Pigeonhole 17th

I had this for my birthday in July (Picture 1) and was so impressed I decided to return for this lamb. I ordered it again in August (Picture 2) and found it overcooked, with a heavy salt and pepper sauce and a darker color. I asked for it to be a other one. They were explained they could redo it, but they had just changed the cooking time and method this month because other customers had complained it was too raw. And today's batch was the same because it needs pre-cook for a few hours. I ordered something else instead. It's a shame I won't be able to eat the amazing lamb I had that day again.

Went to Pigeonhole before a Flames game for some food and a couple of drinks. Second best meal in a restaurant I've ever had, behind only a Michelin star. We had the scallop crudo, beef tartare, mushroom croquettes, and pickerel dish - all incredible. A little on the pricier side but you get what you pay for in quality.

My bestie and I decided to try something new, and it was not a great experience. Right when you walk in, it smells like an outhouse. We were ordering the mushroom croquettes - and the person who was taking our order thought it was appropriate to correct me trying to say pronounce it. The presentation of the food was lovely, but the taste did not match how it looked. The best thing about Victorias Full Breakfast was the salad - everything else was quite bland, and the hashbrown was quite overseasoned with Old Bay. (I didn't mention it to the wait staff as I didn't eat the hashbrown until the end of the meal.)

Had a wonderful solo dinner here when travelling for work and enjoyed every dish and cocktail that I tried. I had the mushroom croquettes, the beef tartar, and the seafood ceviche - all were light, fresh, and tasty. The service staff here were fun and seemed to really enjoy their jobs. They were very helpful with all of my questions and I could feel that they wanted to make sure that I had the best dining experience possible. The tables are relatively closer together than other restaurants but I met a wonderful couple who sat next to me and enjoyed casual conversation with them all night so this worked in my favour. Definitely recommend coming here if you're in the area or if you're a fellow solo traveler.. you might just make some new friends!

First of all, the staff were very friendly and kind, and my wife and I really enjoyed the food. I am used to Korean raw beef, but this was my first time eating beef tartare (French food). Surprisingly, it was delicious! Very tender and flavorful! My wife has never eaten raw beef before, but she took a sample bite. She was so surprised by the taste that she ate the whole half of it. The cabbage was so well cooked, tender and moist. The mayonnaise and cheese went really well with the cabbage. The mushroom croquettes (6 pcs) are also special. After eating croquettes at a Spanish tapas restaurant, I became a huge fan of croquettes and these mushroom croquettes are also as great as ones in Spain.

I decided to visit Pigeonhole on 17th after hearing that the cast of The Last of Us stopped by, and it didn’t disappoint! I had a really flavorful and simple breakfast that was perfectly done. The ambiance is cool and laid-back, making it a nice spot to start the day. I’ve also heard they’ve opened a new location downtown, and I’m curious to check it out for lunch or dinner since my breakfast here was straightforward. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area!

Decided to try another one of Concorde’s restaurants. This is by far the best! The service was amazing as the server checked up on us multiple times and was super knowledgeable about the food. The hot dog was okay but rest of the items we got were 5/5. Charred cabbage was flavourful and well worth the price. Highly recommend this place.

An unforgettable evening! From the first bite of the shrimp toast to the last mystery behind that playful hot dog, every dish was a conversation starter. The charred cabbage in particular—smoky, tender, and unexpectedly delightful—was a standout. What truly elevated the experience was the impeccable service—warm, attentive, and effortlessly charming. Combine that with an ambiance that strikes the perfect balance between stylish and welcoming, and you’ve got the kind of place you’ll be recommending to everyone the next day (and dreaming about the day after that). A genuine gem. Can’t wait to go back.

Amazing everything! Food, service, atmosphere, etc. we were a big crowd with some food allergies and our server helped us navigate the menu so we were all happy and well fed. Other staff were friendly and chatty. Great experience all around!

A nice place for a little drink or a quick bite. Downtown price as usual is high but such is life. It's nice when a place at least makes the effort of making the visit worth it.

The best ice cream I have ever had!!! It must be what dreams are made of! I can't even explain how smooth and flavorful the ice cream was. I will never forget this! Yes, it was that good and you won't regret finding room for it after a delicious meal at Pigeonhole. The Burrata appetizer was good but the tartare was also a flavorful filled highlight.

Taylor is the best server ever! There was an awful snow storm and she was so thrilled to see me! I was the first one in for dinner last night. I was recommended to come visit here by friends. I started with the burrata. I mentioned to Taylor that I like spicy and she came back and said "the chef would like to make the burrata spicy and custom for you". Would you mind that? I LOVED it! It was so good. Best burrata I've ever had and they took away the walnut! I then had the steak frites which were to die for. I ordered a glass or white wine then they brought this red over that went so well with my main course. I can't wait to visit this cozy place again. It was nice and anyone in Calgary should check it out!

If there was a 4.5 I definitely would have picked that because overall I really enjoyed going to this restaurant but I just didn't like the main dish that I got. The service was excellent. Plenty of street parking on a weeknight as well. We had 3 small plates to share - the mushroom croquettes, charred cabbage and the burrata. My favourite was definitely the mushroom croquettes which were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. It was just yum! A close second was the charred cabbage which was actually so good - try it even if you don't love vegetables because you won't be disappointed. The burrata was good too but just less so compared to the other two. My main was the Alberta trout which came with a large piece of fish on top of grits with plenty of crispy capers on top. I thought that the capers were very overpowering and although the trout was fresh it didn't have much flavour to it otherwise. Grits had a nice buttery taste to it which was good. Overall, would go here for the mushroom croquettes for sure but would not get the trout again.

Came here during the YYC Experience week in 2020. OMG, I didn't read the menu carefully. It was not like Vancouver Dine out where you pick an item in each category. It was "And". Yes it included 2 appetizer, 3 entrees and 2 desserts for $40. I was shocked. I was thinking perfect a good light meal for dinner. I have a small appetite and I tried to force myself to finish everything because I didn't want to take anything back. I ended up not feeling wow at night. Basically over ate. So for the food.... APPETIZERS: Organic Beets (Almond and Roast Shallot Dressing, Whipped Ricotta). It was super delicious. more on the saucy side. The beets were fresh. Yes this dish really opened up my pallet. Wagyu Beef Tartare (Beer Cheese, Mustard). This is actually my favorite dish out of the entire meal. It had a nice light flavor. It paired very well with the bread. I wish there was one more extra slice of butter/garlicy bread. Other than that it was super delicious. ENTREES: Glazed Cod (Toasted Nori, Buttermilk Emulsion). The cod was over cooked. It had too much sauce which made it very difficult to taste the natural flavor of the cod. The cod also seemed to be lacking some of its natural fish oil. I felt that this dish is super unhealthy. Note that this item is not available on their regular menu. This could be an introductory dish to their menu or a tasting dish. Alberta Pork Belly (Green Tomato Relish, Hazelnut). The pork was cooked perfectly. The pork had been smoked giving it a nice texture. It was crispy outside and flavorful inside. The pork had the right amount of fat so it was not dry and was super tender. I will definitely want to come back for this dish. Sunchoke Falafel (Black Sesame Labneh, Mint). This dish was not wow. It wasn't special. The mint or sauce was too overpowering. DESSERTS: Chocolate Tart (Vanilla Creme Fraiche). Nothing too special about the chocolate tart. It was good. The chocolate was not smooth as expected. It was quite dense and when you poke your fork through, the chocolate somewhat started to crack. So that tells me the chocolate is lacking in moisture. Warm Madeleines (Dulce de Leche). When I saw Madeleine on the menu, I didn't have much high expectations on them. To my surprise, they were super delicious. It had a nice outer crispy crunch and it went very well with the dipping sauce. Overall, my meal was superb. For the price I paid, I can't complain. Service was great. Decor was really nice inside. The restaurant has a super nice vibe for any groups. If you have never been to this restaurant, I suggest trying it. Back in 2017, they were listed as top 10 restaurants in Canada. I had this place bookmarked then and I am so glad I can finally give this place a try. You will not be disappointed. They are sister restaurants to some of the most popular restaurants in Calgary like Model Milk, Anju and etc.

You must have the beef tartare. It has dill wic maybe sound weird but it's divine! Also the butter bourbon cocktail is wicked if you're up for a drinky poo. Enjoy!

This was a very cute spot for brunch. The food and drinks were delicious. I would highly recommend the Berry White, I really enjoyed the fruity and floral flavours with the cinnamon.

Late Night Snack at Pigeonhole was a delightful experience. I just wish I was not that jet lag as it was way passed my bed time and I had not sleep for almost 24 hours! Tapas Style, Vegetables Forward and Something different? I like Pigeonhole surprised me with unconventional presentations and interpretation of their take of food. Charred Cabbage Albacore Tuna Ricotta Dumplings Service was attentive and our waiter was knowledgeable and helpful. The decor here has this rustic speakeasy vibe. Too dark for good photos but perfect for that late night after bar hopping and you still wants a night cap!

Whoever rates this place 3 stars or less went on a bad day. If I had to rate everything I had out of 5 stars: Dr Pepper Old Fashion 5/5, Beef Tartare (must have, such amazing tastes) 6/5, Chicken Parm 3.5/5, Skinny Fries 5/5, Service 6/5. Yes, I typed that correctly -- service far exceeded expectations: super friendly staff and gave a couple of free sample drinks. Worth a visit!!

I love Pigeonhole. It would be a great restaurant in any city in the world. With great energy, happy staff, unique offerings, Pigeonhole has the gracious dining experience down pat. Starting with cocktails, an Austrian red, we went through the menu like locusts, ordering too much food. Everything was great, with some items better than others. Grilled cabbage is always good. My favorite was the lamb ragu with grits. Pigeonhole's great bread was perfect for souping up every morsel. If you like Fred Flintstone sized portions, the braised short rib would be wonderful. The taste was savory and delicious. The crispy walleye had a consummate corn breading, but the remoulade was a bit too sweet for my palate. Our server picked up we were getting full, and with great prescience, asked us if we wanted to cancel our additional orders. Yes! She was amazing and added to our dining experience. I will return to Pigeonhole every time I'm in Calgary! Bravissimo!

Top 10 restaurant of canada! The sister restaurant, model milk is right next door (closed on mondays) so I came here I ate here by myself thus got to know the servers pretty well. The bartender was very attentive and nice. Gave recommendations and made freestyle cocktails I tried the charred cabbage - very flavorful and creamy. They can do half portions if needed. I'd recc this! I also tried the larb wraps. Flavorful. The only downfall I'd say is that both dishes were salty. I took some to go and when I ate the leftovers later, tasted even saltier You can see the chefs cooking, which I personally enjoy. I tried the chocolate mousse and madelines. The mousse is very dark chocolatey so if you enjoy chocolate, get it! Madeleines were okay - not mind blowing to me. Wish the texture was less hard. I honestly would try other restaurants first and come back

I suppose Covid changed everything! The menu is pretty small. Very few choices to choose from hence the 3 stars

Pigeonhole is Model Milk's twin sister with an eclectic twist towards small shareable plates. They've made quite a name for themselves already despite only being open for a year. The entrance isn't where you'd expect it to be but that's part of the charm. Love the charcoal coloured exposed brick and vintage sign. The patio out front looked like a great place to sit for couples or if you wanted to people watch the night away. The menu is a one pager and split into vegetables, meat, seafood, seasonal, caviar, cheese and sweets. The space is absolutely gorgeous; elegant, cozy, modern and intimate. Love the wide open kitchen concept. We were seated right in front of all the action. Service is excellent and our waitress was able to walk through the full menu with my sis to make sure everything was good for her to eat. - French 75 ($14.50) - BC cherries ($12.00) - Clams casino ($4.00) - Ricotta dumplings ($16.00) - Fresh oysters ($20.00 for 1/2 dozen) - Smashed cucumbers ($11.00) - Zucchini ($13.00) - Heritage angus steak ($26.00) - Grilled duck leg ($18.00) - Lamb breast ($15.00) - Stuffed mountain view chicken ($29.00) - Cheese platter ($35.00 for five cheeses) - Strawberries and cream ($8.00) Flavours, presentation, and service - Pigeonhole has it all covered. We had a great meal here but my only complaint here would be the portion sizes. Besides that, it's a great addition to 17th Ave's burgeoning restaurant scene.

Pigeon Hole has an interesting suite of menu items that are both fresh and innovative. You could feel the passion by staff for quality and local products use in there menu items we had. The tomato/peach salad was fresh and delicious; ricotta dumplings were very tasty, steak was done as we had asked perfectly but could have used a little more steak on the plate; the chicken with mushrooms was a highlight for us, and could be split between two people. Our server Mitchell was very helpful and attentive for the entire meal. One helpful suggestion... Although we liked most of the music it was too loud to carry on a normal converstion so it may not be the intimate place to go.

Absolutely fabulous. I have start by saying I love any restaurant that thane the cheese out of the fridge before opening. Small plates restaurant with impeccable service. I enjoyed the pork ribs,grilled cabbage with some delicious cheese on top, homemade burrata with peas and mint, tomat Again tonight delicious...exceptional consistent restaurant

If price is not an issue, you must try this place. I went with a group, we shared the chicken schnitzel, oysters, trout, gnocchi, steak frites and wagyu tartar. I cannot express the quality of ingredients they use here, everything is top notch, the flavours are well thought out and perfectly executed, blown away. Only one minor thing to point out, the music is all hip hop with a lot of swear words and lots of N words being shouted at you, so if you're not into that, it's the only reason to avoid. Personally I couldn't care less about music, so I didn't take any stars off for that.

Tapas style. Maybe need 2-3 items per person depending on how hungry you are. Both drinks and food is delicious here. Menu changes often. Tuna and hand rolled pasta is must order. Quality of food and service is really great.

Items Selected: Red Kuri Squash - Burrata, Honey Oyster Mushroom - Scallion, Crispy Rice Gremolata Ember Roasted Sweet Potato - Huckleberry, Sheep's Milk Feta Grilled Meatballs - Sake & Pork Gravy, Chili, Parmesan Potato 'Risotto' - Candy Cap, Pine Nut, Burgundy Truffle Pork Neck - BBQ, Apples, Cabbage, Spicy Nuts Confit Duck Leg - Parsnip, Sea Buckthorn Aerated Cheesecake - Caramelized Apple, Hazelnut Meyer Lemon Cream - Olive Oil Crumble, Cucumber Leaving Model Milk on Saturday night it was difficult to shake the feeling that I'd be missing out by not also visiting Pigeonhole next door, Justin Leboe's Wine and Snack Bar which was said to be just as good as his acclaimed first Restaurant subsequently welcoming me back for an early dinner on Tuesday thanks to a Social Media conversation plus a mutual friend. Arriving just after four o'clock, the space empty then but near-full by 5:30, it was with greetings from the hostess that I was led to a windowside table where Leboe would later greet me, the Chef speaking passionately about dining in Western Canada with a keen eye for goings-on elsewhere as he described his restaurant concepts and the staff with proud, fatherly words. Spread laterally across two levels, a significant departure from Model Milk which runs long from door to back, diners at Pigeonhole are presented with a varied but well-culled menu created by Leboe and chef de cuisine Garrett Martin, the general idea based on natural flavors honed during a stage in Copenhagen with a focus on Canadian ingredients. Every bit as trendy as Model Milk, though servers here seem better trained in the art of casual courtesy, it was with seven plates selected plus two offered from the kitchen that the meal progressed fluidly, opening bites of skewered Mushrooms balancing brine with bright acidity and pungent Scallions while the brilliant orange Squash seemed almost too bright to be real amidst creamy housemade Burrata and just a touch of Honey. Happy to see Sweet Potato on this menu, the version next door a stunner, Chef Martin's version sees the Tuber softened over embers from a wood grill with amidst Huckleberries and Sheep Feta, that same wood Grill responsible for the smoke-imbued slab of Pork Neck that harkened a backyard Barbecue while three pool-ball sized orbs of Meat bathed in a thin yet complex sauce that featured both booze and a bit of heat. Anticipating the makeshift Risotto from the moment I first looked at the online menu, Candy Cap Mushrooms used to lightly sweeten thinly diced Potatoes perfumed in Truffles, Pigeonhole's Confit Duck fell just short of the dry-aged version seen just three nights prior, though that speaks more to the quality of that version than of any issues with this one as the tender chunks of Turnip were a fancy counterpoint to the sour Berries of Sea Buckthorn. Happy to see a few desserts offered, the online menu devoid of that information, both the Aerated Cheesecake and Meyer Lemon Cream are presented as exploitations of expectations with a focus on texture, the former putting a base of caramelized Apples beneath a cloud dusted in Hazelnuts while the latter is a dense Pudding a la Pot de Crème with sweet Meyer Lemons finding balance in grassy Olive Oil Crumble and Cucumber Cream.

Great customer service! Staff were constantly refilling glasses and being attentive. Our server even gave us a free starter to try. Good high quality food. My husband had the wagu burger, which he loved. I wasn't in love with the gnocchi, but that was just a preference issue.

Visiting Calgary and my friend brought me here. I love the decor. It's modern and cozy and comforting. Arrived on a Tuesday night, we had no trouble getting a table. Service was awesome. No complaints here. For food, we had: - charred cabbage - 5/5 - who would have thought!?? Is that Japanese mayo they brush on in? So good!! - half duck - 4/5 my expectations of duck are quite high. Presentation reminds me of Peking duck. But the pancakes they serve it with is weird. It's like eating foamy pancakes and they only give you 6? Which is not enough to finish the bird. They're too thick to really hold much meat either. This is a shared plate.. so I would have expected them to cut the duck for us in slices so it was awkward for our party to distribute. Instead we made quite a mess. The gravy was delicious. I thought the meat was a bit over cooked perhaps. as the meat was a little soft and mealy? - oxtail and grits - 3.5/5 - meh it's was okay. Wasn't a fan of the grits. Had shrimp and grits last month in San Fran and was blown away. This version left me "meh" - spinach ricotta with truffle gnocchi. 4/5 these are more like gnuudis. The sauce is amazing !!!! - lemon Madeline's - 5/5- yum! Great way to end the me. Warm and made to order. Edges are perfectly crispy and crunchy with soft warm centers. I would like 12 please hehe I'd come her again for sure but would probably try their octopus and get the cabbage again

Pigeonhole was named one of the top 10 restaurants in Canada this year and that's saying alot because Eastern Canada tends to hog all the top spots in the business. It was a no brainer for us to check it out and see if the place truly stands among the best in Canada. Environment - Place was trendy and staff was excellent. We didn't get to sit next to the open kitchen but we were just happy that we got a reso on a Saturday night a few days before. You could tell all the staff take pride in their role in the restaurant. Our server was very knowledgable and worked hard to provide the best dining experience for us. Food - Pigeonhole's choice to serve tapas allows you to tantalize the full spectrum of your tastebuds. As recommended by pretty much everyone we talked to, we tried the charred cabbage ignoring the instincts of my palate, and I'm glad I did. It's a dish that should not work, but somehow Pigeonhole was able to work its magic and created something that's both bitter and sweet. Another worthy dish was the Applewood smoked chicken. As told by our server, the chicken had been in the smoker for a good number of hours and you could definitely tell. The meat was moist and full of flavor. It had a texture that was not quite chicken, but somewhat resembled pork. The other dishes were good as well, but I plan not to write an essay here. Value - While Pigeonhole was more expensive than the typical tapas restaurant, it was truly an unique experience worth the admission. Portions were not great, but that was to be expected from a tapas style restaurant. As my buddy always said, just head over to McDonald's for a top up afterwards. Overall - I would definitely recommend Pigeonhole to anyone who seeks an unique and satisfying culinary experience.

This was our first meal in Calgary. Pigeonhole is next to Model Milk and by the same owner. It's located on 17th Street where we got free parking a block away as the street was under construction in front of the restaurant. It had a nice hipster ambiance with music playing from a record player in the back. We ordered the following dishes for dinner that our server recommended - the cabbage, dumpling, smoked pork ribs. I was trying to decide between tagliatelle or spaetzle and went with tagliatelle which comes with bolognese meat sauce. I wanted to try the seafood too but thought we ordered too much already. The tagliatelle and pork ribs were served first and we were full by the time we finished these two dishes. They were good. We waited a while before we were served the charred cabbage and ricotta dumpling. The server said the cabbage is the most popular dish of the restaurant which i thought was odd as its cabbage! It was ok; I didn't like the aioli sauce that the cabbage was served on top of. Also the plate was huge and the sauce made the dish heavy. I also didn't like the soft texture of the ricotta dumplings. For dessert we tried the cheesecake topped with granita and strawberries. It was good especially the granita that I wished the dish had more of.

Hmmm. I'm not quite convinced this place is all it's hyped up to be. I made a reservation online and was really happy to get a table for 2 with such short notice! After reading all the positive reviews I was very excited to check it out. The inside is lovely. Nice lighting, exposed brick, nice big bars and a generally chill atmosphere. Despite the recommendation, you certainly do not have to dress formally. Sweaters and jeans would be perfectly acceptable. Our server was great and very knowledgeable, especially with the wine selection. I chose the first on the list of reds, and she brought the bottle out so I could sample before deciding. It was very good. For our meals we decided to share the carrots, pork, and gougeres. The gougeres were huge and my date loved them but they weren't my favorite flavour! I think it was just me though. The pork and carrots were both very tasty-especially the carrots, though the pork was a bit chewy. Overall it was a pretty A-OK experience, but I wasn't blown away.

Lets talk about how much I both love and loath Pigeonhole. Love: decor is amazing, wine list is extension, food is unreal tasty, service was pretty good, and all in all a great atmosphere. Loath: what is with the some of the highest price points on food I have seen in Calgary for "tapas" style portions that are minuscule? Now don't get me wrong it was fantastically tasty, but every time a plate came out all I could think was "are you kidding is that all?" Now I get the price point on deboned confit duck leg, but I don't understand paying $11 for 3 slices of sweet potato with some with huckleberry and sheeps milk feta. Was it shower in shaved gold? My friend and I are always out for more higher end elaborate style meals, and both of us stopped after 5 dishes because we refused to pay any more money and we were still ravenously hungry. This is the first time I have ever left a restaurant after a meal and actually gone somewhere else to eat more. I am super disappointed because the food is so good, but dont understand why they are skimping on portions? Just cant justify a return visit.

enRoute magazine named this place Canada's best new restaurant in 2015 - how could I not try this place? I probably should have clued in that "snack bar" in their name not only meant sharing but that portions are small so you are essentially snacking. That being said, 4 hungry girls there for dinner we racked up our bill quite a bit trying to get full. We were unsuccessful, however that didn't mean we didn't enjoy everything we ordered. Charred cabbage, halloumi cheese & beet salad, belgian endive, duck leg, calamari and ricotta dumplings all came out on eclectic mismatched china. Everything was scrumptious! The calamari is not the typical breaded kind you expect, and we loved it so much we got a 2nd order (but also, because we were still hungry). Definitely having lots of room for dessert, we got the buttermilk panna cotta and pot de crème (both served in cutesy tea cups). The pot de crème was quite rich, I'd pass on it but would totally double up on the panna cotta if opportunity arose. I truly loved the food here, but for the amount I paid AND I still had to head to McDee's after is a bit bothersome. So maybe next time I eat beforehand, and enjoy a few cocktails and order a few teaser dishes here and there.

Great vibe, super friendly staff, tasty modern comfort food and a nice selection of orange wine.

Oh pigeonhole, you might be my favourite restaurant in this city. Time and time again, you continue to surprise and delight. Came by for the food and drink experience and had a most wonderful meal. From beginning to end, every dish was favourable and interesting. My boyfriend wouldnt shut up about the kale salad which is bizarre when you think about how you can even make a normally boring SALAD that good. My favourites were the peel and eat shrimp (love that you left the shells on but made it easy to peel) Lovely nod to how most people actually eat shrimp in Asia where this dish flavours came from. The bits of pork in that sauce was my absolute favourite bite the whole meal. Another amazing bite was the cumin lamb. Didnt know what to expect from the menu descriptors but ground cumin lamb on top of a bed of grits was unexpected, comfortable and Delicious. The pork secreto was lovely with the mustard green on top, not sure if its intended but again the asian fusion flavours were lovely. Ended with some warm mandelines dipped in dulce de leche. Warm, gooey, could have dived headfirst in that dulce. What a lovely evening, what a lovely meal. Thank you thank you.

Amazing! Just like their sister restaurant, great atmosphere and the staff is knowledgeable and courteous. The food... Just gotta try it. Had the chilled prawns, soft shell crab and bone marrow. I would order it all again, and again!

I really enjoyed this place. I would have never expected it to be what it was being at the end of 17th. The service was incredible. The menu was diverse and the server was excellent at explaining the different tastes that created a dish. She was able to help us pick a delicious wine based on our descriptions of likes and dislikes and paired them nicely with their cheese plate. The desert was scrumptious.

This is what I ate: 1. Pomegranate lemonade - tastes like water 2. Pork and shrimp popcorn - decent, tad bit too salty 3. Ricotta dumpling - cheese balls, terrible 4. Beef Tare Tare - minced beef with jam and sourdough bread I'm not sure what people are raving about. The food portions are the worst I have seen in Calgary and pretty overpriced. The food is presented beautifully but simply isn't worth it. It's probably why I saw more people stick to drinks.

Loved the concept and look of Pigeonhole. It was perfect for a Friday night date night. We tried chicken liver mousse, charred cabbage, ricotta dumplings and grilled octopus. All were really great except the octopus. It was extreme chewy and lacking in flavour. The lamb marguez on the dish was tasty but not enough to carry the dish. We would not order it again. The other three dishes were excellent and we will definitely visit again. We were also impressed with their list of craft cocktails. Can't wait to return.

Interesting & exciting menu items, all of which were delicious. For being tapas-esque, each plate could have easily been shared between 2, even 3 hungry adults- often times I find small-plate restaurants to under-deliver on portion size, so I appreciated this. My only critique would be the table sizes which I wished broke from the latest "micro-table" mold...I mean, in theory, we are supposed to order many plates to share so it would make sense to have a little more surface area to accommodate this. Being elbow to elbow with the table next to us didnt bother me, I just found it awkward not having any space for our food and drinks.

This is a great spot my cousin suggested. I visited in May and they had a totally new menu with well picked creative items. They have exceptional selection of wines by glass. It was a little loud but love the vinyl selection and that they had their matches, not many places do that anymore, nice touch guys.

Fairly new place with the same owner as Model Milk. First of all, the dishes are tapas style and they will adjust portions of each dish to accommodate to how many people are in your party. We had 5 and they charged extra to add extra pieces to plates (ex. Dumplings come in 4, charge extra for 1 extra). Although they didn't tell us before doing so, we appreciated it. If you don't want them to do that, you should let your server know. We tried many dishes and I would recommend; - Charred cabbage (Taste reminds me of okonomiyaki!) - Ricotta dumplings - Cheese platter (There's about 14 diff kinds - you can trust your server to bring out whichever based on your preferences or you can choose) - Pine haven grass fed beef We also tried the salmon, tuna crudo, tomatoes and peaches, lamb tartare, boar sausage, mushroom, and the cidar glazed chicken. All these dishes were good, but I think a bit more unique and would depend on personal preferences. For dessert we had pot de creme and the maple butter madeleines. The maple butter is the filling inside the madeleine (for some reason I thought it would be a dip on the side) but it came out nice and warm and were really good! Served in 3s. The pot de creme is very thick and has a strong coffee taste to it. It's not my fav but I also don't like the thick textured desserts (personal preference). I like the atmosphere of the restaurant. The service was excellent - our server was extremely friendly and took the time to make recommendations and very accommodating. If you are curious about the dishes, I would request for a table near the kitchen where all the food comes out. You can check out the plates as servers walk past you :D I recommend trying this place with a large group of people so you can get a taste of everything. A little bit on the pricier side so maybe save it for a fancy girls night out or some kind of occasion ;)

I popped in for a quick lunch alone today, sat at the bar. The bartender was friendly and he did a great job recommending dish sizes. I had the gnocchi which were absolutely delicious, and a nice glass of wine. Highly recommend!

All the plates and cocktails are so yummy!! Such a posh and elegant venue. This place is definitely one of the best cocktails bars I have been to in Calgary and their plates are delicious. I recommend coming here with 2-3 friends so you can try several dishes and a couple cocktails without spending too much money. I went with a couple friends and we shared 4 dishes and had two cocktails each and with tip our total was about $70.00 - not bad for gourmet cuisine and very good cocktails. My favourite dish was the charred cabbage. This is one of those creative dishes where chefs prove they can make anything taste delicious with the right ingredients and cooking. Well done chefs. Well done. The ricotta dumplings were a close second favourite. If you are a "cheese person" you'll love them. The rabbit roulade and grilled duck leg were also very good. You really can't go wrong. Order whatever you're in the mood for and you'll probably be pretty pleased. The earl grey martini was also yum. All around a beautiful new Calgary venue with epic tapas =)

Delicious assortment of tapas with interesting flavors and lots of variety! My friend and I got 6 tapas to share between the two of us + a dessert, and were extremely satisfied. We made a reservation at 730pm for Wednesday night for two, but when we arrived the guests before us were still finishing up dessert at the table. The hostess was incredibly nice and apologized a lot, offering us drinks at the bar to start and potential window bar seating if we wanted to be seated immediately. We opted to wait for a little while (weren't in a huge rush) and got some drinks. I had the Planters Punch, which was fruity and light! We were seated at our table pretty quickly, and our waitress was extremely nice in asking us we'd ever been here before, explaining to us the breakdown of the menu, and highlighting her favorite items. We ended up basically following her recommendations exactly, ordering the bread, charred cabbage, halibut aguachile, foie gras with spring peas, steak tartare, ricotta dumplings, hen of the woods mushroom, and poached rhubarb. It was all amazing and extremely interesting flavors. The charred cabbage is a staple of Pigeonhole's menu -- it was smothered in butter and cheese and some interesting aoli that made it quite delicious. My personal favorites were the steak tartare and halibut aguachile, as both were quite light and fresh. Although we were stuffed, we got the poached rhubarb which was delicious. It was very tart, and had yummy chocolate chunks sprinkled on top. I would definitely recommend anyone looking for good food in Calgary to come and eat here!

I defiantly agree it's an overpriced overhyped foodie destination. Between 2 people we ordered: grilled meatballs, shabu shabby beef, cabbage and chicken dumplings, and the "family size" fish tacos. pro: lovley service, hipster decor and cabbage dumpling which had onion just sauce and stuffed with gouda. cons: PRICE for each tapas dish it's $18 for what I felt like I got... gravey with meatball(grilled mratballs), panchetta with salty miso soup(shabu shabu), $48 fish tacos which you have to de-bone dilligently. Disclaimer: I am a foodie and have been to michelin star restaurants where I would GLADY pay again to have again. I've also been to Vietnam to have the "fish style" taco and Japan for shabu shabu and it is a POOR comparison. For a $150 meat I expected much better.

I was not disappointed with the food here as the bar was set high from friends raving about it. Great food, great cocktails albeit pricey. Friendly staff and accommodating with requests. We had 12 of us in for my birthday and planned to bring a birthday cake with us that my mom made for me. We were willing to pay a small fee but they charged us $5 per person (even corkage is by bottle not by person) whether that was to deter our large group from coming or just from bringing cake I'm not sure. Also one of these "guests" was a 5 month old baby, which they were aware of. Just seemed a little bit too expensive when we already spent a good chunk of change there. Overall an enjoyable experience and great food though

I gave it a 3 because the food was good however we walked in after hiking for a quick bite. They said we didn't have reservations but can put us outside. Sure no problem, the food came out on a timely fashion, tasted yummy. But the waitress kept coming over to refill everyone's water but mine, especially when my glass was empty always. The first time I thought she didn't see that my glass was empty, sure no problem so my friend gave me his and I drank it all, The waitress came back another time and refilled everyone else's which were full but again skipped mine.

I always find the staff here to be so sweet and welcoming. I love the decor and the space, they did a great job in a building that could easily feel weird. Eat here if you are up for an adventure! Everything is unique and many menu items change throughout the year. Like many people I am a fan of the charred cabbage, other faves are the wagu beef tartare, oysters and superb selection of cheeses. The cocktails ARE SO SO GOOD and they have a killer wine list. My favorite cocktail is the Earl Grey Martini.

This place serves absolutely delectable food. This tapas place uses fresh ingredients in innovative ways, pairing tastes that I didn't think would go together, and yet, do. One prime example is the yellow beets with pecans, horse radish creme, and BC cherries. Sounds weird, and yet tastes marvelous. The roasted cabbage with jalapeño and the lobster mushroom vied for first place. The cabbage was impressive and allegedly their best selling dish; a lowly vegetable elevated, with a soft moist interior laced with crispy edges ever so slightly burnt, laid over a magnificent jalapeño aioli and topped with mounds of cheese. Mouthwatering. The place isn't cheap (we paid ~$65 a person for food + drinks) - but it's oh so worth it. It's a perfect place for 2 people to dine - you get just enough of the dish to feel satiated. I've come with 4 and it's fine, but you end up just craving more because it's so delicious. We ordered 6 dishes between the two of us and we were stuffed...and we're two guys with good appetites. Our server with prompt, friendly, and offered us more aioli when it didn't seem like we had enough. When we mentioned we were in a slight rush, she immediately got us our bill. Best food I've had in Calgary so far.

Let's talk bread n butter people. First off, who do you think you are when you say you don't eat bread? I'll tell you who you are, a raging psychopath. You're a person I would never invite to dinner and probably a person I'm already not friends with because, f-you. Gluten intolerance aside, you can still find a solid gluten-free bread. Now that I've gotten that out of the way, here's a lovely picture of some bread and butter from PigeonHole as well as a couple others. They say you can judge a lot about a restaurant based on their bread. Is it fresh? How soft is the inside? How crusty is the outside? What's its level of absorbency? Is it warm? I'm not going to dive into details of this particular bread but I'll sum it up quite simply... It's nothing to write home about. It's maybe something to write Yelp about, but I'll tell ya, Ma is not getting a hand written letter. So based on that, and in order to spare everyone the time, PigeonHole is nothing special. I was so underwhelmed, the actual process of reviewing every dish feels forced and I could care less. Don't even get me started on our dessert. The butter though! It was smoky with just the right amount of saltiness... I liked it. Come for the atmosphere, stay just long enough to try the butter, leave because you're palette deserves better. For the sake of seeing the dishes, we ordered the Ricotta Dumplings, The charred cabbage and the flatiron steak.

I visited Pigeonhole for the second time and was just as impressed as the first trip there. My date and I had the ricotta dumplings, beef tartar, charred cabbage, and lamb ribs. It was all very good and since we sat at the bar it was somewhat dinner and a show watching the bartender create different cocktails. Great time and great food. I'll definitely be back again. *Visited June/17

Pigeonhole is mostly about well prepared small shareable plates and drinks to accompany them. As its name implies though, Pigeonhole's food doesn't fit neatly into one cuisine. We sat on the patio and ordered the halibut cheeks, tuna crudo, ricotta dumplings, and the chicken liver mousse, along with several cocktails. First off, the cocktails we had (they change regularly) were nicely balanced and a pretty good deal as they are in the $13 range but contain up to 3oz of liqueur. The wine menu is moderately extensive especially for by-the-glass options, and covers the gamut of grapes & styles from smaller producers. The first dish to come was the mousse, which scored points for flavour and texture, but was perhaps a bit small for sharing, especially if there were more than two people in your party. The ricotta dumplings were beautifully delicate, with a tasty mushroom sauce we were sure to eat up. While the dumpling is a staple here, like many dishes it appears to undergo ingredient tweaking to use whatever's fresh & available. The halibut cheeks for example came with miner lettuce (which has a unique shape and taste), but all of the pics we've seen if it before or since use different greens. The cheeks were very well made, lightly poached with a melt in your mouth texture. Finally, the tuna crudo had a nice firm texture, and was well complimented by an out of the ordinary chermoula, a North African spice mix with cumin, parsley and warm spices that is often served with fish there. A bit more starch accompaniment would have stretched the dish out a bit. We skipped dessert as two options didn't interest us (madeleines are a coffee accessory, not a dessert). We left culinarily satisfied but a little hungry after dropping just over $100 on 4 plates and 4 cocktails. Overall, Pigeonhole has tasty, well-prepared shareable small plates but my enthusiasm (are rating) is tempered by a lack of starch to provide a complete meal experience which you'd expect for the prices paid.

I had an awesome summer feast meal that was a ridiculously good value at 35$. The food is nuanced and a total flavour trip of different cuisines. I love being surprised with the new seasonal dishes the kitchen puts out. Anything off the charcoal grill is bound to be awesome. The desserts are simple but delicious. My favourite restaurant in Calgary

I had probably the best meal I've had in Calgary here. Innovative dishes and sharing plates combined with most wines by the glass made this a great dining experience.

Probably my fav place during my 10 days vacation in Calgary. We ordered their steak, paired with Pinot Noir. The wine was on the fruity and light side, which was my fav. And the steak was just tender and juicy and good distribution of fat! Wish I could try more on their other fusion dishes.