Bar News & Reviews - Page 9

December 7, 2020

Owner of Mac’s Public House claims he didn’t hit deputy with car; bar to close temporarily

The co-owner of a New York City bar that has continued to defy Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s coronavirus orders maintained his innocence Monday after being released from custody over allegedly striking a sheriff’s deputy with his car over the weekend.

December 6, 2020

Staten Island bar owner accused of hitting deputy with car was ‘scared for his life,’ lawyer says

The co-owner of a Staten Island bar who officials say has continued to defy New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s coronavirus restrictions was arrested early Sunday for the second time in less than a week after allegedly hitting a deputy with his car, authorities said.

December 6, 2020

Los Angeles County protest of dining ban targets supervisor who voted for it

A Los Angeles County supervisor got an earful of complaints Saturday from protesters who are upset about the county’s ban on outdoor dining as coronavirus numbers climb.

December 5, 2020

‘Autonomous zone’ NYC bar reopens despite COVID-19 restrictions

A Staten Island bar that has declared itself a COVID-19 restriction “autonomous zone” was back open for two hours on Friday night, in continued defiance of its suspended liquor license and despite one of its owners’ arrest just three days prior.

December 5, 2020

Los Angeles bar owner rips Garcetti, Newsom over double standard on outdoor dining

A Los Angeles bar owner was fighting back tears Friday, claiming Mayor Eric Garcetti had shut down the outdoor patio at her business -- while letting a Hollywood movie crew set up an outdoor dining area just a short distance away.

December 2, 2020

NYC bar owner handcuffed, taken away for allegedly defying coronavirus rules: report

A co-owner of a New York City tavern was taken away from the business in handcuffs Tuesday night, accused of defying state and city mandates related to the coronavirus pandemic, according to a report.

November 30, 2020

Tequila bar attempts to reclassify business as a religion in hopes of remaining open during the pandemic

James Aspell, the proprietor of 400 Rabbits, has admitted that his stunt is mostly aimed at raising awareness for the plight of England’s bar industry. Nottingham, where 400 Rabbits operates, is currently designated as a Tier Three area by the U.K. government, meaning it can only remain open for takeout or delivery.

November 19, 2020

Nebraska ex-bar employee seeks donations after firing over video of maskless Gov. Ricketts: reports

A Nebraska woman was fired this week after posting video that showed Gov. Pete Ricketts maskless amid the coronavirus pandemic, celebrating on Election Night at the bar where the woman worked.

November 5, 2020

London bar named best in the world in new ranking

When it comes to spots to stop for a drink, this place really raises the bar.

October 31, 2020

Michigan bars, restaurants will require diners' names, phone numbers starting Monday

Diners in Michigan will be required to give their name and number to restaurants and bars starting Monday in an effort to contain a recent coronavirus surge, according to a report.