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    Ricardo's Hideaway

    3.4 (34 reviews)
    PriceyCaribbean, Lounges
    Closed 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    RICARDO'S HIDEAWAY ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Marton B.

    There was only 5 things on the menu, but wow, let me tell you they absolutely perfected all 5 dishes. The best chicken and ribs I've ever had, very high quality ingredients and great flavours

    The fake "jerk chicken " & the Maui short rib
    Oriana F.

    This place needs to take out that fake "jerk chicken " or rename it as Chinese sweet chicken! They should at least take an example from simply irie which at least uses a jerk chicken sauce but also not your best bet!! But this one at Ricardo's gotta go!! That's no way at all jerk chicken!!

    Rumba!
    Phil G.

    Located off the ubiquitous 17th Ave restaurant/bar row, Ricardo's has the best rum selection I have ever experienced. Wow! I flipped out being a rum lover. I started with a rum flight for $25.00, discounted to $11.00 because I have a nice smile. Four glasses with two ounce shots of premium rum were placed in front of me, and I knew the evening was going to be one hell of an adventure. The entire staff at Ricardo's was accommodating and friendly. Calgary has some of the friendliest people I have ever met. It is a surprisingly hip and progressive city. The cow town moniker is unfair and totally off. Ricardo's was a fun and wonderful time.

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    Jenn N.

    With what seems like a never ending winter in Calgary, getting to enjoy some rummy cocktails in a lively atmosphere *almost* makes you feel like you're on a tropical getaway. Whether you're a pina colada, daiquiri or a tiki drink lover, you'll find those and so much more at Ricardo's. HH on Thursdays and Fridays from 5-8pm ($8 for pinas or daiquiris and $2 bar snacks) gives you the perfect excuse to find this hideaway!

    My rich cream and expresso. Delicious.
    Elaine P.

    Was here with two friends on a Friday evening for what was meant to be a quick break. Great little discovery. Nice area of town, plenty of other choices however we found this place to be really thematic.I especially enjoy the atmosphere with a blue theme. outside probably best in the summer since there's plenty of snow there right now. There's also a couple fireplaces outside. Interior decoration was interesting - there's actually a vinyl player right by the counter - From San Francisco apparently. I had a nice 10% cream with espresso - liked it so much I had another one. I really like the way they mixed it, even though it's not usually the way I take my cream and espresso. Then there's the standard drinks available.Staff were friendly.

    Christine L.

    I considered not writing a review because I don't want Ricardo's to get any busier than it is. I dig the ambience - it's fun and casual but different from the usual rotation of bars, breweries and restaurants on 17th Ave. My favourite drink is the pina colada. Damn - this took me back to when I was 20, except Ricardo's version was way better than the budget resort I stayed at in my youth. Creamy, boozy and easy sipping. Love the beer options too - Banded Peak plus a tropical IPA. I tried a delicious rum as well. The jerk chicken here is amazing! I've only tried jerk chicken three times in my life, so I have no idea if this is a fusion or traditional rub/sauce. All I know is this is high quality chicken, moist with a crunchy skin and a wonderful heat to it. The rice and beans and grilled roti were perfect side dishes too. The jerk crab was fantastic, grilled and smoky with butter sauce. The cashews reminded me of Christmas. Can't wait to return.

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    Review Highlights - Ricardo's Hideaway

    The Maui ribs were mind blowing and just fell off the bone as I took the butter knife to taste a bite.

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