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| - I absolutely love Mill Ave. and its atmosphere. This particular bar has changed hands a few times. Now that it's El Hefe, while it does fit the culture of Mill with its laid back patio bar feel and delicious food, the service leaves much to be desired.
My friend and I put our name in for a table but opted for a spot at the bar since we were hungry and wanted to grab a drink while we waited. In the cumulative time we spent waiting for a bartender to even acknowledge us, we could have walked to another bar and been served our drinks and food. I'm not big on "assuming the position" as far as it comes to bars (I had a friend once tell me, you have to lean forward and put an arm out to get their attention). Nah; I expect a bartender to do their job and notice someone new and, if not ask if they need something, acknowledge us and say "I'll be right with you!" or "How you doing tonight?" We received neither. Our bartender was nice enough to exchange my margarita when I discovered I didn't care for it (the Chihuahua isn't all it's cracked up to be; for a Mexican food place, not the best marg I've ever had), but then we waited an eternity to pay our checks.
I would definitely come back for the food, but not for the service or drinks. Nothing impressive about either one. However, knowing there are $2 taco specials, I would probably try to plan ahead next time and order everything in one go, something like this:
:After getting the bartender's attention:
Bartender: You ready for some drinks?
Me: Actually, we're ready for it all. Can we get two frozen margaritas, four tacos, an order of guac and chips (brought out before tacos please), and the check?
Probably will save us lots of time and trouble next time around, if there is a next time. Too many other great bars and restaurants on Mill may make it tough to give this one another chance.
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