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$0Half or full dozen, plum mignonette, house hot sauce, accoutrements



Eclectic wine bar and snack spot on Calgary's 17th Avenue serving shareables, cocktails, brunch, and late-night bites.
bistro · european · wine bar · brunch

Half or full dozen, plum mignonette, house hot sauce, accoutrements

Tiger shrimp, fanny craddock sauce, spicy cocktail sauce

Rhubarb, kaffir lime, jalapeño

Stracciatella, sea buckthorn vinaigrette, toasted pepita

Port reduction, tonnato, jordy's sourdough

Shaved mimolette, jalapeño salad cream

Buttermilk vinaigrette, crispy shallots, fresh herbs

Caper persillade, green chili, jordy's sourdough
Merritt Gordon is the executive chef at Pigeonhole 17th Ave in Calgary. OpenTable lists Gordon as the restaurant's executive chef for the 17th Avenue location.
— Merritt Gordon, Executive chef
Merritt Gordon
Executive chef
Live music, weekly specials, and seasonal nights
Late-night food and drink offering highlighted on the site, including half-priced wine, buck-a-shuck, and $5 snacks.
OpenTable lists a late-night menu with chilled seafood, fried goodies, sweet treats, and martinis after 10 pm; kitchen closes at 12 am.




Heather Galambos
3 months ago
Every bite was super yummy and satisfying - the courses were well thought out, complimented each other in flavours and textures, and were incredibly plentiful (we were stuffed)! The cocktails! So freaking creative and delicious.
Rylan Verge
a year ago
I had the mushroom croquettes, the beef tartar, and the seafood ceviche - all were light, fresh, and tasty. The service staff here were fun and seemed to really enjoy their jobs.
Patricia Gold
Dined on June 21, 2026
Pigeonhole offers more choices at brunch beyond the typical egg-centric lineup at most other places. The service was outstanding - from the hostess who greeted me at the door, walked me to my table and checked my coat to our server Lewey who was super attentive throughout our entire dining experience.
Viju G.
Recently
We tried chicken liver mousse, charred cabbage, ricotta dumplings and grilled octopus. All were really great except the octopus. It was extreme chewy and lacking in flavour. The lamb marguez on the dish was tasty but not enough to carry the dish.
Rob H.
Visited June/17
My date and I had the ricotta dumplings, beef tartar, charred cabbage, and lamb ribs. It was all very good and since we sat at the bar it was somewhat dinner and a show watching the bartender create different cocktails.
Melody B.
Recently
You must have the beef tartare. It has dill wic maybe sound weird but it's divine! Also the butter bourbon cocktail is wicked if you're up for a drinky poo.
Zach H.
Recently
Dr Pepper Old Fashion 5/5, Beef Tartare (must have, such amazing tastes) 6/5, Chicken Parm 3.5/5, Skinny Fries 5/5, Service 6/5. Yes, I typed that correctly -- service far exceeded expectations: super friendly staff and gave a couple of free sample drinks.
Chelsey G.
Recently
This was a very cute spot for brunch. The food and drinks were delicious. I would highly recommend the Berry White, I really enjoyed the fruity and floral flavours with the cinnamon.
Phil G.
Recently
The service was excellent - our server was extremely friendly and took the time to make recommendations and very accommodating. I recommend trying this place with a large group of people so you can get a taste of everything.
Heather Galambos
3 months ago
Every bite was super yummy and satisfying - the courses were well thought out, complimented each other in flavours and textures, and were incredibly plentiful (we were stuffed)! The cocktails! So freaking creative and delicious.
Rylan Verge
a year ago
I had the mushroom croquettes, the beef tartar, and the seafood ceviche - all were light, fresh, and tasty. The service staff here were fun and seemed to really enjoy their jobs.
Patricia Gold
Dined on June 21, 2026
Pigeonhole offers more choices at brunch beyond the typical egg-centric lineup at most other places. The service was outstanding - from the hostess who greeted me at the door, walked me to my table and checked my coat to our server Lewey who was super attentive throughout our entire dining experience.
Viju G.
Recently
We tried chicken liver mousse, charred cabbage, ricotta dumplings and grilled octopus. All were really great except the octopus. It was extreme chewy and lacking in flavour. The lamb marguez on the dish was tasty but not enough to carry the dish.
Rob H.
Visited June/17
My date and I had the ricotta dumplings, beef tartar, charred cabbage, and lamb ribs. It was all very good and since we sat at the bar it was somewhat dinner and a show watching the bartender create different cocktails.
Melody B.
Recently
You must have the beef tartare. It has dill wic maybe sound weird but it's divine! Also the butter bourbon cocktail is wicked if you're up for a drinky poo.
Zach H.
Recently
Dr Pepper Old Fashion 5/5, Beef Tartare (must have, such amazing tastes) 6/5, Chicken Parm 3.5/5, Skinny Fries 5/5, Service 6/5. Yes, I typed that correctly -- service far exceeded expectations: super friendly staff and gave a couple of free sample drinks.
Chelsey G.
Recently
This was a very cute spot for brunch. The food and drinks were delicious. I would highly recommend the Berry White, I really enjoyed the fruity and floral flavours with the cinnamon.
Phil G.
Recently
The service was excellent - our server was extremely friendly and took the time to make recommendations and very accommodating. I recommend trying this place with a large group of people so you can get a taste of everything.