Either extremely poor management scheduling or everyone just called in sick. There was only 1 guy (not even a bartender to help) for the whole restaurant. We didn't even get a menu for about 30min, there was no QR codes either. We ended up googling the menu ourselves on our phones.It was a Saturday evening which makes it even more surprising.We had a vegan and gluten-free friend though and nothing on the menus accommodated them so we ended up leaving.I would like to reiterate no menu no water for a 30 min wait before leaving.Don't blame the waiter because he was the only person on a Saturday evening. Blame management.
Arrived at 520 to get some food and drinks before the Jim Jeffries show at 7pm. We hoped to sit on the patio because it was 20 and sunny. Patio was closed, everyone inside. We were told to sit anywhere we could - found a spot, took a few minutes for the server to arrive. We ordered a beer and a highball and tried to order a pizza (as it was on special and we saw it was busy so we thought we’d order all at once) but they were out of dough, so we ordered two burgers instead. The drinks came but the highball (vodka and 7) had a piece of dill floating in it and a very strong taste of dill, either the glass wasn’t cleaned or was mixed with a used spoon - not sure. Server didn’t return and served tables around us but didn’t come back even once the beer was finished. We went up and ordered another drink at the bar. To emphasize the strange atmosphere, one of the servers, or a customer, not sure who, threw an empty pitcher on the ground at the bar (seemed like the servers were overwhelmed with the rush and we’re getting angry) Burgers came at 620 and were cooked, but cold and seemed like they’d been sitting in the kitchen for a while - we ate quickly and got the bill just in time to leave to the show. Thankfully the messed up highball wasn’t on the bill, but the whole experience was not awesome. Probably never coming back.
I would of liked to be able to comment on the food, drinks and service but unfortunately we were turned away at 5:20pm on a SATURDAY as it was apparently “all full” even though there were multiple empty tables and spots at the bar. My partner asked if we could wait and have beers until we were able to order food and still were told to leave due to “no staff”. Very weird for so early the weekend…
Highly recommend coming here to chill and hang out! Food is excellent, quick and great service!! Shoutout to Daniel for the incredible experience!! Me and my team definitely enjoyed our team dinner, and spend 2hours playing arcade and pool for only $20 ??Thank you!
If you and your friends are looking for a new pub to call your "spot", I highly suggest making your way to Loco Lou's! This bar has been a staple of 16th Ave for over 20 years. The new ownership has really taken this bar to a new level. By adding the Arcade games and even encouraging customers to beat the GM's high score on Basketball, I've never felt more welcomed to an establishment! Great service from all staff. Will definitely be heading again soon!
We had so much fun there last night! Jas was so awesome and took great care of us! We had a pretty big group but the service was still very fast. Thank you so much!!
Food was good and service was great. It's a busy place but the energy is fun. The only downside to the location is the lack of parking.
Quality food and good prices and friendly people
Wow!! The best service and a great atmosphere!!! Manger Gary was amazing and friendly. Lizzy was a great serve as well as Saige!! Best night ever!!
Fantastic service EVERYTIME. The owner is wonderful and amazing competition when it comes to the basketball game, the basketball game is by far my favorite version of this arcade game and their football game is cared for much better than at the other calgary chain arcade bar! Definitely a fun place to go on date night!