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| - I really loved the atmosphere at The Grind - they did a nice job designing the small space, with the exception of the TVs behind the glass covering that catches the glare from the sun outside. We sat at the bar to eat and received friendly service from the bartender, although not the most prompt...it seemed like the whole staff was a bit frenzied and in over their heads, even the manager. I like that they have Anchor Steam and Stella on tap, but I wouldn't pay $3 for the PBR. What I don't like is the lack of milkshake options...gourmet burger places should have gourmet sides and gourmet shakes, not just the standard chocolate/vanilla/strawberry I can get at McDonald's for half the price.
Two of us ordered the peppercorn burger, sweet potato fritters, and coal roasted veggies to share. A couple minutes later, the bartender told us they were out of the fritters. That's a major strike - when you have this few items on the menu (just 4 side dishes), how can you be out of something like that?! With disappointment, we ordered the scalloped potatoes instead. I would give the sides here 4 stars but the burger just 3 stars. The beef itself in the burger wasn't that flavorful and was a little overcooked. The scalloped potatoes were very rich and delicious, and the green beens were really flavorful. I'd stop in here for a drink, if I was in the neighborhood, but for burgers, I'd go to Delux instead.
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