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    Scotsman's Well Pub

    3.5 (59 reviews)
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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    The Scot.
    Scott L.

    Saturday evening: What to do? Are you an Anglophile? Were you born between 1935 and 1993? Then go to the pub: Large Booths, broken up into individually cozy themed areas that effectively give the illusion that you are in a small local public house. I sat at the large bar area faintly lighted by a beautiful chandelier. There's also a patio area for good weather, and TV's throughout, but, typical of any establishment in Canada, all on the same hockey game. Friendly, efficient service at the bar soon had a remarkably expensive Guinness $10 CAD in front of me. Perhaps punishment for ordering Irish beer? Pain continued after the Saturday night, 7oz sirloin steak "special" at $14.00 arrived. Ordered medium rare, it was cooked perfectly, but "sirloin" covers a wide spectrum of steak quality. The Scotsman's must be at the extreme lowest end. TOUGH AND FLAVORLESS as shoe leather!!! My side of sautéed vegetables was a careless combination: Huge slices of green and red peppers surrounding a raw carrot. Caesar salad arrived with a lemon wedge? Dressing? I'll return, but not for the food.

    Garbage in my basket of chicken wings

    I got served GARBAGE in my food and the server wasn't even apologetic. This photo is from Sept 4th 2019 so this review is a long time coming (lost my phone shortly after and was going through the cloud and saw this). The server was horrible from the start (I have had her "serve" me before that summer on the patio and she's disengaged and standoffish). Usually when I go we have 2 truly magnificent servers we regularly get service from (that's why this review gets 2 stars). After 2 experiences with this server and having GARBAGE served to me in my food I will not return. She was unapologetic and upset that we had notified our regular server about the garbage (our "server" was no where to be found after she dropped off the food). The "server" dropped off the new wings without so much of a pause in her step. Yup you bet she charged us for the wings too.

    the outside of the building
    Lindsay K.

    This place is kind of interesting tucked away in the corner of a strip mall in Kincora. I would have never gone to this place if one of my friends didn't go there often. Boy, was I happy they suggested it. The place is extremely large and has tons of seating, both booth and table. The ceilings are high which means you don't have that cramped, caved-in feeling. The bar is conveniently located so that it's never too far of a walk. The prices at Scotsman's Well are pretty much what I expected. It's the typical pub prices for food and drinks, but with specials on different nights. I wouldn't say that it was a super awesome deal, but I also wouldn't go as far as to say we were being ripped off. It was just right. Another great thing about this place is the pool tables. They have a couple so that a few different groups can enjoy a game at the same time. There are TV's around the place playing whichever sports game is on at the time. I never really care, but it's nice to have something to direct your attention to when there's a lull in the conversation. If this place weren't so far away from me and everywhere I usually go, I think it could become a favourite new pub. Sadly, it's a little too much in the boonies for me to enjoy on a regular basis.

    Scottish Mussels with garlic, white wine, butter, rose sauce, sourdough crostinis
    Queenie M.

    Review #2 of Yelp's 30 Day Challenge 2012. Food: 2/5 Service: 1/5 Ambiance: 3/5 Overall experience: 2/5 (1- Terrible; 3- decent; 5- Fantastic) Scotsman's Well Pub is like any other European-esque watering hole you will find in Calgary. I thought the place was drab, but it was still bustling as people sipped on their beers whilst watching sports highlights or playing pool in the back corner. The bar is very spacious and can accommodate for large group parties. Their domestic and premium draft beer selection is what you would typically find at a bar and is fairly pricey at about $6.50 for a pint. One highlight is that they have drink specials everyday with happy hour pricing all night long. The menu consists of your typical pub fair such as nachos and wings; sandwiches and pastas at around $15/dish; entrees like steak and ribs; and expensive thick crust pizzas starting at ~$12 for an 8inch. I do appreciate their "Chef's Feature" section with homemade feature dishes. I ordered their: - Scottish Mussels starter with garlic, white wine, butter, rose sauce, and sourdough crostinis ($12). There were a lot of mussels, but they were fairly small, slightly overcooked and grimy. The sauce was really salty and the crostinis were rock solid. - My friend ordered their 7oz Sirloin ($16) which came with a choice of two sides (soup, salad, fries, mashed potatoes, or vegetables). There was a mound of mashed potatoes, but the accompanying cream of chicken soup was so watered down it was like drinking coffee creamer. We both found his steak to be mediocre. - For something filling, I suggest a burger ($12.50-$15) which comes with a thick patty or a large pizza to share with a few people. If you're a real meat-lover I recommend getting the "Lover of Meat" pizza ($15.50/8in ; $23/10in ; $30/13in) which is a Chicago deep dish styled pizza with a thick layer of Salami, Pepperoni, bacon, spicy beef, sausage, ham. One slice is a meal in itself! - Served in a skillet, the poutine is good with crispy fries and tons of melted cheese. The service was TERRIBLE which is mostly why I give this place a 1 star. I don't know if our waitress was new or just rude in general, but when she went to set down a beer, she splashed some of it onto a guest in our group. She didn't even say sorry; she just quickly ran off and didn't come back for another 15 minutes. Our water glasses were empty and our waitress was MIA for an hour before she took our dishes away. All in all, nothing stands out about Scotsman's Well Pub. It's one of those local pubs where you would go to get a casual beer because there is nothing else around.

    James M.

    As far as pub food goes....the meatloaf here is exceptional! Puts moms to shame, sorry mom. I've yet to experience anything else on the menu but judging from what I've tasted so far....can't go wrong!

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    Love this place - our favourite neighbourhood pub. We go for the daily specials and the servers are always friendly.

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    Our "home" pub !! Always great service - good pub food - pizzas gone downhill a bit but overall a great community staple!!!

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    We arrived for a late lunch and were seated right away on their lovely outdoor patio…read more Unfortunately, service was slow from the start, it took quite a while before anyone even acknowledged us, and for a while, we weren't sure who our server was. Here's what we ordered: Mango boba - surprisingly tart and could've used a bit of sweetness Peanut chicken salad - flavorful and refreshing, with noodles at the bottom Fish tacos with sweet potato fries - the beer-battered fish was crispy and delicious While the food was solid and the patio atmosphere was great, the service really impacted our experience. When we were ready to pay, it was difficult to get our server's attention. My husband eventually had to approach her across the patio, and she processed our payment while standing right there. It seemed like they were short-staffed the day we visited, which might explain the delays, but the lack of attention was still frustrating. Overall, good food and a nice setting, but I'd give it 3.5 stars due to the service issues

    Nice ambience especially in the outdoor area, and great for large groups looking for a laid back…read moreevening. The food was ok, and the service was friendly but not attentive enough. Food here is just alright. Fish tacos weren't bad but the fish wasn't crispy at all. The quasedilla "tortilla" was a little thick. The meat in the BBQ rice bowl was pretty good, but the ratio of rice to everything else was too high. The salad was pretty good and quite a large serving. We had A LOT of trouble flagging down our waitress, especially near the end when we were ready to pay, which was quite frustrating and the main reason I'm docking stars. However, I will say the setup outside is really nice. There are hanging plants, pretty large tables, music that's not too loud, and overall a nice vibe. I think for a slow, casual evening out this place will have you covered.

    The Inn on Officers Garden - Lower dining room

    The Inn on Officers Garden

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    We visited last night and started off on a high note with an excellent wine selection. The…read moresommelier, Bobby, was fantastic--knowledgeable and personable. The wine list isn't huge, but what they offer is curated and impressive. We ordered the Wedge Salad and Truffled Arancini. Both arrived about 15 minutes later. The salad was underdressed, and the Arancini, while hot, lacked the tomato sauce that would have elevated the dish. Minor issues, but we moved on. Unfortunately, the main course experience was disappointing. After waiting 45 minutes, our entrees finally arrived--at room temperature. At that point, we were too hungry to send them back and wait another 20 minutes. When we shared our concerns, the staff initially offered complimentary desserts, which felt inadequate given the circumstances. After further discussion, they comped both entrees and provided a $25 gift certificate, which was a fair gesture and appreciated. The GM and Bobby personally apologized and invited us to ask about "little surprises" in the wine cellar next time, which was a nice touch. Overall, great wine and recovery effort, but the kitchen timing and food temperature need serious improvement. Hoping for a better experience next time because the potential is there.

    Do NOT BOOK this hotel. They have black out dates that does not pop up or flag when you book the…read morerooms. I followed the more than 48 hour rule to cancel the room without penalty and was told that its was during their blackout period and should have read the fine print. I'm really not even sure if that is legal. The hotel takes the full amount of the charge for the room at the time of booking, not at the time of check in and keeps the money regardless of when you cancel if it falls "in their black out period" that is not clearly identified when booking those dates. You better not have plans change or have a family emergency! RIP OFF. Buyer beware, do not book.

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