Best Steakhouses in Calgary
This list covers the best steakhouses in Calgary, based on Google ratings and reviews as of October 2026. It includes 14 restaurants, with Downtown and Beltline being the most common neighbourhoods. Most places are in the expensive price category, with a few at very expensive and moderate levels. The ratings are high, ranging from 4.6 to 4.2, with many establishments having thousands of reviews.
The steakhouses here all have at least 150 reviews, ensuring a reliable consensus from diners. They represent a mix of traditional chophouses, Brazilian rodizio, and modern grill concepts. The list highlights what reviewers mention most, from specific cuts of steak to side dishes and atmosphere. It is a practical guide for finding a highly-rated steak dinner in the city.
| # | Name | Area | Rating | Reviews | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vintage Chophouse and Tavern | Beltline | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 2,341 | $$$ |
| 2 | Hy's Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar | Downtown | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 1,822 | $$$$ |
| 3 | Wellingtons of Calgary | Southeast Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 1,317 | $$$ |
| 4 | Pampa Brazilian Steakhouse | Beltline | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 3,377 | $$$ |
| 5 | Caesar's Steak House & Lounge | Downtown | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 2,520 | $$$ |
| 6 | Chop Steakhouse & Bar | Horizon | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 2,223 | $$$ |
| 7 | Ruth's Chris Steak House | Downtown | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 1,136 | $$$$ |
| 8 | Caesar's Steak House & SPQR Lounge | Southeast Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 1,109 | $$ |
| 9 | Buchanan's Chop House | Downtown | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 816 | $$$ |
| 10 | Modern Steak Southport | Southwest Calgary | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 475 | $$$$ |
| 11 | CattleBaron Steakhouse NE - Airport | Horizon | ★★★★☆ 4.4 | 2,427 | $$$ |
| 12 | MODERN STEAK on Stephen Avenue | Downtown | ★★★★☆ 4.4 | 1,641 | $$ |
| 13 | Levilla Restaurant | Southwest Calgary | ★★★★☆ 4.4 | 459 | $$$ |
| 14 | The Guild | Downtown | ★★★★☆ 4.2 | 1,666 | $$$ |
Vintage Chophouse and Tavern
Vintage Chophouse and Tavern in Beltline is an expensive steak house with a 4.6 rating from 2341 reviews. It opens for lunch and dinner most days, closing at 11 pm on weekends. Reviewers often mention the ribeye, beef tartare, and live music.
Opening hours
- Sun 16:30-21:00
- Mon 11:30-22:00
- Tue 11:30-22:00
- Wed 11:30-22:00
- Thu 11:30-23:00
- Fri 11:30-23:00
- Sat 16:30-23:00
Hy's Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar
Hy's Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar is a very expensive Downtown option, also rated 4.6 from 1822 reviews. It opens daily at 11 am, except Sunday at 4 pm. Reviewers frequently talk about the cheese toast, happy hour, and beef wellington.
Opening hours
- Sun 16:00-21:00
- Mon 11:00-22:30
- Tue 11:00-22:30
- Wed 11:00-22:30
- Thu 11:00-22:30
- Fri 11:00-22:30
- Sat 16:00-22:30
Wellingtons of Calgary
Wellingtons of Calgary in Southeast Calgary is expensive and has a 4.6 rating from 1317 reviews. It opens at 4 pm daily. Reviewers often highlight the beef wellington, prime rib, and rack of lamb.
Opening hours
- Sun 16:00-20:30
- Mon 16:00-22:00
- Tue 16:00-22:00
- Wed 16:00-22:00
- Thu 16:00-22:00
- Fri 16:00-22:00
- Sat 16:00-22:00
Pampa Brazilian Steakhouse
Pampa Brazilian Steakhouse in Beltline is an expensive rodizio-style restaurant with a 4.5 rating from 3377 reviews. It serves lunch and dinner daily. Reviewers frequently mention the salad bar, gauchos, and grilled pineapple.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-14:00, 16:00-20:00
- Mon 11:00-14:00, 16:00-20:00
- Tue 11:00-14:00, 16:00-20:00
- Wed 11:00-14:00, 16:00-20:00
- Thu 11:00-14:00, 16:00-20:00
- Fri 11:00-14:00, 16:00-21:00
- Sat 11:00-14:00, 16:00-21:00
Caesar's Steak House & Lounge
Caesar's Steak House & Lounge is an expensive Downtown spot with a 4.5 rating from 2520 reviews. It is open for lunch and dinner Monday to Saturday. Reviewers often note the cheese toast, Table Side Caesar Salad, and french onion soup.
Opening hours
- Mon 11:30-21:00
- Tue 11:30-21:00
- Wed 11:30-21:00
- Thu 11:30-21:00
- Fri 11:30-21:00
- Sat 17:00-21:30
Chop Steakhouse & Bar
Chop Steakhouse & Bar in Horizon is expensive and rated 4.5 from 2223 reviews. It opens at 4 pm daily, staying open until midnight from Tuesday to Saturday. Reviewers often mention the prime rib, happy hour, and patio.
Opening hours
- Sun 16:00-22:00
- Mon 16:00-22:00
- Tue 16:00-00:00
- Wed 16:00-00:00
- Thu 16:00-00:00
- Fri 16:00-00:00
- Sat 16:00-00:00
Ruth's Chris Steak House
Ruth's Chris Steak House is a very expensive Downtown restaurant with a 4.5 rating from 1136 reviews. It opens daily at 5 pm. Reviewers frequently talk about the creme brulee, lobster bisque, and complimentary dessert.
Opening hours
- Sun 17:00-22:00
- Mon 17:00-22:00
- Tue 17:00-22:00
- Wed 17:00-22:00
- Thu 17:00-22:00
- Fri 17:00-23:00
- Sat 17:00-23:00
Caesar's Steak House & SPQR Lounge
Caesar's Steak House & SPQR Lounge in Southeast Calgary is moderately priced with a 4.5 rating from 1109 reviews. It is open for lunch and dinner Monday to Saturday. Reviewers often mention the cheese bread, onion soup, and lobster.
Opening hours
- Mon 11:30-21:30
- Tue 11:30-21:30
- Wed 11:30-21:30
- Thu 11:30-21:30
- Fri 11:30-22:00
- Sat 17:00-22:00
Buchanan's Chop House
Buchanan's Chop House is an expensive Downtown steak house with a 4.5 rating from 816 reviews. It opens at 11 am on weekdays and 5 pm on Saturday. Reviewers frequently highlight the scotch selection, whiskey selection, and patio.
Opening hours
- Mon 11:00-23:00
- Tue 11:00-23:00
- Wed 11:00-23:00
- Thu 11:00-23:00
- Fri 11:00-23:00
- Sat 17:00-23:00
Modern Steak Southport
Modern Steak Southport in Southwest Calgary is very expensive and has a 4.5 rating from 475 reviews. It opens at 4 pm daily. Reviewers often mention the wine selection, risotto, and halal options.
Opening hours
- Sun 16:00-21:00
- Mon 16:00-22:00
- Tue 16:00-22:00
- Wed 16:00-22:00
- Thu 16:00-22:00
- Fri 16:00-23:00
- Sat 16:00-23:00
CattleBaron Steakhouse NE - Airport
CattleBaron Steakhouse NE - Airport in Horizon is expensive with a 4.4 rating from 2427 reviews. It opens at 11 am on weekdays and 4 pm on weekends. Reviewers frequently talk about the prime rib, twice baked potato, and calamari.
Opening hours
- Sun 16:00-22:00
- 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
MODERN STEAK on Stephen Avenue
MODERN STEAK on Stephen Avenue is a moderately priced Downtown option with a 4.4 rating from 1641 reviews. It opens for lunch and dinner. Reviewers often highlight the rooftop patio, halal options, and date night special.
Opening hours
- Sun 16:00-21:00
- 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 16:00-23:00
Levilla Restaurant
Levilla Restaurant in Southwest Calgary is expensive and rated 4.4 from 459 reviews. It is closed on Mondays and opens for lunch and dinner. Reviewers frequently mention the prime rib, lobster bisque, and fireplace.
Opening hours
- Sun 16:30-21:00
- Tue 11:30-21:00
- Wed 11:30-21:00
- Thu 11:30-21:00
- Fri 11:30-21:00
- Sat 16:30-21:00
The Guild
The Guild in Downtown is expensive with a 4.2 rating from 1666 reviews. It opens for lunch and dinner daily. Reviewers often talk about the patio, happy hour, and gnocchi.
Opening hours
- Sun 16:00-22:00
- Mon 11:30-22:00
- Tue 11:30-22:00
- Wed 11:30-22:00
- Thu 11:30-23:00
- Fri 11:30-23:00
- Sat 16:00-23:00
Tips before you go
- Check opening hours, as many steakhouses open later on Sundays or are closed on specific days like Monday at Levilla.
- Most listed steakhouses are in the expensive price category, with a few at very expensive and moderate levels.
- Downtown and Beltline have the highest concentration of steakhouses on this list.
- Several places, like Hy's and The Guild, have happy hour mentions, which may offer value.
- Many restaurants offer takeout or delivery, as indicated in their features.
- For a traditional experience, look for places where reviewers mention specific cuts like ribeye or prime rib.
How we made this list
This list was created using Google ratings and review counts as of October 22, 2026. A weighted rating was applied so that places with very few reviews did not rank unfairly high. Only steakhouses with at least 150 Google reviews were considered for inclusion. The list also only includes restaurants that were open at the time of compilation.
Questions about steakhouses in Calgary
Which Calgary steakhouse has the highest rating?
Three steakhouses share the highest rating of 4.6: Vintage Chophouse and Tavern, Hy's Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar, and Wellingtons of Calgary. They have 2341, 1822, and 1317 reviews respectively. This indicates strong and consistent approval from a large number of diners.
Are there any steakhouses good for a special date night?
Several steakhouses have features suited for a date. MODERN STEAK on Stephen Avenue has a rooftop patio and a date night special. Many, like Hy's and Vintage Chophouse, have live music. Others, such as Levilla Restaurant and Buchanan's, have fireplaces or notable wine selections.
Where can I find a more affordable steak dinner in Calgary?
For more moderate prices, consider Caesar's Steak House & SPQR Lounge in Southeast Calgary or MODERN STEAK on Stephen Avenue Downtown. Both have ratings of 4.5 and 4.4 respectively. They offer the steakhouse experience at a lower price point than the expensive and very expensive options.
Do any steakhouses serve lunch?
Yes, many steakhouses on this list serve lunch. Caesar's Steak House & Lounge, Buchanan's Chop House, and Pampa Brazilian Steakhouse are open for lunch on weekdays. Features like 'serves_lunch_popular' indicate it is a common meal time for those restaurants.
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