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True Wild Restaurant Events Distillery Calgary - True Wild Distilling, Calgary, AB

True Wild Distilling

4.8
4.8
157 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Contemporary Canadian

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 16 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
Welcome to the True Wild Distilling Bar & Restaurant, A live-fire restaurant nestled between towering whisky and gin stills inside a stunning heritage building. High-quality proteins and sustainable vegetables dishes are infused with the unique flavour profile that only charcoal can impart. Unpretentious yet premium, we’ve developed a menu that’s driven by the spirits of its surroundings and is complimentary in nature.

True masters of their craft, our mixologists expertly blend our spirits with curated ingredients to create cocktails that are as delicious as they are imaginative. Whether you’re in the mood for a perfectly prepared classic or want to try something new, our bar has what you’re looking for.

It’s not just a meal or a drink; it’s an experience that stirs something inside.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (403) 245-8269
  • Website
    http://www.truewilddistilling.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jeff Lusis
  • Private party facilities
    True Wild has multiple options that include Private and Semi-Private rooms. From our Mezzanine overlooking the Restaurants main floor complete with audio video capability, to our upstairs private event and multipurpose space that has views of Calgary's skyline, AV capability, DJ/Mic input, private bar, and support kitchen.
  • Location
    3115 11 St SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0P4
  • Neighborhood
    Calgary
  • Cross street
    A short drive off of Blackfoot Trail and 34ave. Turn left on 11 st SE.
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 157 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Innovative

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Contemporary Canadian

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Calgary

    Best Ambiance

  • Calgary

    Innovative

  • Calgary

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Calgary

    Contemporary Canadian

  • Calgary

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
True Wild Distilling offers an exceptional dining experience in a beautifully restored historical building. Guests rave about "amazing food," "fantastic cocktails," and "attentive service." The venue blends old-world charm with modern flair, creating a "memorable" and "unique" ambiance. Standout dishes include the bone marrow toast and steelhead trout, making it a must-visit destination.

157 Reviews

  1. GenevieveD

    Vancouver3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Peter was fantastic. The food was phenomenal. Such a great experience we will be back again and again.

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  2. Marilee VIP

    Calgary5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very unique, beautiful atmosphere with delicious food!

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  3. Ayrann VIP

    Calgary10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time checking it out, and it was incredible. Ambience was great, cocktails were phenomenal, food was fantastic. Will definitely be back!!!

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  4. Kathryn VIP

    Calgary20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything is so great (food, cocktails, ambience, location) and people are catching on so book now because it’s becoming a ‘hot ticket’

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  5. Jarred

    Calgary4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great and the service was fantastic! This was our first time there and we will be back again.

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  6. Kelly VIP

    Calgary5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great venue with unique menu. Food was very tasty. Our server was very engaged even though he was very busy. Will try it again.

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  7. Dominique

    Phoenix9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great! The decor and ambiance is fabulous, our server, Sasha, was excellent and the food was excellent…a new take on everything and they nailed it! I will definitely go again!

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  8. jason

    Calgary1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Drinks and service are great. Location is unique and sets up a really nice atmosphere. Food menu needs some work. Mains are good but starters and vegetable options need some work. Including a charcuterie board would be a smart add when just sitting down for drinks.

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  9. Julie VIP

    Calgary12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went with friends for a late lunch on a Saturday afternoon. Restaurant was about half full, noise level was minimal. The space is absolutely stunning with a front row seat and view of the gin and vodka copper stills. Seats themselves are comfortable (a big plus) and not crowded together. Our party of four started with a cocktail for the ladies and beers for the boys. Espresso martini for my gf and a Betty White for myself. Both were delicious! Our server was fantastic, very knowledgeable and shared with us the history of the building. Menu, although small, was thoughtfully prepared. I chose the beef marrow with toast and smoked beets, my husband had the Oxtail Pie and we shared an order of fries. He also had the 1/2 dozen oysters as a starter. My gf had the burger (bunless for GF) and her partner had the pickerel “Filet O Fish” burger and fries, with the pickles to start. The food was more than plenty, well prepared, hot and delicious. Be prepared to enjoy your time here! It is not somewhere to go in a rush. It take a bit of time for drinks and food to arrive, but well worth it. Washrooms are upstairs, unsure about accessible washrooms. It is a bit of a hike up the stairs! There is another beautiful room upstairs that is available for events with a grand bar. Overall, we enjoyed the experience, and the timing for us to go for a late lunch worked well for us. Will definitely go again, the patio will be beautiful in the summer to sip a cocktail outside in the sunshine.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was awesome… The service was amazing… Our server was amazing and it made our night

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True Wild Distilling is rated 4.8 stars by 157 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 16 times today
Google Map for True Wild Distilling

3115 11 St SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0P4

Additional information

  • Cross street
    A short drive off of Blackfoot Trail and 34ave. Turn left on 11 st SE.
  • Neighborhood
    Calgary
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jeff Lusis
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.truewilddistilling.com/
  • Phone number
    (403) 245-8269
  • Private party facilities
    True Wild has multiple options that include Private and Semi-Private rooms. From our Mezzanine overlooking the Restaurants main floor complete with audio video capability, to our upstairs private event and multipurpose space that has views of Calgary's skyline, AV capability, DJ/Mic input, private bar, and support kitchen.
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