I am not sure if I would go so far as to say they are "breaking all the rules" it seems like the typical trendy gastropub atmosphere. However the pretzels and provolone fondue will be recommended by me if ever I hear of anyone going here or if I ever come here again. My table had mixed reviews on the food. Everyone agreed on the pretzels and the burrata. The salads were only ok and the Brussels sprouts were good but not great. My friend did not like her chicken meatballs although I thought they were ok. I had the fried chicken and I was the envy of the table. It was crispy and very hot when it arrived. I thought it was good but very oily. Back to yardbird for me for fried chicken. I would come here again and try something else.... And the pretzels.