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| - Arrived on a Friday night to find the parking lot absolutely full. We were determined to give it a try, and after snagging a spot as someone was leaving, when we got in, the dining area did not reflect the parking lot. Scratching our heads, we sat down and were greeted almost immediately. A PA announcement explained the off-balance parking lot to people ratio; the bar hosts a bus to the Kohl Center and this night was for a hockey game. I'm all for buses and keeping some of that traffic out of down town, but it did make it tricky for others to visit the restaurant. Regardless, our order was taken quickly and the food was served before I finished my soup, and everything was piping hot.
I ordered the 4-piece cod meal with fries, came with a nice helping of cole slaw and tartar sauce. I had a soup choice and got the butternut soup. It clearly didn't fall off the Sysco truck and I asked if they made it there. Indeed they did, and it tasted fresh and home made.
I enjoyed the fish because while deep fried, it was not heavily breaded, a real plus in my book. My companions each had the classic burger cooked to their liking.
While the menu reads "pub food" I'd call the quality and service a step up. Food gets four stars, parking situation drops the overall experience a notch. I'm only basing this on the parking for the night we attended, it's probably better most nights.
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