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5 Unique Culinary Experiences | 17th Ave SW

We’ve rounded up 5 unique culinary experiences around 17th Ave SW. Step back in time to 1920 at Prohibition Lounge, take a trip to Korea at MIK and Korilla BBQ, experience authentic Mexican dishes at Milpa or enjoy a classic Montreal smoked meat sandwich at Myhre’s Deli. Go ahead, make those reservations, we’ll see you soon!

17th Ave SW, Calgary, Calgary Parks, Stampede, BMO Centre Calgary, YYC, YYC Events, Calgary Events, Shop Local Calgary

Prohibition Lounge

An authentic vintage 1920s speakeasy bar, with swing and jazz music, meticulously crafted cocktails, and vintage decor that captures the essence of the era.
720 17 Ave SW

17th Ave SW, Calgary, Calgary Parks, Stampede, BMO Centre Calgary, YYC, YYC Events, Calgary Events, Shop Local Calgary

MIK – Coffee & Shop

Korean drinks, desserts and decor. While you enjoy your coffee, you can decorate a phone case or build some custom jewelry.
1019 17 Ave SW

17th Ave SW, Calgary, Calgary Parks, Stampede, BMO Centre Calgary, YYC, YYC Events, Calgary Events, Shop Local Calgary

Milpa

A Mexican small plates restaurant and cocktail bar by Chef Elia Herrera. A Native of Cordoba, Veracruz Mexico, Chef Elia Herrera is a third generation Mexican Chef bringing the flavours of her home country to Calgary.
3, 1531 5th St SW 

17th Ave SW, Calgary, Calgary Parks, Stampede, BMO Centre Calgary, YYC, YYC Events, Calgary Events, Shop Local Calgary, Myhre's Deli

Myhre’s Deli

Located in the historic Brigden Block, which was built in 1912, Myhre’s Deli is home to the classic Montreal smoked meat sandwich. The deli’s gleaming wooden walls and booths were inspired by Wilensky’s, a Montreal landmark immortalized in Mordecai Richler’s novel, The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz. The mahogany paneling found inside, was salvaged from The Palace of Eats, a vintage lunch counter that served Calgarians on Stephen Avenue from 1918 – 1964.
1411 11th St SW 

17th Ave SW, Calgary, Calgary Parks, Stampede, BMO Centre Calgary, YYC, YYC Events, Calgary Events, Shop Local Calgary, Korilla Korean BBQ

Korilla Korean BBQ

Located right on 17th Ave SW, this is your go-to spot for Korean BBQ, karaoke and an experience to remember. They even have a rooftop patio to enjoy the summer evenings.
1410 17 Ave SW

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