Carino Riserva - Calgary

We ate here tonight and it was absolutely perfect. The food was so tasteful and servings were enough for our teenage son, who did not often happen in nice restaurants.

I was pleasantly surprised by the unique concept at Carino, where Japanese and Italian cuisine are combined. They started in a small, old space previously occupied by an Italian restaurant and flourished. After moving to a larger location nearby, they faced challenges due to Covid, but managed to survive. I finally had the opportunity to visit and was impressed by their growth. The staff was welcoming and friendly, and although the menu is now only available online, daily specials were written on a board. The chef, originally from Nepal, also offered Momos, which were delicious. Our group tried a variety of seafood, risotto, pasta, and chicken dishes for our main course, all of which were flavorful. We opted for individual glasses of wine instead of a bottle, and were pleased with the selection. For dessert, we enjoyed Nutella cheesecake and chocolate mousse parfait. Overall, we had a fantastic meal and enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere. We look forward to returning soon.

Delicious! Innovative. Incredible hospitality. Amazing smells. One of the best in Calgary. Looking forward to coming back.

This restaurant is exceptional in both its food and service! The tuna tartar is the best I've ever had and is a must-try. The staff is very knowledgeable and I look forward to returning to try more items from their amazing menu!

Ordered delivery, bread was inedible, chicken karaage was a no spice mystery meat Seafood pasta was great, sausage pasta just average Price was unsettling at over $110 for 2 pasta's in the end