23 notable restaurant and bar closures in Calgary this year
The restaurant industry is notoriously a fickle one, and as such, each year we’re forced to say goodbye to a handful of Calgary restaurants.
Over the course of 2025, there were quite a few restaurant and bar closings in Calgary. While some of these locations have been revived with a new concept, others have closed for good.
Here are some of the most notable restaurants and bars that closed their doors in Calgary in 2025.
Rising Tides Taproom
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Rising Tides, an inclusive community taproom, took to social media to share the news that it would be closing its doors in December.
“We are very sad to share that after nearly 4 years, a few hundred thousand beers and an unmeasurable volume of heart filling community connection, Rising Tides has sadly come to the end of our time,” it said.
Address: 4545 Bowness Rd. NW, Calgary
Don’t Yell At Me
Don’t Yell At Me, a well-known bubble tea spot, appears to have quietly closed its doors in Calgary.
Both its Crowfoot Crossing and CF Market Mall locations are now listed as permanently closed on Google, and its Alberta-specific Instagram account appears to have been removed.
The spot is known for its bubble tea and milk tea, made using premium tea leaves from Taiwan, as well as hand-ground coffee.
Address: Crowfoot Crossing – 63 Crowfoot Terrace NW, Calgary
Address: CF Market Mall – 3625 Shaganappi Tr. NW, Calgary
Applebee’s
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After speculation online, it looks as though Applebee’s has, in fact, closed its final Calgary location at 388 Country Hills Blvd. NE.
The spot was listed as “permanently closed” on Google, but this has since been changed to “temporarily closed,” so there may still be hope for the location yet.
Address: 388 Country Hills Blvd. NE #707, Calgary
The Moose and Poncho
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The Moose and Poncho, a taco spot visited by none other than Guy Fieri, confirmed that it had closed its doors at its Calgary locations due to the rising cost of ingredients.
“Unfortunately, high prices in quality products forced us to close our doors. We are always focused on bringing the best to your plate, and our values come first before even thinking of lowering our standards,” the team shared.
Address: First Street Market – 1327 1st St. SW, Calgary
Tamarind Vietnamese Grill & Noodle House
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For 15 years, Tamarind Vietnamese Grill & Noodle House has been a staple for Vietnamese cuisine in Calgary. However, in a heartfelt message on social media, the Nguyen family, who operate the restaurant, shared the news that Tamarind would be closing its doors.
“After more than 15 wonderful years serving Calgary, it breaks our family’s hearts to share that after today’s dinner service (Tuesday, September 30) we are forced to close our doors,” the family said in an Instagram post.
Address: 908 12th Ave. SW, Calgary
The Office
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September saw the closure of the restaurant, The Office, after 18 months. The spot was known for bringing beachy vibes to the downtown area.
However, its sister restaurant, Barcelona Tavern, will be relocating into the space, so it won’t be vacant for long.
Address: 318 8th Ave. SW, Calgary
Re:Grub – Beltline
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Re:Grub, which is known for its enormous burgers and milkshakes, has officially closed the doors at its 625 11th Ave. SW location after 10 years in business.
“This was not an easy decision, but we truly believe we gave it our all,” the team said in an Instagram post.
Despite the loss in the Beltline, the team assured it was not a goodbye as Re:Grub will still be operating at its Deerfoot City outpost.
Address: 625 11th Ave. SW, Calgary
The J Spot
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The J Spot took to social media to announce its departure from Fresh & Local Market & Kitchens in Avenida Village. Since its conception, The J Spot has become a staple in the city’s southeast for its globally inspired menu of tacos and burgers.
“We are beyond heartbroken and devastated to share that The J Spot will no longer be at its location in Avenida, where we’ve proudly been for the past 6 years,” the spot shared in an Instagram post.
The team behind the spot clarified that the decision to close The J Spot had not been their choice, adding that they had made every attempt to stay put. Despite their efforts, The J Spot’s final day was on Sunday, Aug. 31.
Address: Fresh & Local Market & Kitchens – 12445 Lake Fraser Dr. SE, Calgary
Zero Issue Brewing
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Zero Issue Brewing has shared that it has closed its taproom doors after eight years in the northeast.
“Nemesis has been vanquished, and now we find ourselves in a state of Cryostasis. We aimed for Infinity, but the Venom ran deep, and we are now all but a Fossil, Artifact, or perhaps just a Relic Remnant in the memories of the many cherished friends we have made along the way,” it said in an Instagram post.
Address: 4210 12th St. NE, Calgary
Mondays Plant Cafe
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Mondays Plant Cafe, a popular Bridgeland plant-based cafe, closed its doors in August after almost a decade.
“After nearly 10 magical years, we’re announcing that August will be the final month of business for Mondays Plant Cafe,” owners Megan Pope and Ali Magee said in an Instagram post.
As for what’s next for the space, the plant-based community will be pleased to hear that popular vegan bakery and cafe Canela is poised to open its second location at the former Mondays outpost.
Address: 208 4th St. NE, Calgary
O-My Kimbap
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O-My Kimbap, a Calgary spot known for its Korean street food and self-serve instant ramen, closed its doors after three years in business.
It was known for its kimbap and its wide variety of instant ramen that could be made in-store, complete with a selection of different toppings.
Address: 919E Centre St. NW, Calgary
Crave Cupcakes – Kensington
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A Calgary staple for sweet treats, Crave Cupcakes closed its Kensington outpost in July, after operating in the space on Kensington Road NW for two decades.
However, it’s not all sad news, as just a few minutes away in Hillhurst, Crave has opened an exciting new store and concept, CeCe’s Coffee, which serves the favourites fans know and love alongside coffee, tea, and a fresh cafe menu.
Address: 1107 Kensington Rd. NW, Calgary
The 10th Round
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Kensington sports bar The 10th Round closed its doors, just nine months after opening.
The neighbourhood pub offered a wide range of craft beers, non-alcoholic beverages and classic bar food. It also had $10 daily food specials.
Address: 302 10th St. NW, Calgary
Primary Colours
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Primary Colours, the cozy neighbourhood restaurant in Britannia, has sadly announced its final service will take place on June 22, after two years.
The restaurant is a sister spot to the city’s ever-popular Monogram Coffee, where it serves a daytime brunch menu and dinner service, using Asian-Canadian flavours and techniques.
Address: 802 49th Ave. SW, Calgary
Buffo
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The CF Chinook Centre-based Italian spot announced that it has officially closed its doors following the closure of the Saks Fifth Avenue store.
The spot was known for its classic Italian comfort food, including pasta, pizza, arancini, and more.
Buffo was run by Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality, the group behind fellow YYC restaurant The Guild and more than 25 restaurants across Canada.
Address: 6455 Macleod Trail SW, Calgary
The Back Alley
While The Back Alley has not publicly announced its closure, the Macleod Trail bar and nightclub has been listed as permanently closed on Google since April.
In its final Instagram post on April 19, The Back Alley made no reference to an impending closure.
Address: 4630 Macleod Trail, Calgary
MS BBQ & Dakgalbi
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MS BBQ & Dakgalbi, which was previously known as Makchang Dodook, initially opened in Calgary’s Royal Vista neighbourhood last May, where it offered a large menu of Korean BBQ dishes.
However, after a rebrand in December, the restaurant sadly shared that it would be closing its doors in May.
Address: 2 Royal Vista Link NW, Unit 1160, Calgary
Calavera Cantina
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Calavera Cantina, a McKenzie Towne staple for Latin-inspired eats from tacos to tostadas, shared that it would be closing its doors in April.
“We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to the community for all your support over the years. It’s been an incredible journey, and we’re so grateful for every guest who walked through our doors,” the restaurant said in a social media post.
Address: 180, 4307 130th Ave. SE, Calgary
Sensei Bar
After opening its doors in 2021, Sensei Bar announced it would sadly be closing its doors at the beginning of February.
“This decision was not made lightly, and while it brings sadness, it is accompanied by deep gratitude for all of you who have been part of our story,” Sensei Bar said.
While Sensei Bar is no more, the restaurant’s Instagram account is teasing some “exciting updates,” and its sister restaurant, Olea, is still in operation.
Address: 1520 14th St. SW, Calgary
Rusty’s Roadhouse
In February, Rusty’s Roadhouse quickly and quietly closed its doors, leaving people speculating on its departure.
The restaurant was still receiving Google reviews as little as a week before its shock closure, with some criticizing an alleged mandatory tipping policy.
Address: 16061 Macleod Tr. SE #500, Calgary
Bro’s To Go – The Fifth
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Bro’s To Go, a concept from the team behind the brunch staple The Bro’Kin Yolk, revealed it would be closing its location at The Fifth at the end of January after almost three years.
The spot was known for its huge selection of deliciously stacked breakfast sandwiches, featuring everything from braised short ribs, house-cured bacon, house-made longanisa pork patties, and more.
Luckily for Calgarians, Bro’s To Go’s tasty handhelds will still be available at its Northland outpost.
Address: 1527 5th St. SW, Calgary
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