Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
Exterior - Mercato - West, Calgary, AB

Mercato - West

4.6 (818)
CAN$30 and under
Italian
5000 - 873 85th St SW, Calgary, AB T3H 0J5

Make a reservation

A photo of Mercato - West restaurant

Mercato - West

4.6
CAN$30 and under
Italian
Calgary

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
Located in West Springs, Mercato brings rustic Italian culture to Calgary. Guests can come in for lunch or dinner and wine for a romantic evening or just to enjoy time with the family. Dishes are served family style, and centered around the celebration of the Italian table and culture simultaneously.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Mercato West offers a wide range of prepared foods for catering. Please see the attached menu for options and pricing.
  • Private party facilities
    Mercato West is available for private and semi private functions. As well, we have an exclusive private room located in the middle of the restaurant for up to 18 guests.

Concierge
AI Beta

Our AI assistant, Concierge, is here to answer your questions about this restaurant.

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Mercato - West.

4.6

4.6
(818)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mercato - West enchants with "fantastic food," from carbonara to ribeye steak, and "amazing cocktails." Guests praise its "exceptional service," making it ideal for special occasions. While some find it "expensive," the overall experience is "outstanding," drawing patrons back for its "authentic Italian" ambiance and delightful desserts, including "outstanding Millefoglie."
818 Reviews
  1. SHEILA Gold

    Calgary10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing food and outstanding service! Highly recommend trying the varied menu!

    Is this helpful?

  2. Christine

    Baja California Sur16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food! Arancini and carbonara were outstanding! Highly recommend for authentic Italian!

    Is this helpful?

  3. paul

    Calgary4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 21, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is high quality food with very good service highly recommend

    Is this helpful?

  4. Jennifer

    Vancouver3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 18, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely greeting at reception Service was friendly and professional food was exceptional

    Is this helpful?

  5. Todd Gold

    Phoenix2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 14, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favourite places to call home in calgary for our special occasions.

    Is this helpful?

  6. Wellson Gold

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 11, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The carbonara is a bit salty. The rib eye steak is good but there was a tendon inside so it's a bit harder to chew.

    Is this helpful?

  7. Claire Gold

    San Francisco6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a good experience always great service always great food!

    Is this helpful?

  8. perry

    Calgary1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our entire experience was outstanding. Impeccable, friendly, and professional service. The food was excellent, the carbonara was prepared the way it should be. Our family has been dining here for many years, and it never disappoints.

    Is this helpful?

  9. Paula

    Calgary1 review

    4.0

    Dined on September 13, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good. Family platters really don’t feed 4, more like 3 tops, so for that reason I found prices too high. Portions way to small, so value not there.

    Is this helpful?

  10. branka Gold

    Calgary53 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 10, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jason the server was amazing!The food was so tasty!Everyone were so friendly and kind.We love the restaurant,it has souls!

    Is this helpful?

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Mercato West offers a wide range of prepared foods for catering. Please see the attached menu for options and pricing.
  • Private party facilities
    Mercato West is available for private and semi private functions. As well, we have an exclusive private room located in the middle of the restaurant for up to 18 guests.

FAQs

Yes, Mercato - West is well suited to a special evening, with the owner description noting it’s a spot for "wine for a romantic evening" and multiple guests celebrating anniversaries and praising the wine pairings.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished clothing rather than formalwear, whether you’re out for a romantic evening or a family dinner.

Mercato - West feels spacious and open with family‑style service, and it can be lively and somewhat noisy, a welcoming spot for celebrations and shared meals.

For a quieter visit, try an early Sunday evening, one reviewer said they were among the first guests and it “wasn't busy.” If you want the celebratory, lively vibe with lots of activity, weekend dinner seatings (Friday–Saturday) are the busier, more festive times.

Yes, Mercato West is family‑friendly: the owner description invites guests to “enjoy time with the family, ” and several reviewers report using the space for family celebrations, including a grandchild’s birthday and a baptism in the private room; if you need a high chair, one guest said they were asked to bring their own, so it’s wise to call ahead.

How FAQ content is generated

  1. Home
  2. Canada
  3. Calgary / Southern Alberta
  4. Calgary
  5. Calgary

Make a reservation

A photo of Mercato - West restaurant

Mercato - West

4.6
CAN$30 and under
Italian
Calgary

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Discover
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Businesses
  • Restaurant Management Solutions
  • Restaurant Reservation Software
  • Restaurant Marketing Software
  • Restaurant Event Software
  • OpenTable For Restaurants
  • OpenTable For Restaurant Groups
  • OpenTable Pricing & Plans
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Accessibility Statement
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2026 OpenTable, Inc. 425 Market St Ste 1200, San Francisco CA 94105 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo