Awful!If one is looking to pay extraordinary sums for beers and get harassed/pushed by the wait staff, then Loreley is the place for you. A manager of Loreley instilled a culture of entitlement with the waiters/waitresses that is unmatched in any bar or restaurant that I have ever frequented in NYC. Or anywhere for that matter. To wit: staff believe they should have a clear Autobahn to speed between the bar and the beer garden. Should a paying customer stand in their path one can expect nothing short of a firm push in the back, a dressing-down akin to something one probably hasn't experienced since Grade School and, if one has the gall to repeat the offense of milling about comfortably one will surely be read the Riot Act. If one is looking for a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere, I implore, go elsewhere. However, if one is looking to be barked out like those on a train bound for Auschwitz then Loreley should be the next bar you visit. For a much more enjoyable experience I recommend Zum Schneider on East 7th Street in the East Village.
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cbtldOn:
5/30/2008 11:24:00 AM 
