Earlier this month the police shuttered Rob Shamlian's two LES spots Los Feliz and Mason Dixon, citing underage drinking. Los Feliz reopened this weekend and Mason Dixon is expected to reopen soon, but their shutterings have brought new attention to the dramatically increased police presence in the area of late. Bar owners are claiming conspiracy ("There is something amiss when a restaurant with great food, great relationships with the neighbors, no noise complaints, and a responsible policy toward underage drinking gets shut down."), and recent statements from the number two at the 7th Precinct, while denying a conspiracy, certainly should give bar owners pause.
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NYPD Eyes LES Bars As Los Feliz Returns
Mason Dixon Shutdown Sign Of Police Conspiracy?
Yesterday, it was reported that LES hotspots Mason Dixon and Los Feliz, both owned by Rob Shamlian, had been shut down by the police for underage drinking and serving alcohol "after hours." A Mason Dixon spokesman told us that neither establishment had ever served minors, and now one bartender tells us that the Seventh Precinct is just picking on honest small business owners in the area. He writes:
Mason Dixon, Los Feliz Shuttered For Alleged Underage Drinking
We'd say this is surprising, but we wouldn't want to lie. LES bars Los Feliz and Mason Dixon, the latter known for its mechanical bull, were shut down by a court order last night, which accused the establishments of serving alcohol to minors. Mason Dixon is also accused of serving alcohol "after hours." One LES partier wrote on Twitter last night, "Mason Dixon on Essex street is being raided by the cops. I feel like I'm in college."
Cinco De Mayo: Where to Eat, Drink, Honor Battle of Puebla
It's that time again. Time to take out the tequila, teach yourself how to make guacamole (again), and stock up on limes for your Coronas. That's right, it's the anniversary of the triumphant Battle of Puebla in 1892! More commonly known as Cinco de Mayo in America, the unlikely victory over French forces is cause for celebration for Americans and Mexicans alike, if just for the excuse to don some crazy sombreros. Or if you're not into that, you could just say you're celebrating the half-anniversary of Guy Fawkes day. Click on the photos above for some restaurant and bar specials around the city in honor of the great victory.
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