07/06/09

Ozzie's has THE WORST customer serice

by Jj22483

My friend got kicked out of the bar for kissing another guy she had met. Well, the bouncer decided to kick me out too because according to him, "it is easier to kick out the group, " in his own words. Tave, who was our bartender, was being a fantastic bartender up until my friend was kicked out and then Tave completely did a 180. He humiliated me in front of other customers for being inebriated (which I wasn't), and said he refused to even discuss giving me an itemized bill. Tave said that I "clearly needed the money more than he did." I felt like I was in the twilight zone with all the disrespect and poor customer service. The bouncer, Mark, who kicked out my friend for kissing the man in the bar turned out to be the protagonist in the bar. He even paid for my drink that I didn't get to finish due to Tave's rudeness. I was really impressed with his chivalry, but very disappointed for Tave who got away with his rudeness. I didn't leave a tip, althought I wanted to tip Tave up until he pulled a Mr. Hyde on me.

• Cons: Tave is the rudeset bartender ever!

07/03/09

staff needs to go to manner school

by atxdude

Like many others have mentioned on this forum already, Ozzie's has the worst staff I have ever encountered!

My buddy and I walked in this evening (July 2, 2009). The doorman was rude to my buddy and argued with me about the authenticity of my 2008 Texas drivers license. When i offered to show him my other IDs he started hurling slurs at me. I'm not sure what his peeve was -- whether he didn't like my face or the fact that he was getting some sadistic pleasure turning away someone who had a Texas ID.

I asked to talk to his manager and he forcefully (he was 3 times bigger than me) moved me out and shouted out that this was a private place and it was up to him whom to allow in. Further he said that I should "return back to wherever I was from". I will never go back and will share this message across all kinds of social media with the hope that everyone else avoids this place as well.

• Pros: location
• Cons: staff

05/09/09

Ozzie's The Best Karaoke

by FredS

I've been regularly going to Ozzie's on Friday nights for about 8 months now.

I've found Ozzie's DJ Deana and Waitress Nina to be awesome. Ozzie's Karaoke is a blast. The staff always take care of the customers in a timely manner even if the place is wall to wall people. The customers at Ozzie's support each other when they are up there singing. It's a really warm and friendly environment. The staff is always circulating to make sure customer's drinks are filled and their food is the way they like it. Their fries are great. The staff takes the time to remember your name, your drink and even asks you how your week has been. The song list is fairly extensive. The wait time even on a crowded night isn't bad at all. They have two Karaoke bars, pool tables etc.

I think it's just a great place and I encourage everyone to check them out.

• Pros: Great Staff, Great Music, Great Food

06/13/07

Worst weekend night

by cetha2

Problem is the staff treats you horribly (allowing you to order that last pitcher at 1:15, a half hour before the legal stop time on Seattleites drinking) at 1:17 they come by and yell "Get the F*!?% out!!" Confused, you may ask, "What?" Any one of their bouncers, however nice you may think they may be will get in your face and yell, "Get the F#$% out!!" Umm...okay. I thought this was a cool place...kareoke, pool, photo hunt...not so much but I may be persuaded to come back, not so sure why.

So you try to support their business on a Wednesday night...Kareoke might be a fun treat for your out-of-town guests...Ozzie's staff clearly has a different idea. If you sing along with any other singers, that girl (who brought her own cd to sing along with) may complain at which point, you will be asked to leave (you and your group of 12 business providing singer/friends) by the ever so kind, Ozzie's staff because you were singing louder than the girl with the mike. Since when did casual kareoke become American Idol? That's my question. Have you ever particpated in kareoke, sister? Yeah, people sing with you. What's the deal? I know...it's super offensive to have anyone else sing your tune but get over yourself; you sucked in the first place!

Case and point: Ozzie's: not a cool place to go if you enjoy fun of any sort. They also are many cue and eightballs (website said b@lls was inappropriate) down. My brother and I have tried to play pool a number of times but they always seem to be missing the full set. What's with that?

Moral of the story: stop going to Ozzie's. They are not nice and clearly do not like business. Why do we continue to go there? This question is a mystery to me. Let's stop the madness. Get new influences in Queen Anne. Ozzie's is not the place. Inappropriate and altogether rude and spineless staff...what's left to ponder. Quit Ozzie's, go to Floyd's, Peso's or, if you're hungry, grab some Dick's. We don't need any other dicks in the neighborhood.

• Pros: staff is inpolite and out and out rude
• Cons: staff

02/07/07

Best Karakoe Party Spot

by gentryjennifer

When my partner said he wanted to do karakoe for his birthday, I said ok, then scrambled to find a spot. Asking around, several people told me to check out Ozzie's. They were right! We had a great time. I called a couple days in advance to make arrangements for our party of 12. Ozzie's reserved tables in the upstairs karakoe room for us (they also do karakoe downstairs). We started our party early, around 8 PM. There were relatively few people then, so we got to dominate the microphone. Kevin set us up with every karakoe song we could think of. And Josie and Rhianna kept the drinks flowing. Cindy was amazingly helpful in reserving the tables and making sure we were taken care of. We will go back!

• Pros: Service, karakoe, drink selection
• Cons: food is ok

01/25/07

Best Karaoke in Seattle!

by ar121

I think this place is hands down the best place for Karaoke- beginners and experts will feel at home as the friendly DJs keep the tunes rolling. I had an absolute BLAST here for my 26th birthday- had it in the bar room upstairs. Robert, the new manager, was very attentive and made sure I got a good spot and let me bring in balloons and the whole works. We started out kind of shy at the microphone, but by the end of the night it was one big dance party and we had made a bunch of new friends. Unlike a lot of places in Seattle, I have found this is an easy place to meet people and make new friends! I would recommend this place to anyone looking for some affordable quality food and drink and very fun entertainment. And its a great place to host your birthday! Go to Ozzie's! My friends and I are already planning our next Ozzie's night!

• Pros: Ambience, Karaoke, Cool people, cheap drinks, fun atmosphere!
• Cons: Gets a little loud! ( to be expected anywhere)

01/24/07

Great Bar!!!

by kimicastro

I had the best time here! I had my birthday party there in the upstairs room and it was a blast. The manager and bartenders wer very helpful and it was great service. We all had an amazing time. I would definitely recommend throwing a party there or just going there any night! The karaoke is great and so much fun!

• Pros: Teh employees there were great!

01/23/07

Best Karaeoke

by kellyann73

I had a blast at Ozzie's! Everyone at the bar was friendly- if you want to make new friends this is a good place to go. As far as the karaeoke- the crowd loves to sing along and is more than forgiving of the occasional tone-deaf drunk. However if you're any good- that's even better, the bar will go crazy.

• Pros: Karaeoke, popular bar
• Cons: Crowded

12/21/06

If you have a decent voice...

by youbet2929

I started to write a book about this, but decided I needed to keep it short. I had a blast both times I went to Ozzie's, and would encourage anyone with a decent voice to do the same. From what I've seen they're just as gracious to those that don't sing as well, but if you do sing well you'll bring the house down and suddenly find yourself a bunch of new fans.

I would especially like to thank the three gorgeous girls that thought I'm good enough to take my talents elsewhere, one of whom introduced me to a new treat; the Washington Apple. I hope you know how beautiful you are. By the way, has anyone ever said that you resemble Yasmine Bleeth? Cheers.

Stan

• Pros: I got to sing, even though I showed up pretty late.

10/29/06

You have got to be kidding me.

by uberhill

Have you ever been to a frat party with bad lighting, bad music playing way too loud from crappy speakers, every surface is sticky with who knows what, every dude looks like a level 3 offender, and the only way to drown your disappointment is to get blind drunk and make out with someone in the corner? Like the dudes who threw the party only have one thing on their minds (well, two if you count getting drunk first)... Why do people go to those parties? And why do they go to bars that are even worse?

I'm not trying to bash the people that go to this bar, I was there with some good friends of mine who told me they liked the place... I just don't understand the allure of a dirty, smelly frat party when you're not in college any more.

• Pros: No nonsense
• Cons: Loud, dirty, crass