anew Table

Calgary is so fortunate to have such an exceptional restaurant as ANEW Table. It is consistently outstanding! Fine dining at its very best. Its location is convenient (right off Crowchild Trail at 33^rd) in Garrison Woods. And not only is the food delicious but it is also extremely reasonable… three full courses for $ 45!!! Service is also wonderful. Have never met the Chef/​Owner but I hope he reads this!!!

A New Table is a gem! The concept is a bit unusual and you can choose between the 3 or 5 course-​fixed-​price menu, with or without wine-​pairing, and it changes daily.
The chef is exceptional. All the meals are beautiful, flavorful, and I felt that a lot of creativity is put into them. Each of our dishes was absolutely perfect. The servings are not large by some Canadian standards but I believe it’s fine and very satisfying, in particular for fine food.
The service was excellent. Kristie was extremely nice and informative about the menu. It’s one of the best gastronomic restaurants in Calgary but yet still affordable. I highly recommend A New Table if you seek a delicious gourmet dinner.

If you love gourmet food and fine wine, but not getting mired in difficult foodie decisions, you need to try this place.
The creative, outlandishly flavourful food is as well presented as the service. Ask the GM, and one of Canada’s few Master Sommeliers, Alex Good, to set you up with a wine you’ll love (with none of the snobbery you’d expect from an expert). Now, just sit back and revel in flavour.
I also love that this restaurant uses so many local ingredients. Everything is fresh, since the menu changes. Even the bread is perfect.
This would be a prime place for a romantic date, but affordable enough to do as a treat to yourself at the end of a rough week.

This small highly polished gem sits quietly in Garrison Woods. A touch off the beaten path, but well worth the drive. The menu at ANEW is short, you need to decide three or five course with or without wine. Then sit back and be prepared for a delightful evening. The staff are very knowledgble and present both the food and wine in the a fun and engaging manner. The food is locally sourced, and highlights field to table and the wonderful preparations that a skilled chef can create. The atmosphere is casual and relaxed. Be prepared to be impressed.

Enjoyed a wonderful meal here and was pleased to be able to dine at a high-​quality set-​menu establishment in Calgary. In a nutshell:
1– The food was excellent. One (of the five) dishes was unpleasantly salty, and another could have used a bit of citrus to balance the dish, but otherwise it was spot on. Definitely a cut above most Calgary establishments.
2– They dealt with my allergies seamlessly (I did call ahead to discuss). This is a rarity in Calgary and will have me coming back. I cannot say enough about how comfortable this made me feel
3– The plating was absolutely beautiful.
4– I agree with others that the overall meal leaves you full, not stuffed. I left pleasantly full, but as a small-​ish woman, I wonder if others would feel the same. I wonder if Anew could adopt the practices of ‘the Reluctant Chef’ in St. John’s, Newfoundland, where they ask prior to serving the fifth course if anyone is still hungry… if you say yes, they insert additional courses prior to desert until all appetites are satiated. A brilliant way to address differing appetites while maintaining the set menu model.
5– the wine pairings were good, but pours were quite small… it looked like about 2 ounce pours. However, the presentation and explanation of the wines was lovely. It would be nice to see more generous pours for the pairing option.
Overall, a lovely dining experience!

It was my fiancées first meal in Calgary, so we decided to come to an up and coming restaurant. And it did not disappoint! An amazing dinning experience in Calgary! The five course tasting menu was beyond all of my expectations. All the food was from nearby farms and organic, and you could tell from the flavors! Each course was paired with an exceptional wine that really brought out the flavors of each course. Alex, our server, explained each wine and why it was picked. That really helped tie the meal together.
Since they base each course off of only one main ingredient, they change the menu everyday. I can’t wait to come back to try out what the cook up next!

Anew Table is chic example of affordable fine dining in a simple tasting menu format.
Each day is something new, hence the name as the chef reinvents the menu daily.
This is fun since you’re not going to see or experience the same played out flavors as some restaurants linger on certain profiles.
The textures and beauty of the plates are just exceptional. Smoked lake goldeneye in a foam broth with noisette, herb mayo and luxurious yolk literally sing from the plate. The chicken in the fourth course seared to golden perfection with a spread of zucchini sauce mixes with the crunch of fava beans and meatiness of shitake mushrooms and just leaves you wanting more.
The only problem with Anew Table is just that. You want more. The portions in the five course meal (a seeming steal at $ 65) are paltry at best. Once they iron out this kink, I think this place will move itself up as being a major game player.
If its appealing to an older generation that favors inventive chef techniques with flawless execution in a humble and cozy spot in Marda Loop, it is sure to please the smaller appetite. But as someone who enjoys leaving with a full belly, I have to admit disappointment.
That said, their wine pairings were bang on and it was a beautiful experience guided by a young but very knowledgeable and exciting chef.
By all means, please go and experience this wonderful restaurant. But do not starve yourself or prepare for a midnight snack.