3 Best Pubs in Calgary, AB

"Ship & Anchor Pub provides a low-key watering hole offering casual bar fare, sports on TV, occasional live music, and a patio. Ship & Anchor Pub is committed to providing its customers with quality food made almost entirely in-house and offers Brunch on weekends. They serve a premium liquor selection and a broad selection of draught beer. The Ship showcases live Soccer from around the world and is a hub for the local music community. This remains the city’s only venue for live entertainment without charging a cover. The pub offers a wide range of gin, rum, whiskey, brunches, and a few starters. They invite you to come early in the morning, relish a different brunch menu and watch Soccer. They have open-stage jams, live music that is always no cover, and Ship in and Ship out events, where you buy a ticket and get a free pint back at the bar. Ship & Anchor Pub is voted Calgary’s Best Neighbourhood Pub, Best Patio and Best Open Stage. You can also order your favourite dish from your home. Ship & Anchor Pub offers happy hour specials with free Wi-Fi connectivity. The pub provides vegetarian and Vegan options and an outdoor seating facility for their customers to have a memorable experience. They offer gift cards and accept debit cards.

"The Bank and Baron P.U.B offers traditional public urban bar taps into a historical avenue destination. This swanky haunt in a historic bank building offers upmarket pub grub, fine spirits and DJ shows. The pub features an old, rustic, and authentic pub in a historic bank building that serves upscale pub food and fine drinks in Calgary. The Bank and Baron P.U.B. is located on Calgary’s Stephen Avenue, named after George Stephen, the first president of the Canadian Pacific Railway. The pub effortlessly crafts any event, from a momentous occasion to an exquisite celebration. With 26 rotating brews on tap, menu items, and a wonderful historical building, there is something for everyone at The Bank and Baron Pub. The pub is ideal for a Classical Public Urban Bar to tap into a traditional avenue destination. The pub is a perfect location for an intimate dinner for two or a corporate party for 600. Outdoor seating is also available. The Bank and Baron P.U.B have television and accept debit cards to make transactions easy. They offer a happy hour special and free Wi-Fi connectivity.

"The Unicorn is a convivial haunt featuring bars on three levels, Canadian pub grub, classic cocktails and craft beer. Calgary's Original Pub has three floors, 3 bars, and two kitchens under one roof. There's no other place in Calgary where you can share a drink with a unicorn. Originally owned by the famous Irish Rovers and named after their hit song, The Unicorn has been a cherished spot since 1979, being Calgary's first authentic Irish Pub. Wendy Irvine is the Operations Manager of this pub. Nestled in the historic 19th-century Lancaster building on Stephen Avenue, the pub includes a cozy and unique ambiance, with exposed beams, wood panels, and charming nooks in the basement. You can enjoy plenty of authentic pub fare and explore various beverage options while enjoying the warm and inviting atmosphere. The Unicorn takes pride in providing a memorable and truly Irish experience, making it the perfect place to create cherished memories with friends and loved ones. Reservations are also available. Assorted chicken wings, fish, and chips are highly recommended at this pub. The Unicorn has a great Happy Hour program and offers daily food features every day. They also serve at 19th Avenue and 4th Street in Calgary.