River Café
A Rocky Mountain-inspired restaurant in Prince's Island Park, ranked 42nd in Canada's 100 Best Restaurants for 2026.
River Café is located in Prince's Island Park in the middle of the Bow River, and is ranked 42nd in Canada's 100 Best Restaurants for 2026. The restaurant uses local ingredients to create seasonal Rocky Mountain flavors, with a menu that changes with the seasons, often featuring wild fish, duck breast, and bison. Bread and desserts are also made in-house. Weekend brunch is a more relaxed, entry-level option. Mains are about 31-50 CAD, and booking in advance via OpenTable is recommended. Cars cannot access the island directly; you will need to walk about ten minutes from downtown or the parking area, enjoying river views along the way.
Opening hours
Lunch Mon-Fri 11:00-16:00; Weekend Brunch 10:00-16:00; Afternoon Menu daily 16:00-17:00; Dinner daily 17:00-21:00
Nearby sights
- Prince's Island Park
- Peace Bridge
- Devonian Gardens
- Wonderland Sculpture
- Stephen Avenue
- Calgary Tower
- Calgary Central Library
- Studio Bell, National Music Centre