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Centini Restaurant, Calgary, AB
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Centini Restaurant

4.6 (825)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Italian
160 8th Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0K6

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2 people
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7:00 PM

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
A warm welcome awaits at this iconic Italian restaurant in downtown Calgary. Consistently well-executed food and relaxed, professional service rule in this contemporary dining room. Daily fish deliveries, hand made fresh pasta, an in-house bakery and attention to the nuances of authentic Italian cuisine abound on the large menu. The sleek dining room is complemented by additional rooms that can be closed off for privacy.

An online store for takeout and delivery is open on www.centini.com. The restaurant also offers a catering menu for home or office delivery.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Modern European, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Our full lunch and dinner menus are available for takeout, and delivery via our store at www.centini.com. We offer delivery throughout Calgary. <br />
  • Private party facilities
    Centini is a stunning location for private events. Overlooking the Glenbow Museum and 1st Street SE, the stylish and elegant space is adorned with an extensive collection of contemporary Canadian art, fine furnishings and tableware, and offers the flexibility to accommodate groups of all sizes.
  • Private party contact
    Chevonne Miller-Centini, Owner, Centini: (403) 269-1605
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    1st Street SE (McLeod Trail S) & Stephen Avenue
  • Parking details
    Centini Restaurant & Lounge encourages parking at the Telus Convention Center.
  • Public transit
    Centini Restaurant & Lounge is located 1 block south of the LRT stop on the corner of 1st S.E. and 7th Avenue. and has multiple bus stations in close proximity.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 825 people are saying

Centini Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Calgary

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Centini Restaurant offers "great Italian food" and "superb service" in a European-like ambiance that enhances any dining experience. Guests consistently praise the attentive staff and the "amazing service" provided by servers like Steph and Jonah. The menu features standout dishes such as duck breast and seafood linguini, while spacious seating allows for "enjoyable conversations." Perfect for pre-theatre dinners, Centini is a "gem of the downtown," ensuring a memorable visit with "excellent food" and a "welcoming atmosphere."
825 Reviews
  1. Lori

    Calgary7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were celebrating a birthday & going to the theatre. It was a wonderful experience. Our server was fantastic-a true professional, attentive but not in your face & very personable. The food was as delicious as ever. The decor is tasteful with gorgeous fresh flowers through out the room. We really enjoyed ourselves and will continue to make this our ‘go to’ restaurant when we are downtown.

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  2. Gwen

    Calgary3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have always had such wonderful people serving our dinners at this fabulous restaurant! I can’t say enough about them all! We had the privilege of sitting by the kitchen and watching the magic happen!!! Such talent! Love this place!!!

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  3. Stacey

    Calgary2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely experience at Centini for our anniversary. When our server knew we were gluten-free, he offered to bring GF bread to our table. He also did not charge extra for this or GF pasta. What a delightful surprise to find they do a GF chocolate souffle! Although it was very busy, and a little noisy, we will definitely go back.

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  4. Carmen

    Calgary11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Matt was so attentive Was aware we had a theatre production at 730 We never felt rushed Was able to accommodate my friend who can’t tolerate red sauce Was able to pack our food we couldn’t finish - large portions Offered to keep on the fridge for us The Meyers lemon desert - super tart and very refreshing (we shared that) Did not disappoint - was a very nice dining experience!

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  5. Norman VIP

    Vancouver19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of Calgarys best restaurants. Always great Italian food and super service.

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  6. Kiaii VIP

    Montreal / Quebec16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience at Centini's like always we had a guest with us from Japan, who enjoyed the meal very much and enjoyed the atmosphere. Nitin, our server was exceptional, he remembered us from before and provided fantastic service with attention to detail He decanted the wine we ordered in an amazing looking decanter and made our experience last night very special. We recommend the restaurant very much and we will be definitely going back.

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  7. Sudul

    Vancouver5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wandered past Centini a few times over the last year and thought ihe menu and atmostphere looked interesting. Finally made plans to celebrate a birthday there and was not disappointed. We lived in Europe for a long time and are always looking for a restaurant that feels like it could be European, from the point of view of menu offerings and ambiance. Centini was pretty close! Two particular standouts from our choices were the mozzarella/proscuitto starter and duck breast - never had duck quite like that and it was excellent. The service was attentive but not obsequious, and we liked that we could actually hear each other talk. It was unusually quiet for a Saturday evening (7:30 start) but I got the impression that even when it's busy, the noise level would be bearable. We sat at a high table with view to the kitchen, which is always an entertaining way to spend an evening. All in all I'd give Centini two thumbs up, as I'm not a fan of starred ratings. We'll be back!

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  8. Helen

    Calgary1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Stephanie was the best server ever. Thank you. Her recommendations were perfect.

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  9. Charlene

    Calgary1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good. Limited options on the menu. Service was slow. They were aware it was a special occasion and there was zero recognition. Probably won't go back.

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  10. kelly VIP

    Calgary61 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We really wanted to love this place but unfortunately the food was a major let down. Very overcooked fish and seafood and the muscles tasted off. We did let them know but nothing was done.

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FAQs

Centini Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (403) 269-1600 ext. 0.

Centini Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 825 OpenTable diners.

Centini Restaurant does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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160 8th Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0K6

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    1st Street SE (McLeod Trail S) & Stephen Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Modern European, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Centini Restaurant & Lounge encourages parking at the Telus Convention Center.
  • Public transit
    Centini Restaurant & Lounge is located 1 block south of the LRT stop on the corner of 1st S.E. and 7th Avenue. and has multiple bus stations in close proximity.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Catering
    Our full lunch and dinner menus are available for takeout, and delivery via our store at www.centini.com. We offer delivery throughout Calgary. <br />
  • Private party facilities
    Centini is a stunning location for private events. Overlooking the Glenbow Museum and 1st Street SE, the stylish and elegant space is adorned with an extensive collection of contemporary Canadian art, fine furnishings and tableware, and offers the flexibility to accommodate groups of all sizes.
  • Private party contact
    Chevonne Miller-Centini, Owner, Centini: (403) 269-1605
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