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Niko's Bistro, Calgary, AB

Niko's Bistro

4.7 (1434)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Italian
1241 Kensington Rd NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4X7

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Located just minutes away from downtown Calgary, in trendy Kensington, Niko’s offers a diverse menu with big flavours at modest prices. Enjoy dinner and lunch seven days a week in our modern restaurant.



Niko’s is perfect for sharing wine, stories, and food with friends and family. The atmosphere is always lively and full of excitement!



Please note that reservations for two people allow for a one and a half hour dining time, whereas tables of four or more allow for a two hour dining time. Please call the restaurant if you need more time.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Niko Miletic
  • Catering
    Unique catering customized to all your specific requests, location, etc. <br /><br />Please reach out to Niko at 403 270 0082 or nikosbistro@shaw.ca.
  • Neighborhood
    Calgary
  • Cross street
    12th St NW
  • Parking details
    Small parking lot available at the back of the building.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,434 people are saying

Niko's Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Niko's Bistro is a beloved, family-owned gem in Calgary, offering "fantastic food" and "impeccable service" in a cozy atmosphere. Regulars rave about the "exceptional" meals, with highlights like the calamari and seafood pastas. The staff, including Niko himself, are noted for their warmth and attentiveness, making every visit special.
1,434 Reviews
  1. Magdalena

    Calgary / Southern Alberta14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic little spot. Can’t believe it took me this long to go there… service was excellent, food delicious and the atmosphere was lively. It was noisy probably because the place is small. Maybe not ideal for a romantic date night but otherwise thumbs up!

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  2. Heather

    Calgary / Southern Alberta5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I can't say enough good things about this family-owned and operated restaurant. The people there are fantastic, and the food is just exceptional. We have been coming to this restaurant for years and for various occasions, including meetings, date nights, and celebrations. Last night, it was a business dinner, and my companion had never been and was impressed. Big and special thanks to Ivana, who always makes us feel so welcome and so well taken care of. I dream of their cod dish. It's so wonderful.

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  3. Daniel VIP

    Calgary / Southern Alberta40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Niko's is always always always excellent! Service, food, drinks all way above any others. We've been going here for over ten years and have never had anything but an amazing time and meals.

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  4. Angela

    Calgary / Southern Alberta14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an excellent experience! Food is FANTASTIC

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  5. Jim

    Calgary / Southern Alberta1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was Barb’s birthday, I had asked for a cupcake with a candle. I think the staff forgot. No worries!

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  6. Michael

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This has been my favourite restaurant for years. Food, service, staff and of course Niko are always on point.

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  7. Kasey

    Calgary / Southern Alberta1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I got the penne con vodka, it exceeded my expectations! the mushrooms were DELICIOUS, i love mushrooms so im bias, but the mushrooms and the veal literally tasted the same. absolutely amazing. the sauce was some of the best sauce ive ever had. absolutely amazing experience.

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  8. Steve VIP

    Calgary / Southern Alberta36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed our dining experience at Niko's Bistro. Menu choices including wine and food quality was excellent. We really enjoyed our veal dishes which according to my Italian gf was very authentic ! And the service was also very good. Definitely will be returning to this neighborhood gem.

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  9. Craig

    Seattle / Eastern Washington3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is very difficult to provide a lengthy review because one phrase sums it up. Best restaurant in town!

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  10. Chris

    Calgary / Southern Alberta1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always amazing food and service. Calamari is a must.

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FAQs

Niko's Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (403) 270-0082.

Niko's Bistro is rated 4.7 stars by 1434 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Niko's Bistro

1241 Kensington Rd NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4X7

Additional information

  • Cross street
    12th St NW
  • Neighborhood
    Calgary
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Small parking lot available at the back of the building.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Niko Miletic
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Unique catering customized to all your specific requests, location, etc. <br /><br />Please reach out to Niko at 403 270 0082 or nikosbistro@shaw.ca.
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