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.
Big Fish & Open Range in Marda Loop offers both their main dining room and upper floor as event spaces for rent. The private bar upstairs has a 40 person capacity. Downstairs is bigger for large bookings for weddings, Christmas events and more! They also have private underground parking,
Capacity: 40+
Minimum spend required: Yes
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
The Workshop Room. For groups larger than 12 a set menu is required.
Capacity: 20 standing/20 standing
Minimum spend required: yes
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
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
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