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| - To begin, this was previously Village Pub. I have driven by this place hundreds of times over the past few years, and when the name changed to Yorky's, I had assumed it had been sold off to another owner. I like the old school vibe in Village Pubs, and I guess I just assumed another owner wouldn't have kept the same feel, so I dismissed it.
Yesterday, I decided to stop just to check it out. 2 things surprised me:
1) It's the still part of Village Pubs. They removed the restaurant section and just kept the bar.
2) This place is one of the nicest little bars in town! The bar looks brand new, the decor is upscale pub and all fresh, brand new flat screens around the bar. I was very impressed.
With that being said, I was immediately greeted by Mickey, the day shift bartender. Super nice! Got an ice cold Stella and thew some money into the Keno machine. Shift changed and Brian came on board. First thing he did was come over to introduce himself with a handshake. That's good bartending.
I had dinner plans later, but I asked to see a menu anyway. They have a simple one sheet, two sided menu. Typical pub fare with a couple little surprises. Then I saw it...Fish & Chips! I was excited for a minute, but then remembered all the disappointments I've had with Fish & Chips in bars. I asked the bartender if they were any good, and, of course he said they were awesome. Still skeptical, I continued my Keno and transitioned back to my date, Stella. Just then, and older patron came in and she asked if she could get 2 orders of Fish & Chips to go. She looked over to me and said, "We get them all the time when we come, so I thought I'd just come pick some up tonight. They're so good!" It was as if the Gods had witnessed my dilemma and sent the silvery haired messenger to my aid!
Needless to say, I didn't order them, but oh yes. I will be back.
I think I have a new SW spot.
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