As a big fan of La Carnita was excited to check it out. Don't get me wrong - it was tasty and all pretty much deep fried... And really anything deep fried is good but doesn't mean it's great.
Between the four of us had most of the menu. A few highlights but most was a solid 3/5.
- Cauliflower: best dish of the night by far - we ordered a second one
- Fries: as you would expect, solid fries
- Bucket of bones: some very good size ribs, tasty sauce
- Tater tots: meh
- Caesar wedge: meh
- Bologna Sandwich: interesting, definitely not the bologna I remember
- Fried chicken handshake sandwich: good but your typical fried chicken: not the best not the worst
Cocktail list was ok but not as interesting as I would have hoped. Beer list was pretty good considering the American theme. But would be great to see them bring in some more American craft brews, in fact La Carnita has a great interesting beer list... almost should be reversed.
Vibe was good - very very loud (even for us) but booth seating is great for a large group.
Check it out - but if you'll pick a place to go back between this and La Carnita - it will be the latter.