Best Family Restaurants in Alberta

"1012 17th Avenue S.W. The large, west-facing patio at this casual Italian restaurant is full of flowers and even has a herb garden. A sunny spot to enjoy a signature pizza and a glass of wine.cibocalgary.com"

"Locations in SunridgeMall (2555 32 St NE) and The Boulevard Shopping Centre (16061 Macleod Trail SE). East Side Mario’s has a menu so huge that even the pickiest eater will be able to find something they’ll like. All-you-can-eat soup or salad and breadsticks will keep kids and grownups alike occupied while they wait for the main dish to arrive, so there’s no need to worry about anyone getting hangry before dinner."

"East side Mario is a Canadian based chain offering Italian-american food such as pasta, steak and chicken. The atmosphere is casual, bright and family oriented. Their kids menu has options for kid with smaller and bigger appetites and offers free dessert too."

"A post shared by Bookers BBQ + Crab Shack (@bookersbbqyyc) on Aug 19, 2017 at 2:11pm PDT. Even after about 20 years since they first opened their doors, Booker’s continues to serve up their all-you-can-eat crab and ribs Sunday special. Other delicious dishes include their blue cod beer battered fish and chips and their snow crab dinner."

"Bookers skips all the pomp and circumstance, getting right down to what really matters: food. Every Sunday, this Southern-style, casual warehouse invites you to its all you can eat crab legs and BBQ ribs event along with an all-day happy hour. Expert barbeque chefs slow smoke Bookers’ pork daily so you know you’re in good hands."

"A post shared by Bookers BBQ + Crab Shack (@bookersbbqyyc) on Dec 11, 2016 at 11:50am PST. Head to Bookers for unlimited crab legs and ribs every Sunday starting at 4pm for $56.95. A dress code is in effect: stretchy pants and oversized shirt attire only."

"Phil’s Family Restaurant serves a wide variety of pancakes like the classic buttermilk or buckwheat pancakes, decadent chocolate chip pancakes, strawberry pancakes, savoury potato pancakes, and Phil’s own fruit compote pancakes. If you’re not sure which one to try, we recommend our personal favourite, the apple cinnamon. Address: 2312 16 Avenue NW, CalgaryPhone: 403-284-9696"

"4 Locations – North Hill, Forest Lawn, 11 Avenue, and Glenmore TrailBreakfast Hours – Daily from open (varies by location) – 8 pmphils.ca. Phil’s is a classic breakfast restaurant that families love because Phil’s love families!. Pancakes, crepes, waffles, french toast, eggs, bacon, sausages and more are all on the menu at totally reasonable prices."

"This new location offers some traditional Phil’s options, but there’s also several menu items that embrace its urban location. Try the Savoury Bread Pudding, Hangover Poutine or Apple Cinnamon pancakes. Of course, you can’t forget to throw back a tangy Caesar, mimosa, or Irish coffee."

"Explore a menu featuring chicken, priced at 11$ to 25$ and can get there by car. Try Swiss Chalet's New Crispy Chicken Sandwich!. Fast Food Restaurants, Restaurants"

"Au menu poulets, dans une gamme de prix allant de 11$ à 25$. Vous pouvez vous y rendre. Try Swiss Chalet's New Crispy Chicken Sandwich!"

"For a seafood enthusiast, Red Lobster is not an unfamiliar name. Started as a family-run restaurant in Florida, today, Red Lobster is a worldwide chain with 7000 eateries globally. Quality has always been a key focus of the food chain."

"If you’re looking for an authentic greasy spoon in the traditional sense, this isn’t quite it. The prices are good, but the menu has some flair. You can get pancakes, fruit or perogies instead of toast with your egg dish here."

"A post shared by PatioBuzzYYC (@patiobuzzyyc) on Aug 10, 2017 at 9:23pm PDT. Ricardo’s Hideaway takes the concept of ‘cozy patio’ to a whole new level. From their fireplace and heaters to tropical plants and trees, they’ve got one of the most comfortable, aesthetically pleasant patios on 17th Avenue."

"Order yourself a Zombie cocktail and cozy up to one of Ricardo’s three outdoor fire places or under any of its five overhead heaters. If that doesn’t work the bar snacks and small plates will ensure you sweat a little and stay toasty warm. 1530 5th Street S.W."

"Cuisine: Pub Style Food Heated Patio: Yes Address: 1530 5 St SW, Calgary. Phone: 587-349-2585Website. View this post on Instagram"

"A post shared by D Spot Dessert Cafe (@dspotcafe) on Oct 29, 2019 at 3:03pm PDT. The D Spot Café, a chain hailing from Ontario, has just officially opened its first YYC location, which happens to be its first Western Canadian outpost as well. Located at 933 17 Avenue SW, this spot is known for its homemade ice cream and desserts, fine Belgian Chocolate, and savoury food items."

"Savoury food gets a lot of fanfare, but most of us crave something sweet from time to time. When you want a nice dessert, be it something to take home or a treat to eat while you’re out, Calgary has a lot of options for sweet tooths of all stripes. Please verify the status of all activities and refer to our COVID-19 Traveller Update for more information."

"A post shared by SugarLips Dessert House (@sugarlipsdesserthouse) on Aug 1, 2019 at 1:24pm PDT. With a name like Sugar Lips, this place is as fun as it is adventurous. The dessert house offers eats straight from the streets of Hong Kong with traditional sweet soups, hand-pressed Taro Mochi and signature desserts."

"With both his original patisserie and the Berlingo confectionary shop next door, Yann Blanchard has become one of Calgary’s true dessert masters. The patisserie shop is full of Blanchard’s signature macarons, as well as cakes and other French favourites. Next door at Berlingo, dessert fans can go for soft serve ice cream or housemade chocolate."

"A post shared by Yann Haute Patisserie (@yannhautepatisserie). Yann Haute Patisserie is a cute French-inspired bakery. This sweet spot offers pastries, whole cakes, and individual slices too."

"We’re not sure if the views from the rooftop or the deep-dish pizzas are what make Michael’s more worth a visit; so, you’ll have to come decide yourself!. The patio provides the most iconic Calgary view of all: straight up the Calgary tower. And the pizza is made with authentic local ingredients."

"S.W., right behind the Calgary Tower, and has been 
serving Caesar salads, pizzas and AAA Alberta steaks there since 1981. Its patio on the roof of the adjoining parkade gets rushed at lunch by the downtown office crowd, so make a reservation if you want a spot."

"No trip to Calgary is complete without a stop at the Simmons Building, a hub in the East Village that is home to Phil & Sebastian, Charbar, and Sidewalk Citizen Bakery. Founded by Aviv Fried, an artisanal sourdough baker who started his business by delivering loaves of bread via bicycle. Sidewalk Citizen still sells those glorious loaves, but you can now also pop into the Simmons location for a full lunch, with flavours inspired by Fried’s native Israel."