charbar

Octopus was delicious
Steaks were cooked perfectly
Squash and potato sides tasted great

Had dinner here with our three children and it was fantastic! The food was served quickly (a must when kids are involved) and it was tasty! We loved everything we ordered and so did the kids: D. Our server was fantastic, great place to take the family for dinner.

Will is the most amazing server I’ve ever come across! He is attentive and professional with a great personality. I highly suggest asking his recommendations - his taste in wine is second to none! I have celiac and felt very safe ordering with no complications after. We had a very minor issue with our food - Will and his lovely manager (Nadine) were awesome and dealt with our issues quickly and professionally! Food, cocktails, service, all FANTASTIC! We have our wedding planned next summer elsewhere and sincerely regret not booking with these fine folks. We will be back as much as our wallets allow, especially to sit in Will’s section!

Came here with a larger group recently and honestly was very underwhelmed and disappointed with the whole experience. Our server Ivy was curt with us and not very friendly, only until after the manager checked in on our table she switched her attitude up. It wasn't even busy during our time here. It felt like she was quite inconvenienced when we asked questions about the menu (such as how many patties come with the gaucho burger, which is what I ordered). The burger itself was mid, and it looked like the patties were frozen and slightly warmed as there was no char or anything on them. All our burgers were like this and so not worth the ~$23 price tag. Really not living up to the name here. I wouldn't recommend dining here, take your business elsewhere where you can actually get a good burger and good service. Only upside was the patio view.

Beautiful place for a drink. Lots of space, good service and great atmosphere. View is nice overlooking the river. Worth a stop to catch a breather if you're in the area.

Not busy, but waited over an hour to get service. Weather got a bit chilly and they said the heaters on the balcony can’t be operated as the building is old…so I guess they are decoration? Tacos came out stone cold and we’re not great. Lots of room for improvement

Fantastic meal! You don't see me posting meals, but on this one, I had to. All the seasoning and spices in the right proportions. This is the 1st time I had a very sumptuous meal eating out.

The steaks were expertly cooked. The sides If you’re not into mayonnaise, er, homemade mayonnaise, I mean
Aioli, most of the sides are a pass as you will get lots of mayo as a base.

Service was very good. If booking a reservation: even if you are a table of two say you’re a table for four.
Otherwise risk sitting at the worst table (busiest table by the kitchen access) we couldn’t believe a reservation would reserve the worst table. If you’re a Last minute walk in. No bad tables. Months in advance booking.
Not great.

Lunch service was slow and the restaurant was not very busy. Gaucho burger was good however too sloppy to eat.

Food was excellent! The vibe was excellent! But the best part of the experience was the service. Natasha was extremely knowledgeable about the menu (something that is hard to come by these days) and super helpful. I travel the world eating a lot of places and I honestly will not forget this experience because of her! 10/10

Good location, close to Fort Calgary. I had dinner on Canada Day, service is slow but still good.food there is a joke. I had burger and pizza, extremely greasy and over grilled.pizza feels like jam and french fries is much worse than A&W/ Costco. I dine in several bars & grills in downtown area, unfortuantely CharBar has the worst food I ever had.

We came here for my friends birthday, it was a horrible experience, she didn’t ask if we wanted dessert or tell us it was last call. She didn’t ask how our food was. My friend asked for mayo, waited 20 minutes and I had to go up to the kitchen line to ask for it. We are all servers and know how it is but the service was horrible. Neisha was very rude, I asked her about the dessert and she was giving me so much attitude as if she didn’t want to serve us. I don’t recommend going here. I am a foody myself and the food was very below average, and the service didn’t help either.

Food was nice, service was good but they were clearly very busy. Waiters seemed rushed and under pressure, whilst the bar staff seemed relaxed. There was a wedding taking place upstairs which meant the venue was very loud, and they kept playing with the lighting levels which was a bit irritating whilst you were trying to eat and talk. It kept going from a nice ambient light to glaring with spot lights from above. Wine selection was great, a good selection of local, American and European wines. Steaks were very tasty, could have done with a few more vegetable options for sides. Generally a nice dining experience.

This spot is great, offering an amazing combination of great food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're looking for a cozy meal or a special night out, Charbar is sure to impress.

From the moment you walk in, the warm and welcoming atmosphere makes you feel right at home. The staff is friendly and attentive, and the food is both delicious and beautifully presented. The menu offers a wide variety of options, and there's something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, you and your guests will enjoy it!

Food is still absolutely amazing. Went for Father's Day brunch and there must have been an order mix up. All 5 of our meals came out at different times. They brought sharing plates with mine because it came so far before everyone else's. Fine when you're with family but didn't really want to share my eggs Benny! No explanation given just every 5 minutes brought out someone else's meal.

A Disappointing Visit to CharBar

I recently had the opportunity to dine at CharBar, and unfortunately, it fell far short of my expectations. From the moment I walked in, the ambiance felt dull and uninspiring. The lighting was too dim and the decor seemed outdated and in need of a refresh.

The service was equally underwhelming. The staff appeared disinterested and lacked attentiveness. It took an unnecessarily long time for someone to take our order, and throughout the meal, it was difficult to get their attention when I needed something.

Now, let's talk about the food. It was a complete letdown. The menu boasted an array of enticing dishes, but the execution was far from satisfactory. The main course arrived lukewarm, and the portion sizes were disappointingly very small. The ingredients seemed mediocre and lacked freshness.

To make matters worse, the prices were exorbitant for the quality provided. I left CharBar feeling unsatisfied and with a sense of regret for spending my hard-earned money on such a lackluster dining experience.

In conclusion, I would not recommend CharBar to anyone seeking an enjoyable and memorable dining experience. Other than the location their subpar service, lackluster ambiance, and underwhelming food, it fell far short of the mark. Save your money and seek out other establishments that value their customers and provide a more satisfying culinary experience.

Very limited options for people who don't eat meat, little weird but they'll charge u for dipping sauce as well.it is okayish place tbh

This place sucked for the price of everything I expected the pizza to not be burnt everywhere. Also the pre cut steak is absolutely crazy y'all should be bringing out a scale with that cause I sneeze more than what was served. 10/10 would not recommend + the amount of homeless yelling at me while I ate was probably the only good part:)

Limited and cryptic menu- always found it tasteless unexpected food for filthy amounts on the bill.

Great food, very tasty. Unfortunately the service was disappointing. Service was extremely slow despite it not being busy. Our drinks were slow to come and be replenished as well as the complete clearing of plates between the appetizers and the main course. We had to clear some of our own plates and set them aside to make room for the main course.

When you sit at a restaurant that is as beautiful as Charbar with it’s almost fine dining prices, you hope the service matches the setting - you want the overall experience.

I do hope it was a one off night and that this review allows for some reflection. We need more restaurants like Charbar that offer a beautiful setting within a beautiful location along the river.

Interesting little spot to go to. Highly welcoming ambiance/vibe. All staff were super friendly and attentive to myself and everyone there when I was there. I had the blistered provoleta cheese appetizer*BEWARE IT IS ALOT OF CHEESE* I was beyond shocked with the amount that I got and it was deliciously delicious. The sourdough bread that came with it was scrumptious. Then I had the striploin steak with smoked beets. The steak was wonderfully seasoned. The beets were oddly satisfying, the combination of what they have with the beet dish was enticing.

Then I had the flan for dessert which was so light and satisfying. A wonderful end to a delicious meal. Would recommend for any occasion or casual event for sure

Terrible slow service and substandard food. Over spiced, overcooked, and over priced. Fries were OK though. Mandatory 20% tip, so who there cares?
Nobody.

Great spot, came here for dinner on Sunday night. Super quiet (but probably cause the location). The service was fantastic! The ceviche was amazing, was made right in front of us. The steak was good too, highly recommend it! The beet salad was my absolute favorite. Will definitely be coming back here. Thank you!