Ishtar Restaurant
Reviews of Ishtar Restaurant
from GoogleOutstanding food and top-tier customer service from start to finish! The owner and staff go above and beyond to make you feel welcome. Highly recommended—this is a must-visit every time I’m in Calgary!
My husband's work had their year-end party at Ishtar Family Restaurant, and we had such a great time there. I highly recommend checking it out and don't be shy about asking questions. The staff were really good about explaining all the different items we tried. My favorite part of our dining experience was the Ishtar salad, the BBQ platter (the chicken is amazing) and the baklava... oh and the Arabic Tea. Honestly, it was an incredible dining experience. I can't wait to go back and share what I've learned with friends. It's a great space. Perfect for small to medium sized gatherings.
Yo!!! We had a blast night! 😃 They food is awesome and oh my god, Farasha is like our friend. She brought us tasty snacks and shot, adjusted the lights and even picked beautiful music for us. 😻 My friend can't stop complimenting the food and the services. She even started dancing and made me cry. Don't get me wrong, it's my tear of joy. 200% recommend and will definitely go there with my badminton friends again. 🥰
We were crossing the street and heard a familiar music 😃 When we entered, what we received was an unforgettable example of true Kurdish hospitality!!! From the very first moment, we were treated like family, not customers. Tea, drinks, dancing, a birthday celebration, and so much genuine kindness ❤️ All given with open hearts and without taking any payment!!! This wasn’t just a restaurant experience, it was a beautiful cultural moment I will always carry with me!!! Iranians and Kurds share deep historical, cultural, and emotional roots. From now on, this kindness and hospitality will always be what I remember when I think of Kurdish people. Thank you for making my birthday so incredibly special!!! 🤍✨
Visited for the first time and had very good experience. Food is very fresh, tasty and flavourful. Shisha was good as well . Jay served us today , very attentive, nice and friendly service. I totally recommend this place , we will be back . Thank you!
Best Burger ever had!! ❤️ They put two patties and best fries too. 😍 #BetterThanFastFood!!
They charge 7 dollars for a pop, absolutely ridiculous.
Incredibly sexist towards ethnic women when a man isn’t at the table Literally served everyone else (men) who got there afterwards Ngl the food was good But they put a rotten taste in my mouth before I even got to try it
Made a trip to Calgary for vacation. Arrived at hotel kinda late and was feeling very hungry. Seen Ishtar was open late and had a decent variety on the menu. I will say I was not disappointed one bit. Once I walked in the door, was greeted even tho it was packed. Got seated, wanted to order to go and had my order ready within 15 mins. Got complimentary drinks while waiting and treated like family. If I ever find myself in Calgary again, I will gladly be a patron here again!!! 🥰
About Ishtar Restaurant
A Middle Eastern restaurant and hookah lounge with an on-site prayer space at 4338 Macleod Trl SW Ste 201, using halal meat throughout.
Order the BBQ platter, where the chicken is the highlight, and start with the Ishtar salad. Finish with the baklava or a pot of Arabic tea, which diners mention as a favourite. The staff are happy to explain the dishes if you are new to the cuisine, and a large group found them glad to walk through every dish.
It suits a family dinner, a small to medium group or a night out with friends. Reservations are taken, which helps on a busy night. There is free parking for guests. Beer, wine, cocktails and shisha are all served, so know what you are walking into.
The atmosphere
Guests describe a warm welcome, and guests are greeted and seated promptly even when the room is packed. The shisha is praised as well, and the room suits a celebration or a work party.
| Monday | 11 a.m.–1 a.m. |
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| Tuesday | 11 a.m.–1 a.m. |
| Wednesday | 11 a.m.–1 a.m. |
| Thursday | 11 a.m.–1 a.m. |
| Friday | 11 a.m.–1 a.m. |
| Saturday | 11 a.m.–1 a.m. |
| Sunday | 11 a.m.–1 a.m. |