Best Italian Restaurants in Calgary
This list covers the best Italian restaurants in Calgary, based on Google ratings and review counts as of October 2026. It includes pizzerias and full-service ristorantes across neighbourhoods like Beltline, Bridgeland-Riverside, and Southwest Calgary. Inexpensive and moderate price levels are most common, with a few expensive options. The top-rated places, such as Roma's Pizzeria with a 4.9 from 2862 reviews, indicate broad popularity.
Several neighbourhoods, such as Beltline and Bridgeland-Riverside, have multiple entries on the list. The selection reflects a strong local preference for pizza, with many spots specializing in it, alongside restaurants known for classic pasta and veal dishes. All places are currently open and have at least 150 reviews. This ensures the recommendations are based on substantial customer feedback and current operations. The data shows a variety of hours, with some places opening for lunch and others for dinner only.
| # | Name | Area | Rating | Reviews | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roma's Pizzeria | Bridgeland-Riverside | ★★★★★ 4.9 | 2,862 | $ |
| 2 | Pizza Culture Napoletana | Renfrew | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 2,033 | $$ |
| 3 | La Brezza Ristorante | Bridgeland-Riverside | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 1,513 | $$$ |
| 4 | YYC Pasta Bar 17th Ave | Beltline | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 1,463 | $ |
| 5 | A Pizza Plus | Southwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 559 | $ |
| 6 | Via Cibo | Coventry Hills | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 2,178 | $$ |
| 7 | Toscana Italian Grill on 10th | Beltline | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 702 | $ |
| 8 | De Minico's | McCall | ★★★★★ 4.9 | 300 | $ |
| 9 | SS106 Aperitivo Bar | Renfrew | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 696 | $$ |
| 10 | Rea's Italian Cucina | Greenview Industrial Park | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 1,380 | $$ |
| 11 | Spiros Pizza on 17th Calgary | Southwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 1,144 | $$ |
| 12 | Posto Pizzeria & Bar | Beltline | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 1,118 | $$ |
| 13 | Royal Pizza Parkhill | Southwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 437 | $$ |
| 14 | La Luna Rossa Ristorante | Winston Heights-Mountview | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 269 | $ |
| 15 | Villa Firenze | Bridgeland-Riverside | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 714 | $$ |
| 16 | Michael's Pizza Restaurant & Delivery | Beltline | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 695 | $$ |
| 17 | Il Chianti Restaurant ~ In Tuxedo | Tuxedo Park | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 360 | $$$ |
| 18 | UNA pizza + wine Calgary: 17th Ave | Beltline | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 2,410 | $$ |
| 19 | Mercato Mission - Restaurant | Southwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 1,785 | $$$ |
| 20 | Osteria Chef's Table | Northwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 525 | $ |
Roma's Pizzeria
Roma's Pizzeria in Bridgeland-Riverside is an inexpensive spot with a 4.9 rating from 2862 reviews. Reviewers often mention donair pizza, sweet mushroom pizza, and free samples. It is open daily for lunch and dinner, with hours until 10 PM on weekends.
Opening hours
- Sun 12:00-20:00
- Mon 11:00-20:00
- Tue 11:00-21:00
- Wed 11:00-21:00
- Thu 11:00-21:00
- Fri 11:00-22:00
- Sat 12:00-22:00
Pizza Culture Napoletana
Pizza Culture Napoletana in Renfrew has a moderate price level and a 4.7 rating from 2033 reviews. Reviewers frequently note the Neapolitan pizza, arancini, and patio. It serves lunch and dinner, with a break between afternoon and evening service most days.
Opening hours
- Sun 13:00-21:00
- Mon 11:30-14:30, 17:00-21:00
- Tue 11:30-14:30, 17:00-21:00
- Wed 11:30-14:30, 17:00-21:00
- Thu 11:30-14:30, 17:00-21:00
- Fri 11:30-14:30, 17:00-22:00
- Sat 13:00-22:00
La Brezza Ristorante
La Brezza Ristorante is an expensive Italian restaurant in Bridgeland-Riverside, rated 4.7 from 1513 reviews. Reviewers often talk about calamari, veal, and the patio. It opens daily at 5 PM for dinner service and features a fireplace.
Opening hours
- Sun 17:00-21:00
- Mon 17:00-21:00
- Tue 17:00-21:00
- Wed 17:00-21:00
- Thu 17:00-21:00
- Fri 17:00-21:00
- Sat 17:00-21:00
YYC Pasta Bar 17th Ave
YYC Pasta Bar 17th Ave in Beltline is inexpensive and rated 4.7 from 1463 reviews. Reviewers commonly mention lobster ravioli, calamari, and chocolate cake. It opens at 11 AM daily, with closing times extending to 11 PM on weekends.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-21:00
- Mon 11:00-22:00
- Wed 11:00-22:00
- Thu 11:00-22:00
- Fri 11:00-23:00
- Sat 11:00-23:00
A Pizza Plus
A Pizza Plus in Southwest Calgary is an inexpensive pizza restaurant with a 4.8 rating from 559 reviews. Reviewers highlight the family-run operation, deep dish pizza, and lots of cheese. It opens in the late afternoon, from 3:30 PM onward.
Opening hours
- Mon 15:30-22:00
- Tue 15:30-22:00
- Wed 15:30-22:00
- Thu 15:30-22:00
- Fri 14:30-22:30
- Sat 14:30-22:30
Via Cibo
Via Cibo in Coventry Hills has a moderate price level and a 4.6 rating from 2178 reviews. Reviewers often note the alfredo, gelato, and free dessert. It opens at 11 AM daily, serves breakfast, and is open until 10 PM on weekends.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-21:00
- Mon 11:00-21:00
- Tue 11:00-21:00
- Wed 11:00-21:00
- Thu 11:00-21:00
- Fri 11:00-22:00
- Sat 11:00-22:00
Toscana Italian Grill on 10th
Toscana Italian Grill on 10th in Beltline is inexpensive, rated 4.7 from 702 reviews. Reviewers frequently mention arancini, happy hour, and calamari. It opens at 11 AM most days and is closed on Mondays.
Opening hours
- Sun 12:00-21:00
- Tue 11:00-22:00
- Wed 11:00-22:00
- Thu 11:00-22:00
- Fri 11:00-22:00
- Sat 12:00-22:00
De Minico's
De Minico's in McCall is an inexpensive Italian restaurant with a 4.9 rating from 300 reviews. Reviewers often talk about paninis, the family-run business, and pizza kits. Its hours vary, closing as early as 2 PM on Monday and 8 PM on Friday.
Opening hours
- Mon 11:00-14:00
- Tue 11:00-18:00
- Wed 11:00-18:00
- Thu 11:00-18:00
- Fri 11:00-20:00
SS106 Aperitivo Bar
Reviewers commonly mention gnocchi, arancini, and the patio. It opens for dinner daily, with later hours on weekends, and is closed on Mondays.
Opening hours
- Sun 16:00-21:00
- Tue 11:30-21:00
- Wed 11:30-21:00
- Thu 11:30-22:00
- Fri 11:30-23:30
- Sat 16:00-23:30
Rea's Italian Cucina
Rea's Italian Cucina in Greenview Industrial Park is moderately priced, rated 4.6 from 1380 reviews. Reviewers often note veal, calamari, and the family-run aspect. It serves both lunch and dinner, with a break between afternoon and evening service.
Opening hours
- Mon 11:30-14:00, 17:00-21:00
- Tue 11:30-14:00, 17:00-21:00
- Wed 11:30-14:00, 17:00-21:00
- Thu 11:30-14:00, 17:00-21:00
- Fri 11:30-14:00, 17:00-21:00
- Sat 17:00-21:00
Spiros Pizza on 17th Calgary
Spiros Pizza on 17th in Southwest Calgary is moderate in price, rated 4.6 from 1144 reviews. Reviewers frequently mention Greek food, lamb, and cheesecake. It opens daily at 4 PM for dinner, with hours until 10 PM on weekends.
Opening hours
- Sun 16:00-21:00
- Mon 16:00-21:00
- Tue 16:00-21:00
- Wed 16:00-21:00
- Thu 16:00-21:00
- Fri 16:00-22:00
- Sat 16:00-22:00
Posto Pizzeria & Bar
Posto Pizzeria & Bar in Beltline has a moderate price level and a 4.6 rating from 1118 reviews. Reviewers often talk about happy hour, perogies, and bruschetta. It opens at 11 AM most days, with a 3 PM start on Sundays.
Opening hours
- Sun 15:00-22:00
- Mon 11:00-22:00
- Tue 11:00-22:00
- Wed 11:00-22:00
- Thu 11:00-22:00
- Fri 11:00-23:00
- Sat 16:00-23:00
Royal Pizza Parkhill
Royal Pizza Parkhill in Southwest Calgary is moderate in price, rated 4.7 from 437 reviews. Reviewers commonly mention meat lovers pizza, crispy crust, and gluten free options. It opens at 11 AM daily, with late hours until 2 AM on weekends.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-22:00
- Mon 11:00-22:00
- Tue 11:00-22:00
- Wed 11:00-22:00
- Thu 11:00-22:00
- Fri 11:00-02:00
- Sat 11:00-02:00
La Luna Rossa Ristorante
La Luna Rossa Ristorante in Winston Heights-Mountview is inexpensive, rated 4.8 from 269 reviews. Reviewers often highlight the lamb, calamari, and homemade gnocchi. It serves lunch and dinner, with a break between services, and is closed Sundays.
Opening hours
- Mon 11:30-14:00, 17:00-21:00
- Tue 11:30-14:00, 17:00-21:00
- Wed 11:30-14:00, 17:00-21:00
- Thu 11:30-14:00, 17:00-21:00
- Fri 11:30-14:00, 17:00-21:00
- Sat 17:00-21:00
Villa Firenze
Villa Firenze in Bridgeland-Riverside has a moderate price level and a 4.6 rating from 714 reviews. Reviewers frequently note the portobello mushroom appetizer, veal, and gnocchi. It opens for dinner daily, with lunch service from Tuesday to Friday.
Opening hours
- Sun 17:00-21:00
- Mon 17:00-21:00
- Tue 11:30-14:00, 17:00-22:00
- Wed 11:30-14:00, 17:00-22:00
- Thu 11:30-14:00, 17:00-22:00
- Fri 11:30-14:00, 17:00-22:00
- Sat 17:00-22:00
Michael's Pizza Restaurant & Delivery
Michael's Pizza Restaurant & Delivery in Beltline is moderate in price, rated 4.6 from 695 reviews. It features outdoor and rooftop seating, plus live music. It opens at 11 AM daily, closing at 9 PM most nights, and is closed on Sundays.
Opening hours
- Mon 11:00-21:00
- Tue 11:00-21:00
- Wed 11:00-21:00
- Thu 11:00-21:00
- Fri 11:00-21:30
- Sat 11:30-21:30
Il Chianti Restaurant ~ In Tuxedo
Il Chianti Restaurant in Tuxedo Park is expensive, rated 4.7 from 360 reviews. Reviewers often mention the family-owned aspect, veal, and intimate feel. It serves lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Saturday, with a break between services.
Opening hours
- Tue 11:30-14:00, 17:00-21:00
- Wed 11:30-14:00, 17:00-21:00
- Thu 11:30-14:00, 17:00-21:00
- Fri 11:30-14:00, 17:00-21:00
- Sat 17:00-21:00
UNA pizza + wine Calgary: 17th Ave
UNA pizza + wine on 17th Ave in Beltline is moderate in price, rated 4.5 from 2410 reviews. Reviewers commonly talk about the patio, maggi, and arancini. It opens daily at 11:30 AM, with closing times at 10 or 11 PM.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:30-22:00
- Mon 11:30-22:00
- Tue 11:30-22:00
- Wed 11:30-22:00
- Thu 11:30-22:00
- Fri 11:30-23:00
- Sat 11:30-23:00
Mercato Mission - Restaurant
Mercato Mission in Southwest Calgary is an expensive Italian restaurant, rated 4.5 from 1785 reviews. Reviewers frequently mention caprese, bar seating, and the patio. It opens daily at 11:30 AM, with hours until 10 PM on weekends.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:30-21:00
- Mon 11:30-21:00
- Tue 11:30-21:00
- Wed 11:30-21:00
- Thu 11:30-21:30
- Fri 11:30-22:00
- Sat 11:30-22:00
Osteria Chef's Table
Osteria Chef's Table in Northwest Calgary is inexpensive, rated 4.6 from 525 reviews. Reviewers often note arancini, beef tartare, and complimentary bruschetta. It serves dinner daily and lunch from Tuesday to Friday, and is closed on Mondays.
Opening hours
- Sun 16:00-21:00
- Tue 11:30-14:00, 17:00-22:00
- Wed 11:30-14:00, 17:00-22:00
- Thu 11:30-14:00, 17:00-22:00
- Fri 11:30-14:00, 17:00-22:00
- Sat 16:00-22:00
Tips before you go
- Check hours, as many places close between lunch and dinner services or have limited Sunday hours.
- Inexpensive options are plentiful, especially for pizza, while expensive dinners are found at places like La Brezza and Mercato Mission.
- Beltline and Bridgeland-Riverside have high concentrations of Italian restaurants on this list.
- Many spots offer patios, takeout, and delivery, as indicated by their features.
- For a late-night option, Royal Pizza Parkhill is open until 2 AM on Friday and Saturday.
- Several restaurants, including Toscana Italian Grill and Posto Pizzeria, have notable happy hours.
How we made this list
This list was compiled using Google ratings and review counts as of October 22, 2026. A weighted rating calculation was applied so that places with very few reviews would not rank disproportionately high. Only establishments with at least 150 Google reviews were considered. Finally, the list includes only restaurants that are currently open for business. This method aims to provide a reliable and current snapshot of Calgary's top-rated Italian dining options based on verified customer data.
Questions about Italian restaurants in Calgary
Which restaurant has the highest rating?
Roma's Pizzeria and De Minico's both have a 4.9 rating. Roma's has 2862 reviews, making it one of the most popular spots on the list. De Minico's has 300 reviews and is a family-run restaurant in McCall. Both are inexpensive and offer pizza by the slice.
Are there good options for a special occasion dinner?
Yes. La Brezza Ristorante and Il Chianti Restaurant are expensive options with high ratings, often mentioned for veal and intimate atmospheres. Mercato Mission is another expensive choice noted for sharing plates and a patio. These restaurants typically open for dinner service only, starting at 5 PM.
Do any restaurants serve lunch?
Many do. YYC Pasta Bar, Via Cibo, and Toscana Italian Grill open at 11 AM for lunch. Several others, like Rea's Italian Cucina and La Luna Rossa, have specific lunch hours, often with a break before dinner. It is important to check individual hours as they vary, and some places are closed on certain days.
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