Methods for Reviewing Bars

We do occasionally leave the friendly confines of the house. For times when we go Bar Hunting we will use the following criteria to judge the establishment. The purpose or goal of the bar will be taken into account when we rate the place. A dive bar and a swank club should not be judged on the same scale. They serve different purposes.

  • Atmosphere What is the feel of the place? Sports bar, dive, loud, friendly, romantic, kitschy, swank? How good is the service? 10 points
  • Beer Selection A big deal. How long is the list? Anything adventurous? Does the beer selection match the food? 15 points
  • Beer Service Is the beer served in the proper glass? If it’s bottled, is it served with a glass at all? Too cold? Too warm? 5 points
  • Food How is the menu?  Anything unique or interesting?  How are the portion sizes, flavors, presentation, and freshness?  10 points
  • Price Are the prices reasonable? Are there food and beer selections that are a good value? Are there food or beer specials? 10 points

We reserve the right to change our methods and probably will. We will most likely revisit bars more than once. You’ll like that, though. More to read!

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