Man those pizzas and pastas are so dann good and the features never disappoint cant wait to go back!
Staff very friendly and attentive. Food lived up to the reviews from appies to deserts. It was an Anniversary night and the staff and food made it special Thank you
SAd to see it closed, looking forward to the new location opening soon. . .please!!
Was walking by and noted that Wednesday is a 9oz glass for the price of a 6oz. Why not??
Called a couple of friends and we enjoyed a few appi’s and wine 🍷. I’m definitely going back to enjoy the most private and inviting patio on 17th.
Had the eggplant appi’s and a pizza. Great on both accounts.
They had a private party in the lower level but treated us as if we were the only guests. Can’t wait to go back
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We met friends here to try out the Big Taste menu. It was a first time visit for all four of us. Its a smaller room and was packed, making for a lively atmosphere. Our server was great; knowledgable, organized and personable, helping us navigate the extensive wine list. The five course meal was fantastic. The soup course was a take on Posole with charred Octopus, Avocado and Radish. Delicious. The second course was Bison Tongue on Saffron Risotto and English Peas. Excellent. Loved those peas. The pasta course was a Scallion Strascinati with a Suckling Pig Ragu and Red Cabbage, Smoked Apple and Manchego. This one totally grabbed our attention. We all wanted seconds but there was another course on the way. It was a Five Spice & Coffee Rubbed Duck Breast with a Cherry Cola Glaze, Asiago Pommes Purée, Cipolline, White Stilton and Roasted Pear. Another winner. The stilton added creamy and salty notes to the fragrant duck. Awesome. We finished up with a couple of perfect chocolate tarts. We were happy to meet and thank our chef at the end of the meal. Two and half hours with friends over great food made for a memorable Saturday evening, thanks to the attentions of team Cilantro. Cheers.
One of the best casual dining experiences for summer dining. Food quality is one of the top 3 in the city right now, if you had to do one "event dinner" per year, I'd allocate that to Cilantro.
Picked this place on a whim. Actually spotted it the week before, when getting a dessert waffle, and playing connect four. It was great! Had the mussels, lamb, both were fantastic. And, got to sit in the back tiki hut! Would go again. Didn't get any weird vibes / attitude. Everyone was fine.
The food was really good. Portion size was kind of small for the price. The wine list was awesome! Lots of organic wine to pick from. Our server was very knowledgable and helpful. They even have stuff for people who are picky eaters.
If you eat here try to get a table in the upstairs part. Nothing beats a romantic meal in the same room as a beautiful wood burning clay oven, as they make the food right in front of you. In winter it's toasty warm, and in the summer they open the large windows to make you feel like you are outside (without worrying about getting rained on).
The service is impeccable, the wine list is good and the flatbreads are some of the best in the city.
We will always recommend Cilantro to everyone!
Had lunch here today with a friend, the restaurant is warm, cozy and inviting. The mussels are a must for an appetizer, the sauce is layered with taste. I had the bison gnocchi, lots of shredded bison with excellent gnocchi. My friend had steak, ordered as medium rare, but came out as medium. Cheers to the waiter as they did the right thing. Usually not a big deal, but for a $40 steak, it should be right.
Wow. This place is fancy, cozy, romantic... The food was exactly what I would expect for the prices. I had the pasta with the chorizo, lobster and scallops in it. I can't remember the name but it had a lemon sauce. The server made us feel very comfortable and when we couldn't decide on a dish, he was able to recommend. He also offered us coffee after and we had a cappuccino which was equally good. I felt like I was on vacation in Banff that lunch hour. Maybe it was the interior style, the service and food reminded me of our experiences at the Banff springs hotel. 😋
I really liked the dimly lit atmosphere; it was really romantic. And the waiter was funny and very pleasant. The food was great as well. Prices were a little on the higher side. My biggest complaint though would have to be the bathrooms, both size and decor. Other than that, I would probably go again for a more special occasion
I missed out on YYC Burger Week this year, so when YYC Pizza Week came around, I wasn’t about to miss it too! For 10 days participating Restaurants listed on YYCPizzaWeek.com create a unique pizza for $20, with $3 from the sale of every pizza going towards Calgary Meals on Wheels. Lisa (Lemon Lime Lisa), Jenny (Her Modern Canvas) and I decided to try the Braised Bison Lengua Pizza from Cilantro. I hadn’t been to Cilantro before and had heard great things. Cilantro is located right between Bar C and Buttermilk Waffles. The restaurant has two levels and we were seated upstairs. The bottom level is a bit brighter; the second level was a bit dimmer and felt a lot cozier and romantic haha. We sat at the table right in front of the Pizza-making station and the brick pizza oven, which radiated a lot of heat. We ordered three dishes to share and they came out one at a time, giving us time to try each dish on its own.
We came to Cilantro for a ladies night. Our server was wonderful and took such great care of us. I've been here several times over the years and it is one of my favourite restaurants in Calgary. The food is always amazing and they keep the menu fresh, changing it frequently. The atmosphere is lovely. Great place for date night!
Fantastic restaurant. The food, ambiance, and customer service experience. This place has been in business for over 30 years and when you step in is obvious why.
Let's start with a very well thought out menu, from classics to some innovative dishes.
The drink list rivals that of a liquor store, which means you will find at least 2-3 things to pick from regardless of your taste.
Additionally the attention to the smallest details is what made the experience amazing. They have in house carbonated water, and probably the best cutlery in the city. Again, such a small detail but that makes dinner into something special.
Some places in Calgary are not worth the awards and are quite simple overrated. Make no mistake that cilantro is not one of them.
One small thing would be that parking is free but not advertised in the back. I would recomend putting a sign saying that parking is included and ample.
Service was very good. Waitress put our coats up to hang for us and was attentive throughout the meal. The elk gnocchi was the best dish we got, but the bison short ribs were also very good.
One of the most authentic restaurants with big flavors and great wine selection. Absolutely an amazing experience, service was great too. Best place in Calgary to take a date or treat yourself to a great lunch or dinner, thank for for the experience.
Great value on the wine. 9oz for price of 6oz on Wednesday. Had a fantastic appi of Eggplant. Perfect. I’ll be back for dinner soon. Service was well above par.
We sat on the patio, which had lovely decor and a nice ambiance. Our server was extremely friendly, polite, and checked in on us often. We ordered cocktails to start. I got the Aviation and my friend got the Peach Vodka Sour. They were good, but not outstanding. Pricey at $14 each for the size of the drink.
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