What's In A Name
In the boom year 1910, the Cypress Club was instrumental in saving the city’s colorful name, which “so echoes the Cree and Blackfoot tradition of red mystery and romance that once filled the Prairies.” (Rudyard Kipling)
The “boomers” wanted to change Medicine Hat to something more genteel. But they reckoned without the diehards in the Club. At an informal meeting in their favorite resort, these diehards “discussed and cussed” the proposal and decided to enlist the aid of famed writer Rudyard Kipling.
The author had been in the city three years earlier to have a “glorious time” with the club members. A letter to Kipling evinced a lengthy reply frothing with distaste for the notion of renaming the city. His last paragraph was the most venomous:
“What, then, should a city be rechristened that has sold its name? Judasville.”
Rudyard Kipling
The city kept its name.
Except for minor interior alterations, the building today is as it was designed and erected in 1907.
People are Talking!
What a great way to enjoy a meeting. Fabulous meal in a great atmosphere. A nice change from the cookie cutter restaurants.
Laurelle Hommy Homie
Google Reviewer
Amazing place. Staff is great and it has a great atmosphere. Live music and you feel normal with the staff not wearing masks and make you feel alive again.
kobus vermaak
Google Reviewer
Good lunch in a great atmosphere. Prices lower than I expected.
Daniel Frey
Google Reviewer
Cypress club has great food, and even better Staff! They've made me feel so welcome. Thanks guys! Can't wait to be back.
Dave Cruickshank
Owner - Gaslamp Village Media
Chef Mike prepared an absolutely fabulous turkey dinner with all the fixings for our Thanksgiving this year. My wife and I were blown away with the quality of the meal and the generous portions. We will definitely make use of The Cypress Club again for our next holiday meal.
Nick Punko
We thoroughly enjoyed the Thanksgiving turkey dinner. The atmosphere was relaxed and the service was just right-not rushed and very professional. It was excellent value for what was included. The soup was wonderful, as usual. Chef Mike has a real talent for making delicious homemade soups.
Dr. Ken Blair and Rev. James Farrell
That our wedding was a huge success, everyone had a spectacular time. Your venue and staff are amazing. You all did an excellent job. The space was beautiful, the food and drink absolutely perfectly tasty and the service outstanding. Thank you for your attention to detail and hard work.
Anonymous
Bridal Review
It was great finding the Cypress Club, what a treasure with its historic decor, so much history within those walls which should be shared. My husband Dave, friend Caroline and myself would like to express our thanks to the Bar Manager and Chef for their amazing customer service, their kindness and delicious food which we all enjoyed very much.