Reviews for Bison Bar

01/05/2020 - Danielle
I went to this bar after a long day, hoping to meet some welcoming people. To my surprise, it was the bartender who dampened the mood. Previously in the night, I noticed certain people getting more liquor than others. I didn't make a fuse out out of it, I just took a mental note. I went to the get my second drink from the bar, once again, just trying to enjoy the night. The bartender proceeded to say, "I don't want to put you on blast, but if you don't tip I don't get paid." He then proceeded to pour my drink and gave it to me saying loudly, "This is your second one.". The woman next to me, who seemed to be a regular, asked what happened and if I was okay. I have no problem tipping bartenders, in fact, I gratefully tipped the person serving at the bar I went to later this night. However, when someone fishes for tips, especially in a job based on customer service, I have no respect. In this case, pour my drink the way you pour everyone else's and you'll get tipped. This incident was embarrassing and unnecessary. He shouldn't have got in to a job that relies on tips- it's part of the game. If you're looking for a place that simply serves drinks, this is not the place for you. I am only writing this to steer people away from going into a place where you won't be welcomed unless you're a regular. If you have some extra gas, try The Goat off of Western Blvd. It is only a dollar to get in with specials every night.