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Divino Wine & Cheese Bistro
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 11 am - 12 am
Sat 5 pm - 12 am
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$$
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Music:
- Background
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Coat Check:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Quiet
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
19 reviews for Divino Wine & Cheese Bistro
Review Highlights
"I had the Lobster Cannelloni, and omigod it was so good."
(in 4 reviews)
"Food was great, service was also good."
(in 3 reviews)
"I also love their tempura haricot vert."
(in 3 reviews)
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19 reviews in English
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Review from Jason G.
Calgary, AB
4/2/2010 1 photo
I've been to Divino a few times, mostly for wine in their lounge.
Located in the historic buildings along Stephen Avenue, Divino is a very upscale place, and I love all the brick facades inside.
They have an impressive selection of fine wines from around the globe. So if you ever want to impress anyone, take them here and just order any wine off the menu, because they have all been hand-selected and not one will disappoint.
In the lounge, they have a few appetizers to choose from to go with your wine, and here's where I start raving. Get the green beans. Trust me! They tempura batter and fry fresh green beans and serve them like french fries with a grainy mustard dipping sauce - it is to die for! They have pretty good pommes frites too, but at the end of the day, they're just fries.
The one time I've eaten here I had the black pepper linguine with chicken and tomatoes in a creamy sauce, and it was terrific. They give you a pretty big portion, too!
This definitely is not the kind of place to show up in sweatpants, but it's not so stuffy that you would feel uncomfortable. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable, the food's great, and the wine is even better. -
Review from Chris C.
1/25/2012
Came here with co-workers for dinner. They have an excellent wine and cheese selection (as expected) but a good variety of mains as well. I skipped the appies going straight for a well cooked lamb as my entree and finished it with a simple dessert. The dessert was not particularly memorable, I can't remember what I ordered, but the lamb was very well cooked and I'd have it again. Next time I'd try to rabbit as well and order more cheeses.
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Review from Steven v.
Thought this was one of the highlights of my Calgary visit. Nice kitchen, good service, beautiful wines, and yes the Lobster was brilliant! Helps this is in a pretty nice area downtown (close to main hotels)
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Review from Tess R.
7/2/2011
Outstanding food. Haughty, inattentive service.
The cheese menu is wonderful, as was the Sweet Pea Ravioli. I remember thinking the Basque Style Brandade was lovely at the time, but can't honesty recall this dish today. I do remember it tasting of the sea with a light and fluffy texture.
The chocolate mousse was not good, perhaps baking does things that destroy the texture expected with mousse. The Brandade had a lighter texture. The disappointing texture and flavor of the dessert were insult to injury after waiting an inexcusable amount of time to finish to an otherwise enjoyable meal.
The decor is tasteful, an interesting mix of old and new, geometric and organic.
It was an expensive evening with wine, cheese and a few tapas, but we loved most of the meal despite our waiter's demeanour and lack of attention. -
Review from Mia T.
6/22/2011
Yet another great restaurant that focuses on local foods. Professional and knowledgable staff, who are more than happy to give you suggestions if you, like me are overwhelmed by the wine list.
The lobster cannelloni is killer! -
Review from Stephanie H.
Vancouver, BC
12/28/2010
Gourmet dishes with a twist. Delicious food, meh to the service. So much to choose from...and it's not so simple. They're crafted with all these different flavours: Pulled rib burgers, salads, roasted chicken, steak, pasta you name it. Such a great place to go on a date or with a group of friends.
I'd definitely come back for the wine and cheese plates though. Next time. -
Review from Betti W.
Calgary, AB
7/13/2010 ROTD 1/27/2011
If I had unlimited resources, and the ability to digest freakish amounts of wine, cheese and creme broulee, I would say Divino employees would know my name...and yet some already do. I LOVE this place.
Although seemingly posh posh, the wait staff was very patient as my friends and I chose our cheese platter (having to ask the waiter many many questions) and suggested some great wine pairings for them. Although fantastic any time of year, I would recommend going in the winter, as there is something truly magical about the brick interior strewn about with white lights when it is snowing outside. Love. -
Review from Jenny W.
11/27/2011
a main stay good fresh food. this last trip had poorer service but the food was great.
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Review from Katie C.
Calgary, AB
1/9/2010 1 photo
Delicious! I went to Divino and I was very impressed. The food, the decor and the service were all top notch.
I had the Lobster Cannelloni, and omigod it was so good. The pasta was fresh and light and fluffy, the lobster fresh and flavourful and the rest of the filling cheesy and delicious. The bisque it was served in was really delicious. Very yummy. My companions had a salad, chestnut stuffed ravioli and more lobster canneloni respectively, and they all raved too.
The service was great, from arrival to leaving. Our server was prompt and aware, always refilling glasses and asking if we needed anything without being intrusive.
The cuisine is all italian (obviously), with a ton of different pastas and some good looking meat dishes. The lunch prices were a little up there in price, but it was pure deliciousness. I had a decent little cappucino after dinner. I'll definitely be back.Listed in: DEELISH!
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Review from Sapna G.
Calgary, AB
6/23/2010 1 photo
A couple of us stopped in to Divino for a couple (okay, okay, a FEW) glasses of wine the other night. I had never been here before and I was extremely impressed.
Not only do they offer an extensive wine and cheese menu, but they also offer a wide variety of entrees, gourmet sandwiches, and desserts.
Best described as a bustling bistro, Divino sets the bar very high. Between the professional staff, classic decor and exceptional menu options, Divino is the perfect place to go when you're in the mood to kick your night up a notch or two. -
Review from Trish L.
Calgary, AB
9/21/2008
Excellent service! Great food! I've liked almost everything I've ordred there.. I wasn't crazy about their lamb confit melt sandwich as the bread was quite soggy so I had to eat it with a fork and knife.
My favourite dish is their black pepper linguine with chicken, tomatoes, and spinach in a light cream sauce. Apparently, the make their pasta fresh.. and this dish is consistent time after time (I've had it on several occasions). I also love their tempura haricot vert. They are very addictive.
This is a great place for business lunches or drinks in the early evening. As well, they wine selection is huge. They offer an excellent selection of cheese as well to pair with the wine.
The decor is very nice.. very stylish and contemporary. This is one of my favourite restaurants in the downtown core. It's a place I would take someone for lunch because I know I can count on them to deliver quality service. -
Review from C T.
Calgary, AB
3/6/2009
I had a really nice business lunch today. There were 2 of us at lunch. We started off with an appetizer of the Tempura Haricort Vert; it comes with a honey hot mustard dipping sauce. My colleague ordered the Alberta Beef Tendorloin - she enjoyed it tremendously; served with green beans. I had the Lobster Cannelloni with chantrelles and ricotta baked in a lobster bisque - so good!!
We had to have dessert - she had the creme brulee and I had the hazelnut tart. Really good desserts!!
The waiteress was very knowledgeable and could even describe the dish in detail!
I haven't been to this restaurant for quite some time and the food is just as good it was the last time I went there.
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Review from Joey R.
Calgary, AB
1/17/2010
Overall experience was really good. Food was great, service was also good.
They didn't have the Gin I wanted for the martini (I don't recommend the Phrog gin! Ugh) and the kitchen was backed up so the dinner took a looonnnggg time.
Still, the wine was tasty, the company good, so the wait wasn't noticed. Will go back. -
Review from Jeff N.
Calgary, AB
1/21/2010 1 Check-in Here
Went to Divonos at the end of a team building event. There were 40 people on our group. We had a private room in the basement. The staff were attentive, swevice was spot on, the food was fantastic!
I have been here several times before in the main dining room with smaller parties and am never disappointed. This is the place you want to take people to impress in a casual upscale way. -
Review from Starkie S.
Calgary, AB
2/13/2011
What can you say about Divino? My past experience has always been solid. My last visit 02/9th was superb with good food and great service. The server had an opinion which items might fit into what I was looking for in a lunch with my client.
I ordered lamb with fig ciabatta while guest had the BIG ribeye - yum. Mmmm...it was ALL good with the flavours melding into a great lunch to get one through the mid week ho-hum.
I have been here five times now and it is a repeatable experience - greatness is always happening here on the food. I have only had one questionable service experience - some servers believe they are solving hunger in the world (ego & arrogance) - just hit them on the gratuity line and they will learn you are willing to pay for only GREAT service.
Take a client here for lunch to impress or reward - you will not be disappointed!
This place is not upscale as in snobby...go! Do not get turned off by upscale label. -
Review from Christine C.
Vancouver, BC
1/29/2010
Wow, everything everyone else says is true. Exceptional wine and cheese list, fantastic attentive service and comforting decor. I tried the lobster cannelloni as my entree and it did not disappoint. The banana butter tart for dessert was very good.
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Review from Ben F.
12/8/2009
What a relaxing venue! Even with an open kitchen you don't hear sounds of pots and pans clanking around in a feverish rush. The wine selection is amazingly large and the cheese selection included well over 20 entries. The atmosphere, food, and wines were very good. Service was average, the only thing keeping this place from getting 5 stars. Now don't misunderstand me! I don't think the service was bad, but it wasn't as stellar as the menu. The service was good, but the menu was great! Such a place should have the service to match the menu.
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Review from Adam G.
Calgary, AB
3/7/2009
Great french cuisine.
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Review from Andre C.
Calgary, AB
12/20/2010
Ordered what I thought would be bouillabase but got a very tired soup with a meagre portion of dry overcooked seafood.Service was alright but did not make up for the food.
