50 Best Pubs in Calgary

“Great atmosphere, good food and excellent wait staff.“

“We ordered take-out for pickup at 5PM. The Steak Sandwich and blackened chicken were Perfection!“

“The atmosphere is a great local pub feel... drinks are cold service was great... food was mediocre to say the least. Not sure if we'd go back for anything other than wing night and pizza.“

“Walked in on Friday night with 8 people. There were seating options for us and the kitchen was still open. The food took a bit of time to come out but it was fairly late (around midnight). The pizza is made with a flatbread-type crust which I quite enjoyed. Glad we found this spot!“

“I attended a group function that was booked in the separate party room. We only had one server looking after drinks, although a few others brought food out. She was amazing! Also, the food came out at a good rate, given that there were about 50 people in our group. I ordered the beef dip and it was delicious!“

“Always great food at very good prices.“

“Great food and friendly atmosphere. I’d bring friends next time!“

“We went to the Tibb’s Eve kitchen party and it was so much fun. Great atmosphere, good food, live music, our server(Sarah?) was so friendly and funny and kept on top of everything on a very busy night. They even had a visit from a mummer! Will definitely visit again when we are in Calgary. Loved the whole experience!!!“

“This is my new favorite spot. It was my first time to celebrate a birthday, and it was amazing!

Our waitress was amazing. We were never left without a drink or food. The drinks were a great price, and the food was not only a great price, but tasted amazing! Shout out fir the scotch egg and banana bread pudding.

This is now my go to spot!“

“This is probably the most unique bar in Calgary. It has a very distinctly LGBTQ+ friendly vibe but it’s not strictly a gay bar and people of all types visit.

They have a very wide array of fun events, theme nights and music shows covering many different genres often not represented in other venues.

Main complaint is that they have a really poor beer selection and it’s probably the biggest reason I don’t come here more often.“

“I love this place, great staff and great food ❤️“

“Great food, friendly staff and great atmosphere. Love the fact they serve pints of Newcastle Brown Ale as well. Excellent!!“

“The food is EXCELLENT!!!!!“

“Had a great time $5 Beers went down well“

“My first visit to Taste of India (Strathcona location) yesterday, and it absolutely blew me away. The food was ridiculously delicious—every bite felt like it had something to prove, and it delivered.

What really made the experience stand out though was the atmosphere. The service wasn’t just great, it was warm, engaging, and genuinely welcoming. The conversation, the energy, the whole vibe—it felt like more than just a meal.

Safe to say, I’ve found my new favorite spot in Strathcona. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“Best place ever! Don’t Miss out on having a great time here! You won’t regret it !“

“great food,great service 😁😁😁“

“I always have a great time here, the bar staff are wonderful and I always feel like I'm at one big family reunion as everyone just parties together. Love the Karaoke!“

“Meghan was amazing!

Her positive attitude and professionalism really stood out, and she made me feel genuinely welcomed and well taken care of. She checked in at all the right times, kept everything running smoothly, and went above and beyond to provide amazing service. Thank you, Meghan, for making my visit so enjoyable — I’ll definitely be back!“

“We used to enjoy coming to Mugs Pub for their great wings especially on Tuesday and Wednesday. Unfortunately the owner has decided to keep a foul mouthed waitress on staff who is thankless with zero Customer Service skills. I am sure she would never last anywhere else. We miss the old server Christy...we decided to not come back after all these years!“

“The food is so yummy!!! Great friendly staff! Highly recommended!! 🌟🌟 ⭐ 🌟🌟“

“It’s a nice place , lots of good memories there . Kenan did a good with layout , theme and live entertainment ! Check it out on a weekend or meet a colleague there for lunch , the food is amazing .“

“Great food, unique menu. Amazing staff, always know when to take your order.“

“Great wings & friendly service!“

“OMG,,, the corn chowder was AMAZING!!“

“Amazing place for good time and great memories! Fun times!“

“Let’s be honest: I don’t go to The Governor’s Pub for the pub. I go because Kylie works there.. and frankly, she runs the place (not officially, but spiritually). If she ever leaves, I’ll probably follow her like a loyal golden retriever with a pint.

Kylie isn’t just a server, she’s a wizard of drinks, a ninja of timing, and a therapist with a tray. She remembers my order better than I do, makes everyone feel like a regular, and somehow manages to do it all while smiling like she didn’t just serve 87 wings to a table of loud guys watching the Flames lose again.

If you’re looking for cold beer, warm service, and someone who could probably manage a small country if she weren’t so busy making your night better.. go see Kylie. Honestly, she deserves a raise, a crown, and maybe a statue out front.“

“Good food and pleasant atmosphere great staff“

“We’ve lived in the area for 13 years and have been on-and-off Schooners patrons over the years. It’s one of those Calgary pubs that everyone seems to know — and to be honest, we’re not totally sure why. There’s nothing particularly standout, but the food is consistent, the drinks are cold, and it hits the mark when you just want something easy and familiar.

Living next door definitely adds to the convenience. It’s not fancy, but it’s reliable, and sometimes that’s all you need.“

“I have been living in the neighborhood for over 15 years now. I had stopped into Swiggs a few years ago. I did think nay this place is not for me. I had heard about their fish and chips a couple months ago. I thought I would give it another try. I have been totally happy with the service and food now. I almost go in weekly for the steak, fish and chips or wings on their special nights. I am so happy I decided to go in. It is almost a weekly stop now. Thank you so much to the chef Francis - the steaks are awesome. Thank you so much to the Service staff - Justen and Adria. It is always a pleasure to see your smiling faces. Keep up the great job :)“

“Smaller yet cozy neighborhood pub. Clean inside and friendly staff I've always found. Have some good specials and host karaoke as well during the week. Have been here a few times and never had a bad experience. Not very big space but still good to try out for a drink or two.“

“pretty cool bar, great service.❤️“

“What a fun place to party!! Great service! Friendly crowd! Reasonable prices.“

“Great staff, excellent pub food and great specials! Sunday brunch is fabulous.“

“Fun patio and fantastic service!“

“It was our first time dinning at this pub. The food was great & very good service. The restaurant had a nice vibe to it. The only issue I had was that they served my fish taco’s on a plate & not on a taco stand. They give you 3 per order & by the time I got to my 3rd one, the soft taco 🌮 bread was soggy. I still ate it but didn’t really enjoy as much as I did the first two.“

“I was there tonight with my Finace and my nephew and his girlfriend and it was amazing and I highly recommend this place to everyone. I have found my new favorite and to go to place. The staff is amazing and so is their mac and cheese to die for.“

“Shout out to Gary and his entire team! Gary makes you feel like family when you come in and his entire team makes you feel welcomed while you visit. Locos will always be a favourite not just after class but moving forward“

“Out of my 20 + years hosting music Trivia,karaoke and spinning music over 20 pubs in Calgary and Edmonton. Regal Beagle Macleod is hands down the best! Best vibe,Best staff,Best people! The owners believe in my Talent to entertain amazing crowds !! I've met so many awesome people whom I've become good friends with!! If you love music and laughing with friends it's the place to be!!!“

“Amazing atmosphere and we’re super accommodating with a bigger group, even though their kitchen had burnt down. Kemi gave us recommendations on drinks and was the BEST server we’ve ever had. Super funny and quick service for a Saturday night. Will 100% come again!!“

“Great place to hang out after a long day in the studio. The staff are amazing and friendly, even when it’s obvious that they are incredibly busy. Always a smile and a warm welcome! Thanks for becoming my “go to” wind down place.“

“Definitely my favorite place to go for drinks and food the staff and owner amazing people!!! music definitely great especially when they have their live DJ. Everyone's very welcoming love it here“

“Great experience and had a great time playing darts and billiards 🎱“

“Everything, friendly staff and good selection of beer!“

“Dom was a fantastic server - incredibly attentive and helpful, we were very fortunate to have him serving for us this evening. The rodizio staff were also all fantastic, and wonderful about bringing us our favorites toward the end of our visit. We were very pleased with our experience!“

“I can't believe how long we have lived in the vicinity of "Tops" and not discovered it. The food is amazing. No more "restaurant loginess" after a meal. Everything we have tried there is excellent. It's not all about the pizza. Try the beef dip, the lasagna and the spaghatti and meatballs. Their Greek salad is perfect. I downrated "atmosphere" a bit because if you don't enjoy the sports bar sounds they have a nice room for you off to the side. It's a bit dark and there's no view. But who cares anyway? You will be treated like a guest, not just a customer.“

“It was my first time visiting, I just wanted to check it out and get a late night drink and relax. I really loved the server Cat, she was so friendly and respectful. I had the Friday special cocktail it was amazing. I’ll definitely be coming back, and bring a friend. Thank you“