General info about The 56 Restaurant & Lounge

The restaurant and lounge at the The Thorncliffe Greenview Community Association, The 56 is the type of place where you might run into a friend you knew from the neighbourhood years ago or one you made just last week. We’re a hub and a hangout for the local and the newcomer alike.

The 56 is a full-service restaurant and lounge where you can order from our comprehensive menu, or catch up over a cocktail or a coffee. Enjoy our family-friendly atmosphere, community spirit, great prices, good eats, and a variety of options for entertainment.

The capacity of the room is 147, there are 8 televisions with the evening’s best games on, and we’ve got great billiard entertainment options, too. There’s also a jukebox with all your favourites on it!

Check out our awesome specials and great menu on the menus page linked above.

Book your event at The 56! We can accommodate many varieties of events at the restaurant. For more information, please email restaurant manager, Wendy Worth, w.worth@tgcacalgary.com The 56 has the capacity to facilitate up to 100 members and guests for corporate or social events and operates at the leisure of its members. As such, the facility must remain open to the membership and is unable to close for private events.

recreation & entertainment

Darts – 6 dart boards in our well-lit billiards area. Ask the bartender for complimentary darts.

Pool – There are 2 pay tables with cues for $1 per game.

8 big screen TVs – There’s always a game on so if you’ve got a game in mind we can put it on one of our 8 screens.

Live Barn – This service is a live feed of what’s currently going on in the Forbes Innes Arena, ask the bartender if you can view it, or how you can view highlights of your game! Great for kids’ practices, if you want to grab some dinner while you watch.

Bowling – 4 lanes of 5-pin bowling. Great for parties, you can now book online.

Racquetball – 4 current well-maintained courts adjacent to The 56. Inquire with the bartender or book online.

Wallyball – This sport is played in the racquetball courts and is a version of volleyball played with a smaller ball on the walls of the courts. To rent a court and a ball, inquire with the bartender or book online.

Disc Golf – We have disc golf rentals for $5.25. Perfect for playing in the expansive green space east of the centre. Inquire with the bartender.

Please note: equipment rentals may require that you leave an Alberta issued ID or credit card with the bartender.

Google reviews of The TGCA and The 56

    
 
 
        
   Jason Waller 
 
 
 
  Really good food and prices in the lounge downstairs.
  
 
       
   Charles Nelson 
 
 
 
  All good.
  
 
       
   Jason Moore 
 
 
 
  Such a special perk to our neighborhood! Bowling was fantastic! And the staff were very friendly, helpful and awesome!
  
 
       
   Iro Eusse 
 
 
 
  The Christmas party is a hit! We have been attending for more than 5 years. It is a great time to dance with the kids and enjoy a Christmas dinner. It is lovely. I can't recommend this time more.

You have to buy tickets in advence.
  
 
       
   Dwayne Barger 
 
 
 
  Nice place to hang out has bowling  billiards darts. Great food.
  
 
  
  
 
 
   Google rating score: 4.3 of 5, based on 779 reviews

Watch the arena, live!

All the action that’s taking place in the Forbes Innes Arena is now broadcast at the 56, LIVE! So, come by during practice and have bite and a pint!

Want to watch the games or practices that take place in this arena on your device or home computer? Now you can!

Use the TGCA code for 10% off of your subscription for the Forbes Innes Arena: 4f3a-0e24

Subscribe to Live Barn, the worldwide arena broadcasting service, at www.livebarn.com and make sure to use the TGCA code to access the events, games and practices happening at the Forbes Innes arena.

Location, Hours, Contact

The 56 is located on the south side of the centre, with its own dedicated entrance just below the seniors’ centre. You can also reach it through the main building east stairs, and the elevator.

Phone: 403-274-5574

The TGCA Food & Beverage Manager is Wendy Worth, w.worth@tgcacalgary.com

For reservations/events/catering email Wendy Worth at the address above.

Hours of Operation

Monday – Thursday, 11 am – 11 pm

Friday & Saturday, 11 am – 12 am TGCA

FACILITY CLOSURE: the TGCA facility is scheduled to be closed on Wednesday, May 1, 8 am – 4 pm due to power infrastructure construction in the area. If you have any questions, please call 403-274-6840.

Accessibility

Those with limited mobility can access The 56 with the ramp at the southwest Main Lobby entrance of the TGCA and then use the elevator to access the bowling alley and the restaurant.

Seniors’ Discount:

10% off all regularly priced food items, everyday!

We’ve got a great kid’s menu! every meal is just $8.50 and includes a cookie!