Oldiesmann Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Sounds like nightlife at The Levee is about to get more interesting... http://nky.cincinnati.com/article/AB/20140106/NEWS0103/301060016/Dick-s-Last-Resort-bring-laughs-Levee Note that the article says that employees must "audition" and that training staff will "teach employees how to behave". Wikipedia says the chain is "known for its intentional employment of obnoxious staff". The chain's website says that they're "The Joint Yer Mama Warned You About". 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 At first, I thought this was about Mr. Kinzel. I guess it's not... 19 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoddaH1994 Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Reminds me of the 50's diner at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 This type of thing does nothing for my funnybone. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdawg1998 Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Yes! I love this place! I went to the one in Chicago. The food is alright, but it's one hilarious experience! My mom and I didn't know what it was, and when we got in, the host stared us down and said, "what do you want?" Then when he asked us for drinks, I said water (I don't like soda)...he made fun of me and when he came back with a glass of water, on the side written in marker, in quotations, was "water". The waiters are really mean and funny...what a weird experience it was. Like I said though, the food was OK. I don't really think that's the point of the restaurant, though. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 "People gotta eat." You SURE this isn't about Dick Kinzel? 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KIfan73 Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 There is one of these in Myrtle Beach. I've heard lots of stories about the place, but I've never been. The thing that gets people the most is watching the guests that are eating there seemingly without knowing what kind of place it is. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RailRider Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Count me as one who will not be attending. I have never understood the enjoyment of being harassed by employees while eating low quality over priced food. Then I am supposed to tip them for such an experience. I guess I miss the fun in that. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraX Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 I would not go to this place. I've known people who have gone to one in Chicago. They were not impressed with the atmosphere or quality of food. They said they were over the top rude (and they knew this was to be expected at this establishment) and the food was barely mediocre. I don't see humor on being insulted while spending my hard earned money. I also think it teeters on a bully mentality. I guess some people enjoy it since they have been in business several years. I just don't get it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Browntggrr Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 Don't knock it till ya try it. Dick's is a fun place to go. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upstop Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 Sounds like a bar room brawl waiting to happen...particularly with an "obnoxious" staff mixed with a bunch of drunken pre-gamers. I don't especially trust "edgy" humor either. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraX Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 Guaranteed I would not find it funny, enjoyable or think "wow this is a great time". I've had occasions in my life where I have been belittled, put down and ridiculed. I refuse to willingly put myself into that atmosphere. I strongly prefer a much more positive environment. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThatGuy11 Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 I'm probably not going to go there but... FINALLY something new at the Levee! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upstop Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 I prefer atmosphere like Claddagh Irish Pub at Newport on the Levee. The bar area is a traditional pub, and they have several "rooms". One is a bank-like room with another being a Celtic church. One winter we sat in the bar and listened to a Celtic band. Seems like there was a fireplace there too. It was so relaxing and was a great time. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraX Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 I've been to Claddagh Irish Pub before and the food is delicious. Service was good, too. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 Did someone say Irish Pub? 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TombRaiderFTW Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 ^ Easier to say than "Irish wristwatch". I guess I'm enough of a weirdo to kind of want to try this once. The thing I don't get is what anyone means by "rude". Like, are these people actually making personal attacks, or are they just extraordinarily grumpy? I've dealt with enough grumpy people during my stint in retail work that I find most petty/grumpy attitudes really amusing, so this could be something perfect for me to try every once in a while. I could even laugh off name-calling if that's part of the deal. What all is entailed in the "rude" act? On that note, now I know why I've walked by restaurants with people laughing and wearing white paper hats with insults written on them. I always thought that was just some game people played at parties! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdawg1998 Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 For me, they were not personally attacking anyone. They were, as you said, grumpy. My waiter acted like he hated his job and made a lot of funny jokes. If they personally attack you, then that's not good...at all. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SOBwasaSOB Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 Yea as Jdawg said it is more of a grumpy "I do not want to be here" attitude than personal attacks. They poke fun at you but certainly not personal attacks about your character or anything like that. The worst I heard was making fun of someone clothes, which to me is good fun and silly. I enjoyed myself there but must say the atmosphere is the only selling point (if you are into it) because for the price there is mich better food elsewhere. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creed Bratton Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 I've never been, my sister has. She says the food is overpriced, but it's whatever. She never said that the servers attack people personally.I've seen several friends go to one and post pictures of their fun. This pic is a friend on her vacation in Tennessee. This is what Dick's describes the experience like: From rug-rats to old farts, from high-class to no-class, from the top of the food chain to the bottom of the barrel, it's fun for all and all in fun for those who dare to enter! Sit back and watch or join in the fun. Dick's has always been known for its outrageous, surly, energetic waitstaff who inflict humor upon our guests. Our atmosphere makes everyone feel like they're temporarily breaking all the rules...and getting away with it.I think a lot of people are putting the word "insult" out there, because they are uncomfortable with this type of humor. I get that people have reservations about people poking fun at them, I have had reservations for years, but I learned that if I don't laugh at some of the things I do or believe, someone still is. The thing about Dick's Resort that I've understood as the biggest "insult" is the hats.....they write something on there about you, it can be so extremely far off that it doesn't make sense for you...but here's the thing, the servers don't know you at all...they don't know your life or issues, so why not laugh? Google Image Search Dick's Last Resort, some may be a bit inappropriate, but overall they're pretty humorous IMHO. Either way, I'm happy that a new business is coming to Newport and hope that many here will at least give it a try. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraX Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 I like the dwarf named Grumpy. My mom is grumpy. Mom is 4 ft 9 so her being grumpy is comical. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason1238 Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 Dick's Last Resort is a fun place to go for a group of friends or coworkers. You have to be able to laugh at yourself to enjoy the experience though! I was in Chicago for a trade show about 4 years ago, and a big group of us decided to check it out. I work for an Italian company, and we have a plant in Austria, so there were Americans, Austrians, and Italians in our group of about 20 people. All but one of the Italians left after the server's first visit to our table. They were completely ticked off. The Austrians (I think there were 3 or 4 of them) all LOVED the place and didn't want to go anywhere else for the rest of the show. Also stopped at the one in Gatlinburg with the wife and kids a couple of years ago, and the kids still talk about it...they had a blast! The food is at best mediocre, but I personally have a great time eating there. I think it'll be good for the area, and I know once my kids find out it's there, we'll have to go! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 Hmmm. Mediocre food in an entertainment showcase. Sounds familiar. Do I dare inquire about pricing? Italian O'Terpy 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gabe Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 The one here in downtown Indy opened last year and I've never seen it crowded-even during big events. My office window overlooks it, so I can see the trickle of people who go in/out of there on a daily basis. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 They opened in London, England. It failed. Miserably. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason1238 Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 Wow...tough crowd! Pricing as I remember was in line with larger chains like Outback, Bennigans, Cheddars and the like...but who knows on the Levee? Austrian Jason 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 I just wondered. Some of the Yelp reviews for US locations claimed two drinks and an order of wings were $85. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason1238 Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 I'm on the fence about Yelp. I've not had much luck trusting reviews there recently. I have recently found that, apparently, there are people with tastes and budgets different than mine that are writing reviews there. Whouda' thunk it? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shark6495 Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 I have been to Dick's once and it was in Cleveland before it closed. I was a youngin but I still remember it. Not many other places I remember eating at on vacations when I was a kiddo. Most likely we will probably go as a fun nostalgia thing with the family but I cant see my family going often. From what I remember it was fun to eat their. Cant comment about the food. I have learned that YELP and other review sites are good but not great. Same thing with reviews on products. Most people who comment on something are either super upset or super happy about an experience. Those that are in the middle rarely comment and recommend dont recommend a place.. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldiesmann Posted January 8, 2014 Author Share Posted January 8, 2014 It will be interesting to see how long this place lasts. Jeff Ruby's Tropicana, which originally occupied that spot, was huge. Eric Deters' Bulldog's seemed popular enough but didn't last long (not entirely sure why). I've heard that the rent for that spot was $10k a month, but with new management since then (the former manager resigned and was last seen managing Bridgewater Falls near Hamilton), things may have changed. As far as "finally" something new - there have been other new venues at the Levee recently. A new dance club called Flashbacks recently opened in the space originally occupied by Shadowbox (and later by a teen club called Blast), and a new bar and grill called River Rock opened last month in the space once occupied by Jefferson Hall (and briefly by the highly-touted Kentucky Bourbon bar called The Still, which suddenly closed in October). Also, a small sandwich shop called Petra Cuisine opened last year in the space once occupied by Smoothie King (serving gyros and similar items, and baklava for dessert). Things are slowly improving Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S3 with Tapatalk 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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