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| - You know those people who just take a while to get to know, but when you finally do, you realize that underneath it all they really are good people. Perhaps, misunderstood at times, but with solid and honest intentions?
I'd like to introduce to you my friend Libertine, here.
It's taken us a few encounters to finally see eye to eye, but now that we have, I anticipate some seriously smooth sailing.
I've got to admit, at first I felt like they just tried a little hard. You know those people you meet and you can't help but wanting to say "I'm sure you're alright. Just tone it down and be who you are!" But then, they're also dating your friend and they seem to neglect the heck out of her, and you're left wondering "WTF, mate? You've been fronting so hard, but if you want to really win me over, put some effort in where it matters."
The first, trying hard, part could probably be used to describe the whole Libertine feel. "Hey, look! We made another National (http://www.yelp.ca/biz/national-calgary)! ...But with less beer and the food's not as good." Revolutionary stars! Also like National, but yeah, I get it. You're the Beer Revolution. Well, except that Beer Revolution already exists (http://www.yelp.ca/biz/beer-revolution-calgary-2)...
The second, not caring part could probably describe my on again/off again relationship with their servers. On again because sometimes it's A-OK, and off again because sometimes I'm not sure if they even have servers. Am I doing it wrong? Do I just go up to the bar?
So yeah, they've had their quirks, but as of late I'm seeing the consistency start to shine through. I feel like they're making a real effort and it's starting to show. On first glance they might try hard but when you get to know them, you'll see they really do care about beer culture in Calgary and bringing craft brew to the people. I really, really respect them for this.
Combine that with cask nights, pretty tasty cheap tacos and a good 8th Ave patio and you've got yourself 4-stars, Libertine.
I'll be back soon!
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