Best Nightlife 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."

"Ship & Anchor Pub is one of Calgary’s most popular and diverse watering holes, and they have something for everyone. Treat yourself to delicious pub fare such as the Pork Scalopline BLT, Prawn Spaghetti, Beet & Goats Cheese Salad or a Pizza. Some vegan options are also available, as is a gluten-free menu."

"A post shared by Ship&AnchorPub (@shipandanchorpub) on Apr 19, 2019 at 9:05am PDT. It’s by far one of the most popular patios on 17th Avenue SW. During the summer, the Ship & Anchor pub is always packed to the max with an eclectic mix of faces both young and old."

"A post shared by Ship&AnchorPub (@shipandanchorpub) on Mar 18, 2019 at 10:59am PDT. If you haven’t hung out on this sunny spot during a warm day, have you ever truly enjoyed summer?. This much-loved pub boasts a killer outdoor space."

"Madison 1212 in Inglewood, not only has primo pre-lunch, post-breakfast food, and an adorable patio, they also have the cheapest mimosa’s in the city. This spring, check out the tasty inner-city spot, breathe in some fresh air and sip from flutes of champagne and juice for only $1.50. Where: 1212 9th Avenue SE, CalgaryInstagram: @Madisons1212"

"A post shared by Proof Cocktail Bar (@proofyyc) on Oct 21, 2019 at 3:47pm PDT. Proof is an amazing cocktail bar in Calgary and most of the credit goes to its settings and decor. How cool the fact is that you get to enjoy seasonal libations."

"You can’t go wrong with the one-of-a-kind cocktails from Proof’s ever-changing menu. Small plates are also great for snacking in the cozy 60-seat space."

"The music in the Palomino’s basement covers everything from punk to rock to roots with the odd dance party. On Fridays and Saturdays, there is often live music upstairs, too. The Palomino is right on the train line, so it’s easy to get to if you don’t drive."

"That’s something that would make The King proud, maybe write a little tune about it. Stuffed with peanut butter, banana, and honey with bacon and maple syrup on top. Next time I’m totally going to try the Bourbon Apple Pulled Pork French Toast."

"6 locations in Calgary including Shawnessy (41 Shawville Blvd SE), Southport (10606 Southport Road SW), Market Mall (3625 Shaganappi Trail NW), 8001 11 St SE, 888 7 Ave SW, and 29 Hopewell Way NE. As a kid, Moxie’s was always our favourite restaurant to go to as a family, and as a parent, it’s somewhere I love taking my own kids. The Kids Menu has items that are so tasty, I sneak bites of my son’s food when he isn’t looking (seriously, try the cheeseburger and tell me I’m wrong)."

"Originating in Calgary, this Canadian chain offers a diverse Canadian menu. The atmosphere is a little more upscale than most of the restaurant on this list but they are still very family friendly. The kids menu offers typical kid friendly options and comes with unlimited drinks as well as dessert."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Luca Nebuloni used under CC BY 2.0. Photo is only for illustrative purposes. Move over, Sunday Brunch, for the Kilkenny Irish Pub’s signature Saturday Brunch also steals the spotlight."

"This sunny rooftop in Walden serves up fish tacos and something called “potato nachos” — lattice fries topped with ooey-gooey cheese, beef and jalapenos. Add to that a slushy machine, margaritas and bulldogs."

"Paddy’s may have been voted one of the best new breweries in Alberta (by Alberta Brewer’s Association), but they also have a menu dedicated to food that is worth a visit. As you try their small batch brews (usually about 8 styles/flavours available at a time) you can delve into their smoked meats, sausage links, and homemade breads. Paddy’s Barbecue & Brewery: 3610 Burnsland Rd SE"

"They know this to be true at Paddy’s, which is equal parts barbecue joint and craft brewery. Show up hungry and tuck into slow-roasted beef brisket, turkey, pork ribs and more, sold by the pound on platters and served with pickles and bread. The rich flavours of barbecue can handle a bold beer, like the IPA-V1-2019, a new IPA series that debuted at the start of 2019."