River Café
25 Prince's Island Park, SW, Calgary, AB T2P 0R1, Canada
Phone: (403) 261-7670
Website: http://www.river-cafe.com/
River Café in SW is a 4.3-star restaurant with 2,091 Google reviews, known for Kyuquot Sound Smoked Sablefish and Fairwinds Farm Goat Halloumi Salad.
Why we love it
- Canadian with seasonal, local ingredients
- Picturesque setting, rustic ambiance, fine dining
- Attentive service with knowledgeable staff
- Canadian with seasonal, local ingredients
- Located nearby
- Picturesque setting, rustic ambiance, fine dining
- Attentive service with knowledgeable staff
What to Order
Kyuquot Sound Smoked Sablefish
This starter features delicately smoked sablefish, praised for its tender texture and balanced smokiness, often paired with salt-baked celery root.
"Starting with the Kyuquot Sound Smoked Sablefish, the delicate flavours of the perfectly smoked fish were a testament to the chef's skill. The balance of smokiness and tenderness left me craving for more."
Joey C
Fairwinds Farm Goat Halloumi Salad
A delightful salad combining creamy grilled goat halloumi with sweet beets, crisp frisée, and a subtle hint of charcoal for a medley of flavors and textures.
"The grilled halloumi's creamy richness, paired with sweet Sudo Farms Beets, crisp Frisée, and a hint of smoky Charcoal, creates a delightful medley of flavours and textures."
Joey C
Fish & Game Board
A charcuterie experience featuring a selection of cured meats, seasonal potted seafood, and smoked salmon, complemented by house-made pickles, preserves, and crackers.
"A divine selection of Cured Meats, Seasonal Potted Seafood, and Smoked Salmon promises an exquisite journey for the taste buds. Paired with River Café's Pickles, Preserves & Crackers, each element complements the others, creating a harmonious balance of flavours and textures."
Joey C
Top Grass Beef Ribeye
A perfectly cooked beef ribeye served with forno roasted carrots, charred shallots, and potato fondant, showcasing quality ingredients and culinary precision.
"The Top Grass Beef Ribeye was amazing, cooked to perfection and served with Forno Roasted Leffers Farm Carrot, Charred Shallot, and Poplar Bluff Agria Potato Fondant. Each element on the plate showcased the chef's dedication to quality ingredients and culinary precision."
Joey C
Rangeland Bison Striploin
A flavorful bison striploin accompanied by Hasselback potato, king oyster mushrooms, and Swiss chard, all brought together with a rich brassica jus.
"Equally impressive was the Rangeland Bison Striploin (Way more flavour), accompanied by Poplar Bluff Hasselback Potato, Wise Eats King Oyster Mushrooms, and Southern Skies Swiss Chard. The Brassica Jus tied the components together, creating a symphony of flavours that left a lasting impression."
Joey C
Breakfast Potatoes
These cubed or "little" breakfast potatoes are a standout side, praised for their perfect size and delicious flavor.
"The cubed potatoes are amazing, definitely order those."
Nancy HC
Inside Scoop
- The restaurant is located within Prince's Island Park, requiring a walk from parking, so plan accordingly, especially in cold weather.
- Consider the tasting menu for a balanced culinary adventure, often featuring seasonal adaptations.
- The atmosphere is rustic and cozy, making it suitable for both casual meals and special celebrations.
- The wine and spirit selection is well-curated to complement the menu and ambiance.
- Service is generally top-notch, with staff often going the extra mile for special occasions.