Tubby’s - It’s just a bar.

The most bizarre experience. Thrown out on our tails! Six of us went in for drinks on Wednesday and were warmly welcomed. Stayed for a couple of hours, our 12 and 17 year olds played on the arcade game and we chatted to the staff. Had a great evening and were really well looked after. We noticed the advert for NFL and asked if they were showing the game the following day and they confirmed they were. We told them we’d be back in to watch it, thanked them and tipped generously before leaving (photo below to prove we were there). We returned the following day (Thursday) at the same time (5.30pm) and found a table. We were initially acknowledged by a member of staff and we sat down before been handed menus and advised they’d take our drinks order at the table. Having sat down and taken our coats off and got comfortable, the same member of staff returned, collected the menus off the table and told us to leave as they did not allow children in the bar. I politely advised them that we’d been exactly the same time the night before and was told that the owner was in and had said that we could not have children in the bar due to his licence. The worst and most unfriendly, inconsistent treatment that we have experienced in our trip to Canada from the UK. We were literally turfed out having just sat down in front of the rest of the bar. I absolutely have no problem with bars which don’t allow children, but the treatment above was shocking and done with absolutely no compassion, apology or understanding. In a service led industry, this place should be struck off the map.

What a bar! New York style in the heart of Calgary. Hardly any beers on tap but plenty in bottles and cans, and staple cocktails too. Simple food menu of hot dogs etc. The Tubby hot dog is to die for, a perfect flavour profile for just $7! The owner is super friendly. A great bar vibe, dim lights, just perfect in so many ways. Severn our server was excellent.

What an awesome place! It's the former Tubby Dog, but in retro lounge form. It's just perfect 😊 the dogs are still amazing. The vibe. It's just what I needed for a long overdue catch up with a friend. I'll definitely be back, with more friends, but it also seems like the kind of place you could just go by yourself, with zero judgement 💕

Sunday school long weekend edition with DJ Rice! Leave it to Rice to bring together friends I have not seen in ages. So many familiar faces from the night gallery days and finally getting a chance to know them. Bartender Charlie is a good man. I have not been to Tubby since their days on 17th Ave. Love the spot! Cozy...need to come out more!

Such a cute bar. Casual, cosy and with a touch of trendy. Cool drinks plus HOT DOGS. If you never had a tubby dog on 17th, now is your chance. Negronis are delicious.

Amazing hot dogs!! Absolutely delicious and unique flavours! The atmosphere is amazing and the staff are great! Quick and timely service and very helpful with questions! Definitely will be coming back for my hot dog cravings! Highly recommended, one of the best hot dogs in town :)

Addendum: (12/14/24) my partner and I came to Tubbys last night for a pre-hockey game bite, only to find that it was booked for a private event. We spent $40 on an Uber just to be turned away. If private events are scheduled, it should be stated on the hours of operation or the website. This was very upsetting, especially since I had written such a good review the day before! “Can’t say enough good things about this place—great spot with a fun vibe! The sumo was packed with great toppings, but the hot dog lacked that satisfying snap (maybe different for the ukey slices?). Great local beers. Love that there are vegan options. The atmosphere is a mix of dive bar and cute date spot, sometimes, at night, there’s a DJ.“

Went for an event. The food was amazing. The hotdog was delish and drinks were tasty. Will go again.