The Things that Work. Really well:
-the burgers. Seriously delicious, imaginative and well constructed burgers. Every time.
-the beer. Options! And real knowledge from the bartender! Like 10-15 on draft and a handful by the bottle.
-the liquor. Again, options! And fun specialty cocktails. And bartenders who know how to construct shots with more imagination than pouring cold jäger in a shot glass.
-the desserts. The brownie and ice cream is so good that I'm willing to throw my calorie counter out the window and devour the thing by myself, while growling at those trying to share with me. NO SHARING!
-the TVs. Lots of them! Playing all different sports! And different teams! Not just the same game on every tv. They switch on music videos after the games are over, later in the evening. I become completely mesmerized by this and will lose at pool because of it.
-the billiards:
---On Monday nights, it's $9 unlimited all night play. Other nights is $7/hour. You can see the value there.
---the tables are beautifully maintained.
---the cues are straight and true. All in excellent condition.
---the pool tables are appropriately spaced from the walls and tables. You never have to worry about twisting yourself in some weird shape because you're too damn close to the wall to make your shot.
-the bartenders. They care abut you and your beers. They will come out to you while you're playing pool to see if you need a fresh drink.
The Things that Don't Work:
-I live too far away and can't come here often enough.