Magically Atrocious Bar Rescue In the world of reality television, there is no shortage of interesting and bizarre concepts. One show that stands out among the rest is "Magically Atrocious Bar Rescue." This unique series takes the popular genre of bar rescue and adds a magical twist, promising an entertaining and unforgettable experience for viewers. The premise of the show revolves around struggling bars that are on the brink of closure. These establishments are plagued by a myriad of problems, from mismanagement to outdated decor and uninspiring drinks. However, instead of hiring a typical bar consultant to fix these issues, the show brings in a team of magicians who are experts in all things magical.
In this part of Season 8, Jon Taffer visited four Tampa, FL area bars. If you want to see those other episodes, check out these posts:
The Loft closed in August 2022, which means it only survived for around three months after the Bar Rescue episode aired on TV and five or six months after the actual visit from Jon Taffer. While I respect them for doing that to avoid stiffing their staff which a lot of other Bar Rescue owners have done , it s definitely not a long-term solution.
However, instead of hiring a typical bar consultant to fix these issues, the show brings in a team of magicians who are experts in all things magical. Led by the charismatic and enigmatic magician, Max the Magnificent, the team swoops in to save the day. Max is known for his extraordinary magical abilities and his penchant for turning a dull moment into a spellbinding spectacle.
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In this week's episode of Bar Rescue, Jon Taffer and crew are in Ybor City, Florida to rescue Cerealholic Cafe & Bar. Cerealholic opened in early 2021 as a cereal themed cafe/bar that uses different cereals to help create menu items. The bar is owned by Darrell and Lisa Lawson and their son Brandon is helping run the place. Part of the reason for starting the bar was to honor their son Alex who passed away in 2019. The cereal theme seems to have fallen flat and never took off. The bar/restaurant is now losing about $9,000 a month and Darrell and Lisa's life savings are in jeopardy.
During the Bar Rescue makeover, Jon Taffer decided to change the name of Cerealholic Cafe & Bar to The Loft Elevated Bar + Food and the bar has kept the name. Let's take a look at some information, reviews, and updates for The Loft since Bar Rescue came and made all of the changes to the bar (All reviews are post-Bar Rescue):
Positive Reviews:
- "Amazing show Love it . And will go again.. Food, drinks and shows on point"
- "Anyway 3 stars on the atmosphere alone. I randomly chose this spot on a Sunday morning as I googled for brunch spots. This place use to be a cereal bar (apparently) and now it's a bar you need to go to for the drinks and drag queen brunch. The service was attentive and the DJ was good. They also have flash back Fridays beginning at 8pm. I wasn't in love with my dish(the farmhouse brunch) but I also didn't hate it. All in all I'll be back to give the food another chance but the vibe is nice."
- "The food was delicious, the service was absolutely the best! We took our niece there for her birthday to see the Drag Queen show. We ate almost everything on the menu and everything was so good. The Show was fantastic! Price were just right as well. We will be going back again."
- "The new concept the Loft was nice. Much more elegant decor vs the kitschy that it was before. Service was better than before the relaunch but still slow. I get if I have to walk to the bar to get drinks. But you served me at the table to begin with. It should continue the way it began"
- "Only reason i'm giving this 5 starts is because Rachel gave me the best experience I had in awhile. Even though the food was mediocre. The new design is nice and a lot better then the last one but i feel they need new management at least or events to make this place more attractive.."
- "Only got to check out downstairs for an event so far, but it was amazing. And drinks were delicious"
- "Came to this place for a brunch crawl with friends. The food was below average, but the drink was really good. Unfortunately, the star rating I’m giving this place isn’t due to the drinks/food, but the service. This place was not busy during the time we came and the waitress we received was not great at all. My friends never receive their drinks, which we asked for twice. And she did not give us the water we requested twice! She didn’t even give me silverware. It was just so disappointing to experience. I’ve never receive bad service before or I’m pretty chill considering the circumstances. This was by far the worst that I had to write a review. Cute ambience but I won’t be recommending this place at all, if anything I’ll be warning people."
- The Bar Rescue for Cerealholic Cafe & Bar happened in February 2022.
- Here is a preview video of the episode from the Bar Rescue Facebook page
- Here is The Loft Ybor City Facebook page.
- It seems that their weekly Drag brunch is the most popular event at the bar or at least they advertise it the most on their Facebook page.
- Tanner says he no longer works there. (Link)
- Cerealholic actually had pretty positive reviews before the makeover.
Jon Taffer decided to change the name of Cerealholic Cafe & Bar to The Loft Elevated Bar + Food and the bar has kept the name. The bar has also kept the theme and has not gone back to cereal related items on the menu despite having a one day menu takeover. Their social media and other articles refer to the bar as The Loft Ybor City. The reviews for The Loft are pretty positive and reviews before the makeover were also pretty positive. It seems that people like the food, service, and the drag queen brunch.
UPDATE - The Loft closed in August 2022 - More information on the closure.
*To see how all of the bars from Bar Rescue are doing, go to the Bar Rescue Updates page, and also Like us on Facebook or Follow Us on Twitter to stay up to date with all things involving Bar Rescue.With his team of magicians, Max aims to transform the ailing bars into mystical and enchanting establishments that will captivate their customers. Each episode of "Magically Atrocious Bar Rescue" follows a similar format. Max and his team arrive at a struggling bar and assess the current state of affairs. They dive deep into the issues plaguing the establishment, ranging from financial mismanagement to lackluster customer service. The magicians then brainstorm magical solutions to remediate these problems. Throughout the course of the episode, viewers are treated to a spectacle of mind-boggling magic tricks used to address each issue. For instance, if the bar is struggling with low foot traffic, Max might perform a levitation illusion to draw attention from passersby. If the bar's menu is dull and uninspiring, the magicians might perform a mesmerizing potion-making show to introduce new and exciting drinks. In addition to the magical transformations, the show also focuses on the personal stories of the bar owners and staff. Viewers get a glimpse into the struggles they face and the emotional journey they go through during the bar rescue process. This adds an extra layer of depth to the show, tugging at the heartstrings of viewers and creating a strong connection between the audience and the participants. "Magically Atrocious Bar Rescue" is not just a show about fixing bars; it is an immersive experience that combines the excitement of magic with the drama of rescuing struggling businesses. The combination of captivating illusions, personal narratives, and magical transformations makes it a must-watch for anyone seeking a unique and extraordinary reality television experience..
Reviews for "Delve into the Unconventional World of Magical Bar Rescues"
- Sarah - 1/5 - I was really disappointed with Magically Atrocious Bar Rescue. The concept was interesting, but the execution was terrible. The acting was stiff and lacks depth, the dialogue felt forced and unnatural. I found it really hard to connect with any of the characters because they were poorly developed. Overall, it was a waste of time and I wouldn't recommend it.
- John - 2/5 - Magically Atrocious Bar Rescue had a promising premise, but it fell short in execution. The special effects were corny and poorly done, making it hard to take the magical elements seriously. The plot was predictable and lacked any depth or complexity. The characters were one-dimensional and didn't have much chemistry with each other. Overall, it was a mediocre film that didn't live up to its potential.
- Emily - 1/5 - I really didn't enjoy Magically Atrocious Bar Rescue. The acting was cringe-worthy, with cheesy and melodramatic performances from the entire cast. The script was filled with clichés and lacked any originality. The humor fell flat and felt forced. The pacing was off, with many scenes dragging on for too long. Overall, it was a poorly made film that I wouldn't recommend to anyone.
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