Welcome to THEJNSREPORT’S: The Pounds & Ounces Experience 2013

Written by guest reviewer Ron Ron.

Location: 160 8th ave south east side of 18th street in Chelsea, Manhattan.

Feeling hungry, thought I’d stop for a quick bite and brew at this trendy Chelsea bar restaurant.  It’s an attractive bar with impressive carved wood back bar.  I was all set for a beer or two and a quick bite, but uh oh a little trouble getting the bartender’s attention.  Afterall this is Chelsea…more interested in fraternizing with co-workers and texting than being attentive to patrons.

I stay patient being cool knowing that sending a bad vibe could result in a longer wait time!  Bartender finally gets to me and I order a Blue Moon bottle and a glass.  Decided on the calamari w chilli sauce and another Blue Moon.

The calamari came out quickly enough but the portion was on the small side.  Despite this they were crispy and tasty with a good presentation.  I liked the lemon slices arrangement with the calamari.  Finished the calamari but still hungry…wait…the bartender is still texting.  May I see the menu again? Bartender stops texting long enough to give me a second look. Thank you.

I order $12 Sliders but no sides.  Ask for it cooked medium well and substitute cheddar for the blue cheese.  Not a fan of blue cheese.  When my sliders came, once again, trendy presentation.  Surprisingly, the sliders underwhelmed.  You would think for a place called “Pounds & Ounces” they would have quality meat.  Instead the beef was grissly.

Time to get out of here and head to my wed night sports spot.  There I get my bartender who knows how to take care of patrons.  Still waiting for the bartender here to finish texting.  Uh yeah check please?

When the check arrives I leave over a 20% cash tip while I pay the bill on my card.  I get barely a thanks from the bartender as I exit.  Overall impression is food is hit or miss.  Calamari was good but poor quality meat used in their sliders means they’re definitely not up to par.  The interior design is very nice but service is lacking.  Overall was ok but nothing to write home about.