Calgary's Culinary Scene Shines: 14 Restaurants Crowned Among Canada's Best for 2025!

Well, isn't this just absolutely fantastic news for Calgary's vibrant food scene! Our city, it seems, is truly making its mark on the national culinary stage, with an impressive fourteen local establishments landing on the highly anticipated Canada's 100 Best Restaurants list for 2025. Honestly, that's quite a feat, isn't it?

It's always exciting to see our local talent recognized, but this year's showing is particularly remarkable. Canada's 100 Best Restaurants magazine, a real authority in the Canadian dining world, has officially highlighted Calgary's incredible diversity and high standards. And get this: Alberta as a whole snagged 17 spots, meaning a whopping 14 of those are right here in our own backyard. Talk about local pride!

Leading the charge, and truly making us beam, is Major Tom, securing the prestigious No. 4 spot nationally and being crowned the best restaurant in all of Alberta. It's a testament to their consistent excellence, don't you think? But they're certainly not alone in this celebratory moment. Our city’s culinary breadth is well represented, with places like the ever-popular Shokunin coming in strong at No. 12, and the iconic River Café still charming diners at No. 20.

The list continues to showcase an incredible array of dining experiences, from the intimate and exclusive setting of Eight (No. 23) to the sophisticated sips and bites at Bar Von Der Fels (No. 25). And who could forget the delightful Pigeonhole at No. 29, or the grand Hawthorn Dining Room at No. 40? Seriously, just thinking about all these incredible spots makes one's taste buds tingle!

Newer additions making a splash include Orchard Restaurant at No. 53 and Lonely Mouth Bar at No. 77, showing that Calgary's gastronomic landscape is always evolving and welcoming fresh, exciting concepts. Then we have beloved mainstays like Model Milk (No. 54), Luca (No. 67), Foreign Concept (No. 80), D.O.P. (No. 81), and JinBar (No. 95) all contributing to this truly diverse and delicious lineup. It's not just fine dining, either; it's a mix of innovative, casual, and classic spots, which really speaks to our city's dynamic food culture.

This achievement is a significant jump from last year, when ten Calgary restaurants made the cut. It clearly signals a growing momentum and an undeniable surge in quality and creativity from our local chefs and hospitality teams. It’s more than just food, you know; it’s about the passion, the dedication, and the sheer hard work that goes into crafting these memorable dining experiences. So, if you've been looking for an excuse to explore Calgary's fantastic culinary scene, well, consider this your official invitation to go out and celebrate!