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MODERN STEAK on Stephen Avenue, Calgary, AB

MODERN STEAK on Stephen Avenue

4.5
4.5
1121 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Steakhouse
Four key pieces separate us from a traditional steakhouse.

1) We only serve ranch specific Alberta Beef. That means we don’t serve beef from anywhere else on the planet. We know our farmers and ranchers personally and respect the hard work they put into produce our beef. We like our beef to be, hormone & antibiotic free and pasture raised. Happy cattle make for better steaks.

2) We are one of just a handful of steakhouses in Canada that serves, Grass-fed, Grain-fed, Wet-aged, Dry-aged and Wagyu beef 365 days a year. Our beef is always fresh never frozen.

3) We use an 1800o Infrared Grill to cook your steaks. Our grill stays at very consistent high heat versus a traditional open flame grill. The high heat creates a flavourful crust on outside of the steak and leaves a juicy centre.

4) Our décor is warm and modern. The tradition has always been dark wood, leathers and a muted palate for a steakhouse. We broke the mold and decided to add hand selected music that reflects us!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 19 times today
Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (403) 244-3600
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Anthony Pittoello
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Modern Steak can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Located on Centre Street and Stephen Avenue
  • Parking details
    We are surrounded by pay lots and street parking. The Convention Centre lot is only a half block away.
  • Public transit
    C-Train is one block away - Stop is right beside the Hyatt
  • Entertainment
    Thursdays 1/2 price wine with DJ KAV 6:30-9:30Fridays late night $6 Happy Hour with DJ S.DotSaturday late night $6 Happy Hour with DJ KAV
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Surf n Turf Thursday

    CA$49.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    12 oz Springvale Striploin, 2 Colossal Prawns, Mashed Potato, Seasonal Vegetable and Chimichurri $49.00. Upgrade to a Nova Scotia Lobster Tail ($19)
  • Modern Steak Date Night , 2 Dine for $98

    CA$49.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Modern Steak Date Night, 2 steaks, 2 sides, and a bottle of Feature Wine. $98.00
  • $99 Bone In Strip For 2

    CA$49.50 per person

    Multiple dates available
    36 oz AAA Alberta Bone In Strip, Seasonal Risotto, Chef's Vegetables (feeds 2)

Offers

  • Happy Hour at Modern Steak - Tues-Fri 4:00-5:30

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Wed - 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM,Fri - 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    Enjoy Happy Hour from Tuesday to Friday 4:00-5:30pm $6 Glasses of Cava $7 Old Fashioneds, Moscow Mules and Aperol Spritz $8 Pints of Stella And Half-Priced Bottles of Wine

What 1,121 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

1,121 Reviews
  1. GeneM

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Personally, I think for what you get it's way over priced. $200 for two people, brussel sprouts, mashed potato an appetizer and a ribeye that wasn't even cooked well. Food was ok, nothing exciting.

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  2. Dustin

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall2food4service1ambience4
    We have been here around 10 times, first time as a group of 6. First time I have had bad service. I assume we had bad service because 20% auto gratuity was added to our bills and the server felt like he didn’t have to do anything to get it. Food was great, service not so much.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Tahoe

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall3food4service4ambience5
    This is a beautiful restaurant in a great downtown location. We mentioned we were celebrating my daughters birthday and they were so sweet. Had a signed birthday card for her when we arrived. The ambiance is nice. Our waiter was attentive to start and very friendly. He explained the menu and made suggestions. I’m not thinking it was his fault but once we ordered it took over an hour to get food. He was apologetic and brought a complimentary cocktail and dessert. I’m thinking this was an unusual occurrence but it was way too long to wait. We had traveled all day and skipped lunch. By the time we got our food it was after 8:00. The food was good. Enjoyed local steaks and a few tasty sides. Again, everything else was nice but for the price that kind of wait is unacceptable. Maybe it was an unusually busy night but there didn’t seem to be a ton of people in the restaurant. Again the staff was very nice and food good.

    MODERN STEAK on Stephen AvenueResponded today

    Good afternoon, While I am glad to hear that you enjoyed your food and service, I am very sorry to hear that your food took so long. I would like to discuss this further with you if you would be so kind as to email me at mmclaughlin@modernsteak.ca at your earliest convenience. Cheers! Mike McLaughlin General Manager

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  4. PeterM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    From greeting to leaving, everyone were tentative without being intrusive, food was amazing and well presented, can highly recommend

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  5. LouiseA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was excellent, except the noise level was really high.

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  6. Designer44

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    It was my Sister's birthday and the staff went out of their way to make her feel special. This was my first time dining here and I would definitely recommend. The bar tender also made a custom mocktail which was 5 stars!

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  7. ConnorC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible food and service. Pauline was an absolute delight, so was Nick. Made my 30th birthday most excellent

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  8. CraigB

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Anniversary dinner with my wife. Everything was fantastic. Really appreciated the anniversary card and the free dessert. Highly recommend

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  9. ScottB

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Date night deal on Wednesday's. Food was fantastic. All beef from Alberta which I thought was cool.

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  10. Darrell

    Vancouver

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great night at Modern Steak. Ordered their Wednesday Date night special for 2 (2 steaks, 2 sides & bottle of wine), essentially the cost of the food with the wine as a bonus. Food was delicious, was ready quickly and server was excellent. recommended to all who like steaks.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excelente restaurant, very attentive and special place

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience5
    I have come to this restaurant many times in the Kensington location and I have always loved the service and this is my second time at this location and the service is really slow, my drinks arrived when I had finished the meal, I ordered my steak medium and They brought it medium rare, it was my mom's birthday and I asked for a candle to be added to the dessert and the waiter also forgot that...

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  13. CherylK

    Calgary

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall4food4service2ambience4
    We have not been at the downtown Modern Steakhouse in a few months so was nice to get there again with my wife for our special occasion. We enjoyed the food, service was great and enjoyed the atmosphere. Only big issue I had was that we ordered a dinner large enough that we could share the next day. We purposely did not eat all of our dinner (including side dishes) so we could enjoy another fine meal from Modern Steakhouse in the luxury of our home. To my surprise we opened our carry box the next day to find only our tomahawk steak but no side dishes - looks like the lady that served us threw them out. It was a rather expensive meal for us but thought it was worth the value as we had enough for the next day.

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  14. JenniferKL

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Everything was fantastic sat night, we were a table of six people for dinner upstairs. The only teason for 4 stars on the food was our big cut of meat had an excess amount of gristle on it. Felt more that ahould have been..( ordered one of the big tomahawks to share). The meat was delicious though, as were all the sides. Our server was super knowledgable, fun, attentive and quick. Will definitely be back again!

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The steaks at Modern Steak are some of the best I've ever had! Every dish is made with fresh, high-quality ingredients and the service is always excellent. Highly recommend this place.

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  16. RyanS

    Calgary

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went with family for dinner, everyone in our group enjoyed their meals, look forward to returning again soon.

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  17. DavidG

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service, Mike and Barb made it more an experience than just dinner, will definitely be back.

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  18. MuhammadH

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The steak was slightly overcooked for a medium well but nothing jarring. Good location ambiance and service! Would visit again.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and excellent service, as always. Hands down my favourite steakhouse in the city.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very knowledgeable staff offered us great recommendations. Steaks were cooked perfectly!

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    64 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing experience start to finish. Best steak I had in Calgary in a modern setting.

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  22. DirkG

    San Antonio

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really delicious food with an amazing quality. Well with your time for an excellent steak dinner

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  23. KendraW

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience3
    This was truly a disappointing experience. We usually go to the kensington location and we decided to try out this new location as we go here for birthdays most years. Firstly, we were there for my husband’s birthday. We spent almost $300. The food came out way too fast where we had no cutlery and a dirty table when we got our mains. I saw our server hanging at the bar. I had to ask for refill on water constantly. He did not tell us the seasonal veg and the combo we got came with it and mash. It was a SW salad (who eats salad with steak?) Second it was too spicy for my grandparents and so we asked them to replace it with any kind of side warm veg. It took 30 minutes for carrots to come. I asked 4 different times for them. AND it showed up on our bill. Despite it already should have been taken care of due to us not touching that SW salad. Nothing was taken care of and I thought they would due to the fact we got part of our meal once we were done. Once the carrots arrived we had no cutlery to try it… they didn’t offer sauce containers to pack up our 3 $5 sauces. No apologies from a manager. Overall a bad experience and I don’t see us coming back to this location. This was a very special dinner for us and the whole experience was poor. Also, our steak was 30% fat and was hard to cut through tendon. We would go back to kensington location if this restaurant made things right. So for now i do not recommend. Go to a Keg, their service is always unmatched.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    ASHLYNNE = BEST SERVER IN CALGARY!! She fosters such an amazing experience that is classy and fun, can’t thank her enough for the time we had. Food was superb as always, and cocktails were on point!

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our server Barb was excellent and the Thursday Surf & Turf deal is definitely worth it.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Tables next to us were very loud my group asked to leave. Sever was great and food was as spot on

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience2
    I feel the waiter was a bit rude at the end and I wasn’t impressed at her scowling at my partner and I.

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  28. AwesomeEats

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, steak experts, but pricey… be prepared!

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  29. Shadow

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tasty steak and very informative staff. Learned so much about what we were eating which was very nice!

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was such a great experience the rooftop was such a vibe and the I told our server what kind of drink I wanted and whatever he brought me is my new favourite drink !!

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  31. Mimi

    Cancun

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food the steak was sooo good ! Drinks were amazing too

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  32. JB22

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went back here as a redo from a bad experience at modern steak in Kensington. It was an exceptional experience and they went out of their way to make it right.

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  33. CandiceM

    Calgary

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    This has been my favorite date spot with the hubby for many years. It saddens me that they no longer provide the hot rock for the steaks because now they get cold before you get to them as we always share the filet trio. We tried the scallops and they were awesome and we tried the Yorkshire as a side but it came out hard and burnt, Service was outstanding as always just wish they didn't take away the things that made them unique.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    64 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Stunning space with beautifully exposed sandstone wall and chic vegas style design. Service was professional yet engaging and friendly. Food was outstanding and enjoyed the large format Ribeye tasting. Would recommend the overall experience.

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  35. ShawnR

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience1
    Not recommended. “Surf and turf” promotion on Thursdays. Burns on wood table. Stone wall crumbling. Steak under seasoned, clearly water bathed and barley touched grill. No searing and fat completely tough and soggy. Meat was lean as a round roast. Shrimps factory trimmed and flavourless from the freezer bag. Mash was mealy and over salted. Not a classically functioning professional kitchen. Did not finish meal.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    64 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on August 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The beef, the service and experience are all excellent. We would highly recommend to our friends.

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  37. TibisayO

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 2, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    I've visited Modern in Kensington, and my experience was so good that I mistakenly assumed it might be the same in other locations. I couldn't be more wrong, service was terrible, I couldn't enjoy the amazing cuts they have because the meat came almost raw, cold and not on hot stone which I mentioned before ordering and they gave poor excuses why they didn't served it on it. I had to send back the meat to at least warm it up. They did compensate their mistake when our bill came, but the night was already ruined. I will not come back, nor I will recommend this location.

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  38. KellyR

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food, ambience and service was outstanding! Patio weather was beautiful and the evening was fabulous

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  39. VasylS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Thanks for a nice evening, we celebrated birthday and received a warm welcome from every one, especially thanks for nice desert

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  40. MikeS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    My date and I both had Wagu steak, me ribeye she filet. Hers was tasty, maybe marginally more tender than a good filet at other places, but at $150, one expects to be wowed. My ribeye was cut a bit thin (1cm), but greatly over seasoned so the $150 worth of flavour was drowned out. I would have mentioned this to the waiter if he had asked how our meals were. Potatoes Oscar was superb. We also had warm crab and steak tartare for appetizers, both terrific.

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FAQs

MODERN STEAK on Stephen Avenue is rated 4.5 stars by 1121 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 19 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for MODERN STEAK on Stephen Avenue

100 8 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G0K6

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Located on Centre Street and Stephen Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We are surrounded by pay lots and street parking. The Convention Centre lot is only a half block away.
  • Public transit
    C-Train is one block away - Stop is right beside the Hyatt
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Anthony Pittoello
  • Entertainment
    Thursdays 1/2 price wine with DJ KAV 6:30-9:30Fridays late night $6 Happy Hour with DJ S.DotSaturday late night $6 Happy Hour with DJ KAV
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (403) 244-3600
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Modern Steak can accommodate all your special event needs.
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