Best Bars in Calgary
65 spots, ranked by real community signals — photos, ratings and honest verdicts. We never sell placement.
#1Leopold’s Tavern Calgary - Bowness
4.5(2,407 reviews)
Sports bar vibe with a menu that goes beyond pub standards — locals return often
#2Major Tom Bar
4.4(2,544 reviews)
Sky-high views and craft cocktails above the city's downtown core
#3Greta YYC
4.4(2,400 reviews)
Neighbourhood bar with cocktails, comfort food and a cozy corner-spot vibe
#4Leopold's Tavern Calgary - Elbow
4.6(1,647 reviews)
Upbeat sports bar with hearty pub fare and big screens for game day
#5Proof
4.6(1,535 reviews)
Classy cocktail bar where craft drinks meet gastropub fare in a warm setting
#6The Palace Theatre
4.4(2,139 reviews)
Historic bar in the heart of downtown with live music and a relaxed pub vibe
#7The Banquet (University District)
4.5(1,793 reviews)
Beloved neighbourhood bar where craft cocktails and comfort meet
#8The Blues Can
4.5(1,668 reviews)
Cozy neighbourhood bar where local blues lovers gather for cold beer and live music
- 🍽️#9
Aspire Lounge International, Calgary Airport
4.3(2,143 reviews)
Pre-flight lounge with hot meals, drinks, and a quiet escape from the terminal
#10Fire N Ice Bar & Lounge
4.2(2,480 reviews)
Hookah lounge with inventive cocktails and DJ sets drawing crowds late into the night
#11The Station Pub + Grill (Riverbend)
4.3(1,444 reviews)
Neighbourhood watering hole serving hearty pub fare and cold drafts since day one
#12Hudsons Canada's Pub
4.2(1,679 reviews)
Reliable pub grub and cold beers draw groups looking for an easygoing night out
- 🍽️#13
Ranchman’s Cookhouse & Dancehall
4.2(1,537 reviews)
Historic honky-tonk where Calgary comes together for live country music and cold beer
- 🍽️#14
Air Canada Lounge - Calgary Airport
4.2(1,123 reviews)
Airport lounge serving drinks and light bites before your flight
#15Madisons Restaurant & Bar
4.3(880 reviews)
Classic pub fare and craft beer in a welcoming neighbourhood spot
- 🍽️#16
Bootleggers Sports Bar & Grill
4.0(1,462 reviews)
Sports bar with hearty pub fare and a lively crowd on game days
#17Partners Pub & Grill
4.2(796 reviews)
Neighbourhood sports bar serving hearty comfort fare and cold beer in a relaxed setting
#18Woody's Taphouse
4.0(1,106 reviews)
Laid-back neighbourhood bar where locals gather over craft beer and pub food
- 🍽️#19
Ducky's Pub & Restaurant
4.2(766 reviews)
Neighbourhood bar where Calgary locals gather for cold beer and classic pub fare
#20Brickwell Taphouse
4.3(595 reviews)
Neighbourhood taphouse with a solid beer list and relaxed, friendly vibe
- 🍽️#21
Zero Latency OnTilt Calgary
4.7(330 reviews)
Virtual reality gaming meets craft beer in a high-energy hangout
#22403 Local
4.4(484 reviews)
Neighbourhood bar with craft beer on tap and hearty comfort plates
#23Commonwealth
3.7(1,520 reviews)
Sprawling bar with rooftop patio, pub fare and screens for game days
#24Cold Beer & Pizza
4.6(351 reviews)
Neighbourhood bar pairing craft brews with quality pizza in a laid-back space
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