Well being in a landlocked city, our selection of quality seafood restaurants are rather limited.
Before we begin, there are actually two parts to Catch. One being the Oyster bar on the main floor (which I am reviewing) and the other being the more formal dining room upstairs. I haven't been upstairs in quite a while so I don't think it will be fair for me to review until I visit again.
The ambience in the oyster bar is very casual mimicking the dock side restaurants one would discover at costal cities around North America with nautical and maritime decorations surrounding an open kitchen. There's a mix of booths, pub and normal tables, and bar seating available with a couple of televisions strategically placed around the bar area. The restaurant is attached to the Hyatt hotel so you will find a fair number of travellers on a given night.
Service wise, the staff is fantastic in many ways being attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. Don't have much to add about that.
Food - this is the important part isn't it? Fan of oysters will find a selection of 6-10 types from both the east and west coast though I personally prefer the eastern variety. If you are unsure what to order, speak to your server and they will guide you through the difference and make suggestions. Oysters are served shucked on an iced fill platter accompanied by a trio of sauces (names escape my mind at this moment but I will find out).
Beside oysters, Catch reels in some of the best tasting seafood in Calgary using simple yet complimentary flavours. You will find anything from Digby scallops, Mahi Mahi, BC Salmon, Sword Fish, to a beer battered Fish & Chips all prepared in the open kitchen.
Other Comments:
Wine selection is on par but somewhat on the pricey side for a comparable bottle at other restaurants.
Dessert menu changes frequently and is recommended!
Look for updates as I tend to visit Catch regularly.