Von Der Fels

5.0

92 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

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Small and intimate, Von Der Fels wine & cocktail bar is located in Calgary, Alberta. NO MINORS.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian, Canadian, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Takeout Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(587) 349-2656
Website
http://barvonderfels.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Douglas King

Location
1005A 1 St SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0T8
Neighbourhood
Beltline
Cross Street
Between 10 Ave SW & 11 Ave SW
Parking Details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Takeout, Wine

What 92 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

5.0

5 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

93 Reviews

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Mcmart
Calgary
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best food in Calgary! So sad to see it close! We will miss you !
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Laura
Calgary
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on July 25, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience! I am so glad I was able to go before they close to the public! The food was spectacular!! The cocktails were fantastic.
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Anna
Calgary
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2021
overall5food4service5ambience5
The scallop tostada was delicious!
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BettyJ
Calgary
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2021
overall5food5service4ambience4
Bittersweet to say goodbye to such an amazing little restaurant with big flavour and personality. So happy my husband and I got to experience it again before closure xoxo wishing the team best luck in future endeavours!
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Simply Von Der Fel. Nuff said
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Sheppie
Calgary
273 reviews
vip
5.0
273 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing menu, service and beverages. It was a great night. Sad to see you close but happy you are om to your next adventure
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KathrynT
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 15, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Will miss this very much!!!
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Sashaluvsfood
Calgary
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 11, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely unreal as always, thank you to the Von Der Fels team for making it such a special night for us
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 8, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
When the food is so good you forget to take a group photo. Finally made it to @vonderfels with @its_lmjf @ariacamie for one of the best dinners of my life The nice thing about eating with friends and sharing is that you can order more! [1] Sausage Stuffed Morels with fresh peas and a poached egg: this was so fresh and had the right balance of salt and umami. The egg was perfect and soft [2] Tempura Green Tomato & Mortadella sandwiches: the tomato was nice and firm and a bit tart, the mortadella was salty and smooth, and the tempura crust was crispy and light [3] Wild Squid with haskap aguachile: the most perectly cooked squid I have ever had. So tender, and the tempura tentacles were crispy and chewy and light. The aguachile was the best part - sweet with a hint of spice, and roasted tomatoes and cucumber for freshness [4] Miso Sablefish with tempura 🍤, artichokes, and matsutake beurre blanc: I will dream about this dish for a long time. The sablefish was flaky and moist with a crispy crust, the prawns were light and stayed crispy, and we nearly drank the sauce [5] Ribeye with armanagc-peppercorn sauce: I am so glad I added this after wondering if we had enough food. A perfect medium rare, the steak melted in my mouth and I could have drunk the gravy [6] Ginger Yuzu Panacotta with Rhubarb Granita - this was a surprisingly light dessert and the perfect end to our meal. The panacotta was smooth and creamy and was balanced well the rhubarb granita I wish we could eat here again but we will definitely follow these chefs to their next place!
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 4, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a favourite! Lots of love for this spot.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 4, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great. Our server went above and beyond. Great experience!
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on July 1, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Small space with great service and great food.
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TFitz
Vancouver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 30, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Do everything you can to eat here before they close at the end of July.
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JeremyG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 27, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
What. A. Night. Sad that my favourite spot is closing but happy the space will stay in the family! VDF keeps killing it till the end!
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JenniferK
Calgary
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
Fantastic flavours with every dish. Enjoyed everything!
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Carmina
Calgary
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a cute little space, such delicious food. The staff are so friendly, and willing to explain everything on the menu (GF, DF, seafood). They are peanut-free environment - which is so awesome.
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Patricia
Calgary
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on June 24, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service is always top notch!
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BernadetteG
Edmonton
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Superb experience in both service as well as our dinner. The atmosphere and music made us feel as though we were temporarily transported to my favorite city in Canada - Montreal. The care and attention offered our party was deeply appreciated, especially as we were introducing Bar Von Der Fels to our nephew Connor - a young gentleman who also loved the unique experience we had. Thank you to Will and the team in the kitchen for preparing such inventive combinations of flavours to lift our spirits at this unique time in our history. We will return before the doors close and look forward to our next experience with you!
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Anna
Calgary
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
The squid with haskap berry and tears in the rain were the best!!
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Andrew
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of my favourite dining experiences in Calgary! Amazing food and wonderful staff!
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RobM
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always an amazing experience at the best restaurant in Alberta!
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JenniferN
Calgary
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing! Food, wine, service and ambiance were all fantastic.
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TheWagners
Calgary
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a special way to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary! I'm still thinking about their food - the pork belly and ribeye was amazing! Great place and hope we can make it back!
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Nate
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect ambiance and some of the best food I have ever tasted. Challenging to find, small off the beaten path. Part of the charm. Owner operator, amazing with names and memory. I would recommend this to anyone and everyone. Well priced. Perfect really.
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Brittany
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 3, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our experience at Von Der Fels was fantastic. We enjoyed all of the items we ordered and wished we could order everything else on the menu! The staff was super friendly and accommodating. We also felt they were following COVID-19 safety standards and didn't leave with any concerns. I would definitely recommend this restaurant for your next night out!
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MikeT
Calgary
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 26, 2021
overall4food5service4ambience4
We had 4 course's, they were all outstanding!
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Oskar
Calgary
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on March 26, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous ♥️
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JenniferC
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 25, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Was awesome! Love this restaurant, we go all the time!
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FIONAF
Calgary
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 24, 2021
overall4food5service4ambience5
We went there on a Wed night, it was full. We had the pizza as a starter, the squid, pork belly and lamb to share. Food was amazing, possibly the best I have had in yyc. Service was pretty good too, our water was always filled, ambience was good as well. I would say we really enjoyed the dinner! Would definitely come back!
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Diner
Calgary
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience3
Delicious main courses (pork belly, lamb shoulder), dessert (tiramisu) was just ok.
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lamb shoulder dish was outstanding. The cocktails and wine recommendations were perfect. Service was excellent. I’ll be back next time I’m in town.
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KimN
Toronto
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Stellar food. Excellent service. Creative menu. Wine list exceptional.
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WendyL
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We need more places like this in YYC! Attentative owner, delicious food and a wonderful experience.
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Will Definitely be back !
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OpenTable Diner
Alabama
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
AMAZING.... will be our go to place from now on. The food was superb and the ambience fun and ornate.
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TammyS
Calgary
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
The hasselback potatoes are one of the best dishes I’ve ever had anywhere in the world (we travel to enjoy great food and music). I’m very glad they brought it back as a regular menu item. Also had the pork belly, sablefish and cod cheeks which were all divine. VDF is truly a worthy of a Michelin star - if only they awarded them here.
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edwardM
Toronto
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2021
overall4food5service5ambience4
I had the crab in beurre noisette and it was excellent . Funky little bar setting with great food . Small menu .
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LizH
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 6, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always top notch, couldn’t ask for better experience
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therealjessthor
Calgary
39 reviews
vip
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing as always! Will, Bryan, Douglas and the rest of the team are experts in their craft. New menu additions are amazing - bison tartare hand roll, cod cheek tempura, broccoli with egg noodles, romaine lettuce (sounds boring - trust me it’s not. One of the best salads I’ve had). The stand out dish was the sablefish with tempura shrimp and artichokes - order it, you won’t be disappointed.
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great service despite the restrictions. The food was superb, with some great taste surprises. Wine selection was quite good, with a unique sparkling wine. Looking forward to our next reservation.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks

FAQs

Von Der Fels offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (587) 349-2656.

Von Der Fels is rated 5 stars by 92 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Order delivery or takeout

1005A 1 St SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0T8

Additional information

Cross Street
Between 10 Ave SW & 11 Ave SW
Neighbourhood
Beltline
Hours of Operation
Takeout Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian, Canadian, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Parking Details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Douglas King
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://barvonderfels.com/
Phone number
(587) 349-2656

This restaurant now offers Takeout

Von Der Fels

Permanently Closed

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Menu

What 92 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

FAQs

Does Von Der Fels offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Von Der Fels restaurant rated?

Permanently Closed

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information