The Tin Can

WELL DRESSED FOREIGN BUSINESS MEN NOT ALLOWED!!!! The management at this establishment do not seem to be sober enough after midnight to read government official paperwork used for identification.
I witnessed the door guy refuse entry to this group of 3, well dressed people in line. There were 2 guys and and a gal. What caught my eye was their attire, thinking they were a good looking group. I could hear the group asking for a reason they were not going to be let in and the door guy wouldn't give them a reason. Then another tin can guy came up, didn't try to figure out what was going on, just walked up and said, "he said No entry, just leave."
I had to know what was going on so I approached them as they walked away.
The jist of what happened: two of them had regular ID's, the 3rd had ppwk from homeland security to prove he could be here, student visa ppwk. When the 3rd guy gave them his ppwk, the guy immediately said you two can go in, but not this guy (the one with the ppwk). The gal asked why and they wouldn't give them a reason. She asked if it was because he was brown! That's when the other came up and told them all to go, still not giving them a reason.
I do NOT tolerate discrimination, if it was because TIN CAN saw color, race, couldn't read the ppwk presented, couldn't understand a very minor accent, or hit their ratio of foreigners in the bldg, TIN CAN showed they are not worth returning to.
The group was very interesting, nice people. So sorry they had to be treated like that. TIN CAN should be ashamed of themselves.
No, I was not in the Tin Can. I was walking to my car when I saw this unfold.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Overall great and relaxing establishment to enjoy a couple cold ones with the fellas, maybe run a couple games of beer pong, or even just to chop it up with the locals.

Suzy is always warm and welcoming when providing your drinks, or even recommending something new to try, as well as most of the other staff.

Gritty, but I'm into gritty. Sat outdoors some, inside some, great place to have a drink and chat with a friend or stand an event.

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 5

My friend & I were utterly shocked at the complete lack of respect we were shown here tonight. The bartender not only acted as if we were bothering her, she blatantly told us we were.
If I’m not mistaken, it’s a bartenders job to serve drinks & take drink orders, which would include answering questions pertaining to said drinks.

As you can see here in the photo I attached; their drink menu includes selections such as: “Windex”, “Smurf Piss”, & “Surfer on Acid”. I beg your pardon? I had no idea what these drinks contained. So I then asked what 2 of the drinks included.
When I attempted to ask my second question, the bartender then responded with; “honey this isn't 20 questions, I’m not answering anymore questions tonight, pick your drink & let’s go.”

I was appalled. My friend had to verbally correct her on my behalf. This was my first time at this establishment & I will not be returning.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

The bouncer and his creepy attitude ruined the entire experience

Atmosphere: 1

Great bar, great staff, great prices. Julian is the best bartender there is!

Service: 5

Julien is the best!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Not a place I would usually go to but I had a great time. Huge selection of drinks, super friendly staff, and pretty decent bar food. Our bartender katie made us feel right at home.

Katie made my experience at the Tin Can one of the most memorable experiences that I have had in Grand Rapids in a very long time. Very attentive and engaging. Fast service and always had a smile. Thank you Katie!

Service: 5

Great atmosphere and great service from Katie.

The bartenders here are amazing - Katie always takes great care of us. Love the selection of drinks. And the pudding shots never disappoint! You get a mix of all vibes - packed house (great for people watching) on the weekends, a great spot for an after work drink during the week and a nice mix of events like trivia in the evenings.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Had a great time and loved the staff! Both Katie and Suzy behind the bar had great suggestions as their canned drink variety was extensive. Very attentive and great service. Food was delicious, quick, and light on the wallet. Would recommend to anyone coming to the Grand Rapids area. Will be coming back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pudding Shots, BBQ, Nachos

Katie was so fun and accommodating! She introduced me to the giant non-alcoholic selection, very cool!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Very comfortable place to grab a drink and some grub. Loved the nachos and mango habanero cider. Friendly and prompt service, good vibes, outdoor seating, an unexpected gem that I was grateful to find. Brightened my afternoon, thanks largely to the charming bartender. Would definitely come back here.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The service is good, but I find it very weird and racist that all of the hip-hop songs are blocked from the jukebox.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 4