With a seemingly never-ending pool of options, it can be hard to know if you’re picking the best bar for a happy hour or night out.
Take it from Stephanie Ridgway, who worked at several bars and distilleries before becoming the director of brand advocacy for the liquor brand Charles Jacquin et Cie.
“I’ve been in my fair share of bars, from dives to high-end cocktail lounges,” Ridgway told Business Insider. “I’ve developed a keen eye for what sets the good apart from the great — and behaviors that will always raise a red flag for me.”
To help spare you a bad experience, Ridgway shared her top red flags to look out for at a bar so you know when…










