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

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 was my first time at unfiltered. The staff were knowledgeable and attentive, props to whoever…read morewas working they were playing all the early 2000s throwbacks. The interior of the restaurant was tastefully decorated but I felt it lacked seating that would make we want to stay longer and help create the cozy ambiance they were going for. The wine menu was extensive, reasonably priced and I loved you could do a flight and try several different wines. The food on the menu was limited and is more charcuterie style, this was done intentionally by the bar so you could experience the full aroma of the wines.

It's always a good time during their happy hour with 1/2 off meats! I highly recommend. Good vibes,…read morefood and deals. Rating: Food 5/5 Price 5/5 Service 5/5 Atmosphere 5/5 Parking: Street parking Would I return? Yes

We are from a Texas and decided to give this a go. The food was great! We loved the brisket and the…read moresauce! I would definitely recommend giving this place a try, add in a great atmosphere and attentive staff and you've got the makings for a great outing.

I can't say enough about Porch! Such good food, and the ambiance is stunning. Especially for a nice…read moredinner with friends or if you're trying to impress a date. Their salmon was fantastic. I'm always scared it's going to be overcooked, because at many restaurants the fish usually is, but this was perfectly grilled and well seasoned. The bed of veggies underneath had a really nice, subtle flavor that complemented the fish without overpowering it. I also ordered their banana cocktail, which honestly surprised me. I didn't think I would ever like banana in a cocktail, but it was absolute heaven. Smooth, balanced, and not overly sweet. One of those drinks you think about ordering again halfway through. For food, I also had the braised short ribs, and they were excellent. Super tender, rich, and full of flavor. Definitely one of those comforting dishes that still feels elevated and well executed. The decor deserves its own mention. The space is warm, stylish, and thoughtfully designed, and there's an actual live tree inside the restaurant, which is such a cool touch. You can already tell this place must be incredible in the summer when everything is open and lively. Overall, Porch delivers on food, drinks, and atmosphere. Easily a spot I'd come back to, whether for dinner, drinks, or a special night out.

We were originally going to another brunch spot but they were way too busy so we looked up more…read moreoptions on Yelp and came across Porch. We saw they were going to open at 11am, and decided to try our luck by getting there right at opening since we didn't have a reservation. We got lucky and got seated right away! - PARKING - Street parking, make sure you take note of how long you paid for! - SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT - The ambiance inside is so nice and airy, with greenery and natural light shining through. There's also a super cute swing area next to the bar area that you can sit. I really liked the overall interior design! The staff was very attentive for our large party throughout our meal. There are bathrooms downstairs as well. - FOOD - Bacon Jam Benedict ($20.00): Loved the flavor combination in this! The sweet savory maple bacon jam worked so well! We upgraded to the fried potatoes ($4.00) and they were pretty tasty. Carrot Cake French Toast ($24.00): We got one to share with the table, and I'm glad we didn't commit because it was just OK to me. I wish there was more mascarpone filling, and also a different sauce than chocolate because it didn't pair well for me. Winter Nights ($19.00): We wanted to get some greens in and chose this salad. I enjoyed the mix of greens and also the fennel salami which gave a salty bite! Truffle Parm Fries ($13.00): We also got this to share with the table and you can't go wrong with these! - OVERALL - Great brunch option if you have a small or large group! Really nice airy ambiance for a nice start to your day.

Came here with the family on a Sunday night after shopping all day. On this day it was happy hour…read moreall day. We ordered mini blarney chips and calamari to start while we took a look at the menu. The chips and calamari were both really good. Who doesn't like melted cheese on waffle fries. For mains, we ordered fion burger, penne ale, shepherd's pie, and fish and chips. Everything came out quickly and was super yummy. Service was great. Food came out fast. Everything tasted great. Will definitely come back.

The music was live, and not too loud. The server had bounce in her step and a quick smile that…read morematched her wit. The food was great and came just in time - hot and tasty. I had the Steak Stew with mashed potatoes - so tempting my review photo has a bite out of it (sorry!). The Fish 'n Chips was also a hit. Don't forget the Guinness to wash it all down. #1 Irish Pub in Calgary! Upside: - live music - great food - awesome servers - decor for days! - portion sizes are perfect Downside: - parking is tough

Fun and safe atmosphere, great pub food, like yorkies. Good service…read more Parking close is near impossible unless you're super lucky...if you're willing to walk a few blocks, you'll find a space...parking in Kensington has been this way since the beginning of time.

Patio is cute but small and dog friendly. Servers are all really nice. Loved the selection of Irish…read morebeers.

This is the best pub in the city! I've been coming here for about 2 years now! The food, the…read moreservice is just fantastic!! I wish they kept the christmas lights up year round but aside from that the ambiance is amazing. I've tried most of the dishes on the menu and have never been disappointed. All the appys are so good and the best part of the whole experience is the waitresses. They are some of the nicest ladies i have ever met in my life. They bring you another pop without you having to ask and there's never a moment where you don't have something that you need! I would recommend this place time and time again!

There was an event going on in Kensington today so things were a little chaotic but this was pretty…read moreextra. We had our dog so knew we could only be on the patio. There were signs everywhere saying to check in at the front for a seat so I left everyone with the dogs and went inside...nobody was there. Another person asked the bartender if it was seat yourself and was told yes so we went to look around and found a nice shady spot that apparently wasn't in service? Thankfully our server let us stay, especially since we were just having a drink.

It's a cheap club with high prices. Expensive beer, mold in the food…read more The service is good, but nothing special.

Nice people but that's not enough…read more Food was tolerable but not value for what it was worth. Generally prices were higher than they should be for the quality they were. Seating and ambience was that of a dungeon. Place was cold and inhospitable, much like an Orc with irritable bowel syndrome. If you're here it's an accident, even if you came on purpose. Just like after prom.