Parlay Social

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shaista vally

Dear loyal Parlay Social patrons, On 12/3/16, I was enjoying a glass of wine with a colleague at this establishment when another guest repeatedly racially and sexually harassed me. I asked for help from the bar staff numerous times, and even though they were not busy and witnessed what was going on, they did not try to protect me. We felt unsafe, called for a car, stepped outside to wait for it, when that guest followed me outside, threw a pack of cigarettes at my head and smacked the back of my head, all while spewing hateful remarks. His physical assault may not have physically injured me, but was clearly his last attempt to bully, belittle and demoralize me. I have filed a police report and a detective is on the case, classifying it as a hate crime. I contacted the owner regarding this matter, offering my assistance in training his staff to better handle these situations with organizations such as the "Green Dot", but I received only a short two sentence response, with promises of an update, and no follow through. After attempting to post the review on Facebook, they blocked me and anyone trying to shed light on this situation. Bob has had my phone number, email, and work address for a month and has failed to make a public statement or declare how he will proactively prevent violence towards women (and of color) in his business. Please keep this information in mind if you choose to support this establishment. Anyone with information regarding the suspect in my case can contact the PD directly or me for the case number as a reference. Thank you for reading and have a safe, happy new year.

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Bryan Scott

Highly recommend Parlay Social After leaving what was supposed to be the best bourbon bar in the area and irritated with horrible service and way overpriced shots, we discovered Parlay. Was surprised to see all the bourbons we were looking for and the bartender instantly empathized with how bad the other place we just left was. Prices were very fair at Parlay and staff was attentive. Pretty sure every person working there checked on us multiple times and we never had to wait to get someones attention. Bartender (wish I could recall his name) browses /r/bourbon subreddit daily and really knew the products well.

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Duke Bradford

Great food, very good service, nice place. My only complaint is with the rude, pretentious patrons. Maybe I was unlucky to be seated next to an exceptionally bad table, but one of the women actually sat at our table for a few minutes in order to talk loudly to the douschey guys next to us. She didnt say anything, just hops up next to my wife and proceeds to act like an idiot. Mind you, these are not college kids out having a good time, these are 40 year olds who should know how to act in public. I will go back, hopefully I wont be seated next to a bunch of middle aged children.

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Sara Mielock

The bartender dressed in a skimpy outfit dropped the f-bomb many times during our meal. Our waitress who didnt introduce herself was extremely rude and probably has something against smiling. The only thing good about this place was the grilled cheese. Sadly this place has potential but the staff needs to straighten up a bit.

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Devyn Noto

Great food and drinks and entertainment. I was surprised by the quality of the food. I was expecting normal bar fare (burgers and fries) but ended up getting a delicious gourmet grilled cheese and my husbands pizza was amazing. Definatly a step above what I was expecting!

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martin cieszewski

Pretty good place. Looks good. Nice bartenders. Good live music. Was maybe a type of bluegrassy rock when I was there. Not super packed for a Saturday night. Didnt try the food. Drinks were good and they had some nice craft beers. Check it out for live music.

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Douglas Jones

Awesome selection of Bourbons. Bar staff was very friendly and welcoming. Prices were great. Live music when we first arrived sounded good as well. If visiting Lexington, make sure you hit this place. We will definitely be back when in town!

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Kate Smith

Their mint juleps are awesome, the strawberry jam basil grilled cheese is incredible, and the atmosphere is relaxing and hip. The bartenders seem super nice and helpful. I want to return to Lexington just to go to this bar again.

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Rob Johnson

Enjoy eating here especially because it is in the lower end of pricing for downtown restaurants. Hemingway grilled cheese is tastyand their oysters on the half shell always taste. Well run establishment. Be back often.

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Robert Sophiea

Nikki helped me organize a throw a surprise party for my wife. She was awesome from start to finish! The owner Bob has created a Very Cool environment with an awesome bourbon selection and a top notch staff!

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chris hamby

I used to live on the same block right when Parlay Social opened. It was a frequent cocktail stop for my wife and I since they had such a great selection of items and friendly staff.

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Devin Morris

One of my favorite spots downtown. Drinks are pretty reasonable, and the beer selection is generally pretty solid. Always some pretty good live music on the weekends.

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Bob Estes

Lexingtons top venue for great food, cocktails and performances. The staff are focused on customers and make everyone feel welcomed.

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Janet Prewitt

Friendly staff, excellent food and drinks!! Great live music! In the heart of downtown Lexington, in the middle of all the fun!!

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Tamera Stevens

I cant wait so see the Bobby Perry Band tonight-theyre the greatest local band! Im so glad you booked them, Parlay Social!

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Roraima Filho

The place is good. Sometimes crowded. Some bands they bring here is to loud for the place. The drinks are good though.

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lindsey elliott

Awesome bar set up but the downstairs bar area smelt like vomit and the upstairs bar area had people smoking cigars.

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Matthew Elliott

Their dress code is not for protection. It is discriminatory. No explanation needed. Done. Will not come back.

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prospermediagroup

Enjoy Parlay a lot. Good drink selection. Great staff and tasty food. Nice venue for events as well.

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Emily Collins

Every time Im here, someone in the group gets sick. No thanks. The drinks are good, at least.

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Holdet Hong Kong

Great place to meet people, very good and affordable choices of drinks and good, light food.

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Tom Tamse

Great whiskey selection, decent pizza. Friendly atmosphere for someone from out of town

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Kelli Edmundson

Sandwich bar! Looking for a full meal. Drink was good & priced right.

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JIMMIE JONES

Fun drinks. Enjoy the atmosphere... Really great band played.

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Lannie Neal

Great place to meet friends after work......Great staff!!!!☺

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B Allan

Charming place with live music and fun house cocktails.

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Joe Brester

Big enough to dance but small enough to be cozy.

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Jeffery Lowery

great sandwiches and drinks Martini to die for

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Jeff Warren

Great place, had a wonderful time there.

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Matt Underhill

Great bar with a good beer selection.

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Holly Hughes

Great location next to the pavilion.

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Akram Kiassi

Nice atmosphere and friendly staff.

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Michael Lewis

Good environment, clean.

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Kari Tapley

Good food and drink menus

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Morgan DeBeir

Great service and staff!

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Hasan Nawab

Live music is nice

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Jon Groff

Great atmosphere

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Donnie Hickman

Great service

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Bryant Laney

Great place.

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krys bowman

Foods good

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Reinerio Zeledon

I love

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Virgil Davis

NICE

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