QHow much money does it cost to overhaul the bars?
AIn interviews v said their budget is big, in the $100,000 per episode. But many of things they install like a POS system, bar taps, seats, tables are on lease, the show covers the fee for a few months then it is up to the owners to take over the lease terms.
QAre the bar owners really surprised when Jon Taffer show up?
AJon Taffer has said in interviews that they tell the bar owner they are one of three bars in the area that might be selected. They install the hidden cameras and have a camera crew on-site for a few days. In reality they really one have selected one bar but they want the owners to be caught off guard and surprised when Jon Taffer walks in.
QWhat bar has been Jon Taffer's biggest rescue?
AIn an interview Jon Taffer said the "Turtle Bay" bar in New Orleans has been the most successful bar rescue. He said the barber chair (shot chair) he installed has brought in up to $25K per month in sales alone.
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