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Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey, Calgary, AB

Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey

4.7
4.7
799 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Barbecue

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2 people
22:00
Booked 49 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey is a bbq joint in the heart of Kensington, Calgary, Alberta. Smoking our meat from 10-14 hours, people love our brisket but we have a selection of meats, trays and sides to choose from. Join us inside or out if the weather permits, or on our backyard whiskey garden open year round. Drinkwise we’ve got the largest whiskey list in town, and an ever-evolving cocktail list anchored by our smokey old-fashioned. We’ve also got a bunch of beer on tap, with some local favourites and international selects.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–1:00 am Fri, Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am
  • Phone number
    (403) 283-3021
  • Website
    https://www.haydenblockyyc.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Restaurant: Seats 125Whiskey Garden: Seats 48Hayden Hall (Second Floor): Seats 130Email events@blockhospitality.ca for all event bookings and inquiries.

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What 799 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Calgary / Southern Alberta

    Great for live music

  • Calgary

    Great for live music

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey offers a lively atmosphere with "incredible food" and an "extensive whisky selection." Guests appreciate the "fantastic service," highlighted by attentive staff and "great vibes." The brisket is often praised as the best in Calgary. Although the noise can be high, the vibrant energy, live music, and "great cocktails" make it a favorite spot for BBQ lovers and group gatherings.

799 Reviews

  1. Evan

    Calgary

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed our dinner at Hayden Block. The food was great overall. We enjoyed the brisket most of all. Very tender. We also had the pork ribs which were ok, and the pulled pork which was also pretty good. All the side dishes we tried were very good as well. Overall a great experience. We’ll be visiting again.

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  2. Cheryl

    VIP

    Aberdeen

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had family come to town and we thought Hayden Block would be a great place to take them as they love barbecue. The ambiance in the back with the fireplace is fantastic. It was great that my 16 year old nephew was able to enjoy the spot as they allow minors until 8:00 pm. The service was fantastic and the food delicious. The brisket was very tender. All of the sides were excellent. If you are a whiskey drinker they have an incredible selection which is half off during happy hour 3:00 - 6:00 pm Monday - Friday.

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  3. Martin

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and liquor selection was very good and priced fair.

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  4. Rob

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    An excellent experience. Nolan is an amazing bartender and Voislav is great as well. We sat at the bar and at first we're a little skeptical but at the end it was awesome!

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  5. Gobind

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal, quality and quantity perfect. Servers were prompt and had a smile everytime they approached

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  6. Paul

    Calgary

    29 reviews

    4.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I truly like this barbecue and burbon pub. I'll come back.

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  7. Lindsey

    Calgary

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and great service. We'll definitely be back.

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  8. Steve

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's always good food and great service. Their old fashion is worth the drive alone!

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  9. Patricia

    VIP

    Calgary

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Meat centric. Great for keto dining. I enjoyed the beef short rib and green beans, and took home enough for a second dinner the next day. I do not like a really strong smoky flavour and the beef rib was perfect. The price seems scary ($35) for a beef rib, but not when you consider I got two meals out of it, and most steaks in other restaurants are that price or more and not as tender.

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  10. Wendy

    Calgary

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 6 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Hayden Block did not disappoint! The food was excellent with good portions for our group of three. The servers were attentive. It was a super cold evening and the cold air from the door opening could be felt, although the fire we were seated beside helped balance that. We will definitely return in the future.

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Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey is rated 4.7 stars by 799 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
22:00
Booked 49 times today

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Google Map for Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey

1136 Kensington Rd NW, Calgary, AB T2N 3P3

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    1136 Kensington Road NW
  • Area
    Calgary
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–1:00 am Fri, Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace
  • Website
    https://www.haydenblockyyc.com/
  • Phone number
    (403) 283-3021
  • Private party facilities
    Restaurant: Seats 125Whiskey Garden: Seats 48Hayden Hall (Second Floor): Seats 130Email events@blockhospitality.ca for all event bookings and inquiries.
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