EIGHT
★ 4.7 (78) · 
631 Confluence Way SE, Calgary, AB T2G 1C3, Canada
Phone: (403) 457-2153
Website: http://www.eightcdn.ca/
EIGHT in Calgary is a 4.7-star restaurant with 78 Google reviews, known for Chawanmushi with lobster and Innisfail carrot soup.
Why we love it
- Canadian with Japanese influence
- Intimate, exclusive, theatrical
- Tasting menu with drink pairings
- Canadian with Japanese influence
- Located nearby
- Intimate, exclusive, theatrical
- Tasting menu with drink pairings
What to Order
Chawanmushi with lobster
This delicate savory custard is elevated with a perfectly emulsified lobster-infused hollandaise sauce, creating a rich and flavorful bite.
"the initial bites truly shined, including my favorite, chawanmushi with lobster, which featured a very well emulsified lobster infused hollandaise sauce."
Joseph Chen
Innisfail carrot soup
A standout among the appetizer courses, this soup showcases the quality of local ingredients with its vibrant flavor.
"Other highlights included the Innisfail carrot soup, king crab mixed with hokkaido uni cream and dressed with caviar, a king salmon prepared in sashimi bites but trayed with a crispy skin."
Joseph Chen
King crab with Hokkaido uni cream and caviar
This luxurious dish combines sweet king crab with creamy Hokkaido uni and briny caviar for an exquisite taste experience.
"Other highlights included the Innisfail carrot soup, king crab mixed with hokkaido uni cream and dressed with caviar, a king salmon prepared in sashimi bites but trayed with a crispy skin."
Joseph Chen
King salmon sashimi with crispy skin
Presented as sashimi bites, this dish features king salmon with a delightful crispy skin, highlighting both texture and flavor.
"Other highlights included the Innisfail carrot soup, king crab mixed with hokkaido uni cream and dressed with caviar, a king salmon prepared in sashimi bites but trayed with a crispy skin."
Joseph Chen
Non-alcoholic drink pairings
Expertly crafted by Randy, these non-alcoholic pairings are deep, dynamic, and perfectly complement the tasting menu, enhancing the overall dining experience.
"Randy, who oversees the pairings, is a genius. The drinks that he created require you to sit back in awe and question, "How did all that flavor come out of one sip??!" I did the non-acholic pairings for both evenings and everything was consistently stunning."
Stephanie M
Inside Scoop
- Reservations are extremely difficult to get and are a must, often compared to concert tickets.
- The experience begins in a speakeasy for pre-dinner drinks before being escorted to the dining room.
- The chef and team explain the inspiration behind each of the 19 courses, which blend Canadian and Japanese cuisines.
- The non-alcoholic drink pairings are highly recommended and considered exceptional.
- Be prepared for small portions, as some guests have reported leaving hungry despite the numerous courses.