I had been passing this place everyday on the way to and from work so when a few friends said they were meeting up to try it out I had to join them. I took the quick 2 KM jaunt up the hill from the Bow River valley hoping to at least work off half a pint.
It was a rather hot day and when we got there the waitress was prompt to notice us add ourselves to the already sizable table our friends were at. We order drinks. I asked for a water and my friend followed suit as we were a bit warm from the walk. The waters were absent for 15 minutes until the waitress was prompted.
I ordered the Union Jack burger with "imported" English cheddar and a horseradish sauce... It was a 5 out of 10. Bun was a bit dilapidated and there was not that familiar bite I have come to expect from horseradish. Had the cream of asparagus soup on the side.. it can be described as bits asparagus in a cream base. It would have served them well to possibly puree some asparagus into the base.. I don't know maybe that's too fancy.
On the plus side, great layout, lots of TVs a wide selection of beers. The garage door style windows make an appearance and give the place that open 17th Ave feel. A friend had the pizza and he said it was fantastic, so if you're up for swilling some suds and chilling out while watching a game this would be a great place. Don't expect more than average pub fare and maybe save the cab fare and stick to the Beltline.
PS I really enjoyed this place as the Trophy Room 12 years ago.. now that was dive bar. :)