24 Private Party Venues in Calgary
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Venues? Why did you include venues on your site Sarah? Because I LIKE them that's why. And I'm not talking about big wedding venues noooooo, I'm talking about exclusive private dining spaces. There are so many hidden gems in Calgary that people NEED to know about. There's stunning and classy or one of a kind and intimate. Depending on the vibes you are trying to create, trust me, there's a place for your gathering.
Note this page is under ongoing construction as I slowly visit and add more venues! Come back the next time you're booking a birthday party, Christmas party or other private party event and it'll be refreshed with more.
1) Bank & Baron
Bank & Baron - Chandelier Room
The Bank & Baron on Stephen Avenue is a beautiful venue in its own right. Built as an actual bank in 1930 it has maintained the original classic architecture and bank "feel". There's even a vault downstairs! While you can book the vault room, which is cool, I think the superior choice is their Chandelier room. This room over looks Stephen Avenue on one side and the bar area on the other.
Capacity: 25 seated/60 standing
Minimum spend required: Yes
2) Rodney's Oyster House
Rodney's Oyster House - The Government Wharf
Rodney's has a private room on the upper level of their restaurant that comfortably fits 10 people. This room is free to book and features a large television on one wall. There are also washrooms conveniently right around the corner from the room. This is a good space for watching the Flames game (as we did!) or a small birthday or corporate gathering.
Capacity: 10 seated
Minimum spend required: No
3) Deane House
Deane House - The Library
Admittedly, I haven't been to Deane House either. From what I understand it is quite a luxury experience. Known for both its service and excellent cuisine, they hold a number of events (a lot of wedding photos on their site), but I think the best dining area they offer is the Library room. It feels prestigious.
Capacity: 24 seated/48 standing
Minimum spend required: unknown
4) Bridgette Bar
Bridgette Bar - Private Dining Room
Bridgette Bar made Avenue Magazine's top 25 restaurants in 2018 and a quick check on OpenTable lists it as being one of the most popular reservations. Their private dining room is modern and interesting.
Capacity: 18 seated
Minimum spend required: unknown
5) Trolley 5
Trolley 5 - The BarrelRoom
I've been to Trolley 5 many times and have never been disappointed. Its on 17th ave which pretty much guarantees it will always be filled with a fun crowd. They offer multiple options for booking but I think the Barrel room is probably the best (although their downstairs is pretty cool too.). The Barrel room can fit 30 diners or 40 cocktail style.
Capacity: 30 seated/40 standing
Minimum spend required: Yes
6) Hy's Steakhouse
Hy's Steakhouse - The Alberta Room
The food at Hy's Steakhouse is so freaking good. It's also a stunning venue. I haven't seen the private dining room in person but I love the restaurant.
Capacity: 16 seated
Minimum spend required: unknown
7) Tailgunner Brewing
Tailgunner Brewing - Private Dining Room
Tailgunner Brewing recently opened and along with it comes an awesome private dining space located on their upper floor. It features 4 large booths and seating along the wall. It's decorated really nicely and is a perfect size for a fun small sized gathering. (This pic doesn't really do it justice).
Capacity: unknown
Minimum spend required: No
8) Caesar's Steakhouse
Caesar's Steakhouse - Lounge Mezzanine
This semi-private dining room has it's own washrooms. There are other spaces available at Caesar's as well but the sizes are quite large.
Capacity: 32 seated
Minimum spend required: Yes
9) Craft Beer Market
Craft Beer Market on 10th Ave
Craft Beer Market Downtown has mapped out the entire restaurant for space rental. Note a gratuity of 20% is added to groups.
Lounge • 180 seated/350 cocktail
Raised Lounge • 30 seated/45 cocktail
Private Room • 50 seated/75 cocktail
Ballers Mezz • 60 seated/120 cocktail
Back Patio • 75 seated/150 cocktail
Minimum spend required: Yes
10) Bonterra Trattoria
Bonterra - Wine Room
The Wine Room at Bonterra is upstairs from the main dining room. Floor to ceiling wine racks create a prestigious intimate space.
Capacity: 30 seated/60 standing
Minimum spend required: Hourly booking fee
11) Sub Rosa
Sub Rosa
This space is secretly hidden below The Guild. Expect upscale speakeasy vibes. The room can be divided to accommodate smaller groups.
Capacity: 12-60 seated/20-300 standing
Minimum spend required: Yes
12) Notable
Notable - Private Dining Room
I've only been to Notable once and it was for a work meeting. so I actually don't know much about it, although I have heard good things! Capacity: 13-30 seated/40 standing
Minimum spend required: Unknown
13) One 18 Empire
One 18 Empire - McTavish Room
I love One 18 Empire. The food and drinks are truly spectacular. They are well known for their smoked whiskey cocktails which they do tableside. Note a 20% gratuity is added.
Capacity: 12-20 seated
Minimum spend required: $600-$1200
14) Saltlik
Saltlik - Mahogany Room
Located on Stephen Ave Saltlk is a great choice. You can book one of their Mahogany rooms that has a pool table and TV. Note there is a charge for use of music and the television and an 18% auto-gratuity. Extra charge to stay open until midnight.
Capacity: 44 seated
Minimum spend required: $500 per hour
15) Model Milk
16) The Living Room
16) The Living Room
The room features one long communal table, a private washroom and a window looking into the main dining room.
Capacity: 18 seated
Minimum spend required: unknown
16) The Living Room
16) The Living Room
16) The Living Room
Separate entrance and private washroom. 20% auto-gratuity.
Capacity: 40 seated
Minimum spend required: yes
17) Fortuna's Row
16) The Living Room
17) Fortuna's Row
Small room to the side of the main restaurant area. Children not permitted. 20% auto gratuity.
Capacity: 20 seated
Minimum spend required: unknown
18) Kama
20) Bow Valley Ranche
17) Fortuna's Row
The Workshop Room. For groups larger than 12 a set menu is required.
Capacity: 20 standing/20 standing
Minimum spend required: yes
19) Tomahawk
20) Bow Valley Ranche
20) Bow Valley Ranche
Two rooms just off of the main restaurant seating area. 18% auto gratuity.
Capacity: 10 seated
Minimum spend required: $65 per person
20) Bow Valley Ranche
20) Bow Valley Ranche
20) Bow Valley Ranche
Available Sun to Thur daytime and evenings.
Capacity: unknown
Minimum spend required: no
Private Rooms + Fun Activities
1) Revival Brewcade
1) Revival Brewcade
1) Revival Brewcade
The basement of Revival Brewcade is available for private events everyday but Thursday. You can also rent out the whole venue.
Capacity: 25 standing
Minimum spend required: $500 min spend
2) Bricks Wine Co.
1) Revival Brewcade
1) Revival Brewcade
Private wine tastings with snacks and charcuterie starting at $65 per person.
Capacity: 12 seated
Minimum spend required: $65 per person
3) Snap Foto Club
1) Revival Brewcade
4) Garage Sports Bar
If you're looking for something unique and fun rent out the entire space of Snap Foto club. This 100 year old building has been renovated and filled with instagrammable backgrounds sure to entertain. They don't serve food but bar and catering options are available.
Capacity: 60 standing
Minimum spend required: hourly booking fee
4) Garage Sports Bar
4) Garage Sports Bar
4) Garage Sports Bar
Garage Sports bar is a casual pool bar in Eau Claire. They have a private room plus options to section of an area of the pub for your group if you want a bigger space. Note an 18% gratuity is added.
Capacity: 25 standing
Minimum spend required: yes
5) Vertigo Theatre
4) Garage Sports Bar
5) Vertigo Theatre
Did you know Vertigo Theatre has a private side room available for use before the featured play begins? A dedicated bartender serves the space.
Capacity: unknown
Minimum spend required: unknown