"Picture a hostile, velvet rope-wielding, shallow meathead bouncer you might find at a nightclub in Miami or LA. Now imagine that same attitude in a petite 5’3’’ woman with a prominent nose ring - that’s what you’ll encounter at Alembic. I understand the need to keep a clear path for serving tables and to maintain a certain atmosphere, but there’s a way to do it with grace. Unfortunately, the hostess at Alembic ruined a friend’s party by implementing an absurd door policy. Leaving a guest outside without her coat because the bar was supposedly full (on a Tuesday night) is just unacceptable. Despite the delicious food and impressive selection of Bourbon and Scotch, the unpleasant attitude knocks this place down to one star in my opinion."
