With its proximity to the University of Calgary, CF Market Mall, public transport and major roads, it’s no wonder the University District (U/D) is one of Calgary’s fastest-growing neighbourhoods. On the main retail street, you can find a variety of great places to shop, workout and grab some delicious bites and meals. Here are some new places to eat in U/D.
Charcut
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Charcut’s second location from award-winning chefs Connie DeSousa and John Jackson opened inside the U/D Alt Hotel last April. The interior features an open kitchen and full production hanging butchery. The menu includes lunch, dinner, drinks and desserts. Try some small plates like the flaming Portuguese chouriço sausage, a traditional dish from DeSousa’s homeland, or a larger plate like the bistecca bone-in Alberta beef ribeye.
4150 University Ave. N.W., 403-804-0374 (text only), charcut.com
Native Tongues Taqueria
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With locations in Victoria Park and Britannia already, the third Native Tongues location opened in November. The walk-in only restaurant (no reservations) features happy hour deals running Monday to Friday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday to Thursday from 9 p.m. to close. Try dishes like the papas al pastor, which are baked potatoes with pork belly adobado and a variety of toppings, or one of the many tacos filled with everything from braised beef to grilled pork belly.
4014 University Ave. N.W., 587-349-7883, nativetongues.ca
Phở Phạm Vietnamese
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Owners Coi and Lan, who also own Phở Hoan Pasteur, opened Phở Phạm’s second Calgary location in U/D in September. The restaurant’s decor is inspired by their Vietnamese roots with lots of greenery and natural materials. Try the house special beef noodle pho with steak, brisket, tendon, tripe and meatballs.
3908 University Ave. N.W., 587-349-6656, phopham.ca
Seed N Salt
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Fuel up on whole and healthy foods at Seed N Salt, which opened its third location in the U/D in November. The menu includes breakfast, toasts, salads, bowls, snacks, smoothie bowls, seasonal items and more. For a hearty breakfast, try dishes like the Mediterranean bowl or the bacon and egg breakfast sandwich.
4022 University Ave. N.W., 825-513-4919, seednsalt.com
UNA Pizza + Wine
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With four Calgary locations to its name already, this popular pizza and wine spot opened its latest dining spot in U/D in November. Pair a margherita deluxe pizza with a glass of red or white wine on your next visit.
4034 University Ave. N.W., 403-453-1183, unapizzeria.com