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Purlieu, Calgary, AB

Purlieu

4.8
4.8
456 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
French

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Purlieu is a French restaurant in the Oakridge community of Calgary, Alberta. The food is classic with dishes like Moules Frites, Coquille Saint Jacques & Steak au Poivre. The wines are French with a good selection from the Rhone Valley, Bordeaux and Champagne with a cocktail list focused on French and local spirits. At Purlieu, we're on the edge of the city, in the heart of the community.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Contemporary French
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 16:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (403) 280-7474
  • Website
    http://purlieubistro.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Jason Armstrong
  • Location
    14-3109 Palliser Dr SW, Calgary, AB T2V 4W5
  • Area
    Calgary
  • Cross Street
    Palliser Dr. SW, Oakfield Dr. SW
  • Parking details
    Free parking all day
  • Public transit
    Public transit in both directions directly in front of the restaurant
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wine

Experiences

  • SEAFOOD WEDNESDAY

    12 Oct 2024 - 28 Dec 2024
    Our classic Bouillabaisse a l'Americaine is full of shellfish, prawns, scallops, artichokes and baby potatoes. It's all simmered in a saffron and pastis tomato broth...rouille buttered baguette on the side! 25$ all night long...you can't make it for less at home:)
    SEAFOOD WEDNESDAY photo

  • STEAK FRITES TUESDAY

    CA$25.00 per person

    12 Oct 2024 - 28 Dec 2024
    Grilled Alberta Sirloin with Maitre d'Hotel butter & hand cut fries. Market green salad to start, all for one low price!
    STEAK FRITES TUESDAY photo

Menu

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What 456 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Calgary

    Best Service

  • Calgary

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Purlieu offers a delightful French dining experience in Calgary, capturing the essence of a Parisian bistro. Guests rave about "excellent service" and "phenomenal food," with dishes like Muscovy Duck breast and Bouillabaisse receiving high praise. Despite its small size, Purlieu provides an intimate, cozy atmosphere. Highly recommended for a memorable meal.

456 Reviews

  1. Philip

    Calgary

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great little French Bistro with great service and incredible food. I shouldn’t be telling anyone how good it is, because before you know it, I won’t be able to get a reservation. Last night was our 3rd visit and it was fantastic. Incredible calamari appetizer and the special lobster spaghetti was sublime. Wifey had the steak au poive and loved it. Keep up the great work but don’t tell anyone!

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  2. Stuart

    Calgary

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely little restaurant! Great food and service in the bistro tradition. Quiet enough, even when full, to have lively conversation over dinner.

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  3. Christine

    VIP

    Calgary

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One ofnour favorite places to eat. Service is great. Food is fabulous. Prices are reasonable. Recommended for a date night.

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  4. Jocelyn

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely, small, quiet space, excellent food, yummy wine. Overall really nice

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  5. Christina

    Calgary

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Service was fantastic. Other patron ruined our appetite so we left feeling very uncomfortable

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  6. Scott

    Calgary

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great upscale French bistro tucked into a suburban strip mall. A real neighbourhood gem.

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  7. Jansen

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A gem in the neighborhood. Great ambiance and great food.

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  8. Sandi

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Super quaint bistro with delicious food! We will definitely be back!

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  9. Christin

    Calgary

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed a wonderful dinner at Purlieu on November 16. The space is small but cozy and well-appointed. The food was delicious. We had the baked brie and escargots for appetizers and the steak au poivre and moules et frites with Provencal sauce for mains. Everything was well cooked and presented beautifully. The servers were also very attentive and friendly. We will definitely be going back.

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  10. Kristyn

    Calgary

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Purlieu is a fabulous place. I've eaten there many times and each has been such a pleasure. I can't recommend this ace enough.

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FAQs

Purlieu offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (403) 280-7474.

Purlieu is rated 4.8 stars by 456 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Purlieu

14-3109 Palliser Dr SW, Calgary, AB T2V 4W5

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Palliser Dr. SW, Oakfield Dr. SW
  • Area
    Calgary
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 16:00–21:00
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Contemporary French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free parking all day
  • Public transit
    Public transit in both directions directly in front of the restaurant
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jason Armstrong
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wine
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