Zinc, New York, New York, American Restaurant Details

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nice atmosphere

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Bad costumer service, unfriendly owner, HAD MY CREDIT CARD HELD HOSTAGE... I went with a friend, who bought an offer from Google (buy one, get a second pass free two months before going), and the owner and bouncer after inspecting it, approving, and clicking on it (cashing it in) harassed us through the night saying that we need to pay for the second ticket despite having accepted the offer. Through the night, he walked up to us several times. They stood behind where we were sitting, not far from us, and were talking about what to do about the offer loudly, and were looking it us. It was quite uncomfortable. I felt unwelcomed and do not understand why someone would put out an offer online and not honor it, or cash in the offer at the door and approve, than later walk up and ask for more money.... ?

Finally, I asked to close my tab, finding it too much... and surprise surprise, besides my bill they charged me an extra $15... without notice charging my card (not asking if I want to pay cash for it, or informing me personally that I need to pay...since they had the conversation throughout the night with my friend.... besides the point that my friend invited me and wanted the cover my charge) THEY KEPT MY CARD, and did not return it, until I paid for my entrance... So I signed the bill and gave it to the waitress who asked me if there is anything else I want. I HAD TO SPECIFICALLY ASK THE WAITRESS TO RETURN ME THE CARD!!!!.... at that point I could not wait to get out of the place. Unethical and unprofessional behavior.

Overall, it was a bad experience. Was harassed by the OWNER, BOUNCER, and brushed off by the WAITRES... who while waiting for my friend to pay his bill was GIVING US THE LOOK, and ROLLING HER EYES. I am aware, the waitress could not help the owner and bouncers behavior... however, there was no need for the look and rolling of eyes...

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I enjoyed the live jazz but was happy to sit and listen to them croon while I sat at the bar. It was enjoyable meeting people, sipping on a cocktail or a good cappuccino, all while being surrounded by delicious music. For the true jazz enthusiasts who want to get closer to the action its $15.00 bucks to sit as an audience member for the live performance. Not a bad price to pay but I'm sure one would expect to keep the cocktail server busy with some mandatory drink minimum. I prefer the place after the scheduled covers are finished and jazz players from all over NYC come out at 11:00 to have a jam session. The only small hang-up for me was the semi-creepy owner who kept trying to talk to me and brag about how it was his establishment. I go for the jazz not to be hit on by the owner but hey...that's NY. Cheers! :-)

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the walk-in acts are better than the ones they book. stay at the bar to avoid the cover. small enough space that you can enjoy the entire show at the bar.

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We came here as a big group and took over the whole floor to support a comedian perform here. it turned out we had more people than they could afford to hold. We struggled to find seats and space but we managed to laugh through the show and enjoyed ourselves.

Drinks here are about $11 and kind of small. But the overall atmosphere makes up for the price. Service was nice and not pushy at all.