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New sports bar ‘The Embassy’ promises to bring American-Style experience to Georgetown
Kaieteur News- Georgetown’s nightlife is getting a stylish and unexpected new addition with ‘The Embassy,’ an American-style sports pub and billiards lounge located on the third floor of Movietowne, Liliendaal.
But this isn’t just another bar opening, it’s the realization of a vision that blends premium service, pool culture, and local identity, all under one roof.
Owner Andrew MacDonald, an American now living in Guyana, says The Embassy was born from a simple observation, that Guyanese people love pool, but quality venues to enjoy the game are hard to come by.
“I just walked around on foot with my pool stick looking for pool tables for about six months. What I noticed is that Guyanese love to shoot pool, but the tables aren’t always kept in the best condition,” MacDonald said.
New sports bar ‘The Embassy’ promises to bring American-Style experience to Georgetown
The Embassy offers five tournament-sized pool tables in an air-conditioned space, with tables cleaned, brushed, and covered nightly. But MacDonald stresses that this isn’t a “gaming lounge.”
“To me, a gaming lounge means slot machines and stuff like that. This is a sports bar and billiards lounge, no gambling, just good vibes and quality service,” he clarified.
Inside, patrons can expect a relaxed yet modern atmosphere, plush couches, strategically placed TVs broadcasting a wide variety of sports, a stage for karaoke and trivia nights, and a VIP area for bottle service.
“When you step in, the thing you’re going to notice is that it’s comfortable,” MacDonald said.
His idea is to ensure, “You can bring a date and actually have a conversation. You can bring your family, sit, eat, and talk. It’s an alternative to the louder, high-energy spots.”
The Embassy has opened its doors, though MacDonald admits the journey to this point has had its challenges.
He shared, “Opening a business anywhere is hard. In Guyana, things happen at a different pace especially in the supply chain. Shipping from out of country has taken two to three months longer than usual.”
Despite those delays, MacDonald has made it a point to support local industry wherever possible. He said, “Everything I could source locally, I did from the furniture to the hand-sewn aprons. The designers, contractors, craftspeople are all Guyanese. This is not a U.S. company. It’s a Guyanese company with one American guy working for it.”
Beyond the pool tables and sports bar setup, MacDonald says The Embassy, is also a step toward redefining the service industry in Guyana.
“To me, this is the government’s realization of the service industry as a respectable, well-paying profession. I’m offering higher wages than anyone plus profit sharing. If I create an environment people are happy to work in, they’ll pass that on to the customer,” he shared.
The menu will feature classic bar fare like burgers, fish and chips, chicken tenders, salads, and pizzas. Events like karaoke Thursdays, trivia Tuesdays, and even themed nights for different groups will round out the weekly entertainment.
Proprietor, Andrew MacDonald
While bars are nothing new to Georgetown, MacDonald believes The Embassy brings something fresh, a fusion of American-style hospitality with Guyanese warmth and energy.
“It’s a bar, yes. But it’s more than that. It’s a place you’ll want to return to not just for drinks, but for the people, the vibe, and the experience,” he noted.
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