Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Calgary / Southern Alberta

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Vero Bistro Moderne

4.8

4.8 (2168)

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

Jimmy

Dined 7 days ago

Creative and very well executed menu, really enjoyed the experience and food. Highly recommend!

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Experience

Spring Prix Fixe Gourmet Experience (Optional)

Experience

Seafood Platter Special - Every Thursday!

Hash Breakfast Eatery & Forno Italian

4.7

4.7 (536)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Red Deer

About the restaurant

GM Ivor Timmerman

Roma Style Sourdough Pizza
Traditional Italian Pastas
Tours of Italy Features
Private Dining room for up to 10
Local Craft Beers

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ShawnVIP

Dined on Jun 17, 2025

From the time we enter the establishment until we left, the staff was attentive, friendly and efficient, a pleasant time was had by all, Would highly recommend this restaurant for anyone passing through or staying in Red Deer for any length of time

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Popular dish

Lobster Ravioli

Sorella

4.7

4.7 (483)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Calgary

About the restaurant

At Sorella, we serve you with the big-hearted warmth of our Italian heritage. Our name means Sister, embracing the idea that everyone who comes through our door will be treated like a member of our extended family.

On the menu, you’ll find traditional dishes with a twist, showcasing only the highest quality ingredients. Shareable, seasonal and refreshing

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Michelle

Dined on Jun 11, 2025

Great food, great service, great vibe! We love Sorella every time we have the chance to go. The rooftop patio is also really great in the summer!

CHOP Steakhouse & Bar - Barlow

4.6

4.6 (1126)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Steakhouse

Calgary

About the restaurant

Chop was created for people who love sharing, connecting and everything steak. We are proud to offer a menu that shares our commitment to sustainable beef sourcing, serving high-quality cuts of 100% Canadian beef. It isn’t just the meat that’s special – it’s also how we cook it. Our Montague broiler cooks at up to 1800 °F, giving a beautiful crust and flavour to every steak! We slow roast our prime rib in a humidity-controlled oven, keeping it mouth-watering and tender. And we put this level of care into each of our hand-crafted drinks, and from-scratch dishes, including plant-based and seafood options, with something for everyone to enjoy. All of this quality comes with friendly hospitality in warm and energetic rooms. Open for happy hour, dinner and late-night!

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MARCI

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

Makes me wish I lived in Calgary. Superb in every way.

Minas Brazilian Steakhouse - Calgary

4.6

4.6 (437)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Brazilian Steakhouse

Downtown

About the restaurant

Minas brings you the traditional cuisine from the heart of Southeast Brazil (churrasco), under the guidance of master head chef Jose Montes. Brazilian open barbecue cuisine (Rodizio) brought to your table is a perfect fit for today’s variety of tastes and diet: if someone in your party prefers vegan, or requires gluten-free or dairy-free options - Minas provides delicious choices and a wide range of options.

Served tableside on skewers, our delicious selection of meats and vegetables are complemented by a wide variety of delicious grain and vegetable dishes, ensuring a unique dining experience for every eater in your family, friend, group, or corporate outing.

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Brian

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Excellent place to celebrate a birthday! Fantastic selection! Delicious!

Truth Restaurant & Bar

4.6

4.6 (45)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Fusion / Eclectic

Beltline

About the restaurant

A galaxy-astrology themed dining and cocktail experience, blending Indian and Italian flavors. Dine under the stars with celestial decor & fusion eats

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Daphne

Dined on May 26, 2025

It was quite a nice time. Went there with my boyfriend for his birthday and the themed drinks were very creative, although I think the price per portion was a bit steep. Good ingredients and food so that makes up for it a bit at least.

Saddleroom Grill - Scotiabank Saddledome

4.5

4.5 (179)

CAN$51 and over

Grill

Downtown

About the restaurant

The Saddleroom Grill employs a guest-centric philosophy. From Locally sourcing our beef, to close partnerships with great wineries, to a passionate service team building the excitement before events in the Scotiabank Saddledome. Located on the Terrace Level, East side, with great views of the Elbow river, and ice surface on the other we offer a unique dining experience only moments away from your event seats.
Whether its a client dinner before the game, drinks and appetizers with friends or date night with that special somebody make the Saddleroom Grill your new pre-event destination.

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NickyVIP

Dined on Mar 21, 2025

They were great the place was really full and it was right before a concert so a little on the loud side. The service was good we didn’t feel rushed the timing was good giving us enough time to get to our seats. The pre-set menu was very good and had good options for the price.

The Canadian Brewhouse - Township

4.5

4.5 (106)

CAN$30 and under

Sports Bar

Calgary

About the restaurant

Our one-of-a-kind Canadian themed sports bar & grill has an extensive menu of appetizers, entrees, drinks and amazing specials every night of the week. You’ll note our Canadian decor starts right when you walk up to our huge Inukshuk at our doors and continues throughout the restaurant in a “cheeky” Canadian fashion. We promise, when you come to The Canadian Brewhouse, you’ll instantly feel at home, because our house is your house…only we have way more TVs! You won’t find a better selection of screens anywhere for the sports you love! We even provide tabletop speakers for those nights when multiple sports and teams are playing.

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Roger

Dined on May 26, 2025

Reservation was not really needed admit was still early. Sliders and ribs were good. Waitress was cheerful and helpful.

UNTITLED Champagne Lounge

4.3

4.3 (303)

CAN$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Downtown

About the restaurant

UNTITLED Champagne Lounge is the embodiment of sophistication, charm and style. A unique environment that is both amicable and unpredictable, providing excellent service with an unbiased spirit. With a vast selection of champagne and impressive array of sparkling wines, our team is equipped to match your taste and budget with the perfect bottle.
For those who prefer their drink on the rocks or two fingers high, UNTITLED has something special just for you: Artisanal Champagne-based cocktails. Using progressive techniques and carefully curated spirits, we’ve created a new beast that will rival even the tastiest old-fashioned.
While drinks are our focus, there’s something to be said for properly paired accompaniments. Our food menu accentuates the bubbly experience with bites as elegant as the champagnes, and perfectly matched. The Champagne world is your oyster. (And you can order those too.)
Welcome to our swanky hideaway. Lose yourself in our world of refinement

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Meg

Dined 6 days ago

We always have a lovely time here and I feel so silly, 3 times we've had the same lovely server, and I can't remember her name! She's very bubbly with long hair and she always takes such good care of us. This time we tried the oysters with caviar and creme fraish - oh my goodness are those delicious! Well balanced with salt and creamy, such a treat! This place is one of our favorites and we will continue to visit on our nights out!

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4.3

4.3 (10)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary British

Beltline

About the restaurant

Pimlico Bar is an energetic London style open kitchen & craft cocktail bar, featuring an eclectic Modern British menu with Commonwealth & European influences.

An intimate, cosy, yet fun & lively atmosphere, Pimlico is a great place to enjoy unique food, fantastic cocktails and our friendly service. We have an extended outdoor patio in the summer, where you can watch the world go by in the heart of 17th Avenue, Calgary's top entertainment district.

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MartaVIP

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

Loved our girls night experience here ! We went for a birthday celebration and ordered a bunch of items to share. Our server Taylor, was lovely and really helpful. We ended up having bread and butter (10/10): honey butter and olive tapenade outstanding, tuna taki (5/10): slightly fishy, extremely small portion for cost, bone marrow tartare (7/10): good but missing an element, cod croquettes (8/10), spicy prawn noodles (8/10): a little too spicy for balance. Drinks were outstanding, we had a variety and I have to say that the dirty martini I ordered (which had some kind of dill flavored brine) was sooo good. It's comfy, it's cute, it's different and we loved it.

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