Top Best Sushi Places & Restaurants in Downtown East Village

"Sushi Bar Zipang is a popular sushi house that offers a variety of authentic sushi rolls, sashimi, and other traditional Japanese dishes. Their restaurant is a place that’s known for a warm and friendly atmosphere. They also offer dine-in and take-out options to cater to your cravings."

"Sushi Bar Zipang is a popular Japanese restaurant that serves fresh fish with great service. They have an extensive menu with selections of sashimi, nigiri, and maki rolls. Zipang offers a selection of fish that are a rarity in Calgary, like the Sanma fish that is a delicacy in Japan."

"Big Catch Sushi Bar serves as a place for handmade sushi rolls, giving you the option to either dine in or take out their food. What makes them one of the best Japanese restaurants in Calgary is that their restaurant features an open sushi bar so customers can catch a glimpse of how sushi is made. Big Catch Sushi Bar also lives up to their motto referring to youki, which translates to bright energy."

"Big Catch Sushi Bar blends culture and history into the art of making sushi by preparing traditional Japanese ingredients using new techniques for an educational experience. The scallop carpaccio shooter with cold shucked Hokkaido scallop and yuzu mango vinocari is just one of many aesthetically pleasing dishes featuring a myriad of colours, textures and flavours."

"Monday – Tuesday: 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM Wednesday – Thursday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM Friday – Saturday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Sushi is another delicacy that the best seafood restaurant in Calgary should have. If you’re specifically craving sushi, Big Catch Sushi Bar has you covered."

"This Calgary staple has grown to six locations, all of which are known for serving quality Japanese dishes in a fun, friendly atmosphere that keeps customers coming back for more. All of the locations also have a grab-and-go Kinjo Express that offers fresh food and drinks if you’re looking for something quick. Multiple locations, kinjosushiandgrill.com, @kinjo_sushi"

"No one does it better than Kinjo when it comes to chain sushi restaurants. With four locations around the city, its popularity is testament to its success as one of the best Calgary sushi restaurants there is. Kinjo is known for its affordable prices and large menu that gives customers a great selection of not just sushi, but other Japanese cuisine delights as well."

"Sushi might not be the first thing that pops into your head when you’re considering taking the offspring out for dinner on a Friday night. However, the energy and excitement that flows through the room here, including the sushi dishes floating by, will mesmerize the young ones and keep them entertained for the duration of your meal."

"Sushi Ginza is a serene Japanese restaurant with elaborate décor featuring an indoor waterfall garden, a koi pond, a floating sushi bar, and Tatami rooms. Their classic Japanese menu offers tempura, rice bowls, noodle dishes, and a long list of nigiri sushi, sashimi, maki sushi, temaki sushi, and jumbo rolls. They also have a list of featured rolls to choose from."

"The décor at Sushi Ginza complete with a bridge, fish pond and waterfall will be a hit with kids. The quick service and the option to sit at the sushi bar serving up floating sushi boats will make you want to go back again and again."

"Kabuku Downtown is a comfortable sushi restaurant in Downtown Calgary with a simple, calming décor and an outdoor patio space. They specialize in serving fresh fish and artfully presented sushi rolls. Their menu has a wide selection of tempura, sashimi, nigiri sushi, and maki sushi rolls to choose from."

"Shibuya Izakaya was founded in 2007 and is named after a famous Tokyo station, the Shibuya station. This Calgary sushi restaurant is focused on a casual and relaxing atmosphere mixed with Japanese tapa-style dishes, sushi, sashimi and different types of sake. It has been featured in many local newspapers and blogs and is definitely a place to check out!"

"A post shared by Shibuya Izakaya Calgary (@shibuyaizakayacalgary) on Jun 25, 2019 at 12:03pm PDT. This spot has been offering Calgarians sushi since 2007. Its name was inspired by Shibuya station in Japan, and it offers quality sushi, sashimi, sake, and more."

"Hana is another one of the best sushi restaurants in Calgary located near 17th Avenue SW. It's location half a block south of the Red Mile makes it ideal for those who live in the Beltline, Mission and Cliff Bungalow communities. This restaurant has an extensive menu with over 100 different options and serves up some of the freshest and juiciest sashimi slices in town. It also has a a spacious table arrangement with comfy padded seats that do well for long dinner conversations and romantic evenings for two."

"Hana Sushi was founded in 1997 by Japanese Chef Matsumoto, and it’s one of the longest standing Calgary sushi restaurants. With 30 years of experience under his belt, Hana Sushi is a popular sushi destination. Hana’s motto is “any fish fresher would still be in the ocean."

"A post shared by 花寿し❁ (@hana__sushi) on Apr 2, 2018 at 9:18am PDT. This spot was founded by Japanese chef Matsumoto, and it’s been serving YYC since 1998. With a chef with nearly 30 years of experience in a Japanese kitchen, you know this spot has got to be top-notch."

"Haru Sushi & Grill, although a chain restaurant, deserves credit where it's due. With three locations around the city, it's become known as one of the go-to restaurants for nigiri, sushi, sashimi, udon and other types of dishes. We highly recommend checking out the downtown or westside locations."

"Ke Charcoal Grill’s rooftop patio is a great spot to enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine, including sushi, ramen, charcoal- and stone-grilled meats, yakitori and more. The patio is open daily on a first come, first serve basis and offers picturesque views of the Beltline. 1501 15th Ave SW, 403-283-3288, kecharcoalgrill.com"

"Their deep fried tempura shrimp and calamari were the best shrimp and calamari I ever had!. The sauces that come with those complement the dishes perfectly, the... (403) 283-3288Order online"

"Get your Calgary day off to a delicious start in the East Village neighborhood, with delectable pastries at Sidewalk Citizen Bakery and top-notch coffee at Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters. Tour Studio Bell, which houses Canada’s new National Music Centre, then head downtown to take in the city views from the landmark Calgary Tower. Around the corner, check out the excellent Glenbow Museum, which traces Calgary’s history and culture, and journey back in time at the Heritage Park Historical Village. For dinner, try one of the cool restaurants on 17th Avenue."

"What it is: More than just a bakery, this dine-in eatery offers a wide menu that also caters to vegetarians. Why go: The founder of this bakery, Aviv Fried, has the words “sour dough” tattooed on his fingers, displaying his passion for bread making to the world. Do you really need another reason to visit?"

"The Coup is a contemporary vegetarian restaurant offering new, raw, organic, local foods and drinks in an intimate setting. The Coup first opened for business in Calgary and the outlying neighborhoods in 2004, with the aim of providing the city with a new vegetarian restaurant. Since then, they’ve been committed to providing a lively environment as well as innovative vegetarian cuisine."

"So I enjoy a good vegan meal once in a while as a non-vegan. This was my first time there after driving by if 1000x atleast. The refreshing, light, and..."

"Bowness Park boasts a variety of experiences, including pathways that run alongside the Bow River, a tea house, a wading pool, and boat rentals to paddle on the park’s lagoon. There’s even a small train that runs through the park during the warmer months. Baker Park is located just across the river from Bowness Park, providing nature lovers with a grass amphitheatre, a disc golf course, and several archways and promenades, making this a popular spot for weddings."

"Perfectly manicured and home to flowers of all kinds, Baker Park is one of my favourite places in Calgary for photo sessions of all kinds. Couple, family, maternity or branding sessions, this is a great location for portraits. You can even book the main area with the stairs overlooking the Bow River for a wedding ceremony."

"This park is an incredible place to enjoy the south sun and have a picnic. Golf Frisbee anyone?. One of the best courses is here in Baker Park."

"The scene: A reflection of the personalities that conceived it, Model Milk was built around a series of conversations that threw all the preconceptions about what a “good” restaurant should be out the window. Instead, the founders focused on what they loved about restaurants and the exciting venue they had, creating a restaurant where you can experience rustic-chic Canadian food that is both classic and original, as well as innovative and comforting all at the same time. The chefs only source high quality, local ingredients and prepare them simply, allowing their honest flavours and textures to shine."

"Model Milk put itself on the map after placing second on enRoute magazine’s 2012 list of best new restaurants, one of Canada’s most esteemed restaurant rankings. Since then, chef and owner Justin Leboe has become a household name for Calgarians who love food. Model Milk is all about local ingredients with flair."

"A post shared by anew table (@anewtable) on Jun 13, 2017 at 7:56pm PDT. If you and your babe like to make quick decisions, this spot offers a three-course or five-course prix-fixe menu (no a la carte, wine pairings are optional). Address: 3574 Garrison Gate SWPhone: 403-727-1277"

"I had to include Spot on and 4th Spot on this list because my family loves them both so much, I couldn’t choose one over the other. These two restaurants have the same menu items, but both locations are worth a visit. Kids eat free here on Sundays and also receive a free birthday meal if they sign up for the Kids Club."

"The park-like patio at Rouge is a relaxing way to enjoy fine gourmet dining in an historic environment. Rouge sits in the Cross House, once home to Calgary and Western Canada’s first brewery: the Calgary Brewing and Malting Co. The Inglewood building is now home to one of the most beautiful patios in Calgary, where you can sip wine and cocktails, snack on appetizers, and soak in the surrounding beauty."

"Located in beautiful red Victorian heritage home in historic Inglewood, Rouge has earned its reputation as one of the city’s finest dining spots. The impeccable menu is seasonal and French-inspired and often features ingredients from Rouge’s expansive backyard garden. Complete your meal with a special bottle from the restaurant’s extensive wine cellar."