The Living Room Restaurant

4.5

947 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary French / American

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2 people

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

Hot spot
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

The Living Room Restaurant is a must-visit dining destination for foodies and casual diners alike. Located on the vibrant 17th Ave (red mile), The beautiful decor, which features warm fireplaces and elegant lighting, creates a cozy and inviting atmosphere that is perfect for a romantic dinner or a night out with friends. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for a delicious meal in a beautiful setting, The Living Room is the perfect choice!

One of the standout dishes is the Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli, a classic Italian dish that features stuffed pasta tossed in roasted garlic beurre blanc with a touch truffle oil. Another must-try dish are the fondues, the communal nature of cheese fondue makes it a fun and interactive meal that is perfect for sharing with friends or family.

The Living Room Restaurant also offers an extensive selection of wines from around the world, as well as craft cocktails and local beers.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, Canadian, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(403) 228-9830
Website
http://www.livingroomrestaurant.ca/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Olek Nepop
Private party facilities
The Living Room features 2 private dining rooms Perfect for lunch/dinner, training or board meetings, birthdays, anniversaries, or group holiday parties. Room Configurations for receptions, meals, presentations, boardrooms and meetings.
Private party contact
Living Room Admin: (403) 228-9830

Location
514 17th Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2E 0B1
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
4th Street SW
Parking details
10 stalls on the north side of building, available on a first come basis. Street parking available on 17th ave SW, and 4th street SW.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Experiences

Bubbles & Fondue NYE 2025
CA$60.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Celebrate the arrival of the New Year with our exclusive Cheese and Chocolate Fondue Experience, Mix and match your favorites with your group, creating a truly personalized fondue adventure. Cheese Fondue 6 year Aged Cheddar & Grana Padano Grilled Beef Tenderloin, Spanish Chorizo Sausage Chili Buttered Shrimp Tail, Grilled Octopus Baby Carrot, Asparagus Baby Potato, Pickled Pear Brussels Sprout, Cauliflower Baguette 70%Dark Chocolate Ganache Fondue Fresh Banana, Berries, Pear Rice Krispie, Banana Bread, Meringue $60 per guest -accommodations available for GF / VEG
NYE 4 Course Menu
CA$75.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Celebrate the arrival of the new year with an unforgettable dining experience at The Living Room Restaurant. Our carefully curated 4-course set menu combines seasonal ingredients, expertly crafted dishes, and exceptional flavors to make your evening extraordinary. This menu offers a balance of rich, comforting flavors and festive touches to enhance your celebration of the new year. Pair with our selection of wines or a celebratory glass of champagne to make the evening truly special. Choice Menu Foie Gras Terrine Sea Bass Crudo *** Shrimp Caesar Warm Spinach *** Braised Short Ribs Crispy Chicken Supreme Grilled Salmon *** Vanilla Rice Pudding Triple Chocolate Mousse $75per guest

What 947 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Living Room Restaurant in Calgary offers a "spectacular" dining experience with "amazing food" and a cozy atmosphere. Known for "top notch service," its cheese and chocolate fondues are a must-try. While some service delays occur, the "friendly" staff and "excellent" drinks make it a popular choice for special occasions and casual outings alike.

947 Reviews

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roy
Calgary
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
The service was really disappointing as we had to flag down our server multiple times throughout our evening. Our server did not come by to check on our table to see how our meal was, nor did she ask why the salmon was only partially eaten when she cleared the dinner plates. In case "you" may want to know, the fish tasted a little 'off'. Overall, it is not what I have come to expect from the Living Room staff or food. It may have been an off night for them, but I will not be going back any time soon.
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Gloria
Calgary
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great evening at The Living Room. Our food was fabulous! The two of us shared the burrata, the autumn salad, the vitello tonato, the duck confit, and the creme brule. I didn't love the vitello as much as the other dishes, which were stellar. Cooked to perfection and flavorful. We also had fabulous service. I'd recommend it and definitely go back.
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Maxine
Vancouver
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Disappointing from what we thought would be a delicious menu. Veggies served with our salmon were undercooked, however the salmon itself was tasty. Beet salad was quite acidic and pickled, could have used some greens to balance it out with their bitterness. Table side tartare isn’t prepared table side, simply stirred in front of you. The service was a bit lacking but this could be because it appeared they were a bit short staffed? Food also came out quite slowly, but in the end we found out they had coursed out each of our appetizers (not sure why they did this). Ordered a dirty martini and was then asked if we’d like olives or a lemon twist.. then said olives.. and the martini was not dirty at all. Great room. Cozy. Service and food just need refinement.
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Brandy
Calgary
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An absolute amazing experience dining here. The menu selection would satisfy any palette and budget. They have a great wine and cocktail selection as well as servers who went above and beyond. I would certainly recommend this place to anyone!
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Rod
Edmonton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Terrific service from William (fellow Irish man) very funny and engaging.
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Amanda
Edmonton
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ordered fondue for two. Food was excellent. Service was prompt. Noise level was excellent. Sat in Atrium which was cozy with two fireplaces.
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Theresa
Calgary
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My sister-in-law and I had a great time last night. I loved where we sat. It was my first time sitting outside at a cooler night with the cover on. It was very cosy. I did put in the reservation that it was my sister-in-law’s birthday and we were greeted almost right away with two glasses of champagne and a “happy birthday” which was really nice. Our server was awesome! He was friendly, attentive, and courteous. Our food was so good. I always love the beef tartare, it’s my favourite. Unfortunately the wild mushroom linguine didn’t hit the mark. It was a bit bland and the pasta seemed sticky and a tad soft. Overall it was a lovely experience and I will be back! Thanks so much!
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Tessa
Calgary
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 16, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We were disappointed with the food quality, two of the three main dishes arrived cold.
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PatL
Calgary
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Living Room continues to be my #1 favorite place to entertain for my business. Keep up the truly great service, food and atmosphere.
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Larkin
Calgary
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on October 6, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
This was honestly one of the most INSULTING restaurant experiences I’ve ever had. I’m not the type to leave a review but I was incredibly excited to bring my partner here for our anniversary, as I’ve always had a stellar experience at the living room but after the dining experience I had today, I had to express my distaste. Firstly we arrive at the restaurant for our 7 o clock reservation, for context, I requested a decent table a week prior when I booked our reservation, they tuck us in the back corner, in the tiniest table, facing another couple (very awkward) we then requested to switch tables as we were ordering the fondue and knew we’d need more space on the table, they refused our request and in sum told us to “suck it up we’ll make it work” secondly, the fondue comes, and the portion sizes were far from acceptable for the price. I paid $14 for an addition of tenderloin, they gave us 5 PIECES, for 14 dollars. What an insult. The waitress also refused to acknowledge me but happily acknowledged my partner, when I thanked her for serving our food she wouldn’t even look at me but happily acknowledged my boyfriend. Not great service, insulting portion sizes, save your money and go elsewhere. I’m SO disappointed to have had this experience as the living room has been one of my favourite date night locations for years.
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FAQs

The Living Room Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 947 OpenTable diners.

The Living Room 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.