Fish Co. — Restaurant in Providence

I call this story "Iron Fist with an Attitude." To give context to the situation: my two friends had their physical ID and I did not. I provided a picture of me holding my ID (which was ironically accepted as sufficient evidence by the federal government to approve my 2020 COVID relief package), my student transcript which confirmed my 2022 graduation date, as well as my passport which confirmed my date of birth, and he yelled in a breath that stinked (of what smelled like alcohol) that “THIS IS NOT THE LAW"--which prohibits pictures of ID's from being accepted.

I understand his reluctance to permit me entrance into the club since such a request does violate traditional procedural practices. However, I fail to understand his reprehensible attitude and inability to budge as manager when shown not just a picture of my ID, but varying forms of evidence that this law did not account for, which confirmed my age as above 21 thrice over. He did not lend his ear for a single second, quick to interrupt my spiel by telling me “photoshop techniques are advanced” and my business did not matter enough to him to risk illegal entrance.

I tend to give people the benefit of the doubt, especially if the rule in question is out of their control, but this really began to irk me. As manager, he is someone who DOES have the authority to interpret the context of each situation individually and in good faith. As manager, it is inevitable that he WILL encounter situations out of the norm, and as a customer, I would appreciate if the vendor I am giving my business to is willing to at least ATTEMPT to reach a solution in such unusual circumstances, which again WILL inevitably exist. It is not a good business policy to be so inflexible, especially if your policy is to operate your business with an iron fist AND an attitude. In that case you should begin to worry about retaining your customer's business, especially since Fischo is far form the only bar on that block--never mind in Providence!

If he had been at least infinitesimally more willing to to figure the situation out I would have obviously been appreciative and cut him some slack, as common decency demands. But since he cut me none, was more than willing to leave me and my friends out in the dark cold over a technicality, and is confident my business/opinion of his business does not matter, I will cut him none.

The reality is that to an extent he is right about the inconsequential nature of my complaints--people want a place to drink and have fun. They don't spend much time caring about the politeness of the staff, I know I normally don't. This review will not stop people from going, so the summary of the story is this: remember your ID or they will treat you as subhuman.

HAHA I am speaking semi-hyperbolically for comedic effect. In all seriousness, the manager of this place is not the most caring about his customers, since he admitted our satisfaction and economic support ("business") do not matter to him. For those who like to consciously vote w their dollaz, I would recommend supporting to BLACK SHEEP; plays better music, doesn't card, more dancing! Fishco strikes me as an uptight, unhelpful, and not very fun place to party. When I went everyone was just standing there anyways...

Got in early on a Monday for a pure experience with the food. (Dec 10th) Setting: 3/5 Between the attentive waitress and the gorgeous view of the water on a warm autumn night, the trip was nothing short of pleasant. Inside the stage was being set for a winter smash.juat outside Docked boats obscured alot of the view and the as long as you don't look too close at the water you'll think it's moonlight reflecting and not Bundles of plastic trash getting stuck in this quiet part of the river. (As the brigde and old sunken docks impede and trap trash) Its more than made up for in the lovely dock side outdoor seating lit by string lights. (That said, river winds in providence Blow STRONG so wear pants)

DRINKS: 2/5 Of the Drinks I ordered on the menu 3 consisted of a cup of ice (quiet literally filled over the top of the plastic cup) with splash of whatever you ordered. Which was impossible to stir and again, My "Hangover cure" was more likely to give me a brain freeze in the three study sips it took to auck up my STILL SEPARATED Java and baileys XD.

FOOD:4/5 My company and I were the only patrons for nearly 2 hours after arriving 45 minutes after open. The food came out quick and had the chefs attention as the 2 bar apps ( quesdilla, loaded nachos) were tightly preped and tasted bite for bite as pretty as the perfectly seared beef looked

Hard to tell what this place is like during the warm months or later hours. But I hope to...

"Thank you Thursdays" is advertised on their website. What a great idea. First responders and medical professionals recognized for their efforts and dedication. We arrived, had a coupe drinks, some mediocre food, and basic atmosphere. When we asked the bartender what the celebration entailed for "Thank you Thursdays" he responded that it included a 15% discount. When we said we were happy that they were acknowledging this, we were asked, "well, are you nurses?". When we responded that we were not, we were physical therapists, we were asked to show badges. When we relayed that we were unaware of the need to bring in badges, we were then told that we were "tertiary" medical professionals and asked to speak medical jargon to prove our status. We were also asked to perform "treatment techniques" on the bartender on the floor nearby to further prove our claims. When we reported to the manager, we were offered an apology and told to return on another night when said bartender would not be on duty. Enough said. Do not expect any sort of respect, class, nor management of inappropriate behavior. Arrive with proof of your "status", and expect to be asked to prove it by performing a procedure if necessary. "Thank you Thursdays" are apparently for nurses, and judgement will definitely will be bestowed upon you if your profession qualifies as worthy or not. Will never return and recommend consider wisely prior...