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| - I don't find myself on the East Side all that often, but when I do the options always seem limited. My friends on this side of town tend to agree. But there's one thing going for east side of the freeway, and that's Erin's. Judging by the fact that it has been crowded every time I've been, this is a shared sentiment. As a general rule I like the atmosphere of the Irish Pub-themed places and this place has all the basics: wood panels, fireplaces and a nice bar. I like that it isn't some kind of national chain like Claddagh in Middleton - the original bar is out of Reedsburg I've been told.
The food here is usually good, and although the prices are on the high side I've never had a bad experience. I really like the shepherd's pie but it's pricey. I've been going with the fish & chips lately which is a bit more affordable. It comes in a paper bag on a plate, a bit anachronistic but I appreciate the touch. I only wish they had malt vinegar on the tables. The main complaint that I've always heard about this place is the pace of service, and the first time I came here it was as bad as everyone had said. A coworker of mine went here soon after it had opened and had waited over 45 minutes just to put an order in. My experience was similar, and we were even sitting at the bar. However things seem to have gotten better; in fact last time two waitresses had been assigned to our table. I still think this place gets a bit overwhelmed on busy nights, but that's going to happen with any popular place so be forewarned.
The bar has a relaxed vibe to it and there's a few flat-screens on the walls to catch the game if you're so inclined. It's not exactly positioned in an area where I'd stop by just for a drink, but sometimes when I'm over that direction meeting up with my friends it's a nice place to meet up. Drink prices seemed reasonable and the bartenders were quick and friendly every time except for the first, so I've got no real complaints there. Overall Erin's is a nice place for an occasional dinner or drinks with friends, but is a bit too pricey for me to regularly go there when I find myself over on that side of town.
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