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Fonda Fora, Calgary, AB

Fonda Fora

4.4
4.4
284 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Unspecified
Located inside the Westley Hotel in the heart of Downtown Calgary, Fonda Fora is an exciting new contemporary Mexican restaurant brought to you by the folks at Thank You Hospitality.

Food and Beverage Magazine 30 under 30 winner, Chef Emilio Montenegro has crafted a menu based on his upbringing in Northern Mexico and his journey in kitchens across the world. Much of our concept is based around the heirloom corn of Mexico. We import four types of corn from a collective of heirloom farms in Mexico in order to provide the best product we can. We process this corn from raw and turn it into masa for dishes all across our menu, like our Sope, Tamal, and of course, Tortillas. There is a saying in Mexico that we live by at Fonda Fora: "Sin maiz no hay pais," meaning without corn, there is no country. Maiz is the lifeblood of Mexican cuisine, and we are excited to present it to you as it should be.

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2 people

9:30 PM


Booked 33 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Unspecified

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 6:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:30 am–11:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 6:30 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 2:00 pm–5:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (403) 764-6260

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Chef Emilio Montenegro

  • Private party facilities

    Fonda Fora offers a private room with an affordable minimum spend. Dining room can seat up to 12 guests. Interested in booking a private event? Email us at events@fondafora.com!

  • Neighborhood

    Calgary

  • Cross street

    4th Ave and 6th Street SW

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Cafe, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

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What 284 people are saying

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Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Healthy

  • Calgary

    Innovative

  • Calgary

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Calgary

    Healthy

  • Calgary

    Vegetarian-friendly

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Client loved this place. Food was great. Lots of Vegetarian options.
  2. GregG

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The taco chips and multiple sauces were amazing. Delicious overall, highly recommend.
  3. bob2

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Superb and so very well informed and engaged service, amazing complexity of tastes and beautiful presentation - highly recommended
  4. Juliet

    Calgary

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Service was very nice but very slow. Food was tasty. Nice decor but the bathrooms were not maintained and pretty gross/messy.
  5. RobA

    Calgary

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall2food3service1ambience2
    Poor service and the food tried to be to complicated for the sake of being complicated. Food description does not match the billing on Google.
  6. ManinderG

    Calgary

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. Beautiful clean and modern decor.
  7. FancyTravel

    Calgary

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love this place for brunch. The food is as beautiful looking as it tastes. The interior decor and service can’t be beat. I love how they offer the brunch and lunch menus.
  8. JRSw

    Tahoe

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    For 2 people for lunch, Two salads, two beers each and 100$ tab seems steep.
  9. Jess

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was my first time eating here and I can say I really enjoyed myself! The service was wonderful and the food was so delicious and flavourful and fresh! I will definitely come back and share my experience with all my friends and family!
  10. JayS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great atmosphere, amazing food Short Rib is a must , Server polite professional not in the way . Defiantly be going back
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience5
    Ambiance was good - food was okay bit pricey and flavours didn’t really hit the mark - would say priced to high for what we got - probably would not go again
  12. DiannaT

    Calgary

    23 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    We only had a few appetizers and drinks. Unfortunately an ambulance came to the hotel and ruined the ambiance. Not in the greatest part of the city but the service was great.
  13. KeahR

    Calgary

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    The food was excellent! Had the mushroom dish and sope appetizer. Small portions for the price but the flavours are incredible. Service was a little slow, but server was friendly and the atmosphere great.
  14. ArnieO

    Calgary

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Salads were outstanding; Fish was slightly dry. Menu referenced trout, but pickerel was provided with no opportunity for us to reconsider.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The 5 course mole tasting was amazing and the service fantastic. My favourite was the chicken and my partner loved the tamal. The one drawback was the loud, drunk staff member at the bar who eventually stormed off for some reason. When we left we saw that she had thrown the large box and gift bag she had at the bar in the snow beside the front door. Not a good look. Other than that it was fantastic and we will be back for sure.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Edmonton

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything from the atmosphere to the food and service was amazing. I highly recommend this place. You absolutely must have the guacamole. It was the best that I’ve ever had.
  18. Alex

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Tuna dish was very good and so was the cheesecake. Our server was attentive and very knowledgeable. The burrata salad was lacking a wow factor and did not have much flavour or seasoning to it and the pork that comes with tortillas for tacos also lacked seasoning and flavour.
  19. Creature

    Calgary

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Room was too noisy, chair uncomfortable, menu was difficult to understand, drinks were good, appetizer was ok, all food dishes were lukewarm, complimentary dessert was a little raw in the middle. Appreciated the gesture but the night was disappointing compared to my previous visit and I expect more for $200+ tip.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Very nice restaurant, beautiful dining room, great view into the kitchen. The food was delicious and the service was fantastic.
  21. PrincessShemina

    Calgary

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Went for brunch/lunch. Our waiter was awesome… and he seemed to be the only one working. The food ranged from good to amazing! We all tried the special hot chocolate for the YYC Hot Chocolate Festival, and it was delicious! Will definitely go back to try dinner menu!
  22. RogerM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Great food we had pollo fritto and pork belly both good but pollo was amazing
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything perfect, amazing food, helpful staff & low ambience noise. Definitely a must go in Calgary
  24. ChyenneA

    Calgary

    12 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    Our first server did not know how to advise us to order and said she was not acquainted with the menu. That set the tone. Had been when it first opened and the service was exceptional. Was disappointed yesterday evening.
  25. Alexandra13

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Not children friendly is only complaint. Food was excellent and thought expensive, it was worth it. Service was a bit pompous though.
  26. DissapointedMW

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 6, 2023

    overall2food5service1ambience3
    I have been here a few times but this time was honestly awful - the server we had was one of the worst I have ever had. Too chatty, didn’t listen, forgot stuff, talked about her menopause like a bit too much, messed up drinks. Food was great as always, but my parents are BOTH sick the day after…disappointing after trying to go celebrate a birthday. Normally recommend but will not confidently after this experience.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Unique dishes and great tasting.
  28. YuliyaP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It's was amazing experience and very good food! Will come back for sure

    Fonda ForaResponded on February 1, 2023Thank you so much Yulia! I appreciate you giving us a try. Tyson Duben Operations Manager

  29. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience3
    The rib steak was simply horrible and cold even though it looked really appetizing at first but the taste was absolutely awful. I expected the food to be made fresh which I doubt was. Never coming back here.

    Fonda ForaResponded on February 1, 2023Hi Anonymous, I am so sorry you didn't like the short rib! Clearly the dish was not executed as intended or as is typical with us as the dish is one of our more beloved items on our menu. I hope you will reconsider joining us again. I will be chatting with the chef that was on line the day of your visit to look into what happened here. Thanks for taking the time to reach out and again, my apologies for the disappointing error from my team. Tyson Duben Operations Manager

  30. LaniU

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything we had was delicious . Loved the atmosphere and the service was fantastic.

    Fonda ForaResponded on February 1, 2023Thanks Lani! I appreciate you taking the time to leave a review. Tyson Duben Operations Manager

  31. CrystalT

    Calgary

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Gorgeous space. Depending where you sit you can hear perfectly other tables conversations due to the architecture. The food was incredible. The service was prompt for food but slower for water and beverages. We had a nice time overall.
  32. JanetJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went here for lunch. The atmosphere was great -bright, airy, modern. Our server was wonderful. The food was fantastic. We had the beet salad, squash salad and salsa taster. Flavourful and delicious.

    Fonda ForaResponded on February 1, 2023Hi Janet, Your server was Raymundo! We recently made him a supervisor with us, for good reason. I appreciate you taking the time to mention him and I will be sure to pass it on. Tyson Duben Operations Manager

  33. Luis

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    The starters were really good ( Tuna Tostada and Tlacoyo de Hongos) but the mains was a big disappointment, the Pork Belly was under seasoned, lacked of flavour, the Mackerel was salty.
  34. SarahS

    Calgary

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Friendly and attentive service but the quality of the food is inconsistent. The flavours of the tuna tostada are delicious and our meal started off nicely. The pork belly carnitas and the pescado zarandeado were disgusting. The mackerel used in the pescado was so overpowering and fishy that it drowned out all of the other flavours and we couldn’t finish the meal. I appreciated the wide variety of gluten and dairy free items on the menu but left disappointed and hungry.

    Fonda ForaResponded on February 1, 2023Hi Sarah, I am so sorry you left disappointed. The mackerel has been a bit of a controversial fish for us. By its nature, it is quite oily and "fishy". It is certainly not a fish for everyone. I will be chatting with Chef later today about making a change to the fish we are using for this dish. As it stands right now people either love it or hate it and we would like to stick to just loving it. Thanks for taking the time to leave feedback Sarah. Tyson Duben Operations Manager

  35. Warp

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Amazing food and service.

    Fonda ForaResponded on February 1, 2023Thanks Warp! You're amazing. Tyson Duben Operations Manager

  36. MontserratZ

    Calgary

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Fonda fora is one of my favorites rataurants in town. Sadly yestarday the tacos weren't that good because the tortillas were so cold. We notified the waitress and she offered to changed them. But is that first impression when the food arrives at your table and is cold.

    Fonda ForaResponded on February 1, 2023Hi MontserratZ, Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback, and I am sorry we weren't up to our standards on your most recent visit. Our tortillas should certainly always be arriving at the table hot and fresh, especially with how much time and care we put into making them. I will be chatting with chef and my team to make sure they are more consistent and to the expectations we hold for ourselves. Tyson Duben Operations Manager

  37. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great ambience, Very unique delicious dishes and best service I have experienced in calgary.

    Fonda ForaResponded on February 1, 2023Thank you so much! I will pass this on to my team. Tyson Duben Operations Manager

  38. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was fabulous and great to share! Chicken mole and the ribs with poblano sauce were the favorites.
  39. Lula

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 18, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The waiter was lovely, made us feel welcome and explained each dish thoroughly without getting confusing. The food was quite good, and every dish felt unique. The architecture of the restaurant is stunning as well.
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    It was lovely! The waiter was awesome!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily

FAQs

Fonda Fora offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (403) 764-6260.

Fonda Fora is rated 4.4 stars by 284 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

9:30 PM


Booked 33 times today
Google Map for Fonda Fora

630 4 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 0J9

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    4th Ave and 6th Street SW

  • Neighborhood

    Calgary

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 6:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:30 am–11:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 6:30 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 2:00 pm–5:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Unspecified

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Executive chef

    Chef Emilio Montenegro

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Cafe, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

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