The Living Room Restaurant

514 17 Ave SW, Calgary
(403) 228-9830

Recent Reviews

Been going here for over ten years. Food is always good, best cocktails in the city. Always tipsy after. William is my favourite server, always a gem. Bruschetta and fondue have my heart. Ambiance is 10/10.

The food was absolutely amazing. The best ravioli I've ever had for sure. The staff were friendly and the food was ready very quickly. The biggest downside was the noise. Inside the restaurant it was quieter, but in the atrium we couldn't hear each other over the voices and music. It made the dinner a little stressful, but the food was worth it.

Asked for a heated atrium space for my reservation, but we got an indoor seating instead. Took us 30+ minutes to order our food and another half an hour to get our food. which is not even that great. We ordered their spaghetti, mussels, and oysters hoping to get really good seafood meals however they all smelled and tasted very fishy and viscid. Our waitress was kind enough to have one of our meals returned and have it replaced with a different dish. Would go back just to try their cheese fondue and fungi lasagna but besides that, I do not recommend this place.

AndreaM

The service and the atmosphere was excellent. The drinks were wonderful. However, the food was mediocre. The portion size is very small. Also, the focaccia bread was literally just two pieces of burnt toast. I would return for the drinks and the atmosphere, but I would probably eat somewhere else. 

The whole experience was uncomfortable. There was a large, loud group at the bar (seemed like staff off-shift based on their interactions), the manager seemed inebriated, and our server seemed genuinely annoyed that she had to interact with us. The food was good, so we will likely return eventually with significantly lower expectations.

DerrickK

Varied menu with very tasty dishes that each of us enjoyed very much. Sitting in the atrium was great for views but at times loud due to traffic. Server was attentive and gracious. Definitely recommend this venue.

brandon lau

Had Amazing dinner, picture perfect tasting steak and wine!, service was top notch and classy. Thank you Dillon, the manager for accommodating our last minute walk in, and our server who was spot on the entire dinner!.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tatz

I really don't understand the great reviews for this restaurant. Didn't love the presentation of the beef tartare and did not at all enjoy the greasy chips it was served with. The mussels we ordered were "off" and when we mentioned this to the server he agreed that he thought they smelled a little "fishy" when he originally brought them to our table. (The fries didn't save the dish either - they were mushy and bland.) Our server took the mussels away (we definitely appreciated how promptly and courteously he dealt with the issue) and we ordered the spinach ricotta ravioli instead which ended up being fine. The good things? My pear cocktail was awesome, the covered patio is quite nice, and no complaints about our server.

Rebecca Pinup

Lack lustre. I specifically chose the LR because I have dined here many times and for our anniversary and for the YYC Food Experience. The service was perfect. The braised short rib was dry. The bread pudding was dry (desperately needed caramel drizzle). The absolute best thing was the vodka martini. I will recommend this place, but I'm only going back for Shafts lol

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 5

BrandonL

Visited after a work meeting with colleagues and was treated to a great meal. Good service with an attentive server and the place was busy but the manager Dylan (I think that's his name) checked on us twice. Very refreshing experience.

Chloe

I enjoyed weekend brunch at this place. The drip coffee, appetizers, mains, and desserts were all delicious, and the plating was excellent. The venue is spacious, and the interior is stylish. Free parking is also available at the back of the restaurant. The service was fast and friendly. It's a place where I'd like to come back to try other menus or dinners. I recommend it to anyone who hasn't been there yet.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

ChrisP

Overall great ambiance for a cold winter's day. We had Josh as a server and he was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu and helping us with selecting a family style dinner for four of us. Food was very good although the pork chop was a little on the rare side - I suggest you tell them how to cook. I do recommend the family room to everyone looking for a great experience out.

江宜靜

The food is really salty.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 4

Food was good but not amazing, we got the fondue for two and bruschetta to start. Bruschetta was good but the cheese over powered a bit of the other flavours. The fondue was good, the seasonal veggies were good but a bit salty on the peppers and the pork belly was really good though, the cheese its self was good, but was not fond of the truffle oil mixed in. Still filling and the waitress was really nice.

Dawn Cliff

Great service, food and ambiance! Had a great night!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cheese Fondue, lr Beef Tartare, Fresh Oysters, Chocolate Fondue

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