Betty Lou's Library

Betty Lou's Library is a speakeasy-style cocktail bar lounge located in the historic Devenish Building at 908 17 Ave SW in Calgary, recognized as among Canada's top bars. Drawing inspiration from American Prohibition-era aesthetics blended with Paris's Lost Generation, the venue transports guests through a hidden door into a 1920s-themed environment featuring velvet seating, intimate lighting, and chandeliers. Skilled bartenders craft quality cocktails in this meticulously curated setting that emphasizes sipping, savoring, and socializing. The bar regularly hosts live entertainment including jazz musicians, dancers, and burlesque performances, while maintaining a reservation system for group visits. This upscale destination uniquely marries historical elegance with contemporary craft bartending.