Came here for our one year wedding anniversary and the staff were so sweet. We got complimentary…read morechampagne, which was a nice surprise. Our server offered to take pictures of us at dinner which was also thoughtful. The vibe was chill but fun!

We were originally going to another brunch spot but they were way too busy so we looked up more…read moreoptions on Yelp and came across Porch. We saw they were going to open at 11am, and decided to try our luck by getting there right at opening since we didn't have a reservation. We got lucky and got seated right away! - PARKING - Street parking, make sure you take note of how long you paid for! - SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT - The ambiance inside is so nice and airy, with greenery and natural light shining through. There's also a super cute swing area next to the bar area that you can sit. I really liked the overall interior design! The staff was very attentive for our large party throughout our meal. There are bathrooms downstairs as well. - FOOD - Bacon Jam Benedict ($20.00): Loved the flavor combination in this! The sweet savory maple bacon jam worked so well! We upgraded to the fried potatoes ($4.00) and they were pretty tasty. Carrot Cake French Toast ($24.00): We got one to share with the table, and I'm glad we didn't commit because it was just OK to me. I wish there was more mascarpone filling, and also a different sauce than chocolate because it didn't pair well for me. Winter Nights ($19.00): We wanted to get some greens in and chose this salad. I enjoyed the mix of greens and also the fennel salami which gave a salty bite! Truffle Parm Fries ($13.00): We also got this to share with the table and you can't go wrong with these! - OVERALL - Great brunch option if you have a small or large group! Really nice airy ambiance for a nice start to your day.

Originally from Nova Scotia and was looking for my poutine fix. Found this place online and saw…read morethat they do donair poutine and have been told that only Nova Scotia can do donair right so thought I would try it. They didn't disappoint, the donair tasted like the kind back in Nova Scotia although I did find the sauce to be a tad on the sweet side but definitely delicious. Definitely recommend and will be back to try another kind

Not sure why this place has such a low rating on Yelp (but rated much higher on Google). I got the…read moresmall Bombay Bomber and it was delicious! Great price and size, good for 2 people to enjoy. I loved this Indian twist on poutine, and I would recommend future visitors try out that variation! It took about 5 min for it to come out. Ambiance is casual with some seating inside No street parking available close by. I look forward to getting the Bombay Bomber again!

**Decent overall, but missed the mark on execution and service consistency.**…read more We were searching for Japanese food near our Airbnb, and Donkari popped up. The menu reminded me of some of my favorite Bay Area spots, like Gochi, so we decided to give it a try. We arrived around 6 PM to a fully packed house, which is usually a great sign of a successful restaurant. **What we ordered:** Tempura udon, salmon sashimi, buta yaji don (pork bowl), and ice cream. My daughter absolutely loved her meal and is already demanding we come back. Seeing her so happy with the food was a huge win, and I'd be more than willing to return just for her. For me, however, the experience was a mixed bag. I purposely ordered the buta yaki don because it's always a great test of how a kitchen handles pork. Unfortunately, the execution wasn't 100% right. The meat seemed to just be pan-fried, leaving a blatant, unfiltered pork smell. I hope it could have been marinated more to get rid of the smell. Overall, it's a decent spot, and we will be returning for sure!

Honestly, this could be my new favorite Japanese restaurant in Calgary. Tucked in a plaza just off…read more14th St SW, Donkari is a small, maybe 15-seater restaurant serving up Japanese comfort food. The inside is cozy with lots of wood accents. My friends and I got and shared the Katsu udon, classic gyu don, and karaage curry. Every single dish was a banger; I especially loved the gyu don with perfectly seasoned beef and the rice soaking up the sauce. I liked that each dish came with a couple side dishes like tofu, tempura egg, or miso soup. Everything was priced around $18-23. The service was also very friendly; we raved about how delicious the food was, and our server seemed delighted to hear that. So here's your chance to go try the food out and tell her the same thing!

HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!…read more Pros: They have gluten free options!! (Even if menu doesn't mention) The portion sizes are pretty filling The options to choose from The food tasted fresh We didn't have to wait too long for food to get there Staff was super friendly Cons: There was a little wait time but hardly a con

In the heart of Calgary, went to check on this trendy upcoming brunch spot - Maven. Its an elevated…read moreall-day brunch restaurant, known for its unique fusion of Asian and European culinary traditions with classic Western comfort food. Ordered the Shakshouka Breakfast pasta. Truly a wonderful dish as its made up of merguez lamb sausage, mezze pasta paired spiced tomato sauce, creme fraiche, garlic panko, parmesan, soft poached egg. This place also serves mimosas and wide variety of drinks. Its also known for their unique egg Benedicts and western dishes with Asian fusion. Overall, its an excellent spot for brunch and must be checked out if you are in the area!

Lovely independent spot to grab a homemade breakfast or lunch in Gulf Canada Square. In addition to…read moresome sandwich and salad staples, they have rotating weekly features of different hot dishes and soups. On this visit, I tried the mac and cheese and beef/barley soup. The soup was warm and inviting with real beef. But, the real highlight was the mac and cheese: extra creamy made with real cheddar cheese and topped with buttery homemade croutons. For the portions provided, $10 is more than fair for well-prepared comfort food!

Made from Scratch is in the Gulf Canada Square food court. Usually has the longest lineups out of…read moreall the vendors there. They offer two fresh soups every day which are clearly not canned and made from scratch. They also offer a different special every day of the week that can be supplemented with a salad or a small soup. These specials range from clubhouse sandwiches, to spring roll on vermicelli, to mac n' cheese (scratch made). One of my go-to places for lunches and as a soup connoisseur they are able to beat out most places by providing homemade soups instead of the typical generic Campbell's stuff you find in most delis. One thing I would like is for them to switch up and try their hand at making other soups because I have been here so many times the soups are getting slightly old (but still tastier and better value than Sunterra) TLDR: Soups good, specials can be good, sandwiches fresh, salad available.

This place is a bar for sure! But it had pretty good food. We ordered the pierogies, onion rings,…read morefried pickles, fish and chips, and beef tacos. The onion rings had a hot honey sauce, it was really delicious so a pleasant change from ketchup. It was pretty busy but it's a Saturday. We were happy with everything we ate. The service was great! After 7 pm, you have to be over 18.

Don't let the name fool you. Great food at amazing price for the area. Has plenty of outdoor…read moreseating which was nice on a cool night. I don't drink but the drink menu looked quite varied. Service was excellent. If you are in the Stephen Avenue area this is definitely worth a stop.

Got chicken strip/tender here and it was really good. One of the best chicken tender I had and…read morebetter than ones in the States.

Life changing fried chicken... that's how good it was. Comes out hot af, crispy, and salty, the…read moremeat still juicy, and really what more can you ask for? Their fries are really similar to McDonald's fries.

I have been here three different times, and realized I have not written about it. I love this…read moreplace. The menu is small and each item is done perfectly well! The staff is super helpful and helps decide if you are confused about what and how to get your items. The ambiance is nice.. it is on the happening street, quiet corners.

Dropped in just prior to a Flames game. Kate was our server…read moreand she did a wonderful job. We started with appetizers-- shishito peppers, shrimp toasties, beef tartare and calamari. Each of them good, your guess on which pepper was going to be spicy. Good flavor with some spicy surprises. The shrimp toastie was pretty good, the bread ratio to shrimp was a tad high. The calamari was really good, excellent tomato sauce that included guanciale (nice treat). The best appetizer of the night was for sure the tartare. The flavors and preparation was spot on. I had the trout for dinner, it had a crusted brioche on top of nice creamy potatoes. The trout was cooked perfectly and had great flavors. Good spot to drop in for a solid meal.

Heaven is HEAVEN!…read more Being gluten free from 2016-2026 in the states, I hadn't eaten Tres Leches OR Quesadillas of any kind in a decade. I found Heaven via GF social media and it did not disappoint. For an app, I split the Yuca Buenolos with my husband, and they were kinda heavy but worth it. I got the Pulled Pork Arepa and him the Arepa Pabellon -- both were large and raveworthy!! I had planned on only eating one bite of the Tres Leches and taking it all to-go, but ended up sitting down and devouring the whole container on the curb because it was literally that tasty and nostalgic. Next day, I went out of my way to come back for lunch. The Roasted Chicken Quesadilla and gluten free BEER were the chefs kiss. Highly recommend, esp for Celiac travelers! Chill ambiance with attentive service & nice bathroom for customers.

This is a restaurant with amazing food and then proceeds to destroy the entire experience with the…read moreabsolutely ridiculous price of $4.95 for soft-drinks, yes $4.95 for one can of pop. The owner tries to argue his way out of it that it is not greed but due to overhead. Get real. I can name at least half-dozen restaurants within walking distance that would not dream of prices for drinks bordering on usury. This places charges 70 percent more that virtually every other restaurant in the same area, all facing the same overhead. Every last one is $2.90 or less. Heaven is not even remotely competitive. The food I give four stars to but I have to downgrade the overall experience to one-star because I do not like being taken for a ride. I generally have 3 soft-drinks with a meal and 50 percent of my bill going to my beverage comsumption makes this a restaurant to avoid.