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Short Leash has proved me wrong. I was impressed with the concrete and tiled bar, the sleek and curved wood barstools, the gray and white wallpaper, the cute mantras of good living with fun orange and turquoise colors.
My wife and I were greeted by a very nice young lady who sat us at a community table. Maybe it's just me... but I am usually weird about this kind of thing. I hate to eat in public anyway, since eating time is when I get a chance to relax and not think about putting on a smile or selling something to someone. You know? Someone serving me. Well, this was not the case. In this place, I saw a few people I have known from years in the Phoenix area, and then realized that the community table is a new concept that I actually enjoy. I look forward to sitting at this table and possibly have a conversation with Alice Cooper, the Mayor, my neighbor, my teacher from 2nd grade. This concept is especially great for a neighborhood full of artists and college students! Thanks Short Leash for making me get out of my comfort zone and appreciating my community over great tasting food (at a community table, you are more likely to be offered a bit of someone else's appetizer...)
I am going to keep this leash short - THE FRIED PICKLES are one of the greatest things I have ever stuffed in my face. The pickles are thick-sliced and prepared with a slight spicy kick (what they put in their brine is a mystery to me). The panko outside is chunky, crisp, and dry! Each bite was deep-fried magic
The staff was nice, casual, knowledgeable, and not afraid to make substitutes to give each customer what they are looking for.
The hot dogs are incredible and range from classic styles to new spins and ingredients with a unique flair that could only be born from a very competitive food truck market! I ordered the Mac Daddy, and although the meal was not what I expected (I expected macaroni noodles but was surprised to find cheesy penne on my hot dog) I felt that it was a smart move and was probably a healthier and more tasty alternative. The chili had black beans in it, and I give it a thumbs up too.
When we left, I felt great. Usually when I consume a meatbrick from a pub or bar I feel like a tub of lard wallowing out into the street. At Short Leash, I feel like they have really created something fun and savory for Phoenix that left me satisfied, relaxed and entertained.
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