A favorite staffer of our new / old favorite neighborhood bar, Gio!
Bar(s) that I work at: 9th Avenue Saloon – Hell’s Kitchen
How long I’ve worked there: since June ‘22
What are my shifts: Tue-Fri 9pm-4am, Sat 2-9pm
What makes this bar great: neighborhood bar with no frills for unwinding after work, drinks before a show, or catching up with friends
Best drink I make: Spiced Mezcal Margarita
I love it when customers: know what to drink when it’s busy
I hate it when customers: don’t know when to call it a night
Craziest thing I’ve seen here: Nothing crazy … 9th Ave Saloon has been pretty chill
Other places I’ve worked: Boston, South Beach Miami, Fire Island and San Diego, Jacksonville & Ft Lauderdale
My hometown: New York
Stuff I do when I’m not bartending: Movies, shows, concerts & museums
Single or Taken: SINGLE
Who/what turns me on: Confident, funny, & thoughtful guys
Favorite music: House, Latin, Rock , & Pop
Favorite movie or TV show: TRICK movie (1999)
Favorite drag queen: Coco Peru
My drag name would be: Tequila Smash
Favorite gogo boy: Matthew Camp when he danced
Favorite DJ: Abel Aguilera
Other stuff you need to know about me: [blank!]
Follow me on: Instagram
Tip me at: Venmo @GioCNy
