National on 17th

4.5

93 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

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2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Great for outdoor dining
Good for groups
Hot spot

National opened its doors at 550 17th Ave. on June 1st, 2012. Providing Calgary with a new, dynamic choice in the growing craft beer market. Serving the best North American Craft Beer alongside Canadian Cuisine. National prides itself on creating a family environment for the staff, and a welcoming, comfortable atmosphere for our guests. We have worked extensively on our food program, paying special attention to our pizza program. Please join us inside to watch the game, or outside to enjoy our wrap-around patio looking out onto lively 17th Ave.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Canadian
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am Thu 11:00 am–1:00 am Fri, Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am
Phone number
(403) 229-0026
Website
http://www.ntnl.ca/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Get the whole group together for some team building! Join us for a beer tasting class, customized chef stations, or for an intimate custom dinner in our private dining room.

Location
550 17 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2S0B1
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
17th Avenue and 5th Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Bee's CheeseCA$29.00
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Maui LoopCA$29.00
Tomato Sauce / Mozzarella / Ham / Pineapple / Jalapeño / Chili
New School CA$29.00
White Sauce / Mozzarella / Pepperoni / Italian Sausage / Basil
Wheel of Mushrooms CA$29.00
White Sauce / Mozzarella / Mushrooms / Truffle Oil / Basil
The NationalCA$29.00
Tomato Sauce / Mozzarella / Red Onion / Artichoke / Sausage / Basil / Chili
Spicy Italiano CA$29.00
Tomato Sauce / Mozzarella / Calabrese Salami / Pancetta / Pickled Peppers / Basil

What 93 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

93 Reviews

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Michaela
Las Vegas
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
Food and service were great but it was uncomfortably cold. Server let it slip that the manager wanted to keep a door open and it made the entire bar cold. We ended up leaving because it was so cold in the establishment, and heading to the bar next door. Otherwise we would have stayed all night.
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Hafez
Edmonton
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 14, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
They confirmed they have a big screen for watching the Euro final, but it was a lie. Just bunch of 40” TVs that you barely could watch the game. The waitress who served us did not even bring us some water to drink (they usually serve water on the table). No cutleries for the table. Not recommended to anyone.
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OpenTable Diner
Alabama
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on June 30, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Fries portion with burger was pretty small comparing… and otherwise regular tasting, so only 3* for this. also had rigatoni and a yuzu salad. Latter was great, however the chicken again fairly small. Service was nice, but forgot the starter completely without even noticing or mentioning. As the main had already arrived we decided not to insist. On the positive side, the ambience is lovely and the food came fast, and even the soft refills without even asking. So overall a 4*
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The waitress was so sweet and the service was amazing!! Loved the patio !!
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always love this location! The staff are so friendly and service is always quick and seamless. They were willing to accommodate a very large group of us last minute for a work lunch which made our day so special.
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Tyra
VIP
Calgary
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 11, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Went for happy hour on the patio. Drinks on special were okay. Service was not the greatest. Ordered some food items and had they seem to forget about it until you ask an hour later. Wouldn't come back
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Nickname
Calgary
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 31, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Service yesterday was quite sad so it is my assumption that they were understaffed. Told we could sit wherever, totally fine. A girl who I assume was a hostess would drop off waters then run away. It’s not like “ hey, just so you are aware we are under staffed, your server will get to you shortly sorry for any wait times” so like 10 minutes later we get a server we decided to order everything then because looking at the people across from us they were facing the same wait time. Food came before the drinks did, and the fries didn’t come with a condiment so we asked the hostess grabbed us one but like instead of just placing it on the table shoved it right into the fries.. thought it was weird for her to think I will take what my hands just touched and place it into their food I would be okay just placed on the table. I saw a male manager honestly doing the most on the floor so props to him keeping things going! But the table right beside us I think waited 20 Minutes for a server, but instead our server looked at them said I will go find you a server then walked to the bar then picked up her drink and laughed with another girl and checked her phone.. the couple next to us I believe also saw this and just left visually seeing that she could have taken an order from them then found Someone to take over. The food quality wasn’t that great, we normally get the same thing each time we go and it’s had always been the same quality this time it was very sad, server when coming to take our payment was just in a carefree mood. The place wasn’t very busy, but I can understand being for staffed.. but this was servers hostesses who just could care less type of day. Sorry to the supervisor who had to pick up their slack. Next time hopefully it’s back to normal!
National on 17thResponded on April 2, 2024
Thank you for your feedback on your recent visit. I'm truly sorry to hear about the issues you experienced with our service and food quality. I'd greatly appreciate the chance to learn more about your visit and address these concerns directly. Please email me at bgoldenberg@ntnl.ca , so I can work to ensure your next experience with us reflects the high standards we aim for.
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JannelleC
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, amazing food and drinks recommend the smoked burger, tops ! Drinks were fabulous as was our server. We will come again
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 2, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Made reservations a month ago as we had friends coming into town. Was called a couple hours prior to our reservation and advised there was a private function and our reservation could be moved to a sister location or after the private event. We moved the reservation to the much later time and were seated right away. Service was horrible. Our first drink order took 30 mins and the second was no better. We ordered chips and guac three times but never got it. It was not busy at all since the private function ended at 9:30pm so it was very frustrating to have our guests have that as their Calgary experience.
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CalgaryFB
Saskatoon
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best beef dips in Calgary, and I try them everywhere. Our server Emily is always just a beauty as well. 5 stars all the time.
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FAQs

National on 17th offers delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. National on 17th also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (403) 229-0026.

National on 17th is rated 4.5 stars by 93 OpenTable diners.

National on 17th does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

550 17 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2S0B1

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
17th Avenue and 5th Street
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am Thu 11:00 am–1:00 am Fri, Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Canadian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ntnl.ca/
Phone number
(403) 229-0026
Private party facilities
Get the whole group together for some team building! Join us for a beer tasting class, customized chef stations, or for an intimate custom dinner in our private dining room.

Gift card

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National on 17th

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Gift card

Menu

Pizza Bar

Bee's CheeseCA$29.00

La Pepperoni CA$29.00

Maui LoopCA$29.00

New School CA$29.00

Wheel of Mushrooms CA$29.00

The NationalCA$29.00

Spicy Italiano CA$29.00

What 93 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Does National on 17th offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is National on 17th restaurant rated?

Does National on 17th offer gift cards?

Is National on 17th currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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