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Chef's Table at Kensington Riverside Inn

1126 Memorial Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta T2N3E3, Canada
877-313-3733
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Ranked #9 of 1,855 restaurants in Calgary
Price range: RM94 - RM151
Cuisines: Contemporary
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Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Dinner, Reservations
Dining style: Fine Dining
Cross street: 10 "A" Street
Transit: Close to Sunnyside C-train station
Description: Chef's Table represents a changing environment in the Calgary Dining scene. Recently attaining the coveted AAA 4-Diamond Rating, it is among only 7 such restaurants in Alberta, and 1 of 3 in Calgary! Voted Best Hotel Dining by Where Magazine for 3 consecutive years, 2009, 2010 and 2011, Chef's Table also received Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence in 2011 and 2012. Chef's Table features an intimate 40-seat dining room located in the 19-room boutique Kensington Riverside Inn that specializes in preparing fresh regional cuisine prepared using classical European methods. With a constantly changing five-course tasting menu, a la carte dinner, as well as our Fireside Lounge and Patio menu, diners can enjoy a new experience with every visit. Chef's Table offers a full lounge with beautiful fireplace in the winter, and a sunny patio in the warmer months. Join us for breakfast, brunch or dinner to experience the evolution of Calgary Fine Dining.
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Edmonton, Canada
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

For a small 10 table restaurant with an open kitchen, this one was pleasantly quiet, with no noisy rattling of plates and pots. Menu and wine list offered plenty of choices. I particularly liked the meritage-style Chateau Angludet Margaux 2009 and its reasonable price. The food and presentation was excellent although I found everything a bit too salty for my... More

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Calgary
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43 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
65 helpful votes 65 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

This is one of the best restaurants in Calgary, with consistently outstanding flavours and high prices to match. My main course was garnished with these fantastic dehydrated melon slices that had been rehydrated. Tasty and very original. The service is consistently great: knowledgeable and appropriately friendly with no smarminess. The only caution I have is for diners with allergies. On... More

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WernaMaurer, Manager at Chef's Table at Kensington Riverside Inn, responded to this review
18 May 2013

Good afternoon and thank you for taking the time to write a TripAdvisor Review. We believe strongly in TripAdvisor to provide our future guests with the best opinion and assist them in making decisions on where to dine. That being said, let me start by apologizing for this very serious infraction on our end. We take dietary concerns, allergies and... More

Edmonton, Canada
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

The service was very good for only one person waiting tables, friendly staff and the food was great! I will definitely be dining at the Chef’s Table again when I am in Calgary!

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Calgary
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62 reviews 62 reviews
54 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

HI: Just when you think it can't get any better....they top that benchmark. Attended a wine (feature) dinner with a set menu and everything was amazing. Stunning Bordeaux and Sauternes with perfect food pairings. Attentive service in their usual fashion. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

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Houston, Texas
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15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

The entrance seems a little strange at first as it is part of the hotel but soon opens out into a large reception area featuring a nice welcoming open fire. There are comfortable sofas or small tables around the periphery where you can sit and enjoy an aperitif from the extensive cocktail selection or a good wine selection. The waiter... More

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Red Deer, Canada
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

I stay at the Kensington Riverside Inn on a fairly regular basis and decided to try the Chef's Table. Their tasing menu looked interesting, but I wasn't that hungry and decided to order off of the menu. The food came at a good pace, and was creative and well done. Their wine list had some nice vintages if you know... More

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WernaMaurer, General Manager at Chef's Table at Kensington Riverside Inn, responded to this review
25 April 2013

Good afternoon Mr. Wayne, I would like to thank you for your regular patronage of the Kensington Riverside Inn, and for your informative review of your recent dining experience at Chef's Table. I am so glad to hear you enjoyed the food and the atmosphere. Without your honest feedback we would not be able to coach our staff to improve... More

Calgary, Canada
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15 reviews 15 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2013

This was the first time at the Chef's Table and what a surprise. The food was excellent and the service was top notch. I will return for sure. Some of the best food I have had in Calgary.

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Calgary, Canada
Top Contributor
154 reviews 154 reviews
93 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
85 helpful votes 85 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 December 2012

I have been wanting to try this restaurant for years. We finally decided on a boys night we would splurge for a good meal. This is a beautiful restaurant in a fantastic location. I counted maybe 12 tables, and when we arrived a large christmas party was going on in the lobby area. They had set up a large table.... More

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Orangeville, Canada
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10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 November 2012

We were searching for a place to eat on a blustery October night in Calgary and drove by this place. A quick look at Trip Advisor and we called to see if they had room. The restaurant was quiet (two other tables) but it was very nicely laid out with few tables and a great view of the kitchen. Unfortunately... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2012

Food was amazing! Chef's take pride in their culinary creations! Such a neat experience watching them prepare and plate the meals in front of the guests.

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