ONE18 EMPIRE

4.2

1119 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary American

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2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for business meals
Innovative
Good for groups

ONE18 EMPIRE is a whiskey inspired bar and restaurant with a strong focus on shareable, locally inspired cuisine, masterfully paired with our select onsite reserve.

With over 300 whiskeys, ryes, bourbons and scotches served by our seasoned bartenders, ONE18 EMPIRE cultivates an engaging and activated bar experience for locals and out of town patrons alike. Along with our vast collection of whiskey, ONE18 EMPIRE also offers a wide range of craft beers, wine on tap and a selection of whiskey tailored cocktails.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 2:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 2:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(403) 269-0299
Website
http://one18empire.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Sean Cutler
Catering
Connect with us to discuss catering options. Please call 403-269-0299 for details and join us for your next function
Private party facilities
Host your next private dining experience or group function in ONE18 EMPIRE’s McTavish Dining Room. Reservations can be made for groups of up to 20 people and paired tastings, to a private dinner or working luncheon.
Private party contact
ONE18 EMPIRE: (403) 269-0299

Location
820 Centre St SE, Calgary, AB T2G 5J2
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Center Street and 9th Avenue
Parking details
Street parking or parkades close by.
Public transit
C-Train stop is within two minute walk
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Valentines Day Dinner
CA$75.00 per person
Prepaid
Feb 14, 2025 only
Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with an enchanting evening at ONE18 EMPIRE, transformed into our signature Fantôme speakeasy. For $150 per couple, enjoy a romantic three-course dinner accompanied by live music. Your evening begins with a welcome beverage and amuse-bouche, followed by Scallop Crudo. The decadent main course features Bison Striploin with Tarragon Butter Poached Lobster and Artichoke Ravioli, and dessert is an irresistible Orange & Strawberry Tarte Tatin. Enhance your experience with an optional specially curated wine pairing from Paladin Estates for $40 per person. Reserve now for a night of elegance and romance! Full table participation is required for this menu. Wine pairing is optional and can be enjoyed individually.

Roasted Alberta BeetsCA$17.00
Whipped mascarpone | Baby kale | Pickled fennel | Apple pecan crumble | Maple garlic vinaigrette
ONE18 SaladCA$17.00
Cold pressed canola vinaigrette | Aged gouda | Pickled onions | Smoked walnuts
Salt & Pepper Humboldt SquidCA$21.00
Togarashi | Sweet soy aioli | Cilantro | Red cabbage kimchi
Garlic BunCA$17.00
Toasted milk bread | Smoked shallot & Roasted garlic butter | Boursin cheese

Bowls

Taber Corn Berbon French Onion SoupCA$17.00
Grizzly gouda | Puff pastry
Quinoa Power BowlCA$17.00
Confit tomatoes | Feta cheese | Baby cucumbers | Toasted pine nuts | Artisan lettuce | Pickled onions | Olives | Lemon basil vinaigrette
Prairie Grains BowlCA$18.00
Baby kale | Radicchio | Pickled carrots | Prairie seeds | Cranberries | Roasted squash | Beets | Carrot ginger vinaigrette

Large Plates

Cajun Chicken SandwichCA$21.00
Roasted jalapeño aioli | House pickles | Cilantro lime coleslaw | Brioche bun
- Add BaconCA$3.00
ONE18Empire BurgerCA$24.00
Arugula | House mustard pickles | Tomato | Smoked onion aioli | Aged gouda | Taber Corn Berbon BBQ sauce
- Add BaconCA$3.00
- Short ribCA$5.00
Cubano SandwichCA$23.00
Al Mojo pulled pork | Ham | Mustard pickles | Roasted garlic aioli | Swiss cheese | Ciabatta
Short Rib Birria Beef DipCA$24.00
Mozzarella cheese | Roasted tomato salsa | Birria broth | Sourdough baguette
Alberta Beef Steak FritesCA$26.00
Truffle parmesan fries | Arugula salad | Smoked onion jam | Calabrian chili chimichurri
Chorizo TagliatelleCA$22.00
Roasted mushrooms | Confit tomato | Chili cream sauce | Parmesan herb crumb
- Add Grilled chickenCA$10.00
Blackened SalmonCA$26.00
Mushroom polenta | Crispy brussel sprouts | Dill dijon emulsion | Goats cheese

Breakfast

Steel Cut OatmealCA$13.00
House granola | Haskap berry compote | Whipped Citrus Mascarpone
Greek Yogurt ParfaitCA$13.00
Local Greek yogurt | Hemp heart granola | Fresh berries | Organic honey | Cocoa nibs
Bread Pudding French ToastCA$18.00
Haskap berry compote | Smoked walnuts | Whipped citrus mascarpone
ONE18 EMPIRE ChilaquilesCA$22.00
Two sunny side up eggs | Smoked tomato compote | Feta cheese | Fermented jalapeño crema | Black bean corn salsa | Pickled red onion
- TofuCA$4.00
- Birria short ribCA$8.00
- Pulled porkCA$8.00
Mushroom OmeletCA$20.00
Mushrooms | Gruyere cheese | Red potato hash | Choice of toast
Butter Poached Crab BenedictCA$24.00
Sautéed spinach | Bell peppers | Avocado | Brown butter hollandaise sauce | Red potato hash | Cheddar chive biscuit
All Canadian BreakfastCA$24.00
2 Free run eggs | Red potato hash | Thick cut bacon | Maple breakfast sausage | Roasted tomatoes | Choice of toast
Duck Confit HashCA$23.00
Brussel sprouts | Red potato hash | Roasted squash | Two poached eggs | Brown butter hollandaise sauce | Pickled shallots | Maple mustard vinaigrette
Avocado ToastCA$22.00
Arugula | Pickled onions | Radish | Fermented tomato vinaigrette | Crispy chickpeas | Confit tomatoes | Feta cheese | Grilled sourdough
- Free run eggCA$3.00

Sides

Free run eggCA$3.00
ToastCA$4.00
Gluten free toastCA$4.00
BaconCA$5.00
SausageCA$5.00
Half avocadoCA$4.00
Fresh fruitCA$8.00
Red potato hashCA$4.00

Beverages

CoffeeCA$4.00
Starbucks® Pike Place Regular | Decaffeinated
TeaCA$4.00
Teavana® Tea
Hot ChocolateCA$4.00
JuiceCA$4.00
Orange | Apple | Grapefruit | Pineapple | Cranberry
SodaCA$4.00
Pepsi | Diet Pepsi | Ginger ale | 7-UP | Club Soda

What 1,119 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.1Service
4Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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ONE18 EMPIRE boasts a lively atmosphere and "delicious" food, with standout dishes like French onion soup and a "beautiful" northern lights cocktail. Patrons praise the "great service" and the "amazing" Old Fashioneds. While some experiences have been mixed, many diners find it a "great place to meet with friends."

1,119 Reviews

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Danielle
Calgary
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I always enjoy one18. Great service and great cocktails
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Carmen
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were a party of 6, our waitress was wonderful very polite and helpful. All the staff were friendly and polite. Food was delicious .
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LUMINITA
Calgary
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Bad experience for the first day of Christmas lunch, December 25, 2024. I ordered blackened salmon fillets with fries. I received an extremely small, thick, uncooked piece of salmon. It did not look like the blackened salmon they showed on their online menu. I asked to replace the uncooked piece of fish with blackened salmon fillets. I asked for prosseco; they brought me a very small glass with proseco. I don't think I got 6 oz of proseco; they charged me $16 for it. The dessert, Coffee Dacquoise, was different from the desserts I had had before; the desert wasn't overly sweet, which was nice. Very slow service, even though there were less than 10 people seated at the tables. I waited 8 minutes to be seated at a table; after being seated, I waited 15 minutes to be given a glass of water. After 15 minutes I went to the bar and asked for water. After 5 minutes I received a glass and a small bottle of tap water. The main course also came late. I do not recommend this restaurant. It's expensive, the food isn't very good and the service is poor, poor.
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Valerie
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was all interesting and very good. Drinks were well prepared, especially the smoked Old Fashioneds. Service friendly and attentive.
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Shane
Las Vegas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waitress Leslie went above and beyond to make our evening fun. She was a great server and had a ton of fun.
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Jonah
Hawaii
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We went for lunch on a Wednesday in December. They appeared to be short staffed and it was quite busy. It took 30 minutes to get a drink from the time we sat down and just under an hour for a steak frites and burger. Service was average at best. For a similar price I’d recommend Charcut across the street.
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Steve
London
6 reviews
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Almost a 2 hour wait for lunch for our group.
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Colleen
Calgary
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The atmosphere was very enjoyable, the food delicious and the northern lights cocktail was beautiful and delicious. A great place to meet with friends.
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Bear
VIP
Calgary
88 reviews
5.0
88 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience excellent server and overall staff. Food was perfectly made to order and the French onion soup was fantastic !
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Evelyn
Calgary
6 reviews
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Food was fantastic but service was slow. It took 45 minutes to get our food ordered and we had to rush eating our food in order to make it to the theatre. We usually love this restaurant but we were sadly disappointed this time.
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FAQs

ONE18 EMPIRE offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (403) 269-0299.

ONE18 EMPIRE is rated 4.2 stars by 1119 OpenTable diners.

ONE18 EMPIRE does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

820 Centre St SE, Calgary, AB T2G 5J2

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Center Street and 9th Avenue
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 2:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 2:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking or parkades close by.
Public transit
C-Train stop is within two minute walk
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Sean Cutler
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://one18empire.com/
Phone number
(403) 269-0299
Catering
Connect with us to discuss catering options. Please call 403-269-0299 for details and join us for your next function
Private party facilities
Host your next private dining experience or group function in ONE18 EMPIRE’s McTavish Dining Room. Reservations can be made for groups of up to 20 people and paired tastings, to a private dinner or working luncheon.
Private party contact
ONE18 EMPIRE: (403) 269-0299

Gift card

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ONE18 EMPIRE

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Gift card

Valentines Day Dinner

Dinner

ONE18 EMPIRE PopcornCA$6.00

Truffle Honey ChipsCA$8.00

Smoked onion & chive dip

House Cut Truffle FriesCA$12.00

Smoked Chicken WingsCA$18.00

Garlic BunCA$17.00

Charcuterie BoardCA$35.00

small plates

Salt & Pepper Humboldt SquidCA$21.00

Smoked Chili ShrimpCA$21.00

Smoked Cheddar CroquettesCA$19.00

Juniper & Citrus Bison CarpaccioCA$24.00

Taber Corn Berbon French Onion SoupCA$17.00

Sweet & Sour Brussel SproutsCA$17.00

Baked Oyster Mushroom FondueCA$20.00

Roasted Alberta BeetsCA$17.00

large plates

Braised Alberta LambCA$51.00

Alberta Beef “Eye of Rib”CA$56.00

Calabrian Roasted ChickenCA$48.00

Organic Pacific SalmonCA$46.00

Squash & Barley “Risotto”CA$41.00

ONE18 Empire BurgerCA$24.00

Lunch

Roasted Alberta BeetsCA$17.00

ONE18 SaladCA$17.00

Salt & Pepper Humboldt SquidCA$21.00

Garlic BunCA$17.00

Bowls

Taber Corn Berbon French Onion SoupCA$17.00

Quinoa Power BowlCA$17.00

Prairie Grains BowlCA$18.00

Large Plates

Cajun Chicken SandwichCA$21.00

ONE18Empire BurgerCA$24.00

Cubano SandwichCA$23.00

Short Rib Birria Beef DipCA$24.00

Alberta Beef Steak FritesCA$26.00

Chorizo TagliatelleCA$22.00

Blackened SalmonCA$26.00

Breakfast

Steel Cut OatmealCA$13.00

Greek Yogurt ParfaitCA$13.00

Bread Pudding French ToastCA$18.00

ONE18 EMPIRE ChilaquilesCA$22.00

Mushroom OmeletCA$20.00

Butter Poached Crab BenedictCA$24.00

All Canadian BreakfastCA$24.00

Duck Confit HashCA$23.00

Avocado ToastCA$22.00

Sides

Free run eggCA$3.00

ToastCA$4.00

Gluten free toastCA$4.00

BaconCA$5.00

SausageCA$5.00

Half avocadoCA$4.00

Fresh fruitCA$8.00

Red potato hashCA$4.00

Beverages

CoffeeCA$4.00

TeaCA$4.00

Hot ChocolateCA$4.00

JuiceCA$4.00

SodaCA$4.00

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