An absolute gem of a "dive" bar…read more I dropped by The Vat yesterday after being away from the city for 5 years - it hasn't changed a lick, and that's a good thing. One of the funkiest live music venues/dive bars I've ever been to, The Vat is funky, eclectic and altogether charming and welcoming. No wonder it's a hit with diverse people ranging from college students to old regulars. I wish I could pick it up and take it with me, up north to Edmonton. The server was friendly, the beer (house draught) was ultra-cheap and cold, and even though there were only a couple of rub-a-dubs around on a Sunday afternoon at 2, it was a blast. Definitely drop by if you've never been. A great way to break up the long drive from Edmonton to Calgary, or vice versa.

Been here a few times for pool league and must say service is friendly and quick. Not much to eat…read morehowever so as someone else noted keep that in mind. Couple pool tables, massive but g screen tv for sporting events, no debit or credit cards accepted but bank machine on premises. I think it's a rustic old school bar (some use the term dive) but it reminds me of the bar I grew up playing pool in. Industry nights on Sunday's are a blast with some good open stage talents. It ain't high brow but I like it plenty ;)

Very fun place, Lots of arcade games to play. Lazer Tag and Darkride are amazingly fun and great…read morefood and drinks!

Although it is congested with a gaggle of tourist in the summer, it is the winter that the locals…read moretake back the lake. The lake becomes filled with fishing shacks, quads and snow machines but also the annual festivities of Winterfest on the Saturday of the Family Day Long weekend. All around town, businesses have Winterfest specials and the day is kicked off with the annual Polar Dip, where brave souls dive into the icy waters of Sylvan Lake for charity and then a game of hockey. The lake is busy with skaters on the prepared ice rink, sleigh rides, burgers and hot dogs. The local community centre holds and indoor farmer's market. The day is then finished with a firework show that is usually pretty good for a smaller town. From an adult perspective, it's one of those things you can take or leave, but with kids in tow, they have a blast taking in the festivities and in turn, the adults get a kick out of them enjoying themselves.

This is just an excellent field house and wellness centre for Red Deer. The facilities are…read moreextensive: pool, gym, field house, soccer pavilion, running track and even a climbing wall. The centre offers pretty much any class or program that you can think of. Best of all the facility is entirely family friendly: the pool complex has a waterpark for the kids and programs run for all ages. In the summer, there is plenty of outdoor field space as well. It certainly is a boon for the whole city to have a facility like this.

A place that helps with getting of your tush and doing something. No but really it's a decent…read morefacility with many activities to do. The pool is only good for family/ kids so don't expect lane swimming.

The gentleman working the store was very knowledgeable andapproachable. Great prices. They had a…read moreMagic the gathering game event going when we dropped in. Seemed very lively.

Headed to the Rebels game with the family, what a nice experience. The stadium is a bit smaller…read morethan I expected, though it's still a cool rink. The two tier seats are neat and next time I will take upper seats to see over the glass. For $90 a family pack will get the whole family out for an evening. The concessions are poorly planned and have insane lines. Kinda expensive rink food too.

WOW. Back at this place for the second time this week. It's hard to find a place when you're always…read moreon the road. You don't want a place that is samo, samo. Well they did surprise me again. I had the salmon parmesan with rice and vegetables. Again WOW. Everything was cook to perfection and the vege, the real stuff, fresh not out of the freezer were cook al dante. All that at a reasonable price accompany by an excellent and professional service. The Hideout is definitly my top spot in Red Deer. Tumb up...

food was good , service was good, but I find it a bit trivial when I was charged extra for another…read morecontainer of beef dip.There isn't enough dip with size of the serving. Just get a bigger container for the dip, but don't cheapen your business by adding an extra charge.

Small town little theater with reasonable prices and deals. Brings in the bigger titled movies…read more Good local business, would suggest to anyone looking to see a movie in the area, that doesn't want to travel to Red Deer.