Mercato - Calgary, Alberta

We were there on business, everything was so awesome it quickly turned into a fantastic social night out. Our server Fabio was the highlight of the evening. He was an absolute professional. The food was fantastic, and the pairing couldn't have been better with the help of our server. We ... will certainly be back! Read more

My colleagues and I had dinner at Mercato Mission for the first time and found the restaurant setting interesting with a warm ambiance. We ordered several appetizers, and for the main, we had two 25 oz ribeye steaks, which were grilled to our expectations and very tastey. The service ... was great as well. Read more

I had very high expectations about this restaurant but was kinda disappointed. I had seafood pasta, and clams tasted like they were not fresh, the waitress said that it might be just the saffron flavor so maybe it’s just me. Desserts were mid, chocolate cake was dry and had nothing special ... about it just like the ice cream. One thing I really loved was tomato and mozzarella appetizer, great combination, very flavorful. After all I would come back to try something else, I’m sure they have something worth trying. Read more

We had dinner with friends last Friday, and it was my first visit, so I was a bit excited about trying the food. However, the steamed mussels we ordered for an appetizer were totally undercooked. I should have known better when I took the first bite, and I thought it ... might just be their recipe, as did my partner. But as I tried the sauce, I tasted an overpowering fishiness that almost made me vomit. Half of the mussels were undercooked, and the rest were almost raw inside. We called the server over to explain what was happening, and later the manager came to our table, offering to waive the charge for the mussels. The manager claimed they receive fresh mussels every day, but considering we're in the middle of the land, it's hard to believe they're fresh enough to be eaten raw. It completely ruined my appetite, and I don't know how I managed to finish the rest of the meal. As soon as I came home, I felt sick and threw up. Fortunately, we didn't get seriously sick, but it was pretty disappointing. I think the restaurant is a bit overrated. The server and manager were helpful and friendly, though. But the food was pretty subpar, considering the price of the meal. As you might have noticed from my history of reviews, I've never given low ratings to any business, understanding the significant impact they can have. If I'm not satisfied, I usually choose not to leave a review at all. However, this experience was quite unpleasant, and I feel the need to share it. Read more

It's almost been 18yrs the last time I've been here. Memories of having the best Bistecca (steak)! Today we came in with the family for my wife's Bday and omg, everything tasted exactly like it was 18yrs ago!! The delicious steak, the mussels, gnocchi, and smashed potatoes.. just amazing! The ... best experience I can ask for! Super friendly service and warm atmosphere! Hopefully will return to try other wonderful dishes.. Read more