ONE18 EMPIRE

Name: ONE18 EMPIRE
Address: 820 Centre St SE, Calgary, AB, Canada, T2G 5J2
Telephone: (403) 269-0299
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4

4 (1135)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary American

820 Centre St SE, Calgary, AB T2G 5J2

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2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for business meals
Great for creative cocktails
Great for happy hour

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Saddle up for a flavor-packed rodeo like no other at Oak & Smoke Saloon, a limited-time culinary experience blazing onto the scene only during the Calgary Stampede 2025. Inspired by the bold spirit of the Wild West and fueled by the rich traditions of open-flame cooking, Oak & Smoke serves up slow-smoked meats, fire-grilled favorites, and whiskey-forward cocktails in a rustic, high-energy setting.
This ain’t your average chuckwagon. From sunrise brunches to late-night bites, every dish is a celebration of Alberta’s finest ingredients kissed by smoke, oak, and a touch of Stampede swagger. Whether you're a cowboy at heart or just here for the ride, Oak & Smoke is where Calgary comes to gather, graze, and raise a glass.

Open for 10 days only. Please see the menu page for all the delish details! Our full bar is available but food will be feature menu only!

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 Sat, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon, Sun 2:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–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, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

The Lunch Rush - In a hurry? We got you covered!
CA$20.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Short on time but craving something delicious? The lunch rush has you covered! Each week were serving up a rotating sandwich special, complete with crispy chips, a fresh salad, and a house made cookie, all designed for a quick satisfying lunch that keeps you fueled for the day. Served daily from 11am-2pm Monday to Friday.
Match with Us!
CA$60.00 per party
Multiple dates available
Swiped right? Match With Us next! Take your online connection to the next level with great drinks, delicious bites, and a little spark of curiosity. Whether it’s a first date or just a chance to get to know someone better, for $60 let us help you break the ice with: 🍸 Two expertly crafted cocktails 🍽 One shareable appetizer 🃏 A deck of fun conversation-starting questions Join us for a first date done right—sip, snack, and see where the night takes you!
Sunday Session | Industry Vibes, Patio Style
Jun 1, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
Sunday Session | Industry Vibes, Patio Style Every Sunday, we're turning up the energy with the ultimate patio + lounge experience, crafted just for our industry friends, locals, hotel guests, and anyone looking to soak up those summer vibes. 🔥 BBQ patio menu 🍺 Craft beer cans & slushy machine cocktails 🎧 Live DJ Jimmy Nguyen + Lawn games ☀️ Weather dependent Enjoy special drink pricing, unbeatable vibes, and the best patio in the city, yep, we said it! Expect surprise themes once a month, Latin nights, Hip Hop sets, or even live music to mix it up. Sundays are our time to shine, and we’d love to see you there. Book your spot now and make Sundays your favorite day of the week.

Private dining

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Steak and EggsCA$32.00
Alberta Beef Striploin | 2 Sunny Side Up Eggs | Arugula | Pickled shallot | Charred Jalapeno and Tomato Compote | Crispy Smashed Potato | Toasted Sourdough Bread
Cowboy BreakfastCA$25.00
2 Eggs Any Style | Crispy Smashed Potato | Thick Cut Bacon | Alberta Beef Smokies | Charro Baked Beans | Grilled Sourdough
Alberta Brisket HashCA$24.00
Espresso Rubbed Brisket | Corn and Pepper Relish | Brown Butter Hollandaise | Crispy Smashed Potato | Cheese Curds | Arugula | Pickled Shallot | Two Poached Free Run Eggs
Griddle CakesCA$18.00
Haskap Berry Compote | Whiskey Maple Syrup | Smoked Butter | Toasted Pecan
Rustic GranolaCA$15.00
Fresh Berries | Local Greek Yogurt | Alberta Honey | Bourbon Peach Compote

Cowboy Starters

Available from 11am-11pm daily.

Bison Brisket Burnt end Pimento DipCA$26.00
Corn and Pepper Relish | Grilled Flat Bread | Hickory Sticks
Watermelon and Feta SaladCA$19.00
Cucumber | Mint | Radish | Cold Pressed Canola Vinaigrette
Smoked Chicken WingsCA$21.00
Fermented maple whiskey syrup
Elote Street CornCA$18.00
Roasted jalapeno aioli | Cilantro | “Dorito” dust | Queso Fresco
Roasted Broccoli SaladCA$17.00
Pumpkin Seed | Red Onion | Celery Seed Apple Dressing | Crisp Ndjua

The Big Feed - available from 11am-11pm daily.

All come served with Cornbread, Warm Potato Salad, Grilled Carrot, Roasted Garlic, and Charred lemon

Smoked Bone in Espresso Rubbed Beef Short RibCA$58.00
Taber Corn Berbon BBQ sauce
Bone in Tomahawk Rib EyeCA$195.00
Pickled shallot | Charred Jalapeno and tomato compote | Arugula
Peri Peri Half ChickenCA$52.00
Aji Verde | Shishito Peppers

Outlaw Melts

Available 11am-11pm daily.

Smoked Hot LinksCA$24.00
Crispy Onion | Chipotle Chili Mayo | Nacho Cheese Sauce | Crumbled chorizo - Vegan Option available
Oak & Smoke BurgerCA$26.00
Grilled Alberta Beef Burger | Whiskey Pulled Pork | Carolina Gold BBQ sauce | Caramelized Onion Jam | Canadian Cheese
Cauliflower Prairie bowlCA$24.00
Smoked Cauliflower | Crispy chickpeas | Blistered Tomato and Jalapeno Compote| Baby Kale | Brown rice | Aged Gouda | Cold Pressed Canola Vinaigrette

Campfire Sweets

Available 11am-11pm daily.

Roasted Peach TartCA$14.00
Peach Bourbon Gelato | Brown Sugar Pecan Caramel | Mint | Angostura Bitters
Whiskey Maple DonutCA$14.00
Saskatoon Berry Compote | Whiskey syrup | Powdered Sugar

What 1,135 people are saying

ONE18 EMPIRE reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.0

4.0 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
3.9Service
4.3Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Calgary / Southern Alberta
Good for business meals
Calgary
Good for business meals

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

ONE18 Empire offers a vibrant dining experience enhanced by its acclaimed Old Fashioned cocktails and "great whiskey." Guests appreciate the "lovely new menu" and "delicious" dishes like the burrata. While service experiences vary, standout staff like Susan create memorable visits. The ambiance is "warm and inviting," perfect for special occasions.

1,135 Reviews

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Mike
Calgary / Southern Alberta2 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
2 of the ducks were not good and had to be sent back.
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Lisa
Ottawa1 review
1.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We made a reservation for the dining room. When we arrived they seated us at a lounge table in the bar area. Seats were so low. We asked for a seat in the dining room as per our reservation as there were a couple of tables available. The waitress was flippant and the manager was beyond rude!! We were guests at the hotel and it left us with a poor impression of the hotel. Won’t be back! We left and ate at Milestones!
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Chris VIP
Calgary / Southern Alberta12 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great whiskey. Great food. Great service. The custom Old Fashioned was a really fun feature and we would visit again just for that!
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Lee
Las Vegas37 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Our service was below standards that we have experienced at one18 in the past. Our drinks were constantly empty, there was four of us and one of the meals took 7 mins longer to come out than the others. The duck was over smoked so it tasted heavily of kerosene- we have had this meal before and this was not a fair example of what to expect. We drive six hours to reach Calgary - so we were very disappointed. We had also brought another couple to introduce them to your restaurant. Sadly it was an off day
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Steve
Calgary / Southern Alberta1 review
2.0
Dined on May 29, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
There was a hair in my food so I sent it back. The good news was that the food was recooked. The bad news is took so long to get the food that lunch was over and we had to leave for meetings. I would have thought that my food would have been removed from the bill, but it was not. This was the first and last time that I will go to this place.
ONE18 EMPIREResponded on June 11, 2025
Dear Steve, We’re truly sorry for the experience you had. Finding a hair in your meal is unacceptable, and while we’re glad it was recooked, the delay and the fact it wasn’t removed from the bill is not the standard we hold ourselves to. We understand your frustration and disappointment, especially on your first visit. Your feedback has been shared with our team to prevent this from happening again. We hope you’ll consider giving us another chance. If you’re open to it, please reach out to us directly so we can personally follow up. Kind regards, Angelyn Goc-oban
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Sheri VIP
Calgary / Southern Alberta100 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious love the new burrata on the menu. The burger is perfect for sharing. My brother often gets the popcorn to go for his movie nights.
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Ross
Adelaide7 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 12, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter Raquel made the night for us. Food was pretty good too.
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Lee
Las Vegas37 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Rita is amazing ! And Ben’s drink….. holy Hannah!!!
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Malgorzata
Calgary / Southern Alberta5 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the most wonderful experience celebrating my friend’s birthday at One18 Empire. The ambiance was warm and inviting, the food was absolutely delicious, and the service truly made the night special. Our server, Susan, was exceptional—friendly, attentive, and even crafted custom Old Fashioned cocktails just for us. She made sure every detail was perfect and went above and beyond to make the birthday celebration feel memorable. The chocolate dessert was a treat - rich, decadent, and absolutely delicious! Highly recommend it, and we will definitely be back!
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Sheri VIP
Calgary / Southern Alberta100 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
New menu is lovely. Food is always such a hit. The old fashioned are the best in the city.
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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 stars by 1135 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.