In an episode of the TV show "Bar Rescue," titled "Tiki Curse," the host, Jon Taffer, visits a struggling bar that is suffering from a curse. The bar, named the Peri Tiki Lounge, is located in Fair Oaks, New York. The owners, Lisa and Terry, are struggling to attract customers and turn a profit. The curse of the Peri Tiki Lounge is believed to be the cause of its financial downfall. According to local legend, the bar was built on ancient Native American burial grounds. This has supposedly led to a series of unexplained events and misfortunes, such as glasses falling off shelves and customers feeling uneasy.
Mia came back to ask for her job back but Frank did not rehire her.
This has supposedly led to a series of unexplained events and misfortunes, such as glasses falling off shelves and customers feeling uneasy. To help the struggling bar, Jon Taffer brings in his team of experts, including mixologist Phil Wills, stress management expert Roi Nadin, and designer Nicole Petrillo. Together, they work to rebrand and renovate the Peri Tiki Lounge to break the curse and attract more customers.
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In this Bar Rescue episode, Jon Taffer visits Bamboo Beach Tiki Bar in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Bamboo Beach Tiki Bar is owned by Frank.
He bought a hotel that housed the poolside bar alongside it.
Frank used a loophole to be one of only three beach bars in the city.
The bar was flooded with clientele in the beginning.
They were making $5000 a week making it and the hotel successful.
Frank got distracted by the pretty girls he hired.
The decay in the facilities has driven their profits down along with the hotel.
The clientele and service standards have fallen as well.
Jon recons the bar from a meeting room overlooking the bar with expert chef Josh Capon and expert mixologist Terrelle Treco.
Jon tells the experts the team that work at the bar and sends Terrelle in as a spy.
She goes in and orders in a Pina Colada while the bartender suggests a fried fish meal.
The bartender makes her drink from a mix and she hates it as it is strong and too sweet.
The kitchen makes the food incorrectly and left waiting.
Runner Mia comes in late and she spends a long time getting ready.
She serves the meal and the fish is rubbery with a blonde hair in her food.
Jon enters the bar to meet the owner and introduces him to Terrelle, who gives him feedback right away.
Franks is defensive and says he does not get complaints usually.
The experts inspect the bar and they see the floor is uneven and it is wet with poor drainage.
The drinks are all cloudy with fruit flies and the bottle caps are off, leaving them sitting in the Florida heat.
The coolers are filled with ice as an ice bin which is bad as there is no drainage.
Franks is defensive and accuses Jon of being overbearing.
They enter the kitchen and cook Barry is rude while pointing out some greasy food in the frier.
There is no covers on food or on the sauces in the fridge.
The kitchen is not clean and the staff are made to clean the place.
The staff clean overnight.
The next morning Jon comes into a staff meeting and Mia is not there as she is late once again.
Alyssa says she is the head bartender as she has been there the longest.
She has no authority as she is only allowed to handle the schedule.
They point out the staff mostly all come in late and there are no consequences.
Abbie is a bartender who is present but was not the day before.
It is suggested Frank does not fire them because they are pretty.
Franks says he will fire Mia as she is very late.
Mia is four hours late and blames spring break for it.
Frank takes her to his office and fires her but she thinks she will be rehired when it is all over.
Jon asks Frank what he meant when he promised Mia he will talk to her afterwards.
He says it meant nothing as he is standing his ground.
Frank talks to his staff laying down rules and gives Alyssa authority to keep staff in line and fire them.
Josh trains the cook on some seafood recipes.
Terrelle trains the bar staff on some mixologist techniques and some new signature drinks.
They get locals to come in the afternoon for a stress test.
They are let in and the bar staff are overwhelmed making mistakes.
The kitchen is also slammed with orders piling up.
The bar staff are buckling under the pressure and Barry gets hot headed getting into an argument.
Abbie is the weakest link, still making mistakes and Jeff is swapped in to make drinks and he fares no better.
Abbie went to the bathroom to cry and Frank says his business is more important than attending to her.
Josh tries his best to calm Barry down but the food is still going out great to the complements of the customers.
Abbie calmed down and she came back to the bar to keep going.
After the test is over and Jon gave his feedback to the staff, he commended Abbie for coming back to the bar.
The next day Terrelle trains the staff on working faster.
All the staff are timed making their signature drinks and Abbie did well making it within time and to good quality.
Jon talks to Frank about marketing to the locals and the bar has to stand apart from the hotel.
Frank does not want to change the name.
The staff and Alyssa try to convince him a name change is for the best.
Jon and his team inspect the bar for the renovation.
They see the space has lots of moisture and the wood is rotten with the metals rusted.
The work they have to do is extensive.
Eight hours into the remodel and heavy rain interrupts them.
This makes them fall behind but they manage to finish by daybreak.
The staff are gathered to unveil the new bar.
The bar has been renamed to Bamboo Beach Club.
The change is subtle but the exterior and inside are very different.
Inside is cleaner, brighter and with new furnishing and equipment.
The bar was rebuilt and the hole in the floor was filled and sealed.
The plumbing was changed with a four-compartment sink.
The cooler has been replaced so it works as an actual fridge.
The bar staff set up quickly for the relaunch as Jon has an aeroplane banner fly to advertise the relaunch.
On relaunch, people gather at the entrance.
Frank lets them in overwhelming the bar and kitchen as it is more crowded than the stress test.
The kitchen has Barry on top of things sending food out on time and to great taste.
At the bar, the staff are more confident.
They work through orders with Abbie doing so much better, impressing Terrelle.
Jon is also proud of them as they make the customers happy.
The customers love the changes especially to the food, drinks and service.
The main focus of the renovation is on improving the bar's atmosphere and menu. The team introduces a new drink menu featuring tropical-inspired cocktails and upgrades the bar's decor to create a more inviting and immersive experience for customers. They also address the staff's lack of motivation and train them on customer service and bar management. Throughout the episode, Jon Taffer emphasizes the importance of creating a strong brand identity and engaging with customers. He encourages the owners to embrace the tiki theme and use it as a selling point for the bar. By creating a unique and memorable experience, the Peri Tiki Lounge can differentiate itself from its competition and attract a loyal customer base. In the end, the Peri Tiki Lounge undergoes a successful transformation and relaunches with a new name, The Curse Breaker Tiki Lounge. The rebranding helps the bar overcome its curse and attract more customers, leading to increased revenue and success. The "Bar Rescue" episode "Tiki Curse" highlights the challenges faced by struggling bars and the importance of creating a strong brand identity. It also showcases the expertise and guidance provided by Jon Taffer and his team to help bars overcome obstacles and achieve success..
Reviews for "Breaking the Tiki Curse: "Bar Rescue" secrets revealed"
1. John Doe - 1 out of 5 stars - I was really disappointed with "Bar Rescue Tiki Curse". The show has always been known for its dramatic transformations and valuable advice for struggling bar owners, but this particular episode missed the mark. Instead of focusing on fixing the bar's issues, it seemed like the host was more interested in creating additional drama for the sake of entertainment. The gimmicks used, like the curse storyline, felt forced and took away from the actual purpose of the show. Overall, I found this episode to be a letdown and not up to the usual standard of "Bar Rescue".
2. Jane Smith - 2 out of 5 stars - As a fan of the "Bar Rescue" series, I was excited to watch the "Tiki Curse" episode. However, I found it to be underwhelming and lacking the usual insightful advice and practical solutions. The host's focus on the cursed artifacts overshadowed the real issues faced by the bar owner. It felt like a missed opportunity to provide valuable guidance and support. Additionally, the over-dramatization and exaggerated reactions made the episode seem more like a scripted reality show, which was disappointing. I hope future episodes of "Bar Rescue" will return to its original format and deliver the quality content it is known for.
3. Sarah Johnson - 1 out of 5 stars - "Bar Rescue Tiki Curse" was a complete disaster in my opinion. The episode appeared to prioritize elements of sensationalism over actually improving the bar's situation. The storyline about a curse felt ridiculous and added nothing of value to the show. The whole episode seemed like a waste of time, as it failed to address the bar's core problems and instead focused on petty disputes and unnecessary drama. I found it disrespectful to the dedicated fans of "Bar Rescue" who expected better content from the show. I hope this episode is a one-time misstep, and the series returns to its former glory in future episodes.
4. Michael Thompson - 2 out of 5 stars - "Bar Rescue Tiki Curse" missed the mark for me. The episode's emphasis on the curse storyline made it more of a gimmick than a helpful show focused on rescuing struggling bars. The host's attempts to create tension and drama felt forced and scripted, which took away from the authenticity of the show. I found it disappointing that the actual issues faced by the bar were overshadowed by artificial conflicts. The show could have been more effective if it stuck to its original format and provided practical solutions to help save the troubled establishments.