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KLEIN / HARRIS is an independent restaurant concept, inspired from the diverse bounty that Canada has to offer. Located in downtown Calgary on Stephen Avenue, KLEIN / HARRIS highlights the stories of passionate Canadian producers with the use of exceptional products and ingredients. Working with a long list of national heroes that make True North Cuisine possible, Executive Chef James Waters focuses on distinct coast-to-coast Canadiana dishes; a culinary journey that begins in the West to eventually end on the East Coast, highlighting ingredients like wild seasonal mushrooms from British Columbia and fresh notable oysters from The Maritimes.
Partner and cocktail curator Christina Mah offers an elevated libation program that features both tried and true Canadian creations like the Tiki No.99 made with distilled Wayne Gretzky Red Cask Whiskey & B.C. Rootbeer Bittered Sling Extracts alongside venerable classics like The Vancouver circa 1950. Both partners take an honest and humble approach to what they do best, fuelled by a shared passion for what authentic Canadian ingredients and techniques have to offer.
We look forward to your visit,
- the K / H team
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K L E I N = small
H A R R I S = ruler of discovery
Translation / discovering life’s small joys together
In 1885, the foundations of the original building on this site were laid, establishing it as Rogers & Grant Hardware, a landmark in the burgeoning city. A few years later, in 1889, James H. Ashdown acquired the establishment, having moved his operations from Winnipeg. Under his ownership, the store was rebranded as Ashdown Hardware Co. and flourished for an impressive 65 years, spanning from 1906 to 1971.
Today, KLEIN / HARRIS proudly occupies the main floor of this historic three-story building. The walls of the establishment are adorned with sandstone sourced from Calgary's illustrious sandstone period, an era that solidified the city's reputation as "The Sandstone City." This rich history breathes life into the space, adding to its charm and character.
Executive Chef / James Waters
Creative Director / Christina Mah
