We always have the best time here! It was the perfect end to our Valentine's Day date 2 years in a row. The staff are so wonderful and kind, and are always on top of everything even though it can get busy. They really make it feel like a second home for us. Food and drinks were spectacular as always! Mini Jamaican patties were so flaky and flavorful! The Big Crunch and Chili Heat baos were pillowy soft and had a generous portion of filling with the perfect amount of crunch and heat. And we tried Baked Oysters for the first time and they were to die for. We even got another round. We always love the drinks here and love exploring the menu but this time we didn't even think to deviate from our fave Clove & Chile, even though it was a very tough choice!! Thank you for an amazing Valentine's Day!
Trent \u0026 Kerri Sundgaard
Amazing cool vibe. Drinks are incredibly complex. Super funky, a box to check on your speak easy crawl
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gunnar Bell
Excellent cocktails, excellent service. They have a clear identity and the execution backs it up. Can’t wait to come back! Shoutout Austin for some great recommendations
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Michael Finstad
Mike Jones
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alejandra Trujillo
Came here for the first time to celebrate a friend’s birthday and it instantly set the tone for the night. The decor is so cool — stylish, fun, and the kind of place you want to hang out in for hours. The tacos were honestly some of the best I’ve had in a long time — fresh, flavorful, and the kind you keep thinking about after. We also tried the Palomas and they were perfectly balanced, not too sweet, not too strong. What really made the experience, though, was the service — friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcomed. This is absolutely the place to host a private event — it doesn’t disappoint. I’ll absolutely be back and can’t recommend it enough.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Juan Luis Bolivar
One of my absolute favorite cocktail bars in the city. I’ve been coming here for years and it’s always been solid, but hosting a private event here last week was next level.
This space is beautiful, moody, and perfectly set up for a great night. Huge shoutout to the bar team (Ryan, Paulina, Zaren) — talented, fast, and genuinely passionate. Every drink was on point. Also big credit to Chef McLaren — everybody loved the bites!
Best part? Most of our guests had never been before and they were all blown away. Everyone left talking about the place and planning their return.
Amazing drinks, great food, awesome vibe, and an all-around killer team. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rai Emm
I was really excited to come here but unfortunately we weren't able to be seated for some reason. This was going to be the last stop of our annual food tour. I guess we'll have to try again later. Here's hoping for next year. 🍻
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 1
S Mart
Would not seat us even in 2 groups. Not very friendly. This was the 2nd attempt to go, first time the chef was not there? Had lots of open seating but were not flexible
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Carlos Vera
Incredible place with unique decorations. The staff and the astonishing food make it worth it. Shelter is THE place for a private event.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Emma J
These drinks were so innovative , inspiring and delicious. Paulina was running the joint with ease and she totally made my night
Cozy cocktail bar with unique decor. Ryan and Rich are cool dudes and swell fellas, thank you for the recommendations
Yuliya D
We had Mixology event at this bar and it was great. The atmosphere, the cocktails, the customer service we received was fantastic. Even though it was a group event, Ryan took personalized approach and made sure that everyone enjoyed the cocktails. Highly recommended
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
M.M S.
Very intimate and chill place to have a pre night out or a calm date :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amanda Laine
Culinarians and cocktail lovers that appreciate creativity and quick thinking need to stop in here. Its an adventure everytime. Even if the dark moody setting isn't to your taste, its hard to find a more thoughtful cocktail in Calgary.
We always have the best time here! It was the perfect end to our Valentine's Day date 2 years in a row. The staff are so wonderful and kind, and are always on top of everything even though it can get busy. They really make it feel like a second home for us. Food and drinks were spectacular as always! Mini Jamaican patties were so flaky and flavorful! The Big Crunch and Chili Heat baos were pillowy soft and had a generous portion of filling with the perfect amount of crunch and heat. And we tried Baked Oysters for the first time and they were to die for. We even got another round. We always love the drinks here and love exploring the menu but this time we didn't even think to deviate from our fave Clove & Chile, even though it was a very tough choice!! Thank you for an amazing Valentine's Day!
Amazing cool vibe.
Drinks are incredibly complex.
Super funky, a box to check on your speak easy crawl
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent cocktails, excellent service. They have a clear identity and the execution backs it up. Can’t wait to come back! Shoutout Austin for some great recommendations
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Mike Jones
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Came here for the first time to celebrate a friend’s birthday and it instantly set the tone for the night. The decor is so cool — stylish, fun, and the kind of place you want to hang out in for hours. The tacos were honestly some of the best I’ve had in a long time — fresh, flavorful, and the kind you keep thinking about after. We also tried the Palomas and they were perfectly balanced, not too sweet, not too strong. What really made the experience, though, was the service — friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcomed. This is absolutely the place to host a private event — it doesn’t disappoint. I’ll absolutely be back and can’t recommend it enough.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of my absolute favorite cocktail bars in the city. I’ve been coming here for years and it’s always been solid, but hosting a private event here last week was next level.
This space is beautiful, moody, and perfectly set up for a great night. Huge shoutout to the bar team (Ryan, Paulina, Zaren) — talented, fast, and genuinely passionate. Every drink was on point. Also big credit to Chef McLaren — everybody loved the bites!
Best part? Most of our guests had never been before and they were all blown away. Everyone left talking about the place and planning their return.
Amazing drinks, great food, awesome vibe, and an all-around killer team. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was really excited to come here but unfortunately we weren't able to be seated for some reason. This was going to be the last stop of our annual food tour. I guess we'll have to try again later. Here's hoping for next year. 🍻
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 1
Would not seat us even in 2 groups. Not very friendly. This was the 2nd attempt to go, first time the chef was not there? Had lots of open seating but were not flexible
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Incredible place with unique decorations. The staff and the astonishing food make it worth it. Shelter is THE place for a private event.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
These drinks were so innovative , inspiring and delicious. Paulina was running the joint with ease and she totally made my night
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Cute little place, perfect for a date
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cozy cocktail bar with unique decor.
Ryan and Rich are cool dudes and swell fellas, thank you for the recommendations
We had Mixology event at this bar and it was great. The atmosphere, the cocktails, the customer service we received was fantastic. Even though it was a group event, Ryan took personalized approach and made sure that everyone enjoyed the cocktails. Highly recommended
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very intimate and chill place to have a pre night out or a calm date :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Culinarians and cocktail lovers that appreciate creativity and quick thinking need to stop in here. Its an adventure everytime. Even if the dark moody setting isn't to your taste, its hard to find a more thoughtful cocktail in Calgary.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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