Calgary Southwest Restaurant Guide

Southwest Calgary offers some of the best dining experiences, whether you’re in Haysboro, Glendale, or Lakeview. 

Italian? Japanese? French? Greek? Whatever you’re in the mood for, you’ll find it at some of the greatest hidden gems around town.

From seafood and steak to pizza and pasta, Southwest Calgary restaurants have it all. Keep reading our South Calgary restaurant guide to discover the highest-rated restaurants, perfect for a night out with family or friends, a solo lunch, or a happy hour date. 

Best Places For Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner

Looking for some of the top-rated restaurants in Calgary, SW, for brunch, lunch, and dinner? 

• The Himalayan: Delicious Nepali Cuisine with dine-in and take-out options.
• Cassis Bistro: A little piece of South France right in the heart of Calgary. Cassis Bistro prides itself on being the best of Alberta, all in the hands of a French chef.
• Mercato West: A unique theatre kitchen committed to creating enjoyable Italian table experiences, showcasing “Buon Appetito” Italian food. 
• Una Pizza + Wine: A neighbourhood restaurant dishing out California-inspired thin-crust pizzas and food, hand-selected wines, and all the local products they can get their hands on. 
• Modern Ocean: What’s your fancy — Modern steak? Modern ocean? How about a classic surf and turf sizzling platter? Now open for lunch on the patio!

Hidden Gems and Local Favourites

There are plenty of places to eat in Calgary, especially if you live in or near Haysboro, Glendale, or Lakeview. Here are some hidden gems and local favourites:

Haysboro

Haysboro neighbourhood may be tucked away in southwest Calgary, but it’s a delightful community that isn’t far from good restaurants like:

• Hearts Choices Thai Vegan Cafe
• Big Catch
• PZA Parlour
• The RockFort Chettinadu Cuisine
• Little Spice
• Costa Vida
• Om Cuisine Of India
• Bow River Vietnamese Restaurant

Glendale

Take a tour of the Glendale neighbourhood to explore some nice restaurants in Calgary, like:

• The Dorset Pub and Eatery
• Waterloo Kitchen and Bar
• Pho Hung Viet Noodle House
• Bow Bulgogi House
• Shimizu Kitchen 
• Soul Kitchen BBQ

Lakeview

The Macleod Trail gives Lakeview residents easy access to some of its most popular restaurants, like: 

• Bella Roma
• Spot On Kitchen & Bar
• Little Chief
• Blue Flame Kitchen Cafe
• Pfanntastic Pannenkoek Haus
• Blaze Bar & Grill
• Myhre’s Deli

Restaurant Recommendations Based on Cuisine Type

Whether you’re looking for budget-friendly options or upscale dining experiences, you’ll find plenty of good restaurants in Calgary. But with so many available, it can be hard to choose! No worries. Here’s a list of some of the most popular restaurants based on cuisine type:

Vietnamese

• Pho Phuong Vietnamese Cuisine
• Tamarind Vietnamese Grill
• Lemongrass West
• Pho Pham
• Le’s Pho
• Bow River Restaurant
• Sunshine Vietnamese Restaurant
• Saigon Thai

Japanese

• Sushi Ten
• Momo-Yama Sushi
• Hana Sushi
• Banzai Poke & Ramen
• Banzai Sushi & Teriyaki House
• Shijo Sushi
• Midori Japanese Cafe
• 5 Senses Ramen & Sushi Bar
• Shokunin

Chinese

• Basil Box
• Noodlebox
• Wok With Chan Rice House
• Magic Bowl Chinese Eatery
• Golden Leaf Restaurant
• Brother’s Taste of Asia
• Lemon Garden

Indian

• A Touch of India
• Green Chile Fine Indian Cuisine
• Masala Bhavan South Indian Cuisine
• Indian Accent Kitchen and Bar
• Taj Mahal Restaurant
• Masala Art Indian Restaurant
• Om Cuisine of India
• Little Spice

French

• Purlieu Bistro
• Fleur de Sel Brasserie
• Le Comptoir

Venezuelan

• Heaven Restaurant Market

Mexican

• The Moose and Poncho
• Native Tongues Taqueria
• Mucho Burrito
• Sabores Cedarbrae
• Costa Vida
• Tu Tierra

Italian

• Il Centro
• Trullo Trattoria
• Buffo Ristorante
• Mercato West
• Annabelle’s Kitchen

Greek

• Broken Plate Greek Restaurant

Pizza

• Sammy’s Worlds Greatest Pizza
• PZA Parlour
• Una Pizza + Wine

Seafood

• Modern Ocean
• Big Catch Sushi Bar
• Kinjo Sushi and Grill

Fast Food

• KFC
• Subway
• McDonald’s
• Fatburger
• Wendy’s
• New York Fries
• Popeyes Louisianna Kitchen
• Tim Hortons
• A&W

Healthy Choices

• Wise and Wright
• Seed N Salt
• Dedicate Healthy Kitchen
• Marko’s Kitchen

Vegan-Friendly

• The Coup
• Monday’s Plant Café
• The Allium
• Vegan Street
• Hearts Choices

Southwest Calgary — More Than Just Great Tastes

Southwest Calgary is home to a remarkably diverse mix of restaurants, markets, and retail shops. If you’re thinking about moving to one of our communities, check out my listings in Valley Ridge, Lakeview, Haysboro, Crestmont, and Glendale. 

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