The Ale House - Kingston, Ontario

omar thinks he's all that and a bag of chips because he modelled for an inclusivity ad at the mall but he's mean to the little guy that works the door. anyway when i went for a good time they discriminated against me because i was a different with a ... boy hair cut and i finally feel courageous enough to share my story happy pride month Read more

I remember this bar fondly. I lived in close proximity to this establishment while I was attending Queen's University. I appreciated its spacious atmoshpere. I don't really consume much alcohol. So, I didn't exactly like the strong odor of various concotions permeating the air and gooey substances fastened to the ... floor (a piece of Hubba Bubba once got stuck on my stiletto). However, the playlist designed by a dear DJ friend, offset these tawdry facets endemic to ALL bars. Moreover, I couldn't fault the security staff. They did an excellent job of screening the riff raff and barring Disenfranchised opportunists. I distinctly remember several celebrations at this establishment following a series of arduous exams. Taking 7 courses, while conducting research on the Transtheoretical Model of Change during each semster is a very taxing regime for any student. However, it was necessary for the completion of my Masters of Science degree. I'm forever grateful that I graduated from this prestigious university, with the assistance of this business, otherwise I would never be pursuing the successful career I have today. Read more

Honestly very disappointed in this experience. Treated my employees to a night out as a thank you for a good weeks work and the topic of conversation the whole night was the lack of respect and professionalism from almost all employees, especially Jack. We watch on multiple occasions where he ... made provocative gestures towards customers as he walked away from them, then followed up with some laughs. No one wants to go out and be treated that way, it was very uncomfortable to watch. Definitely won’t be our next Crew outing. Read more

The worst pub I have ever seen. They are completely racist if you are not Canadian then they are will justify as your nationality. I have noticed 50+ people, whom they took in. But they asked us student ID and for your information STUDENT ID is not valid verification in ... Canada so this pub should be closed down. Just because of the racism. Uf not then i will feel like govt of canada is supporting this. I have paid more fees then local students. I have struggled more then this local. I have respect the canada and that’s why I came here so if you can’t support people of your country who is main source of employment and tax then I am sorry that this scenario should not be repeated. I never write bad reviews for any of the business but this bar is sucks. I just want justice..!! And if you reading this then never go this bar at all. If your going in this bar then you are supporting racism. Read more

Overall, super good experience. Security at the door and coat check went really smoothly. There’s a $5 cover which is pretty standard I’m guessing, bartenders were also super friendly and efficient, they do not sell food. There was one waitress there last night who really deserves a raise, she was ... super attentive, and effective, kept checking in on me all night, which I really appreciated. Upstairs security was pretty rude however, there was a smashed beer bottle on the ledge that guests kept putting their elbows on and I tried to ask security about who to go to to get it clean it up and absolutely none of them would talk to me (even though that’s who coat check staff said to speak with). Make sure to go with friends, it’s pretty boring to be there alone once your group leaves. Read more