Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Calgary

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Updated June 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!

Osteria Chef's Table

4.9

4.9 (400)

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

Danielle

Dined on May 23, 2025

We had a wonderful dinner. The service was fabulous. They even came out and opened the door for my mom. The food was amazing, the fresh pasta melted in your mouth. The tomato sauce had a natural sweetness that I had never tasted before. With such fresh ingredients the flavours were intensified. We thought it was very affordable for everything we had. The pistachio cheesecake was so good that I am still dreaming about it! We loved it all and especially loved the atmosphere and service. I can’t wait to go again soon! My new favourite spot. Thank you!

Mercato - Mission

4.8

4.8 (1537)

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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Stacey

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

One of our favourite spots - love the energy, the food and the service!

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4.9

4.9 (1106)

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.

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Sherry

Dined 7 days ago

Excellent friendly service and the food is amazing!

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Popular dish

Sakura Parfait

Popular dish

Spicy "Wagyu Bolognese" Miso Ramen

Popular dish

Nutella Basque Cheesecake

Cardinale

4.8

4.8 (1553)

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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Stephanie

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing staff with great wine recommendations. Took my mom for her first time and she absolutely enjoyed everything.

Vero Bistro Moderne

4.8

4.8 (2164)

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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Sylvain

Dined 6 days ago

Great food and great service. We ordered the tasting menu, and it was delicious. Very quiet place.

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Experience

Seafood Platter Special - Every Thursday!

Amedeos

4.8

4.8 (84)

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.

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Shelley

Dined 3 days ago

Delicious!! Amadeos is my favourite restaurant in Okotoks!

DOPO

4.8

4.8 (304)

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!

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Hazel

Dined 5 days ago

great food and service super ambiance and easy parking

SS106 Aperitivo Bar

4.7

4.7 (384)

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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Jeff

Dined 1 day ago

SS106 captures the essence of Italy in every aspect, from their carefully crafted recipes to their inviting hospitality. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, enjoying a romantic date night, or simply treating yourself to top-notch Italian cuisine, this restaurant has all the right ingredients for a memorable dining experience.

Lina's Trattoria

4.8

4.8 (110)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Calgary

About the restaurant

Lina’s Trattoria is about experiencing real Italian roots through our food in a welcoming environment.
Our dishes are crafted to make your heart feel good, reminiscent of the comfort meals you’d enjoy at a family gathering in Italy with a touch of elevation to each dish.
We offer a simple menu with seafood, small plates, pizza, pasta, and entrées, all prepared with the finest ingredients and of course a lot of love. Best enjoyed with one of our cocktails or amazing selections of wines.

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CHRIS

Dined 5 days ago

Everything was great, staff and was great and door was very good

Pasquales on MacLeod

4.6

4.6 (707)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Calgary

About the restaurant

As a restaurant that has been in business for over 40 years, Pasquales has a loyal following of regular customers. We are a family run operation, and we take pride in our quality food and service. Our consistency, wide variety, and fresh food everyday are why people leave satisfied and always come back. Our menu is extensive, we specialize in fine Italian cuisine but also offer a well-focused selection of North American classics, perfect for the lunch crowd. The atmosphere is relaxed, and modern, with a classic feel. Come dine with us and see what everyone's talking about!

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Sam

Dined 7 days ago

My wife who was due to give birth at any moment and I went to Pasquales for a potential last date night before jr arrives. The staff were incredibly accommodating, extremely friendly, and really did everything they could to help make sure my wife was comfortable and that we both enjoyed our meals. I had a half liter of the house red and it was delicious, then my wife enjoyed the tortellini which was again impeccable. I myself had the penne caruso. It was so good I could have had a second serving! Both meals came with some outstanding garlic bread. We could not have enjoyed our experience anymore. Can’t wait to get back there

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