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OpenTable lists Gordon as the restaurant's executive chef for the 17th Avenue location.","quote":null,"photoUrl":null},"testimonials":[{"date":"3 months ago","name":"Heather Galambos","text":"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.","avatar":"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXOi97RIuH0e1J0a6wv8TQFoyjaTefP19HKwHGZMu0srIg9TMhxMg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2","rating":5},{"date":"a year ago","name":"Rylan Verge","text":"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.","avatar":"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIOmU1KeK1M3u4LEc3DZzjZ3pU64g1QNh8x6TpmpvhlO6Inxw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4","rating":5},{"date":"Dined on June 21, 2026","name":"Patricia Gold","text":"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.","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"Recently","name":"Viju G.","text":"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.","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"Visited June/17","name":"Rob H.","text":"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.","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"Recently","name":"Melody B.","text":"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.","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"Recently","name":"Zach H.","text":"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.","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"Recently","name":"Chelsey G.","text":"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.","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"Recently","name":"Phil G.","text":"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.","avatar":"","rating":5}],"events":[{"day":"Late nights","desc":"Late-night food and drink offering highlighted on the site, including half-priced wine, buck-a-shuck, and $5 snacks.","name":"Late Night Hooty Call"},{"day":"Fri & Sat nights","desc":"OpenTable lists a late-night menu with chilled seafood, fried goodies, sweet treats, and martinis after 10 pm; kitchen closes at 12 am.","name":"Late Night Vibing"}],"socials":{"instagram":"https://www.instagram.com/pigeonholeyyc/","facebook":"https://www.facebook.com/pigeonholeyyc/","tiktok":"https://www.tiktok.com/@pigeonholeyyc","x":"https://x.com/pigeonholeyyc","youtube":"https://www.youtube.com/@pigeonholeyyc"},"images":["https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/921c58b1-069b-4eba-962d-ec0480095e90/hero-01-mfTgrRHU4s.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/921c58b1-069b-4eba-962d-ec0480095e90/hero-02-cbFyRk7FAE.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/921c58b1-069b-4eba-962d-ec0480095e90/hero-03-LQIWPAVJ6Y.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/921c58b1-069b-4eba-962d-ec0480095e90/gallery-01-uAU4rGCC0F.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/921c58b1-069b-4eba-962d-ec0480095e90/gallery-02-VJqn2d3C5X.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/921c58b1-069b-4eba-962d-ec0480095e90/gallery-03-Kdrg4WWkj2.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/921c58b1-069b-4eba-962d-ec0480095e90/gallery-04-YKORKv6Tx0.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/921c58b1-069b-4eba-962d-ec0480095e90/gallery-05-jSBQYvuRO7.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/921c58b1-069b-4eba-962d-ec0480095e90/gallery-06-0Y69l3-WXe.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/921c58b1-069b-4eba-962d-ec0480095e90/gallery-07-6Wsg6QwRjJ.jpg"],"faqs":[{"question":"What cuisine does Pigeonhole 17th serve?","answer":"Pigeonhole 17th serves bistro, european, wine bar and brunch cuisine."},{"question":"Where is Pigeonhole 17th located?","answer":"Pigeonhole 17th is located at 306 17 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2S 2V1, Canada, Calgary, Canada."},{"question":"What are Pigeonhole 17th's opening hours?","answer":"Monday: closed; Tuesday: 17:00–22:00; Wednesday: 17:00–22:00; Thursday: 17:00–22:00; Friday: 17:00–01:00; Saturday: 17:00–01:00; Sunday: 17:00–21:00."},{"question":"Does Pigeonhole 17th take reservations?","answer":"Yes. Reserve a table at https://www.opentable.com/pigeonhole?lang=en."},{"question":"How can I contact Pigeonhole 17th?","answer":"You can visit https://www.pigeonholeyyc.ca/pigeonhole17th/."},{"question":"Who is the chef at Pigeonhole 17th?","answer":"Merritt Gordon, Executive chef, leads the kitchen. Merritt Gordon is the executive chef at Pigeonhole 17th Ave in Calgary."},{"question":"What weekly events or specials does Pigeonhole 17th offer?","answer":"Pigeonhole 17th runs the following weekly events: Late Night Hooty Call (Late nights), Late Night Vibing (Fri & Sat nights)."},{"question":"Does Pigeonhole 17th have dietary options?","answer":"Pigeonhole 17th offers 1 vegan menu item."},{"question":"How can I order from Pigeonhole 17th?","answer":"Order directly from the menu at https://service.scan2dine.io/p/NofwXjQLFvGi. Guests dining in can also scan the table QR code to order."},{"question":"What's the average rating of Pigeonhole 17th?","answer":"Pigeonhole 17th has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 on Google, from 885 reviews."}],"last_updated":"2026-07-07T17:49:23.227Z"}