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french

Calgary

Bar Chouette

4.6(220)

French-influenced cocktail bar in Calgary’s Beltline serving contemporary European dishes, seasonal cocktails, and happy hour.

french · contemporary european · asian · wine bar · cocktail bar

Closed · opens 11:30 AM

Our story

We are a French-influenced contemporary restaurant and cocktail bar in Calgary’s Beltline, where we blend tried-and-true traditions with a modern twist. Our focus is on simplicity done in nostalgic but unconventional ways, with a food and beverage program built around experimentation on familiar foundations.At Bar Chouette, we aim to create an eclectic but comforting setting where friends and neighbors can gather, socialize, and explore a variety of tastes. We invite guests into a warm, exciting, and vibrant part of Calgary’s hospitality scene.

Meet the chef

Chef Duncan Ly leads Bar Chouette in Calgary’s Beltline, where he brings classical French training together with Asian flavours. Local coverage describes his menu as a French-Asian blend, and OpenTable identifies him as the executive chef.

— Duncan Ly, Executive Chef

Duncan Ly

Executive Chef

Signature Dishes

Menu

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Ways to enjoy

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Events

Monday to Friday, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Happy Hour

1/2 off bottles and $5 pints.

Gallery

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Reviews

4.6(220)

Google reviews

Samantha Lemna
The food was incredible! Really interesting dishes that were truly delicious. Portions aren't huge so for two people I'd recommend 3-4 dishes at least. It's also not cheap but the quality was there, at least for the food. It was a bit slow to come out.The souffle was incredible, really interesting texture and cheesiness. I really enjoyed the duck pie as well, it has a great combination of flavours. The monkfish was incredibly buttery and perfectly cooked; the side vegetables equally good. The cake was phenomenal as well.Service was decent. Our waitress knew the menu, food was brought out as soon as it was ready, and they checked in the right amount plus refilled waters. Tip started at 18%.The atmosphere was okay. The art is interesting and I like the open kitchen. It was freezing and a bit
4 months ago
Lisa Chan
Bar Chouette in downtown Calgary delivered an outstanding dining experience. Thanks to Chef’s thoughtful arrangement, everything was seamless from start to finish. The wine pairings were exceptionally well done, with each dish perfectly complemented by every sip. The trio of beef tartar, oyster, and trout pâté—beautifully presented on a bed of rocks—was a standout for both elegance and flavor.Every course maintained a high standard, with the dill cucumber salad being especially refreshing. The service was excellent, with knowledgeable staff guiding us through the menu. The chic, open atmosphere added to the experience, enhanced by the French-inspired chef’s personal touch and genuine care for guest satisfaction. Reservations are highly recommended, as the restaurant fills up quickly. A mus
6 months ago
Jamil Fuller
Seriously incredible experience! The server was great and the food was delectable! I love duck so I obviously went for the Duck Pie with Sour Cherry Ju. Sheesh! It was so flavorful! I paired it with the Rundle G&T which was made with Saskatoon berry 🫐. Yummy. Lastly I had a french dessert with coconut cream, cardamom englaise and pineapple. Everything I had was exquisite and really thought out.
9 months ago
Justin
I love being served burnt food that takes forever to arrive! One of the most tasteless, disgusting things I've ever put in my mouth food or otherwise. It's a shame they didn't put their best foot forward. The Thai squash soup was lovely and would've liked to try more of the menu.
3 months ago
Betty Wong
Me and my husband sat at the bar table, and the customers next to us were talking so loudly that it ruined the vibe. Our food was prepared by a new sous chef that night who was still in training. Our server was nice though. We paid more than $300 for the meal. For that price, I would easily choose Luca or Major Tom for better seating and more decent food.
6 months ago

Guest testimonials

Samantha Lemna
The soufflé was incredible, really interesting texture and cheesiness. I really enjoyed the duck pie as well, it has a great combination of flavours.
4 months ago
Lisa Chan
The wine pairings were exceptionally well done, with each dish perfectly complemented by every sip. The trio of beef tartar, oyster, and trout pâté—beautifully presented on a bed of rocks—was a standout for both elegance and flavor.
6 months ago
Jamil Fuller
I love duck so I obviously went for the Duck Pie with Sour Cherry Ju. Sheesh! It was so flavorful!
9 months ago
Gina Gold
Great food! We especially loved the Prawn katsu Sando and the oyster mushrooms but everything was tasty - the soufflé, the feature pasta, the grilled snap peas and the steak frites with a delicious peppery gravy and chunky fries.
Gegeten op 19 juni 2026

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Opening Hours

Closed · opens 11:30 AM

  • Monday
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday
  • Sunday

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227 11 Ave SW #130, Calgary, AB T2R 1R9, Canada

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