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National on 17th, Calgary, AB

National on 17th

4.3
4.3
78 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Canadian
National opened its doors at 550 17th Ave. on June 1st, 2012. Providing Calgary with a new, dynamic choice in the growing craft beer market. Serving the best North American Craft Beer alongside Canadian Cuisine. National prides itself on creating a family environment for the staff, and a welcoming, comfortable atmosphere for our guests. We have worked extensively on our food program, paying special attention to our pizza program. Please join us inside to watch the game, or outside to enjoy our wrap-around patio looking out onto lively 17th Ave.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 1 time today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Canadian

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Wed 11:00 am–12:00 am Thu 11:00 am–1:00 am Fri 11:00 am–2:00 am Sat 10:00 am–2:00 am Sun 10:00 am–12:00 am Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Mon–Thu, Sun 10:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 10:00 pm–2:00 am

  • Phone number

    (403) 229-0026

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Private party facilities

    Get the whole group together for some team building! Join us for a beer tasting class, customized chef stations, or for an intimate custom dinner in our private dining room.

  • Neighborhood

    Downtown

  • Cross street

    17th Avenue and 5th Street

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 78 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 3.8Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. David

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Good experience. Could be so much better. Surprising average experience from a Concorde Group location. Patio is in a great location but needs an upgrade. Food choices at Happy hour not exciting.
  2. Mini

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience2
    Glass and dishes were not cleaned properly. It was busy and less customer service folks arranged for the weekend. Hire more people.
  3. TwoBrides

    Calgary

    7 reviews

    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 13, 2023

    overall1food5service1ambience1
    I can’t recall ever experiencing poorer customer service at a restaurant. Our waitress was unaware of the availability of beer on tap so it took 5 attempts before we finally ended up with drinks in front of is 20 minutes later. On top of that she brought my wife the wrong beer. One of my so s got a glass half full of beer, which the waitress said would be free, as they had run out of that beer as well. When we ordered our meal she neglected to put in my wife’s order. When we were given our food we weren’t given any cutlery or napkins. Our waitress never returned to see if we required anything else so my son had to seek out these items for us. My sons and I were waiting for my wife’s meal to arrive before starting ours but after 15 minutes we finally flagged someone down to inquire as to the delay. Our waitress finally appeared to tell us that she had neglected to put in the order. No apology was offered. We proceeded to finally eat our food, now cold, and my wife waited another 15 minutes for hers to arrive. Again no apology when it was placed in front of her. Were were never offered more drinks, had to ask for more water and cutlery; as you can guess it was a very frustrating experience. When we finally asked for our bill (which we had to ask for twice) it was full of errors. We expressed our concerns to the waitress and she spoke with her manager. She reduced the bill, we paid and left. We will never return to the National on 17th. Worst service EVER!!!
  4. Katie

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great staff accommodated our larger group! Thank you for a great time
  5. SantanaB

    Calgary

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    National accepted my reservation and with zero call, email, or other form of notice, closed the restaurant for maintenance. I found this out when my party and I arrived and read the sign on the door. Maintenance is obviously not their fault, however accepting the reso and neglecting to inform me they could not accommodate it makes me a little salty.
  6. ETyyc

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    The overall experience was terrible. We went primarily for drinks but could not get what we wanted because they had some issue in their bar. Then we asked them to modify a cocktail which they simply said no to (no idea why). Then we ordered 3 cocktails and two of those were actually terrible. The food was okay but by this time our expectations were low. On top of it there were wasps in our area and when we informed our server she said there's nothing they can do. We asked again some time later when the issue was really bothering us and she again said the same. I know we use wasp nests and sometimes sprays in our backyard, so her response was disappointing. Not even an offer to move us to a different table. Overall a sad experience for what should have been a nice summer patio evening.
  7. Abc123

    Calgary

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2022

    overall4food3service3ambience4
    Service was a little slow from start to finish, considering it wasn’t that busy and it seemed like there was a lot of staff. We order sandwiches with fries and the fries were ridiculously salty.
  8. Lindsey

    Calgary

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Me and my guest were sat for 30 minutes without a single server approaching us. We eventually got up and just left. Had a wonderful evening at the Rose and Crown last evening instead.
  9. Janist

    Calgary

    40 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    Food was good, good portion sizes, could have been warmer. Way to noisy
  10. NikitaS

    Calgary

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Great Patio and Music. Large Tables and lots of sun!
  11. TylerR

    Calgary

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    We had fried pickles and pizza. So delicious! The pizza has a nice thin crust and balance of toppings.
  12. Kerr

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had my birthday here on a Monday, the service was great, the pizza was good and the drinks were cheap :)
  13. Aline

    Calgary

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love that place. I strongly recommend National for everyone 💕
  14. LJA3

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2021

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    The food was slow in coming out. There were 5 of us, 3 plates arrived luke warm, the two others showed up 10 min after that. The server rarely came by to check on us and so we could not ask where our food was. I would not eat here again.
  15. MisterSH

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2021

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Had a team lunch - Great service. Food was awesome.

    National on 17thResponded on October 22, 2021Thank you for your kind words! We're glad you enjoyed your time with us, and we look forward to hosting you and your team again in the future.

  16. SierraT

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 16, 2021

    overall4food4service2ambience4
    Service was a bit slow but I think they only had one server on so no big deal!
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great as always!
  18. EmilyM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 23, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Pizza could have been cooked a bit more and we didn't get the pizza for the happy hour price ??
  19. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 17, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best service always. And food.
  20. Ty16

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 11, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was there to watch Euro cup final. Was a good mix of other fans and non fans, so it didn’t get very rowdy. Overall good atmosphere. Waitress was very gracious and prices were fair.
  21. Victoria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 11, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Waitress was friendly. Food was relatively fast given that there was a game going on and the restaurant was practically full.
  22. AnneS

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 6, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always have great service at the national! My friends food was delicious, and our server helped us decide which beer to get. Amazing patio!
  23. ThomasM

    Portland

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brie is always on top of things. Food was great. Beer was great too. Nice patio.

    National on 17thResponded on June 24, 2021Thank you so much for your kind review! Bree and the team hope to see you again soon.

  24. JustinB

    Calgary

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on June 8, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great place for lunch, service was outstanding. Food was very good.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 2, 2021

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    Not enough umbrellas for shade.
  26. AnthonyI

    Calgary

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 1, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere. Excellent selection of beer with with decent Happy Hour prices.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Edmonton

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was chill. Good vibes
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience at national on 17th! We ordered the bees knees pizza and the staff was super accommodating when I told them I didn’t like white sauce on pizza, they swapped it for red sauce and also only put pepperonis on half! It began to rain while we sat on the patio and they brought us out an umbrella and a heater! They were super nice about it too. I enjoyed a Caesar, vodka pink lemonade and a coffee and they were all a solid 10/10! The food and drinks were amazing and I’ll definitely be back!
  29. AliReviews

    Calgary

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2021

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    We were seated at a long bench on the patio sharing with another group with no barrier between us and it was not possible to be 6 feet away from them. The other tables all had Perspex barriers so no idea why ours didn’t. The server was disinterested in serving us and only smiled when she brought the bill, presumably in the hope of a tip. Food was okay bar food, nothing special.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Patio, great beer and great food!
  31. Ivana

    Calgary

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Scott smith and John A are two of the best servers/bartenders! We always have a great time with them and enjoy the food and drinks along the way. Patio was great with the heaters on - perfect for typical Canadians enjoying the cold !
  32. Demialucy

    Calgary

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, cocktails and service. One of the best patios on 17th Ave will be back for sure
  33. Martini

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love that place! Great ambiance, great music, delicious food and deer/drinks, can't go wrong.
  34. Armand

    Calgary

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2021

    overall1food3service1ambience2
    Le service était vraiment ordinaire. La serveuse était distraite et pressée, aucunement accommodante. Pas de menu papier, pas de solution alternative et toute sa condescendance comme seul réponse. À peine terminé de manger, on se fait kicker dehors nonchalamment par une gérante qui a oublié que son travail implique un minimum de sourire. Je n'y retournerai pas.
  35. Carny

    Calgary

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had the pizza for lunch as well as a cold pint and must say that I was very pleased with how good the pizza was and I would definitely recommend it. The staff was very friendly and attentive and I appreciate being able to book seats on the patio via Opentable during the current Covid restrictions.
  36. SarahB

    Calgary

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had the best experience at National on 17th for dinner. The service was fantastic, our waitress was very energetic, professional, and was very attentative to make sure that we had everything we needed. The pizza was fantastic and our server had good recommendations for beers that I will definitely be going back for! Will definitely be coming back to this location!
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Edmonton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 30, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Value how they addressed safety concerns as well as very friendly waitstaff.
  38. MarieGrace

    Calgary

    45 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2021

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Love their pizza and beer selection. And who doesn’t love tater tots as a side or appetizer!
  39. SusanS

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2021

    overall4food2service4ambience4
    We were there on St. Patrick's Day. Everybody was very friendly and the restaurant was clean. A great experience.
  40. Bree

    Calgary

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great vibes, nice patio and my favourite pizza in the city! What more could you ask for!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

National on 17th does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. National on 17th also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (403) 229-0026.

National on 17th is rated 4.3 stars by 78 OpenTable diners.

National on 17th 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

7:00 PM


Booked 1 time today
Google Map for National on 17th

550 17 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2S0B1

Additional information

  • Cross street

    17th Avenue and 5th Street

  • Neighborhood

    Downtown

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Wed 11:00 am–12:00 am Thu 11:00 am–1:00 am Fri 11:00 am–2:00 am Sat 10:00 am–2:00 am Sun 10:00 am–12:00 am Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Mon–Thu, Sun 10:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 10:00 pm–2:00 am

  • Cuisines

    Canadian

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (403) 229-0026

  • Private party facilities

    Get the whole group together for some team building! Join us for a beer tasting class, customized chef stations, or for an intimate custom dinner in our private dining room.

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