This is one of my favourite places in this city. Not because of the fabulous food (food is okay), not because of the fabulous wine selection (they don't have that either), but because it is has the coziest patio in this city.

On a summer day, sitting under umbrellas on a raised patio with some girl friends, chatting about nothing and everything, eating light seafood pastas, margherita pizzas, calamari, away from the city noise while still being in the middle of Kensington - well - very few experiences can match it.

Oh, now the cat's out of the bag. I'll have to share my patio now.

Had a great time here with friends - few bottles of wine but the service was really slow. The food seem to take forever! When it did arrive it was great though! What a neat space too

Some of the food was amazing but the Bison Special $$ was disappointing! The biggest down of the night was the service, taking over 30 minutes for dessert to show up. Okay but we won't be back.

I have been to very few restaurants where the entire menu sounds appetizing! There are incredible options for the vegetarian, vegan, and those who can't eat dairy or gluten. As I personally enjoy dairy, my grilled cheese sandwich was fantastic, although the cheese could have been a little less runny. My salad on the side was ideal, with a homemade balsamic dressing (no nasty bottled dressings here!), and had a variety of veggies in the salad.

The vanilla milkshake made with sorbetto and almond milk is my new favorite indulgence.

I will be back, without a doubt, as the prices were really reasonable, the atmosphere was pleasant, the servers were friendly, and the food was fresh and tasty!

After reading the reviews I had to write in to add another opinion.
My husband and I love this pizza.
We are very familiar with European pizzas and much prefer them so there is our bias.

I love the thin crust, the light tomato sauce, the sprigs of basil and oregano. Some call the flavor "burnt" but I would not say that at all. It is cooked in an extremely hot wood fired oven at about a million degrees so it may have a bit of a scorched edge but it is wood flavored not burnt.

I love anchovies so my favorite is the Romana. They added a few black olives and I would say it was perfect.

I cannot remember my husband's favorite but he has an egg added to the top and he thinks that is great. (I am not a fan of this but he loves it and it is quite common in Europe.)

The atmosphere is not overly cozy but the wine list is good (decent chianti classico in the half litre) and the service is great.

We will go back again and again!!

Staying for a few days solo in kensington this was a great find. Seating is set up around a bar and small private tables. The seats at the bar overlook the chefs at work churning out sophisticated small plate meals on a single cooktop. The meals are creative fusion dishes priced and sized to allow one to sample 2 or 3 if hungry or just one if a light meal will suffice. For example I ordered PEI mussels served with chorizo and potato in a brandy cream broth followed by a duck confit accompanied by savoury pancakes and red current jam. Both of these were excellent but i could easily have ordered another half dozen of the dishes on offer if i had space. The wine list is great, the coffee and dessert are great and the staff are friendly and casual. Furthermore the relaxed atmosphere makes this a good location for meeting someone if you happen to be single. Don't miss a visit to the winebar if you are visiting Calgary.

Seeing as Koki and Steve have been in the sushi business for over 20 years it is not surprising that the sushi is perfect and that the quality is top tier. What was surprising was their choice of oysters. They bring in THE BEST Kumamoto oysters that I have ever had - yes you may have had them in other oyster bars, but trust me - these are rank above!

I decided to try this place out after reading the good reviews found here. I have to say I was a bit disappointed by the service and the value. We split 3 creative specialty rolls & gyoza between the two of us. We waited almost 30 mins & when the first roll came, we realised the rolls only had 4 pcs each (despite costing between $10-$14 each). We wanted to add more to our order, but the server came by the tell us that it would take another 20-40 mins to add anything else. So we just left half full. Though the quality of the sushi was pretty good, I was unimpressed by the service & value. I will just stay with my usual fav spots next time I feel like sushi.

Between me and my friends, the first rule of Sushi Club has always been: Don't talk about Sushi Club!

Now, I'm breaking my silence: this place is fantastic.

Probably the best, most consistently good, sushi in town. No gimmicks, no outlandish rolls lathered in too muh sauce to hide inferior fish. Just regular sized maki and nigiri that make you focus more on the quality of the fish, rather than the quantitiy, like the many overpriced spots found around town. Their hot dishes and appetizers are also first class and authentic.

In true Japanese tradition, I've decided to share my favorite sushi spot with you, lucky readers of Chomp!

I really love their burritos - low in price but high in flavor and authenticity. I also love their flautas and other authentic mexican foods. To be honest, I've been there many times but have never had their pizza. Their Mexican food is just too good.

been to vero a lot lately due to the really good food, and good specials. lunch specials are always the best, 3 course meal for $15, and then on Wednesdays buy a bottle of wine get free oysters how good is that. love this place, best around kennsington.

must say this place is the bomb.
when do we ever get the cook coming out to check how good her food is? NEVER.
But Jenny, is one of a kind, not only is she talented she is also generous. her food is by far the best i've had in calgary, the creativity and the taste its like a feeling you get with your partner.
definatly the best in kennsington by far.
oh and ladies check out the hot guys there especialy mike ;)

Appetizer of Beef Carpaccio was AMAZING. The best I've ever had. Service was a bit slow off the start, but improved as the night went on. Reasonably priced menu and wine list. Some dishes were a bit unexpected... the shrimp ball explosion to be specific... but all in all a great dinner! (And we're a pretty picky crew, so that's saying a LOT). And all 5 of us had to take a tour of the ladies room to check out the coolest sink/taps we'd ever seen :)

After two visits to this little Bistro we would highly recommend it to anyone that enjoys a great food and service experience. The menu is full of delicious offerings from starters to desert. A must try.

I just heard that they opened up in Sunnyside two weeks ago, so I had to check it out. Nice quiet location to get a good coffee. I have a feeling it will not be quiet for long. This place will catch on. Thank you to the pleasant staff for the delicious americano! I wish they had power for my computer.

The food was good but to rich and fattening for my taste buds and waistline. Waiter moved so fast and started pouring wine, asked for the wine list repeatedly. Wound up we paid $75 per bottle of wine - not even sure that we drank the two bottles as the bottles were not left at the table. There were only four of us that had the wine. Just felt like we had been suckered by the slick waiter. Will not be going back!

Recently a girlfriend and I had the chance to pop into Winebar Kensington. From the moment we walked in the door we were treated famously.

Sitting at the bar, we were anxious to have a good glass of wine to let us unwind from our busy week. We were not disappointed. After talking with Jeff about the wine list, he smartly recommended a glass of 2005 Monastrell/Tempranillo from Valencia, Spain. While deciding on the cheese plate, the smells of different creations from the open kitchen were making our mouths water. If you decide to come to Winebar Kensington, you have to order the cheese plate. The goat gouda was amazing paired with the pineapple coconut compote. Fascinated by the features listed on the board, we ordered the duck ravioli and were absolutely blown away! In addition, we ordered the grilled olive oil flatbread with basil pesto, bocconcini, prosciuttino. Every bite was amazing! It was hard to stop eating. We finally ended with the lip smacking honey semifreddo, caramel nut crunch with espresso cream for dessert which was the perfect finish to a great evening.

The whole experience was lovely. The cuisine is exquisite, the staff is very sincere and personable and the atmosphere was inviting. I can’t wait to go back!

Amazing atmosphere with cuisine that will leave you so excited that you came!

The presentation was amazing!

I've lost count of how many times I've been to this place and frankly it's just the best sushi in town. You do need to make a reservation if you plan to go on Friday or Saturday. Every meal has been above my expectations.

Sorry but this is not my idea of mexican food. It is way too lame and simple, not too much spices and the main plates weather its beef or chicken all come with the same simple rice and beans, the only thing they change is the sauce that goes on top!

We had the calamari with the pita and tzatziki, can you say awesome. No one makes tzatziki like these guys. Mussels - spicy citrus was our choice 3 other flavours to choose from. If your looking for a great city view from their patio or a quaint little place head to Jupiter. Thanks Maria for making our day with your pleasant smile.

The food here is amazing... but you'll wait in line for it. It's very worth it, if you are okay with the in-close atmosphere (the place is packed upon packed-in), and you like to eat.

This was my first time trying Ethiopian food. Very delicious food.

I was so looking forward to this being a great pizza destination in Calgary, sadly it didn't make the grade. The service was good, but the food was really bland. My pizza had a slathering of plain tomato sauce topped with a sparse layer of mushrooms and melted cheese. I'm thinking a frozen pizza from Superstore might have beaten my dinner in a taste test. Too bad...

What a pleasant surprise! We arrived just before lunch and were a little hesitant when we had our pick of tables. We were served quickly with very friendly staff. The food came and was great! I had the lamb pita, and my friend a chicken wrap. Both great - and the fries are AMAZING!! Almost don't want to write this review, as would like to keep this gem to myself!!

This was my second time to Pulcinella. The atmosphere is nice but the food is overpriced for what you get and most importantly the service was really unacceptable. We sat for a good 15 minute before acknowledged by a server which was understandable since it was friday night and the place was packed. But we had to wait about an hour for our pizza which was literally just sauce with ham and mozza cheese on top and very burnt at the bottom and crust. Not only was the food came out slow, the server didn't come once to check on us until we were done eating. My friend and I were furious and complained to the manager who in the end took pizza off the bill (which wasn't our intention) but didn't even say sorry to us. He even seemed upset that we were complaining. The experience completely ruined our night.

I just moved into the area and was told to go for a coffee at higher ground. First question I asked was do you serve organic coffee? I was told that ALL higher ground coffee was Organic . I had a dark roast and muffin. Muffin was nice......Dark Roast was Excellent. I have found my new coffee spot here in town.
PS The people watching is fun

My Girlfriend and I are always on the hunt for great Phad Thai dishes and we just found a new champion.

Delicious Thai served up one of the best Phad Thai's I've ever had. Highly recommend it!

I like to take out-of-towners here if the plan is a mellow night of hanging out. The decor is traditional and beautiful and the experience is definitely unique. Now if only they had some tobacco-free fruity shishas...

Another great reason to go to Kensington! I live in the area and this is my first time at the Broken Plate. We had no reservation, and Gus our host made us feel right at home from start to finish. It is such a nice atmoshpere inside. Bright, clean, and Greek without seeming over themed. There where a lot of windows which added to the bright and comfortable atmosphere. The Greek Chicken Wrap was very tasty and perfectly balanced. My friend had the Lamb Burger which was such a nice change from beef. All ingredients where fresh as you can get and each lunch choice came with fries and greek salad. Portion size was very generous and the prices were very appropriate for lunch. I'm excited to go there for dinner!

I was pleasantly suprised that this restaurant was much better than I had thought for many years. The atmosphere was understatedly greek, bright and airy. Gus, our host was so friendly and eagar to please. My friend and I felt welcome as soon as we pulled up to the menu on the outside of the business. The food was so fresh with well balanced tastes. I had remembered having Greek coffee many years ago and was looking forward to trying it again. There was nothing wrong, just not to my liking. I had the old standby of brewed coffee after trying the Greek version of a triple espresso. Our lunch was extremely tasty and beautifully presented. I would suggest that anyone that likes Greek food will be very happy to find this gem in Kensington. Thank you for your professionalism Gus!

This place has THE BEST pizza I have ever had! The thick homemade crust, zesty tomato sauce (I believe it has hint of mint as the secret ingredient), loads of cheese, and the wonderfully generous topping portions is to die for! They have a great 50% off special on Mondays after 4pm, I believe. You have got to try this pizza! This place is rocking on the weekends with great music, lots of locals and a very lively atmosphere!

This place has a traditional pub atmosphere with definite character! The service is friendly and the food is good. I like the back part of the pub as it is quite cozy and the bar is right there!

This is a great restaurant bar! They have great friendly service and a nice trendy pub atmosphere! The food is fantastic! It is a true local hang out for this trendy neighborhood. My boyfriend's roommate practically lives there!

I love FATS! They have great burgers, sandwiches and pizza! They have a 50% off pizza deal on Mondays! This is definitely a popular spot on the weekends. It has a definite pub atmosphere with trendy music and sports playing on the TV screens.

This quaint coffee shop specializes in roasted coffee beans! Their coffee is amazing and the atmosphere is warm and cozy! This is my boyfriend's favorite coffee shop and I can see why as it is a nice change with much more character than the typical coffee shop chains. They even have a patio in the summer!

I had a business lunch at Osteria recently and was pleasantly surprised by the value, and quality of food and service. The atmosphere was upscale and pleasant. I won't soon forget the wonderful light coming in through the many windows. Our waiter made us feel very comfortable and we both enjoyed the food very much. The Pollo Vino Bianco was great and the daily special of Red Snapper was very well prepared. Very moist and tender with very few bones. The marinara sauce was a delicious way to top it off. Our lunch portions where very generous so be prepared to leave full or ask for take home! I took my business partner to Osteria to impress him, but ended finding myself very impressed as well!

Located in the heart of Kensington, this restaurant has a nice patio to enjoy good appetizers and drinks!

This is such a cool restaurant! Moroccan cushions, pillows, carpets, and traditional furnishings create a unique atmosphere at this restaurant! The food is wonderfully flavorful. To get the full experience offered I recommend trying something from each course! Oh, and the fun part is you can eat with your hands! This place usually requires a reservation at least a week in advance for Friday and Saturday dining. There are not too many restaurants like this in Calgary!!

This coffee house is quite unique! Coffee shop by day, live music and art scene by night. They offer free wireless internet, a great coffee and beverage selection as well as great cafe meals. Check out the relaxed atmosphere at this great hang out!

This is a great trendy place to enjoy coffee, a light snack and internet access! The comfy chairs and fireplace add to this inviting atmosphere!

I love having my morning coffee and doing some work at higher ground. Free internet access if you want to plug in and the usual pay as you go hotspot if you need to go wireless. Great coffee and tea selections and I love the panini sandwiches. Gets busy mid afternoon. It's great to support the local place!

From the first week of opening, this restaurant has become my favorite spot for gelato and a sure stop with the visitors as a hot spot. I recently had an Americano on my way out of town which I enjoyed as well.

I am never disappointed when I stop here to dine. Be it with friends after work or with family for a celebration I have always left happy.

also a great patio, with view of DT

This place has good breakfasts and are priced right. Truthfully it's really not worth waiting in the long line-ups outside especially in the cold winter weather!

Globefish is great for sushi. The new space is stylish and spacious, and I never seem to have to wait too long for a table or my food during the lunch rush. My only real complaint is that they aren't open on Mondays! I like to start my meal off with some Miso Soup or Prawn Sunomono Salad. The tempura is nice, although maybe a little greasy for my taste. As someone who isn't a fan of the popular California roll, I love the more adventurous sushi at Globefish. I recommend the Sushi Pizza (Baked rice pizza squares with avocado, scallops, salmon and tobiko), the Crunch n' Munch Roll (Prawn tempura, cucumber & tobiko roll wrapped with unagi & avocado. Served with unagi sauce & wasabi creamy sauce), the Rapture Roll (Prawn tempura, tobiko and cucumber roll wrapped with spicy mix (salmon & tuna). Served with green onion, unagi sauce & spicy sauce) and many more. The special rolls at Globefish contain ingredients like soft shell crab, lobster, mango, and many are drizzled in delicious sauce. Definitely worth trying!