Small Bar

The corner spot in Bridgeland has a new look, but it still feels familiar.

Small Bar has settled in where Cannibale once stood, keeping the spirit of the place alive with a more relaxed vibe, good drinks and food worth coming back for.

Small Bar Bridgeland

When Cannibale closed its doors after nearly a decade, it wasn’t the end … just a thoughtful reset. Small Bar, the newest incarnation from co-owners Shayne Perrin and Mike Hope, is tucked into the same corner in Bridgeland. With fewer sharp edges and a more laid-back vibe, Small Bar brings all the heart and hospitality of its predecessor with a fresh sense of self. Walls have come down and what was once the barbershop is now extra seating. Having visited this past spring, we experienced a warm, open and unpretentious space. The drinks menu is approachable and well-curated with local craft beers, easy cocktails and a tight wine list that offers great value. Chef Kevin Turner runs the food program, which features local crowd pleasers like the smash burger, mussels and fries and a throwback shrimp cocktail. Besides Small Bar, Shayne and his wife Jodi own and operate Blue Star Diner and Dairy Lane Café, two community-focused spots that have become neighbourhood staples in Calgary.

Small Bar Bridgeland | 813 1st Ave. N.E. | 403.454.5808 | smallbarbridgeland.ca