I'm an advocate of a great dive bar. I actually like going to dive bars because it is more entertaining and more of a laid back atmosphere. I enjoy that type of setting in a bar. But you will not find that here. I wish they had a subgroup on Yelp that says "college bar" or something of the like. Because that is what this truly is. A college bar.
This isn't my first visit to Hemingway's but it will probably be my last (for the bar experience at least). I have eaten here before, and from what I remember they have a great turkey burger, but I am focusing on the bar experience for this review.
The best way to experience this place is probably by coming here when there are no students in the area, that or don't come at all. Tons of college kids everywhere with their "I know better" attitude (I can say that, I use to be one myself). Which made for an uncomfortable experience for me. I did my time in college and I don't like the vibe of a place like this anymore. Oh how it feels to grow up.
Let's break it down some, besides this being your typical college bar they don't vary much on what is offered in regards to libations. Limited beer selection and it appears that a majority of the liquor available is not top shelf. Every beer I asked for they didn't have, on tap or bottled. After my third try at getting a beer, I gave up. No thank you to the gimmicky picture drinks you have either. If I wanted to be hyper and drunk at the same time I wouldn't be here to do that. I have no idea what the appeal of gummy worms in drinks is.
As far as the bartenders, rude. If you see me struggling to see what you have available and shooting down every single beer I have selected, how about you either give me a list or tell me what you do have. I don't need no shade thrown my way unless you want me to overwork my bitch look in your direction. It's not my fault you are behind the bar with people yelling at you.