Lovely place! Definitely one of the more unique speakeasies I've been to and was certainly…read moreimpressed. I'd recommend making a reservation beforehand. My boyfriend and I attended when they were having their burlesque show and it was so much fun! I wasn't sure what to expect but the dancers and the music definitely kept us entertained. The food and the drinks were amazing as well as their service. I'll certainly return!

This place was great to work. In my industry experience, one of the best places that I've worked…read more It's been awhile where I can say "I genuinely loved working at Betty Lou's. For the owner, I can't say the same He has asked me "so, how can we can we improve at Betty Lou's". No matter what you say, it doesn't really matter. The owner seems to weaponize feedback, which is completely toxic. Sure, you're the owner, absolute respect to you for making this fair in this industry, it's accomplishment. However、please do not ask serving or bartending staff if you don't want genuine feedback. The owner will act against you. We requested one time that Blaine (the owner) does not come on floor if he's had more than two drinks and if he's not dressed in proper uniform. As an owner, sure, to some extent that's fine. But when you threaten a server, who is still new, you will fire them based off how long you're doing menu tours is not acceptable. If you didn't know, menu tours are just running through the drinks and food, which can take a considerable amount of time when you are busy. Now imagine the owner is so disconnected from the reality of the service, is also five drinks deep in the office. The owner will award you back off a few good days, but if you have one review where a customer believes you didn't believe you delivered "a personable experience" you're done. Now, that seems rough, but imagine an owner who values complete bullshit over actual truth. But I mean hey, would I work an environment where the owner can flip a switch, absolutely. It doesn't matter So hey, if you get hired at Betty Lou's, got bless you You can have a good few days, but ultimately, it doesn't matter. There is no HR, no general manger, you know why? They've left, to better and more complete opportunities that Betty Lou's cannot offer. If you're looking for any place to work, please, reconsider Betty Lou's. If you're looking for a place to drink, please reconsider Betty Lou's

cheese + chips was 12/10 - may have been a bit tipsy and snackish but it was soooo good if I…read moreremember correctly! And good price! Harvest Hills 12/10. So smooth, such a great drink. Every time we come into town we stop here!

Shelter is one of my favourite speakeasy bars in Calgary, along with Betty Lou's Library. I brought…read morea work crush here on a date back in 2018, and it was romantic. I remember the drinks were excellent and the vibe was impeccable. Although that romance didn't go anywhere, she bought me an iced coffee the next day at work.

The service and food were exceptional . They were able to…read moreaccommodate allergies and were very gracious

Visited on a Thursday night with a friend around 7pm, bar was pretty busy but we were quickly…read moreseated upon arrival. Drinks: Cucumber Salad - fantastic, slightly tart with refreshing cucumber, perfectly balanced, with a touch of savoriness from the sesame oil, loved this drink Staycation - sweet, creamy with notes of pineapple, coconut and rum, really rich but delicious if you like a sweeter cocktail Food: Banh Xeo - so good, super crispy crepe, filled with shrimp, pork and bean sprouts, we made little lettuce wraps and dipped it in the fish sauce Lemongrass chicken - comforting and delicious, chicken was well seasoned, tender and juicy served with rice and veggies, really enjoyed the staff meal Passion fruit coconut cookies ice cream sandwich - sweet but tasty, coconut cookies had a nice chew and a great texture, passion fruit ice cream was creamy and rich with mild passion fruit flavor, decadent dessert Service was great, friendly and welcoming. Water was refilled throughout our meal and pacing was solid. Overall love our visit to paper lantern, great food and drinks with a nice variety of options! Definitely worth a visit to this fun Vietnamese speakeasy.

Cozy atmosphere Love they jazz nights…read moreGreat cocktails selection Comfy coaches- perfect for a date night Wondering service

Prohibition was such a fun experience…read more This is a great bar to come to when you want something lively and memorable. The music sets the tone, the crowd is clearly there to have a good time, and the drinks are creative and whimsical. The décor is spot on, and the moody atmosphere really makes you feel like you have stepped back into the 1920s. Our server was attentive and friendly throughout the night. We ordered four drinks, and each one came out with its own playful presentation that matched the cocktail perfectly. We asked to substitute the alcohol in one drink, and it ended up being especially enjoyable and festive for the holiday season. One standout moment was when a drink arrived in a gas pump and the server actually squeezed the handle to pour it into my glass tableside. It was such a fun and unexpected touch. They also offer live music, though unfortunately we were not there on a night with a performance. That just gives me another reason to come back. Overall, this is absolutely worth checking out for the experience alone.

Ambiance: Speakeasy style bar & lounge with an emphasis on champagne & absinthe. Dark & romantic…read morespot for a date night or post-dinner drinks with friends. We enjoyed the DJ and the staff is super friendly and accommodating. The caviar chips are an amazing deal at $5 each and made for a unique tasting experience. Highly recommend the black hummus paired with the truffle martini. As a craft cocktail lover who considers themselves well-traveled, I'm not exaggerating when I say this might be the most unique cocktail menu I've ever seen! Truly a menu of one-of-a-kind cocktails with unique flavors & creative twists. A must visit for anyone wanting a unique drinking experience. Loved everything about this lounge!

Was recommended this place by numerous people while out for dinner. Prices of cocktails are a lot…read morehigher than other surrounding bars. The drinks were good but there is not shazammmm to them. My waitress was not all that and rarely checked in. I paid a pretty penny and had about 6 drinks total until I had enough from the service. The waitress didn't know the menu and wasn't able to give any recommendations. They had some good drinks, but they were not drop on the floor omg delicious. I will say the most interesting drink they had was the dill with popcorn. Note, you can ask for more popcorn! It is made fresh daily.

Lovely patio, tasty coffee, and very good food! Had to modify something to make it vegetarian, but…read moreit was doable and they subbed in a tomato for the sausage :) would definitely come back!

Came on a weekday night so it wasn't too busy. Bottom line was the drink was good, the service was…read morefabulous, and the chips were totally forgettable. Got the Jungle Bird (like many others on Yelp it seems) and thought it was pretty tasty. Can't go wrong with pineapple. The bar chips we ordered tasted like they came straight out of a bag, so nothing to write home about there. The bartender was exceptionally friendly and told us about his travels throughout Canada and the world. Always cool when you get a chance to speak with people with different experiences than your own. The setting itself is awesome--who wouldn't want to drink in the back of a barber shop? I'd have no issue coming back next time I'm in Calgary.

wow. this was a highlight of our time in Calgary. Through the curtains of a pizza shop is the…read morecoolest, vibey wine bar. The server was incredible and recommended us a great wine (orange!). Paired with mussels was perfect.

Best cocktails in Calgary! The atmosphere is amazing and the people working are super friendly.read more

Management at this bar is awful. We made a reservation months in advance only to be told when we…read morearrived at the bar that our reservation didn't exist. When we talked to one of the guys at the door, he advised us that what happened to us was "just Jordan" who is the manager who "confirmed" our reservation beforehand. Once we got inside - after waiting in line - we found a server and explained what happened with our plans. She said "this happens all the time" - meaning, the manager by the name of Jordan pretends to make reservations only to not actually make them and have people show up to nothing. Thankfully, the server we dealt with allowed us to take an available table (after we were told it was fully booked). Moral of the story is that the servers we dealt with were awesome - one of the doormen were rude and dismissive. The bar manager by the name of Jordan was absolutely atrocious. If you're planning ahead of time - don't trust this bar or management who allegedly try to help you. We won't be back.

this horrible place expects you to show up in clothes their 18 year old door kid approves. I'm…read morepushing 40 and your dress code means f*** all to me when I've paid for ticket. I was told by this child I wouldn't be granted access until I went home and change...which I did and that was another cab ride...that's outlandish so when I got back I went to another bar across the street to drink somewhere that gave me respect before the show...they found out about that and made me take my review down for a couple beers...nah that's horrible...this place is absolutely garbage and until they get their heads out of their ass about what people can wear to their precious little club (which is overpriced and not worth it) they can have a bad review...don't go to this garbage venue