Episode 2: "Downey’s and Out" - We Meet Grandpa Carlos
This week, we tackle Bar Rescue’s second-ever disaster: Downey’s Irish Pub, a Philadelphia bar that somehow managed to make drinking feel like a terrible idea. Jonathan, Alana, Lexi, and Jess dive into the chaos—from an owner who refuses to admit his bar is sinking to a kitchen nightmare so bad even the drinks seem nervous. We break down the red flags, questionable management decisions, and whether Taffer’s Irish makeover was enough to save this shipwreck.
Expect the worst excuses from an owner in full denial. A bar so unsanitary it’s practically biohazard-certified. Did Taffer’s rescue actually work? Or was it just Guinness-colored optimism? So grab a pint (from a clean bar, preferably), and join us as we dissect another legendary mess.