I can actually say that this is the very first time I have ever written a review about ANY establishment, and it will be a lengthy one. Words can’t even begin to describe how disappointed I was with the zephyr pub tonight… disappointed is an understatement. I am saddened, alarmed, and distraught about my experience this evening. As someone who has grown and lived their entire life in Kent, I would like to and am PROUD to say that I have known and experienced my life here, in the heart of Kent, Ohio. As a place that is supposedly “known” for “taking pride” in accepting all walks of life into their establishment, I can honestly say that I have never before felt so judged and discriminated against by any other group of employees. The patrons were all a joy and pleasure to be around, as for the staff, I sadly cannot say the same. The cliquey, high school feel was at an all-time high. Some things I cannot put into words, all I can say is that if you’re a fun-loving and free-spirited individual in your mid 30’s, you may not feel so welcome at this establishment past 10 pm. Again, I can’t express enough that the other patrons there were phenomenal and just a joy to be around, however, if I could leave the staff less than a one star review, I absolutely would. The person who owns this establishment should be ashamed in the atmosphere they have here (which I already have been told and know your name) and if you would like to know in further detail about how disappointed I was In the treatment by several of your staff members, I encourage you to contact me personally. Not to mention, When I spoke to a few employees from several of the surrounding businesses, they already knew EXACTLY what I was referring to when it came to complaints about your bar. Several times, I had asked the young man at the door taking IDs If I could have the name of one of your bartenders, he repeatedly and rudely kept replying with “NO” and “WHY”? Well now I have the question…WHY?
David Trethewey
I'm putting 5 *s for food in lieu of a 5* rating for their brews. They have a frankly jaw-droppingly good lineup of craft beers. The prices are great and the patrons are very friendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Zach Boggs
It is a cheap dive bar that occasionally offers live music. The atmosphere here, though, is quite fun.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Xavia Dimoff
10/10 bathroom experience. Zephyr is LGBTQ+ safe and comfortable. The women's bathroom is single use and doesn't have any signs in it telling people how to ask for help from the bar from creepy people. Anyone worried about being questioned for their choice of bathroom can put those fears away. The water was perfectly warm and rejuvenating. Would give 4.5 out of 5 because the men's bathroom is incredibly cramped and uncomfortable for the urinal and stall for 2 people, but after having a premium experience in the women's bathroom, Zephyr deserves 5 stars.
Atmosphere: 5
William Sesek
Staff was great crowd was chill and the band was great!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Brianna Stephan
***IF YOU HAVE OUT OF STATE LICENSE DO NOT COME HERE***
Prefacing this by saying my boyfriend and I just moved here from out of state and I went to this bar multiple times prior when there was no bouncer and it was FINE. At that point had no complaints about this bar and would’ve happily gone back.
I have attempted coming back twice now, and will never step foot near this property again. First time a few weeks ago, went with my boyfriend and a young girl was checking ID’s at the door. Handed her my ID, and she proceeds to bend it completely in half multiple times and refused service. When my boyfriend and I explained it is my government issued real ID and we had just moved, she then denied again and tried to pocket it twice and told me I wasn’t getting it back- until I took it out of her hand and we walked out. Going forward to last night, we decided to give it a try one more time, thinking it could’ve just been a rough night prior. This time was a young guy at the door, and gave him my ID, and he continued to bend it fully in half this time, multiple times, and when I asked him to kindly stop and explain I’m in the process of getting my Ohio license and had just moved, he then ridiculed me and told me I was lying and proceed to completely pick at the edge of my license until the plastic fully came off and bend it more- trying to prove me wrong. Again, I took my ID back, and didn’t even have the chance or option to talk to a manager. I am obviously very heated at this ignorance and complete disregard for respect, and would like to mention I tried calling this business twice to speak to someone but they conveniently have their phones disconnected which is making me now write this review. Not only do I feel completely disrespected but my property is now fully damaged forcing me no choice but to get a new ID as soon as possible because mine is now ruined from this bar’s carelessness. Giving this lack of communication and unprofessionalism I’m likely to file a police report due to the amount of damage done.
THIS BAR IS NOT WORTH GOING TO, YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Good You
Terrible bartenders. Big dude with curly hair just glares at people. Gave me the creeps. Will not return until there's new staff. Been there twice and was always treated very rudely
Service: 1
Everything ResEvil
Always meet cool people here. Prices are great! The layout of the place is fantastic and a lot of decent enough music comes through. I'm suprised they still do the alt/punk hipster thing. I thought that scene was dead. Staff is rude as all hell. Would be a great bar if they replaced all of the employees and got some actually decent bands to play.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 1
Samantha Anne
I love the Zephyr. My favorite bar in Kent, LGBT friendly place. The drinks quality can be a bit inconsistent like any bar, but overall I usually have a good drink! I love going for the drag shows. I love the staff. Chris is a social butterfly ?
One of the better in Kent..shame how my hometown crashed....
Parker Jacobs
Decent bar. Interesting multi-level design.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Jamie A
Bartenders and staff are just as rude as can be. Especially if you’re over the age of 25.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Alan North Carolina
Main area, back yard with live music some nights, upstairs, patio. It’s a great place for an easy drink with friends. Definitely, and welcomed, NOT the club scene.
I can actually say that this is the very first time I have ever written a review about ANY establishment, and it will be a lengthy one. Words can’t even begin to describe how disappointed I was with the zephyr pub tonight… disappointed is an understatement. I am saddened, alarmed, and distraught about my experience this evening. As someone who has grown and lived their entire life in Kent, I would like to and am PROUD to say that I have known and experienced my life here, in the heart of Kent, Ohio. As a place that is supposedly “known” for “taking pride” in accepting all walks of life into their establishment, I can honestly say that I have never before felt so judged and discriminated against by any other group of employees. The patrons were all a joy and pleasure to be around, as for the staff, I sadly cannot say the same. The cliquey, high school feel was at an all-time high. Some things I cannot put into words, all I can say is that if you’re a fun-loving and free-spirited individual in your mid 30’s, you may not feel so welcome at this establishment past 10 pm. Again, I can’t express enough that the other patrons there were phenomenal and just a joy to be around, however, if I could leave the staff less than a one star review, I absolutely would. The person who owns this establishment should be ashamed in the atmosphere they have here (which I already have been told and know your name) and if you would like to know in further detail about how disappointed I was In the treatment by several of your staff members, I encourage you to contact me personally. Not to mention, When I spoke to a few employees from several of the surrounding businesses, they already knew EXACTLY what I was referring to when it came to complaints about your bar. Several times, I had asked the young man at the door taking IDs If I could have the name of one of your bartenders, he repeatedly and rudely kept replying with “NO” and “WHY”? Well now I have the question…WHY?
I'm putting 5 *s for food in lieu of a 5* rating for their brews. They have a frankly jaw-droppingly good lineup of craft beers. The prices are great and the patrons are very friendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It is a cheap dive bar that occasionally offers live music. The atmosphere here, though, is quite fun.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
10/10 bathroom experience. Zephyr is LGBTQ+ safe and comfortable. The women's bathroom is single use and doesn't have any signs in it telling people how to ask for help from the bar from creepy people. Anyone worried about being questioned for their choice of bathroom can put those fears away. The water was perfectly warm and rejuvenating. Would give 4.5 out of 5 because the men's bathroom is incredibly cramped and uncomfortable for the urinal and stall for 2 people, but after having a premium experience in the women's bathroom, Zephyr deserves 5 stars.
Atmosphere: 5
Staff was great crowd was chill and the band was great!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
***IF YOU HAVE OUT OF STATE LICENSE DO NOT COME HERE***
Prefacing this by saying my boyfriend and I just moved here from out of state and I went to this bar multiple times prior when there was no bouncer and it was FINE. At that point had no complaints about this bar and would’ve happily gone back.
I have attempted coming back twice now, and will never step foot near this property again. First time a few weeks ago, went with my boyfriend and a young girl was checking ID’s at the door. Handed her my ID, and she proceeds to bend it completely in half multiple times and refused service. When my boyfriend and I explained it is my government issued real ID and we had just moved, she then denied again and tried to pocket it twice and told me I wasn’t getting it back- until I took it out of her hand and we walked out.
Going forward to last night, we decided to give it a try one more time, thinking it could’ve just been a rough night prior. This time was a young guy at the door, and gave him my ID, and he continued to bend it fully in half this time, multiple times, and when I asked him to kindly stop and explain I’m in the process of getting my Ohio license and had just moved, he then ridiculed me and told me I was lying and proceed to completely pick at the edge of my license until the plastic fully came off and bend it more- trying to prove me wrong. Again, I took my ID back, and didn’t even have the chance or option to talk to a manager.
I am obviously very heated at this ignorance and complete disregard for respect, and would like to mention I tried calling this business twice to speak to someone but they conveniently have their phones disconnected which is making me now write this review.
Not only do I feel completely disrespected but my property is now fully damaged forcing me no choice but to get a new ID as soon as possible because mine is now ruined from this bar’s carelessness. Giving this lack of communication and unprofessionalism I’m likely to file a police report due to the amount of damage done.
THIS BAR IS NOT WORTH GOING TO, YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Terrible bartenders. Big dude with curly hair just glares at people. Gave me the creeps. Will not return until there's new staff. Been there twice and was always treated very rudely
Service: 1
Always meet cool people here. Prices are great! The layout of the place is fantastic and a lot of decent enough music comes through. I'm suprised they still do the alt/punk hipster thing. I thought that scene was dead. Staff is rude as all hell. Would be a great bar if they replaced all of the employees and got some actually decent bands to play.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 1
I love the Zephyr. My favorite bar in Kent, LGBT friendly place. The drinks quality can be a bit inconsistent like any bar, but overall I usually have a good drink! I love going for the drag shows. I love the staff. Chris is a social butterfly ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Watermelon Starburst
Pool, beer And a jukebox. Easy.
Restaurantji Recommends
Place is cool as hell
One of the better in Kent..shame how my hometown crashed....
Decent bar. Interesting multi-level design.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Bartenders and staff are just as rude as can be. Especially if you’re over the age of 25.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Main area, back yard with live music some nights, upstairs, patio. It’s a great place for an easy drink with friends. Definitely, and welcomed, NOT the club scene.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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