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| - Massive beer selection among a sea of TV's. I have been eagerly awaiting Duckworth's to open and had high expectations. We were not disappointed.
We stopped by Saturday night for dinner and drinks. Wandered over to the bar area, as we waited for our table, and were immediately approached by a server who helped us find a spot to sit, explained their beer menu, and made great recommendations. The place was packed as the Duke v Carolina game was soon to start. Our drinks never went empty; bartenders were quick to notice near empty glasses. You can tell Duckworth's has done this before. They had trainers in bright red shirts assisting staff and ensuring prompt service.
After a drink at the bar, the pager buzzed and we were escorted to a table upstairs. Much quieter and mellow. Our bar tab was effortlessly transferred to our table. The service upstairs reflected what we had experienced downstairs in the bar. The food was great and came out in about 15 minutes. Most of us had a variety of their cheesesteak and all were happy. I went with the smokehouse philly - steak, jalapeƱo bacon, BBQ sauce, pepper jack, topped with fried onions. Paired it with garlic fries. My mouth is watering as I type this.
The basement is opening in early April as The Cellar. According to the staff, it will be a more intimate environment with specialty beer and possibly a mixologist, paired with a more refined farm-to-table menu. Fingers crossed they are open in time for my birthday!
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