La Brezza Ristorante

4.6

1425 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Feb 27, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

La Brezza - Nestled in the heart of Bridgeland—Calgary's historic neighborhood, Little Italy.

Our restaurant stands as a city landmark for nearly four decades. The iconic family owned restaurant is a living tribute to the neighborhood's rich Italian heritage. Located in the main street of the neighborhood with a parking lot at the back, we continue to serve the community with Mamma Angela's traditional Italian recipes and the warm hospitality that defined Calgary's original Little Italy.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(403) 262-6230
Website
http://www.labrezza.ca/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Catering available.
Private party facilities
Private Parties can book our lower level dining room with up to 16 people, our main dining room for up to 50 people or the entire house! A private area in our main dining room seats up to 12 people. Everything inbetween is always welcome!

Location
990 1st Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 8J3
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
1st Ave & 9th St NE
Parking details
Parking is free in our private lot and free on the street after 6pm and on Sundays and Holidays.
Public transit
Bus #9 stops next to our restaurant. C-Train, Bridgeland/Memorial
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Experiences

Large Bookings
Multiple dates available
Celebrate life’s special moments with a personalized dining experience at La Brezza Ristorante. For private gatherings of 10 or more, Chef Luca Brumelli will work with you to curate a custom menu tailored to your group’s tastes. From authentic Italian classics to innovative creations, every dish is crafted to perfection, ensuring an unforgettable meal in an intimate setting. Let us make your next event extraordinary with the award-winning flavors and hospitality that have defined La Brezza for over 37 years. Book your private large party today!
La Brezza Lunch Club
Multiple dates available
Escape in the warm, intimate atmosphere of La Brezza Ristorante with our exclusive Lunch Club. Perfect for parties of six or more, this private dining experience offers a leisurely escape into the heart of Italian cuisine. Enjoy the flavors of Italy while sharing special moments with friends, family, or colleagues. Book your Lunch Club today and savor the award-winning Italian dishes that have made La Brezza a Calgary favorite for over 37 years!

Popular dishes

Calamari La BrezzaCA$18.00
tender squid deep fried and sauteed in a spicy tomato sauce. Original calamri recipe from mamma angela from 1987
Cozze Alla MarinaraCA$18.00
fresh mussels sautéed with white wine, garlic, parsley and olive oil
Caprese BurrataCA$18.00
with basil pesto & local Roma Tomatos
Zuppa di Minestrone e Stracciatella alla RomanaCA$10.00
fresh vegetable soup or chicken broth egg drop soup
Sausage & Peppers with Shaved ParmesianCA$17.00
Mammas polpette 3 meatballs with tomato sauce and parmesan cheeseCA$16.00
3 meatballs with tomato sauce and parmesan cheese
Caesar SaladCA$13.00
with herb crushed croutons finished with parmesan
Gamberi alla PortofinoCA$18.00
Jumbo shrimp sauteed with white wine and lemon sauce
Bruschetta “La Brezza’s World famous speciality”CA$11.00
Beet salad with burrata cheese and apple vinaigretteCA$18.00
Focaccia
complementary with olive oil and balsamic

Pasta

Penne alla VodkaCA$18.00
our made in house spicy rose sauce
Fettuccine CarbonaraCA$23.00
bacon with onions, cream sauce, parmesan cheese, eggs topped with bruschetta and black pepper
Gnocchi Bolognese with stracciatella cheeseCA$25.00
made by hand labour of love Bolognese GNocchi, pronounced N'YAW-KEE
Lasagna BrezzaCA$26.00
with layers of beef, parmesan, mozzarella, bechamel Secret three cheese lasagna that comes from mamma Angela’s hometown bruciano.
Fried Cannelloni “Napoletana”CA$27.00
homemade crepes stuffed with beef filling and fresh spice – Mamma Angelas famous cannelloni since the origins
RavioliCA$27.00
filled with pecorino cheese and Bartlett pear butter sauce
Penne “Con Salsiccie”CA$30.00
spicy peppers & homemade Sausage
Fettuccini AlfredoCA$26.00
with truffle, mushrooms and pecorino cheese
Spaghetti Aglio OlioCA$19.00
with mushrooms
Penne ArrabbiataCA$19.00
Herbs, onion, peppers in alight spicy tomato sauce

Seafood served over Linguini

Rose shrimp MediterraneanCA$30.00
Linguini Scoglio NapoliCA$34.00
Mussels, Calamari, Shrimp Marinara sauce
Branzino Mediterranean SeabassCA$31.00
garlic, olive oil, capers, olives

The Classics

all entrees are served with pasta of the day or veggies

Chicken ParmigianaCA$29.00
Chicken PescatoreCA$34.00
Chicken PiccataCA$29.00
Chicken MarsalaCA$30.00
Chicken Brezza FunghiCA$31.00
Veal ParmigianaCA$30.00
Veal PescatoreCA$34.00
Veal PiccataCA$29.00
Veal MarsalaCA$30.00
Veal Brezza FunghiCA$31.00

Sides

BroccoliniCA$9.00
French FriesCA$8.00
Hot Cherry Peppers & Fingerling PotatoesCA$11.00
Insalata MistaCA$8.00
Sautéed SpinachCA$7.00

What 1,425 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

La Brezza Ristorante in Calgary is a cherished spot for Italian cuisine lovers, known for its "fantastic food," "cozy atmosphere," and "stellar staff." Regulars rave about its "authentic Italian cooking" and "exceptional service." The family-friendly ambiance and memorable dishes like the "best calamari" make it a must-visit.

1,425 Reviews

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Mathew
Unspecified
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome, absolutely loved everything, food was amazing, atmosphere was great as well.
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basem
Calgary
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service was excellent It was first time for me and will not be the last
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Shelley
VIP
Calgary
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were a group of 10 adults there for my son's birthday. The menu wasn't pages and pages long but everything we ordered was delicious. The staff were excellent and brought my son out a beautiful birthday cake with candles. The cake was so thoughtful and unexpected. Everyone really enjoyed it! Thank you for a wonderful evening!
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Keith
VIP
Calgary
48 reviews
5.0
48 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such an iconic restaurant in Calgary. Has withstood time and transition. New menu is great. House made pasta can’t be beat. The veal was excellent. Romy provided excellent service. One of our regular haunts.
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Aaron
VIP
Calgary
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We absolutely love La Brezza! Between the high quality meals and extraordinary service, we know it will always be a great experience. We are neighborhood regulars and that won’t change. We are always thankful for Maurizio and his team.
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Greg
Calgary
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a delight. Fantastic food, cozy atmosphere, stellar staff.
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Jasmine
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place, the food, the service, the wine - great!
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Kathy
Edmonton
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was excellent - gnocchi bolognese was lovely. The drinks were great - try the espresso martini! The service was prompt and excellent and friendly. It was just a tad bit chilly where we sat, but did not detract from our experience. We will be back again for sure. Great job.
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Janet
Calgary
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for Valentines Day. Great food and great service!
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Bill
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
Noise was high and sitting next to the door isn’t good
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FAQs

La Brezza Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (403) 262-6230.

La Brezza Ristorante is rated 4.6 stars by 1425 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 27, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

990 1st Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 8J3

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
1st Ave & 9th St NE
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking is free in our private lot and free on the street after 6pm and on Sundays and Holidays.
Public transit
Bus #9 stops next to our restaurant. C-Train, Bridgeland/Memorial
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Website
http://www.labrezza.ca/
Phone number
(403) 262-6230
Catering
Catering available.
Private party facilities
Private Parties can book our lower level dining room with up to 16 people, our main dining room for up to 50 people or the entire house! A private area in our main dining room seats up to 12 people. Everything inbetween is always welcome!

La Brezza Ristorante

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Large Bookings

La Brezza Lunch Club

Tiramisu

Tiramisu Classico

Calamari Alla Brezza

Appetizers

Calamari La BrezzaCA$18.00

Cozze Alla MarinaraCA$18.00

Caprese BurrataCA$18.00

Zuppa di Minestrone e Stracciatella alla RomanaCA$10.00

Sausage & Peppers with Shaved ParmesianCA$17.00

Mammas polpette 3 meatballs with tomato sauce and parmesan cheeseCA$16.00

Caesar SaladCA$13.00

Gamberi alla PortofinoCA$18.00

Bruschetta “La Brezza’s World famous speciality”CA$11.00

Beet salad with burrata cheese and apple vinaigretteCA$18.00

Focaccia

Pasta

Penne alla VodkaCA$18.00

Fettuccine CarbonaraCA$23.00

Gnocchi Bolognese with stracciatella cheeseCA$25.00

Lasagna BrezzaCA$26.00

Fried Cannelloni “Napoletana”CA$27.00

RavioliCA$27.00

Penne “Con Salsiccie”CA$30.00

Fettuccini AlfredoCA$26.00

Spaghetti Aglio OlioCA$19.00

Penne ArrabbiataCA$19.00

Seafood served over Linguini

Rose shrimp MediterraneanCA$30.00

Linguini Scoglio NapoliCA$34.00

Branzino Mediterranean SeabassCA$31.00

The Classics

Chicken ParmigianaCA$29.00

Chicken PescatoreCA$34.00

Chicken PiccataCA$29.00

Chicken MarsalaCA$30.00

Chicken Brezza FunghiCA$31.00

Veal ParmigianaCA$30.00

Veal PescatoreCA$34.00

Veal PiccataCA$29.00

Veal MarsalaCA$30.00

Veal Brezza FunghiCA$31.00

Sides

BroccoliniCA$9.00

French FriesCA$8.00

Hot Cherry Peppers & Fingerling PotatoesCA$11.00

Insalata MistaCA$8.00

Sautéed SpinachCA$7.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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Does La Brezza Ristorante offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is La Brezza Ristorante restaurant rated?

Is La Brezza Ristorante currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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