A bowl of olives at The Highwood
A margherita pizza at The Highwood
A dessert from The Highwood

A one-of-kind dining experience built on legacy, excellence, and education.

This year’s menus pay homage to the flavours of local, seasonal ingredients, creating contemporary favourites with global influence.

A bartender mixing a drink at a bar Stacked wine bottles at The Highwood

Visit us

Located on SAIT Main Campus in the John Ware Building, the Highwood Kitchen + Bar offers a variety of seating times and culinary experiences to explore.

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Hours

Monday, Lounge only
11 am – 4 pm 
Tuesday to Friday Lounge
11 am – 10 pm
Tuesday to Friday Lunch Seatings
11 am – 12:15 pm
Tuesday to Friday Dinner Seatings
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Location

John Ware Building (east side entrance), SAIT Main Campus

Address
1301 16 Ave NW
Calgary, AB T2M 0L4
Phone
403.284.8615 (ext 2)
Email
highwood.reservations@sait.ca

Menu

GF = Gluten Friendly | F = Contains Fish/ Fish Gelatin | N = Contains Nuts | P = Contains Pork | V = Vegetarian

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Dinner

Lounge

Lunch

Exterior photo of The Highwood Dining Room Students wearing yellow uniforms, standing near a wall

About The Highwood Kitchen + Bar

Established in 1977, The Highwood Kitchen + Bar is SAIT’s signature live classroom and a distinctive campus dining destination. Here, guests enjoy a refined dining experience shaped by seasonal ingredients, contemporary culinary techniques and the energy of students building their craft alongside expert instructors.

Every visit supports the next generation of hospitality professionals while offering elevated campus dining. 

Explore our venues

From casual coffee breaks and quick lunches to afternoon tea and chef-led tasting menus, SAIT’s venues offer welcoming spaces to gather, dine and discover new flavours.

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Tastemarket Canadian Kitchen

Canadian-inspired cuisine in the heart of downtown Calgary.

The Culinary Campus filled with students getting food.

Culinary Campus International Market

Immerse yourself in an exciting food hall experience.

The counter at the Butchery, with people selecting cuts of meat.

The Butchery

Find the perfect protein for your culinary adventures.