Shelter Updates

Calgary cocktail bar recognized on the global platform curated by the experts behind The World’s 50 Best. Calgary, Alberta | 16 July 2026 — Shelter Cocktail Bar has been added to 50 Best [...]

For the second year in a row, Shelter has been recognized on North America’s 50 Best Bars extended list, coming in at No. 98 for 2026, up from No. 99 last year. It’s a small shift on paper, but a [...]

Each spring, the city settles into the rhythm of the YYC Food & Drink Experience, that pleasant stretch of weeks when Calgary’s restaurants collectively encourage diners to explore a little [...]

Shelter Named One of Canada’s 50 Best Bars in 2025 We’re proud to share that Shelter has officially landed a spot on the Canada’s 100 Best Bars list for 2025 — coming in at #45. It’s an [...]

Shelter Named One of North America’s Best Bars We made the list — and then some. We’re incredibly proud (and still a little stunned) to share that Shelter has officially landed on the North [...]

At Shelter Cocktail Bar, inspiration often starts with a single ingredient. For this menu, that ingredient was the humble carrot. While it may seem simple, unlocking its potential proved to be an [...]

Are you searching for the perfect venue to host a birthday party for your close friends? Look no further than Shelter Cocktail Bar, where every detail is curated to create a memorable and stylish [...]

Our Manager, Ryan San Diego, shares a favourite cocktail feature from our summer cocktail menu. Bitter Dreams Ryan’s cocktail creation, Bitter Dreams, has Sweet Pea Garden Amaro, an [...]

Shelter Cocktail Bar is excited to announce the launch of its all-new and utterly captivating “Shelter Lab” Happy Hour. With an unwavering commitment to delighting our patrons, [...]

The anticipation is over, and the moment we’ve all been waiting for has arrived – Shelter Cocktail Bar has unveiled its highly anticipated new summer menu. A confluence of artistry and [...]