Tubby’s — Restaurant in City of Kingston

I live walking distance from Tubby's and have enjoyed going there in the past. Last night, my boyfriend, who was visiting from out of town, and I met friends there. My boyfriend went up to the bar to order us drinks. He had enough to pay for the 2 drinks but ran out of cash for a tip. He walked back to the table where we were sitting, asking if any of us could lend him cash for a tip. As this was happening, the bartender started yelling at him from across the room. I went up to the bar and tried to talk to the bartender, explaining it was a miscommunication and offering him money. He refused and continued to insult my boyfriend and talk to me in a demeaning tone. We then promptly left.

This was disheartening because all of my other experiences at Tubbys have been great. From other reviews, it seems there is a pattern with this bartender. He looked to be about in his 40s, white, with a graying beard and glasses. I can’t help but think this guy was judging my boyfriend because he’s not from here and made whatever assumptions about him. This is sad because I always thought of tubbys as having an easygoing accepting atmosphere.

I'm updating this post because I found out this bartender is actually part owner of the bar. So I'm guessing the other owners are okay with his behavior and treatment towards customers. My advice is, if you still decide to go here, beware of this guy. Make sure he knows you're going to tip him, unless you want to experience a grown man having a meltdown...

I had high hopes for Tubby’s, as it had quickly become one of my fav spots in Kingston. However, my recent experience left me deeply disappointed.

I went with my crew again, and at some point during the night, I asked for the check, not to leave, just simply to check my balance so far. To my surprise, the bartender informed me that no more drinks would be served to our table because we ‘weren’t tipping.’ This was puzzling, as I wasn’t finished for the night and intended to tip once I settled the final check.

If this decision was based on another friend who had left earlier without tipping, it’s unfair to punish me and my group for someone else’s actions. Even worse, one of my friends visiting us from Miami was also denied service, despite being completely uninvolved in the situation.

It’s unfortunate because the bartender Bel was genuinely kind and deserved a good tip. I would have happily tipped generously at the end of the night. Instead, I felt unwelcome and embarrassed, which is not the experience I expected from a place I had come to enjoy. This was my second visit to Tubby’s, I don’t go out that often but certainly I am not going back there and none of my...

First time here last nite to see Dummy from LA play! Great show, sound and supporting bands. Good venue to see up and coming bands in a smaller space. The bar was good, with a nice little curated tap and mixed drink selection. Bonus veggie friendly food made inhouse by Ace of Cups. You order the food thru their QR code and pay separately from your drinks, which was a bit confusing but works once you know what you are...