Last Best Brewing & Distilling

Name: Last Best Brewing & Distilling
Address: 607 11th Ave SW Last Best Brewing and Distilling, Calgary, AB, Canada, T2R 0E1
Telephone: (587) 353-7387
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

505 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Comfort Food

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We’re Last Best Brewing & Distilling, Calgary’s most unique brewpub, and the fourth location in the Bearhill Brewing Family of Breweries.It’s our privilege to be the community liaison for beer, and beer culture, and we don’t take this role lightly. The beers we make are a direct reflection of the values and personalities of you – our customers and our community. We believe that pubs should be hubs that bring people together; a place where we can grow community, and the culture of beer, in a fun and interactive environment.

Our beers are fresh and delicious because we make them in-house using the best ingredients for everything we produce. Which isn’t hard here in Alberta – we are literally surrounded by a sea of barley, making (in our opinion) Calgary the Last Best opportunity for the craft brewing industry and brewers like us.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 20, 2023

11:00 p.m.

Booked 7 times today

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Takeout

(587) 353-7387

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Comfort Food, Gastro Pub, Canadian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 11:30 am–12:00 am Thu 11:30 am–1:00 am Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 am
Phone number
(587) 353-7387
Website
http://www.lastbestbrewing.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Alex Durant
Catering
From Cocktail Style Events to Sit Down Dinners. We can cater to any style of event.
Private party facilities
We have a variety of private and semi private spaces to host your next event. Our space can accommodate groups from 30 people up to 300 people. Please reach out to our Events Coordinator for more details. We look forward to hosting your next event!
Private party contact
Ashlynn Harris: (855) 970-2207

Location
607 11th Ave SW, Last Best Brewing and Distilling, Calgary, AB T2R 0E1
Neighbourhood
Downtown
Cross Street
5th Street
Parking Details
There is parking along the front of 11th Ave. As well as the adjacent streets.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Popular dishes

Alberta Fried Chicken Wings$18.00
breaded, choice of Korean barbecue | Frank's | sea salt & black pepper | 3 chili rub, served with celery sticks, blue cheese dip
Sweet & Spicy Pork Dry Ribs$19.00
Korean braised pork ribs, Szechuan peppercorn rub, kimchi pickled cucumber, black sesam
Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts$16.50
whipped feta, Baharat spice, fresh shoots & herbs, beer nuts, smoked mapl; make it vegan - cashew cheese replaces whipped feta
Burrata & Sourdough$20.00
apple and smoked maple mostarda, Sidewalk Citizen sourdough
Roasted Cauliflower and Romesco$16.50
pistachio romesco, tahini crema, pecorino brittle
Coney Island Fries$18.00
Alberta brisket coney sauce, cheddar cheese, pickled peppers, porter onions, ball park mustard, cripsy onions
Garlic Szechuan Gai Lan & Crispy Tofu$16.50
Chinese broccoli, fried organic tofu, garlic, Szechuan sauce, crispy garlic & onions, sesame
Last Best Poutine$14.00
fresh cut fries, rich beef gravy, porter, caramelized pearl onion, crispy bits
Cast Iron Nachos$25.00
Tokyo Drift jalapeno cheese sauce, shredded cheese blend, avocado salsa verde, sour cream, pico de gallo, fresh jalapeño, cilantro

Bar Snacks

Smoked Olives$7.50
maldon salt, Aleppo chili
Malted Beer Nuts$6.00
Beer Malt Vinegar Potato Chips$6.00
porter onion ranch
Fried Pickle Chips$7.50
Last Best secret sauce
Root Vegetable Fries$7.50
carrot, beet, parsnip, guajillo aioli

Pizza

The Margherita$22.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, mozzarella, pecorino romano, fontina, fresh basil, chili flakes
Sweet & Spicy Pepperoni$24.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, mozzarella, pecorino romano, fontina, Ezzo pepperoni, hot honey, pickled peppers
Guanciale & Roasted Truffle Mushroom$24.00
house cured guanciale, mozzarella, porter caramelized onions, kale
Maui Waui$24.00
smoked pineapple, crispy bacon, spicy capicola, rose pomodoro sauce, mozzarella, pickled peppers
The Stinky Cheese & Honey$23.00
fontina, smoked gorgonzola, mozzarella, fior de latte, pecorino romano, crushed beer nuts, chili honey, truffle oil

Salads, Soup & Bowls

Salad add-ons available: add harissa-grilled chicken $7, add harissa-grilled prawns $7, add Steelhead salmon $9, add chili-marinated tofu $5

BLT Caesar Salad$19.00
little gem lettuce, marinated vine ripened tomato, sourdough crouton, crispy thick cut bacon, smoked gorgonzola, pecorino romano; Gluten Free no crouton
Electric Ave Salad$18.00
arugula artisan blend, cucumber, apple cider vinaigrette, arugula artisan blend, beet pickled shallots, feta & crushed beer nuts; Vegan no cheese
Avocado, Tomato & Dukkah Bowl$19.00
marinated tomato, avocado, cucumber, arugula artisan blend, chili maple tahini dressing, crispy chickpeas, pistachio dukkah, crispy onions, feta, mint; Vegan no cheese
Daily Soup$10.00
fresh seasonal varieties. Ask your server for details

Burgers & Sandwiches

All burgers & sandwiches come with fries or green salad. Sub Caesar salad $3, sub root vegetable fries $3, sub gluten-free bun $3

Last Best Butter Burger$21.00
We grind locally sourced butter right into the patty to create the juiciest most flavourful burger in Calgary! housemade 8 oz ButterChuckBrisket grind, porter caramelized onions, dill pickle, LB burger sauce, sharp cheddar
Fried Mortadella Sandwich$19.50
mortadella, cheddar cheese, guajillo aioli, porter caramelized onion, dill pickle and pumpkin seed & pistachio dukkah
Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich$22.00
crispy fried chicken thigh, kewpie mayo, Asian slaw, kimchi pickle, Korean BBQ sauce
The Not Beyond Impossible Veggie Burger$19.50
housemade roasted vegetable and quinoa patty, LB burger sauce, applewood smoked cheddar, dil pickle, roasted tomato jam, shredded lettuce; make it vegan - substitute cashew cheese and guajillo vegan aioli

Mains

Green Peppercorn Steak Frites$35.00
Chef's choice cut, green peppercorn demi glace, pecorino truffle frite
Last Best for You Bowl$26.00
choice of Masala grilled Chicken | shrimp | salmon | tofu; roasted cauliflower, broccoli, carrot, shallot, toasted quinoa, whipped feta, baby kale, avocado, spiced tahini dressing, crunchy turmeric chickpea & pumpkin seed, pistachio dukkah; make it vegan - substitute cashew cheese instead of whipped feta; Vegetarian no protein
Braised Pork and Pomodoro Rigatoni$24.00
chili braised pork shoulder, san marzano pomodoro sauce, marinated tomato, smoked olive, wilted kale, red chili, pecorin
Roasted Chicken and Squash Pot Pie$27.00
roasted pulled chicken, red kuri squash, house cured guanicale, sage, buttery pie crust, baked fresh to order
16 Hour Smoked Brisket$34.00
10 oz smoked brisket, regionally ambiguous bbq sauce, fully loaded baked potato salad, mixed pickle, creamy mustard slaw, white bread
House Special Fried Rice$21.00
Chinese sausage, xo sauce, gai lan, kimchi, fried egg, szechuan shrimp, crispy bits, furikake seasoning

Desserts

Peanut Butter Cup Beignets$11.00
porter beignets, peanut butter caramel, Valrhona chocolate ice cream, graham crumb, cinnamon sugar
Feature Dessert Pie$11.00
seasonal filling, Tahitian vanilla ice cream, buttery pie crust, baked fresh to order

Late Night Menu

Served after 11 Pm

Alberta Fried Chicken Wings$18.00
breaded, choice of Korean barbecue | Frank's | sea salt & black pepper | 3 chili rub, served with celery sticks, blue cheese dip
Sweet & Spicy Pork Dry Ribs$19.00
Korean braised pork ribs, Szechuan peppercorn rub, kimchi pickled cucumber, black sesam
Last Best Poutine$14.00
fresh cut fries, rich beef gravy, porter caramelized pearl onion, crispy bits
Cast Iron Nachos$25.00
Tokyo Drift jalapeno cheese sauce, shredded cheese blend, avocado salsa verde, sour cream, pico de gallo, fresh jalapeño, cilantro
Smoked Olives$7.50
maldon salt, Aleppo chili
Malted Beer Nuts$6.00
Beer Malt Vinegar Potato Chips$6.00
porter onion ranch
Fried Pickle Chips$7.50
Last Best secret sauce
Root Vegetable Fries$7.50
carrot, beet, parsnip, guajillo aioli
Last Best Butter Burger$21.00
We grind locally sourced butter right into the patty to create the juiciest most flavourful burger in Calgary! housemade 8 oz ButterChuckBrisket grind, porter caramelized onions, dill pickle, LB burger sauce, sharp cheddar
Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich$22.00
crispy fried chicken thigh, kewpie mayo, Asian slaw, kimchi pickle, Korean BBQ sauce

What 505 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

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AndyJ
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service. We took our son and manager and sever treated him like gold. Great service. Great food and drink! Highly recommend.
CB
ChalupaBatman
Calgary
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall2food2service3ambience1
Very loud, you need to scream across the table for people to hear each other. The food is decent but for the price it is far to expensive. I paid 22 dollars for a fried chicken sandwich and mediocre fries. Service was good but not amazing.
SH
ShaunaH
Calgary
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Busy and happening place on a Friday for dinner. Fun ambience and very tasty food. We ordered some vegetarian dishes that were wonderful.
B
Brandio
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
The food was fantastic! The waitress was sweet but maybe was a bit overwhelmed with our table of 8! Will definitely go back again!
CE
CalgaryEater
Calgary
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
I love coming to Last Best before hockey games. Seriously the best nachos in the city. This time we added the brisket to them and they did not disappoint. I’m not a huge beer drinker but tried their Tom Collins and absolutely loved it. The stinky pizza is also prob my fav item on the menu. Just a great place.
FT
FancyTravel
Calgary
22 reviews
vip
3.0
22 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience5
We absolutely love this establishment, and have been going for years. Unfortunately, this business hasn’t been unscathed by inflation. The Eggs Benedict “Biscuit Benny” was probably the best Benny we have ever had, but unfortunately, it’s a shadow of what it used to be. It’s a great price point $16, but I would love to pay more for what it used to be. Also, the poached eggs on both orders were all hard, which was disappointing. We’ll keep frequenting this establishment, as the service is always amazing. The Beers, Burger and Pizza’s are Amazing!
AL
AimeeL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Loved our first visit last night. Great atmosphere. The last great beer was delicious.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Edmonton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The room was busy but not overpacked. The service was amazing. The food was fantastic.
G
Gordon
Calgary
25 reviews
vip
3.0
25 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2023
overall3food1service3ambience3
Served a raw chicken sandwich! Staff and mgmt could careless. Good beer.
KS
KendallS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We came here for my boyfriends birthday dinner with a couple friends. We loved the vibes and the selection of food and drinks. The beer was amazing, the purple crusher was our favourite. Our server Rich was so helpful and fun
JV
JayV
Toronto
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Staff was awesome! Food and drink were was great as well.
J
Justin
Calgary
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall4food3service3ambience5
Server messed up our order and food was good but not great.
k
katef
Hawaii
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
Love it here - great beer - great food / busy fun vibe - great place to watch any sports game. Bartender was angry all night - tried to pull it together but swearing and not hiding it too well. Made it a bit uncomfortable but he rallied so we stayed. Otherwise staff is always great there. Hopefully a weird one off experience.
SK
ShaunaK
Calgary
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service was very good
PP
PalatablePerspective
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 19, 2022
overall2food4service1ambience4
Food was great. Service not so much. Felt like every other table our server had was taken care of. The BIPOC table was the lowest priority.
GL
GwenL
Toronto
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
The brisket was good, the service also good. Enjoyed our lunch
MS
MarcS
Edmonton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 15, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
My favourite place for after work beer and snacks.
BS
BettyS
Ottawa
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
The food and service were great. It was loud enough that conversation was difficult though.
SH
SaraH
Calgary
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Always a good meal. Excellent service. Good ambiance.
C
Coll
Calgary
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2022
overall2food2service1ambience3
Food okay. Took a long time to get and it arrived luke warm at best. Sorry, maybe just an off night. Previous experiences there were much better.
B
Bruce
Calgary
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
Memu is quite limited and the food was average on taste and presentation
MG
MikeG
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and awesome atmosphere
SS
SimonS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
A very cool brew pub. Great beers - some brewed just downstairs - and great food (if a little pricey). A busy night so the service was a little on the slow side but nothing too serious. Good atmosphere, good location - recommended.
TC
TimC
Calgary
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience4
Excellent craft brewery......beer options are plentiful, and food is always good
BM
ByronM
Calgary
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience4
Great place, good food, good beers, great service, lots of TV's. Highly recommend.
A
Ashley
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great vibes, great food, and great beer. Rich was our waiter and was super awesome with our big party!
K
Kevin
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on October 21, 2022
overall1food5service2ambience3
After spending over $300 we were asked to leave because of the next reservation. I won't go back. Terrible structure that puts the establishment ahead of the customer. I felt bad for the server as the manager wouldn't even come and speak to us.
K
Kelly
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything dish we tried was really tasty and not just typical pub food. Highly recommend.
DJ
DJOH
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been several times and each time is a wonderful as the last. Everything from food to service is great. The only thing I don't care for are the metal stools at some of the tables, but we can always sit at the bar with comfortable chairs
OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience3
Food was great, and our server was pleasant.
U
Unknown
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 7, 2022
overall3food2service3ambience3
Had a $14 cocktail that only tasted like lemon concentrate and the pepperoni pizza was underwhelming. This place used to be great but it’s a gouge now. $10 for an 18oz beer pour? No thanks.
SL
SusanL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great server, good food, prompt delivery of items. We will be back!!!
SC
SarahC
Calgary
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Last Best was amazing! Had a great time and enjoyed the food!
HS
HeatherS
Calgary
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 24, 2022
overall3food5service5ambience4
When making a reservation, the only times available on a Saturday night were 5:30 and 5:45 for two. We took the 5:45 and arrived to a practically empty room! It didn't even start getting busier until about 7. Wait staff were very attentive and bartender very helpful in selecting a wine. Korean dried ribs and wings were excellent! Music a little too loud.
AL
AudreyL
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 24, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Great ambiance, always had water on the table, the gins were amazing and the food was exquisite. If anyone is into gins and looking for a place to bring someone on a first date, Last Best is the place to go!
d
dungbeetle
Calgary
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
It's all about the beer really - sure, food is important but let's face it - it only has to be adequate if the establishment makes sensational brews like this locale. The IPA has always been unique, full of complex flavour like a rich ale but with enough hoppiness to classify as a true IPA. Then, there are the hazy beers, especially the lighter hazy Pale Ale .....Mmmmmm! It's a noisy place; too noisy for me really - and with more TV screens than I care for - but worth coming for excellent beer, decent grub (the roasted sprouts are particularly good) and very friendly service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved it!! Scott suggested Korean bbq wings. So delicious. Chicken sandwiches outstanding. Great service, thank you Scott, fast kitchen. Bonus!
MK
MichaelK
North Rhine-Wes
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best Service ever!!! And a rich choice of good beers
LM
LiamM
Calgary
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The chicken pie was delicious. The Tokyo Drift ipa was very flavourful
ES
EvilShellfish
Calgary
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Never disappoints, food is always excellent this is a great venue to catch up with friends.

FAQs

Last Best Brewing & Distilling does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. Last Best Brewing & Distilling also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (587) 353-7387.

Last Best Brewing & Distilling is rated 4.6 stars by 505 OpenTable diners.