Centini Restaurant & Lounge - Calgary

Very classy place, great wines, great starters (I loved the escargots) and main courses. Only complaint: the bacon in the pasta carbonara was falling to the bottom of the plate in a lot of butter, I was basically eating bland buttery pasta and trying to pick up the bacon pieces. It’s just a small detail didn’t ruin much my overall experience.

Came here for Christmas lunch with co-workers, service was excellent with full explanation of the menu and recommendations. Had linguine in white sauce with bacon, very good. Dessert did not match the name: croc en bouche were mini cream puffs with chocolate on top, not at all dissimilar, in look and taste, to those you may purchase in the frozen food section. Decor was beautiful. Found it a little pricey for lunch, 5 people, one shared dessert and one alcohol beverage came to just over $280. Parking was very convenient!

Perfectly lovely pre-theater dinner. We were graciously welcomed without a reservation for dinner before the theater. We sat in the lounge at a high table, which I loved because we got to see everything happening in the kitchen. The seafood pasta was simple, fresh, and delicious. The added bonus for me is the availability of gluten-free pasta.The service was quick, attentive, and friendly. He was very knowledgeable and very respectful of our rush to get to the theater on time.Will definitely go back and likely request a lounge table again!

I enjoyed everything. Yes this place is good. I ordered the scallops appetizer with what appeared to be crispy fried basil and I don't think I have had scallops that were cooked perfectly and seasoned perfectly like that before. That fried basil complemented those scallops very nicely. I had the beef main course, and that was a hit, although they can work a little bit on the doneness of the beef I ordered mine medium rare and it was closer to medium well, but that's okay it was very tender and perfectly seasoned anyways. Desert was good, too much chocolate though.. Pairing a rich ganache like tart with chocolate ice cream. Too much. It was an enjoyable meal overall.

Delish. When I want exceptional food, Centini's is my go to restaurant. Staff are very friendly, everything is house made and fresh. It is a restaurant that is upscale perfect for a celebration meal and their late night hours are nice when you are looking for just a nightcap and dessert. I've never been disappointed. Thank you Chef Fabio for creating one of the best tasting meals in the city inspired by old world delicacies!