We went for the first time last night and it was a great experience. They have a very extensive wine list, and our server, who is also aSommelier, stepped in to choose delicious wines for us to sip. We went with friends, and because we were so busy catching up, we asked our (wonderful) server to choose a selection of ‘small plates’ for us as well. He did a great job choosing a selection of sharable goodies, which were delicious! It may have been our first visit, but it won’t be our last.
This was a fantastic tapas restaurant, the best tapas ever, service was phenomenal and staff were so nice to talk to, so many staff took the time to talk. I would highly recommend going there, you will not be disappointed!!
Fantastic food and the staff are amazing! Thanks Jordon and other staff! Amazing evening. And the Sangrias aren't bad too! �
Great wine selection, atmosphere is very pleasant and the staff very friendly and professional.
The vin room is a lovely wine bar in Calgary with an excellent selection of vino and food. The restaurant offers many wines in 2 oz tastings so you can find something you like before ordering a whole glass or bottle. The service has been prompt but a bit unpleasant each time I have been to this location. Not a major concern but it always turns me off when my server gives off an annoyed feel when they are serving me.
The vin room also has a hoot hour everyday from 3-6pm where they offer food and drinks specials.
The roof top patio is one of the best in the city. Great food, fantastic wine. The staff are top notch when it comes to wine suggestions and the pairings for food.
They have recently changed their Happy Hour options, great selection of food and wines. Happy Hour starts again after nine if you have been to a movie or the theatre and want to stop on the way home.
I had a fantastic experience booking a group dinner at the Vin Room in Mission. The group menu choices were delicious and very well priced. The Wine tasting and atmosphere in the downstairs Cellar was a fabulous way to celebrate with a group. Alan was very great to work with to prepare for the event and they were very accommodating with last minute changes.
Had dinner and wine here last night and it was AMAZING!! Every dish was even better than expected - we had the croquettes, scallops, flat iron steak, and duck breast. I'd go back for all of it again! The staff were very attentive (without being too much) and always made sure our glasses were topped up. We lingered over wine and never felt rushed out like some other places do, even though every table was full. Top notch Vin Room!.
I didn't mind Vin Room. It's a decent place for wine lovers or to go on a date to a place that's quiet and well designed and furnished. The tapas were good and the wine selection is great. Don't come here super hungry though, this place isn't designed for you to walk out full with your top button open. But you will walk out slightly buzzed and satisfied.
The food here is great. The must try dish from Vin Room are the scallops (wish the serving was larger). Although the waiter messed up order, I was really impressed with the knowledge he had about their cheeses and wines. Be prepared to spend a good amount of cash on your meal.
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If duck is on the Vin Room's menu, get the duck. The duck we were served was absolutely amazing. Cooked to perfection, it had a nice fatty skin with the juiciest pink duck meat I've ever had. Lean, but with enough fatty juices inside, the dish was full of flavour.
I sat down to a private five-course meal ($125 with wine pairings) and Vin Room did not disappoint. I don't think it's ever disappointed me in my visits, which makes me a question why I don't come here often enough. Everything was pretty spectacular. The Flatiron steak was medium-rare, it had so many juices flowing off of it with each cut. Mixed with the sauteed mushrooms and other savoury vegetables, this was definitely a crowd-pleaser. The meal also started with a Paella Arrancini which was a very unique take on two culturally different rice dishes. The crunchy rice ball with the warm and soft paella rice inside with a bit of shrimp was instantly gone in a few bites.
I'd recommend Vin Room for a fancy dinner without a second thought. Especially if you enjoy wine. There's plenty of selection and with our set-course meal, they paired their food well with their drink. It's a great experience.
If you go as a big group, there's a basement private dining room you can access. Honestly, great place to have dinner party, especially with professional servers.
Thierry / Foodie In YYC
+3.5
On the positive side, the wine selection is really good and the food just as excellent.
I really love the cheese they offer, and they always know how to make the best pairing.
On the negative side though, I've never felt like I was in a higher scale establishment despite the higher prices (even the suggested tips start at 20%) which is a bit of a let down.
The patio on the roof is fairly nice, so I still go once in a while - just not the right balance between experience/cost.
Great experience with a great waiter. My wife and I had a really good experience at vin room this past Saturday. On a whim we decided to stop for a glass of wine after a disappointing dinner in mission. I'm really glad we did because it made our night. The selection of wine by the glass is pretty remarkable and the service we received from our waiter Sheldon was even better. We were able to tell Sheldon what we both enjoyed in wine and he picked flights tailored to our tastes. I enjoyed their music selection and it turned into a nice romantic night for two. I would highly recommend this place for anyone that enjoys wine.
Vin Room. Good place to try various wines. Our waiter made some excellent recommendations.
Great meal, Great service. My daughter and I went for supper on a Sunday evening. The menu looked interesting and attracted us to the Vin Room. We were seated promptly and the service was excellent. The waiter was knowledgeable about both the food and the wine. Plates were cleared as soon as we finished each dish. We had 4 plates plus dessert. Each dish was well presented and very tasty - the kitchen did a great job. The only complaint was with the card machine that only offered tip percentages of 20, 25 and 30%.
Peter K. Great service and food!
So glad to come across this find. Restaurant was really busy and we snuck in a reservation through open table. Food was delicious, the sirloin was amazing, and the lobster nachos are as good as all the reviews. The staff were incredibly helpful and our waitress was Phoebe who is actually the owner. Overall Vin Room is a true gem and we will definitely be back.
Everything is great!. Vin Room is one of the best restaurants I've been to in a really long time, and I eat out quite a bit :) The service is really great, with lots of employees around to answer questions or check in on you. The restaurant itself is great as well. I reccomend the eggplant chips, and the lobster nachos!
Thank you for always providing such a great experience!
Most romantic restaurant in Calgary. I would highly recommend reservations at this charming restaurant in Mission. The service was amazing, from the feisty hostess to our very knowledge waitress when we wanted a Malbec. The food is great, and the lobster nachos and chickpea fritters are a must! Everyone is super friendly and we will definitely be back!
Went with some friends after work and loved it. Really dark in there though. I shared 4 dishes (lobster nachos, eggplant chips, prawns and double dip) and we each had a 6oz glass of Riesling. Total came to about $74 before gratuity which isn't bad. Initially I thought the food wasn't enough and I had left feeling a little hungry but after about 15 min and the food has a chance to settle I was nicely full.
Would visit again.
Will defiantly return. Robert is a great sommelier and did a wonderful job at choosing our flights of wine. Our waiter Mark, was outstanding and very knowledgable.
Great tapas and atmosphere, highly recommend.
Great Wine and Cheese! Beautiful atmosphere, will be back again.
Great Food Great Wine. Went with a huge group of people for a party. Got to try 3 white wines and had champagne. The australian one was my favourite. The foods that complimented the wines were very delicious, came in one or 2 plates for each dish to be shared amongst the whole table ( we had around 3-4 tables). Portions were small after sharing but there were a lot of dishes which made the meal incredibly filling. Really enjoyed being able to try such a variety of dishes all at once. Would definitely go back for another special occasion
Great top secret roof top patio. Great appies. Great wine. Great patio upstairs. All good.
One of the best dining experiences I have had in Calgary. We were so impressed with the service; friendly, sincere and knowledgeable. The food was awesome, especially the lamb meat balls which are to die for. Vin room was an awesome place for a date night.
Great Rooftop Patio. Attentive service. Yummy tapas. Great wine. Cool décor.
Loved it! great food, great wine. Very romantic. definitely returning..
My boyfriend and I have been searching for the best restraunt to have our date nights and we found it!! Vin room in mission is the perfect place for a romantic date ( and would be a great place for ladies night !) with so many wines to choose from we were able to sample lots of 2 oz glasses that our server helped pick to pair with our food . We had some sparkiling wine with some cheese and meats to start then had some DELISIOUS tapas ( must try the grilled prawns/ lobster nachos / scallops) . We had a great table in the back of the restraunt near the kitchen and even though it seemed to be completely packed In the restraunt, we always had full drinks/ water and every time food was brought to us out server would check on us to make sure everything was ok and that we didn't need anything else. Very friendly and professional staff, great food and wine! Over all our new favorite restraunt , can't wait to take the ladies there next time!
Went to the newly opened Vin Room West last week. I am a fan of Vin Room ( the original) and was not disappointed in Vin Room West. I expected some hiccups in the early days of operation but was very pleased that most things are running well.... quite a task for a new operation. I sat with 3 other people and we all ordered different menu items. Each of us really enjoyed our meals . Some folks might think the place is expensive.... I believe I get excellent quality for the price. I also like the 2 oz portions of wine available. I can enjoy a couple of fresh glasses of excellent wine with my friends and still drive home safely.
On the topic of wine.... I have been to many restaurants where the choice of wine by the glass is poorer quality and limited and and I still pay $8-10 for it.
I have never been disappointed in the wine I have had at Vin . I get great advice from the servers.
Great atmosphere! We enjoyed the lamb sticks, steak, and chips!! Calamari was disappointing. Definitely will come again!!!
Cozy and Sexy. The wine and service are quite enjoyable.
Great roof top patio. What an awesome place to sample some new wines. The venue is great - the rooftop patio would be an ideal place to host a party. Service was very attentive - from wine suggestions (my fave Rockford) to moving us from the patio when it became too windy. Great place to start or end the night. Will be a regular spot for me now.
A new favorite. Great food, well prepared and presented. Love the emphasis on local ingredients. Service was helpful and friendly but not intrusive. Beautiful space as well.
We had an amazing waiter, had lots of different tasters, all we're perfect... Small portions, but the quality made up for it.
I love this place! The food is always fabulous, and the atmosphere is great. Huge wine list. One of my favorite charcuteries in the city! Amazing rooftop patio for the summer. They also take resos which is nice, as so many hotspots in Calgary dont anymore. Service is slightly lacking, but the owner makes up for it and is always there helping her staff to greet, serve, expo, & bus. I wouldnt be surprised if she washes dishes too! I'll go back any day of the week.
Good interesting food and great wine selection. As others have said it is a bit pricey for what you get, but quality is there.
Obviously great wines, love the options. Not necessarily the best value, but delicious tapas and great service. The rooftop is lovely in the summer. I like ordering 3-4 tapas as dinner and sharing with my dining partner. The duck/saskatoon berry/squash dish is super rich and tasty, as are the lamb meatballs...they melt in your mouth and are so juicy and tender! Oysters are good too but wasn't wowed (relatively) by the homemade hot sauce...
Adore Vin Room. Loved Vin Room. The oysters are amazing. The Tapas are a delight. Service is wonderful. Will be back.
A second chance made all the difference. Although my first experience at the Vin Room left quite a bit to be desired (extremely slow and inattentive server, the incorrect drink being made and then removed from the bill with so-so food) we decided to give it another try. This decision proved to be a great one! On our second visit we had sat in the cozy upstairs section, had a fantastic, knowledgable server and really enjoy the the food (oysters, lobster nachos & marrow). I'm very pleased we gave the Vin Room a second chance and look forward to going back again!
Simply Wonderful. Vin Room never ceases to amaze. From the food, to the extensive wine selection, to the fabulous service, and the beautiful decor, I always have an amazing experience. I came in for lunch recently (I'm shocked not enough people know how great their lunch menu is) and enjoyed the delightful service provided by Christian. He has served me before, always has a tasty wine suggestion, and provides an overall great experience. If only Calgary had more servers like this!!
LOVE IT!!!. Went to Vin Room the other day, the restaurant has a great feel to it, the food was amazing and the serving staff were attentive and knowledgeable. I will be back!
Friday post work diversion. We headed to the Vin Room last Friday to have a casual after work meal and wine. It's perfect for those nights when you just want to chill and not eat an over powering meal. Started off with a flight of California blends, then off to Spain and finishing off in Burgundy. We had the little lamb kabobs, the pork belly and a mix of meats and cheeses. The food at Vin is good and the wine selection is above average. The odd thing we found on this visit was the amount of wine being sampled by the manager. While he was swirling, sniffing and taking multiple tastes over the few hours that we were there, he must have been up to 2 or 3 glasses! He seemed a little pickled when we left. Strange.
WoW!!. The first minute we walked into the Vin Room I had a feeling it was gonna be a special night but I had no idea I would leave "Blown Away"!
From the moment we were met at the door, our jackets taken and being seated, the staff made us feel special and welcome!
I was fortunate enough to have met the Owner Phoebe and she was Amazing with her walk thru of the menu and what they had to offer.
The Menu was Outstanding and made me smile before even tasting my first bite. The Grilled Cheese to the Lobster Nachos and the wine to go with each were mouth watering and flavourful.
Thank You Phoebe and Staff for a Wonderful Experience!
We'll Be Back!
Memorable Experience. Recently went to the Vin Room and it was a top notch experience from start to finish. The wines were incredible and the tapas and wine pairings they gave us were second to none. The food alone was worth the visit but the wines put our experience over the top. The Vin Room will be on my short list of places to go in Calgary.
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Great place. A friend and I had dinner there last night and it was great! Our server was very helpful with recommendations of both wine and food and she seemed to really take pleasure in helping out. We got a charcuterie board and then some tapas, with a glass of wine to match each "course". It was a great relaxing dinner and incredibly delicious. We had the smoked pork tenderloin and 2 cheeses for our board, which came with mustard, pickled carrots, fig jam and pear puree. Our tapas plate was the chef's choice of 4 (polenta bites, beet salad, pork ribs and chorizo) and it was really excellent. Those pork ribs were my favorite, savory with a hint of sweet. My only gripe was the scary price of the glasses of wine! We didn't notice that each 6oz glass we ordered was about $18 each!! One was really fantastic, the other was a bit off, but that was a surprise when the bill came. All told though, it was a great, friendly, warm, delicious place to have a meal. And if I could name our server here, I would, because she deserves recognition for a meal well served!!
Patio perfect. Four of my girlfriends enjoyed an evening upstairs on the patio. From the street it looked empty but upstairs was hopping. The eggplant chips with a duo of sips is a must have. we also had the polenta fries with fresh Parmesan on top. Super yummy. Mains were fish tacos not bad but a little soggy, lamb chops and beef shortribs. The portion size was good for trying lots of dishes as I had some appie a salad and my main. The service out of the kitchen was slow but we were there for a long visit and the time between courses gave time for the previous dish to settle. I would go back on a heartbeat but perhaps hope I wasn't seated beside five really chatty women!
Delicious croquettes!. Really enjoyed this place, had a taster of white wine and some of their croquettes with serrano ham. They were wonderful and reminded me of my vacation in Spain last year, tasted exactly like the ones we had there.
Waitress was friendly and helpful and the decor was very cool. I can't wait to sit on the patio in the summer and try some of the other tapas.
Great wine. A friend and I came here after reading the reviews on Urbanspoon. The knowledgeable staff helped us choose a fantastic wine and paired it with the best cheese I have ever had. It was on the pricey side but you do pay for quality and friendly, professional staff. I have recommended the Vin Room to friends and will absolutely be back!
Superb!. If you like your wine and you like variety this is the place for you.
Nothing like it in the city. Cool, trendy, sexy, whatever you might call it it's all about the wine. Great atmosphere, knowledgeable staff and wonderful food.
Did I mention the wine?
Check it out... you will not be disappointed.
Very trendy restaurant. It wasn't the easiest to locate and parking wasn't abundant. The food sizes are like tapas and delicately created. While the menu items are a little on the expensive side, the quality of the food was excellent. The waiters were also able to pair up wine tastings elegantly with each set of dishes. Worth the visit if you want to have some classy tapas with great wine.
Vin Room. The lobster salad is still on the menu but the short rib pie is gone....the newly added Salisbury steak patty more than makes up for it though!!!
Check out the Ojai Rose by the glass while it lasts....
Vin Room .....Yummmmm. So if you like wine and want to experiment with different ones, this is the place to go. 65 bottles that are available by the glass and all kept fresh by the miracle of modern technology. The food is also fantastic! The braised shortrib ravioli and the lobster salad are to die for!!!
One thing to bear in mind is that the food here, while fantastic, is more on the scale of tapas. So if you expect to fill up, be prepared to order a number of dishes and for the ensuing price tag.
Vin Room prawn and lobster roll with a side salad for $14. OMG this dish had my lunch date moaning as she worked her way through this decadent sandwich that had surprisingly large chunks of lobster meat in a herb aioli, I'm talking entire claws here people.
Ahh, the Lobster Nachos. I saw a lot of people ordering this so Ben and I figured we’d give it a go. To be honest I thought this dish was good, I love lobster and I love nachos. I just kinda thought it might have been a bit of waste to have lobster served like this. Maybe it’s because I’ve always seen lobster as something that was expensive and should be served in a very expensive way. Therefore, but seeing it served on a bed of nachos took me a li
I was really impressed with Vin Room this time around, and I would give it four stars - great food, and great wine. I can't wait to check out the patio in the summer!
I had the three course lunch feature at the Vin Room last weekend. The feature, updated every week, offers patrons an appetizer, entree and dessert for $25 dollars. Wine pairings are also available for an extra $10.
Nolan’s 27th Birthday was this past Monday March 8th. I had secretly planned him a surprise birthday party at Crush with his friends and family. Well not so much of a surprise because he is snoopy and was suspect of what was going on that evening and alth
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+4.5
Would definitely go back, great place to catch up with friends while trying a bunch of different dishes.
The prospect of 64 wines by the glass was just too good to pass up at Vin Room...
For prices in the $5~$15 range for most, I was curious to know what the portions were like but certainly on paper, it didn’t seem like a place for a full on, sit down meal.
I thoroughly enjoyed dinner with friends at the Vin Room. Waitress was attentive and quick. The food was very nice. I enjoy unique food and good wine so it was a win win for me.
Great selection of wines. I recommend the pork belly tacos and the mussels from the tapa menu. Watch out for the spicy horse radish.
Had a lovely dinner and experience here last night. Great atmosphere and a fantastic waiter. Very well taken care of and would come back again. Try the lamb, it's to die for!
Greg and his team organized a great experience for my aunt and uncle’s Christmas gift. We loved everything - the wine and food were perfectly paired and I really appreciated that they took everything I shared with them about wine preferences into consideration. And our server was very knowledgeable. Not to mention how each course was perfectly timed out. It was a fabulous time for all!!
We had Happy Hour and dinner here tonight with some friends.
We had a great time with some great food and service!
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