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| - I read about Karson's on Facebook and decided I would go for a drink, and dinner with cornbread. The FB ad mentioned drink specials, but none were offered.
When I arrived this Saturday night around 8:30, the place was empty with the exception of a couple who was sitting at the bar not eating or drinking.
I joined them at the bar, which seats only about five people. The restaurant is quite large, however.
I ordered my obligatory peach martini. The "bartender" had never made one before. As she was preparing my drink, she shared with the other patrons that she only knew the ingredients to a few drinks. Nevertheless, the drink was ok. Unfortunately, she served it on extra ice in a water glass. There was hardly any drink (just a few sips) and no garnish. She zapped all of the fun out of my drink ritual.
Anyway, I ordered fish & chips, but was told that I could not order it. I could only order the fish dinner with two sides. Mind you, one of the available side items is French fries, so I'm not sure why I couldn't have what I wanted.
The cornbread arrived. I was psyched, surely it was goingto be delish, hence the name of the restaurant...nope. Not good at all. Didn't at all taste like the cornbread I'm used to. It didn't seem fresh, nor was it hot.
My fish and two sides arrived. I was quite pleased with the meal. The fish was fresh, breaded perfectly and fried just right. There was plenty of food, enough for two, so I took half home. I also had collard greens and macaroni and cheese, both were really flavorful.
The staff weren't very professional in their conversation. The bartender was accommodating however, so I just ignored the other chatter.
For it to be Saturday night, I expected a little more of a lively atmosphere. I would have been bored crazy were it not for the couple, who talked with me pretty much the entire time. There was no music. The televisions were on, but the volume was turned down.
However, the restaurant is beautifully decorated,the prices are inexpensive; and it's close to home.
I'll carry out next time.
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