Chef Colby Tio is an award-winning chef recognized for his innovative fusion cuisine. He currently leads the kitchen at Bar Chouette and previously honed his skills at Milpa. His culinary creativity was recently...
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The food was incredible! Really interesting dishes that were truly delicious. Portions aren't huge so for two people I'd recommend 3-4 dishes at least. It's also not cheap but the quality was there, at least for the food. It was a bit slow to come out.
The souffle was incredible, really interesting texture and cheesiness. I really enjoyed the duck pie as well, it has a great combination of flavours. The monkfish was incredibly buttery and perfectly cooked; the side vegetables equally good. The cake was phenomenal as well.
Service was decent. Our waitress knew the menu, food was brought out as soon as it was ready, and they checked in the right amount plus refilled waters. Tip started at 18%.
The atmosphere was okay. The art is interesting and I like the open kitchen. It was freezing and a bit loud and bright.
Overall, I would recommend!
Seriously incredible experience! The server was great and the food was delectable! I love duck so I obviously went for the Duck Pie with Sour Cherry Ju. Sheesh! It was so flavorful! I paired it with the Rundle G&T which was made with Saskatoon berry 🫐. Yummy. Lastly I had a french dessert with coconut cream, cardamom englaise and pineapple. Everything I had was exquisite and really thought out.
Bar Chouette in downtown Calgary delivered an outstanding dining experience. Thanks to Chef’s thoughtful arrangement, everything was seamless from start to finish. The wine pairings were exceptionally well done, with each dish perfectly complemented by every sip. The trio of beef tartar, oyster, and trout pâté—beautifully presented on a bed of rocks—was a standout for both elegance and flavor.
Every course maintained a high standard, with the dill cucumber salad being especially refreshing. The service was excellent, with knowledgeable staff guiding us through the menu. The chic, open atmosphere added to the experience, enhanced by the French-inspired chef’s personal touch and genuine care for guest satisfaction. Reservations are highly recommended, as the restaurant fills up quickly. A must-visit for food lovers.
I love being served burnt food that takes forever to arrive! One of the most tasteless, disgusting things I've ever put in my mouth food or otherwise. It's a shame they didn't put their best foot forward. The Thai squash soup was lovely and would've liked to try more of the menu.
Me and my husband sat at the bar table, and the customers next to us were talking so loudly that it ruined the vibe. Our food was prepared by a new sous chef that night who was still in training. Our server was nice though. We paid more than $300 for the meal. For that price, I would easily choose Luca or Major Tom for better seating and more decent food.
