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Escoba Bistro and Wine Bar
The Mediterranean influenced cuisine paired with great wine and exceptional service. Located in the Calgary downtown core we are well accustomed to the hustle and bustle of the corporate lunch crowd and delight in the opportunity to serve our clientele both efficiently and consistently with our good old-fashioned familiar Escoba ways. Our evenings are a bit more quiet and perfect for catching up with an old friend, getting a bite to eat before or after a movie, or even just an impromptu drink and bite with family... did we mention we also host private events for a variety of sizes? We hope to serve you soon!
Safety precautions
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Common areas deep cleaned daily
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Contactless payment available
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required
- Contact tracing information collected
Popular dishes
Alberta Beef Tenderloin & Seared Sea Scallops
sweet potatoes & herb mash potatoes, vegetable medley, Bordelaise
14 reviews
Smoked Chicken & Spinach Ravioli
wild mushroom & manchego, sage demi-glaze, truffle oil
10 reviews
Cajun Salmon Cakes
sautéed fennel, pepper & red onions, lobster sauce, sweet corn salsa
10 reviews
This was a yummy luncheon outing for 3 people. We safely portioned a variety of menu items ordered and enjoyed tasting all. We were not rushed so lingered 11:30-2:00. The new visitor to the restaurant said she'd come back to enjoy other samplings another time.
Amazing food, great wine and fantastic staff, which more could you ask for?!
Thank you so much for the great rating! We are excited that you enjoyed everything. We're looking forward to serving you soon.
My wife and I had delicious meals at Escoba. We both had seafood dishes and they were both done perfectly and met our expectations once again. The server was very courteous and timely with topping up our wine. We were not rushed so the meal was also very relaxing.
Thank you so much for the great rating! We are excited that you enjoyed everything. We're looking forward to serving you soon.
Great food and service, I will be back
Great meal!
Escoba's is one of my favorite spots to eat. I always think I am going to try one of the other fantastic dishes but seem to drift back to the salmon dish which is outstanding. My guests are always impressed with the food quality and menu selection. The staff are always friendly and helpful.
Great service, great food, great atmosphere. I will be back and will highly recommend to friends and family.
We had great service and a good meal. I would have liked some draft on tap.
Thank you so much for the great rating! We are excited that you enjoyed everything. We're looking forward to serving you soon.
Great staff, fantastic food and a wonderful atmosphere. Can't waiting until restrictions are lifted and we can get a group together to go to Escoba Bistro.
Great place for a romantic date!
I order several items on the menu and all were delicious.
Incredible dining experience!
Great good, great service, great wine. This was our first restaurant meal in 2021 (stupid pandemic) and we chose correctly!
Food flavours were wonderful. Service was very good. Perhaps a bit too fast, but given it was busy - Valentines Day- and the requisite COVID physical distancing, it’s acceptable to ensure they can serve as many patrons as possible.
The only negative was the automatic inclusion of an 18% gratuity. I would have given at least that amount anyway, but it shouldn’t be assumed. Many may not tip that much so I’m making a big assumption that the reasoning is to ensure the staff do ok given the on and off lockdowns in 2020/2021.
I will definitely return. Again the food is awesome.
The food and service was beyond our expectations and everything was reasonably priced.
The food and service was fantastic! It felt like they hadn’t missed a beat after being closed due to restrictions.
The service was amazing. Truly made use feel welcome since being away for so long. And the food was outstanding. We had a lovely time.
We celebrated a birthday here and were able to enjoy the set Valentine's day menu. Everything was very good. The service was top notch. They put us at a private table in the wine room so it felt like we were alone in the whole place. This was our first time at Escoba but certainly not the last.
The food was perfection. The service was top notch. Will definitely be going back to Escoba!
Fantastic, delicious food. All the courses were very fresh and went well together
We loved the mussels!
I've been an occasional patron of this restaurant for over 10 years. Very positive staff interactions, they have very delicious food offerings and wine variety. The restaurant atmosphere exudes a subtle refinement in decor complimented by good background music. The overall dining experience (to me) is that of California/Spanish fusion :)
As always, the Escoba experience was outstanding.
Even while dealing with all the Covid protocols implemented (which they take very seriously), the staff was considerate, courteous, kind and friendly.
This was only to be topped by the outrageously good food.
My wife and I started with the Southwest prawn and crab cakes. Happy we did!
She then had the salmon for her main course. She couldn't hide her delight in the dish!
I had the chicken and chorizo pasta. A delicious plate.
We shared the truffles for dessert with a staff recommended glass of Port to pair.
A perfect finish. Chef Brad had done it again!
It is always a good time to support small family run businesses in our city, but especially now. A great way to show how much we appreciate them!
We had another very enjoyable meal at Escoba last weekend. Our meal was great, the staff - friendly and very attentive.
It was very evident that Escoba is taking COVID protocol precautions very seriously.
We look forward to returning and enjoying Escoba again soon.
Please support your favourite restaurants and order takeout during this upcoming lockdown.
They all need and deserve your support more than ever
Our Anniversary choice. Daughter in Toronto purchased the gift certificate for us, first time there. Enjoyable. Ambience was disappointing - no flair or soft music. Overall the restaurant could use some updating or a refresh.
Excellent as always. Have been coming here for many years and food/service always great.
Amazing food and exceptional service! A must!
Perfect location if you want to chat in peace and still have an intimate dining experience. Food and service were both excellent. Will definitely go back.
Always a great place for business lunch down town Calgary. I would expect that it would be even better for evening dinner.
Thank you Escoba for another wonderful lunch! The food was magnificent and service was great. Always a great place to eat. My clients were over the moon raving about their meals!!
Delicious food! Such a hidden gem.
Service was really good, and the food matched. A good experience.
Good food and service.
Excellent service and delicious food and coffee!
It was a very rewarding experience, great atmosphere, delicious food and wonderful cheerful service. Highly recommend
Always fantastic at Escoba. Staff treats you like family, food is amazing. Best tenderloin steak in town.
One of our favourite restaurants, Escoba always wows. From unbelievable food (seasoned squid, tenderloin, and creme brûlée are outstanding), the the top not service, this is one of the best restaurants in the city. Quiet and moody for the perfect date night, we always ask to sit by the window. Can’t say enough good things.
It was great. Our waitress was stellar as well, & didn’t make us feel rushed at all.
Love Escoba!
Thank you so much for the great rating! We are excited that you enjoyed everything. We look forward to serving you soon.
Enjoyed one of my favorites Escoba salad with a bowl of soup. The wine of the day was excellent as well. In and out as quickly as I needed to be on a working lunch meetings.
Thanks Escoba. Keep well
OUTSTANDING!!!!!
Thanks Todd! We are excited you enjoyed yourself! We're looking forward to hosting you again.
Great food , service and loved the ambiance and that it was not loud, you could easily visit
FAQs
You can order delivery directly from Escoba Bistro and Wine Bar using the Order Online button. Escoba Bistro and Wine Bar also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (403) 474-4828.
Escoba Bistro and Wine Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 416 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable. Due to local restrictions, this restaurant may not be accepting reservations at the moment.