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Proof

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Cocktail Bar

1302 1 St SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0V7

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Proof

4.7

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Cocktail Bar

Calgary

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Charming
Great for happy hour

We all care about drinks and good times… a lot! Everyone working at Proof is fully immersed in cocktail culture. We live and breathe this stuff and if you love it as much as we do, we will geek-out with you. If you could care less about the stuffiness and just want to have a perfectly crafted drink in a fun room, we are here for that too. The best way to learn about what we are about is to come down and visit!

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From the OpenTable editors: Proof may boast a back bar with over 350 spirits and recognition from World’s 50 Best, but it welcomes cocktail novices just as warmly as mixology enthusiasts. A menu organized by base spirit offers a drink for every mood and occasion — whether it’s a gin cocktail with yuzu sake or a bold whisky creation. Nibbles like pickled veggies and tuna crudo go well with just about everything.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar, American
Hours of Operation
Daily 14:00–01:00
Phone number
(403) 246-2414
Website
https://proofyyc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Proof Cocktail bar is perfect for large parties from 12- 60 people, offering a range of packages, from tailored cocktail menus, canapés and cocktail classes.
Private party contact
Samantha Hamill: (403) 246-2414

Location
1302 1 St SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0V7
Award-winning
1. OpenTable Icons 2026
2. OpenTable Icons 2025
3. OpenTable Icons 2024
Area
Calgary
Parking Details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine

Private dining

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Proof.

4.7

(53)

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Calgary / Southern Alberta
Great for creative cocktails
Calgary / Southern Alberta
Cocktail Bar
Calgary
Great for creative cocktails
Calgary
Cocktail Bar

Review summary

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Proof is a vibrant cocktail bar praised for its "excellent service" and "great vibe." The staff is "very knowledgeable," offering a wide selection of classic and original cocktails. Guests enjoy the "wonderful atmosphere" and "lovely happy hour." It's an ideal spot for both locals and visitors seeking a memorable experience.

53 Reviews

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Mark Gold
Edmonton / Northern Alberta14 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's a very nice neighborhood cocktail bar, they tend to have hard to find bourbons at a good price..It's popular so make reservations
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Matthew Gold
Edmonton / Northern Alberta4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent happy hour, excellent vibe and great service,
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Brandi Gold
Calgary / Southern Alberta6 reviews
3.0
Dined on 3 October 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Extremely slow service; over half an hour to receive drinks. Not typical of our previous experiences here.
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Matthew Gold
Edmonton / Northern Alberta4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely place. Great happy hour. Excellent staff.
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Matt Gold
Calgary / Southern Alberta22 reviews
4.0
Dined on 28 September 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very warm service! Great pricing and menu selections were great.
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Laetitia
Calgary / Southern Alberta2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, great cocktails, great snacks. Thank you!
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Matthew Gold
Edmonton / Northern Alberta4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent place, great vibe, excellent service and lovely happy hour.
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Marc Gold
Calgary / Southern Alberta2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Zach was an amazing server. He was very helpful choosing cocktails. We were entertaining friends from out of town and he made our stay memorable!
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Raj Gold
Calgary / Southern Alberta23 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 August 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service, delicious classic and original cocktails, good food. Will come again!
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Scott Gold
Edmonton / Northern Alberta11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 July 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful time. Super cool cocktail bar. Will be back
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar, American
Hours of Operation
Daily 14:00–01:00
Phone number
(403) 246-2414
Website
https://proofyyc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Proof Cocktail bar is perfect for large parties from 12- 60 people, offering a range of packages, from tailored cocktail menus, canapés and cocktail classes.
Private party contact
Samantha Hamill: (403) 246-2414

Location
1302 1 St SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0V7
Award-winning
1. OpenTable Icons 2026
2. OpenTable Icons 2025
3. OpenTable Icons 2024
Area
Calgary
Parking Details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine

FAQs

Proof tends to be busiest around the holidays and during pre-game/early-evening crowds, reviewers note Christmas-season rushes and recommend booking before Flames games (around 4–7 pm); other visits are described as quiet and relaxed.

Proof feels like a cozy, cocktail-forward lounge with a striking wall of spirits, intimate seating (candles on tables) and playful, festive décor, bartenders craft inventive drinks in a warm, inviting space.

Yes, Proof is often recommended for date night: guests describe romantic, candlelit tables and unforgettable date-night visits alongside standout cocktails.

Monday is a standout, guests praise Proof’s Monday happy-hour prices and a fun, upbeat bar scene.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, put-together attire rather than formalwear.

For great value and a lively pre-game vibe, visit Proof during happy hour, reviewers specifically recommend the 4–7 pm window before Flames games and praise the happy-hour drinks and baos.

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4.7

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Cocktail Bar

Calgary

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 22 times today

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