***PATRONS BEWARE***
I checked out The Imperial last night for the 1st time and was shocked by how awful the bartender treats people. As I walked up to the nearly empty bar to order, the bartender (a bearded guy with tattoos all over his arms) was not friendly and immediately gave attitude as if our presence was an inconvenience to him. Never being there before, I shared that my date and I were there for the 1st time and were curious if any of the drinks on the menu were more popular. The bartender dismissively told that he doesn't know what I like and to just look at the menu myself, then proceeded to completely change his demeanor and hit on my date!
Shortly later, being that there's no cell service in the bar, I kindly asked the bartender if there was wifi. He responded saying that they have wifi, but when I asked for the credentials he rudely told me he doesn't know the password?! He made no effort to find it and just dismissed my request again. 0 for 2.
My date and I were so uncomfortable by his negative energy we went outside away from him. When were were outside, were were served by another bartender name Claire who was great.
Being a former bartender at a top ten world class resort in Montecito, I know the value a good bartended brings to a business dynamic. You'd think paying $16 - $18 a cocktail the ownerships would hire a bartender that doesn't treats their patrons terribly.
Other than the horrible bartender, the ambiance and drinks were good. However, due to the bartender, my friends and I will not visit again.
Price per person
$50–100
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 5
Good luck party on the porch of the Imperial.
We brought in food snacks and Clair helped us get set up and organized. Great job and great time. Great place for a party. Thank you.
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
