June 6, 20178 yr In a nutshell, black person denied entry to bar for dress code violation, people complained on facebook, employee said dumb racist stuff to those commentors, employee was fired and a bad press release was put out that made situation worse. Dress code was re-iterated in the press release as "No Weapons, no white t-shirts, no sagging pants, no oversized necklaces, no basketball shorts, no poor personal hygiene or dirty clothing". So even if not intentionally racist, certainly a certain profile is created, and the press release didn't apologize or admit any wrong doing.
June 6, 20178 yr Why am I not surprised that there has already been an unfortunate incident with that new bar? That patio and the building behind it are a revolving door for bars run by owners who make questionable decisions.
June 7, 20178 yr Here is a link to their press release: http://mccabemedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/TreehousePatioBarPressRelease06.05.2017final.pdf "Over the last several days, many people who have never been to our establishment are creating an onslaught of negative reviews..." Their original Facebook page has been deleted and their new one went live ~45m ago and already has 43 1 star reviews. "It's just fate, as usual, keeping its bargain and screwing us in the fine print..." - John Crichton
June 7, 20178 yr The weirdly defensive and poorly written press release certainly doesn't help the situation.
June 7, 20178 yr Their dress code is actually in line with many other bars around town. Mt. Adams Pavilion has a similar dress code, for example.
June 7, 20178 yr I feel like the easiest way to control who patrons your bar is to just play certain music. If one bar plays Toby Keith, one plays FIDLAR and the other Fetty Wap, those three places will automatically attract different types of people and that's OK. It's when it becomes a written down policy that it starts to feel weird.
June 7, 20178 yr Bars and clubs can let whoever they want in, right? I've stood in line for bullshit clubs in Vegas and LA where the door attendant comes and selects people out of the line to let in. Presumably they pick people who are dressed the nicest, most attractive, etc. it sucks, but it's their right to be choosy, right? I've been barred from entering bars in Cincy before because I had Rainbows (flip flops) on. No biggie...there are plenty of other places around who will take my money.
June 7, 20178 yr Motorcycle bars and biker events routinely ban gang colors to keep troublemakers out.
June 7, 20178 yr There's nothing wrong with having a dress code, it seems to be a problem with how they handled this particular situation. Their press release had a "we are the victim of fake negative reviews on Yelp" feel, instead of an "our bouncer made a big mistake and has been fired" feel. When they came out with their new Facebook page, they added a bunch of photos with strategically placed diversity. People immediately pointed out, there were white guys in those photo wearing plain white t-shirts and oversized necklaces. So, if you're going to have a dress code that bans those things, you should be consistent in enforcing them. Or, they should just admit that they're one of those bars that hand picks its patrons...which I don't think would succeed in OTR.
June 7, 20178 yr While I have no personal knowledge of the events, what I am hearing is that the dress code is only in effect starting at 9 p.m. You can wear whatever you like before that time period and you will be admitted. But if you show up on the weekend at 9 p.m. or later and are not in line with the dress code, you will be denied entry. Regardless of your shade of melanin, you will be admitted and denied based on your dress and the time of your arrival. To my knowledge, this is what happened. However, the story quickly became that TPB was discriminating against African-Americans. An onslaught of FB posts ensued, and the person responding to the FB posts made some questionable responses which only made matters worse. The situation could have been handled better.
June 8, 20178 yr OTR bar overhauls patio into 'oasis' for summer An Over-the-Rhine bar that opened late last year has renovated its outdoor space into a tropical oasis for the summer. Mecca at 1429 Walnut St. has opened a second bar in its patio and transformed the outdoor space into a lush green canopy, continuing the indoor theme of featuring the works of local artists. The bar will also soon introduce a food concept parked in the corner of the patio. Click through the photos below for a look at the overhauled space. More below: http://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/06/08/otr-bar-overhauls-patio-into-oasis-for-summer.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
June 14, 20178 yr Cincinnati soccer club owner opens bar A new bar from the owner of a Cincinnati soccer club and a Covington steakhouse is now open. House of Orange at 433 Johnson St. in Covington opened its doors for a soft opening on June 8 and is now fully open. It's a project of Hans and Johnny Philippo, owners of Lisse Steakhuis in Covington and the Cincinnati Dutch Lions soccer club. More below: http://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/06/14/cincinnati-soccer-club-owner-opens-bar.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
June 16, 20177 yr Look inside Walnut Hills' new coffee and craft beer bar A new bar that specializes in craft coffee and beer is now open in Walnut Hills. Andrew and Anne Decker moved to Cincinnati from Dayton to open Landlocked Social House at 648 E. McMillan St. The project combines their two passions: craft beer and high-end coffee and espresso beverages. The coffee side of the bar opened on June 7, and Landlocked plans to begin serving beer for its grand opening on July 1. Click through the photos below for a look inside. More below: http://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/06/16/look-inside-walnut-hills-new-coffee-and-craft-beer.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
June 22, 20177 yr Pleasant Ridge coffee shop expands, adding full bar A Pleasant Ridge coffee shop partnered with a longtime bar and restaurant operator to expand its services. http://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/06/22/pleasant-ridge-coffee-shop-expands-adding-full-bar.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
June 22, 20177 yr Look inside Walnut Hills' new coffee and craft beer bar A new bar that specializes in craft coffee and beer is now open in Walnut Hills. Andrew and Anne Decker moved to Cincinnati from Dayton to open Landlocked Social House at 648 E. McMillan St. The project combines their two passions: craft beer and high-end coffee and espresso beverages. The coffee side of the bar opened on June 7, and Landlocked plans to begin serving beer for its grand opening on July 1. Click through the photos below for a look inside. More below: http://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/06/16/look-inside-walnut-hills-new-coffee-and-craft-beer.html They missed out by not putting it in Lockland... get it?
June 23, 20177 yr Arcade/beercade owner opening third Greater Cincinnati location The owner of a video game arcade in Forest Fair and beercade in Northside is opening a third location. More below: http://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/06/23/arcade-beercade-owner-opening-third-greater.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
July 3, 20177 yr Historic saloon reopens this week in downtown Cincinnati One of Cincinnati's oldest watering holes will be getting new life when it reopens this week. The historic Bay Horse Cafe, which traces its roots to 1817 when the original location was on the riverfront at Water Street, will reopen 11 a.m. July 5 at 625 Main St., near the streetcar line. More below: http://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/07/03/historic-saloon-reopens-this-week-in-downtown.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
July 18, 20177 yr Historic saloon reopens this week in downtown Cincinnati One of Cincinnati's oldest watering holes will be getting new life when it reopens this week. The historic Bay Horse Cafe, which traces its roots to 1817 when the original location was on the riverfront at Water Street, will reopen 11 a.m. July 5 at 625 Main St., near the streetcar line. More below: http://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/07/03/historic-saloon-reopens-this-week-in-downtown.html Quality establishment, $4 for a 25oz. Hudy (non-happy hour price).
August 31, 20177 yr Beloved West End bar shuts its doors A West End bar that became a haven for musicians, artists and Cincinnati's DIY scene has closed its doors. Rake's End at 2141 Central Ave. hosted its last night in business on Aug. 30. The bar's Facebook page confirmed its closure: YES very sad but true, if you love the Rake come say goodbye tonight, unless things are postponed last minute this is the End, please let Jerome know what the bar/venue meant to you, he needs community and friends during this terribly difficult time... More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/08/31/beloved-west-end-bar-shuts-its-doors.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
September 5, 20177 yr Well, this is certainly interesting: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/09/05/exclusive-owners-of-the-shining-and-tarantino.html
September 5, 20177 yr I really like his other two bars so I'll be interested to see how this one ends up. Certainly a niche that isn't filled downtown though I'm not sure how much of a demand there is for karaoke. The 84.51 building has done a good job of filling their retail space.
September 5, 20177 yr Beloved West End bar shuts its doors A West End bar that became a haven for musicians, artists and Cincinnati's DIY scene has closed its doors. Rake's End at 2141 Central Ave. hosted its last night in business on Aug. 30. The bar's Facebook page confirmed its closure: YES very sad but true, if you love the Rake come say goodbye tonight, unless things are postponed last minute this is the End, please let Jerome know what the bar/venue meant to you, he needs community and friends during this terribly difficult time... More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/08/31/beloved-west-end-bar-shuts-its-doors.html I heard that the guy who owns Rake's End also owned a warehouse where someone ratted him out for letting people live in unpermitted spaces (like the Ghost Ship in Oakland). The illegal rent was keeping Rake's open.
September 5, 20177 yr I think the private karaoke rooms will be really popular with groups from downtown businesses looking for a 'team building' event all the way to bachelorette parties. If the real bar creates half the atmosphere they are describing in that article it should be a really cool place. I personally don't like to sing karaoke, but that doesn't mean I won't drink glowing Japanese tiki cocktails and dance on a neon lit dancefloor...
November 6, 20177 yr Over-the-Rhine's newest bar is now open Over-the-Rhine's newest bar, the third project in the neighborhood from the owners of Liberty's Bar & Bottle, is now open. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/11/06/over-the-rhines-newest-bar-is-now-open.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
November 6, 20177 yr Learn more about the West Side's upcoming video arcade Cincinnati's West Side is getting in on the nostalgia trend with a new video arcade set to open at the beginning of next year. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/11/06/video-arcade-coming-to-cincinnatis-west-side.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
November 7, 20177 yr 4EG has tweeted a few photos from the inside of Rosedale (the bar moving in to the former Neon's space) with the caption "great things take time" (they originally said they'd open in Fall 2017). It looks like the second floor has been completely redone with another bar area replacing the lounge room. Also, the iconic fire hydrant wallpaper has been removed.
November 7, 20177 yr I walked by the other day and it looks almost ready to go. Just need to stock the shelves and open. I'd say they open by at least Dec. 20 of this year, the last technical day of fall. “All truly great thoughts are conceived while walking.” -Friedrich Nietzsche
November 7, 20177 yr I wouldn't be surprised if they try to open in time for Thanksgiving. Biggest bar night of the year.
November 7, 20177 yr OTR getting a bowling alley Over-the-Rhine is getting a new-to-market entertainment concept that includes a bowling alley, pinball machines and a full-size shuffleboard on a rooftop deck. More below: http://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/03/29/exclusive-otr-getting-a-bowling-alley.html Anyone hear any updates on this? I was at Pins in Columbus a couple weeks ago and it's a really fun place that's super popular. Hope they're still planning on opening here as it would do really well in OTR. I remember 16 Bit took longer to open then they originally estimated so hoping it's the same story for Pins.
November 7, 20177 yr I can tell you from experience that it takes forever to get an arcade open. You wouldn't think it would, but it does.
November 8, 20177 yr New Cincinnati bar wins design award A Cincinnati bar that opened this summer is being recognized for its unique design. The Hi-Mark at 3229 Riverside Drive in the East End – opened in August by Elias Leisring of Eli's BBQ and the Lang Thang Group, owners of Pho Lang Thang – is a 2017 winner of the Cincinnati Design Awards. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/11/08/new-cincinnati-bar-wins-design-award.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
November 13, 20177 yr Rick and Morty's Rickmobile coming to Walnut Hills bar A promotional tour for Adult Swim's cult hit show "Rick and Morty" is making a stop at a Walnut Hills bar as it swings through Cincinnati this weekend. The Video Archive at 965 E. McMillan St. is hosting the Rickmobile 2-5 p.m. Nov. 18. The bar – the second by Gorilla Cinema Presents, a creative company known for pop culture and entertainment themed bars, pop-ups and events – was created as a video store/speakeasy themed after the works and career of director Quentin Tarantino. The front is a functioning video store and a hidden wall opens into the bar when you pull on a certain movie. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/11/13/exclusive-rick-and-mortys-rickmobile-coming-to.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
November 21, 20177 yr Former general manager re-opening shuttered Newport bar A Cincinnati bar owner is going back to where it all began, purchasing the shuttered bar where he made his bones as general manager and planning on re-opening it in time for the biggest bar night of the year. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/11/21/former-general-manager-re-opening-shuttered.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
December 7, 20177 yr Mega bar with 200-plus craft beers expanding in Greater Cincinnati A bar concept aimed at craft beer enthusiasts is expanding with a new location in Greater Cincinnati that boasts more than 200 beer selections. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/12/07/exclusive-mega-bar-with-200-plus-craft-beers.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
December 15, 20177 yr Here's when 4EG's new bar opens in the former Neons space and what to expect The operator of some of the biggest bars and venues in Cincinnati is getting ready to open its latest project in an iconic Over-the-Rhine location. Four Entertainment Group (4EG) – the operator of bars including Igby's, Lachey's, the Lackman, Low Spark, the Stretch and the Vestry – is opening Rosedale in the former Famous Neons Unplugged space at 208 E. 12th St. on Dec. 23. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/12/15/heres-when-4egs-new-bar-opens-in-the-former-neons.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
December 22, 20177 yr Look inside Rosedale, Over-the-Rhine's newest bar Rosedale, Over-the-Rhine's newest bar inside the former Famous Neons Unplugged space, opens Dec. 23. Four Entertainment Group (4EG) – the operator of bars including Igby's, Lachey's, the Lackman, Low Spark, the Stretch and the Vestry – is opening Rosedale at 208 E. 12th St. Swipe through the attached photos for a look inside. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2017/12/22/look-inside-rosedale-over-the-rhines-newest-bar.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
December 23, 20177 yr I see zero fire hydrant wallpaper. Iamdissapoint. In all seriousness, nice to see a bar opening in this spot again.
December 23, 20177 yr I was there for the media preview night last night and was pretty impressed. They kept what was cool about Neon's and added some higher end finishes. There seemed to be more bar seating at bar and there's an additional bar in the upstairs room now. No disrespect intended to the folks who put together Neon's Unplugged. Can't wait to see where their "new Neon's" ends up.
January 3, 20187 yr Last week Schwartz's Point had a homecoming show for the St. X jazz diaspora...well 3 of the active musicians that came out of there when I was there. A few more are out there. On vocals Miles Grier, piano Alex Smith, and drums Jeremy Cunningham. I remember the guy on drums flipping out at camp in 1995 when word spread that Jerry Garcia died. At some point over the next year he pivoted from jam bands to jazz. He was a year younger than me but by the time I left he was starting to get it. There is always a little bit of fear that creeps up in you as an upperclassman when someone you ignored as a freshman starts getting good.
January 8, 20187 yr Sleepy Bee opens downtown Cincinnati bar While downtown Cincinnati diners are still waiting for the Sleepy Bee Cafe’s debut on Fourth Street, its creators have opened another entertainment and dining concept in the same building, the Enquirer reports. Aster Social Sippery is now open on the third floor of the building at 8 E. Fourth St. The bar serves craft cocktails and a rotating selection of high-end bar fare with a balcony overlooking the street. It will eventually serve a chef-created brunch menu that differs from the offerings at Sleepy Bee. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2018/01/08/sleepy-bee-opens-downtown-cincinnati-bar.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 16, 20187 yr Here's when Tokyo Kitty, the downtown karaoke bar inspired by 'Lost in Translation,' opens A downtown karaoke bar inspired by the Bill Murray film "Lost in Translation" (2003) from the owners of the Overlook Lodge and Video Archive is opening early next month. Tokyo Kitty at 575 Race St. in the 84.51 building is scheduled to open on Feb. 9. The bar is the latest project by Gorilla Cinema Presents, the creative entertainment company behind the Overlook Lodge – a Walnut Hills bar inspired by Stanley Kubrick's "The Shining" – and Video Archive – a video store and speakeasy inspired by the works of Quentin Tarantino. Owner Jacob Trevino first announced the opening date on the Night of the Living Podcast's Jan. 14 episode. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2018/01/16/heres-when-tokyo-kitty-the-downtown-karaoke-bar.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 23, 20187 yr Daniel Wright's proposed OTR bar faces turbulence A new bar/restaurant concept from Cincinnati chef Daniel Wright has hit a speed bump from neighbors who fear noise from proposed outdoor patio space and the city because of parking regulations. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2018/01/23/exclusive-daniel-wrights-proposed-otr-bar-faces.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 24, 20187 yr Historic Newport pub getting new life A popular O'Bryonville pub is giving new life to a historic Newport drinkery as it prepares to open a second location. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2018/01/23/historic-newport-pub-getting-new-life.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 25, 20187 yr Need a drink? These are Cincinnati craft breweries' winter seasonals The best part of winter, arguably, is all of the dark, rich seasonal beer local breweries come up with to keep us warm on the short, cold days. After all, there isn't much better to do when it's 16 degrees Fahrenheit outside. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2018/01/25/need-a-drinkthese-are-cincinnati-craft-breweries.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 25, 20187 yr Here's when Fairfield's first brewery opens Fairfield's first craft brewery, founded by a longtime homebrewer, is set to open this weekend. Swine City Brewing is hosting its grand opening on Jan. 27 at 4614 Industry Drive, followed by a ribbon cutting on Jan. 28. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2018/01/25/heres-when-fairfields-first-brewery-opens.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 31, 20187 yr Greater Cincinnati liquor store opening speakeasy serving 100-year-old bourbon A Greater Cincinnati liquor store is opening an adjacent appointment-only speakeasy where customers can sample rare and vintage bourbons that will be hard – or impossible – to find anywhere else. The move is thanks to a new Kentucky law that allows for the sale of vintage bourbons that are no longer in production. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2018/01/31/greater-cincinnati-liquor-store-opening-speakeasy.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 9, 20187 yr Look inside Tokyo Kitty, the sensory overload karaoke bar from Gorilla Cinema Tokyo Kitty is the latest bar by Gorilla Cinema Presents, the creative company that brought Cincinnati bars inspired by Stephen King's "The Shining" and the films of Quentin Tarantino. Its grand opening is Feb. 9. Tokyo Kitty, located in the 84.51 Building, is meant to be visual. It's meant to be a visual overload. Owner Jacob Trevino told me, perhaps half joking, that he never thought he'd have to put an epilepsy warning on one of his bars. Go look through the photos. It's a bar that's mean to be seen, not read about. Come back here if you still need words. I'll wait. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2018/02/08/look-inside-tokyo-kitty-the-sensory-overload.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 15, 20187 yr Shaggy 2Dope of Insane Clown Posse played The Mad Frog last Sunday night: $25 at the door. The Mad Frog holds at most 200. So looks like 2Dope has some bills to pay back in Michigan.
February 23, 20187 yr Urban cheese-making shop and bar opening in East Walnut Hills An urban cheese-making shop and bar, which allows patrons to sample Cincinnati-made cheeses paired with beer, wine or spirits, is opening soon in East Walnut Hills. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2018/02/22/urban-cheese-making-shop-and-bar-opening-in-east.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
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