Paradise Tavern — Restaurant in Maryland

I’m so disappointed and saddened that people of color patronize this establishment. On Saturday January 13, 2024, I came to Paradise with a group of friends to celebrate another friend’s birthday. The bar was busy, but I finally ordered a drink. I got my bill for $10 which I signed and added a three dollar tip through my Cash app card. Moments later the owner said my drink was really $15. I was confused because I never knew how much the drink was when I ordered I just trusted the receipt was correct and signed. The owner proceeded to tell me that my card only allowed $10 and wouldn’t go through for $15. Of course it didn’t make any sense because I didn’t ring myself up and I had way more than $15 available on my card. If I was wrongly charged then once I’ve signed a receipt it is the business loss not mine. I assume my 30% tip was not enough for their liking. After disputing this with the owner, he proceeds to tell everyone at the bar that my card did not go through. I have no issue, paying for my own drinks, tipping well, and supporting local business. I have a local business and work for tips as well. Two dollars is not an issue for me as I’m sure it’s not for most people. Yet if I were to spend a dollar somewhere I expect good customer service and sound business practices. The way I was treated by the owner and his son was disrespectful, racist and misogynistic. Of course, I stood up for myself, and they threatened to call the police on me. Which never happened because they had no merit to any accusations. Funny thing is when my card updated the total for Saturday this morning I was charged $15. I’m definitely not upset about the price, I’m upset at their baseless accusations that I could not afford my drink because they incorrectly charged me. They are more than welcome to that two dollars as I will never spend another dollar there again and hope that you won’t either. They’re not the only business in our community that takes our money and treats us like trash. In 2024, I urge all people of color to only patronize businesses that appreciate us and value us. And write reviews so that we can get...

This place is something different. The bartender was nice and you can tell it is a neighborhood sort of place. I had to laugh to myself when my drink came in a Solo red cup. However, I understand. Who has time to constantly was glasses when business 8s jumping. Not only can you play a good game of pool and listen to music from the digital jukebox machine, you can purchase a bottle of something to take home with you! The homemade sangria is good. A little too fruity and not enough alcohol for my taste. I would give it 5 stars but seating is VERY limited. Be prepared to stand but the atmosphere...

I married my husband knowing his family SHUTS THIS BAR DOWN!! We always have fun... know the owner personally. It’s one of those place like that old TV show.... “Where everyone knows your name” good atmosphere drinks are good... for a good price!!! Paradise Cafe is across the street and food is GOOD!! Love this spot!! Spent a plenty of drunken birthdays their!! Yasss!!...