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d Avis Fine Artzz n Dispair
The east side of the river really isn’t dirty anymore. It’s been gentrified with your typical cookie cutter businesses and people. I enjoyed my Saturday afternoon visit. The prices are typical with the area. The bartender was on point and it wasn’t to sticky. For me the ambience wasn’t what I expected. Numerous bachelorette parties and those people that ride that drinking wagon thing came and went. A privileged frat boy sorority girl feel but maybe it was just the day. Without the patio I don’t think I’d bother with the place and I wonder what happens in the winter 3/4s of their seating disappears. I’ll swing in again to enjoy a nice patio evening but maybe on a weekday instead.
… moreJames LaClair
Joe is the best bartender! He’s so kind and attentive! He makes the bestest drinks! and the best burgers on the weekend! He curatives the most comforting vibes and he’s so funny n silly! Love coming to see him!
… moreJohnny Fizz
They ID you at the door but don’t require vaccination for covid. The bar tenders were very nice and knowledgeable of their craft. 1 helped me pick my 1st drink ever at a bar and it was delicious. I ordered 2different flavored mules, lime and a cherry. I left a tip for both good drinks. It was a nice place to sit and hangout. They have a fireplace and a bit of retro decore which is cool. I’d absolutely return and celebrate another New Years Eve here.
… moreTerri Heisterkamp
The 3:30 bartender was less than engaging. Don’t come here for vibes from the bar tender.
… moreNick G
Great place to have drinks. Has a food truck most of the time. Padio is bigger than the inside. Classic dive bar inside. Cheap beer!
Try the coffee drink if you get tired at night. It still has alcohol in it.
Must go if it’s a nice day. Rooftop bar is down the street which makes a great second place.
… moreTry the coffee drink if you get tired at night. It still has alcohol in it.
Must go if it’s a nice day. Rooftop bar is down the street which makes a great second place.
J O
If you ever want to meet the human embodiment of a red flag, his name is Joe and he bartends at Ernie’s Boondock.
My friend and I came in for something simple — a High Noon Peach and a Mango White Claw. That’s it. Joe decides to play “fun bartender” and slides us a shot with a smile, saying nothing except the unspoken implication every customer knows: this is on the house. Spoiler alert — it wasn’t.
The “gift”? Jeppson’s Malört. If you’ve never had it, imagine drinking grapefruit rind steeped in regret and battery acid. Neither of us asked for it, neither of us wanted it, but in good faith, we drank it. Big mistake. Huge.
Then Joe pulls the shadiest move in the book: “Hey, it’s shift change, can you close out?” And what do we find on the tab? Yep — the disgusting shots HE decided to give us, added to the bill like we’d ordered them. Before we could even argue, Joe bolted like a little coward, leaving his mess behind.
Thank God for Elijah, the next bartender, who had decent hair, basic manners, and didn’t try to scam us. Props to him for proving this bar can employ normal humans.
Moral of the story: if Joe offers you a shot, don’t walk — RUN. The only thing free about it is the secondhand embarrassment.
… moreMy friend and I came in for something simple — a High Noon Peach and a Mango White Claw. That’s it. Joe decides to play “fun bartender” and slides us a shot with a smile, saying nothing except the unspoken implication every customer knows: this is on the house. Spoiler alert — it wasn’t.
The “gift”? Jeppson’s Malört. If you’ve never had it, imagine drinking grapefruit rind steeped in regret and battery acid. Neither of us asked for it, neither of us wanted it, but in good faith, we drank it. Big mistake. Huge.
Then Joe pulls the shadiest move in the book: “Hey, it’s shift change, can you close out?” And what do we find on the tab? Yep — the disgusting shots HE decided to give us, added to the bill like we’d ordered them. Before we could even argue, Joe bolted like a little coward, leaving his mess behind.
Thank God for Elijah, the next bartender, who had decent hair, basic manners, and didn’t try to scam us. Props to him for proving this bar can employ normal humans.
Moral of the story: if Joe offers you a shot, don’t walk — RUN. The only thing free about it is the secondhand embarrassment.
Brooke Greve
Great dive bar vibe! They’re slinging Black Velvet like it’s gold…take that as you may. (Only drawback is their Yelp review says they serve burgers and that is not the case!)
… moreJ
The door guy had nice hair and was extremely charming
… moreJae Fleshner
Joe is absolutely phenomenal! He gave us great service, and we love his crop tops
… moreChris Fazio
Local staple, certified Saeger bar! Go for the big Hamms on draft!
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