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$$ · sandwiches

Calgary

Alumni Sandwiches

4.8(1578)

Calgary sandwich shop on 17th Avenue serving inventive hot chicken, beef dip, chicken Parmesan, salads, cocktails, and catering.

sandwiches · american · canadian · cocktail bar

Open · closes 10:00 PM
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Our story

Since opening in 2018, we have built Alumni around creative, flavour-forward sandwiches and a welcoming sense of hospitality. Our name reflects the idea that every guest becomes part of the shared experience of the restaurant—a group of people connected by the space, the food, and the feeling of returning somewhere familiar.On Calgary's 17th Avenue, we serve sandwiches, salads, sides, cocktails, and catering built around gourmet ingredients and artisan execution. Our menu brings together classic favourites and inventive combinations in a casual, vintage-style diner setting, with options that include hot chicken, chicken Parmesan, vegetable-forward sandwiches, salads, and house-made sides.

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Dine inTakeoutCurbside pickup

Catering & private events

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Reviews

4.8(1578)

Google reviews

Joy U
How did I not know this place existed until a few months ago!?!?!Food is fantastic! Friendly service and fast.My go to order is the turkey club (real turkey) and the tomato soup (wonderful depth of flavor). I get both items gluten free.
3 weeks ago
Becca W
Really enjoyed Alumni Sandwiches! The Vegan Torta was toasted well, flavourful, and filling and The Dagwood was stacked and tasty. The parm fries were crispy, everything was fresh and well made. Would definitely come back!
6 months ago
Neds
Dropped by in the evening and there was hardly a wait for a table. Sandwiches and drinks were good, with great portions. Parm fries were good, just not something I’d come back specifically for.
3 months ago
Alpha Aunty
I went on a Friday night and was so pleasantly surprised by Alumni! The hostess was so polite to us when we arrived and she gave us an accurate wait time to be seated. I enjoyed the atmosphere and vibe while we waited. It has a cool modern diner look and feel!My favourite sandwich was the tuna melt. I loved the herbs added to the tuna and the pickled veggies on top. All the flavours came together so well. And the portion of this sandwich is massive! Definitely should have shared, but glad I didn't 😏
8 months ago
Serafina K
What a fantastic place! Delicious food and kind service. What more can you ask for ?My partner and I came here to have dinner and everything was so fresh and yummy (as a bread lover, probably one of the best breads I had with my Parmesan chicken sandwich). If you’re in the area, definitely hop by. I know I am if I am ever back in Alberta !I highly recommend the rosemary beef dip and the parm fries.
11 months ago

Guest testimonials

Joy U
Food is fantastic! Friendly service and fast. My go to order is the turkey club (real turkey) and the tomato soup (wonderful depth of flavor). I get both items gluten free.
3 weeks ago
Becca W
The Vegan Torta was toasted well, flavourful, and filling and The Dagwood was stacked and tasty. The parm fries were crispy, everything was fresh and well made. Would definitely come back!
6 months ago
Alpha Aunty
The hostess was so polite to us when we arrived and she gave us an accurate wait time to be seated. I enjoyed the atmosphere and vibe while we waited. It has a cool modern diner look and feel!
8 months ago
Serafina K
Everything was so fresh and yummy (as a bread lover, probably one of the best breads I had with my Parmesan chicken sandwich). If you’re in the area, definitely hop by. I highly recommend the rosemary beef dip and the parm fries.
11 months ago
schwammy_11
The food here is excellent. I had the kahuna burger, wife had the hot chicken sandwich, which comes in four levels of hotness. She chose the second level (half) which was plenty spicy. Daughter had the rosemary beef dip-delicious! We shared a basket of parm fries, which were worth the slightly higher price and more than enough for three people to share. Service was fast and friendly.
May 2024
Sheryl O
Checked out Alumni while in Calgary for the Stampede. Was a quick walk from our hotel and the food was excellent! Great fries, and had the turkey sandwich. Very flavourful. Hubby got the home made potato chips and really enjoyed them.
Jul 2025
ninas992
WOW this place was amazing. It was one of the best fried chicken sandwich I’ve ever had. So much flavour and very spicy. Also, got the macaroni salad was so good but small. I wish it was bigger size! Would highly recommend. It’s kid friendly place Street Parking available. Very affordable.
Mar 2022
mochingbird
For my 39th birthday (for the 20th time) we got take out from Alumni. We had THE BURGER, Chicken Parmesan sandwich, salt and pepper fries and an artichoke appetizer. All were excellent, hot and well appreciated. The staff were so friendly, even the owner coming out to say hello.
May 2020
Glen P
The atmosphere is wonderful, the prices are very reasonable and the quality of the food superb. A great casual spot where the service was exceptional with extremely attentive and friendly staff. A great selection of high end sandwiches yet not overwhelming - just quality which is what I want.
Dec 2019
Patrick J
We shared the caramelized onion dip which I have to say is a LARGE step up from the helluva-good dip i'm used to. I followed it up with the spicy chicken which was amazing. Nice heat which doesn't over power the other flavours going on in this sandwich. My partner had the Dagwood which was stacked high with turkey, ham, bacon and "sandwich sauce" which finished it off to perfection.
Jul 2019

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Open · closes 10:00 PM

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725 17 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2S 0B6, Canada

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