Reserve your table online or call us at (403) 261-7670.
For parties larger than 8 guests, please phone the restaurant.
For larger groups visit our Events Page.
Make a Reservation
Restaurant full? During Patio Season, additional tables become available daily. Call us.
Chef's Tasting Menu
Join us for a unique culinary journey with our acclaimed Chef’s Tasting Menu. The multi-course experience is is always innovative and each plate exemplifies the bounty of local, seasonal ingredients. The cost is $105 per person plus GST.
Whole Table Participation Required
Winemaker's Dinner
Join us for an evening with Alberto Zenato of Zenato Winery, Tuesday October 15th. Enjoy Zenato’s wines, accompanied by a harvest-inspired five course menu created especially to accompany them.
Private Events
We love to celebrate. Whether it’s an interactive cocktail reception with passed canapés and Chef’s stations you’re looking for, or a seated dinner featuring a multi course tasting menu and wine pairings, or something in between, we are at your service.
Special Requests
We are happy to accommodate allergies and dietary restrictions; vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free modifications are available. Please let us know when you make your reservation if you have any special requests.
Getting to the Restaurant
There are three footbridges leading onto the island. The main access is the Jaipur Bridge from Eau Claire Market area at 3rd Street SW. There is also a bridge two city blocks distance at the east end of the island accessible from 6th Street SW, and the third is on the north side of the island crossing the Bow River and Memorial Drive at the Calgary Curling Club.
Parking
The River Café has no designated parking. The Eau Claire Market area offers public parking. Underground heated parking is available below Eau Claire Market. On the North side of the river off Memorial Drive, Near the Curling Club, there is a Calgary Parking Authority parking lot with free parking after 6 p.m.
Partner Restaurant & Events
Visit us at Deane House in Inglewood, and keep up with upcoming events by joining our Mailing List
Deane House
Seasonal Canadian cuisine in a beautifully restored historic home at the confluence of two rivers. Serving Lunch, Dinner and Weekend Brunch.
Long Table in the Garden
Our garden is the perfect setting for a very special night, framed by the historic Hunt House, in the company of friends. No matter the weather, it promises to be an unforgettable event.
Afternoon Tea & High Tea
Planning a bridal shower, baby shower, or engagement party? Deane House now offers Afternoon Tea on weekends, and High Tea Packages for groups of 5 or more.
