I checked out these reviews after I had already arrived and was honestly nervous for my experience. Consistent 2 stars throughout the years.. damn! I've never been to a shoeless joe's before ever either so I was a blank slate. Thankfully for me, I would say it's around 3.5 stars leaning towards a 4.
It was the night of the raptor's game against the cavs, so my coworkers and I stopped by right after work and thankfully got a table for 10 without having to wait. Unfortunately, the table/booths near the wall behind the bar are all 100*C and feels like a steamy goodlife sauna. There was no way to turn down the temp either so all of us started melting away and sweat so much, we could pretty much wring ourselves out.. nastay.
A lot of their menu items were half price (I think on weekdays?) most apps were half price and our table got a whole bunch to try, and I got fish tacos to share as my actual meal. Their other entrees looked too filling but delicious - their burgers made my eyes drool. Their beer on tap and mixed drinks were also only 3.99 - THIS IS HOW PEOPLE GET DRUUUUNK.
I enjoyed bites of their spinach dip (which was mediocre.. not enough pretzels/chips and too much dip, and the dip was too thiccc), buffalo cauliflower bites (delicious. Must try) and deep fried pickles (my fave. Very crisp and fresh). My fish tacos were very filling too - it came in 3, but I gave 2 away and my tummy was still okay and full.
My bill with 2 vodka sodas and a plate of fish tacos came to $16. WHAA? That is unheard of. Our service was very fast as well and the food came pretty quickly even though it was pretty much a full house in the restaurant.
I'd definitely come again if I was nearby looking for a bite.