16 Best Southeast Calgary Restaurants | 2023 Guide to Fine Dining & Casual Restaurants in SE Calgary

Looking for a great restaurant to eat, drink, and socialize in South Calgary or near Southeast Calgary, Alberta? Need a romantic spot for date night in SE Calgary, AB?

This article shows you the 16 best restaurants in Southeast Calgary, Alberta based on Google reviews, local reputation, and our own personal experiences dining out at restaurants in Calgary.

Southeast Calgary restaurants offer something for everyone…

Discover high-end steakhouses along Mahogany Lake, international eateries with amazing food, upbeat dinner clubs with live music, and casual pubs for game night.

 

Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant

4.7 stars (1,143 reviews)

Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant is a historic landmark and fine dining restaurant that’s lauded as one of the very best restaurants in Calgary, Alberta. Bow Valley Ranche is known for exquisite cuisine, a gorgeous venue, and a scenic location in Fish Creek Park - one of Calgary’s natural gems.

Highly praised for their Western Canadian cuisine using local ingredients like elk, bison, and seafood, their menu is complemented by an extensive wine menu with selections from around the world. Bow Valley Ranche is open for brunch, lunch, dinner, and afternoon “high tea” on Saturdays and Sundays from 2pm to 4pm.

Our menu favorites: Eggs benedict, Elk tartare, Alberta beef tenderloin, Surf and turf

 

Chairman’s Steakhouse

4.6 stars (855 reviews)

Chairman’s is an upscale Calgary steakhouse with a beautiful interior, outdoor patio, and a photo-worthy location on the Mahogany Lake waterfront in Westman Village, Calgary, AB.

Since opening in 2019, Chairman’s Steakhouse has become known as one of the best steakhouses and best restaurants in Calgary, praised for their high-end steak, game, and seafood dishes - along with great views. Chairman’s is located a short walk away from Alvin’s Jazz club, making it an excellent spot for date night at a fine dining restaurant in South Calgary.

Our menu favorites: Oysters Rockefeller, Prime steak tartare, Black truffle gnocchi, Tomahawk, Carrot cake, NY-style cheesecake, Tiramisu


Wellington’s of Calgary

4.6 stars (778 reviews)

One of Calgary's best restaurants, Wellington’s of Calgary is a high-end steakhouse with a comfy atmosphere, old school vibes, a curated wine list, and a great location just off McLeod Trail on Bonaventure Dr in Willow Park. For a fun tableside experience, start with the Caesar salad and end with cherries jubilee.

Our menu favorites: Caesar salad (prepared at your table), Beef wellington, Roast prime rib of Beef Au Jus, Cherries jubilee (flamed tableside)


Broken Plate Greek Restaurant YYC

4.5 stars (734 reviews) 

Located in Calgary Willow Park neighbourhood, Broken Plate is an authentic Greek restaurant with a modern take on Greek fare - including fresh pasta dishes. Expect excellent customer service, quality ingredients, and casual vibes. Broke Plate is available for private parties, event catering, and open from brunch to dinner.

Our menu favorites: Golden beet, Saganaki, Lobster ravioli, lamb shank, flambe, ribs, lobster 


Pasquales

4.3 stars (420 reviews) 

Pasquales is an Italian restaurant in the SE Calgary community of Fairview that’s known for perfectly seasoned food, generous portion sizes, and a distinctive wine list spanning America, Europe, and New Zealand. You can dine on their patio, inside, or book a private room if you’re hosting a business meeting, wedding, or event.

Our menu favorites: Funghetti, Penne caruso, Seafood fettucini, Pasquale’s ribs & Caesar salad

Starbelly Open Kitchen & Lounge

4.3 stars (1.3K reviews)

Starbelly Open Kitchen is a Calgary restaurant in Seton with global cuisine prepared using fresh ingredients from local farms in Canada. Expect outstanding service, rich and flavorful dishes, and an entertaining open concept layout. You can sit at the bar and watch the chefs in action, or book a table for an excellent casual fine-dining experience in South Calgary.

Our menu favorites: Breakfast poutine, Truffle fries, Fried chicken sandwich, Starbelly burger, Mushroom risotto, Sticky toffee pudding 


Alvin’s Jazz Club & Cocktail Bar

4.2 stars (276 reviews) 

Alvin’s Jazz Club is a popular restaurant and bar/cocktail lounge with live music and a great atmosphere in Westman Village, an urban district in the SE Calgary community of Mahogany

Alvin’s is one of SE Calgary’s best nightlife venues. You can hear jazz bands and soloists play elegant tunes and stirring songs while enjoying an entertaining brunch, dinner, or night out. They offer a great 3 or 5 course meal for $49 or $75. 

Our menu favorites: Brioche, Beef tartare, Prawn and lobster linguine, Short rib wellington, Key lime pie


9 Best SE Calgary Restaurants for Casual Dining & Takeout

Deagla Restaurant Legacy

4.8 stars (424 reviews)

Deagla is an authentic, family-run Mediterranean restaurant in the South Calgary community of Legacy that’s become famous for their delicious Mediterranean cruising - and amazing garlic sauce. Dine in at their always-clean restaurant or bring home takeout. 

Our menu favorites: Falafel, Eggplant salad, Lamb kebab wrap,Chicken Shawarma, Baklava

Avi's Kabob and Shawarma

4.7 stars (211 reviews)

Avi’s Kabob and Shawarma is a friendly and affordable Afghan restaurant located in the SE Calgary community of Copperfield serving authentic platters and wraps at a fair price. Expect colorful dishes, great prices, and delicious flavors.

Our menu favorites: Chicken shawarma, Kufta (meatballs), Falafel

Paros Real Greek

4.7 stars (111 reviews) 

Paros is an authentic Greek restaurant located in the South East Calgary community of Mahogany. Paros brings home rave reviews for their genuine flavors, large portions, and great prices. 

Our menu favorites: Fried zucchini, Calamari, Chicken souvlaki, Lamb gyro, Greek fries

The Bro'Kin Yolk

4.6 stars (894 reviews)

The Bro’Kin Yolk is a popular farm-to-table restaurant in Calgary that’s open daily for brunch and lunch between 8am and 2pm. Known for its fun atmosphere, savory dishes cooked with savory ingredients like duck fat, truffle oil, and wild mushrooms. Bro’Kin Yolk has 3 Calgary locations in Signal Hill, Creekside, and Mahogany (SE Calgary restaurant). 

Our menu favorites: Cali poutine, Chicken and waffles, Bro’s Breakfast with pork belly adobo, Short rib hash

Fergus & Bix McKenzie Towne

4.5 stars (678 reviews)

Fergus & Bix is a popular casual restaurant in McKenzie Towne, Calgary with great pub food, excellent service, and a daily happy hour (2:30pm to 5:30pm) featuring a selection of local craft beers from Alberta breweries.  

Our menu favorites: Breakfast pizza, Father’s office burger, Halibut fish and chips, Hunter’s steak

Itoko Sushi

4.5 stars (102 reviews) 

Itoko Sushi is a popular Calgary Japanese restaurant noted for its authentic food, friendly staff, fresh fish, and generous portions. Itoko is available for take out, delivery, or dine in at their location in the community of Chaparral. 

Our favorite dishes: Pumpkin tempura, Takoyaki, Salmon sashimi, Toro nigiri (tuna belly), Ninja sushi roll, Chef special roll

Forevergood Asian Cuisine

4.5 stars (188 reviews)

Forevergood is an Asian restaurant in the McKenzie Lake neighbourhood in Southeast Calgary, Alberta. Forevergood has a reputation for great prices, huge portions, and delicious dishes like chow mein, dumplings, ginger beef & squid - all made with fresh ingredients and no MSG. If you live within a 6km radius and order at least $50, you’ll get free delivery. 

Our menu favorites: Chicken fried rice, Ginger beef, Salt & pepper squid, Shrimp chow mein

Cravings Market Restaurant

4.3 stars (1.3K reviews)

Cravings is a market-concept restaurant in the Southeast Calgary community of Fairview that’s open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner - inside or on the patio. Cravings Market Restaurant offers a variety of upscale menu items from around the world including Asian, Italian, American, Cajun, and Canadian cuisine - plus some delicious pastries for dessert.

Our menu favorites: Eggs benny, Ginger beef stir fry, Lobster & ricotta ravioli, Truffle fries, Fish tacos, Hot chocolate

TiNi Vietnamese Restaurant

4.3 stars (582 reviews)

TiNi is a Calgary Vietnamese restaurant located in the Seton Urban District that’s known for flavorful dishes, authentic recipes, generous portion sizes, and very friendly service. Grab a table inside, sit on their patio, or bring home some takeout - you won’t be disappointed at TiNi.

Our menu favorites: Pork spring roll & grilled pork vermicelli, Peanut satay beef noodle soup, Bahn mi (subs), Mango flower ice cream

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