Flynn's Irish Pub

I had an interesting experience one night when I got snowed in. I have had issues with other restaurants in the region. As an older woman (age 53) who travels far from another community for work, some restaurants have either treated me very rudely or refused to seat me. But this restaurant was willing to seat and serve me like anyone else. When the waitstaff at Flynn's started the "elderspeak", calling me pet names and talking slowly, softly, in simple sentences, at this restaurant the waitstaff agreed to stop this as soon as I asked them to stop. They even agreed to call me by name as an equal person. They didn't kick me out when their trivia game started but let me watch and even invited me to join in! And the food was good.

PS. In case anyone was wondering, this is elderspeak:

Elderspeak: Babytalk Directed at Older Adults
by Karen Austin, ChangingAging Contributor

[Editor’s Note: Originally posted at The Generation Above Me,)
(Poster's note: the "I" in the article is Ms. Austin", not the poster of the review)]

About a year after I started volunteering at a skilled nursing home, I observed a set of new teenaged volunteers who came to help with a craft at the monthly meeting of the Red Hat Society. I heard several of the volunteers speak slowly and loudly, using a sing-song voice. In response, I saw many of the residents roll their eyes.

Unfortunately, I had flashbacks to when I also first started as a volunteer. I altered my speech inappropriately as well, hoping to be supportive but coming off as patronizing instead.

I have since learned to identify the features of elderspeak. More importantly, I’ve learned to change my attitude. At its core, elderspeak communicates a condescending attitude. And from that attitude the person’s language might demonstrate the following features of elderspeak:
Speaking slowly
Speaking loudly
Using a sing-song voice
Inflecting statements to sound like a question
Using the pronouns “we,” “us,” and “our” in place of “you.”: “How are we doing today?”
Using pet names such as “sweetheart,” “dearie,” or “honey”
Shortening sentences
Simplifying syntax (sentence structure)
Simplifying vocabulary
Repeating statements or questions
Answering questions for the older adult: “You would like your lunch now, wouldn’t you?”
In other ways talking for the older adult: “You are having a good time on the patio today, I see. And you have your pink sweater on, which you love. Right?”
Asking people questions that assume role loss, idleness and powerlessness such as “Who did you used to be?” “What did you used to do?”
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The above is a quote from an article that explains the problem. Most people don't even realize "elderspeak" is hurtful. Age discrimination (against old, young and others in between) is rampant in our society, especially against women) and so entrenched people don't even notice its there.

Good value for food, clean environment, appropriate music for pub and good menu choices, nice not to see a huge menu. Service was good, friendly and honest.
Thanks ☺️

Had a great time with friends. Great food and drinks.

The server was very friendly and accommodating. Had wee Irish dancers, very cute. Live entertainment was great. Food was greatly improved since new owners and more seating since Reno. We'll go back.

Crystal welcomed us with a warm smile and asked for our beverage order. Great Irish cream ale on tap tasted great. The price was great as well. For the wings and the beer. Happy in happy hour between 3 and 5.