Crescent Heights Neighbourhood Guide

Crescent Heights is best known for its scenic vistas of the Calgary skyline. The community boasts a blend of stunning homes, shady parks, and a growing culinary scene. Whether you're strolling along the Crescent Road ridge or exploring local cafes, Crescent Heights offers visitors a perfect mix of inner-city energy and natural beauty.

Here are the best places to eat, and things to do in the neighbourhood.

Many Calgarians overlook Crescent Heights when looking for a night out, but this community has a culinary ecosystem that truly reflects the diversity of the city. From fresh shawarma platters to Chinese BBQ favourites, bubble tea to local craft beers, and upscale Italian to Korean street foods, it’s all in Crescent Heights.

Where to Have Dinner

• AGNI - Contemporary Indian cuisine with a focus on bold, aromatic spices.

• Bar Gigi - A small but mighty restaurant, Bar Gigi serves up great craft cocktails and a menu of gourmet Italian inspired plates in the home of the old ‘Halibut Hut.’

• The Captain's Boil - Dive into seafood boils with bold flavours and customizable spice levels.

• Deepak's Dhaba Indian Food & Market - This restaurant offers foodies traditional Indian curries including delicious vegetarian and vegan options.

• Rau Bistro Vietnamese Street Food - Savour the flavours of Vietnamese dishes like pho and banh mi.

• Santorini Greek Taverna - Find classic Greek dishes like souvlaki and moussaka at this neighbourhood landmark.

• Sorella Trattoria - Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine with fresh, homemade pasta in a cozy atmosphere.

Lunch, and Bites To-Go

• Aleppo Shawarma and Donair - A classic Middle Eastern shawarma and donair shop featuring wraps and platters packed with flavour and fresh ingredients.

• BBQ Express - Tiem Heo Quay Tran Minh - One of the best places for Chinese BBQ in the entire city. Be sure to bring cash.

• Deng’s Dumpling - Handmade dumplings in a variety of styles for takeout, Deng’s is one of the best Chinese dumpling shops in town.

• K Street Food - Enjoy a variety of Korean street food, from spicy rice cakes to savoury and sweet Korean hot dogs.

• K Town Fried Chicken - Crispy Korean-style fried chicken with a broad selection of delicious sauces and sides.

• House Of Kabob - Authentic Persian and Middle Eastern kabobs grilled to perfection and served with fragrant rice.

• Pho Nga - Warm up with a comforting bowl of pho and other Vietnamese favourites.

• Peters' Drive-In - Classic drive-in fare with legendary burgers, fries, and milkshakes.

• Po-ke - Experience the taste of Hawaii with fresh, customizable poke bowls made with high-quality ingredients.

• Soc Trang Viet Sub - Grab a tasty Vietnamese sub (banh mi) packed with fresh ingredients.

• Sun's BBQ Restaurant - Chinese BBQ dishes, including roast duck and crispy pork.

• Tokyo Street Market - Japanese street food favourites, from sushi to ramen, in a vibrant market setting.

Cafes

• Koi Fresh Fruits & Tea (Centre St) - This spot offers a wide range of real fruit teas and unique bubble tea concoctions made with fresh ingredients.

• Sought and Found Coffee Roasters - A coffee lover's dream, this shop perfectly roasts their own coffee beans and brews each cup to perfection in a warm, plant-filled space.

• Sucre Patisserie & Cafe (Centre Street) - Delight in top notch pastries and desserts complemented by premium coffee and tea selections.

• Tsujiri Japanese Tea House - Discover the rich flavours of traditional matcha and Japanese tea-inspired treats and beverages at this charming tea house.

• YiFang Taiwan Fruit Tea - Taste the essence of Taiwan with fruit teas crafted from natural, high-quality ingredients.

Desserts

• Milk Ice Cream Club - Treat yourself to artisanal ice cream in creative flavours and combinations.

• Salt 'n Sugar - This Filipino owned diner style restaurant is known for its deep-fried foods, milkshakes, and deserts.

• Willow Cake & Bake - This local bakery is a must-try for cakes and pastries, perfect for large celebrations or your next sweet craving.

• Yamato Bakery - Enjoy a selection of Japanese-style baked goods, from fluffy buns to delicate pastries.

Breweries and Pubs

• Courtyard Pub - Relax with friends over pub favourites and a wide selection of beers in this classic pub atmosphere.

• Two Pillars Brewery - Sip on award-winning craft beers at Calgary’s smallest brewery, which is constantly offering unique flavours and seasonal specials.

In many ways the Tigerstedt Block, built in 1932, is the heart of Crescent Heights and houses two of the best shops to check out when in the neighbourhood – Tigerstedt and Friends and Urban Thrift.

• Bare Activewear - Find quality activewear designed for comfort and performance.

• Besties Floral Shop - Fresh flowers and custom arrangements for any occasion.

• Don's Costume Shop & Make Up Shop - Costumes and makeup for parties, events, and theatrical productions.

• Gord's Running Store - Running shoes, gear, and expert advice for all levels.

• Huey Lam Suits - Tailored suits and formalwear with professional fittings.

• Tigerstedt & Friends Gift Shop - Unique gifts and handmade items from local artisans.

• Urban Thrift Consignment Boutique - Gently used clothing and accessories at great prices.

Given its perch above the river valley, Crescent Heights is home to two of the best parks in the city to watch the sun set.

• Rotary Park - Sitting atop the northern bank of the Bow River, Rotary Park features a playground, children's spray pool, dog area, tennis and lawn bowling clubs, and unforgettable views of downtown Calgary.

• Crescent Heights Park - Located on the west side of the neighbourhood, Crescent Heights Park offers beautiful green spaces, walking paths, outdoor skating rinks, and stunning views of downtown Calgary and the Bow River.

Although there are no hotels right in Crescent Heights, there are some great options just across the river in the north section of downtown.

• Coast Calgary Downtown Hotel & Suites by APA

• Delta Hotels Calgary Downtown

• Fairmont Palliser

• Hyatt Regency Calgary

• Le Germain Hotel Calgary

• Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire

• The Westin Calgary