Completely redone review.
The first time we went to Hal's we found the food generic and the waitress was pretty lame. We said we'd give it another go and we did. Hal's is expanding and because of this I think they've stepped up their game. The first time we went we got the fish tacos and the spinach artichoke dip. We again got the fish tacos, but this time shared a steak salad as well.
The fish tacos were much much better and I will now be craving them. Big fresh chunks of fish, fresh veggies, warm tortilla, and a spicy mayo.
The waitress was better and the beer selection is still the best in the North Hills.
The food could still be stepped up and a little more creative and the noise could be addressed during dinner hours, but Hal's is a good option.