The Potion Room

Went on Halloween for the first time and wow what a magical place! I absolutely loved it. Service was very impressive and so much fun to participate in all the cute drink presentations. I'll definitely be back. We came too early for the water wands to be available so next time I'll definitely try those out we came at 6 and those weren't available until 8 due to the season and likelihood of children being present - makes total sense. No complaints from me. Food was a bit hit or miss but I wasn't there for that lol I was there for the experience and it was absolutely perfect.

Honestly, it was an underwhelming experience. We had good hopes for this place as we like Harry Potter. However, it was anything but that. It was a hookah bar with a magic theme. The drinks were over priced and has little to no alcohol in them, the food was ok at best. The seating was horrible. We got put in the isle where everyone was walking constantly. We asked to move but got told they were booked up and had larger parties coming. The tables were very small even for the larger parties. You either get little to no service or too much service, nothing in-between. We would have rathered to have 1 server assigned to us instead of all of them. This created an issue as we were waiting on food and even ended up not getting some food. All in all its not worry the money or time.

I still can't believe I had such a wonderful experience in this HP bar! The drink presentations are just magnificent and they are so boozy and absolutely worth the price! Can't wait to go back for another visit! They could improve their playlist tho! It definitely could make the atmosphere even more mysterious.

Highlight of our trip through Calgary! Definitely check out if you’re in town. Dishes were all excellent and drinks were awesome plus they came with a little presentation . If you’re a fan of Harry Potter or just like something a little out of the ordinary I highly recommend this place. 10/10 would go again!Food: 5/5

Magic in a cocktail glass. That is what is promised here and it was absolutely delivered. JK Rowling would be proud to visit this little haven where enchantment can be found in a single sip of these creative concoctions. This place may not have a perfect score out of the 3.5 stars given but it is worth experiencing all of these fabulous potions that they create. The ambiance brings you to the secret underbelly of Hogwarts. A spectacular speakeasy that the professors of the elite school would come here to take a load off. Floating candles, twinkling lights, and a little bit of romantic goth thrown in for good measure. A perfect place to sit for a spell. The group ordered the nachos as a snack to go with our drinks and they were the best nachos ever! Loved the chipotle drizzle on top of them, and the added bonus of black beans, corn, and other kinds of veggies that a lot of restaurants don't put on. It was also great that they had the sour cream and salsa on the side. Some people don't like having these ingredients actually plopped on top like a lot of places do. Now we come to the drinks. Why people like to come to this lounge in the first place. Although on the pricy side, these drinks are presented in a way that makes a person believe that the impossible is possible. In other words, magic! They serve your chosen drink on a special tray with the props and presentations that this beverage is based on. Then as you drink it, you realize how delicious magic can taste. These potions were clearly well thought out and special in their own captivating way. What we ordered was the Tricky Pixie Dust and Unicorn Blood. Both came with a story, and a small task you must do. It provided a lot of laughter and fun to our evening. This is truly something a person can't miss. Sadly, this is a 3.5 star experience because of the service we had. When I came in, the server told me that we only had an hour and a half to stay. Which of course, our party agreed to but that turned out not to be the case. The second incident was the busser was clearing our table even though jackets were placed there as a sign that people were sitting there. We had to stop him obviously. It took a long time to order and get what we asked for. The servers did not seem as prepared as you would hope when you go to a restaurant. When we ordered our nachos we did not get smaller plates to eat them with and we had to ask for utensils and napkins. This is why they had be docked points. Luckily, they were still good and friendly. They also showed a lot of enthusiasm when presenting our cocktails to us. So that was greatly appreciated. All and all this was a great experience, and would love to explore more of what they have to offer. They just need to fix their problems when it comes to customer service, paying attention, and preparations. Perhaps it was the curse of Friday the 13th.

One of the coolest place I've been to recently! They had a "show" for every alcoholic drink we ordered. Vimy, our server, was amazing - attentive, kind, funny and really knew the menu to give great suggestions! Such a fun placeFood: 4/5

Didn’t try the food, BUT the drinks were great! The presentation for the drinks was amazing as well! It’s definitely about the experience and Vimy did the damn thing! So polite! So sweet and so welcoming while taking care of our tableFood: 5/5

Super cool place to go for drinks, I went for my birthday and had a great time. I’m only giving 3 stars because the service wasn’t that great. The girls didn’t seem very happy to be there. People go for the whole experience and If the service isn’t what you advertise then it’s not that great. It took a lot time of time between drinks for anyone to come see if we needed another one. The drinks are really good and cool but super expensive. They do have food but it’s not very good. Chicken fingers and fries were like the ones you cook at home from frozen. I think if the girls working there made the atmosphere better it would be a better place to go.

Oh, I love The Potion Room! It's such a magical place to unwind and have a great time. The ambiance is enchanting, with its mystical decor and cozy atmosphere. The bartenders are like skilled alchemists, concocting unique and delicious potions that are a treat for the taste buds. The staff is friendly and attentive, making you feel like a valued guest. I highly recommend visiting The Potion Room for a truly enchanting night out!

The Potion Room is a blast and has such a whimsical and magical vibe. The uniqueness of the place really sets it apart from other bars. And let's not forget about the food! The menu is filled with tasty delights that perfectly complement the magical atmosphere. It's a one-of-a-kind experience that you don't want to miss!

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