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| - Charlie's name is on the saloon, but the kitchen certainly belongs to Carlos! This is American bar fare with a true culinarian touch, including daily specials and a featured soup prepared from fresh ingredients. The night I visited, I enjoyed the best cream of broccoli soup I've ever had in a bar. It was simply prepared, with a brunoise of onions and celery as aromatics, a topping of shredded cheese, and broccoli so fresh I just had to ask if Dana Carvey was in the back choppin' broccoli.
Our server was very sweet and thorough in explaining the menu and the nightly specials. My husband initially focussed in on the chicken wings, which have received some praise in the Weekly, but changed his mind for the chicken parmesan, one of the chef's specials. It was served with a side of linguine marinara and sauteed broccoli and carrots. I was happy to see him eat his veggies, a reflection that they were fresh and tasty. For only $8.95, this was an unbeatable deal. My vegetarian chipotle black bean burger with pepper jack cheese was exactly how I like my burgers-- lots of flavor! My meal had just enough grease to remind me that I was eating in a bar. I agree with Jadira that the fries are something special and I couldn't imagine eating here without an order of those amazing battered potatoes. My husband requested a side of ranch for dipping and I was very impressed when they served up a homemade dressing with fresh herbs. That's right, in a bar. Just when I thought we had entered the Twilight Zone, Chef Carlos came to our table to check on our meal and introduce himself. Thanks Chef, I know we'll be back!
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