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

True Wild Distilling

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

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 23 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
  • 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.
  • Area
    Calgary
  • Cross Street
    A short drive off of Blackfoot Trail and 34ave. Turn left on 11 st SE.
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 51 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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Best Overall

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Best Food

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Best Service

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Best Ambience

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Best Value

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Innovative

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Lively

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Contemporary Canadian

  • Calgary

    Best Overall

  • Calgary

    Best Food

  • Calgary

    Best Service

  • Calgary

    Best Ambience

  • Calgary

    Best Value

  • Calgary

    Innovative

  • Calgary

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Calgary

    Lively

  • Calgary

    Contemporary Canadian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
True Wild Distilling offers a "magical" dining experience in a beautifully restored historical building. With "amazing" food, including standout oysters and steak tartare, and cocktails that are "exquisite," this unique venue is perfect for an unforgettable evening. The "fantastic" service and "inviting" atmosphere ensure you'll want to return soon.

51 Reviews
  1. alysha

    VIP

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, great atmosphere, beautiful setting!

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  2. Marlo

    Calgary

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went to True Wild for my husband’s birthday dinner. As always I checked the menu prior to arrival. Much to my surprise it was not at all what the menu was in restaurant. This was extremely disappointing to me. The food we did order was good though steak was not hot upon arrival and mustard was too spicy to eat. Our sides, broccoli salad and fries, were both tasty. I did love the wine glass. Thin glass with a very skinny stem. Our waiter was very nice and friendly. Music and noise on the main floor was way too loud but luckily we were seated on the second level.

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  3. Ryan

    VIP

    Calgary

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cocktails were perfectly crafted !! The food was exceptional !! Definitely going back !!

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  4. Alisa

    Calgary

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We visited True Wild Distilling with high expectations, thanks to the glowing food reviews, but our experience was a bit of a mixed bag. We started with the broccoli salad, which was heavily covered in parmesan but didn’t quite hit the spot for us. The beer tartar came with chips that tasted like Ruffles All-Dressed, which we weren’t fans of. Unfortunately, the French fries were stale and seemed to have sat at the window for a while before reaching our table. That said, there were some bright spots in the meal. The chili oysters were fantastic—flavorful and fresh, definitely a highlight. The cheeseburger wasn’t bad either, offering a satisfying bite that stood out amidst the other dishes. Perhaps we caught the restaurant on an off night. We’re still intrigued by the rave reviews and are willing to give it another shot in the future, hoping for a better experience next time.

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  5. Heidi

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Especially enjoyed the fish burger for lunch. Would like to return for dinner some time. Beautiful spot!

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  6. Stephanie

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This food is phenomenal and the drinks are crafted so well. The family style dishes and the ambiance made for a perfect date night. The staff were so welcoming and knowledgeable. Looking forward to going back for future date nights.

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  7. Andrew

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the best spot in Calgary! Great experience all around. Took some friends from the east coast sent em home with a bottle of whiskey. I’m sure they are going with a great memory. Thank you!

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  8. Burak

    Calgary

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The building itself is spectacular and definitely worth checking out. When it comes to our experience, we waited for 20 minutes even though we had a reservation. Some of the items on the menu we wanted to order were not available. The staff was attentive while we were waiting, and they tried to explain why they ran out of certain options on a Friday night. Overall, we would visit again for the ambiance but not for food.

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  9. Jeff

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Well worth the experience in all aspects. Service, food and service top notch. Very unique location.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Rachel

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great new place. Food was delicious and the vibe of the building is really cool.

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True Wild Distilling is rated 4.8 stars by 51 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 23 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.
  • Area
    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 Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jeff Lusis
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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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