Had my first trip to Tenders today -- delicious chicken fingers, fries, dipping sauces and apple slices. But seriously -- the children in this place made me want to pull my hair out. They were everywhere, screaming, being tickled by adults who should be shot. It was a cacophony and made us want to run screaming.
How did I live up this way for 3 years and not try this joint? Part of it is that it looks a little redneck-ish from the road. I had no idea until recently that it is owned by the same group that runs 131 Main, one of our favorite restaurants. So, that made it something we were a little more adventurous with. But the children... dear God... the children...
I agree with others that the one drink machine, the sort of sterile environment, and the large numbers of people (and children!) hanging all over the place at 2:00pm on Saturday make it a place I will probably only visit on off hours, or to eat in my car. Thus the 3 stars, even though the food deserves 4. Great tender chicken!