I have gone to two different Hickory Taverns within the last 3 weeks. Not much different. Big screens, TVs...a bar, and a decent menu. The atmosphere was quiet during the day visit for lunch. The night trip was also quiet...not too busy. Service was typical for a bar restaurant. The servers have to wait multiple tables....so not much interaction. The food, especially the sweet potato fries, that were drizzled with honey and butter was good. I ordered a salad with chicken. I was surprised that the grilled chicken came out on the salad very cold....as if it was removed from freezer. However the server was very quick to get a fresh salad topped with a very nicely grilled, chicken breast. very good. The other thing that provided the "bar" feel at one of the restaurants....was ordering bottled drinks (beers and coolers) and not being offerred a frosted mug or glass. I thought that was fairly standard. Should not have to ask...should have been offered. I will return....with family and friends to see how larger crowds are handled. good locations and good parking.