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and late nights in a mid-century modern setting . 739 - 10 Ave SW . Map 2 , G2 bridgettebar . com
CANNIBALE A unique space that houses a classic fullservice barbershop and a trendy cocktail bar serving craft beer , wine , delicious cocktails , and food . Entrees : $$ 813 - 1 Ave NE , 403-454-5808 . Map 2 , B10 www . cannibale . ca
CRAFT BEER MARKET The huge bar features a stunning array of tap handles , meaning you get to choose from over 100 craft beers on tap . Hungry ? The food is upscale gastropub fare that is made in-house with fresh , regionally sourced ingredients . Entrees : $$ 345 - 10 Ave SW , 403-514-2337 . Map 2 , G4 www . craftbeermarket . ca
HOME & AWAY A vintage-chic sports bar , Home & Away offers upscale eats such as pork belly mac and cheese or the Wagyu beef home dog . Watch the game on one of their many TVs or play on their arcade style sports games . Entrees : $$ 1331 - 17 Ave SW , 403-455-9789 . Map 1 , H5 www . homeandawayyyc . com
THE JAMES JOYCE A downtown Irish pub that hops non-stop , particularly on weekend evenings . The specialty of the house is Guinness poured at three temperatures . Entrees : $$ 114 - 8 Ave SW , 403-262-0708 . Map 3 , F10 www . jamesjoycepub . com
LAST BEST BREWING & DISTILLING A trendy brewpub with its own line of beers and a great menu full of upscale pub classics . The large patio is a hidden gem . Entrees : $$ 607 - 11 Ave SW , 587-353-7387 . Map 2 , G3 www . lastbestbrewing . com
LOCAL Part of a small , Canadian chain of gastro-pubs , this comfy space on Stephen Avenue caters to the afterwork crowd . Try the house-made organic veggie burger topped with arugula , almonds and Swiss cheese or the churros : crispy , cinnamon-covered dough sticks with hazelnut chocolate sauce for dipping . Entrees : $$ 310 - 8 Ave SW , 403-264-7808 . localon8thave . com
MIDTOWN KITCHEN & BAR This sophisticated but casual eatery offers 60 craft beers and an extensive wine and cocktail list . The menu is upscale comfort food — try the rotisserie pulled chicken sandwich with arugula , roast fennel , parmesan and cabbage slaw . Entrees : $$ 302 - 10 St NW , 403-474-2555 . midtownkitchen . ca
MILL STREET BREWERY Craft beer and upscale pub fare like braised lamb shank and venison reubens . 219 - 17 Ave SW , 403-454-6871 . Map 2 , H5 millstreetbrewery . com
NATIONAL North American craft brews and cocktails served at communal tables , along with contemporary pub cuisine . The beer hall ’ s 10 Ave location boasts its own vintage 10-pin bowling alley . The Westhills / Stewart Green location is family friendly . Entrees : $$ 180 Stewart Green SW , 403-685-6801 . Map 1 , I3 550 - 17 Ave SW , 403-229-0226 . Map 2 , G5 360 , 225 - 8 Ave , 403-237-5556 . Map 3 , E6 341 - 10 Ave SW , 403-474-2739 . Map 3 , G5 ntnl . ca
OAK TREE TAVERN This bar features house-made pub fare and Local Village Brewery beer . Features a seasonal wooden patio with a fantastic view of downtown Calgary . Entrees : $$ 124 - 10 St NW , 403-270-3347 . Map 1 , G5 www . oaktreetavern . ca
PIG & DUKE NEIGHBOURHOOD PUB This pub features traditional pub fare and an extensive list of premium
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beer brands . Its bacon-themed menu features The Pig , a 12-ounce beef burger topped with ham , smoked bacon , avocado , cheddar and onion rings . Entrees : $$ 1312 - 12 Ave SW , 403-245-8487 . Map 2 , G4 503 - 4 Ave SW , 403-452-0539
PROOF COCKTAIL BAR Trendy cocktail bar with an extensive list of innovative and classic creations . Small plates are available . Take note that they do not take reservations . 1302 - 1 St SW , 403-264-2414 . Map 2 , H5 www . proofyyc . com
RANCHMAN ’ S This authentic saloon brings in the real cowboys with live country bands , large dance floor and barbecue fare . Fantastic two-step dancing . Live weekly entertainment . Drop-in dance lessons throughout week .
Entrees : $$ 9615 Macleod Tr S , 403-253-1100 . Map 1 , K6 www . ranchmans . com
RICARDO ’ S HIDEAWAY A rum bar serving delicious crafted cocktails and latin food . Entrees : $$ 1530 - 5 St SW , 587-349-2585 . Map 2 , I3 www . ricardoshideaway . ca
SHIP & ANCHOR This alternative English pub serves excellent pub fare including fish and chips , veggie burger and poutine . Entrees : $ 534 - 17 Ave SW , 403-245-3333 . Map 2 , G5 www . shipandanchor . com
THE STILL FINE SPIRITS & EDIBLES Serving exquisite spirits and made from scratch cuisine with gluten free and vegetarian options available . Entrees : $$ 270 - 14 Ave SE , 403-500-8885 . Map 2 , H6 www . thestillfinespirits . com
SWINE & SOW WINE & ALE HOUSE This farm-focused tavern is an homage to pork , craft beer , and high-quality wine . Serving comfort food with a twist , its menu features the swine burger with house-cured pork belly and back bacon as well as poutine with crispy pork hock and braised oxtail . For dessert , try the maple bacon crème brûlée . Entrees : $$$ 131 - 6 Ave SW , 403-237-9585 . Map 2 , E5 www . swineandsow . com
TROLLEY 5 A local brewpub on the bustling 17th Avenue that serves a wide selection of pub classics including mac n ’ cheese , fish tacos , and smokehouse favourites . Brunch is also available . Entrees : $$ 728 - 17 Ave SW , 403-454-3731 . Map 2 , I3 www . trolley5 . com
UNICORN SUPER PUB , THE Calgary ’ s “ original pub ” is back and better than ever ! Three separate areas combine the sprawling pub , complete with a Mexican sports cantina and a Celtic cellar . Entrees : $$ 223 - 8 Ave SW , 403-265-3665 . Map 2 , F5 www . superpub . ca
BISTROS AIDA ’ S BISTRO This bright Mediterranean bistro features authentic , homemade Lebanese cuisine and friendly service . Takeout and catering available . Entrees : $$ 2208 - 4 St SW , 403-541-1189 . Map 1 , H6 www . aidasbistro . ca
BISTRO ROUGE Casual sister restaurant of critically acclaimed Rouge . Menu includes grilled paillards , rotisserie and other classic bistro dishes . Entrees : $$$ 308 , 1919 Sirocco Dr SW , 403-514-0561 . Map 1 , H3 www . bistrorougeyyc . com
MONKI BREAKFASTCLUB & BISTRO A contemporary breakfast bistro in the Beltline featuring gourmet breakfast fare including paninis , Benedict dishes , and more . Entrees : $$ 1301 - 10 Ave SW , 587-352-7131 . Map 3 , G1 twitter . com / monkibistro
YELLOW DOOR BISTRO Yellow Door Bistro serves contempoary French-inspired breakfast , lunch , and dinner . Dishes include lobster bisque with a foie gras cream , ricotta gnocchi , and duck cassoulet . 6:30 am - 10 pm daily . Entrees : $$ 119 - 12 Ave SW , 403-206-9585 . Map 2 , H5 www . yellowdoorbistro . ca
BREWERIES BANDED PEAK BREWING A local micro brewery that produces three distinct craft beer creations inspired by the Canadian Rockies . 519 - 34 Ave SE , 403-630-9395 . Map 1 , I6 www . bandedpeakbrewing . com
CALGARY BREWERY TOURS Taste your way through Calgary ’ s brewery and distillery scene on a lively tour , with drink samples and talks . 403-299-4910 . www . calgarybrewerytours . com
COLD GARDEN BEVERAGE COMPANY A Calgary-based brewery with a line of traditional and “ eccentric ” beers such as Cakeface , a Marzen style lager brewed with real vanilla beans . 1100 - 11 St SE . www . coldgarden . ca
COMMON CROWN BREWING CO Founded by two brothers and their good friend , this local brewery features a taproom for sampling their creations . 943 - 28 St NE , 403-277-8000 . www . commoncrown . ca
HIGH LINE BREWING This Inglewood brewery offers an always evolving selection of craft beer with up to eight original recipes on tap at a time . 1318 - 9 Ave SE , highlinebrewing . com
OUTCAST BREWING A small contract craft brewery on tap at a few locations in Alberta . Their latest is Phantom Ship Double IPA , with a fruity aroma . www . facebook . com / outcastbrewingco
TOOLSHED BREWING COMPANY Calgarians have been enjoying Toolshed beers ever since they were brewing out of Dead Frog Brewery in BC . Now , the local brewery has their own space in Calgary and brews three flagship beers that are deliciously thirst-quenching . Tours are available by appointment . The on-site shop is stocked with their flagship beers and Toolshed-branded merchandise . 801 - 30 St NE , 403-775-1749 . Map 1 , G8 www . toolshedbrewing . com
VILLAGE BREWERY This craft brewery is centred around the idea that “ it takes a village ” to build a great community . They ’ ve got four flagship beers and a rotating selection of seasonal beers . Tours are available at 12:30 pm on the first and third Saturday of every month . Tours are $ 15 per person and include samples of all of their beers , a pint of your favourite Village beer , and a Village Brewery pint glass to take home . 5000 - 12A St SE , 403-243-3327 . Map 1 , I7 www . villagebrewery . com
WILD ROSE BREWERY These locally brewed craft beers are only available in Alberta — try the fruity WRaspberry Ale , the signature smooth Velvet Fog , or any of their other six staple beers . Their seasonal varieties are often only available on tap at the brewery . Enjoy a beer and meal in the Tap Room or take a tour of the brewery . Tours are available on Sundays at 1 pm for $ 29 per person , and must be booked in advance . Tours include a tasting session of six beer samples , a beer tasting lesson , and a Wild Rose pint glass to take home . 2 , 4580 Quesnay Wood Dr SW , 403-720-2733 . Map 1 , I4 www . wildrosebrewery . com
BURGERS FATBURGER An extensive menu including AAA Angus beef burgers , turkey and veggie burgers , chicken sandwiches , homemade onion rings and five kinds of shakes with hand scooped ice cream . Most locations are
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Learn the stories behind several local breweries — and try a lot of beer , too — with Calgary Brewery Tours . A guide will transport you between different craft brewers while you enjoy snacks , drink samples , and more . Call 1-866-279-1999 or visit calgarybrewerytours . beer to book a tour .
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