Satsuki in Calgary's Kensington district offers kaiseki-style Japanese cuisine from Chef May May, with reservations taken by phone.
At a glance
- Chef
- May May
- Booking
- Phone reservations
- Category
- English friendly
- Cuisine
- Kaiseki
Satsuki sits on Kensington Rd NW in Northwest Calgary, a short walk from the neighborhood's shops and cafes. The restaurant is built around kaiseki, the multi-course seasonal tradition of Japanese cuisine, with menus that change through the year based on available ingredients.
Chef May May leads the kitchen. The restaurant's name references the Japanese word for the month of May, which is also her birth month, and the dining experience is framed as a guided journey through traditional Japanese courses rather than an à la carte menu. Chef May May has also sourced a sake list that includes bottles described as previously unavailable in Canada.
Satsuki is open Wednesday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and closed Mondays and Tuesdays. The restaurant is listed as English friendly, making it accessible to visitors who don't speak Japanese.
Reservations are handled by phone rather than through an online booking system. Guests can call (403) 300-2405 to arrange a seating. For specifics on pricing, seat count, and course structure, confirming directly with the restaurant is recommended, as this information is not published.
Good to know
- How do I book a table at Satsuki?
- Reservations are made by phone at (403) 300-2405; there is no online booking system listed.
- Who is the chef at Satsuki?
- Chef May May leads the kitchen and curates the seasonal kaiseki menu and sake list.
- What type of cuisine does Satsuki serve?
- Satsuki serves kaiseki, the traditional multi-course Japanese dining format, with menus that change seasonally.
- What are Satsuki's hours?
- Satsuki is open Wednesday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
- Is English spoken at Satsuki?
- Yes, Satsuki is listed as English friendly, so non-Japanese-speaking guests can communicate easily with staff.
Details checked October 2, 2026. Prices and hours change; confirm before you go.
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