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| - I was excited that it finally opened, but as it stands, things are very, very sloppy. Don't count me out yet, I understand and appreciate growing pains.
Here are my notes:
Why was the hand written note in magic marker, dated July 3rd, stating that the bar was closed due to "repairs" up for so long? WHY didn't someone take that down a month ago? For those that have driven by, you know what I am talking about. The Now Open banner sure was up for a while too. If details like that are any indication of how they will operate, I'll assume cash flow will be an issue quickly.
No POS system, I was surprised to see actual cash registers and hand written tickets. Maybe this is a temporary thing, but me thinks not.
There obviously hasn't been much market analysis done, specifically with happy hour pricing. This will become an issue for the price conscious happy hour patron. Top Shelf, Dillion's, RTO Sullivan's, Tailgater's and even Streets of New York are smoking the current beer prices at DP.
Why are there pint glasses, small mugs and large mugs?
The jury is still out on the staff and will be for a while, it is obvious that the majority of the striped shirts have very little serving experience. I'm not sure about behind the bar? I sure hope a few of them get it together ASAP. How about a little training?
Maybe the owner/manager should spend a bit less time chatting and a bit more time making sure his operation gets off to a good start. Friday was not impressive at all.
The menu, well, there is one. You can only sell so much booze.
I'm not in the business and don't have a dog in this fight, but I do like to drink and I do like the location. I've been pretty hard and presumptuous in my review too, this I know. Flame away, tell me I am wrong, tell me your perspective, tell me your experience so far.
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