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.
October 8, 2020 Texas bars allowed to reopen if county judges agree, Gov. Abbott says Effective Oct. 14, bars in counties that choose to opt-in can resume in-person service at 50% capacity. All customers must be seated while eating or drinking.
October 6, 2020 Karaoke bar in Canada puts performers inside 'shower stall' for socially distanced singing Tracie England, the owner of Tracie's Place Karaoke Bar and Restaurant, says the reaction to the "shower stall" idea has been positive.
September 18, 2020 Florida bar owner bans masks, will eject patrons who wear face coverings: 'I don't want them here' Gary Kirby, the owner of Westside Sports Bar and Lounge in West Melbourne, says he doesn't "agree" with the idea of mandating masks.
September 16, 2020 San Diego bar manager assaulted by maskless customer over PPE enforcement A bar manager in San Diego says he was assaulted by a man who refused to wear mask over Labor Day weekend, and will need surgery to fix his broken nose.
