The internet can be a cruel, cruel place sometimes. But it can also be the place to see how people are reacting to the news of the closing of Mike’s Tavern.

In the original report of Mike’s closing on The Pitch, there is a bevy of people sharing their own thoughts on the long-standing bar and restaurant in the comments section. This comes after the new restaurant, Brady’s Public House, will “go for the people in Brookside,” according to new owner Shaun Brady. (Tip: Don’t ever read the comments section of anything on the internet … except for this.)

“Kelpouche” writes:

“Mike’s Tavern has a long history here in Kansas City. The bar “Mike’s Tavern” has been around since 1964. However the bar/building existed long than that. It has been an establishment where many have come to “reunite” or enjoyed a burger & beer. I’m sure if you ask any college student from UMKC or Rockhurst, they would say that it was an important place in their memory. I would hope that this new “bar” would highlight the history of a place where many have enjoyed for years.”

“Mrs. Kravitz” says:

“This makes me sad. And there are a lot of Brooksiders that (1) love dive bars and Mikes in particular (2) are a bit weary of “upscale” pricing and attitude (3) appreciate a $2 beer along with the rest of the world. I think the owners have badly misinterpreted who their customers are – or might be. … We need another “upscale” Irish bar in the area like we need a hole in the head.”

“mellymelbatoast” believes:

“I do think it’s a mistake to not serve ‘$2 beer’ in a college neighborhood. Let it be casual, even keep some of its divey personality. This is where the kids (and the faculty) come to unwind.”

And “WaldoMan” says:

“Well, at least we have the Peanut in the area for cold, cheap beers and food. I miss the old Mike’s. I once played pool with Albert Pujols there. Good times. This concept is not gonna work.”

To be fair to Brady’s, the new restaurant opening in the place of Mike’s, it has the opportunity to succeed, but after comments by Brady that his new restaurant will turn “away from the college dive bar thing” and replace it with “an upscale destination for people in the neighborhood who want good food and good drinks,” it may be tough from the start.

Brady has recently served as executive chef of the Reserve restaurant in the Ambassador Hotel in Kansas City and hails from Tipperary, Ireland, according to The Kansas City Star.