Major Tom Bar
Reviews of Major Tom Bar
from GoogleThe view is worth a 5-star rating. However, the food was a bit of a letdown. We ordered half-sized spaghetti did not finished and it was undercooked with hard noodles and a sour sauce. The duck confit sauce was too sweet. The steak tarts and old fashion were highly recommended though. The service was alright. The manager (she might be the manager or host), who wore a slightly different outfit, was very welcoming and friendly. She even offered us dessert after we mentioned the food didn’t meet our expectations and we’d driven all the way from EDM. We declined because we’d already had a big breakfast. Overall, the high-level view is worth checking out but the food could be improved. The steak might be better.
Major Tom absolutely deserves every bit of praise it gets. This was our second time dining here, and once again the experience was incredible from start to finish. The first time we came was for a date night celebrating my wife’s birthday, and honestly that visit is what set the tone for us wanting to come back. We were overwhelmed by the menu and unsure what to order, but our waiter took so much time walking us through the options. He gave honest recommendations about what he thought we would enjoy, what might not suit our tastes, and what dishes paired best together. We ended up going with several shareable plates, and he even explained the best order to eat everything for the perfect flavour combinations. I really wish I remembered his name because he truly made the night special. More recently, I came back for lunch with some coworkers and had another amazing experience with a different waiter who was just as attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. It’s rare to find a restaurant where the service is consistently this good. The food is absolutely top shelf, the atmosphere is incredible, and the views from the 40th floor make the entire experience even better. Whether it’s a work lunch, a date night, or a special occasion, Major Tom creates the perfect environment for every occasion. Highly recommend this place, the staff alone make it worth visiting, and the food somehow manages to exceed expectations every time.
We had a great time, the food was delicious, we got the bone dry steak and the duck breast, phenomenal! Also got the steak tartare and crab roll, which were great too. The Alaska desert a bit too sweet for me but enjoyed the presentation. The view was amazing, we asked to change our seat for a better view which the super friendly staff did it for us immediately. However, the highlight of the night was our server “Jay”, he was so funny and super professional, he made our anniversary night a special and memorable night. We will never forget the cocktail he suggested for the rest of our life, it was one of the best we have ever had.
Major Tom’s was a great experience from start to finish. The views were stunning, the atmosphere felt special, and the food was excellent. Our table ordered the steak frites, dry‑aged bone‑in striploin, campanelle, and cheesy toast. The fries were perfectly cut, extremely crisp, and well‑seasoned. My colleagues said their steak frites were phenomenal, and my dry‑aged striploin was rich, tender, and cooked exactly right. Caroline provided outstanding service. She was warm, friendly, and full of great suggestions on cuts of meat, dessert, and the menu overall. She even arranged for the team to sign a card for my friends celebrating their anniversary. They were visiting from Winnipeg and felt incredibly welcomed. The only challenge was getting there from the Core. The second and third elevators weren’t working, so navigating up took a bit of trial and error. Thankfully, the first elevator was running smoothly, but the detour wasn’t ideal. Once inside, everything was fantastic. The food, the views, and especially Caroline’s and the team's service made the night memorable. Major Tom’s is absolutely worth the visit.
We stopped at Major Tom Bar in Calgary, and the experience was next level awesome. We loved the place, and the service was super nice. Lotti was the best she made our visit memorable and went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. The food and cocktails were also super nice. Everything we tried was excellent, and the whole atmosphere made the night even better. Overall, we had an amazing time and absolutely loved this place. We’ll definitely be visiting again the next time we come to Calgary.
So this was a surprise from my partner, she got us a table by the windows (40 floors above). Despite the fear of heights its truly beautiful at night with all the lights. Food was great. Everyone was kind. Nothing bad to say, go and experience it for yourself.
We had a dinner on the 24th of October 2026 and it was pretty much 11 of us and Jay. The waiter was pretty sweet and major Tom definitely has a nice viewpoint where you get to see the entire city.
Food is not even that great
The food is a bit heavily seasoned for my taste, but they have hands down the best carrot cake and baked Alaska in Calgary! The view is amazing, especially at night.
I have to thank the entire team for providing such a memorable dining experience. From the warm welcome by the host, to our server and the server assistants throughout the evening, the hospitality was exceptional. The kitchen was equally impressive - it was genuinely one of the best dinners I’ve ever had. We were visiting Calgary to celebrate our engagement and were initially hesitant because we had been looking at restaurants with 4.5+ ratings. We decided to give this place a chance anyway, and I’m so glad we did. We started with the Stuffed Chicken Wings, Potato Donuts, and Major Tots. For our mains, we ordered the Dry-Aged Bone-In Striploin, Roasted Duck Breast, and a half portion of Gnocchi. Every dish was outstanding. The flavours were beautifully balanced, the seasoning was spot on, everything was cooked perfectly, and the presentation was excellent. It’s rare to have a meal where every single dish exceeds expectations, but this one did. Thank you again to everyone who made our celebration so special. We’ll absolutely be back the next time we’re in Calgary.
Overall a decent experience at Major Tom. The drinks were good, but nothing of note. The rigatoni was okay, but underwhelmed after reading several outstanding reviews. The meat in the sauce was slightly dry and bland. The gnocchi and cheese toast was excellent. The carrot side dish was also good. The steaks were well done and tasty. The women’s bathroom was dirty and could use a renovation as well as some updates needed in the main dining area. We had excellent service and our waitress was excellent. A good experience but don’t feel a need to rush back.
About Major Tom Bar
On the 40th floor above downtown Calgary at 700 2 Street SW, Major Tom Bar is an upscale restaurant and bar. Only the Benchmark Angus beef and the chicken dishes are halal, so ask your server about anything else on the menu.
What to order
Diners praise the dry-aged bone-in striploin and the steak frites, served with cheesy toast on the side. The duck breast, crab roll and steak tartare come up often too, and visitors say the servers take their time to walk them through the menu. The steak is the dish to build the meal around, and the Baked Alaska is praised for its presentation.
Before you go
Book ahead and ask for a window table, since the view over the city is the main draw. It suits a date night, a work lunch or a celebration. Parking is free for guests, and the restaurant is wheelchair accessible.
| Saturday | 3–11 p.m. |
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| Sunday | 3–11 p.m. |
| Monday | 11 a.m.–11 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 11 a.m.–11 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 11 a.m.–11 p.m. |
| Thursday | 11 a.m.–11 p.m. |
| Friday | 11 a.m.–11 p.m. |