Gamberi Fritti
$19Gluten-free battered shrimp, fried and tossed in a sweet chili sauce



Calgary Italian cultural centre serving authentic Italian dining at La Cantina alongside weddings, events, bocce, and community programs since 1952.
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Gluten-free battered shrimp, fried and tossed in a sweet chili sauce
Fresh mussels and clams sautéed in a tomato broth
Floured, seasoned and fried calamari served with a side of arrabiata sauce
Six tiger shrimp sautéed in white wine, garlic and butter
Four homemade breaded eggplant and parmigiano spheres served with tomato sauce
Four homemade beef and pork meatballs topped with tomato sauce
Four breaded risotto croquettes stuffed with peas and mozzarella served with arrabiata sauce
Grilled crostini with tomatoes, garlic, basil and olive oil
Live music, weekly specials, and seasonal nights
Men’s and women’s bocce teams participate in leagues hosted at the Centre.
An eight-week mixed bocce league hosted at the Centre.




Stephanie
2 years ago
We attended a beautiful event at the Calgary Italian Cultural Centre recently. The food was delicious and very generous in portions. You will not leave hungry!
Angela E.
March 2023
Great food and service! The bocce lanes in the cantina are a great family activity, too. We always enjoy our time at the Italian club.
Jody A
Aug 21, 2023
A fantastic dinner to celebrate a family birthday! Many items from the menu were ordered this evening (I cannot even attempt to remember them all) which brought my wife and I back to Italy from our travels! The food tasted authentic, the place has a good atmosphere for a small restaurant, and the service was good. All of us (6 adults 2 kids) left happy with our meals.
Josh K
Aug 13, 2025
If you're looking for real Italian pasta this is the place to go. The food was absolutely perfect and super delicious. The prices are fair and you get a lot of calamari as the appetizer so make sure to share! The service was fantastic and the server was very attentive and accommodating.
Dennis B
Jul 31, 2025
I recently visited La Cantina in Calgary, drawn in by the buzz of locals praising its vibrant menu and cozy atmosphere… From the moment I stepped in, the ambiance promised an experience that goes beyond the plate… I started my meal with a lineup of appetizers that were nothing short of scrumptious… But I stayed focused and ordered my all-time favorite: the Chicken Parmesan… The Chicken Parmesan was cooked to perfection, the chicken itself was juicy and tender, while the blend of cheese and sauce struck an ideal balance, creating a dish that was rich without being overpowering.
Supernaut
Jul 11, 2023
We enjoyed a take out order from La Cantina recently. It is a small restaurant located in the Calgary Italian Cultural Centre and it features an extremely clean and modern decor. The food was superlative and all 4 of us were well fed and we enjoyed leftovers too! If you’re looking for quality and authenticity for Italian cuisine and are not concerned about lavish decor you definitely must put La Cantina at,the top of your next Italian dining! La Bella vie (spelling?).
Tristan C.
Recently
What a great place to host events, we loved having the TriXtan Entertainment Family Feud Game Show at this venue. The staff were friendly and a lot of fun, not to mention the food was amazing!!
JJ R.
April 2023
Absolutely fantastic food, environment and Peroni Beer. I can't wait to go back next time we are in Calgary.
Stephanie
2 years ago
We attended a beautiful event at the Calgary Italian Cultural Centre recently. The food was delicious and very generous in portions. You will not leave hungry!
Angela E.
March 2023
Great food and service! The bocce lanes in the cantina are a great family activity, too. We always enjoy our time at the Italian club.
Jody A
Aug 21, 2023
A fantastic dinner to celebrate a family birthday! Many items from the menu were ordered this evening (I cannot even attempt to remember them all) which brought my wife and I back to Italy from our travels! The food tasted authentic, the place has a good atmosphere for a small restaurant, and the service was good. All of us (6 adults 2 kids) left happy with our meals.
Josh K
Aug 13, 2025
If you're looking for real Italian pasta this is the place to go. The food was absolutely perfect and super delicious. The prices are fair and you get a lot of calamari as the appetizer so make sure to share! The service was fantastic and the server was very attentive and accommodating.
Dennis B
Jul 31, 2025
I recently visited La Cantina in Calgary, drawn in by the buzz of locals praising its vibrant menu and cozy atmosphere… From the moment I stepped in, the ambiance promised an experience that goes beyond the plate… I started my meal with a lineup of appetizers that were nothing short of scrumptious… But I stayed focused and ordered my all-time favorite: the Chicken Parmesan… The Chicken Parmesan was cooked to perfection, the chicken itself was juicy and tender, while the blend of cheese and sauce struck an ideal balance, creating a dish that was rich without being overpowering.
Supernaut
Jul 11, 2023
We enjoyed a take out order from La Cantina recently. It is a small restaurant located in the Calgary Italian Cultural Centre and it features an extremely clean and modern decor. The food was superlative and all 4 of us were well fed and we enjoyed leftovers too! If you’re looking for quality and authenticity for Italian cuisine and are not concerned about lavish decor you definitely must put La Cantina at,the top of your next Italian dining! La Bella vie (spelling?).
Tristan C.
Recently
What a great place to host events, we loved having the TriXtan Entertainment Family Feud Game Show at this venue. The staff were friendly and a lot of fun, not to mention the food was amazing!!
JJ R.
April 2023
Absolutely fantastic food, environment and Peroni Beer. I can't wait to go back next time we are in Calgary.