Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Calgary / Southern Alberta

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Calgary / Southern Alberta? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Bridgette Bar

4.8

4.8 (4215)

CAN$30 and under

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Calgary's Design District. Bridgette Bar is a chef-driven bar featuring Chef JP Pedhirney's ambitious menu. Lunch, happy hour, dinner and late nights in a mid-century modern setting.

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Bridgette

Dined 3 days ago

Food tasted great! Was pretty busy during happy hour due to the holiday work season but was able to reserve a table, the service was great was well!

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Bridgette Bar Canmore

4.8

4.8 (1008)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

Canmore

About the restaurant

A chef-driven bar in the heart of the Rocky Mountains in Canmore, Alberta.

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LyndiVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Happy hour pizza and cocktails are amazing. One of our favorites is the 'Rolling Canoe' paired with the fennel pizza.

Earls Kitchen + Bar - Barlow Trail - Calgary

4.6

4.6 (769)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

Calgary

About the restaurant

Welcome to Earls Barlow Trail, located in North East Calgary conveniently just off Deerfoot Trail. Whether you're heading to or from the airport, our restaurant is the perfect spot to unwind and indulge in a memorable dining experience. Step into our intimate dining room, where you'll find a cozy atmosphere that sets the stage for a delicious meal. Join us for daily features, Happy Hour, late-night Happy Hour, and weekend Brunch Happy Hour, where you can enjoy a selection of delicious food and drinks at unbeatable prices. Your table is ready. We can't wait to see you!

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Ashley

Dined 4 days ago

Georgia our server was awesome! Food was fast and tasted good.

Earls Kitchen + Bar - Medicine Hat

4.8

4.8 (151)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

Medicine Hat

About the restaurant

Welcome to Earls Medicine Hat, our vibrant location just across the street from Medicine Hat Mall. As you arrive, you'll be greeted by our friendly and colourful parrot statue, setting the tone for a memorable experience. Step onto our sunny seasonal patio adorned with a captivating large-scale mural, the perfect spot to relax and soak up the atmosphere. Inside, our open-concept dining room offers ample space for groups, ensuring everyone feels comfortable. Don't miss out on our daily features, Happy Hour, late-night Happy Hour, and weekend Brunch Happy Hour, where you can indulge in our delicious offerings while enjoying unbeatable prices. Your table is ready. We can't wait to see you!

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WayneK

Dined 2 days ago

The service was fabulous as soon as we entered the restaurant! Food was served quickly and the food that was supposed to be served hot was hot! I had the Hunan Kung Pao with 4 hunan peppers and it was wonderful!

Murrieta's Canmore

4.7

4.7 (508)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

Canmore

About the restaurant

Murrieta's in Canmore, Alberta is a fantastic eatery that offers up a range of options on the drink menu, including many wines and beers. Of course, people love to come to the establishment because of the wonderful food, too.

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BillVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Our Christmas work get together dinner was awesome, thanks to the friendly and courteous staff at Murrieta's Canmore. The menu offers a good range of options and the food was well presented and very good. Our server, Christi, was attentive, efficient and helped make the night a memorable experience. Thanks to entire Murrieta's team.

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Earls Kitchen + Bar - Southcentre

4.6

4.6 (802)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

Willow Park

About the restaurant

Welcome to Earls Southcentre, our newest Calgary location. Earls Southcentre is located at the Anderson Road entrance of Southcentre Mall. Step inside and experience the unique interior inspired by the landscape where the mountains meet the prairies. Adorning the walls you'll find works of art from notable Alberta artists. Step into our plant-filled dining room, where the lush greenery creates a radiant atmosphere. Relax and unwind on our covered three-season patio, the perfect spot to enjoy the vibrant energy of the shopping centre. Indulge in a culinary adventure inspired by cultures and cuisines around the globe. With options ranging from healthy-ish to indulgent, there is something for everyone. Don't miss our Happy Hour and late-night Happy Hour offering irresistible deals on drinks and delectable bites. Discover the intersection of flavour and art.

Your table is ready. We can't wait to see you!

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Vanda

Dined 6 days ago

Our waiter Noah was totally outstanding. We will be back for sure……summertime with our little dog too

Earls Kitchen + Bar - Calgary Tin Palace

4.6

4.6 (765)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

Mission

About the restaurant

Welcome to Calgary Tin Palace, our vibrant location on 4th Street in downtown Calgary. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by the bustling energy of our two bars, ready to serve you an array of delightful beverages. Our space is designed with large windows that let in abundant natural light, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere for your dining experience. Join us for daily features, Happy Hour, late-night Happy Hour, and weekend Brunch Happy Hour, where you can indulge in a variety of delicious food and drink options. Whether you're seeking a quick bite or a leisurely brunch, we have you covered. Your table is ready. We can't wait to see you!

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Mark

Dined 3 days ago

Everyone had a great meal, nice drinks, and a good time and we didn’t break the budget. 👍

Earls Kitchen + Bar - 16th Avenue - Calgary

4.6

4.6 (986)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

Kensington

About the restaurant

Welcome to Earls 16th Ave, our newly renovated location conveniently situated just off 16th Avenue. With ample parking available, we make it easy for you to enjoy our exceptional food and drink offerings. Step into our inviting space and soak up the sunshine on our vibrant patio, the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy a meal or drinks. Located close to the Jubilee Auditorium, we're a perfect choice for pre-show gatherings or post-event celebrations. Don't miss our daily features, where you can indulge in delicious dishes at incredible prices. Join us during Happy Hour, late-night Happy Hour, and weekend Brunch Happy Hour for enticing deals on beverages and delectable bites. Your table is ready. We can't wait to see you!

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Jennifer

Dined 1 day ago

Had amazing service and our meal was delicious!! Our server was on the ball ensuring we made our concert on time and was so friendly and pleasant! Thank you for ensuring we had a lovely night out!

Earls Kitchen + Bar - Dalhousie - Calgary

4.6

4.6 (1126)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

Aspen / Strathcona / West Springs

About the restaurant

Welcome to Earls Dalhousie, our restaurant located at Dalhousie Shopping Centre. Step into our spacious dining room with its open concept design, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for you to enjoy. Whether you're meeting with friends, gathering with family, or simply looking for a place to unwind, we have you covered. Indulge in our daily features, offering a variety of mouthwatering dishes to satisfy your cravings. Join us during Happy Hour, late-night Happy Hour, and weekend Brunch Happy Hour to elevate your experience with irresistible drink features and delectable treats. Your table is ready. We can't wait to see you!

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Dan

Dined 2 days ago

Chicken wings, fries, kale/mushroom pizza, beer and wine

Earls Kitchen + Bar - Red Deer

4.7

4.7 (380)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

Red Deer

About the restaurant

Welcome to Earls Red Deer, our location on Gaetz Avenue just off the Number Two Highway. Step into our newly renovated space, featuring a rich interior adorned with marble accents, creating an elegant and inviting atmosphere. Our plant-filled sunny patio provides the perfect setting to enjoy the beautiful weather while indulging in delicious food and drinks. Join us for daily features, where you can savor a variety of culinary delights. Enhance your dining experience with our Happy Hour, late-night Happy Hour, and weekend Brunch Happy Hour, offering tempting drink features and delectable bites. Your table is ready. We can't wait to see you!

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Brenda

Dined 6 days ago

Earls is consistently good! Great atmosphere, food & service. I’d highly recommend it!

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