Went in about a month ago to check it out after the reno. First impression will be my last impression.
Got served by two managers, a server, and a hostess. Nobody knew what was going on and our order was taken more than twice.
The atmosphere is not the kelsey's I have known and loved since I worked there 20 years ago. Very loud and open with some new age type music blaring. Could hardly hold a convo with my fiancee.
Ordered the three cheese dip (always a must until now) it is not the same dip I have gotten and loved for the same 20 years. I didn't like the looks of the new menu items so I went for my staple, the cracked peppercorn burger. Wow was I disappointed even further. New bun, patties (not the 1/3 lb. patty anymore), mayo, cheese (grossest processed cheese I have ever experienced), and almost no peppercorns.
Got the bill and couldn't believe the cost for the quality (or lack there of) that we received.
Manager said they are trying to attract a newer younger drinking crowd. Congratulations it worked. I will never go to Kelsey's again.