We all know just how fickle the restaurant industry is, and in Calgary, we’ve seen a fair few shocking closures over the last couple of months.
From a longstanding spot known for its prime rib to a huge Canadian fast-food chain, here are some of the biggest restaurant closures in Calgary.
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Smugglers
Having opened in 1974, Smugglers has become a firm favourite in Calgary for its aged prime rib, seafood and steakhouse classics.
However, this month, the restaurant revealed it had made the difficult decision to vacate its location at 6920 Macleod Trl., alleging it was due to ongoing issues with the premises and landlords.
Address: 6920 Macleod Trl., Calgary
Purlieu Bistro, a popular neighbourhood spot for French food and wine, has permanently closed its doors.
In an Instagram post, the Purlieu team revealed that its last day of service at its Oakridge location was Friday, Feb. 27.
“Thank you to everyone who has supported us — whether you stopped in once or have been with us from the start. We appreciate every visit, every order, and every kind word,” the team said.
Address: #14 – 3109 Palliser Dr. SW, Calgary
Le Fournil Bakery, which has been a staple in Canmore for 14 years, has shared that it will be ceasing operations, with its last day on Monday, March 23.
In an Instagram post, Le Fournil’s owner Pascale Tétreault shared that the spot was closing due to personal circumstances and to prepare for new professional opportunities.
Address: 1205 Bow Valley Trl. #101, Canmore
Odd Burger, a Canadian chain known for its vegan takes on fast-food favourites, revealed that its only Calgary location at 1515c 14th St. SW, would be closing with its final day of service on Feb. 28.
“After a lot of thought and reflection, we’ve made the difficult decision to close our restaurant,” it said.
Address: 1515c 14th St. SW, Calgary
Closing soon
Something More BBQ
Chinatown’s longest-standing BBQ spot, Something More, is set to close its doors for good today, March 29.
The spot is known for its Chinese BBQ dishes and rice boxes.
Address: 114 3rd Ave. SW #201, Calgary
Home and Away has revealed it will be closing its Calgary location at 1207 1st St. SW on April 5. The bar didn’t give a reason behind the closure.
First opening on 17th Avenue, Home and Away closed its OG location back in 2019 after almost four years in operation. However, it reopened later that year in its Victoria Park spot, where it remained for almost seven years.
Address: 1207 1st St. SW, Calgary
SaVeg Cafe, a plant-based Korean-fusion cafe, shared that it will be officially winding down service at its location at The Academy at 637 11th Ave. SW, on April 26.
SaVeg was brought to life by mother-daughter duo, Vera (Mama Lee) and Rose, and first opened to the public in 2018. Since then, the spot has become known and loved for its plant-based takes on dishes such as bulgogi, bibimbap, Korean-style curry, and its famous banana bread.
Address: 637 11th Ave. SW, Calgary
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