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1. Eight
Serving: Calgary (East Village)
Chef Darren MacLean's hidden eight-seat tasting counter in the East Village, celebrating Canadian cuisine. Named No. 2 on North America's 50 Best Restaurants 2026 and No. 9 in Canada.
Pros
- One of the best restaurants in North America
- Intimate, chef-led tasting experience
- Unforgettable special-occasion dinner
Cons
- Very hard to book; seats release quarterly
- Tasting-menu pricing



