Meatball con Pane
$16Meatballs made fresh to order with organic tomato, Alberta colossal garlic, fresh herbs and olive oil. Served on fresh Italian bread. (GF)



Authentic Italian restaurant in Calgary's Kensington serving classic dishes, fresh ingredients, pizza, pasta, and daily chef-created specials.
italian · pasta · pizza · wine bar
Meatballs made fresh to order with organic tomato, Alberta colossal garlic, fresh herbs and olive oil. Served on fresh Italian bread. (GF)
Mussels with garlic and a choice of white wine or tomato sauce. (GF)
Tender pan-seared calamari with spicy tomato sauce and capers. (GF)
Fresh, tender calamari, hand-floured and crisped. Served with marinara sauce.
Jumbo prawns with white wine and garlic butter sauce.
Seasoned AAA Alberta tenderloin with capers, organic egg and toasted crostini. (GFO)
Organic tomato, Alberta colossal garlic, fresh herbs and olive oil.
Stuffed rice, golden crisped, served with gorgonzola sauce.
Chef Michele de Cesare took over management of the Kensington restaurant formerly known as Osteria De Medici and helped shape it into Osteria Chef's Table. He focuses on authentic Italian cooking, classic dishes, daily chef-created specials, and fresh ingredients sourced through city markets, local growers, and farmers.
— Michele de Cesare, Owner and Executive Chef
Michele de Cesare
Owner and Executive Chef




Phil H
4 months ago
My wife and I were at Osteria on Friday. I was very impressed with the food and decor. What impressed me was how I felt stepping into the restaurant. It really felt like we were in Italy. Our server Daniele made us feel like family.
Alissa Golob
a month ago
I held my husband's 50th birthday at Osteria Chef's Table and cannot say enough good things about it. The manager was incredibly helpful and communicative when I asked questions about decorating, program, menu etc. They have a private room for events which was the perfect size, which includes a screen for slideshows and videos.
Vanessa Ortiz
6 months ago
Went to Osteria for an anniversary dinner and to say this was the best dinning experience I have ever had is an understatement. You're greeted with a warm smile at the door as soon as you step in. The ambiance is perfect and super friendly staff. The food here is incredible, we had the chef’s special burrata appetizer, carbonara and filet steak entree and tiramisu for dessert.
Cami Liu
4 months ago
The Arancini sauce really stood out! We asked for it on the side just in case, but I ended up dipping every bite in it. I’d say it’s the soul of this dish! The Beef Tartare was pretty good and fresh. Our server Daniel was awesome! His wine recommendations were spot on and made the whole experience even better.
Kirstin W
Jan 31, 2025
A delightful experience today celebrating a birthday. Our party of two had a vegetarian chefs table with wine pairing. Our server was enthusiastic and well informed on regional grapes and the detail to the fresh ingredients. He was thoughtful and friendly. Our meal was full of flavours, from the gnocchi, cauliflower, chocolate dessert everything was fresh and delicious.
Lori Or
May 16, 2026
We booked a table for 6 to celebrate my mother’s 75th birthday, and from the moment we walked in, the experience was incredible. Our server, Daniel, was absolutely fantastic and more than happy to guide us through the menu and help create an amazing meal for the table. We started with the mussels, scampi, and calamari fritti — all were outstanding.
Travelafar
June 3, 2025
Have been before and will return again. Probably our favorite Italian restaurant in Calgary (and we’ve been to all the nice ones - Teatro, Mercato, etc.). Superb food in a beautiful cozy atmosphere. Very old school - waiters with authentic Italian accents, classic art and pictures of Italy on the walls Quiet but not awkwardly so.
Craig Or
June 6, 2026
This is the taste and the experience of Italy in Calgary.
Phil H
4 months ago
My wife and I were at Osteria on Friday. I was very impressed with the food and decor. What impressed me was how I felt stepping into the restaurant. It really felt like we were in Italy. Our server Daniele made us feel like family.
Alissa Golob
a month ago
I held my husband's 50th birthday at Osteria Chef's Table and cannot say enough good things about it. The manager was incredibly helpful and communicative when I asked questions about decorating, program, menu etc. They have a private room for events which was the perfect size, which includes a screen for slideshows and videos.
Vanessa Ortiz
6 months ago
Went to Osteria for an anniversary dinner and to say this was the best dinning experience I have ever had is an understatement. You're greeted with a warm smile at the door as soon as you step in. The ambiance is perfect and super friendly staff. The food here is incredible, we had the chef’s special burrata appetizer, carbonara and filet steak entree and tiramisu for dessert.
Cami Liu
4 months ago
The Arancini sauce really stood out! We asked for it on the side just in case, but I ended up dipping every bite in it. I’d say it’s the soul of this dish! The Beef Tartare was pretty good and fresh. Our server Daniel was awesome! His wine recommendations were spot on and made the whole experience even better.
Kirstin W
Jan 31, 2025
A delightful experience today celebrating a birthday. Our party of two had a vegetarian chefs table with wine pairing. Our server was enthusiastic and well informed on regional grapes and the detail to the fresh ingredients. He was thoughtful and friendly. Our meal was full of flavours, from the gnocchi, cauliflower, chocolate dessert everything was fresh and delicious.
Lori Or
May 16, 2026
We booked a table for 6 to celebrate my mother’s 75th birthday, and from the moment we walked in, the experience was incredible. Our server, Daniel, was absolutely fantastic and more than happy to guide us through the menu and help create an amazing meal for the table. We started with the mussels, scampi, and calamari fritti — all were outstanding.
Travelafar
June 3, 2025
Have been before and will return again. Probably our favorite Italian restaurant in Calgary (and we’ve been to all the nice ones - Teatro, Mercato, etc.). Superb food in a beautiful cozy atmosphere. Very old school - waiters with authentic Italian accents, classic art and pictures of Italy on the walls Quiet but not awkwardly so.
Craig Or
June 6, 2026
This is the taste and the experience of Italy in Calgary.