Before opening the space, the owners and collaborators of Model Milk sought to create a menu and a restaurant that would combine both innovation and comfort. They support local farmers by sourcing ingredients produced around the region, and seek to use every last inch of whatever produce and meat they can get their hands on. What has resulted is a restaurant and bar that feels both homey and elegant. Modern Milk is located within in an old creamery, so diners are seated at wood tables nestled against authentic brick walls that give the space mix of contemporary and rustic appeal. The menu focuses on simple, elegantly crafted dishes, while the beverage list is an artisanal cocktail-lover's dream. The restaurant also hosts a communal dinner every Sunday, during which guests share a family-style meal that includes a first and second course, as well as dessert.
This popular nightclub and bar hosts the city's up-and-coming bands with live music every night. You can also enjoy great food while you watch the bands performing live; the restaurant opens early to host breakfast and lunch, and is always willing to pour a drink. Choose from an excellent food menu of pub favorites and a spirit list to keep the night rocking. If you're hoping to find the next big band and soak up some local culture at the same time, drop into The Broken City where you're sure to do both.
A visitor walking through the wide front doors of this revived heritage bank building may quickly feel they've died and gone to Ireland. Patrons of the James Joyce Authentic Irish Pub appreciate the brews on tap (Guinness at three different temperatures and many other ales), as well as the acres of dark wood and utter absence of televisions or loud video game machines. The food includes modestly priced pub fare such as soups, stews and carved meats. For a big snack, try their Irish take on nachos.
Nestled in Eau Claire in Calgary, Commonwealth Bar & Stage is a premier nightlife destination for the people residing in Calgary. An old warehouse which was turned into a twin-level night club, it offers an ultimate experience with popular DJs who turn up the heat by playing some heart throbbing tracks. After shaking your leg on the groovy rap, electronic, hip hop and inde rock tunes, one can relish the range of food items served at this venue. The nights are themed with music played both upstairs and downstairs. The ambiance is electric and takes you into a different dimension.
Consistently voted among the top country clubs in the country, Ranchman's is a south Calgary favorite that has been packing people in for generations, particularly during the wild annual Calgary Stampede. While other clubs purport to be country, this is the real deal, with strapping young men pulling in by truck at night from the ranches that litter the land surrounding Calgary. The rodeo crowd also hangs out here when in town. There's live music in the dance hall section and a DJ in the bar up front, as well as on the outdoor patio. The attached restaurant serves steaks and burgers.
At Proof, each night is all about perfectly crafted cocktails and stress-free service. The quirky cocktail bar believes that their guests should be able to sip and savor without having to pack into a crowded bar, which is why they only allow in as many people as they have chairs. The bar has a seasonal menu that changes with ingredients they purchase from local producers, which means that guests are only served the freshest of cocktails and tapas. Also on offer are a curated selection of wines and beer.
Frenchie Wine Bar is a classy wine bar, essentially known for its dynamic wine list. This elegant bar serves delectable charcuterie, and other dishes like Grey Owl and Kaamps, featuring bold flavors and the best of ingredients. This quaint bar takes pride in its home made wine, prepared using locally sourced, organic ingredients. The tastefully done up interiors, delicious food and sophisticated ambiance, make Frenchie Wine Bar a great spot for spending time with loved ones.
A quaint bar and restaurant nestled amid the exciting environs of Beltline, LuLu is imbued with a sense of nostalgia which stems from its laid-back aura and atmosphere. The interior, which features wooden plank-like walls and comfortable seating, and the subtle and attractive decor accentuate the warmth the space is perpetually suffused in. Lounge out on the patio as you sip tasteful drinks or unwind within the confines of the establishment while you dig into delightful and savory bites like steamed lobster dumplings, Thai sausage, slow roasted lamb, oyster mushroom and chicken satay among others. Munch on flavorsome food as you relish the sophisticated taste of the ingenious beverages in a pleasant and friendly space.
Kingfisher Seafoods offer a warm and cozy ambiance with quick and attentive service. The restaurant is divided into three sections, and you're seated according to the size of your party. Offerings include some of the best seafood in the city including calamari, deep-fried oysters, clams fried in butter, prawns, scallops and char. There is an excellent sampling plate that consists of crab, mussels, clams and prawns, as well as an excellent dessert menu. Contact for further details.
Established in 1996, the Wild Rose Brewery has been delighting beer-lovers with fine quality craft brews. Velvet Fog, a Canadian Wheat Ale, WRaspberry Ale, made from real raspberry fruit and Stout are few of the gorgeous golden wonders brewed here. Take a tour around to find out the secret behind the brewing process. Once you're done exploring the brewery, head out to the delightful taproom and enjoy the fine brews in the company of beer-lovers. To accompany the brews is an above average food menu that has something for everyone. For those who wish to take their draft beer home, Wild Rose has engineered an ingenious contraption called the Party Pig, which stores and dispenses your favorite beer.
Standing tall among the sea of restaurants downtown, Una offers of an excellent selection of inspired pizzas in delightful thin-crust goodness and an exceptional wine list to go with it. A refreshing change from the standard pizza options dished out at many a pizzeria, the Mediterranean-inspired pizzas here have become an instant hit. By their own admission, there are no rules to the food and the chef makes sure that the results are delightful. Apart from pizzas itself, the menu comprises a selection of salads and other options. The wine list is exceptionally diverse and offers a great choice. The intimate interiors see a constant buzz and have a refreshing vibe about them. Seating is on a first-come basis without the possibility of reservations. Service is a pleasure and has received accolades from all quarters. Winner of several awards not only for its food, but also its service, Una is one of the best pizza places downtown.
The Goliath Bathhouse shares entrances with The Texas Lounge, a bar for the fun and queer. An exciting place to meet new people, the bar serves predominately a male crowd. Happy bartenders aid in enjoying the happy hour schedule and Tuesdays are all about special requests at the karaoke station. Popular among the gay community, The Texas Lounge is where you'd go for a wild night in Calgary.