma, served with pan sauce
Chicken ScallopiniCA$32.00
Marsala wild mushroom sauce
Quebec Raised Milk Fed Veal ScallopiniCA$42.00
Marsala wild mushroom sauce
Lamb CoteletteCA$32.00
Bone in rack of lamb cutlets, served with fresh lemon & salad greens

What 396 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

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Calgary / Southern Alberta
Pre/post theatre
Calgary
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Koos
Vancouver
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and excellent food!
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Looklikemike
London
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Superb menu. Superior chef. Definitely for the special occasion if you want one.
PA
PatA
Calgary
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Pricey, but I knew it would be given the cost of groceries these days. I ate the duck and every bite was delicious! Server was professional and friendly. Not too in your face but there when needed. My friends also really enjoyed their meals. One of the chefs welcomed us as we walked by the kitchen. Was really nice. Would highly recommend this restaurant. We had theatre after and the server ensured we were out on time.
A
Aquasnt
Calgary
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall2food3service1ambience2
It started out badly Our waiter didn’t introduce himself,I had to call him over to take our drink order. There were 4 of us. We ordered dinner right away as we had theatre tickets. Our dinners arrived 45 min later. Other tables arrived after us were served before we were. When our did arrive it was luke warm and Under cooked. That left us with 15 minutes to eat our dinner. To top it all they charged us $20.00 over the list price of the wine menu and when this was pointed out to our waiter , he “fixed “ it with no apology. NEEDLESS TO SAY WE WERE NOT IMPRESSED AND WILL NOT BE BACK
CC
CyndyC
Calgary
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful experience as always!! …so glad the world is open again (after Covid)!
C
Canuckfoodies
Calgary
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Will definitely be back. Should be on your go to list.
LM
LouM
Calgary
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 3, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience3
not expecting the crowd they had last night but glad to see business is improving. Even with the full house good and service excellent.
KC
KathyC
Hawaii
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
The only item that was lacking was the caprese salad. Pretty mediocre. Everything else was amazing! Our server was just the best. Darned if I can remember his name. Sorry.
K
Kwanco
Hawaii
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service and food always great! First time back since Covid started, will be more regular now.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Our server was wonderful, the wine was delicious, great atmosphere. Really great date night. The appetizer scallops were delicious, as was our ribbon pasta course. My fiancé had the veal scallopini and he felt it had too much cheese - couldn’t taste the veal (which was really tender and juicy) as much as he wanted. I had the stuffed chicken entrée, which was good, but because it was wrapped in a lot of prosciutto it was saltier than I would have liked. But it was still just a really great meal overall.
J
Jenn
Calgary
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Beautiful dinning room. Main course was not hot when it arrived. Our waitress did not come by to check on us. Gorgon
LL
LyndseyL
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 19, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
The food was amazing. Our server was very knowledgeable of the menu and tastes. Was not very loud. Would definitely recommend and will be returning.
LD
LanceD
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
We really liked the variety of menu options and that we were able to share a pasta dish and a main dish. Thi allowed us to try a few more items without a hefty bill or feeling way too full. The tables are a little close together for my liking as I could easily listen to other people's conversations. The staff were pleasant.
M
Maureen
Calgary
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great service by Brooke. We each had pasta and every dish was delicious - spaghetti bolognese, seafood linguini made with Congolese sauce and the fresh black linguine Bosco e Mare. Perfect place for dinner before the theatre.
VC
VickiC
Calgary
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing service and food! Tom our service went above and beyond and our meals were amazing. Great selection and reasonably priced.
ML
MonicaL
Vancouver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The hand made ravioli are really amazing!!! I enjoyed them from the beginning to the end!
M
Mitjoh
Calgary
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Excellent service and very nice restaurant. Would go again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely outstanding and a very nice evening. The atmosphere was elevated enough that it made for a nice night out, but the service was very warm and welcoming. Food was excellent and, given the price of food products now, competitively priced. This is an excellent place for a nice celebratory night out.
BP
BrianP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Wonderful little gem tucked away in the heart of downtown. Fabulous food it was a special part of our date night!
MH
MargaretH
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
This was a fabulous evening! The staff were beyond accommodating and friendly and the food was exceptional. The whole experience made for a wonderful downtown experience and we will be back!
JW
JiaxinW
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is great and highly recommend prosciutto
OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As usual it was an evening of exceptional food and service. Lola was great and very attentive and the chefs cooked up three very tasty courses. Thanks again Centini.
JG
JustcallmeG
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall4food2service5ambience2
Customer service is outstanding! We never got the gift card that was mailed out to my bro-in-law who purchased it so Miles, manager of the restaurant, went out of his way to get us a new one so we could keep our reservations. Ambiance-wise, my partner and I don’t normally do fine dining so it felt a little awkward for us. The space was a bit tight and felt standoffish rather than intimate. The food was disappointing for the price that you pay. It was bland. Staff was friendly though.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Edmonton
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
We really enjoyed the place. We were a group of 9 people. Excellent food. Service took a bit too long. I guess not enough help for our server. For sure I’d come back to Centini.
MH
MitchellH
Calgary
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had sea bass and prawns/scallops and they were excellent. Lola our server was kind, attentive and pleasant. We sat at the high tops and enjoyed the change from a sit down regular table, watching the kitchen and the chefs. Lovely pre-theatre dinner.
LB
LauryB
Calgary
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food3service5ambience5
The restaurant is elegant and tasteful. The service was good. My meal was good, although the veal scallopini was smothered in cheese. I removed it and just ate the veal. The dessert was divine.
A
Allan
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was fantastic and our waiter answered any questions
A
Arlene
Calgary
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Went for dinner with 3 friends before the theatre. Our waiter was the best part of the night. First thing he asked was if we were attending an event to make sure we’d have time. We had 2 hours so we’re okay. We ordered 4 appetizers to share: charcuterie board which was good but a bit uninspired; a seafood medley which was really good but we could not find any anchovies; very tasty sushi with wicked wasabi; and scallops for which our wonderful increased from 3 to 4 so we each got one. 2 friends ordered wine and our attentive waiter made sure their glasses were full. Me and my sister had cocktails and he made sure we did not get thirsty. At the end, our waiter efficiently divided the bill between us 4. He really did make our night. Sure wish I remembered his name but we were there at 6 on March 26th and seated in the meeting room area. Be great if he knew our appreciation. I highly recommend this restaurant for theatre goers!
M
Mikek
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall1food5service1ambience3
Food was delicious, service left a lot to be desired. First off they sat me and my wife between 2 6-tops, very hard to have any conversation when 2 large groups of people are yelling across their tables. The wait time to receive our order was absolutely ridiculous, over an hour and a half with no updates and a waitress who disappeared for almost the entire time. We had to ask a different waitress for an update, that waitress ended up bringing us our food and apologized to us. We watched table after table be seated and receive their food before us. After receiving our food our waitress apologized with no explanation and once again disappeared, no refill on drinks and no regard for us as guests. Terrible experience would not recommend this restaurant to anyone, ever.
PI
PattyI
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great experience at Centini's. Exceptional food, from a delicious olive oil basted sashimi style tuna appetizers to the always delicious home made pasta and then profiteroles for dessert. Great choices of wine by the glass, nicely suggested by our server and reasonably priced. Love the ambiance at the high top tables alongside the bar and the kitchen. Watching the action in the kitchen is great fun.
NZ
NickZ
Toronto
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on March 24, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Wednesday was a quiet evening in the restaurant. Arrived after 8 pm. Service was friendly and efficient. Food was delicious. Had the sea food linguine and fresh black linguine bosco e mare . Perfection. This was our first time there and will definitely go back. Cheers
AL
ALIW
Calgary
70 reviews
vip
5.0
70 reviews
Dined on March 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The restaurant is perfect for dinner. Our server was excellent - friendly with a bit of sparkle. The pan seared calamari was prepared with spice and in a light broth. Not what was expected but delicious. One can never go wrong with the caprese salad and although I have had better tasting tomatoes, it was still delicious. The Mediterranean bass special, which was served over arugula and mushrooms, was perfectly cooked, juicy and flavourful. All food portions are generous - which is appreciated when dining out. Wine selection and scotch selection were plentiful. A must to visit.
LM
LouM
Calgary
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 23, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Enjoyed our meal and did not feel pressure to eat and leave. Nice to sit and enjoy our meal and visit with our guests.
ML
MikeL
Calgary
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience4
Caprese salad was 5/5 Parpadelle (sp) with wild boar ragu 4/5 Tiramisu 3/5 Bread 4/5 Olives 1/5 No customers in house, but a group. The group was of more interest to the server than just me with no liquor tab.
LM
LouM
Calgary
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food. Went prior to going to the theatre and received meal with lots of time to enjoy it and get to our play in lots of time.
PS
PattyS
Phoenix
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A fabulous place for a business luncheon. The food was, as always, absolutely delicious. The service, excellent and very well-timed so as not to interrupt our discussions but to keep the pace crisp. Off menu requests were handled easily. Highly recommended!
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18057
Calgary
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful to return as Covid restrictions lift! Great to see that food, service and atmosphere were as remembered.
JB
JacquieB
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I believe the price of salads could be reduced in price. thanks.
SF
StephaneF
Toronto
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A1 SUPER NICE Merci à FABIO & au Staff 👌🍷👌
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Maestrobertsch
Calgary
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Centini never fails to deliver outstanding, if pricey, Italian food. The service is first rate. It’s a great choice for a fine dining experience.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Centini Restaurant using the Order Online button. Centini Restaurant also offers delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. Centini Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (403) 269-1600 ext. 0.

Centini Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 396 OpenTable diners.

Centini Restaurant does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.