I cannot comment on the food at Local 522 because I got here late and had come to check out a live show. I can however comment on the vibe and the crowd.
Local 522 is the downtown counterpart to Local 510 which is located on 17th Avenue. During the weekdays the crowd is comprised mostly of downtown working bees, however, on the weekends, this place attracts all types of people who come to check out the live performances that it hosts.
Intimate performances are always the best, and while this isn't as intimate as it gets in Calgary, the energy of the crowd was notable. Everyone was friendly and excited and any notions of pretentiousness or snobbishness seemed to have been left at the door.
The staff was nice and the drinks were good.
Overall, not my favourite place to check out local talent, but a pretty A-OK night nonetheless.