ONE18 EMPIRE
Whiskey Instilled - Masterfully Crafted
Perfectly aged and refined in concept, ONE18 EMPIRE is a whiskey inspired bar and restaurant with a strong focus on shareable, locally inspired cuisine, masterfully paired with our select onsite reserve. ONE18 EMPIRE fosters a communal atmosphere for its guests through an array of chef-created dishes designed for sampling and sharing in a unique and spirited local setting. With a focus on the art
06/03/2026
Join us for a journey through the world of whisk(e)y every Wednesday with our expert-led tastings, featuring an exclusive selection from our 300+ whiskey collection. Come sip, savor, and discover your new favorite pour!
Book using the link in our bio!
06/01/2026
Come by for this month's Lunch Rush Feature!
Enjoy our Lamb Naanwich made with lamb merguez sausage topped with feta cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickled shallots, red harissa sauce, and garlic tahini aioli
Served with ONE18 EMPIRE honey truffle chips and a cookie to go.
05/29/2026
Soft, fluffy little bites of happiness ✨
Our ricotta gnocchi just made your dinner plans, who’s coming with?
05/27/2026
We are the original home of the Smoked Old Fashioned! Experience the craft table side as each pour is smoked, whiskey‑infused, and masterfully crafted right before you. From flame to finish, every detail is designed to elevate your night.
How will you enjoy yours?
05/25/2026
Our Salt & Pepper Humboldt Squid is seasoned to perfection with togarashi, paired with sweet soy aioli, fresh cilantro, and bold red cabbage kimchi.
05/22/2026
The kind of cocktail you slow down for. Beautiful to look at, even better to drink.
05/15/2026
Otafest is here for the long weekend! Fuel up before the festivities with our buffet breakfast on Saturday and Sunday for just $22. Perfect for a full day of cosplay, panels, and downtown energy. Join us, grab a plate, and start your morning right.
05/13/2026
Raised close to home & served with intention. Our Alberta Beef Tartare celebrates locally sourced premium beef accompanied by smoked bourbon tallow aioli, pickled shallots, and rich Grizzly Gouda. Paired with house made truffle potato chips for that perfect crunch.
05/11/2026
Celebrate bold flavours and exceptional Canadian whiskey at our next Barrel to Plate dinner with@albertapremium 🥃 Indulge in a four-course experience each expertly paired with a different unique, aged Canadian whiskey. Crafted for fathers & sons, friends, and true whisky lovers alike.
Limited seats available
05/08/2026
Fire‑kissed, bold, and built for flavour. 🔥
Our Pollo A La Brasa is paired with rich romesco, sautéed kale, crushed potatoes, and a perfectly charred lemon for that final hit of brightness.
05/06/2026
Whether you take your whiskey on the rocks, neat, or with a touch of smoke, our bartenders know exactly how to pour it right.
Pull up a seat and let us craft your perfect glass, every single time.
Menu series chapter 3, mains that will keep you coming back!
Have you tried any of our new dishes?
05/01/2026
We’re proud to be joining in the fight against s*x trafficking and s*xual exploitation. By learning the signs of victimization, we can help make a life-changing difference for vulnerable girls.
Inspired by the beauty of a setting sun, our Golden Sunset cocktail serves as a reminder that even in moments of escape, awareness matters. Just as daylight fades, it calls attention to those who are too often unseen—encouraging us to stay present, look out for one another, and stand firmly behind the message: not in our city. From May 1 - July 25, $1 from every cocktail purchased supports , helping to raise awareness and take action against human trafficking.
04/29/2026
Cocktails, craftsmanship, and good company! Join us for a hands‑on cocktail making class at ONE18 EMPIRE. This month: Black Walnut Old Fashioned & Bubbles + Berries. Can't make this round? We’re hosting these monthly so stayed tuned for future dates🥂
🔗Tickets in bio
04/24/2026
Soft, pillowy, and full of flavour ✨
Our new Ricotta Gnocchi is here, crafted for comfort and elevated with every bite.
Continuing our new menu series... today: small bites and sharable favourites!
From new dishes to new appetizers, they just keep coming!
04/17/2026
Bold, bright, and bursting with flavour 🌶️✨
Meet our Tuna Aguachile, fresh, zesty, and the perfect kick for your next craving.
Enjoy every bite of flavour!
Welcome to the menu series!
Each week, fresh flavours, new dishes, new memories!
Our new menu has arrived, made to be shared and savoured. ✨
Gather your friends or colleagues and come experience it together 🍽️🥂
04/13/2026
It’s back and better than ever 🔥
Our fan-favourite Grilled Romaine has returned just in time for spring and summer.
Crisp, smoky, and packed with fresh flavours you’ve been craving.
04/10/2026
Lunch Rush is now a monthly feature! 🍴
For April, enjoy our Short Rib Mole Sliders with pickled fresno peppers, crispy onion, and aji verde 🍔
Served with ONE18 honey truffle chips and a cookie to go.
Our NEW menu has officially launched! 🍴
We’re bringing you a fresh lineup of exciting new dishes, plus the return of some of your all-time favourites (you asked, we listened 😉).
Starting this week, explore what’s new on our website and reserve your table on OpenTable to be among the first to try it.
Book your table for any occasion here https://marriotth.tl/6185B6v4NS
04/02/2026
Something exciting is arriving… ✨
Our new menu launches Tuesday, April 7th, featuring fresh flavours and shareable appetizers you won’t want to miss.
Join us and be among the first to experience it. 🥂
03/30/2026
Honoured to be part of Stampede Cellar Uncorked 🤍🍷
An incredible night of local flavours, amazing wine, and celebrating the best of Alberta’s culinary scene.
Can’t wait to sip, savour, and share it all with you ✨
03/27/2026
A taste of Alberta on every board 🧀✨
From Sylvan Star aged gouda to house-made haskap berry compote, local flavours, beautifully curated.
What's your favourite piece?
03/25/2026
This week’s lunch rush features something different... 🌮🔥
Braised short rib tacos on warm corn tortillas, loaded with guasacaca, pickled red onion & fresh cilantro, paired with a double chocolate Smarties cookie for the perfect sweet finish 🍪
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Address
820 Centre Street SE
Calgary, AB
T2G5A6
Opening Hours
| Monday | 6:30am - 11pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30am - 11pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30am - 11pm |
| Thursday | 6:30am - 11pm |
| Friday | 6:30am - 12am |
| Saturday | 7am - 12am |
| Sunday | 7am - 11pm |