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| - This parking lot is littered with places to watch games and enjoy time out with friends. There's a Tilted Kilt and Quaker, Steak & Lube (and even a Max & Erma's). We walked in to Industry Public House because it was local rather than a national chain. Meanwhile, expecting a sports bar, it was clear that wasn't the case here. On a Friday night, March Madness was on, the restaurant was packed and not a single person inside was watching any of the games on the big screens.
Industry Public House is a a place middle age people come to socialize. We walked in wearing sweats and sports hoodies (to watch games) and were more than out of place. The crowd was mostly mid thirties to mid 50s and well dressed, not dressed in a fancy way, but much nicer than casual. This is a place to be seen, to enjoy a stretched out dinner or drinks with friends or for a special occasion, rather than a quick bite to watch a sporting event. There's a few TVs but many aren't placed in areas that are conducive to watching multiple games. Alcohol and conversation is more important. If you're trying to avoid the 18-25 year old crowd you'll likely accomplish that here.
Industry brings many things to the table; great service, an inviting, upbeat atmosphere, large flat screens and better than you'd expect food. In fact, the food here blows away that you'll find at the competition. I expected to pay more for the atmosphere and quality of food. Meanwhile, it's well priced.
The menu isn't geared toward entrees, rather appetizers, burgers and wraps, all of which taste like they're prepared in house with quality ingredients. Take the wings for example. They are made with fresh, premium chicken and are well seasoned. You won't find the traditional heavily breaded wings, rather lightly breaded and lots of meat. The sandwiches and burgers are made to impress as well. Do try the Model T Turkey that comes with fresh sliced turkey and the Reuben. You can't go wrong.
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