I enjoyed my visit to Ship & Anchor Pub, a favorite of my friends in Calgary. This is their go to downtown lunch stop and I'm glad they took me there too. It's a classic pub vibe, with a decor that matches its name, but it's the food that really took me by surprise. The table had a round of Shafts that were quite delicious and I tried their cider on tap. Food wise, they have an astonishing selection of Gluten Free Option, so for once I was able to enjoy appetizers galore. The calamari was tasty as heck. The chicken strips could've used a bit of seasoning, but came with excellent sauces. And well, I have never had a bad tater tot in my life. I'd like to go back and try more here, that's for sure. read more

Ship & Anchor Pub - Pubs Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

This place is a classic, local pub. We were expecting for it to be more like a sports bar where people hangout to watch and cheers. But it only has two medium size tv that showed sports. The food was typical bar food, can't expect much. Service was okay. read more

Ship & Anchor Pub - Classic pub - Pubs Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

Great service and good! Menu was clearly marked for food allergies and staff was very knowledgeable. Dedicated gluten free fryer! I had the fish and chips, so yummy ! read more

Ship & Anchor Pub - GF fish and chips - Pubs Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

Liz was OUTSTANDING!!! The food was top notch as well! I had, the Plant Powered Dip Burger, 10/10!! Exceptional!! This place is a must try when in Calgary! read more

This is the place to watch premier league games. they had so many tvs and every soccer game on. the food was really good too

We have had good to great meals on this Calgary trip, until now!! I had heard this was one of the best fish chips in the city. Sadly it was not on this trip. the pub does have its charm as it does have the UEFA Champions League and there are a wide selection of beers. The ambience is that of a uk soccer pub with a fair bit of character. The service was lacking, i get that that it is during a busy time with the Europa matches but it could have been quicker. The food was average , my brother had a tortilla salad which was fine. i had the fish and chips and I noticed a big no-no. No cider vinegar for the fish, besides that the fish and chips and cole slaw were ok , but not spectacular. This could have been much better read more

This local pub is located on 17th ave in downtown Calgary, where patios and dine in are available! We were seated inside and tried a few of their drinks and ordered two separate entrees. The menu is quite versatile with from curry to pizza, so there's something for everyone. I ordered the Fish n Chips with 2 pieces of fish, and found it to be mediocre nothing too special about it. However, I did love the creamy coleslaw! The second dish was the Lamb Shank and gets a 5/5 for the quality, quantity and price! For $15 you get mashed potatoes (with skin mixed in FYI), green peas and tender lamb that falls off the bone! Cocktails range from $5-$6 and are delicious, highly recommend the Shipwreck if you enjoy sweet drinks. I personally wish they sold it as a pitcher! Great spot to try if you're in the area! read more

Ship & Anchor Pub - Fish and chips - Pubs Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

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My sister and I had wonderful night here with great beers and awesome service. Until we were handed the bill and it read for 4 extra drinks that had been paid for earlier in the night. The manager attempted to make the night better but we were still over charged and our concerns were not heard. read more

What more can I say about the Ship that hasn't already been said. It's not the fanciest, it doesn't have the best food, it doesn't particularly stand out in any single way... yet somehow it is perfect exactly as it is. It tends to be a "must visit" everytime I come down to Calgary. They have a great beer selection and a classic pub fare food menu with clearly marked vegan and vegetarian options. I highly recommend the pickle pizza! The Ship is a great space to meet with friends and spend hours catching up over beers and boozy eggnog. Keep in mind, it is always going to be busy. There's a good chance you will need to wait for a table but if it's a nice enough day, even in the middle of winter, you can usually find a spot on the patio. read more

This used to be a great spot for enjoying a couple of beers and terrific food with awesome service! One of the current mis-managers could have honed her clearly nescient customer service skills supervising a petting zoo, or perhaps learning the ropes at Chuck E Cheese for a few years before attempting to lead a handful of busy servers of a bustling, trendy watering hole full of adult customers. Speaking of servers, one in particular needs to stay home and finish her coloring books before venturing out into the world without adult supervision. Thanks Ship! Been a slice! I'm so happy to have brought our party there last night to get ruined by incompetent service! read more

Came here on a Wednesday night for some Pickle Pizza. Being from Chicago, I don't often get to sample crazy pizzas free from judgment. So, Pickle Pizza it is, and I loved it. The bar was moderately occupied and I got a seat right in front of a cash register. I love this spot because you get to engage in all the staff gossip...and in a bar, there's plenty of colorful characters and conversations to pass the time. Anyway, beer and liquor selection was on par with any downtown establishment. Staff was busy but attentive. Go there! Oh and get a t- shirt too! read more

Ship & Anchor Pub - Always a good sign when the beer fridges are sticker clad. - Pubs Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

Beef dip was okay.. 3 or 4 out of 5 stars. Fries continue to be delicious and the beer is nice and cool!! Good atmosphere inside. read more

Ship & Anchor Pub - Ship Burger (4/5) and Fries (5/5) - Pubs Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

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The food is such a pleasant surprise. Especially the veggie burger. I just can't help but like this place more every time I come here

I think the stench from this place is really the first thing you notice when you walk in. The service is sub par and many of its patrons super vulgar. Avoid this place and spend hard earned money elsewhere. Lots of nice pubs with more class and less stink in Cowtown. read more

We had an amazing experience here! The vibe was just what we wanted and our server, Sam, was incredible! Service was friendly and timely and she had a list of great recommendations for us out of towners to enjoy Calgary for our one night while we passing through. read more

Food was decent and great selection of beers, but what really makes or breaks a place is the service provided. Our server seemed like she hated her job today or having to work and deal with people - didn't even try to build a relationship with her customers. Service wasn't the best experience and that's why 1 star is given. Come on Shayl....you can do much better. read more

Service was great!....well not really. The server never actually approached us. But we did witness her serving tables from afar. She seemed to be doing a really great job with those guests. We realized time was ticking - Happy hour was about to end!! (tik tok tik tok). In our desperation we took matters into our own hands and ran to the bar to order drinks just in time. We made it back to our table, only to realize, we were camouflaged (literally we were wearing full blown camo) and that's why the server never found us! Thank god for hunting season. Too bad we haven't caught any pheasants yet. It's now been 45 minutes. A server has yet to come to us. Tik tok Tik tok. And the party definitely stopped. Goodbye. This ship has sunk. read more

Ship & Anchor Pub - Where da pheasants at?? - Pubs Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

Great, great bar on 17th SW ave. The bar is much, much bigger than what I was expecting when walking by. They had bingo going on the night we walked in and there was a great atmosphere. We were seated right at the bar and greeted by the bartender, who was friendly and attentive to us the entire night. I got a blacksmith draft, which was delicious, and the poutine for dinner. The poutine was delicious, and I loved that they baked it before bringing it out to me. It looks like a major soccer/futbol bar, and I would love to watch a game there. Look forward to coming back! read more

Awesome beers, great patio, super place for Sunday brunch. Great vegan options too, if that's your thing. Nice place to skip off work for a few hours, chill in the shade on a sunny day, and enjoy a cold one. read more

Don't go here. Met 2 friends (8-1-20 8 pm) and very aggressive door guards used military style aggression concerning masks. I called the Bartender on duty and let him know I am writing a review and they should treat customers better. "shove your review up your ass" was the response (recorded for Liquor Board complaint) from this man who seemed hyped up on some substance. Manager came on repeatedly calling me "My man" not taking it seriously. If you love being abused, maybe spent time in a Communist Party Chinese Labour Camp, you will feel at home with the disrespect and strong arm military aggression at Ship and Anchor. The owner is harming our community with his aggressive unprofessional staff. read more

A real pub is so much more than the beer and food they serve. It's an eclectic community of people from all walks of life together to blow off steam and have a good time, and THIS is why I love The Ship! Oh yah, the beer and food is kickin' too. PUNK ROCK BINGO! Oh, this ain't your Grannies bingo! Picture your classic game of bingo, but instead of lovely l'il 90 year old Betty (bless her heart) calling the shots, is a high-intensity leather-clad and foul-mouthed punk rocker to a back drop of heavy metal and hard core music! The prizes are a huge selection of garage sale gems! Over the years I've struck it rich with a mexican wrestling mask, a My Little Pony puzzle, and some 70's era Playboy magazines. Cha-ching! Tip: Know your cards and beware the "Bullsh*t Bingo". If you call 'em incorrectly you'll be bending over on stage for a public paddling. For shame! Leave your inhibitions at home and get ready for a great time. If you're committed to making it to work on Tuesday, and are looking for a little more low-key, This Ship is also a fantastic place for a summer evening patio session, or Sunday brunch. Props to Janna L. for talking Bingo with me and inspiring this review! read more

My husband and I are regulars. Most recently we came during thanksgiving weekend and they had the best hot turkey sandwich -total comfort food. Great large 22 oz pints of beers, one of the only places around here to offer this. No flames game but that's ok. Ask for the beautiful SAM She's the best read more

We hit up the Ship for Robbie Burn's and they did a great job incorporating a great Scottish day. They had drink specials, did the ceremonial walk with the haggis (which you could try) and we had a Scotch Egg poutine which was really good! I've been at the Ship on numerous occasions and a great time is always had. Inside for winter days and on their massive patio in the summer - best place to do some quality people watching while enjoying a cool beverage. read more

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The ship is such a cool vibe, and one of the most underrated pubs on 17th Ave. Their burgers are great, last time I was in I tried the black bean burger to switch it up and it did not disappoint. read more

Caution with the upselling: Ordered a 14 oz beer and was brought a 20 oz beer despite the same server taking my order, acknowledging the small beer and bringing me a large one. And old trick of the trade. read more

Did you know there's (free) bingo every Tuesday night starting at 8pm? You can win free stuff and participate in order to win free beer, the only downside is that seating is VERY limited and is based on a first come first serve, so get there early! The reason why I wrote free in parentheses (or brackets) is that yeah it can be free but a small donation is somewhat also required. The theme is punk rock and get ready to singalong to the music that's being played! Even if you feel left out just jump on with the crowed and get yourself involved! One thing I love about Ship & Anchor is their decor, it's so nautical plus they have a lot of trophy scarves. Their menu on the other hand features a map on one side. I enjoy my time at Ship and would definitely be back! read more

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I can't say I'm the biggest fan of the Ship & Anchor pub. I'll be the first to admit that I probably fit in quite well with the unusual indie crowd that frequents the place, but it's just not my favourite hangout. Okay, I do love going there in the middle of the afternoon and sitting on the patio for some lunch. They make a wicked mushroom cap burger... and anyone who knows me knows how much I love my mushrooms! This burger is so juicy and delicious that it makes Ship & Anchor my favourite lunchtime pub. Mmm, mushrooms! As for the evenings, though, I try to stay away from the Ship for the single reason that it gets waaay too busy. Once the night picks up the place is full to max capacity and a line begins to form outside. Why anyone would wait in line to get into a pub is beyond me. I can understand if there's a live band or some form of entertainment, but waiting for the sole purpose of sitting and having drinks is just ludicrous! People really do love this place! And I suppose I can see why. It isn't your typical sports bar or Irish pub. I mean, sure, they have a bunch of sports paraphernalia peppering the walls and ceiling, and they offer some of the regular pub food, but there's something about the Ship that makes it unique. It could be the three dart boards they have at the back, which act as the only form of sports played in the pub. Or it could be because a lot of the patrons are of the alternative genre. The Ship & Anchor is actually a great place to hang out. It's huge, has a lovely patio, employs pleasant staff, has mostly nice people visit and isn't all that expensive. If the Ship weren't always so damn busy I would probably go more. As it is, I do like to be able to move when I'm in a pub, and go to the bathroom without having a drink spilled down my back because it's so packed. People just really, really like the place and that's why it's always so full. It makes sense, I guess! read more

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Coming from coastal Canada and having sailed considerably, i have a moral objection to a landlocked city with a pub called the "ship and anchor". Apparently this is an institution in Calgary. Had a beer and left. Crowd was busy for a weeknight. Young though read more

If there was a zero star rating these guys would get that for sure!! The staff was rude the food was cold and they got it wrong 3 times before I gave up and the drinks didn't come out until after my food that was cold and wrong. I will not be coming back and I would advise you or anyone reading this to stop going. read more

This is it. The Ship is the place to be on 17th! The food and drinks are reasonable and if you have a group of friends, this place probably has the largest nacho dish you can get from less than $13. This place was so good, that I went back the next night during my stay in Calgary and on a Monday night, looking for a bar, this place was one of the few with an open patio with people in it. The server did forget my friend's order and we had to wait half an hour before she noticed, and my friend's wings had a little too much sauce, but all in all, I had a fun time here and to me that's all that mattered. I would recommend the Wild Rose brown ale, the waitress that recommended it to me the first time I came here was right. Very creamy and tastes like Caramel. My only gripe is that the inside of the bar is very dark. But it's not that bad. It does remind you of a dark and dingy bar, but it's cozy. And the patio..the best patio in the city! read more

the rudest staff and manager I have experienced in my entire life. on two separate occassions I have had very negative experiences with staff that work here. when escalated to the manager he was condescending, belittling and discriminatory. read more

I have been a patron at the Ship for at least 22 years now. It's my favourite place to go. Whether it's for dinner with my kids, a date, drinks or to play punk rock bingo on Tuesdays. My new favourite menu item ? Yup the Mac and cheese, I get extra sauce Less bread crumbs and top it off with hot sauce! Since it's national burger day o will also suggest heading down for the best burger in this city !!! The staff are so cool and even care about #pronouns Love you all !! read more

Came here for lunch with my coworkers on a Thursday afternoon. I was really surprised that the patio was not packed like it usually is. Lucky for us, we were able to get spots for all 14 of us with ease. The service there was great! Drinks were filled quickly. Props to the waitress who brought us all water without us asking! Great attention to detail! It was a really hot day and keeping hydrated was definitely key. Between the 4 of us who ordered a steak salad, only 2 had exactly what they ordered in terms of how well the steak was cooked. It seems that the ship and anchor has a 50% chance of cooking their steak correctly. Either way, the steak may not be as great but the patio and the atmosphere is why people come here. Next time you see me there, I'll be opting for their fish and chips or burgers as from past experiences, these are definitely better choices. read more

Ship & Anchor Pub - Sirloin salad that was supposed to be medium came well done... - Pubs Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

I've been going to the Ship for many years off and on. Even tried to bring some new friends there friends out of town. The front door staff was very rude and it was hard getting service. Not the Ship I remember. Do not recommend. :( read more

Awful, dirty and discriminatory. The food was gross. I gave this place a few chances but their behaviour after the mandates were lifted they continued to discriminate, that, on top of the fact it's one of the dirties places ive been to. read more

Great service on the patio! This is the perfect place to meet up with your friends and have a few pints. We ordered the pork dumplings and the fried pickles, both were very good and while the patio provided a cozy atmosphere, the pub overall was a great place to meet new friends as well. read more

Me - "I think my salsa has cheese in it. This looks like cheese." Waitress - "No way, no, we don't add cheese to our salsa, man. That's like... an onion." *walks away* Homie 1 - "Nope, feels like cheese." Homie 2 - "Yup, tastes like cheese." Homie 3 - "Yeah, that's cheese!" Me - "Yeah, this definitely has bits of cheese in it." Waitress - "Okay man, but like, we don't like... add... cheese to salsa, you know? But yeah, okay, I'll check it out man." Me - "I'm guessing this salsa came from some sort of Nacho building station, and there was just cross-contamination." Homie 2 - "Yeah, definitely cross-contamination." - 10 minutes later - Waitress - "Okay, man! So like, I went to like, the kitchen, man, and checked it out for you. And I figured this out for you all by MYSELF, man! And like, man, what happened man was like, this salsa, is like kept next to like, the cheese man, you know, for Nachos, man! So what I did, was like, we got this salsa from a container from the fridge man. And it's like super fresh, man. Like, it only has tomatoes, and like onions and peppers, you know man, like super fresh. Tell us right away if you have a dairy allergy man, and WE WILL LOOK OUT FOR YOU." P.S. I'm not a man. But thanks, man. read more

Damn you Calgary - share the pub wealth with your fair weather neighbours! If you were to send over just one or two of your nifty little pubs, I promise we'll stop talking about seafood quality in all our reviews. Deal? I'd steal The Ship. This little (not at all) local haunt is pretty damn well up my alley - from the live drinking tunes, to the somewhat blasé but epically entertaining service staff, to the access of rib sticking food to cure hangovers... it soundly gets this Newfoundlanders stamp of approval. (Hey, I said i'd stop talking about seafood, not our inherent ability to judge a good brew haunt.) They've got some sweet local beers on tap, as well as your basic Sunday morning classics - namely Strongbow (it's like beer for babies. Headache approved.) I only went in the one time, but the food was decent pub grub (if a little under seasoned), the patio was packed and it's a sweet spot to people watch (and if you're lucky, comes with a cute bulldog to make faces at. Bulldogs always win bonus points.) So would I go again? Yup. If I lived here, would I frequent this place for both hangover remedies and the libations that cause their need? You betcha. Did I have a moment where I thought - you know what? I could see myself living here, sipping beer on this patio every sunny day while my sidecar motorbike and doggle wearing, kerchief clad bulldog Frankie hangs out next to the railing? Momentarily. You're wearing this stubborn lass down Calgary. Good on ya. Go here. Drink booze. Talk to strangers and win Sunday. read more

The patio here is awesome (bright and sunny during summer brunches) and its right on 17th avenue which makes for great people watching. One small draw back, like most Calgary roads, there is a huge bump (damage!) before the corner on 5th street which makes all the good ol' boys pickup trucks rattle loudly when driving past. The noise can easily be drowned out by good company and a steady flow of drinks. Since I don't live in Calgary I have only ever eaten brunch here while hungover on a Sunday. I really enjoy the Caesars and the staff have no problem loading you up with extra garnish. The Eggs Florentine is my favourite and its only like $9 and the fries are better than the hash browns if you are into substituting. I do not eat the beef, but all my close friends and lovers rave about the loaded Ship Burger and if you can't trust your friends then why have them right? The service is sometimes a little slow but its because the staff are friendly and chatting to tables. I'd rather wait a minute longer for a healthy pour than have to deal with someones attitude that is poor. I hope to one day get to enjoy a night of debauchery here! read more

Ship, you have my heart. I met my Fiance here, who stared at me all night from across the bar, he included your location in his scavenger hunt proposal, you are the closest thing to an English pub in this town and you welcome all who enter your doors. Whether you are a suit, prep, hipster, bearded, in your late 60's, have 3 kids who want brunch on a Sunday or just looking for a good time, the Ship is for you. Soccer scarves adorn the bar, they show English Premier League, FA Cup and World Cup here. Come early in the morning, get the soccer breakfast (basically the big breakfast but set in egg style) and watch the soccer action. They have open stage jams, concerts that are always no cover, DJs, Ship in and Ship out events where you buy a ticket, get on a bus and do something fun (sporting or cultural) in Calgary and come back to the bar and get a free pint! There is always a line, they have an amazing patio, great for people watching. Though it is easy to feel like an animal on parade when you walk past this patio. The servers and bartenders rock and soon ship nog will be back for the Holiday season, coating my stomach in its noggy goodness. Go to the Ship, it's a Calgary institution! Review #4 of Yelp's 30 Day Challenge 2012 read more