The market is located about 5 miles south of our recommended hotels, but if you are in the area and love Farmers' Markets, then consider making the trip. The single level, covered market offers a vast selection of food and non-food items. Come for the fun and local flavor.
Price: Least ExpensiveThis locally owned natural food market and café is located a little over a mile southwest of our recommended hotels. The market offers mostly organic produce, bulk foods, free-range meats, grocery items, nutritional supplements, and other wholesome eats.
Price: Least ExpensiveLocated a few miles SW of our recommended hotels, this indoor/outdoor market covers over 100,000 square feet and features 150 vendors selling everything from antiques, to handmade crafts for fresh produce to Philly steak subs!
Price: Least ExpensiveThis place has a 50's theme retro style decor with chrome chairs, plastic cushions, a neon juke box, formica tables and red formica counter--perfect for those travelers dining alone. The big diner menu offers breakfast all day and the focus is comfort food.
Price: Least ExpensiveThis small (seats about 20), retro style diner with its red Formica tables, long counter with red cushioned chrome stools and black and white checked floor serves breakfast all day! While short on space, it's long on vibe, diner vibe!
Price: Least ExpensiveThere are nearly a dozen of these wholesome coffee houses in Calgary. Each one is a little different, but all offer high quality eats in an inviting environment. Vegetarians, vegans and carnivores will appreciate the menu of soups, salads, hot specials and sandwiches.
Price: Least ExpensiveThere are nearly a dozen of these wholesome coffee houses in Calgary. Each one is a little different, but all offer high quality eats in an inviting environment. Vegetarians, vegans and carnivores will appreciate the menu of soups, salads, hot specials and sandwiches.
Price: Least ExpensiveThere are nearly a dozen of these wholesome coffee houses in Calgary. Each one is a little different, but all offer high quality eats in an inviting environment. Vegetarians, vegans and carnivores will appreciate the menu of soups, salads, hot specials and sandwiches.
Price: Least ExpensiveLocated in the tree-lined "Bridgeland" community, this casual and modern Japanese restaurant offers favorite cooked and raw cuisine. Exposed ductwork, concrete style floors, blonde wood tablles and a long blonde wood sushi bar create a minimalist and upbeat vibe.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveThis eatery is a chain, but an more upscale and trendy one. Each restaurant has its own unique ambiance and vibe and the big menu's ample selection will appeal to a broad array of eaters. The Eau Claire Market restaurant has cozy booths, an open kitchen, and overall casual feel.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveSelf serve buffet style food is the appeal here. These delis (four in downtown) offer workers a quick bite option for breakfast and/or lunch. Egg sandwiches get good reviews as do the soups, pastas and custom sandwiches. Grab and go items are in supply as well. Pizza is also offered.
Price: Least ExpensiveLocated in the heart of downtown and below the Calgary Marriott, Milestone's is an upscale chain that offers a yummy cafe style menu with plenty of healthy, hearty and vegetarian options. The setting is casual and upbeat with lots of wood, cozy booths and contemporary décor.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveThe multi-level space of this contemporary steak restaurant is connected via a 40-foot atrium. Diners can enjoy food and cocktails in the hip and stylish Bar Modern (on the main floor) with seating for 105, or a more set dinner in the the equally styled upstairs dining room with its wood tables,
Price: ExpensiveThis place is modern and fun with its "egg seating", bright primary colors, loft like ceilings, and artwork throughout of farm animals, especially the chicken. There's also a bright red bar with white stools for those who may prefer a quick in and out or are dining alone.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveEverybody likes a place that is open nearly all day and night, offers a little bit of this and that, and has that local, casual, but also a bit of hipness. The Porch is all of this.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveWe just love a big diner menu and Red's delivers with some extra yum. The space is diner casual and urban with exposed brick, light green walls, wood floors and tables, and a bar that is perfect for those on their own. The menu offers breakfast all day and it is the preferred meal.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveA Stroll through Eau Claire Market into Prince Island Park via one of the three footbridges is required to reach what has been hailed as the best restaurant ambiance in town. River Café is the place for foodies who enjoy seasonal menus with upscale, gourmet, and mostly organic ingredients.
Price: ExpensiveSunterra Market offers breakfast, lunch and other prepared foods along with grocery items. The full service deli, salad bar, and hot meals are perfect for those needing a quick meal fix.
Price: Least ExpensiveThis vegetarian eatery serves all three meals in a bright and modern atmosphere. Think funky and eclectic with local artists' work adorning the walls and the occasional DJ spinning tunes. Along with a fairly diverse menu, there is also a cappuccino bar and patio.
Price: Least ExpensiveThere are two levels and a lot of energy here. When the weather is nice, the outdoor patio is its own draw. The decor is contemporary and leans casual, despite being a steakhouse and the higher prices.
Price: ExpensiveAs the name implies, this is a steak house, and it's sleek, modern and cool. Lots of rich woods, leather booths, contemporary light fixtures and white linens create a sophisticated setting.
Price: ExpensiveLocated just 3 miles northeast of downtown, this Japanese restaurant and sushi bar brings super fresh, old school Asian cuisine to Calgary. The décor is low-key and very casual with dark walls and dark wood tables and plentiful lighting. Food is the focus here not decor.
Price: Moderately Expensive