Three things on the Calgary food calendar this month: one new restaurant and two events, each with a page of its own on YumYak.
Updated Oct. 31, 2026 · 3 places
Quick picks
| What | When | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Lutador | Open now | 410 14 St NW (Kensington) |
| YYC Noodle Festival | Nov. 5–15 | Participating restaurants across Calgary |
| Grape Escape | Nov. 20–21 | BMO Centre, Halls E & F |
1. Lutador
Halal Brazilian churrasco and coal-fired pizza in Kensington, with a zero-proof bar. Early reviewers mention the Brazilian pizza first.
Hours (Google listing): Mon 4:30–10 PM; Tue 4:30–10 PM; Wed Closed; Thu 4:30–10 PM; Fri 4:30–10 PM; Sat 4:30–10 PM; Sun 4:30–10 PM. Hours may change, so call ahead to confirm.
Order: Brazilian pizza and the wings with grilled pineapple and sriracha sauce · Area: 410 14 St NW (Kensington)
2. YYC Noodle Festival
Calgary restaurants put noodle dishes on special from Nov. 5 to 15: ramen, pho, laksa and more. Check the contestant list on the official site before you go.
Area: Participating restaurants across Calgary
3. Grape Escape
Co-op Wine Spirits Beer’s two-night tasting at the BMO Centre, Halls E and F, on Nov. 20 and 21.
Area: BMO Centre, Halls E & F
FAQ
Is Lutador halal?
Lutador presents itself as a halal Brazilian restaurant on its Instagram account. Ask the staff directly if certification matters to you.
Do I need tickets for the YYC Noodle Festival?
Participating restaurants sell the festival dishes on their own menus. Check the official site for the list and any rules.
Related on YumYak
Sources
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Hours and prices were checked against these sources on Oct. 31, 2026. Hours may change, so call ahead to confirm.
- Lutador on Instagram (accessed Oct. 31, 2026)
- YYC Noodle Festival: 2026 contestants (accessed Oct. 31, 2026)
- Co-op Wine Spirits Beer: Grape Escape (accessed Oct. 31, 2026)
YumYak curates from public sources, press releases and community reviews. We haven’t visited these spots ourselves — always check the restaurant’s own channels for hours and prices.