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| - This place is alriiight. Three stars is being generous, in my opinion. It's kind of like a small saloon with a bit of wear & tear, not much deco on the walls (in the bar area) other than their own merchandise and a couple tv's-- but I guess that creates their version of character. Aesthetics is not a strong point here.
The vats are impressive upon first glance...but the beer not so much. **HUGE beer connoisseur here** After making my way thru the maze of oddly arranged tables, I sat myself at the bar.
There was an older, not-so-friendly man bartending the day I went. He seemed to be very irritated to be in the presence of those at the bar. Maybe it was because I'm not a local? Maybe it was because the guy had a rough day? Maybe....he just plain loathes being there.
I looked at the drink menu...it all -looked- good and was definitely willing to try it all....especially the banana stout, but opted for the monkey pils (just falling back on familiarity).
As I tried to order, the man just looked at me, shook his head and didn't utter a word. What's that mean?! You're shunning my choice or you're out of the pils? It'd have been nice if I was actually greeted then maybe tossed a few recommendations!!! I mean DAMN! (Or Dam...whichever) could this guy BE anymore lackluster and apathetic?!
I ordered the high scaler ale which was delightful.
And guess what? As soon as the other, more personable bartender showed, the pils was back on tap!! Funny how that worked out.
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Also decided to try the beer flight. I forget the names of the beers. the ipa tasted very soapy and the stout was thin and flavorless. The hefe was superb -- albeit a bit on the bitter side...I wasn't crazy for it. Of the lot, I really only found two to be tasteful.
We also ordered the chili cheese fries....and I don't think I'll ever order them here again. The chili was strangely sweet, the queso just...no. and WAY too many jalapenos for my taste.
The one thing I did like was the hand scrub in the bathroom and the nice patio area. I'll give this place another shot with the hopes of a different bartender and a different food selection.
I love beer and I love local breweries, especially those that feature and showcase other (local) brewers. I like that about this place, and I'm sure if I was a local, this spot would be my go-to.
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