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Silver Inn Cafe
The Silver Inn is a family-run restaurant that has been offering original Peking-Style Cuisine since 1975. We introduced Calgarians to their first taste of Peking-style cooking with dishes such as ginger beef, hot and sour soup, grilled pork dumplings, chicken and cashew in yellow bean sauce and many more.

Our family created these delicious dishes by adapting the classic Chinese recipes to match the locally available products. Fresh ingredients combined with the highest standards result in delicious Chinese food that will satisfy your appetite. The items on our menu are made from scratch, everyday, including our dumplings and noodles.
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In 1975, a newly arrived family from Hong Kong decided to open a Chinese restaurant outside of Calgary's Chinatown. Two sisters, Louise Tsang and Lily Wong found an old cafe on 4th Street SW with a sign that said "Silver Inn". The building was worn out but the sign was still in excellent condition.
Read these restaurant reviews and discover what our customers say about the delicious food and courteous service at the Silver Inn Restaurant. We've been dining at the Silver Inn for several years and it just keeps getting better and better. The food is reasonably priced, staff is courteous and the dishes are excellent.
Reviews (19)
Thibault Dambrine
Thibault Dambrine
Jan 29, 2022
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Silver Inn has been in business for a very long time, exactly where it is today.
No doubt, like every other restaurant, they have been affected by the Covid crisis, but old classics have a way to never go out of style.
The food is simple, authentic, tasty, fresh and quick to arrive at the table. The staff is friendly and ready and the location is convenient.
The dining room is perhaps a bit old-fashioned looking, but in a way, this is also part of the experience.
I have enjoyed every meal I had in this place, most of them shared with work colleagues.
Invariably, when my colleagues and I go
Brian Bushfield
Brian Bushfield
Jan 27, 2022
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Horrid food, over salty, we sent back inedible eggplant after one bite. The owner refused to take it off the bill. We won't ever be back. Stay away and spend your money elsewhere. 🤢🤮. Approximately 3 weeks ago. Early January.
David Monteith
David Monteith
Jan 12, 2022
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Finally got around to trying the home of ginger beef. Was not disappointed at all. I would have to say they have the best batter - deep fried Chinese food that i have tried so far. I will firstly admit that there spicy squid is now my favorite beating out my old go to (golden moon) the squid was fried in a crisp fresh tasting batter and seasoned just right. The ginger beef was fried just right with a tangy yet mildly spicy sauce drizzled over it, very good. Also worth mentioning there take on Wor wonton. Using a beef broth really changes things, it was quite good, decent won tons too. I will for
Joel Klassen
Joel Klassen
Nov 14, 2021
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Really nice food and friendly service. I loved their original ginger beef and fried rice, was not a big fan of the ribs. Interior is definitely aging, but the food has been good so far. I'll be back to try more variety!
Joe Pongo
Joe Pongo
Oct 21, 2021
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I would give half a star because we didn't get sick, came on the recommendation from a work mate. The people in the front looked like they were not happy that we came, the atmosphere is extremely dated and unhappy looking. The food ginger beef, shrimp fried rice,sweet and sour pork,mixed veg. Wonton soup. All arrived less than hot ! The rice on the greasy side, the balance ofthe food including the rice was flavorless no flavor clues that usually help to identify. Absolutely not worth even one third the cost $77.00 Definitely a expensive lesson on where not to eat! Go to a supermarket and pick up
Steve & Marilyn Rathje
Steve & Marilyn Rathje
Oct 20, 2021
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New to this part of the city and wanted to order Chinese to celebrate my birthday. Silver Inn is close to where we are now and supposedly the creator of Ginger Beef back in the day. Saw a few not-so-great reviews which gave us pause, but also some really positive reviews so we figured we'd give it a try. Unfortunately, we should have listened to the not-so-great reviews. Ginger beef was soggy with absolutely no flavor - very bland - probably the worst we've ever had anywhere. Lemon chicken was, as others have said, a mixture of white and dark meat with fat, flavourless, and not all that visually
Dakota Swanson
Dakota Swanson
Aug 30, 2021
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Small restaurant with awesome dishes! Their ginger beef is nothing like what you'll get at any other asian restaurant in the city. I wasn't expecting it to be that great but I was mistaken. It was so great that I was able to finish the plate in one sitting! Will definitely come back :)
Brian Rasmussen
Brian Rasmussen
Jul 27, 2021
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Silver Inn is the authentic Northern Chinese style food unsurpassed in the city - in fact it compares favourably or exceeds any of the best kitchens I have experienced in decades of Asian and North American business travel. I especially enjoy the unpretentious atmosphere which is focused completely on the quality of the dishes such as the original Ginger Beef or the Mushu Pork. The dumplings are a family favourite and always prepared perfectly. I always look forward to coming home to Calgary and experiencing one of the best in Chinese Cuisine.
Grant I.
Grant I.
Feb 28, 2021
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Had a very nice birthday dinner here. Interior is a little dated and tvs are a distraction. Food was hot and great. They really do have excellent ginger beef.
Dan Smith
Dan Smith
Jan 24, 2021
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The Silver Inn is our favourite Chinese restaurant in all of Calgary. This is where ginger beef was invented, and it is still #1. Service is always great, food comes out fast and is delicious and large portions. Pricier than your typical Chinese fare, but you get what you pay for.
Tara Leigh Scott
Tara Leigh Scott
Apr 29, 2020
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My family started going here in 1985 and we’ve been going back on a close to monthly (sometimes weekly) we’ve brought many many people with us and now all of them have come back. We tend to order the same… things as we’ve fallen in love with the amazing grilled dumplings and tender ginger beef but the rest of the dishes are wonderful also. Thank you for always being here for us!
Brayden Farell
Brayden Farell
Apr 29, 2020
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We love this restaurant! My wife has been coming here her whole life. Their excellent recipes have been passed down through generations and did you know they invented Ginger Beef? Really! When family comes from… out of town this is our go to place. I love their food and the staff! I’m so happy you are opening again with take out!
Anaya Farell
Anaya Farell
Apr 27, 2020
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My family and I have been going here for well over forty years. The food is fantastic, and always consistent! The service is great too. It is our favourite restaurant!
Roger Leonard
Roger Leonard
Mar 05, 2020
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Live right across the street. Do not order delivery, dine in and you will not be disappointed!!
Gordie G. Jones
Gordie G. Jones
Sep 06, 2019
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Great original recipe ginger beef. I eat here every time I come to Calgary
Meaghan Pack
Meaghan Pack
Jan 10, 2019
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Amazing Chinese food! All their breaded dishes (ginger beef etc) are made with cornstarch, so they're gluten friendly!
Bennett James Stevens
Bennett James Stevens
Dec 31, 2017
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Been eating here for my entire, 32 year, life, and my parents were eating here before me.
I can't say enough good things about the food here. Over the years I have introduced numerous people to this place, and all of them have become loyal patrons as well.
Erin Woon
Erin Woon
Oct 26, 2017
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Been coming here for years, we will make the 30 min drive for dinner easily. The family that owns are amazing people.
Lynn Herauf
Lynn Herauf
Aug 22, 2017
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Been going there for years and the food is always hot and brought out as soon as it's cooked ! Highly recommend this restaurant!👍😃