November is gearing up to be a huge month for restaurant and bar openings in Calgary, and we can not wait!
There will be plenty of new spots to add to your to-eat lists, from huge US chains to exciting local eateries.
Here are some of the biggest restaurants and bars poised to open in Calgary this month.
US chain Chick-fil-A has recently returned to Alberta, opening its first location at West Edmonton Mall this summer.
Calgarians won’t have long to wait before they can get their hands on Chick-fil-A’s signature chicken sandwiches and waffle fries, as its location on Macleod Trail is set to open on November 7.
Address: 9223 Macleod Trail SE, Calgary
DOPO, the new concept from the team behind the acclaimed D.O.P. restaurant, opened to the public on November 5.
It promises to stick to the roots of D.O.P. but has been reimagined by Chef David Leeder and owner Tony Migliarese.
Address: 10 – 1907 34th Avenue SW, Calgary
A brand-new taqueria experience is set to open in Calgary’s Marda Loop neighbourhood in November.
Spearheaded by Chef Mikko Tamarra of Fortuna’s Row and the incredibly popular pop-up Con Mi Taco, Masa Mama is set to be Calgary’s newest spot for tacos and modern Mexican cuisine.
Address: 3429 22nd Street SW, Calgary
Chipotle will open its third Calgary outpost near Northland Mall on November 7, complete with a walk-up window for customers to pick up their online orders.
The first 30 people in line on opening day will enjoy free Chipotle merchandise, so mark your calendars.
Address: 5117 Northland Drive NW, Calgary
A brand-new food hall featuring dishes from some of Calgary’s most popular restaurants will be opening on November 6.
Pineapple Hall, in Stephen Avenue Place, will feature dishes from eateries such as Lonely Mouth, Double Zero Pizza, Surfy Surfy and Clive Burger, all under one roof. There will also be a new cafe and patisserie.
Address: 225 7th Avenue SW #205, Calgary
Alongside Pineapple Hall, Pigeonhole will also be opening a new downtown location. The space will serve the restaurant’s celebrated brunch offerings, shareable menu and drink menu.
Address: 225 7th Avenue SW #205, Calgary
After blowing up on social media due to a rave review in 2022, Deng’s Dumplings has just opened its third Calgary outpost.
With a menu of steamed dumplings, steamed pork siomai, boiled pork dumplings, and wontons, it’s the perfect spot for cold-weather comfort food.
Address: 4708 16th Avenue, Calgary
A brand-new cocktail bar concept from the team behind Prickett Richard at South Block Barbecue and Brewing Co in Mission on November 14.
With dishes such as yam fries, octopus salad and ribeye steak and a selection of curated cocktails, it’ll be the perfect spot to get those summer vibes year-round.
Address: 500 25th Avenue SW, Calgary
This brand-new microbrewery concept is set to open in Bowness on November 23. The neighbourhood spot will have its own taproom, a pet-friendly patio and tasty bar snacks, including gourmet hot dogs and beer cheese.
Address: 110 – 6311 Bowness Road NW, Calgary