The Best Italian Restaurants In Calgary, Canada

An impressive option for upscale Mediterranean cuisine is the elegant Teatro restaurant. Centered around providing outstanding seasonal dishes, the restaurant’s principal philosophy of quality food and knowledgeable service has been the same since it opened over 20 years ago. The menu reflects the duality of the owner’s family roots in Italy as well as the influence of local producers and the ingredients available from organic suppliers.

Hidden away in a rather inauspicious location, Prego Cucina Italiana is nevertheless a great, unpretentious Italian restaurant in Calgary’s downtown Eau Claire shopping centre. Once you make it inside, the place has a bright, airy interior and relaxed atmosphere. The menu is relatively simple, focusing on Italian classics like house made cannelloni and seafood risotto.

Centini is a cozy, intimate restaurant that is perfect for a romantic date night or family celebration. The main menu is full of Italian favorite dishes with a Canadian twist, including plenty of sharing platters that are perfect for groups. The wine list here is also worth a note, due to its great selection of European and international wines and the knowledgeable advice of the maitre d’ team.

A contemporary take on the traditional trattoria, Bonterra places a central emphasis on Tuscan flavors and fresh, simple ingredients. The choice of dishes is relatively compact and each appears uncomplicated, yet is delivered with a creative twist. The homely yet elegant dining room, combined with exquisite food presentation, makes this a restaurant experience to cherish.