EIGHT

Truly a night to remember The parlor is a beautiful touch to the space, and the dessert blew my mind. I don’t have a sweet tooth but I am craving the beeswax ice cream n peach jam

Food was amazing and experience was great. Disappointed by the fact we read the reviews and it said Darren McLean was there and all the emails we got prior stated chef Darren and his team. Turns out he was not there and when that is something you were expecting and followed his culinary journey for a long time we were a little let down by this aspect seeing as we paid 1200$.

we are not allowed to take photo to remain the mystery of the restaurant. The food is mixed and condimented in unexpected ways but expectingly good. We are able to taste multiple ingredients in one night. The setting is a dark secret room with 8-9 people on a counter so we can talk with each other. If I have to be nitpicking, I wish less spiciness, onions and garlics in the condiment cuz I personally like tasting the original flavor of the ingredients. Also I am hoping for more Michelin chefs to come to calgary.

What an incredible experience! We were so lucky to be able to witness Darren in his house doing what he loves. There are a lot of murmurs about pricing being high but I believe it is worth every penny. Quality over quantity. Being able to sit there in a very small atmosphere allowed us to be able to learn about where the food was coming from and how it was made, the thoughts put into the dish etc. What an incredible opportunity to see a top chef do what he loves as he tries to redefines Canadian food.

What an amazing experience! The chef explains the logic of each dish and where the ingredients were sourced. His food is a delicious tribute to the various cultures that have contributed to our complex Canadian culture and an adventurous exploration of where Canadian cuisine is heading. It is worth every dollar and minute invested. I have been to Michelin starred restaurants around the world and Eight is right up there with the best.

Chef was an unknown chef, not Darren Maclean. For the price you pay, which is more than some Michelin star restaurants, you expect to at least read a bio of them on the website. Food was alright. A few good dishes, a few bad dishes and the rest mediocre. Overhyped. Would not return.

Chef Darren Maclean has really made a new, informative and hand curated dining experience. Service staff was professional and interactive with us, including Darren himself. Although they state to not accommodate with allergies, I was spoiled enough to have been made well thought out modifications. Once in a life time fine dining experience.

The best culinary adventure one can go on in Calgary, likely all of Alberta, and rivals the top restaurants in Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal. Chef Darren creates a menu showcasing the best ingredients that speaks to a modern definition of what Canadian cuisine can be and where it is going. While it is expensive, it’s an experience that goes beyond just a meal. Every dish is a visual work of art, and the taste matches the beauty of the presentation. Highly recommend the drink pairing. Will do our best to try to be back.

Truly a night to remember The parlor is a beautiful touch to the space, and the dessert blew my mind. I don’t have a sweet tooth but I am craving the beeswax ice cream n peach jam

Food was amazing and experience was great. Disappointed by the fact we read the reviews and it said Darren McLean was there and all the emails we got prior stated chef Darren and his team. Turns out he was not there and when that is something you were expecting and followed his culinary journey for a long time we were a little let down by this aspect seeing as we paid 1200$.

we are not allowed to take photo to remain the mystery of the restaurant. The food is mixed and condimented in unexpected ways but expectingly good. We are able to taste multiple ingredients in one night. The setting is a dark secret room with 8-9 people on a counter so we can talk with each other. If I have to be nitpicking, I wish less spiciness, onions and garlics in the condiment cuz I personally like tasting the original flavor of the ingredients. Also I am hoping for more Michelin chefs to come to calgary.

What an incredible experience! We were so lucky to be able to witness Darren in his house doing what he loves. There are a lot of murmurs about pricing being high but I believe it is worth every penny. Quality over quantity. Being able to sit there in a very small atmosphere allowed us to be able to learn about where the food was coming from and how it was made, the thoughts put into the dish etc. What an incredible opportunity to see a top chef do what he loves as he tries to redefines Canadian food.

What an amazing experience! The chef explains the logic of each dish and where the ingredients were sourced. His food is a delicious tribute to the various cultures that have contributed to our complex Canadian culture and an adventurous exploration of where Canadian cuisine is heading. It is worth every dollar and minute invested. I have been to Michelin starred restaurants around the world and Eight is right up there with the best.

Chef was an unknown chef, not Darren Maclean. For the price you pay, which is more than some Michelin star restaurants, you expect to at least read a bio of them on the website. Food was alright. A few good dishes, a few bad dishes and the rest mediocre. Overhyped. Would not return.

Chef Darren Maclean has really made a new, informative and hand curated dining experience. Service staff was professional and interactive with us, including Darren himself. Although they state to not accommodate with allergies, I was spoiled enough to have been made well thought out modifications. Once in a life time fine dining experience.

The best culinary adventure one can go on in Calgary, likely all of Alberta, and rivals the top restaurants in Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal. Chef Darren creates a menu showcasing the best ingredients that speaks to a modern definition of what Canadian cuisine can be and where it is going. While it is expensive, it’s an experience that goes beyond just a meal. Every dish is a visual work of art, and the taste matches the beauty of the presentation. Highly recommend the drink pairing. Will do our best to try to be back.