From The Fairmont Palliser Best Nearby Nightlife (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Calgary, AB Murrieta's Westcoast Bar and Grill (Nightlife - Bars) 200808 1st St SW Old Alberta Hotel Building, Calgary  AB  T2P 1M9 • 403-269-7707 Distance: ~85 m User Rating: 8.6 / 10         Description: This stylish venue has attracted quite a following since its inception. Just off Stephen Avenue, Murietta's refurbished building boasts high ceilings, exposed brick, and hip furnishings. The establishment is both bar and restaurant. If you choose to dine, the menu includes Australian rack of lamb, roast chicken, osso bucco, bouillabaisse, fresh fish, and a variety of pastas. If you simply want to socialize and drink, the fashionable lounge area has bar seating, upholstered groupings, and table seating with views out onto the street. It's a popular place in the evening, especially with the professional crowd, and is great on its own or as a before- or after-dinner hangout. James Joyce Pub (Nightlife - Live Entertainment) 114 8th Ave SW, Calgary  AB  T2P 1B3 • 403-262-0708 Distance: ~154 m         Description: Set in an historic bank building along Stephen Avenue, the James Joyce is beautiful and inviting. The decor is completely Old World, with traditional details, dark woods, interesting memorabilia, and refined accents. The antique bar, which hails from Ireland, now serves Guinness at three different temperatures, so you can enjoy it as you prefer. If you find yourself hungry, they have terrific pub fare, including Irish stew, shepherd's pie, and fish-and-chips. They also make a great boxty (stuffed potato pancake), along with steak, chicken and lamb. On select nights, the pub sponsors Irish dancing and live Celtic and Irish bands. This pub is one of the best – come any time of day, and if you've already experienced the charming interior, stake a claim on an outdoor table and enjoy the Stephen Avenue people-watching. Vicious Circle (Nightlife - Bars) 1011 1st St SW, Calgary  AB • 403-269-3951 Distance: ~207 m User Rating: 9 / 10         Description: An industrial coffeehouse feel characterizes this venue, which is bathed in caramel, purple, and sage. Expressive canvases line the walls, while muslin lines the windows. Tables look out over the front terrace and the street, while upholstered sofas congregate around the back wall, inviting loungers to kick back and sink in. Patrons have a full bar at their disposal, although the martini menu – all 140 selections – easily monopolizes their attention. The menu is etched on slabs of sheet metal and includes pastas, pizzas, salads, and an array of international appetizers. The place gets busy in the evenings as patrons file in to drink, to talk, to listen to music, and to revel in the tendency toward inactivity. It's a relaxing way to decompress. Ceili's Irish Pub & Restaurant (Nightlife - Pub) 126, 513 8th Ave SW, Calgary  AB  T2P 1G3 • 403-508-9999 Distance: ~0.609 km         Description: The name of this place (pronounced "kay-lee") refers to a gathering of people who've come together to play music and dance. You may not find an enormous amount of that going on, but you will find plenty of drinking taking place. While you sit among groups of congenial patrons, you can order up a Guinness, a Caffrey's, or an Irish whiskey and keep with the Celtic theme. The beer is especially nice when you take it outside to the streetside patio or the rooftop terrace. If you want food, they serve favorites like shepherd's pie, Irish stew, or fish and chips. If you're planning on going, do keep in mind that the place becomes quite busy during lunch and especially on the weekends. Cowboys Dance Hall (Nightlife - Dance Clubs) 826 5th St SW, Calgary  AB  T2P 1W4 • 403-265-0699 Distance: ~0.615 km User Rating: 8.5 / 10         Description: Loud and boisterous, this club lets loose with western spirit, inviting authentic cowboys to mix with those whose only tie to the lifestyle is their clothing. The enormous space boasts a large dance floor, where patrons kick and stomp their way around, following the latest steps. Depending on the night, you'll also find live bands, DJs spinning tunes, and dance lessons offered for those who want to hone their skills. The club is well-attended throughout the year by a diverse crowd, although when Stampede rolls around, it gets absolutely packed with visitors to the annual event. Fun and rambunctious. Fionn MacCool's Irish Pub (Nightlife - Pub) 255 Barclay Parade SW Sheraton Suites Eau Claire, Calgary  AB  T2P 5C2 • 403-517-6699 Distance: ~0.878 km         Description: Emerald Isle spirit runs strong at this authentically-styled establishment. Everyone knows that Irish pubs are the best places for drinking and socializing, and Fionn's doesn't disappoint. You can find a bevy of terrific brews, including classics like Guinness, Harp and Kilkenny. Firewater selections include a variety of whiskies and cognacs. If you find yourself craving sustenance, there are pub food options and traditional Irish favorites, like corned beef and cabbage. Seafood, steaks and sandwiches also make an appearance. Live bands perform too, especially those specializing in Celtic tunes and music. They usually perform on Wednesdays and Saturdays beginning at 8:30pm. Ming (Nightlife - Bars) 520 17th Ave SW, Calgary  AB  T2S 0B1 • 403-229-1986 Distance: ~0.933 km         Description: Sunken below street level, this intimate lounge invites conversation and discussion in its subdued space. Boasting vivid red walls, the club is a sophisticated, fashionable destination if you don't want to be bombarded by throbbing music and drunken teens. The drinks menu concentrates on martinis of all formulations; the ingredients that comprise each one give hints as to its name. For example, the Mother Teresa boasts Bombay gin, named after the Indian city. Other concoctions are named for Napoleon, Ghandi, and Buddha. If you find yourself with an appetite, a menu of innovative items is available as well. Ideal for late-night philosophical exploration. Ship and Anchor Pub (Nightlife - Live Entertainment) 534 17th Ave SW, Calgary  AB  T2S 0B1 • 403-245-3333 Distance: ~0.933 km         Description: Perennially popular and always crowded, this English pub is the city's great equalizer, attracting (and welcoming) patrons of all ages and backgrounds. They come for the laid-back ambience, live bands which play on Wednesdays (often with no cover), and the open jam sessions that take place on Saturday afternoons. Of course, no pub worth its salt can get by without beer, and S & A offers local and international brews on tap, including Guinness, Becks and Stella Artois. To complement the beer, you'll find a full menu of pub fare, including hot and cold sandwiches, burgers, fish-and-chips, along with pastas and pizzas. They don't stand on formalities, and neither should you. Just wear what you have, and come on. Garage (Nightlife - Bars) 195-200 Barclay Parade SW Eau Claire Market, Calgary  AB  T2P 4R5 • 403-262-6762 Distance: ~1.011 km         Description: Yep, it really does look like a garage, except it's hipper and cleaner, thank goodness! The place sports lots of metal accents, along with paraphernalia relating to cars, motorcycles, and mechanics. It also has a ton of pool tables for those who like their game and, perhaps, some friendly wagering. A large bar serves up libations of all sorts, ensuring that no one goes away thirsty. You'll also find an array of TVs tuned in to whatever's most interesting. Young professionals comprise the bulk of the clientele, and the club happily accommodates their private parties and events. Barley Mill Eatery and Pub (Nightlife - Live Entertainment) 201 Barclay Parade SW, Calgary  AB  T2P 4R3 • 403-290-1500 Distance: ~1.044 km         Description: This fun neighborhood bar is located near downtown and just steps away from the Eau Claire Market. Its cozy environment includes an outdoor patio, fireplaces, and a 100-year-old Scottish bar imported from the UK. If you want something to drink, that's easily taken care of; you'll find a couple of dozen draft beers and even more bottled ones. There's also hard liquor if you need an added jolt. Typical pub food is available, including a great afternoon tapas menu. Occasionally, the establishment hosts patio barbecues, where the chefs grill all sorts of meats for hungry patrons. You'll also find live bands performing from time to time. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.