We had a work dinner we were attending with customers and I could not have picked a better venue. It was light, bright, airy, super chill vibe with superb service. This was my first time there so parking was a bit odd to me. Eventually we figured it out. You park in the street or in the lots outside of condos and you walk a pretty far distance crossing a bridge in to the park. I mention this because work high heels and this walk do not go well together. Beautiful walk in the park looking at Canadian geese families were the true treat. Best tomato salad I have ever eaten with goat cheese underneath them. I also had the wild boar. (Aka pork belly)... I thought it was good but next time I will try something different on the menu just because everyone's dishes were all so vibrant with great reviews. We sat indoors near the kitchen but the have a wonderful outdoor patio area. Try to eat out there if weather permits. Our other group ate outdoors and loved it. Bring flat shoes... it's worth the little walk. read more

River Café - Wild boar - Canadian (New) Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

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Excellent food and amazing staff. Went here for my grandmothers 70th birthday and it was a hit. Fantastic food with a very unique menu that you can't find everywhere. Highly recommend their delicious shrimp eggs Benedict. All homemade food which makes it even more special with their great views on Prince's Island Park. read more

River Café - Brunch - Canadian (New) Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

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I like the atmosphere here. Its as if you are on a small island/ town and you are dining at a very warm Canadian restaurant. Kind of give you that family style feeling. Its nice and bright inside. So when you look out, you have a nice view of lots of green and you might even see the Bow river. You must make a reservation to dine here. They do get quite busy. So came and ordered the smoked halibut eggs benedict for $19. My sister ordered the same thing. She loved it. For me, I loved it too. But I did find the halibut a bit too salty. The potatoes were really good. Best part was their in house ketchup which looked like tomatoe paste. Their ketchup was really good. One thing here is that they charge for water. $1 per person for water and its really just normal water (nothing special). Food is definitely on the pricier side. Overall, it was good. The poached egg was cooked perfectly (which is the hardest part). Overall, I did like the food. If the halibut wasn't that salty it would be perfect for me. Definitely a place that tourist should visit. read more

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The food was amazing! Loved that everything was locally sourced. Our server was knowledgeable and friendly. The atmosphere was gorgeous.

The River Cafe was wonderful. We've only got one piece of negative feedback. The decor and ambiance was lovely, the location is serene. The food was impeccable, bar none the most beautiful combination of flavours we've experienced in Calgary in a while. The only downfall was our server who never seemed to be around, everyone else seemed to bring our food and or drinks, the food was brought to table before we even had our first bubbly and she had No knowledge of the food. Wine selection was great, desert to die for. Come here 100% I hope you get a good server. read more

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the food was wonderful and they had lots of jamaican dancers to entertain us as we ate, the only reason i bumped this review down a star was because of the scary amount of old guns on display, it gave an old and scary ambiance. I was doing well with my time there until the waiters dropped my pizza all over my new turtleneck! it was horrifying. I reccomend this place to any adventures outgoers, make sure to bring a change of clothes though LOL read more

I would give this 0 stars if I could, but for the benefit of a doubt, I'll give 1. I made reservations here for a party of 3, and since this was our first time visiting Calgary, we were really excited to try this place as we've heard a lot! We were on time, and were seated right behind the hostess...not the best spot but whatever. We were promptly served water by the bartender which was quick and appreciated...and then we waited 20+ minutes before someone took our order. I've made eye contact with every server and even the hostess during those 20+ minutes and NO ONE--not a single person working at this establishment--bothered to ask us if someone already took our order. We drove 2 hours to get to this restaurant from Banff and we were very disappointed to be treated this way. The whole staff practically ignored us. We were already looking at other places to eat when someone finally came to our table...Our server, Melanie, apologized and stated that there was some miscommunication with who was supposed to be our server. Okay, but nobody even bothered to check on us??? Pastry platter was okay. My two friends had the burger which they said was alright, and I had the halibut cakes...which the serving size seemed more like an appetizer tbh. I was still hungry. I'll give our server some points for trying to remedy this awkward situation. Appetizer and water (Wasn't aware they charged for water) was on the house. Honestly, even though she tried, it couldn't really salvage the bad experience. I'm giving this review at least one star because Melanie was trying to be a good sport. If I was in her situation, I'd be too embarrassed to face my customers. Luckily for her, we're non-confrontational. read more

One of the best meals I've ever had! I'm so pleased I chose River Café since I had just one night in the City Center. I finished everything they put in front of me - the Island Spritz cocktail, the Smoked Sabelfish, and the Bison Striploin. Great food with warm and exceptional service and a beautiful scene overall! read more

River Café - Smoked Sablefish - Canadian (New) Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

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The River Cafe is an attractive restaurant among a pretty Prince's Island. Walking here within Downtown Calgary is almost half the fun. I dined here recently as part of a Business trip. This is a "Local and Sustainable" food place and it executes this well with very good food attractively presented. The wine list was interesting (albeit with a relatively limited selection of Canadian choices) and the service was friendly and attentive. The River Cafe is not cheap, although it's sometimes hard to separate the factors of overall Calgary prices, the trendy factor, and a Loonie that is now worth more than the US Dollar. I would gladly come back as this is place I'd love to take Gayle and spend some quality date night time. read more

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I ordered the Burger. It was good. The patty was thick but yet juicy! I was really surprised about it. The atmosphere was great. Felt like you escaped the city and in the woods. As the cafe had the cabin feel. Also had the Bison tartare. That was average. Overall the place was a bit pricy. But you pay for what you get. So that is why I rates it a three. On the island. So great for a short walk after. read more

River Café - Canadian (New) Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

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Great food in an amazing setting. The brunch is well worth the effort of getting a table.

Absolutely a disappointment. We have never been to Calgary or this part of Canada. This is a Bucket List trip to Banff that started in Calgary and a reservation at a highly rated and exclusive place. So exclusive that my request for a service dog was met with scrutiny ans doubt...be sure to bring his ID! Like ID be lying! What of a person had a seeing eye dog? "We don't allow service animals" unless documented. Well duh and aren't you special? Here's the thing. You're not. Tonight we were expecting a 5 star experience. Including that we were to adhere to a dress code. But when we got there we saw cargo shorts and baseball caps and flip flops. We went out of out way to dress nicely and it was a waste of effort. Dinner was a disaster! We were told by our waiter early on that the "kitchen" was behind. That was like saying the Titanic hit an ice cube. Over an hour in to our reservation we had eaten 3 oysters each and lots of alcohol. Over 1.45 hours later we finally got apps. The Sablefish was ok but tiny and overpriced and lacking something. Acid? And the Octopus was good but not enough to fix an unforgivable evening. We really felt like fools. And patrons around us were also complaining. It was a trainwreck of a night for this obvious gold mine of a restaurant in the most epic location. Entrees. My Arctic Char was flavorless. I have had thus fish from east coast to west and it never had the thick and dry texture of this one. It's usually moist and a bit oily and slides down the throat. This was so dry and surrounded by a sea of starch...Millet? Not even sure at this point but also a load of jalapeños and the tiniest little bait fish shrimp I've ever seen. My husband had Duck that he felt was pretty good but he could make better...especially foe $59! The "manager"? Came over and apologized profusely and comped the entrees but the night was ruined. Our memory of Calgary and this beautiful spot was marred by an apparent "exodus" of kitchen staff whilst serving atleast two large parties. On a Monday night. What happens on a Saturday? We were tired from a travel day yesterday. Really needed that calm and memorable evening with equal parts food and alcohol. Instead we were fed drinks to shut up and wait patiently and then served a mediocre meal. Albeit we were comped some. But that doesn't make the night a fond memory. More likely it will go down in the history of romantic evenings as an epic fail. And as for our service dog and the "griliing" we got via email ahead of time? The hostess was clueless about the sacred paperwork I brought with us. Honestly? Our dog looked nicer than 50 percent of the slovenly patrons. Dress code? Too good foe a service dog? Tell that to a blind patro or traumatized veteran! You have a lot of nerve. So my question would be who the hell do you think you are? Prove your status with service and consistent food quality. Not by placing a dress code you obviously so not enforce or acting like a sweet clean quiet service dog is a huge concession to patrons. By the way. Service dogs have rights and are allowed full access any where. And as paying guests we deserve a meal that doesn't take hours to get to the table. Especially when it's possible this is the only trip guests may be making to the area. Sorry you all had such a horrible service tonight and lost 1000s in comps. But as the paying guest? You just ruined our night and part of our trip from California. Where they know how to cook Arctic Char! read more

I've been here twice during the pandemic. Each time, the experience was incredible. Service is always excellent. The location and view alone is worth a visit. My favourite dishes are the oysters, bison tartare, and the tenderloin. The Borderland Bison Tartare comes with these gorgeous, edible flowers. What made this tartare stand out was the summery flavour of the compressed cucumber and bright, creamy mustard. The tartare came with three different types of crackers, each with its own unique texture. Standout dish! River Cafe's tenderloin beats out all the other steakhouses. The beef was so flavourful with a soft, almost buttery like texture. Looking forward to coming here again to celebrate the end of the pandemic. read more

Excellent drinks and food is well prepared however price point is high. I guess you're paying for the location and scenery. Service was decent - improved as the night went on. They have a kid's flatbread option that isn't listed on the menu but otherwise no other options for kids. The Haida Gwaii halibut was nice but expensive. Same with the Bison top sirloin however it had a delicious smokey taste to it. For dessert the peach pavlova was lovely however the pavlova was a touch overdone for my liking and stuck to my teeth with every bite. read more

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I've been wanting to try River Café for a looooooong time. Located right in the middle of Prince's Island Park, it's the perfect spot to drop by after a nice, leisurely walk around the park. When I saw their menu on Big Taste, I was even more intrigued and knew I had to try them out. I met up with my friend A, who booked us a reservation for 2pm, and the rest is history. There's lots of parking nearby but just make sure you give yourself a couple extra minutes as you'll have to park and walk to River Café. We might have been a bit late but we called to let them know and they were very accommodating. For a Sunday, the place was bustling with people. The décor has a very rustic, cabin feel to it but still maintains a modern, contemporary feel to it. Just gorgeous. Perfect spot to bring a date. While the brunch/lunch menu sounded tempting, we couldn't resist the Big Taste three course lunch tasting menu, which was an absolute STEAL at $15.00! You could even get wine pairings for an additional $14.00 (pretty dang reasonable) but we opted out this time. - Driview Farms lamb - Beck Farms carrot emulsion, coriander, Lyalta watercress, Three Farmers camelina oil and pumpkin seed. The fact that they gave us something unique as an appetizer over your typical soup/salad dish was a win in my book. The lamb was absolutely delicious! A nice mix of wild, earthy root vegetables and this crumbly texture (from the pumpkin seed?) was a delight. Plating and presentation was also absolutely breathtaking. - Wood grilled albacore tuna and soft poached egg - Venturi Schulze verjus, brown butter roasted parsnips, smoked Poplar Bluff potato purée and preserved pear. The potato puree, think elegant mashed potatoes, was the best I've ever had so far in my life. The tuna was perfectly cooked with just enough sear to it. I'm not a big egg fan but this one was a delight - perfectly poached and soft to a tee. - Highwood Crossing oatmeal and maple syrup cookies - so cute. Two cookies to end our meal that came in a to go brown bag. We couldn't wait and ate them right then and there. Nice crunch and not too sweet. River Café is bomb. Everything was top notch, from the service to the food. There's a reason they were voted #67 on Canada's 100 Best Restaurants for 2016. Definitely a must for any occasion! read more

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i heard this is one of the top 100 restaurants in canda....seriously??????? so, this is one of the top 25 restaurants in canada, 2024.....my question is: who reviews the top restaurants in canada? yes, the ambience cannot be challenged as one of the best restaurants in a city location....princes island (calgary, alberta) is unique, when it comes to city locations.....how many cities in the world have an island in the middle of the city and is home to a restaurant icon, like the river cafe? not many; i suspect. however, icon???? i do question...we just celebrated my wife's birthday on july 1st, 2024 at this top (recognized) canadian restaurant.....seriously? i could probably write a review that gets nitty-gritty, however, i will keep it simple.....ambience....fantastic......host/hostess....accomodating and genuinely concerned about servicing our reservation and table selection...the espresso martini....delicious......service.....questionable......why?...did not display an enthusiam,recognition, and genuine effort to cater to our celebratory evening....in addition....making excuses for lack of attention.....because excuses of "we are really busy"; blaming the kitchen for lagging behind.....very unprofessional....we had to get the attention of other waiters/waitresses several times....again very unprofessional...... our original waiter had a hint of sarcasm and arrogance when he said .."oh, did you order another glass of wine ?" we were not asked about our dishes' quality ( we ordered 3 appetizers and 2 main entree items, as well as dessert) until our main menu item ......the appetizers...the gull valley tomatoes appetizer was adequately visual and fresh, but defifinelty not worth the price for taste and portion....dear river cafe: do not be so pretentious about using local ingredients..... beware my fellow readers....the words-smith of advertisement bodes well for those who do not know any better.....the tartare was tasty and the sesame crackers added a nice texture that complimented the tartare... i suggest you try it... ..the last appetizer was the wild bc octopus ......please river cafe....go to the almalfi coast, or korea or peru or spain or greece and see how you should prepare octopus..you can still use ....what did you call it...."local ingredients to elevate and compliment the octopus...the seasoning and dry rub, as well as the size of the tenticle resembling a small squid and not octopus, was...how do i say, " not very pleasant to the palate....i'm being kind ... i wish you would take this item off your menu or get a purveyor that can supply you with a decent size octopus tentacle and a wood fired grill to properly cook this item...now the main dishes.....artic char...was somewhat over-cooked and the fogo island shrimp got lost in the millet, thus loosing its slightly sweet flavour....too bad....because both items (the artic chard and fogo island shrimp) are a good introduction to types of canadian harvested fish.... the halibut was way too dry and portion was unacceptable for this style of restaurant....again what a shame ...no other comment......i suspect, to many of you that have dined at this establishment, i am being too critical and judgemental in a negative way.....everyone is allowed their opinion.....i have been in the food industry for over 30 years and travelled to many countries around the world.....you have to try something for yourself....many will love this restaurant, even those with a discerning palate ...maybe my tastebuds were off this day......however, if you have some money to burn... go and enjoy the river cafe......for $350 plus for a meal( there were only 2 people in our party) from one of the so-called best restaurants in canada....try somewhere else......just my humble opinion...... https://www.tripadvisor.ca/showuserreviews-g154913-d814896-r957622848-river_cafe-calgary_alberta.html# read more

Worst service and food I've had in a long time! Waited at the hostess stand for ages with a wriggling toddler in hand. Waited ages for the waitress to tend the table. Food tasted awful. Over salted cabbage soup, and a "flatbread" that looked like a frozen kids pizza.-coming from a chef. .... still waiting for the waitress to bring the check... I'll be here... read more

River Café - Canadian (New) Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

To me this place is amazing. I was here for the brunch menu on a Saturday. The staff was SUPER nice and helpful, the environment was paradise-like, the beer menu and drink menu in general was diverse, the Caesar was STRONG, and the food was reasonably priced and delicious. My recommendations is please try a side of chorizo--it is soooo good! read more

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Colleague and I spent my 43rd birthday here. I live close to this restaurant but t'was my first time visit. Halibut is my favorite fish and so glad they do have them. Very nice place nestled within the beautiful Prince Island Park. Highly recommended for whatever occasion. Lovely place!! read more

We were celebrating a birthday and the server wasn't aware nor attentive to our table as she was serving us (6pax) plus another large table (10pax). She forgot my beverage, rang the wrong dish on an order, and was nowhere to be found when we needed service (had to actually wave down other servers more than once to get service). We were shocked that the pastries we thought were complimentary (she offered them because our food would take longer due to the 10pax) were charged to my guests bills!! Food was delicious but that was the extent of the experience. A frustrated guest of mine who arrived later with her boyfriend was sat at a smaller table. They wanted to get up and leave as the level of service by both the server and the manager felt unacceptable. Neither of them provided table service (although my guests were ready to order) for approx 10-15 mins until I waved her down (which is now the 5th time). The room isn't large and now there were only 3 other tables (2pax) in a different servers section. The poor service was a disappointment as we recently dined at the Deane House and knew they were sister restaurants (where service was superb!!) a couple of weeks before. Again, the food was fantastic, but the service was lacking. I was embarrassed for bringing my guests there. read more

River Café - Wild boar eggs benny on a scallion pancake with brown butter hollandaise. - Canadian (New) Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

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If you are an oyster lover, just avoid that place. The basic oyster experience with lime or lemon is not gone happen here. No limes or lemons. If you are thinking to come with kids, just forget about it. They will not be able to wait for more than an hour for their order to realized, it was messed up and needs to be redone. So add another 20 minutes at least. In addition, don't expect to get any additional info to the meals in the menu. You would be misinformed and you will realize it only when you will get your meals. By the way, if you are an exempt for the mask policy, doesn't matter the fact you are sitting outside, you are not allowed. read more

Visited just before COVID started. It's a beautiful scenery by the river & park. Nice place to people watch. However, the prices for the food are a little bit too much & the food is just okay! Nothing to write home about!! read more

This restaurant is situated in a really nice area overlooking the river in Calgary. The scenery is natural with trees and grass and has a quiet calm. The restaurant has a rustic cottage like feel which enhances the ambiance. Our waitress was good, explaining the menu and tending to our needs regularly. For appetizers I tried the raw oysters, they were fresh and delicious. My main was a rainbow trout with morel sauce, unique bacon, wild rice turnips, rhubarb and wax beans. The combination worked very well. And finally got dessert, I had strawberry popsicle, it was refreshing and tasty. It was worth the visit! read more

River Café - Rainbow trout - Canadian (New) Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

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Took some USA guests to River Cafe on their last day, because I felt it was one of the more unique restaurants that showcase CALGARY! A cafe on an island, surrounded by the river--how cool! We sat outside on the patio for brunch. The food is on the pricier side, and the portion sizes are a bit smaller, but the smaller portion sizes stimulate your food craving! You just want more! Everything on the plate is very edible; often fancy restaurants may have garnishes and decoration that aren't very edible or enjoyable, but everything on the plate at River Cafe is always enticing. I also ate here for my friend's wedding, and even their decorative flowers are edible and delicious and nutritious! For the brunch day, I ordered the Driview Farms Lamb Meatballs dish. It came with grains, tomatoes, and some other salady veggies. The meatballs were flavourful without being overtly gamey. The only limitation I noticed that day was that the service was inconsistent. Our server gave us sparking water without asking our preference, and 3/4 of the table ended up switching to distilled. Also, the service often had long delays in service, and just the server's nonverbals showed some kind of frustration and unease. On the other hand, the server across our table appear fantastic; he was enthusiastic to guests and kneeling down to their level when speaking to them. I just wished that our guest service at our table matched the calibre of the food we ate! read more

River Café - DRIVIEW FARMS LAMB MEATBALLS - Canadian (New) Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

It's in the middle of a park features local food and it's expensive and sometimes it's hit and mess we've been there a couple times recently and the Halibut has been unbelievable both times even even with different sides and a bit of different crap worth it for a special occasion that involves a bit of a walk read more

I had afternoon tea at the River Café. It is a picture perfect location in Prince's Island Park with the Bow River flowing in the background. The inside of the restaurant and the outdoor patio seating is beautiful and top notch. The food was also amazing. I ordered the fish and game board. It was a great, fishy twist on a charcuterie board. First, the pickled string beans were good. However, they were very sour so be prepared for it. Use it as a palette cleanser in between trying different meats. In terms of the meat, they were all great. The cured salami was magnificent. Nevertheless, the trout lox and cod were my favorite. I have never tasted anything like them. Moreover, the crackers were great too: thin and crunchy. In addition, I ordered a green tea that came in its own teapot. The tea was very good and the presentation with the pot was excellent. read more

Good location, good service. Food is overpriced, portions are small and the taste was meh. I am a foodie and I travel a lot due to work, we came here for our anniversary and everyone knew since you need to fill out a questionnaire on their site asking if it is a special occasion. We filled it out saying it was our anniversary. In the US , we'd at least get a glass of champagne or maybe the desert as a gesture, but nothing here. I am not saying they had to but it was odd that it was asked if it is a special occasion on the form. Why ask if it's insignificant anyway? Very pricey and regular tasting food, nothing very special. read more

Always love dining on their beautiful patio deck in summer (pre covid) and taking in all the surrounding beauty; wonderfully paired with a nice wine with the meal and as always topped off by one of their delicious desserts!!! In the winter and ambience inside is delightful and always makes for a richer dining experience especially with a cozy fire. read more

The food was delicious. We were on vacation and this place did not disappoint. Highly recommend this place. Perfect for brunch!

They don't bend to nonsense-spreading entitled liars who claim a "mask exemption" and risk the health of everyone. This gets RC a 5-star rating regardless as to the food, but the food is outstanding here, one of the best restaurants in Canada. read more

Such a wonderful place to dine (especially for brunch). Being in the middle of the park, surrounded by the trees, river & beautiful scenery is enough on its own! But aside from the wonderful ambiance, the restaurant is lovely. Very cozy yet Canadian chic. The service was wonderful and the ingredients used for the meal were extremely fresh and well cooked. Definitely recommend! read more

River Café - Canadian (New) Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

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A trip to Calgary wouldn't be complete without a visit to Prince's Island Park and a stop at River Cafe. We dined on the patio and enjoyed the flatbread and the steak. The highlight of the meal was the Okanagan Poached Pears for dessert. Not only was it beautiful to look at, but it tasted delicious. The overall service was a bit lacking compared to other restaurants we visited, but it was still good. read more

My wife and I chose River Café for this year's valentines celebration. We based our decision on the setting and location, which is this restaurant's greatest strength from the outside only. The interior itself felt overly rustic and did not meet our expectations for the price of the meal. The service and staff were average at best. Our greeter seemed pretty frustrated when I decided to sit beside my wife instead of across from her, since they had to reset my place setting. For drinks we ordered a Riesling and a Manhattan which were fine. My wife enjoyed her tenderloin and it seemed to be cooked well enough. On the other hand I ordered the wild boar and found it quite dry. It was paired with potatoes which essentially were French fries, and sadly they were the star of the dish. The boar was paired with some type of blanched cabbage which reaked of red wine vinegar, and had absolutely no texture. The powerful acidity of the cabbage clashed with the acidity in the mustard sauce and felt like a separate dish altogether. Overall the experience was sub par for $150 and I'm not keen on returning anytime soon. We have had comparable meals for a fraction of the price. read more

Inventive dishes, fresh ingredients, an awesome location in the Prince Edward Island park, and a fantastic wine list make this place a must try in Calgary. Took my hard to impress grand mother here and she was practically licking her plate after dessert. Highlights for me were the red lentil hummus and the sourdough crumble cherry flan. read more

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After a long hiatus because of the flooding at Prince's Island, my husband and I came here to attend a friend's wedding and dinner reception this past weekend. We (and all the other guests) were greeted warmly by four servers at the door who were offering glasses of homemade lemonade and wine. After the wedding ceremony on the patio, there was a raw oyster bar set up on the patio (which was not really my thing) and a huge fish and game board (bison prosciutto, pate, buffalo mozzarella, smoked trout, flatbreads). The servers were also offering the guests wild boar meatball and gougere sliders (the boar was sooo juicy!), sausage with peach skewers (great combination), and halibut croquettes (flavorful with just the right amount of crunch). Heirloom roasted tomato soup: sweet and just the right temperature when it arrived at our table of ten. My salad was lightly seasoned and very tasty. The crunch from the homemade cracker was a good contrast to the leafy greens. The seared Haida halibut with beets, corn, shaved fennel and chanterelles in a white bean puree was cooked to perfection. The halibut was melting in your mouth and the vegetables and mushrooms complemented the fish perfectly. The panna cotta was amazingly light and the sliced plums, chocolate bark and oatmeal (unusual garnish, but it worked) on top was a perfect match. We were extremely impressed with how the kitchen staff and the servers performed before, during, and after service (there were around 75 guests). The kitchen even went out of their way to create a vegetarian appetizer and main course for a guest who was sitting at our table. Our servers were attentive enough to describe each course as it came to our table and also took the time to check on how we liked our main courses. Our wine and water glasses were constantly being filled and we were also promptly given coffee and/or tea after dessert. River Cafe, you are better than ever before! read more

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For those of you who have never been to Calgary, it is a city of about 1 million people. It is a very clean and modern city of technology and oil, it is within Alberta in Canada. The wonderful thing about Canada, is it's clean untouched beauty and if you're coming from California you'll notice the water. Calgary doesn't EVEN have places with only beer and wine (this annoys me to no end here), if they have a liqor license, that means they serve it all, no restrictions. In Calgary you can find The Bow River heading through the city. The Bow has an island and it's called Prince's Island not to be confused with Princess (which many locals erroneously say). On that island are cultural or even things like lilac festivals or music concerts and all kinds of amazing things. You can roller blade or bike ride along the path and you'll no doubt share them with some Canada geese (Not Canadian Geese that would be technically wrong) and ducks, but in your exploring you also may find the River Cafe. The River Cafe is a beautiful spot to stop, it could be while you're bike riding just for a tea, or it could be dinner or lunch. The style is rustic and not fast food, but I should mention you're welcome there no matter what your attire is. Once upon a time my attire was a bridal gown, and I got married there. It was a very special day, and it's a very special place. If you ever have the chance to dine or just sit and listen to Ella Fitzgerald on the patio there, do take it in, it's absolutely lovely. If you ever are in for a treat, stop on by, it will be worth your time. When in Canada if you are visiting you should know one thing, we don't take life very seriously, so please just laugh with us. read more

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Some of the best breakfast places to chill and enjoy the weather. Service is good without being overbearing.

I was able to visit this place on my Calgary, Canada trip with my family. This place is located in Prince's Island Park, which is a tourist site in Calgary . It's a bit of a walk to get to this restaurant, but well worth it. I've never felt so warm and welcome in a place on vacation . As soon as we walked in , everyone was very nice . We did not have to wait long before we were seated . FIrst of all, everything inside looks so natural, very rustic. A lot of wood furniture , but in a posh way . Not to mention, you are near the beautiful water and flowers. So serene. I could definitely see this as a romantic outing with a loved one. I ordered the Lobster Eggs Benedict . I seem to order Eggs Benedict everywhere I go. It was very yummy and was served with biscuits instead of the usual english muffins . I love when a different take is done on a dish. The service was impeccable . They also had a pretty good wine list if you're in the mood for it . If you haven't visited Calgary, when you do, be sure to make this a day of fun at Prince's Island and this fab establishment. read more

Definitely a unique spot. I love how the restaurant is right in the middle of the park. So after you are finished enjoying the views you can literally have a picnic in the park. Such a smart idea. It's interesting because I made a reservation on open table for Saturday brunch thinking it would be more busy. However, I was surprised to find that they had quite a few open tables. Nonetheless, it was a great experience. They use all local products so you won't find anything not found in Canada on the menu. Overall I enjoyed my food. I ordered the Pacific Ling Cod off of the weekend brunch menu. It was well seasoned and filling. I also tried a bit of the bison burger. It was really savory and satisfying! The meat was soft and the bread was nice and flaky. If I ever go back I will get the bison burger instead. read more

River Café - Pacific Ling Cod - Canadian (New) Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

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This place is amazing! I came here on a beautiful evening and sat on the patio. It is in such a lovely area of the city. We had scallops and oysters to start and both were so delicious and fresh tasting. For my entree, I had the tuna. BEST TUNA I HAVE EVER HAD! The meal was sooooooooo incredibly delicious with the perfect combination of flavours and the portion size was just right. This, along with a fresh Pimms to drink, made the entire experience so yummy! The restaurant is definitely on the pricey side, but you get what you pay for and this place has some good quality food! I definitely recommend this for a date night or when you are wanting to treat yourself! read more

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