From its amazing selection of restaurants to its abundance of parks and pathways, the Southwest is full of quintessential Calgary experiences. It is the perfect place to bring visiting friends and family or discover your new favourite local spot.

Restaurants in SW Calgary

Known for a diverse restaurant scene that features everything from upscale fine dining and cocktail bars in the Beltline, to the breweries and distilleries of Currie, and the fun local eateries of Mission, the SW is Calgary’s place to eat!

Bakeries and Breakfast

• Black Sheep Pâtisserie 
• Brekkie 
• Glamorgan Bakery 
• La Boulangerie Bakery Cafe 
• Lakeview Bakery 
• Maven 
• Pfanntastic Pannenkoek Haus 
• Primal Grounds Cafe and Soup Company 
• Primary Colours 
• WOW Bakery & Cafe 
• Yann Haute Patisserie 

Coffee Shops & Cafes

• Analog Coffee 
• Aroma Cafe Bar 
• Cafe du Parc 
• Le Comptoir, by François 
• Monogram Coffee 
• Neighbour Coffee 
• Our Daily Brett Market & Cafe 
• Phil & Sebastian 
• Purple Perk  
• Rosso Coffee Roasters 
• Sierra Cafe Inc. 

Breweries, Distilleries, and Bars

• Best of Kin Brewing
• Bitter Sisters Brewing Co. 
• Comery Block 
• Last Best Brewing & Distilling 
• Marda Loop Brewing
• National (Various locations) 
• Proof 
• SHELTER 
• South Block 
• Tailgunner Brewing
• Trolley5 Brewpub
• Two House Brewing Company
• Wild Rose Brewery 
• Veranda at The Stables 

Lunch, Dinner, & Everything in Between

• Añejo Restaurant 
• Buffo
• Donna Mac 
• Double Zero Pizza 
• Empire Provisions 
• First Street Market: Food Hall & Bar
• Gaucho Brazilian Barbecue
• Holy Grill 
• JINYA Ramen Bar 
• Jubilations Dinner Theatre 
• The Living Room Restaurant 
• Mercato 
• Modern Steak Southport
• Native Tongues Taqueria 
• OMO Teppan: Japanese Steak House 
• Shokunin 
• Surfy Surfy Bar 
• Trullo Trattoria
• UNA pizza + wine (Two locations) 

Hotels in SW Calgary 

With much of downtown and Calgary’s Beltline located in the SW there is no shortage of places to stay a night. Experience the best that Calgary has to offer with iconic brands like Fairmont and Marriott to local boutiques like Hotel Arts. 

• Fairmont Palliser 
• Le Germain Hotel Calgary 
• Hotel Arts 
• Courtyard by Marriott Calgary Downtown 
• The Westley Calgary Downtown 
• The Westin Calgary 
• Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire 
• The Dorian, Autograph Collection 
• Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Calgary Downtown 
• Residence Inn by Marriott Calgary Downtown/Beltline District 
• Grey Eagle Resort and Casino 
• The Inn on Officers Garden 

Shopping in SW Calgary 

Shopping in SW Calgary can be a full day experience. Find the biggest brands at CF Chinook Centre, shop in style at the CORE, or explore local shops in Marda Loop. 

• Aspen Landing Shopping Centre 
• Britannia Plaza
• CF Chinook Centre 
• CORE Shopping Centre  
• Signal Hill Centre 
• Marda Loop BIA 

Parks, Pathways, & Greenspaces in SW Calgary 

The SW is home to some of Calgary’s most famous natural retreats including Edworthy, Prince's Island, and Fish Creek parks. Connected by an extensive network of paved pathways, Calgary’s parks are easily accessible and always close to great restaurants and coffee shops. 

• Edworthy Park, Douglas Fir Trail, Lawrey Gardens 
• Fish Creek Provincial Park 
• Glenmore Athletic Park 
• Griffith Woods Park 
• North Glenmore Park 
• Optimist Athletic Park 
• Pumphouse Park 
• Sandy Beach Park 

Attractions in SW Calgary

Stunning art displays, history museums, and world-class horseback jumping are all on offer in SW Calgary. 

• BUMP Mural Map 
• Contemporary Calgary 
• Heritage Park Historical Village 
• The Military Museums 
• Spruce Meadows 
• Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre 
• Calgary Canoe Club 
• The Calgary Tower 
• Lougheed House