Archive · 26 Jul 2025
Polo Bar Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Sexual Harassment and Drug Use
A fancy NYC restaurant called The Polo Bar, a favorite of celebrities, is facing serious accusations.
A former employee says the restaurant had a bad environment, including sexual harassment, drug use, and treating customers poorly.
The employee claims he was fired after complaining.
The restaurant denies the claims, saying the employee was fired for other reasons.
The lawsuit says some workers would rate female customers and use cocaine openly at the restaurant.
A former employee of The Polo Bar, owned by Ralph Lauren, filed a lawsuit alleging a toxic work environment.
The lawsuit claims sexual harassment, drug use, and inappropriate behavior towards both staff and customers.
The ex-employee, Frank Nobiletti, alleges he was fired after complaining about the environment.
The Polo Bar management has denied the allegations, claiming Nobiletti's termination was due to his misconduct.
The lawsuit details claims of a 'Rating Game' targeting female customers and open cocaine use by staff.
- Who
- Frank Nobiletti, a former employee, is suing The Polo Bar and its management.
- What
- A former employee is suing The Polo Bar, alleging sexual harassment, drug use, and a toxic work environment.
- When
- The lawsuit was filed on July 22, 2025.
- Where
- The Polo Bar in New York City.
- Why
- Nobiletti is suing the restaurant for alleged workplace misconduct including sexual harassment, drug use, and a hostile work environment.
Plaintiff's View
Defendant's View
Work Environment
Plaintiff's View
The work environment was toxic with rampant drug use and sexual harassment. Female customers were targeted with offensive behavior. Nobiletti was fired after complaining.
Defendant's View
The restaurant maintains a safe and inclusive environment.
- Restaurant Name
- The Polo Bar
- Owner
- Ralph Lauren
- Plaintiff
- Frank Nobiletti
- Allegations
- Sexual harassment, drug use, hostile work environment
- Lawsuit Filed
- July 22, 2025
- Location
- New York City