Best & Cool Bars in Alberta

"The bar with the ultimate craft beer selection also serves up the ultimate patio experience. Catch all those summer vibes you’ve been looking for while enjoying the backdrop of Calgary’s towering skyline. The patio serves a full menu with daily specials of wine-on-tap, summer cocktails and local beer, providing endless options to quench your thirst."

"In addition to being a great place to try local craft beers, CRAFT downtown is also a great place to enjoy city views. Their rooftop patio is a large and trendy space with its own bar, and shelters for rainy days. Enjoy your fine pub food, craft beer, and cocktails in the open air of downtown Calgary- rain or shine."

"Are you a true Calgarian if you haven’t stepped foot inside Craft’s rooftop patio?. Address: 345 10 Ave SWMenu: craftbeermarket.ca"

"Broken City is one of the best Calgary nightclubs if you want one that serves as a safe place for independent artists to perform their live music and entertainment. They also offer pub food, cocktails, brews, and patio seating to accommodate people from different walks of life, all coming together to celebrate their love for music and art. Basically, Broken City is the place to be for those who are in the mood for comedy, trivia nights, live entertainment, DJ sets, and even karaoke nights."

"The rooftop patio at this popular rock club-watering hole is open whenever the weather is decent, but, once the seasons change and temperatures stay above zero overnight, management opens a dedicated full-service bar (as well as washrooms!) upstairs and the good times really start to roll."

"Best known as one of Calgary’s favourite music venues, Broken City also has a surprisingly hefty vegan and vegetarian menu. Nosh on cauliflower “wings,” hummus with grilled veggies, chickpea fries, or hearty vegan chili. Location: 613 11 Ave SW, Calgary"

"Bridgette Bar is known for having one of the coolest designs in the city, but J.P. Pedhirney’s food at the chef-driven wine bar is just as good, if not better, than the ambience. Share small plates like the signature rabbit toast or “garlic bread,” a fried pastry stuffed with gooey cheese curds."

"The service was great, our waiter was knowledgeable, friendly and quick. The food was outstanding, we shared four dished and a starter."

"Locally owned, the four different locations all have their own flavour, catering specifically to their specific neighbourhood. What the all have in common is a relaxed atmosphere, communal tables, good food and a great selection of beer. Calgary has really become a beer town in recent years and in addition to some international favourites, National does a good job of representing many of Calgary’s best breweries."

"A post shared by National on 10th (@ntnl10) on Mar 20, 2019 at 12:46pm PDT. Like its sister developments, National on 10th Ave also has one of the best patios in Calgary located on the rooftop of the building. Also like its sister developments, you’ll be hard pressed to get a spot during peak times so try to arrive early."

"360 225 8 Ave SW A rooftop patio paradise perfected with potted plants, twinkling lights and incredible views of Stephen Avenue. This patio also offers activities including cornhole and ping pong.ntnl.ca"

"A post shared by National on 8th (@ntnl8) on Mar 22, 2017 at 1:17pm PDT. The newest member of the National family in YYC is situated in the downtown core in Scotia Centre. National on 8th has western Canada’s largest rooftop patio, with tons of seating, ping pong tables, corn hole games, and full service patio bars, this is one of the best patios in the city."

"The city views off the National rooftop patio put you in a beautiful urban setting for enjoying their gourmet pizzas, crafty cocktails, and weekend brunches. The large outdoor area has spaces for sunbathers and spaces for shade-seekers, but you can also dine under the downtown Calgary lights at night. National on 8th: #360 225 8 Ave."

"Bowling in a bar is the ultimate couples date night activity. Challenge each other to a friendly round of bowling in an adults-only atmosphere (after 7 p.m.) and choose your eats from the full National menu. Lanes accommodate up to eight people, so this is a great spot for double or group dates."

"Merchants Restaurant & Bar is a newer addition to the more than 130 shops and places to dine in this vibrant district. Craft beers, hand-rolled pizza, and a patio facing the south is what you can expect when you head here for a meal. The patio behind the parking lot seats roughly 80 people and is far enough back to give you a little privacy while you enjoy your meal."

"It wasn't long before it became a favourite pub for anyone looking for upscale pub food as well as delicious craft beer. Do you happen to like wine?. If yes then you should make plans to come on Tuesday when you can get a bottle for half price."

"This intimate, 20-seat wine bar is tucked behind Una Pizza + Wine. Come here for an after-dinner glass of vino or, for something easy on the wallet, come for half-priced fondue on Wednesdays and Sundays. The restaurant doesn’t take reservations, so be sure to show up early than and spend some extra quality time together."

"The home of one of Calgary’s first hidden spaces can be found cloaked behind rich velvet curtains high above the popular beer hall National on 10th. This speakeasy looks like a page out of Hugh Hefner’s personal photo album and specializes in the namesake brown liquor, while National also includes additional secret spaces like a hidden private dining room that very few locals even know about. See if you can find it!"

"Curbside pick-up for takeout orders and delivery through DoorDash and Skip the Dishes. Takeout orders are 15 per cent off and from April 1 to 30, AHS workers receive 25 per cent off (please bring your AHS badge). 107, 3851 Manchester Rd."

"Named one of the top 100 restaurants in the entire country, we could not recommend that you check this place out enough. Serving Indian fusion, Veg-In has become a favourite among plant-based loving Calgarians and even their meat-eating counterparts!. Where: 215 6 Ave SE, CalgaryInstagram: @VeginYYC"

"Image SourceIf you are craving the flavors and aromas of some Kashmiri food, Moti Mahal will offer you with the best Indian food in Calgary. Some of the signature dishes are butter chicken and their vegetable specialties. The food here is so good that it is a hi even amongst Canadians and travelers from other countries, and not just Indians.Address: 1805 14 St SW, Calgary, AB T2T 3T1"

"The menu, full of vegetarian and meat dishes, is laid out by specialties like chicken, lamb, seafood, paneer, tandoori and vegetable. The vegetable specialties is one of the bigger sections, with options like chopped okra, mixed vegetable curry and eggplant bartha. 1805 14 St. S.W., 403-228-9990 and 38, 240 Midpark Way S.E., 403-201-7336, motimahal.ca"

"Moti Mahal Restaurant is an Indian Restaurant based in Canada that has already been in service for over 26 years. They are ranked #4 on Food Network’s “Top 10 Popular Indian Restaurants in Canada."

"A post shared by Misato Sushi and Grill (@misatosushiandgrill). One thing we loved about Misato in Signal Hill was its rolls. They are bigger than many other sushi restaurants and taste just as good as they look, ensuring you're more than full (and delighted) after each visit."

"Zipang is known for the freshest and most generous slices of sashimi you’ll ever try!!. This Calgary sushi restaurant is also famous for having the cleanest cuts in the city and for using fresh fish from Japan that other sushi restaurants do not carry. The Chef and the owner Naoya"

"Opened since 2004, Sushi Bar Zipang offers an extensive selection of sushi and sashimi with fish from Japan, East Coast and West Coast Canada, and Mexico. Owner Chef Naoya Umino learned from Chef Hiro Hyakutake of Sushi Hiro."

"Sushi Bar Zipang has not one, but two of the local favourite shrimp rolls in Calgary. You might have so much trouble choosing between the Ebi Tempura Roll and the Spicy Hotate Roll that you end up getting them both."

"At this is a 4-star resort you can count on world class facilities at Grey Eagle & Resort Casino and this isn’t only limited to the casino. This gambling establishment is also equipped with full service meeting rooms and a business center so there’s more going on at this place than just gambling and fun. With its more than 84,000 square feet, the casino floor is huge."

"We had the best meal I ever had at a casino buffet and we eat at a few of them especially in the USA. I would super recommend your establishment to all my friends and followers on Facebook. All I can say is koodos to you all and hope all great future endeavours to your establishment."

"Offering indoor pool with a water slide and a fitness center, The Glenmore Inn & Convention Center is located in Calgary. Free WiFi access is available. Calgary Stampede is 15 minutes’ drive away.Air-conditioned rooms offer a flat-screen TV, work desk, and refrigerator."

"Take your family vacation to the max with the pool and waterslide at Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre. Kids will love the twists and turns of the waterslide and parents will appreciate a chance to relax and unwind in the hot tub. Address: 1000 Glenmore Ct SE"