The Hungry Analyst
Do you work downtown and you’re eager to cut off rush hour before getting home? Say no more.
This is a great location for “after work chats”. They have a wide beer selection, which is always nice, with daily specials.
The food was delicious and the staffs were really nice and friendly.
My major complaint was the lettuce wraps, they were overly sweet and spicy at the same time, I couldn’t balance it on my palate. It’s probably a thing of preference but it didn’t work for me.
Also, my table and chair were unbalanced. I had to switch my chair with an empty one from the opposite table, and my friends and I had to make conscious efforts not to touch the table.
Overall, a great place to chat, vibe and chill over ice cold beer.
Morgan McCallum
Great little spot. One of my favorites in the city. The food is good, the beer selection is awesome and the location is right near everything you might need downtown. Plus they have a great patio!
They have their own craft brews as well as selections from all over Alberta and beyond. Definitely a place you should add to your list if you're in the city.
Jordyn Smith
Amazing service. Friendly staff. The food is particularly yummy try the chocolate cake. The inside is spacious and cozy. They're currently adding the brewery equipment and it looks beautiful. Perfect for a first date, catching up with a friend, events (call first), or to grab a quick bite. 10/10 all across the board one of my favorite spots in downtown for food and atmosphere. Prices are standard pub prices and the food is way good.
Casey Sidhu
Edit: second time here and Jasemein was wonderful and so nice! Thanks to her I had a great night.
The poutine was what I'm used to in Montreal. Want a good poutine? This is the place, and the Bison burger came out as delicious as expected. Fast service, great crew, great chef, only good things to say. Well done.
JustRAD
Service was great! I had the dry ribs and they were tasty. Perfectly seasoned. I also had the Saskatoon Pie which looked great but suprisingly could use more sugar. Just not sweet enough.
The Pub itself had a very authentic pub feel to it. Only thing I noticed was if someone were to be quite wasted they may have a fun time with all the random steps. Overall good experience. Menu had lots to offer.
erik Landriault
I’m a bigger guy (meaning I enjoy a lot of food) and this is some of the best food I’ve ever eaten. The atmosphere, food and drinks are top notch 10/10 recommendation
Sarah B
I had a great experience there. The staff were extremely attentive and the food was awesome! However, their pub (the building itself) is not disability-friendly. There are quite a few stairs to get into the pub, the seating is all very high (no regular height tables), and the bathroom is honestly the worst for accessibility that I’ve seen. The bathroom looks beautiful, but you can barely get in and sit down because there is barely any room between the toilet and the stall door. There is no handicapped stall. I use a cane and I could barely sit because there’s not enough room to bend forward (people with back problems will understand this). I also have arthritis in my hands and the stall door latches were stiff and barely had room to pinch (to twist it closed).
If you are not disabled physically — 100% definitely would recommend. If you are, then this isn’t the place for you (us). It’s too difficult to get in and out of the high seating, never mind the steps into the place, and we can’t really use the bathroom. If you had a walker or wheelchair there would be no way possible to use the bathroom.
S Kelly
This is my favorite pub in Calgary! The beer selection is great. The happy hour deal is the best in town. The food is better than average pubs. The bison burger and steak are very tasty. The service is fantastic. Every server has been friendly and professional. Some servers have brilliant ideas to make the holidays more cheerful. I just love the place.
Liezl GS Lan
I rarely write reviews or rate venues but this place is simply superb! First time here and this place is amazing! Everything is great from the ambiance, service, and drinks. The food selection stands out as the menu is quite unique and simply delicious! Would definitely recommend this place to people.
Andrea Zambo
Enjoyed a beautiful Sunday breakfast on their outdoor patio. Bella was awesome as she was very attentive and personalble. She made me feel at home. I ordered their half breakfast and a Guiness. Especially loved the breakfast sausage! I especially love that they hire Irish workers, just like the owners. I will definitely be back.
Declan Walsh
My Fiancé & I are both from Ireland & have been living in Calgary for 3 years now! We recently had family come in from town to visit us for Stampede etc & they just loved this place! The owner Ann Curran welcomed us in like most owners do back home, hooked us up with a fantastic breakfast & dinner as well as giving us chairs to use to watch the parade! Highly recommended!
Richard Sush
This is the best band I have ever seen! Amazing musicians, great songs, and get the crowd dancing! Was a great day guys! Thanks for the fun!! Richard Sushelnitsky
Matt Lacina
A party of twelve of us walked in during a recent family vacation. The staff was courteous and friendly. The choice of beers was very nice. All of the food was delicious! From the beef and Guinness pie to the chicken curry to the burgers, everything was wonderful. The bacon bites appetizer is amazing. Can't wait for our next trip to Calgary.
Andrew Beeton
What a fantastic pub , great food ! Great beer staff are delightful !! Well worth a visit ! *****
James Sinclair
Was here a few times in March 2018 including St Paddy’s day, just a great bar great atmosphere and great service, highly recommend!
MrDvs To You
The atmosphere is really nice and the patio is a good size. The service is spot on and very timely however it wasn't during peak times.
The selection of crab cakes and curry chicken boxtie was spot on.
This is now my new favourite place.
Jake Dunphy
Great food, drinks and service! The chicken curry was incredible. If I was in Calgary for longer, I would definitely go again.
Carey Matthews
Huge space which is still cozy with partitions and hidden booths. Great food - large portions - service attentive without hovering - AND its a PUB!
Jeanne Diehl Stiffler
Have eaten in this pub twice while visiting Calgary and had a wonderful meal, beer and the service was the best. Highly recommend this pub!
Vanessa Rodriguez
I really loved the environment and am glad someone told me to try it. The service was awesome and Thomas the bartender was great and super helpful in choosing drinks. Would recommend it to anyone who goes to Calgary.
Juan Manuel Braunstein Alvarez
Authentic irish pub! A must visit in Calgary! Staff was super friendly
Fionna Rouane
I've always loved the James Joyce. It's the best Irish Pub in Calgary. It feels truly authentic and has great atmosphere, good food, the staff are amazing an the bar tenders oh so patient.... Thanks Gerrard. Another fun time at the Joyce
Susan Weniger
Service was friendly, fast and perfectly timed. The food was well portioned, very tasty and lovely to look at as well. Decor is warm and comfy. By far one of our favourite spots in the city.
Edrin Lobo
Went by James Joyce Irish Pub on the day of the parade with a few coworkers. We had a few pints and appetizers, not the best service. To top it off, was asked to leave more of a tip out by the server. I asked for the manager and she said they encourage servers to ask for more tip out. So guys if you go by James Joyce Irish Pub be ready to pay a big tip out or else you will be asked to do that by your server and the manager.
Olwyn Reidy
Had a lovely meal with my family. Food was great. Spotlessly clean. Friendly staff. Very nice irish pub! ����
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