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TT Tonga Trader Tiki Socialite Chicago Joined: Jan 23, 2006 Posts: 127	TT Tonga Trader Posted posted on Thu, Mar 3, 2016 5:26 PM On 2016-02-25 09:34, Tipsy McStagger wrote: I'll also add that big plans are in the works for the bar area. It's going to become more of a lounge area - the tables across from the bar are going away - a bar rail and taller tables will replace them. New lighting will be added and the old lights will be peppered in amongst the decor in the rest the place in the other rooms. A bank if slot machines and an atm will be in the far corner to your right when you enter the bar. I just finished up the trim to be dropped off this weekend - all should be in place in time for the show. Wait, what? There's nothing "lounge" about high tables and a bar rail. I can understand the concept of wanting to increase business but that's certainly going to change the vibe of the place. They never allowed standing before - you have to wait to be seated for service. And slot machines? While we have been encouraged by the enthusiasm there lately, I have to wonder how this will affect their core clientele? - and I'm not talking about us tiki people. Most people we see waiting for tables on weekends are couples looking for a romantic date spot. TT

On 2016-02-25 09:34, Tipsy McStagger wrote:
I'll also add that big plans are in the works for the bar area. It's going to become more of a lounge area - the tables across from the bar are going away - a bar rail and taller tables will replace them. New lighting will be added and the old lights will be peppered in amongst the decor in the rest the place in the other rooms. A bank if slot machines and an atm will be in the far corner to your right when you enter the bar. I just finished up the trim to be dropped off this weekend - all should be in place in time for the show.

Wait, what? There's nothing "lounge" about high tables and a bar rail. I can understand the concept of wanting to increase business but that's certainly going to change the vibe of the place. They never allowed standing before - you have to wait to be seated for service. And slot machines?

While we have been encouraged by the enthusiasm there lately, I have to wonder how this will affect their core clientele? - and I'm not talking about us tiki people. Most people we see waiting for tables on weekends are couples looking for a romantic date spot.

Post #760111 by Tonga Trader on Thu, Mar 3, 2016 5:26 PM