Dmytro was fantastic and attentive on our first night in Calgary at this charming restaurant on top…read moreof the Element-Westin downtown. The wine list and cocktails were top notch. Food was perfection. A really high end experience in an unlikely location. Such a wonderful surprise and we would definitely come back here to try more menu items. The only issue was we wanted to try their ice cream dessert and they were out. Disappointed for sure. Other than that? Great experience.

From the owner: Perched above the city in Calgary's vibrant downtown, Bow & Bend Rooftop offers an elevated escape…read morewith panoramic views of the Bow River and skyline. This stylish rooftop bar and lounge blends contemporary design with cozy west-coast vibes, perfect for sunset cocktails or late-night gatherings. Enjoy a curated menu of handcrafted cocktails, local brews, and locally sourced cuisine that celebrate Alberta's finest ingredients. Whether you're unwinding after work or celebrating the weekend, Bow & Bend delivers a uniquely relaxed yet refined rooftop experience.

Will was a great server!! He served a table of 10 of us at the last minute & was really wonderful…read morethe entire time. Would highly recommend this place.

Ambiance: Hotel Overlook inspired bar/restaurant with 60s & 70s decor where retro meets cozy +…read moreupscale. The menu, drinks, & decor play homage to Stephen King's The Shining. Great date night spot or enjoying dinner with friends. The rigatoni was spicy but delicious! Highly recommend their unique cocktails. If you're an espresso martini fan, the Eyes Wide Shut is a must order. Our server was friendly and helpful. We did wait a bit to order and for our drinks/food to arrive but it was a Saturday night so that was to be expected. Decent pricing for the quality of food/drinks. As a horror movie and fancy dinner fan, The Wednesday Room satisfied my expectations.

Three girlfriends and I made a reservation a week in advance to celebrate a birthday at Sub Rosa…read more We arrived at 8:30pm on a Friday and it was pretty quiet, even though the doors open at 7pm. We loved the atmosphere because the music wasn't blaring. We could actually hold adult conversation and properly hear each other. It was noticeable when the music got louder around 10:30, but it was still tolerable. We left at 11pm and by then the place was busy. The crowd ranged in age from 20's to 50's and it was an interesting mix of people. Most were dressed up as we were. It has a classy feel and we had stellar service. The only thing we all needed to adjust to was the co-ed bathroom. My friend was accosted by a guy seeking a wardrobe opinion who then decided it was okay to lift up his shirt to show off his "abs." I don't know how often this sort of thing happens, but it shouldn't have happened at all. It would be nice for Sub Rosa to remind the male patrons to be respectful to the ladies when there isn't staff or security monitoring them. Despite this one incident, I would return for a second visit and my friend who was flashed in the restroom said she would too, but next time it might be with her husband.

Bullshit place wouldn't let me in because I was wearing sweatpants. I will never recommend this…read moreplace.

Ambiance: Speakeasy style bar & lounge with an emphasis on champagne & absinthe. Dark & romantic…read morespot for a date night or post-dinner drinks with friends. We enjoyed the DJ and the staff is super friendly and accommodating. The caviar chips are an amazing deal at $5 each and made for a unique tasting experience. Highly recommend the black hummus paired with the truffle martini. As a craft cocktail lover who considers themselves well-traveled, I'm not exaggerating when I say this might be the most unique cocktail menu I've ever seen! Truly a menu of one-of-a-kind cocktails with unique flavors & creative twists. A must visit for anyone wanting a unique drinking experience. Loved everything about this lounge!

Was recommended this place by numerous people while out for dinner. Prices of cocktails are a lot…read morehigher than other surrounding bars. The drinks were good but there is not shazammmm to them. My waitress was not all that and rarely checked in. I paid a pretty penny and had about 6 drinks total until I had enough from the service. The waitress didn't know the menu and wasn't able to give any recommendations. They had some good drinks, but they were not drop on the floor omg delicious. I will say the most interesting drink they had was the dill with popcorn. Note, you can ask for more popcorn! It is made fresh daily.

I was here on St. Patrick's day. It was busy and the hostess at the front told us that we probably…read morewouldn't be able to get a table but if we wanted we could chill at the bar and if something opens up she'll grab us. After ordering a green-themed shot and as we were ordering another green-themed cocktail a table was free and the hostess came and grabbed us. The food was really good. And the atmosphere is fancy. We had burgers and it was delicious. Like a perfect pub burger in a fancy dining space. The music was really good but in true Calgary form-- there isn't a dance floor so I shook what my mama gave me through a series of head-nods to the beat in my seat.

I wrote this email to management on January 2, 2026. Since then I have been following up every week…read moretrying to get a hold of someone. Both via phone call and email. They haven't even replied to my messages. They do not care about patrons at all. I have written this review on multiple platforms and have even left a formal complaint with the BBB of Calgary. DO NOT waste your time on this business. They are horribly run. Said email: "I am writing to formally express my disappointment regarding the December 31 event at Lounge 18, which I attended after purchasing three cocktail hour and party tickets. Unfortunately, the experience did not meet the expectations set by the event's promotion or the standards I would expect from your venue. The quality of service throughout the evening was extremely poor. The drinks served were noticeably watered down, and on two separate occasions, drink orders placed at our table were completely forgotten. The server's presence was very infrequent, resulting in wait times of up to 45 minutes to receive a drink. Additionally, the first drink we received at midnight was empty, and the following drink had visible lipstick on the glass, which raised serious concerns about cleanliness and attention to detail. Other advertised features of the event were also lacking. The "photo booth and props" were essentially non-existent, and the dance floor was far too small and poorly arranged for the number of guests in attendance. The music did not reflect the DJ experience that was promised and instead sounded like a generic playlist rather than a professionally curated set. Due to the overall poor execution of the event, we chose to leave early and ended up paying full price to attend another event elsewhere so we could salvage our evening. This was my first experience at Lounge 18, and regrettably, it left a very negative impression. Based on this experience, I am unlikely to return. Given the circumstances, I believe a partial refund would be appropriate, and I hope you will take this feedback seriously. I would appreciate a response regarding how this matter can be resolved. Thank you for your time and attention."

I had a great time at Ricardo's last week as part of the "Sippin' Santa" tiki pop-up they were…read morehosting. I'd heard about the event in 2022 too late to make a reservation so I made sure I was on the ball for 2023. I'm so glad I did. The popup included a fun menu of festive drinks, all served in Christmas themed glasses and mugs. My husband and I started out with a drink served in a large bowl, intended to be shared by two or more people. We also tried a couple items off the Sippin Santa menu and some from Ricardo's regular menu. While we enjoyed everything, Ricardo's house items came out ahead. The bar itself is quite small so now I understand why reservations were hard to come by. It normally has a nautical theme but they did a great job incorporating wrapping paper and other holiday decor. I had a great time at Ricardo's and definitely plan on checking it out again the next time I'm in town.

Awesome bar with fantastic drinks and friendly bartenders. What I really loved about the drinks is…read morethat they weren't too sweet - but they were delicious. The Tiki Bomb is especially aesthetically cool - the rum was on fire in a lime when it was served.

Jenny was an amazing server. She was knowledgeable about the menu and the different types of steak…read morecuts. The food was excellent. Caesar salad is made table-side by the server. The meat was cooked perfectly. Ambiance was appropriate for an upscale steakhouse. The dinner is pricey but worth it.

Good spot in the middle of downtown. Did the table side ceaser salads and table side steak tar tar…read more Cool presentation. All had steaks a well done. One was a bit undercooked. Accommodated splitting a meal. A little loud but really good service. Don't have to get overdressed.

Went here on a Saturday afternoon, it was empty inside which is such a shame considering how good…read morethe food was. We had a different combo each, I had Shahi Paneer which was incredible, my wife had butter chicken which was equally as good, the Naan was fantastic and made there when we ordered it. It was hard to choose what to have as the menu seemed interesting offering a variety of meat and vegetarian options, Indian food is my favourite and it seems hard to find good Indian food in Calgary, I grew up in London and was spoilt for choice there, but this was very impressive with wonderfully tasty spiced sauces. Our server was fantastic too. Definitely worth checking out!

This is a fun, hip bar with skilled bartenders…read more We sat at the bar and were entertained by watching the bartenders whip up all their menu requests. Bottles were flipped, beverages were poured from heights, liquids were stirred with finesse. All the servers were friendly.

We walked in and were sat down pretty quickly on a Saturday night, the place was pretty packed too…read more Overall, the bar area has a really cool vibe and the staff was really great! I ordered the love lace and my partner got the brass tacks. Next time I would probably go with something else but overall we had a good experience.