Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Kensington

12 restaurants available nearby

1. OXBOW

4.6

Exceptional(540)

Price: Expensive

• European • Kensington

Oxbow is excited to welcome you to tuck into our seasonally changing menu curated around elevated comfort food with a French twist. Our Lobby Bar featuring the original wood burning fireplace and Dining Room are open year-round, with a seasonal Patio facing the river. Open for dinner Wednesday to Sunday, Happy Hour Wednesday to Sunday from 3-6 and Sunday Afternoon Tea.At Oxbow, we want you to indulge in the art of good food. We choose to play with our menu, bending traditional cuisine and featuring a rotating chefs tasting menu with the option to enhance your experience with pairings curated to compliment each course. Join us for a pre theatre cocktail, a glass of wine with bites for the table or an elevated meal with creative courses for every palate. So stay for a little, stay for a while.

2. FinePrint

4.6

Exceptional(511)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Calgary

Booked 14 times today

Our award winning head chef Francis Martinez executes a menu that honours local producers to deliver contemporary dishes with a soft french influence. From our celebrated sablefish to the finest local beef, from small delicious snacks to robust courses, we aim to create a special experience for every guest. The attention to detail we seek starts with our local farmers and producers and transcends to our preparation and cooking styles. From sourcing natural and organic ingredients to selecting special kindling for our wood burning Josper oven, we have a love for food and hospitality that is best when shared with our friends and guests.

3. Mercato - Mission

4.8

Exceptional(1418)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Calgary

Booked 36 times today

Located in the heart of Mission, Mercato brings rustic Italian culture to Calgary. Guests can come in for lunch or head in for dinner and wine for a romantic evening or just to enjoy time with the family. Dishes are served family style, which means there is plenty to share with others in the group.

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4. Salt & Brick - Calgary

4.7

Exceptional(378)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Downtown

Booked 14 times today

Salt & Brick isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a vibe. Every week, our Chef and crew drop a fresh sheet menu loaded with inventive share plates and small bites, made daily with top-tier, locally sourced ingredients. Pair your meal with our curated selection of bold wines and signature cocktails. We’re here to guide you through an ever-evolving culinary journey, where each visit feels like a brand-new experience. We do cool shit.

5. KAMA

4.8

Exceptional(710)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Beltline

Booked 10 times today

Since opening its doors in 2022, Kama has quickly earned a reputation as one of Calgary's most celebrated dining destinations, with recognition from both local and national publications. At Kama, timeless Mediterranean flavours blend seamlessly with a fresh, modern twist, creating dishes that are both familiar and delightfully unexpected. Our menu is a nod to bold traditions and fresh creativity, featuring vibrant, thoughtful dishes that honour the past and embrace a modern spirit. From reimagined classics to inventive originals, every bite is designed to inspire and bring people together.At Kama, Chef Kenny Kaechele brings heart and creativity to every dish, blending old world flavours with a thoughtful, creative edge. Built with the belief in family at its core, Kama reflects Kenny’s vision of a space where community comes together. Nestled into the Beltline, it’s more than a neighbourhood spot—it’s where friends gather, milestones are celebrated, and everyday moments are shared.

6. Klein / Harris

4.8

Exceptional(1217)

Price: Expensive

• Canadian • Calgary

Booked 7 times today

KLEIN / HARRIS is an independent restaurant concept, inspired from the diverse bounty that Canada has to offer. Located in downtown Calgary on Stephen Avenue, KLEIN / HARRIS highlights the stories of passionate Canadian producers with the use of exceptional products and ingredients. Working with a long list of national heroes that make True North Cuisine possible, Executive Chef James Waters focuses on distinct coast-to-coast Canadian dishes; a culinary journey that begins in the West to eventually end on the East Coast, highlighting ingredients like wild seasonal mushrooms from British Columbia and fresh notable oysters from The Maritimes.

7. CHARCUT

4.5

Awesome(4298)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Canadian • Downtown

Booked 16 times today

Led by co-chefs and co-owners John Jackson and Connie DeSousa, CHARCUT Roast House is one of Canada’s most lauded restaurants.The restaurant’s every detail – from the reclaimed local barn wood panelling to the mason jar chandeliers – transports the authenticity and soul of local, farm-fresh producers and their flavourful ingredients to downtown’s most energetic restaurant and bar. With house butchered meats, homemade preserves, seasonal menus, thoughtfully created cocktails, local craft beers, and a bustling open kitchen, Jackson, DeSousa and CHARCUT are helping put Calgary on the world’s culinary map.

8. Masa Mama

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4.0

Excellent(28)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Calgary

Booked 4 times today

Masa Mama Taqueria is a new opening in Calgary where modern Mexican cuisine meets laid-back dining in a chic Mid-Century Modern setting. Led by Chef Mikko Tamarra, known for his culinary expertise at Fortuna's Row and the pop-up ConMi, Masa Mama offers a menu packed with bold flavors and elevated street food. Experience the perfect blend of cool, casual vibes and intimate charm, making it your new favorite neighborhood spot for delicious tacos and more. Come savor the magic of Masa Mama - your go-to destination for a memorable dining experience!

9. charbar

4.6

Exceptional(2225)

Price: Expensive

• Canadian • Downtown

Booked 10 times today

Located in East Village and housed in the historical Simmons Building along the Bow River, charbar is spearheaded by executive chef Jessica Pelland with the support of co-owners and Top Chef chefs Connie DeSousa and John Jackson. One of Canadas best restaurants partners with Sidewalk Citizen Bakery and Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters to create a collaborative and communal destination. Charbar restaurant features cuts of ultra-dry aged Alberta beef and an ocean wise seafood raw bar, that spills out onto the open air riverfront patios with views of the bow river. At its heart is a custom-made Argentine wood-fired grill honouring the art of asado and the culinary inspirations of Spain and Italy.

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10. Centini Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(774)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

A warm welcome awaits at this iconic Italian restaurant in downtown Calgary. Consistently well-executed food and relaxed, professional service rule in this contemporary dining room. Daily fish deliveries, hand made fresh pasta, an in-house bakery and attention to the nuances of authentic Italian cuisine abound on the large menu. The sleek dining room is complemented by additional rooms that can be closed off for privacy. An online store for takeout and delivery is open on www.centini.com. The restaurant also offers a catering menu for home or office delivery.

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CherylVIP
Calgary / Southern Alberta •44 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Wonderful experience this evening! We started with cocktails - all with interesting names and interesting flavours. The newspaper garnish was so fun! We enjoyed the oysters - so fresh and flavourful - and the whipped brie to start. We ordered mussels, lobster risotto, short rib and chicken supreme as our mains. All very different, but delicious! Seasoned and cooked to perfection. We finished with dessert and the bartender indulged me with a blueberry tea. We will be back and would not hesitate to recommend to our friends. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
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FinePrintPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Canadian• Calgary
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4.6
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ErikVIP
Calgary / Southern Alberta •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food was great, we caughtbhappy hour which was fantastic. They had an egg nog cocktail which was wonderful
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OXBOWPrice: Expensive• European• Kensington
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4.6
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wendy
Seattle / Eastern Washington •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food is great. Service is excellent. Will definitely come again
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Mercato - MissionPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Calgary
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4.8
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Alicia
Calgary / Southern Alberta •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
I called to ask about a “quieter” table and the staff were so friendly and accommodating! When we arrived, they made sure we were happy with our seating arrangement as well. Our waitress was attentive and very friendly. The food was delicious! Thanks for helping us celebrate the my son’s 28th birthday so well.
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Starbelly OPEN KITCHEN + LOUNGE - CalgaryPrice: Expensive• Canadian• Calgary
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4.4
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Chelsea
Calgary / Southern Alberta •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 9, 2024
I do love a nice breakfast and the beltliner didn’t disappoint. It has a little bit of that diner feel but the coffee is far better than that. I had a hash brown bowl and my egg was perfectly done-cooked white, runny yolk. Seasonings were balanced, textures just right.
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The BeltlinerPrice: Expensive• Comfort Food• Beltline
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4.7

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. OXBOW

2. FinePrint

3. Mercato - Mission

4. Salt & Brick - Calgary

5. KAMA

6. Klein / Harris

7. CHARCUT

8. Masa Mama

9. charbar

10. Centini Restaurant

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