Best Family Restaurants in Downtown East Village

"The two-level Italian eatery on 17th Avenue has a large menu, resulting in options for any and all taste buds. Since Cibo is such a large space, it can easily accommodate big groups, so you might as well invite the grandparents out for dinner too. (1012 17 Ave. S.W., 403-984-4755, cibocalgary.com, @cibocalgary)"

"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."

"Kids 12 and under can join the Mini Mario Club to receive special offers by email and snail mail, including free kids’ meals. After signing up online, you’ll receive a membership card with 5 FREE Kids Eat Big meals and 5 FREE Chillers."

"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!"

"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."

"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."

"Edo Japan is what fresh is all about - hot, fast and delicious food prepared in a traditional Japanese Teppan-style, locking in the goodness of the freshest ingredients. Choice meats, seafood and fresh vegetables served over steaming hot rice or Yaki..."

"Blaze is a US chain that has recently opened it’s first location in Calgary. Blaze pizza is quick service pizza at its very best. They serve thin crust pizza that cooks quickly so even though it’s made to order you barely have to wait before its ready."

"Hands down, the best vegan gluten free pizza I have ever tasted. A delicious crispy base, the sauce is to die for, and the staff are lovely!"

"Little Chief Restaurant is located in the Grey Eagle Resort Hotel on the Tsuut’ina Nation. The world-renowned restaurant has taken on an exciting objective: to modernize without losing its Indigenous tradition. With so many wonderfully unique options to choose from we know you will find everything you are looking for, and more at Little Chief Restaurant."

"The Lynx Ridge Golf Club is home to a patio located in a quiet foothill paradise complete with stunning rocky mountain views. The Lookout Kitchen & Bar provides in-house and patio dining options, but you’ll want to catch these views with their new summer menu. Their large menu draws inspiration from all around the world with dishes like Calamari, Loaded Nachos, a Cubano sandwich, or Pierogies."

"Friendly service and great-tasting Lebanese food have made Little Lebanon Pita Pies & Donair in Killarney a busy neighbourhood favourite. The pleasant spot now features dine-in seating. Chicken shawarma sandwiches, beef donairs and falafel sandwiches are saucy and generously portioned, but the shop’s meat, cheese and vegetarian pita pies (like thin-crust pizzas but different) are highly recommended."

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