Jenn M.
Yelp
This is my second time here. My sister was afraid I was going to give it a bad review because I didn't have a good time the first time. But it was totally not Stampede's fault that I was in a pissy mood. But tonight I came with boots and a better attitude, ready to enjoy some country fun. At this moment they're playing Justin Timberlake. Not exactly the stuff of cowboys, but bouncy.
The front door staff was friendly. It's Ladies' night. For five dollars, you get five drinks.
Oh, Maroon 5! I love Maroon 5. Doesn't make me want to rustle cattle, though. They have a large porch, where smoking is allowed. The patrons are quite clique-ish. Everyone seems to have come with friends and there seems to be little interaction between the groups. There's also a very empty upstairs, with a rail where you can stand and look at the dance floor. At least you could, if there weren't random tables shoved up against it. And there are dirty rags strewn around in odd places, like on the random tables or on the porch.
Line dancing to 70s music, that's just not right.
The music is good, but don't be fooled by the name and the clothes of some the patrons, this is no country bar.
And the bartender is rude. My sister has been here many times and knows Jimmy the Bartender. She brought me up to the bar. He complimented her breasts. He knows her and that made her giggle, so okay. But he didn't say word one to me or acknowledge my presence in any way. He got my sister her drink and complimented her breasts again, which got him another giggle and a 100% tip. So, good for him. He missed out on another 100% tip by continuing to ignore me. Now, I don't drink much. And when I do, frankly, I tend to drink chocolate martinis at bars that are on the top floors of expensive buildings. I was told I could get a well drink. I asked what that was. Yes, I'm stupid. Jimmy responded with, "Same thing as every bar in America." I wanted to reach over and take a dollar out of his tips. When a regular brings in a newbie, that's your chance to make another regular. Jimmy also made my drink really strong, which totally sucks for the management and for me, as I don't like strong drinks. I am not going to be a regular. I probably won't come again. I could get over the fact that it isn't a country bar, but it's dirty and not very friendly. My sister really wanted me to give it at least 3 stars, but I can't. It's just not a nice place.