Guidebook for Calgary
Food Scene
Always a great experience. Pizza is probably the best thin crust pizza in town. The service is always perfect. The new wine bar in the back to wait for your table is AWESOME. It's such a cool atmosphere like a speak easy. Was almost fun to wait. The new fresh ricotta is AMAZING!
91 locals recommend
UNA Takeaway
616 17 Ave SWAlways a great experience. Pizza is probably the best thin crust pizza in town. The service is always perfect. The new wine bar in the back to wait for your table is AWESOME. It's such a cool atmosphere like a speak easy. Was almost fun to wait. The new fresh ricotta is AMAZING!
One of a kind, the only one in the city, family owned best burgers and milkshakes. There can be long line ups during summer time when everyone comes here for the milkshakes however; the service is incredibly fast. You can mix up to 3 flavors in one milk shake, there is up to 4500 combinations available here. Awesome fresh fruit sundaes as well. Oh and if you rather eat your dessert than drinking it, banana split and dipped cones are awesome. The burgers and hot dogs are also very good. A must try if you're in Calgary!
79 locals recommend
Peters' Drive-In
219 16 Ave NEOne of a kind, the only one in the city, family owned best burgers and milkshakes. There can be long line ups during summer time when everyone comes here for the milkshakes however; the service is incredibly fast. You can mix up to 3 flavors in one milk shake, there is up to 4500 combinations available here. Awesome fresh fruit sundaes as well. Oh and if you rather eat your dessert than drinking it, banana split and dipped cones are awesome. The burgers and hot dogs are also very good. A must try if you're in Calgary!
Best hot dogs ever. Awesome, Awesome, Awesome. You have to go just to experience it. Don't forget to play one of the cool 1980s arcade games while you are there as well. Still at the 1980s prices. What more could you ask for.
29 locals recommend
Tubby Dog
1022 17 Ave SWBest hot dogs ever. Awesome, Awesome, Awesome. You have to go just to experience it. Don't forget to play one of the cool 1980s arcade games while you are there as well. Still at the 1980s prices. What more could you ask for.
Kinjo
7101 Macleod Trail SWAmici Italian Grill & Lounge
500 Country Hills Blvd NEThe Wednesday Room
118 8 Ave SWThe Big Cheese Poutinerie
738 17 Ave SWMadisons Restaurant & Bar
8120 Beddington Blvd NWSeniore's Pizza Restaurant
176 Bedford Dr NECoCo Fresh Tea & Juice
3400 16 Ave NEThe Canadian Brewhouse (Harvest Hills)
9650 Harvest Hills Blvd NBuffet Yangtze
901 64 Ave NEOriginal Joe's Restaurant & Bar
2047 34 Ave SWCactus Club Cafe Stephen Avenue
178 3 St SWEarls Kitchen + Bar
2401 4 St SWJoey's Seafood Restaurants
350 32 Ave NECaesar's Steak House & Lounge
512 4 Ave SWMODERN STEAK on Stephen Avenue
100 8 Ave SECharcut
899 Centre St SDeane House
806 9 Ave SEOEB
222 5 Avenue SouthwestPigeonhole
306 17 Ave SWModel Citizen
308 17 Ave SWRiver Cafe
Sky 360
101 9 Ave SWTeatro Ristorante
200 8 Ave SEVillage Ice Cream
431 10 Ave SEBlue Star Diner
809 1 Ave NEdiner deluxe
804 Edmonton TrailPfanntastic Pannenkoek Haus
2439 54 Ave SWRed's Diner
1415 4 St SWDrinks & Nightlife
Ming is a long-standing staple on Calgary's 17th Ave. For people looking to break w/ the more pub-like atmosphere of some of our other well respected venues in the area, Ming is likely the right place. They have a large selection of Martini's and the best Ginger Beef I've tasted. The staff is always helpful and recently worked to give my wife a Surprise BDay party in the "Red Room". The only down-side I see to Ming these days is that it is not as busy as it once was - give Ming your business and help ensure the venue's continued longevity on 17th Ave.
PS - let your friends attempt to pick up the coins on the floor.
7 locals recommend
Ming Asian Bistro and Bar
520 17 Ave SWMing is a long-standing staple on Calgary's 17th Ave. For people looking to break w/ the more pub-like atmosphere of some of our other well respected venues in the area, Ming is likely the right place. They have a large selection of Martini's and the best Ginger Beef I've tasted. The staff is always helpful and recently worked to give my wife a Surprise BDay party in the "Red Room". The only down-side I see to Ming these days is that it is not as busy as it once was - give Ming your business and help ensure the venue's continued longevity on 17th Ave.
PS - let your friends attempt to pick up the coins on the floor.
NTNL is a great beer hall that is worth checking out whether it's a quiet Wednesday night or a crazy weekend party. The food is always decent and the beer selection is of course very wide. The new rooftop patio is a cool little spot that is well shaded for hot summer afternoons. The bowling alley is a really awesome place to enjoy some games while you're able to drink while plain 10 pin bowling.
109 locals recommend
National on 10th
341 10 Ave SWNTNL is a great beer hall that is worth checking out whether it's a quiet Wednesday night or a crazy weekend party. The food is always decent and the beer selection is of course very wide. The new rooftop patio is a cool little spot that is well shaded for hot summer afternoons. The bowling alley is a really awesome place to enjoy some games while you're able to drink while plain 10 pin bowling.
Habitat Living Sound
1217 1 St SWBroken City
613 11 Ave SWCowboys Dance Hall
421 12 Ave SEThe Milk Tiger Lounge
2004 4 St SWThe Ship & Anchor
534 17 Ave SWFire N Ice Bar & Sheesha Lounge
854 16 Ave SWUNTITLED Champagne Lounge
620 8 Ave SWNational on 10th
341 10 Ave SWBeckham's Pub & Eatery
1355 32 Ave NEShark Club Sports Bar & Grill
7995 11 St SEKensington BRZ
203 10A St NWBetty Lou's Library
The Milk Tiger Lounge
2004 4 St SWThe Kilkenny Irish Pub
3630 Brentwood Rd NWLast Best Brewing & Distilling
607 11 Ave SWCannibale Barbershop & Cocktails
813 1 Ave NEBlanco Cantina
723 17 Ave SWCommonwealth Night Club
731 10 Ave SWBarcelona Tavern
501 8 Ave SWThe Ship & Anchor
534 17 Ave SWOne Night Stan's Bar Room & Divery
520 17 Ave SWSightseeing
The Calgary Tower is a fun stop and must do in the city. Some people may not want to pay for a ticket to look out the window, but I thought it was worth it. The glass bottom floor is fun and the 360 panoramic views of the city stretching all the way to the foothills of the Rockies is pretty cool. It was a clear day the day that I went, so the ring of mountains around the city was looming in the horizon. When you go, just make sure that it is a clear and sunny day to get the best bang for your buck in terms of the spectacular views. And, it is great for shots of Calgary's towering downtown skyscrapers.
757 locals recommend
Calgary Tower
101 9 Ave SWThe Calgary Tower is a fun stop and must do in the city. Some people may not want to pay for a ticket to look out the window, but I thought it was worth it. The glass bottom floor is fun and the 360 panoramic views of the city stretching all the way to the foothills of the Rockies is pretty cool. It was a clear day the day that I went, so the ring of mountains around the city was looming in the horizon. When you go, just make sure that it is a clear and sunny day to get the best bang for your buck in terms of the spectacular views. And, it is great for shots of Calgary's towering downtown skyscrapers.
Prince's Island Park
698 Eau Claire Ave SWPeace Bridge
Peace BridgeCalgary Zoo
Calgary Tower
101 9 Ave SWParks & Nature
I love walking here any time of the day. Such a scenic and tranquil green space in the heart of downtown Calgary. The flowers are spectacular and the walkways and grassy areas are well maintained. Sometimes there are talented buskers playing instruments which makes the walk even more enjoyable. Another bonus are the food stands, especially the soft ice cream truck!
419 locals recommend
Prince's Island Park
698 Eau Claire Ave SWI love walking here any time of the day. Such a scenic and tranquil green space in the heart of downtown Calgary. The flowers are spectacular and the walkways and grassy areas are well maintained. Sometimes there are talented buskers playing instruments which makes the walk even more enjoyable. Another bonus are the food stands, especially the soft ice cream truck!
Nose Hill Park
6465 14 St NWConfederation Park
905 30 Ave NWPrairie Winds Park
223 Castleridge Blvd NEPrince's Island Park
698 Eau Claire Ave SWRiley Park
800 12 St NWBowness Park
8900 48 Ave NWArts & Culture
The glenbow is always enjoyable to go to. One of the best museums in Canada. A must visit for anyone in Calgary. The exhibitions and displays are very well curated. The sculptures and art are magnificent. It's also nice that the first Thursday of every month is free entry.
492 locals recommend
Glenbow Museum
130 9 Ave SEThe glenbow is always enjoyable to go to. One of the best museums in Canada. A must visit for anyone in Calgary. The exhibitions and displays are very well curated. The sculptures and art are magnificent. It's also nice that the first Thursday of every month is free entry.
Glenbow Museum
130 9 Ave SEEsker Foundation
1011 9 Ave SEContemporary Calgary
701 11 Street SouthwestShopping
This is a great Mall. It's upscale and there are a lot of trendy stores. It seems that it's run really well. Typically there isn't garbage anywhere and tenants who leave are filled quickly. I also like how they manage traffic in the front. It has all of the best stores, one of the best mall food courts that I have seen anywhere, the Cineplex Cinemas and it is so easy to access it via the C-Train from downtown. It is always busy, it is nice inside and well designed in terms of finding your way around easily. One of the best malls in Calgary.
235 locals recommend
6455 Macleod Trail SW
6455 Macleod Trail SWThis is a great Mall. It's upscale and there are a lot of trendy stores. It seems that it's run really well. Typically there isn't garbage anywhere and tenants who leave are filled quickly. I also like how they manage traffic in the front. It has all of the best stores, one of the best mall food courts that I have seen anywhere, the Cineplex Cinemas and it is so easy to access it via the C-Train from downtown. It is always busy, it is nice inside and well designed in terms of finding your way around easily. One of the best malls in Calgary.
CF Chinook Centre
6455 Macleod TrailCalgary Farmers' Market
510 77 Ave SECrossIron Mills
261055 Crossiron BlvdEssentials
Fortunately, the grocery store is easy to use on the way to and from work. Lower price s than Co-op. And the staff are friendly. Very nice produce section, has a few items you won't find at other Safeway in the city.
102 locals recommend
Safeway Beltline
813 11 Ave SWFortunately, the grocery store is easy to use on the way to and from work. Lower price s than Co-op. And the staff are friendly. Very nice produce section, has a few items you won't find at other Safeway in the city.
Real Canadian Superstore
7020 4 St NW