π¨π¦ Mercato Mission - Calgary's Authentic Italian Gem!
Half gourmet grocery, half trattoria β this Mission district staple has won locals' hearts for years with market-fresh ingredients. π Location: Mercato Mission (Parking's tricky β arrive early!) π Standout Dishes π¦ Squid Ink Pasta Fresh seafood galore! (Not as bold as Cardinale's, but quality shines) π Wild Boar RagΓΉ Pasta Rich, slow-cooked perfection π Roasted Lamb β β β β β Crispy outside, pink inside β chef's kiss π Grilled Eggplant Smoky & creamy (no sad, soggy eggplant here!) β οΈ Heads Up Tiny dining area β book ahead! Open kitchen = your clothes will smell delicious (worth it) #CalgaryEats #ItalianFood #YYCRestaurants