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clubcriticmn wrote about G.B. Leighton's Pickle Park
Been there twice. First time had on a hockey Jersey and was not let in because it was not a Minnesota team. That has got to be the dumbest thing I have ever heard, asked politely to speak with management and was told they were to busy. New years Eve '09(12/31/09) sober cabed a group of twelve and they refused to let in a handicapped male, cause he was wearing sweats, he has a broken pelvic bone, we took him home, he changed into khakis and we returned, this time it was stated to him, that his pants were to baggy, we explained to the doorman about his disability, he stated its the policy of Pickle Park, no sweats or baggy clothes allowed, as we spoke to the doorman another disabled man in a wheelchair came through in sweats, I again asked to speak with MOD the doorman then had a security guard come over and he stated he was the manager and now the whole party must leave, when we pointed out the man in sweats, he said it's my way, now leave, I simply asked for our cover charge back and he became irate at this point a lady with the group was talking to the actual manager Dawn, explaining the confusion brought on by this policy that actually is not enforced for one man but was enforced on another, when Dawn was asked about the refund she simply walked away. Here's the bottom line, no one from the doorman to the manager could solve the issue cause they all had a different view on the clubs policy and to not refund the groups $55 was ridiculous. The group left with no incident. This is the worst managed establishment in Minnesota and they have failed twice now, to get a third chance is unlikely, they where over capacity and obviously they needed our $5 per person to stay in business. If you are disabled this place does not want your business, when asked to change clothes and then to have another issue based on what they told the man to do is bull. The eleven ppl and scores of others will not be back, a public apology to the disabled man is the first thing they need to do, the second thing is to refund the money they so cowardly kept. The final thing to do is to train the staff, on how to deal with people, being disabled and treated like this young man was, even for anyone around the door was very sad to see. This is one establishment I know 100's of patrons that will never, I mean never will be back. I hope this young gentleman who was discriminated against files with the city, state, BBB and the Disabled Americans group, what a sad night for one person. DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME GB'S PICKLE PARK IS NOT A PLACE TO HAVE FUN
kennot commented on Places to partner dance in the Twin Cities
You need to add the best dance floor in Oakdale, MN the SOS Coffee Bar and Dance club www.sosrecovery .org for map
sfleener commented on TRANSMISSION with DJ Jake Rudh
Thanks for the correction - it's in their straight now.
jazyjes808 commented on TRANSMISSION with DJ Jake Rudh
Hot Pants is actually on the 2nd Saturday of the month. $2 Summit beers. Get there early if you want a booth or a good spot on the dance floor!!!!
QueenAJ commented on Inside: OM's happy hour
I was meeting friends at the Envy Nightclub and was a bit early. I went into Om and sat at the bar to be greeted by a very pleasant Bartender. Her name Thea! Since I love my cocktails, I usually stick to my regular, but she convinced me to try this special cocktail that she made....delicious! Good drink, great company and fabulous atmosphere! Thank you Thea! It wouldn't have been the same without you grace! AJ
RODEO23 wrote about Big Loui’s Bar & Grill
The food is really good, I have never had something I don’t like. The prices are pretty reasonable. The staff is a lot of fun they talk to you like you are family. I love going there in the weekends you always see people you know. Love playing darts and pool. It’s just an all around fun place.
glenkissel wrote about Gabby's Saloon and Eatery
I had a lot of fun there, I wanted to go somewhere different and was pleasantly surprised that I had as much fun as I did. I've heard there's been problems here but I didn't see anything other than a lot of people having a great time. I'll definitely be going back.
GopherGirl wrote about Hooters
I invited some friends out to play Wingo on a Thursday night. They sent an ad to my house about it and had signs up in the restaurant. But apparently the manager didn't feel like having it that night. We asked why and he said there wasn't anyone to call the numbers. Hmmm, well you are just standing there watching TV so maybe you should call the numbers. I live in the neighborhood and thought this would be a fun place to go every Thursday night but now I'll never set foot in that place again.
hayleyc32 commented on Best Vikings sports bars in the Twin Cities
Robert's Restaurant in Medina offers a shuttle to the game, also includes a drink and their Sunday buffet. The food is excellent, so it might be worth a try! www.medinaentertainment.com
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cutiepie2121 wrote about Barfly Minneapolis
i go where the cheap booze are. saturday i think dropped only $15 and got wasted. the club actually wasn't half bad. it was pretty packed and they had a ladies night going on so ended up winning a free gift cirtificate to a salon in down town minneapolis. i'll probably end up going back for their halloween ball
amberw54 wrote about Barfly Minneapolis
If you want penny drinks on Saturday nights you head to Bar Fly. I really like it here. There are always a lot of people trying to buy drinks so it takes a couple minutes to get your drink, but usually just try to get there soon after they open to avoid this slight downfall. Besides that I love it and especially the stripper poles that you get to dance on! Plus the music is hip and edgy which I don't find in a lot of other clubs downtown.
staciel wrote about 508 Bar and Restaurant
my husband and i just ate at the 508 last night it was a very busy but didn't seem like it our waitress was great and the steak sandwich was increadible!!! Can't wait to go back!
Boiler279 wrote about Stub and Herbs Drinking and Eating Emporium
Greatest breakfast sandwich ever. Courtesy of the grill in the beer garden.
bradtoenges wrote about Grumpy's Downtown
good times. . .really fun workers and drink patrons. . .close to the dome
Alli wrote about Varsity Theater
I've seen a few shows at the Varisty, from rock to acoustic to new artist showcases. It's a great venue for anything! So glad its being used for something awesome now!
someone wrote about The 1029 Bar
We stopped in to the 1029 bar thinking it would be a good time... until we spun the wheel on the wall for fun and were kicked out. Thats right, kicked out. THis man who didn't work there told us we should leave because the gambling wheel was "calibrated" which in plain english means they are rigging the system. So we left. Thanks a lot 1029, we'll see you NEVER.
shovo wrote about Our Bar and Grille
I couldn't believe I found a restaurant that served home cooked, rib stickin great food! We had batter dipped fish and chips and chicken and dumplings. NUM! Also had on other visits; porcupine meatballs, paella, build my own burgers and salads. Also great Caeser and Buffalo Chicken salads. Good steaks and fun desserts! They've also got good happy hour deals on food and drinks. We've fallen for the chicken tacos!!!!!
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SLP71 wrote about Sauce Spirits & Soundbar
In fairness to the establishment, the "Black and Tan" debacle mentioned below is not their fault. This summer, Guinness released a 250th anniversary brew. For some reason, this brew does not respond the same as regular Guinness, making a good Black and Tan impossible. I've seen this in other locations too. Oh well. That summer promotion is over and they've switched back to regular Guinness now, so we can all rest easy.
sfleener wrote about Barfly Minneapolis
Went here this weekend with some lady friends and we should've turned around when we first stepped in and could smell some serious bile in the air. It was still early and people were staggeringly intoxicated. We're talking dresses accidentally tucked into underwear drunk. Also, the staff was terribly odd and seemingly either totally into the scene or so over it that they couldn't even be bothered. One bar-back was even seen with a gal in the ladies bathroom stall. Blech. Bartenders were slow, all surfaces (tables, chairs, sofas, bathrooms) were filthy and we left EARLY.
