Top Rated Nightlife in Calgary

The Garage Sports Bar is the sort of places guys sneak off to: a hip refuge of pool tables, satellite TV-fed sports and video games. Tucked into a corner of the downtown Eau Claire Market, the focus here is on shooting pool and the breeze over a few drinks and finger food. There are numerous bar-sized playing tables, all rented on a clock. Some fourteen televisions blast the latest hockey and football games, and a DJ has music constantly playing. Though it's billed as a restaurant, this is not a true sit-down experience, with a menu that tilts toward Italian Panini sandwiches and chicken wings.

Serving a whooping 1250 eggs benedict a month, it’s no wonder Diner Deluxe is always crowded. Styled in a very 1950s fashion, this humble diner caters to people looking for real wholesome food that feels like it came out straight out of mom’s kitchen. What’s better is that they have a weekly menu that offers something special, each day of the week. Those who wish to sample their legendary meatloaf and Grilled Cheese Sandwich will need to get in line, as this place gets pretty busy during the day. So much so that they refuse to take reservations or even entertain a group of more than six. But it's all worth it!

SS106 is a classy evening destination, essentially known for its Aperitivo, which is an alcoholic beverage consumed to increase the appetite. The kitchen is known to produce alluring dishes like rissottos and salads. The bar serves a wide range of wines, beers, Grappa and delicious cocktails like Gin+Juice and Wine Limonata, to effortlessly accompany your delicious meals. This elegant bar has an upscale vibe attached to it, enhanced by the spacious interiors, making the place perfect for an evening get together.

For some of the most succulent steaks and meat-cuts, look no further than The Keg. Located within the luxurious confines of the Westin Calgary, The Keg enthralls with an excellent menu comprising all your favorite steaks from Filet Mignon to Prime Rib and Teriyaki. The amount of efforts taken in the preparations right from choosing the finest cuts to the aging process ensures that patrons get nothing but the best. Apart from steaks, there's a good selection of seafood as well as chicken on the menu. The wine list presents and extensive choice to accompany your meal while the kids menu keeps the little ones happy. The interiors sport an fresh and contemporary look and is suited for a number of occasions from business dinners to casual and intimate meals. Service is spot-on and has received appreciation from a number of quarters. All-in-all, an excellent place for a refined meal of steaks.

Located in the middle of all the action in Calgary, Poco Loco Pizza makes some insanely awesome pizzas and for that they've even won awards. If you're thinking this is your average pizza joint then think again because Poco Loco also doubles up as a dive bar complete with karaoke and a large selection of drinks. Besides the dining area, there is a separate lounge that is mostly frequented by youngsters and rusty singers. An excellent little dive if you like the idea of downing a few drinks with great pizza for company.

With a wonderful ambiance to relax, live gigs and an elaborate menu to choose from, The Palomino has a lot to offer. Every dish is delicious, out of which you should try the Pulled Pork Poutine or the Alberta Cheese Steak or the Two Meat Platter or even the Fire Grilled Salmon Filet. Also, you may have problems aplenty as they have a wide range of drinks to select from. Adding to the food fiesta, they also have some brilliant bands mainly from the rock and roll genre, who drop by to entertain the crowd. Visit their website for more information.