Originally I was going to do two reviews on Insert Coins because I went to the grand opening and recently returned. I've averaged out my ratings of the two nights:\n\nOpening Night: 5 Stars\nThe night I went last week: 3 Stars\n\nSo, overall this venue is receiving a 4-Star rating from me. I love old schools video games and nerdy nuance, and boy does this place speak to me. Drinks, video games, a lax dress code, but a very cool vibe all rolled into one.\n\nOn opening night they served up drinks in huge water glasses and it was a delight. However, be warned - they have down-sized to normal sized glasses and in my opinion, their beers are somewhat pricey ($6 for a bottle of Blue Moon, not even a draft!). However, I guess in part you are paying for the great ambiance and cleanliness offered to you at a very new and intriguing venue to be added to the bar scene on Fremont.\n\nMy complaint for my return trip actually comes from the fact that a lady bartender snubbed my friend before I got there. My friend told me she basically did the usual \"girl bartender ignores girl patrons\" at the bar game. That's why I dislike lady bartenders. And I'm a girl, and yes, I'm saying this - I'd much rather have a drink served to me by a man. Deal with it.\n\nThankfully when I arrived at the bar I was served by a male bartender (red hat, tattoos on the arms); thanks for the quick and attentive service! You made up for the snotty attitude of the first bartender.\n\nI am planning a return trip to Insert Coins for my birthday celebration this weekend. Can't wait to get my drink and my old school video game playing on! Overall, I do love Insert Coins, but just a word to the owner: Make sure your bartenders check themselves before they wreck your venue.
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