02/29/08

Insect in Drink + Hostile Service

by stw884

Good music and a conversational atmosphere weren't enough to offset the staff's disregard for 20th century service standards. After placing an order for hot wings and carrying my drink to my table, I noticed a fly frozen in one of the ice cubes. Sweet.

The hot wings never showed, and when I asked a server about them, he became hostile and combative. So I asked for my money back, as I'd already paid for the wings. After several minutes of conference with the bartender, he begrudgingly returned my money. But the guy still felt it necessary to throw out rude and unnecessary comments.

The message: if you expect drinks to not have insects in them and your servers to treat you with respect, do not go here. I left hoping that it quickly and permanently goes out of business.

• Pros: Good music, at a good volume for conversation
• Cons: Rude waiters, unsanitary conditions

11/07/07

Incredible Atmosphere, Awesome Location, Perfect Place to Chill Out!!!

by mas73

I don't think I can even describe this place well enough. Looking for somewhere good to relax and have a drink after a busy work week and super busy Friday, I found this spot on citysearch and set out to hit-up this tucked away spot on Bergen St. Located in trendy trendy trendy park slope, this spot is discreet yet popular with the locals. An unpretentious crowd is bustling around inside, while a few brave souls face the chilly fall evening for a casual smoke. The bar seemed packed but at the same time, everyone had room to breathe in the small ground level spot. An old cult classic is projected on the large blank wall while free tunes till 8pm got the crowd dancing. The staff was friendly and attentive, even sat down to explain the movie to us, since the sound wasn't on and we missed the intro. Plenty of drinks for my group of friends, and still didn't hear our wallets crying...all in all I couldn't have been happier to hang out down here and can't wait to do it again!!!

• Pros: Atmosphere, Staff, Drink Selection, Jukebox and Movies!!
• Cons: Lighting was kinda low

04/11/07

a bubble in time

by tomuchtothinkabout

This is just my favourite place to go relax - Awesome atmosphere, best jukebox in town and just about the least pretentious bar that exists. Comparable to Commonwealth (another awesome joint) but with some thought put into the color scheme. Honestly I don't go there with an agenda BUT I have been quite lucky to meet some new lady friends on occasion. Give the place a few trys and sink right in.

• Pros: home away from home
• Cons: off the strip a little