Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Calgary-Airport, AB

Yep, it really does look like a garage, except it's hipper and cleaner, thank goodness! The place sports lots of metal...

Yep, it really does look like a garage, except it's hipper and cleaner, thank goodness! The place sports lots of metal accents, along with paraphernalia relating to cars, motorcycles, and mechanics. It also has a ton of pool tables for those who like their game and, perhaps, some friendly wagering. A large bar serves up libations of all sorts, ensuring that no one goes away thirsty. You'll also find an array of TVs tuned in to whatever's most interesting. Young professionals comprise the bulk of the clientele, and the club happily accommodates their private parties and events.

Hours: Sun-Thu 11am-Midnight; Fri-Sat 11am-1am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Diner's Club

DOWNTOWN/EAU CLAIRE. This stylish venue has attracted quite a following since its inception. Just off Stephen Avenue,...

DOWNTOWN/EAU CLAIRE. This stylish venue has attracted quite a following since its inception. Just off Stephen Avenue, Murietta's refurbished building boasts high ceilings, exposed brick, and hip furnishings. The establishment is both bar and restaurant. If you choose to dine, the menu includes Australian rack of lamb, roast chicken, osso bucco, bouillabaisse, fresh fish, and a variety of pastas. If you simply want to socialize and drink, the fashionable lounge area has bar seating, upholstered groupings, and table seating with views out onto the street. It's a popular place in the evening, especially with the professional crowd, and is great on its own or as a before- or after-dinner hangout.

Hours: Mon-Tue 11am-11pm; Wed-Thu 11am-Midnight; Fri-Sat 11am-1am; Sun 4pm-10pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Diner's Club

AIRPORT - YYC. An industrial coffeehouse feel characterizes this venue, which is bathed in caramel, purple, and sage....

AIRPORT - YYC. An industrial coffeehouse feel characterizes this venue, which is bathed in caramel, purple, and sage. Expressive canvases line the walls, while muslin lines the windows. Tables look out over the front terrace and the street, while upholstered sofas congregate around the back wall, inviting loungers to kick back and sink in. Patrons have a full bar at their disposal, although the martini menu ­ all 140 selections ­ easily monopolizes their attention. The menu is etched on slabs of sheet metal and includes pastas, pizzas, salads, and an array of international appetizers. The place gets busy in the evenings as patrons file in to drink, to talk, to listen to music, and to revel in the tendency toward inactivity. It's a relaxing way to decompress.

Hours: Tue-Wed 11:30am-1am; Thu-Fri 11:30am-2am; Sat 5:30pm-2am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Diner's Club

AIRPORT - YYC. Sunken below street level, this intimate lounge invites conversation and discussion in its subdued space....

AIRPORT - YYC. Sunken below street level, this intimate lounge invites conversation and discussion in its subdued space. Boasting vivid red walls, the club is a sophisticated, fashionable destination if you don't want to be bombarded by throbbing music and drunken teens. The drinks menu concentrates on martinis of all formulations; the ingredients that comprise each one give hints as to its name. For example, the Mother Teresa boasts Bombay gin, named after the Indian city. Other concoctions are named for Napoleon, Ghandi, and Buddha. If you find yourself with an appetite, a menu of innovative items is available as well. Ideal for late-night philosophical exploration.

Hours: Daily 4pm-2am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Diner's Club

AIRPORT - YYC. Although California is miles away, a little taste of it can be had at this trendy restaurant. Known for...

AIRPORT - YYC. Although California is miles away, a little taste of it can be had at this trendy restaurant. Known for its designer pizzas and flatbread sandwiches, the eatery attracts diners who want to munch on entrees that feature fresh ingredients and don't seem so heavy. Among their offerings, you'll find a tasty salmon salad, grilled chicken, and more. The place is also good for drinks, and you can sip a cold beverage while you watch patrons posture along the sidelines. The social scene is big here, obviously, although you can also watch sports events or trivia competitions on the TVs. Head over after work, or meet friends later on in the evening. The crowds are beautiful; the drinks, well-mixed.

Hours: Mon-Fri 11am-2am; Sat-Sun 10am-2am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Diner's Club