Best Historic Restaurants in Calgary

The service at this restaurant was incredible—our server was attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Unfortunately, the food didn’t meet the same standard. My friend and I ordered the caesar salad, and it was overwhelmingly fishy, which was surprising. The staff kindly had it remade, but the second attempt was just as overpowering. To end the meal, we tried the tiramisu, but even the sponge had an odd fishy taste. While I truly appreciated the excellent service, the food left us disappointed. I hope the kitchen can address these issues because the team deserves food that matches their amazing hospitality.

I brought my wife here for her birthday, and thanks to the kind and attentive staff, it was an unforgettable evening. Located in the Fairmont in downtown Calgary, Hawthorn delivers extravagance in its setting, decor, and, most importantly, its incredible food. That said, with such extravagance, be prepared to pay equally extravagant prices.

The food is excellent. Small menu but the antipasti were incredible and the pasta very creative.

The dry aged lamb is phenomenal and the service is outstanding!

I had an amazing birthday dinner with my husband. I have been to Pat and Betty before but I wanted him to experience it before returning to the US. I had booked the counter, as it was all that was available upon booking, but it was incredibly hot up there and they generously moved up to a great lower level table upon request. The food was as good or better than previous visits and the service was relaxed but helpful. Newest obsession is the rigatoni. I will be back.