Over the course of my Calgary life, I've been to The Palomino on a variety of occasions. The first was a couple of years ago for a some lunch before a little Lunchbox Theatre. In previous years I've also attended Stampede parties here, and in recent days... a couple of live shows.
As soon as you walk in the door, you'll be hit with the smell of The Palomino. The whole place smells smokey, it is a smokehouse after all. But it permeates throughout the building... even into the basement. Speaking of the basement, if you want a taste of the local indie music scene, you'll want to head here. Tonight I was there for the CD release party for the Outlaws of Ravenhurst. Playing with them were Thwomp (thank goodness they have an m!) and Bell Tower. If you'd like to still be able to hear your kids speak in 10 years, bring yourself some ear plugs. It gets loud. But the space works and you can have a decent vantage point of the stage from most angles. They also serve all beer downstairs that they do upstairs... now if anyone asks when you're there, you'll know!
I think my fave part of The Palomino is the patio in the back. It's fully enclosed and makes for a great private party.
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