I’ve never left a negative review before, but tonight was so outrageous that I feel absolutely compelled to speak up. I was kicked out of this jazz bar – not for being loud, not for being rude – but for politely asking for earplugs because the music was painfully loud.
The staff showed zero understanding, zero respect, and zero professionalism. Instead of responding to a perfectly reasonable request with any form of decency, they acted dismissive, arrogant, and ultimately threw us out like we were a problem. I’ve never in my life been treated so poorly in any venue, ever.
If you value good service, respectful treatment, and a place where you’re actually welcome – steer clear. There are far better venues in the city with better music, better atmosphere, and most importantly, people who actually know how to treat guests like human beings.
Never. Ever. Again.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Joel Skreosen
This place is some of the worst places I’ve ever been. Me and some friends went to listen to jazz, and it was pretty loud and we forgot earplugs. I went to the bar and asked if he had any, and they went sooo mad. They sent out the whole group, and laughed at us on the way out, like they wanted to start a fight.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Laura Dame
Live music was great!
Atmosphere: 5
Dynamite Roark
Fun, laid-back Tex-Mex grill with great service and a corner bar atmosphere.
Thomas Becker
The guy at the bar 5’7-8 gotea beard trash can if he was my employee I would fire on the spot non the less the place was super nice
ischaffee
Came for the music nice bartender..great music..nice crowd
Harvey bouchard
I didn't eat anything, but, folks were there eating, listening to all of us singing karaoke!!. I had a blast. First time in many years. I'm so glad I went there to start my performance journey. Ty to DJM!! I'll try some food next time.
Jeanine Lynch
La Cocina food is amazing! Real Mexican for sure!!! 😋😋😋
I've been to this place and The Naked Turtle about 10 times over the past several years, and there is nothing but disappointment and despair. Several of the visits included audible grumbling by the employees about their boss, and they just seemed completely miserable. Additionally, the prices are comically high, and they also have the gall to charge a cover charge for whatever crappy cover band they have playing. Most recently, I was trying to be a good samaritan, and return lost property to someone who lost their property at another bar. I went to all of the bars in the downtown core, and this is the only one where the bouncers were completely rude and absolutely worthless in helping me find the person I was looking for. Regardless, the locals know this place is a dump for a reason.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Adrian Johnston
Thoroughly disappointed in my experience. Was attempting to report a man at the bar who had groping and grabbing women on the dance floor and in the process was asked to leave.
I had brushed by a man trying to make the report and the man was upset I had said “excuse me” rather than “excuse me please” I had apologized and explained to the man what I was trying to do, and he responded with “I don’t care you don’t matter. I know the bar tender here and I’m going to kick you out.”
I had responded with I do not care if I’m kicked out, I just want the man who was openly grabbing and bothering women on the dance floor to be reported. And I had been not even minutes later asked to leave, not before pointing out the man on the dance floor.
I’ve always felt safe at Olive Ridley’s despite the recent events that have happened there, but this event has opened my eyes.
The bouncers and bartenders are easily bought with tips and frequent regulars. And that makes the establishment unsafe, I’ve asked the company to review the footage and their policy’s regarding these events.
I personally no longer feel safe at this establishment, and it’s no wonder there have been so many drugging incidents and fights at this place. I do not go out often however I don’t know if I will go to Olive Ridley’s again, either for food or entertainment for my own safety.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Jack Duffy
Went for drinks and to hear the band. I scored a table while my wife went to the mostly empty bar. She was back in fifteen minutes with drinks. I went next, to a still empty bar. The bartender got turned so as to not see me, and as he served them, he said he'd be with me next. He then sipped his own drink, checked his phone, and went to the back. That's it. Never again.
Service: 1
Eddie Webbinaro
Pretty quiet atmosphere and building in need of some attention. Service was low key but kind. Bar was out of simple syrup but had decent beer on tap.
Amazing Place in town!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve never left a negative review before, but tonight was so outrageous that I feel absolutely compelled to speak up. I was kicked out of this jazz bar – not for being loud, not for being rude – but for politely asking for earplugs because the music was painfully loud.
The staff showed zero understanding, zero respect, and zero professionalism. Instead of responding to a perfectly reasonable request with any form of decency, they acted dismissive, arrogant, and ultimately threw us out like we were a problem. I’ve never in my life been treated so poorly in any venue, ever.
If you value good service, respectful treatment, and a place where you’re actually welcome – steer clear. There are far better venues in the city with better music, better atmosphere, and most importantly, people who actually know how to treat guests like human beings.
Never. Ever. Again.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
This place is some of the worst places I’ve ever been.
Me and some friends went to listen to jazz, and it was pretty loud and we forgot earplugs.
I went to the bar and asked if he had any, and they went sooo mad. They sent out the whole group, and laughed at us on the way out, like they wanted to start a fight.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Live music was great!
Atmosphere: 5
Fun, laid-back Tex-Mex grill with great service and a corner bar atmosphere.
The guy at the bar 5’7-8 gotea beard trash can if he was my employee I would fire on the spot non the less the place was super nice
Came for the music nice bartender..great music..nice crowd
I didn't eat anything, but, folks were there eating, listening to all of us singing karaoke!!. I had a blast. First time in many years. I'm so glad I went there to start my performance journey. Ty to DJM!! I'll try some food next time.
La Cocina food is amazing! Real Mexican for sure!!! 😋😋😋
Wings were delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
I've been to this place and The Naked Turtle about 10 times over the past several years, and there is nothing but disappointment and despair. Several of the visits included audible grumbling by the employees about their boss, and they just seemed completely miserable. Additionally, the prices are comically high, and they also have the gall to charge a cover charge for whatever crappy cover band they have playing. Most recently, I was trying to be a good samaritan, and return lost property to someone who lost their property at another bar. I went to all of the bars in the downtown core, and this is the only one where the bouncers were completely rude and absolutely worthless in helping me find the person I was looking for. Regardless, the locals know this place is a dump for a reason.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Thoroughly disappointed in my experience. Was attempting to report a man at the bar who had groping and grabbing women on the dance floor and in the process was asked to leave.
I had brushed by a man trying to make the report and the man was upset I had said “excuse me” rather than “excuse me please” I had apologized and explained to the man what I was trying to do, and he responded with “I don’t care you don’t matter. I know the bar tender here and I’m going to kick you out.”
I had responded with I do not care if I’m kicked out, I just want the man who was openly grabbing and bothering women on the dance floor to be reported. And I had been not even minutes later asked to leave, not before pointing out the man on the dance floor.
I’ve always felt safe at Olive Ridley’s despite the recent events that have happened there, but this event has opened my eyes.
The bouncers and bartenders are easily bought with tips and frequent regulars. And that makes the establishment unsafe, I’ve asked the company to review the footage and their policy’s regarding these events.
I personally no longer feel safe at this establishment, and it’s no wonder there have been so many drugging incidents and fights at this place. I do not go out often however I don’t know if I will go to Olive Ridley’s again, either for food or entertainment for my own safety.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Went for drinks and to hear the band. I scored a table while my wife went to the mostly empty bar. She was back in fifteen minutes with drinks.
I went next, to a still empty bar. The bartender got turned so as to not see me, and as he served them, he said he'd be with me next. He then sipped his own drink, checked his phone, and went to the back. That's it. Never again.
Service: 1
Pretty quiet atmosphere and building in need of some attention. Service was low key but kind. Bar was out of simple syrup but had decent beer on tap.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Curry Fries
It is a good burger and nice beer selection.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Sandwich
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