There's nothing pretentious about Betty's. Not even close. The food is great but simple. The service is good but not schmoozy; servers don't have time to schmooze, they're too busy. The atmosphere is comfortable without trying.
Betty's is like an old friend who doesn't care what you think about her, but that's why you love her.
They have a fantastic collection of taps, during the world cup it's so packed you can't move, and in the summer they have a back-door patio that's perfect for long hours in the sun with a pear cider.
Great hangover food, also. Where else downtown can you get authentic Bangers & Mash? They've been doing things right for so long, right is all they know how to do. Check it out.