New Restaurants in Calgary – July 2025 Edition

Last updated July 25, 2025. This guide is updated monthly to bring you the newest restaurant openings across Calgary.

Hungry for something new? Whether you’re a die-hard foodie or just tired of your usual takeout routine, this running list of new restaurants in Calgary is your go-to guide. Updated every month, we cover soft openings, grand launches, and hidden gems across every corner of the city.

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New Restaurants in Calgary – July 2025

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Mille Brings Italian-Inspired Elegance to Calgary’s Downtown West End

Mille is one of downtown’s most stylish new restaurants, offering a refined but welcoming take on Italian dining in Calgary’s West End. Open from morning espresso to late-night cocktails, it’s an all-day spot that blends traditional Italian dishes with modern touches.

The menu features antipasti like chicken meatballs with caper butter sauce, ricotta toast with apricot preserve, and charred calamari with crispy potatoes. You’ll also find handmade pastas like rigatoni boscaiola with roasted mushrooms and tartufata, rich beef ragù tagliatelle, and lemon butter spaghetti with crispy garlic crumbs.

The vibe is upscale yet relaxed, with a warm, softly lit interior perfect for date night or a lingering lunch. Mille might be new, but it already feels like a classic.

Now Open
Downtown West End | 1000 7 Ave SW
@dinemille

Mowgli’s Expands with a Second Location on 17th Ave

Mowgli’s has opened the doors to its second Calgary spot, bringing its colourful mix of global-inspired desserts, coffee, and house-baked treats to 17th Avenue. In addition to their rotating lineup of inventive ice cream flavours—like betel leaf & candied rose or burnt marshmallow & honeycomb—you’ll find a full pastry counter stocked with fresh cruffins, pistachio cream croissants, danishes, and cakes.

The new location also serves a wide range of specialty desserts, including saffron budino with white chocolate-raspberry ice cream and sticky date fudge pudding. Espresso drinks, ice cream shakes (think Nutella banana or mango-yogurt), and house-blended smoothies round out the offering.

Now open
17th Ave | 503a 17 Ave SW
@mowglis.yyc

Dave’s Hot Chicken Heats Up East Hills with First Calgary Location

One of the most buzzed-about chicken chains in North America has officially landed in Calgary. Dave’s Hot Chicken opened its first YYC location in East Hills earlier this month, marking the start of a three-location rollout across the city.

Originally launched in a Los Angeles parking lot in 2017, the brand has earned a cult following for its juicy tenders and sliders, customizable spice levels (from mild to “Reaper” heat), and crave-worthy sides like crinkle-cut fries, slaw, and real-deal milkshakes.

The new East Hills outpost is already drawing crowds, but fans won’t have to wait long for more: a Beacon Hill location is expected to open in August, followed by a third spot on Macleod Trail later this fall.

East Hills | Now Open
Beacon Hill | Opening August 2025
Macleod Trail | Opening Fall 2025
@daveshotchicken

Upcoming Restaurants Openings in Calgary 

Paradigm Spark – Coming Soon to Victoria Park

The creative coffee team behind @paradigm_spark is opening a new flagship café this summer at 11th Ave & 4th St SE. Expect a coffee shop, roasting room, and training space all in one—launching July 2025.
Victoria Park | Opening July
@paradigm_spark

Dave’s Hot Chicken – New Locations Coming Soon

Following the July opening in East Hills, Dave’s Hot Chicken is expanding with two more Calgary locations—Beacon Hill (August) and Macleod Trail (Fall).

Jersey Mike’s Subs is coming to Calgary in 2025

The Jersey Shore fave is finally heading west, bringing its grilled subs and famous “Mike’s Way” toppings to YYC. No confirmed location yet—but it’s officially happening, and we’re hungry already.

HEAL Wellness Expands – Bridgeland Location Coming Soon

After opening in Aspen Landing, 17th Ave, University District, Downtown, and most recently Kensington, HEAL Wellness is continuing its Calgary glow-up. The beloved smoothie + açaí bar is set to open one more location in 2025—this time in Bridgeland.

Expect the same fully customizable bowls, superfood smoothies, and clean, post-spin class vibes in another walkable, food-loving neighbourhood.

Coming Soon:
Bridgeland | 204 4 St NE
@heal.wellness.ab

Recently Opened – June 2025

Lil’ Empire – Beltline
This cult-fave burger joint just opened its fourth Calgary location—this time in the Beltline—serving up their signature smash burgers, crispy fries, and thick shakes. Expect Alberta beef and that signature burger sauce.
1103 4 St SW | Now Open
@lilempireburger

Roy’s Korean Kitchen – Heritage Square
Chef Roy Oh is back with a sleek new space in Heritage Square, serving up Korean comfort food like grilled short ribs, oxtail tortellini, and soy maple Brussels sprouts. Quick service meets bold flavours at this fan-favourite comeback.
8500 Macleod Trl SE #170N | Now Open
@royskitchenyyc

Cavernus – Downtown (Stephen Ave)
An underground wine lounge with old-world cellar vibes, Cavernus is part private club, part cozy bar open to the public. Expect curated wine flights, charcuterie boards, and a high-end vibe perfect for pre-dinner sips or full-on tastings.
137 8 Ave SW, Suite 100 | Now Open
@cavernus.calgary

Press’d Sandwich Shop – Southeast
Hand‑crafted sandwiches, bowls, wraps, and smoothies served on fresh‑baked bread at a new SE Calgary location.
5333 61 Ave SE | Now Open
@pressdsandwichshop

Unfiltered Wine Bar – Sunalta
A casual new wine bar with serious range, pouring natural wines from Juice Imports and Vine Arts alongside charcuterie and cozy late-night vibes.
1020 14 St SW | Now Open
@unfilteredwinebar

Bow & Bend Rooftop – Downtown
A new rooftop destination opened in June atop the Element by Westin on 4th Ave SW. Bow & Bend pairs river and skyline views with a locally inspired menu of small plates, mains, and cocktails—plus weekend brunch with a view.

833 4 Ave SW | ✅ Now Open
@bowandbendcalgary

Bodega by SABOR – Mission
Edmonton’s cult-fave tapas bar has arrived in YYC, serving bold Portuguese and Spanish small plates perfect for sharing.
2204 4th St SW | ✅ Now Open
@bodegabysabor

Actually Pretty Good – Crescent Heights
One of Calgary’s most beloved pizza joints has opened a third location with daily slices, sandwiches, and salads.
1028 Centre St N | ✅ Now Open
@actuallyprettygood

Curry N Tikka Corner – Nolan Hill
This West Coast transplant brings over 25 years of Indian culinary tradition to the NW. Think rich curries, butter chicken, and veggie plates done right.
#165, 246 Nolanridge Crescent NW | ✅ Now Open
@curryntikkacorner

Medaan – Nolan Hill
Middle Eastern fusion comfort food—shawarma wraps, rice bowls, falooda, and $9 daily deals—in a casual NW spot.
Unit 140, 750 Nolan Hill Blvd NW | ✅ Now Open
@medaan.restaurant

L’Olivo Cicchetti & Lounge – Inglewood
Calgary’s first cicchetti bar opens inside Lina’s Italian Piazza, blending Venetian-style small plates with soulful Italian charm.
1023 9 Ave SE | ✅ Now Open
@lolivocalgary

HEAL Wellness – Kensington
HEAL Wellness continues its Calgary takeover with a brand-new location in Kensington. Opened in June, the smoothie and açaí bar now has five YYC spots—plus a sixth on the way in Bridgeland.
201 10 St NW | ✅ Now Open
 @heal.wellness.ab

Roots and Peppers – Crescent Heights
Roots and Peppers, known for its Nigerian pop-ups and catering, opened its first dine-in restaurant in June. The new location in Crescent Heights serves dishes like peppered goat, jollof rice, and fried plantains.
1224 Centre Street North | ✅ Now Open
@rootsandpeppers

Calgary’s food scene is booming, with new spots opening every month. From globally inspired flavours to cozy comfort food, there’s always something new to try.

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