Why Locals Love Around The Bend
Around The Bend is a charming gem nestled in Calgary’s vibrant SE district, offering a unique twist on classic comfort food with a specialty in handcrafted pretzel-based menus and hearty sandwiches. This local restaurant and caterer expertly combines fresh, high-quality ingredients with inventive culinary flair, making each visit a delightful journey for your taste buds.
At the heart of Around The Bend’s menu are their delicious pretzel offerings—both savory and sweet—that stand out for being made entirely from scratch. Whether you try the Savoury Three Cheese Pretzel or treat yourself to a sweet Cinnamon Pretzel paired with one of the house-made dipping sauces, each bite is a celebration of texture and flavor. Customers frequently praise the freshness and generous portions, appreciating how the pretzel bread adds a delightful chewiness that elevates every dish.
For sandwich aficionados, the options to Design Your Own Sandwich are a definite highlight. Choose from regular or premium meats, and customize your creation with an array of fresh toppings and sauces. Favorites like the Steak Frites Twist and the Cubano Twist have earned enthusiastic recommendations, with succulent, flavorful fillings and perfectly baked buns that envelop each sandwich in soft, satisfying warmth. These sandwiches are rich, comforting, and offer a perfect balance of robust tastes that linger deliciously on the palate.
The sides are just as tempting, from fresh Potato Crisps in various sizes to comforting bowls of Chicken Noodle Soup or Beef Vegetable Soup—ideal accompaniments that round out a meal with homey warmth. And don’t miss their popular Pretzel Bites, available salted and perfect for sharing, making for a great snack or appetizer.
The dining atmosphere at Around The Bend feels welcoming and relaxed, enhanced by the friendly, hands-on owner Rob, whose passion for quality and customer experience shines through in every interaction. It’s a perfect spot for a casual lunch or quick bite where you can savor thoughtfully prepared food and genuine hospitality.
Customers repeatedly express their delight in discovering this local treasure. “Food quality is really good,” says one diner, emphasizing the freshness and tasty ingredients. Another raves about the Steak Frite Twist and the delicious Cherry Lime milkshake, giving it a 10/10 recommendation. The sense of authenticity and community around the spot, paired with great value, makes it a place customers look forward to returning to time and again.
If you are seeking a place where traditional comfort food gets a creative makeover—where pretzels, soups, and handcrafted sandwiches come together in a warm, inviting setting—Around The Bend should be at the top of your Calgary list. Its blend of hearty dishes, fresh ingredients, and thoughtful service makes every meal here a satisfying experience that feels both special and familiar.
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What Makes This Place Friendly
- Kerbside pickup
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- On-site services
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Vegetarian options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Gender-neutral toilets
- Toilet
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Family friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safe space
- University students
- Accepts reservations
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking
Real Reviews from the Community
- Mar 14, 2026
Food quality is really good. Ordered the Steak Frites Twist and Cubano Twist shared with my colleague we both love Steak Frites. Bun is fresh all the ingredients are tasty. We will definitely come back.
- Mar 10, 2026
Just ordered from Around the Bend and had the best sandwich I have had in a long time. So tasty! Ordered the Steak Frite Twist and will definitely order it again. Also ordered a Cherry-Lime milkshake and it's delicious!! 10/10 highly recommend Around the Bend!!
- Feb 17, 2026
Super fresh pretzels—you can tell they’re made from scratch. The taste is amazing, and the portions are generous for the price. The owner is friendly and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. I just wish they were closer to me so I could come by more often! Highly recommend.
- Feb 7, 2026
Great find for a local sandwich shop! The owner Rob is friendly and knows his products very well. Tons of the ingredients are made in house and the pretzel bread was delicious. Cubano sandwich was amazing, the chips was a huge portion (family size) - great value for the money. Preztel bites also delicious - well worth stopping in!
- Jan 5, 2026
Ordered the Greek Twist, Philly Beef Dip pretzel sandwiches and a sweet pretzel today. We thought that the food was good but the dip with the Philly Beef Dip was extremely salty and the sweet pretzel was a bit crunchy. The chairs still had fingerprints and crumbs from the previous customer but the food and service made up for that. The prices are reasonable for a small restaurant such as this one and the restaurant has a decent location. Will have to come back to try some of their other pretzel sandwiches!
- Dec 14, 2025
I went to Around the Bend for lunch today. I ordered the Greek pretzel sandwich. Omg! It was delicious. It had grilled chicken, tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce, onion, feta cheese and tzatziki on a pretzel bun. All the ingredients were fresh and delicious. The service was excellent. I was served right away and my food was delivered to my table after it was made. I will definitely be back.
- Dec 3, 2025
Around the Bend is such a gem! The customer service was absolutely impeccable — the person at the till greeted us with such a big smile and took the time to walk us through the menu, which was super helpful. We ordered the steak frites sandwich and the pretzel bites with vanilla cream cheese, and both were incredible. Everything tasted fresh, flavourful, and made with care. The atmosphere is fun and colourful, and the pretzel buns really make their sandwiches stand out. I’ll definitely be coming back again with friends — highly recommend!
- Nov 27, 2025
Now thats a good sandwich! I got the northern twist to go but it was a really hard decision considering all the other good options I wanted to try. Quality ingredients blended to get her perfectly, especially the fried egg and caramelized onion! The star of the show was definitely the bread! A nice pretzel bun that was seasoned itself and was crunch and soft in all the right places. The only issue I had was that the sandwich got a little soggy near the bottom but that’s mainly because of the moisture in the take out box. Nonetheless a great sandwich!
