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| - I work by Mikey's. I was overjoyed to discover a pub within walking distance of my office. That said, this place is sort of like that ex-girlfriend you wished would have worked out.
When you imagine it in your mind, you think of all the good things, the wonderful times and the memories. But when you actually see it and go there again, the shine is off. That's not to say Mikey's isn't a good time - it is. It's just not spectacular.
Think "friendly community pub", and you're on the right track. Add in the blues, and you're pretty much there. It's a good place for a pint. It's a decent place for a meal. You won't be let down if you go in expecting nothing but those two things.
I've been here for lunches and dinners. Service is usually pretty good, though the odd time your beverages disappear into the great beyond. But oddly, they only have one server working the busy lunch hour. That might've made sense before the transit construction started, but now this place can fill up with hungry construction workers and it'd be good to have another pair of hands helping out.
That said, staff is friendly and apologetic any time something goes amiss. The atmosphere is fun and casual - I've had a few great little conversations with the easy-going staff.
Live shows are a great thing to take a date to, provided your date doesn't mind being surrounded by older people and has a healthy enjoyment of the blues. Oh, and it'll be loud in there. But seriously, some strong talent in here.
I always order one of two things: the chicken sandwich or the burger. I've sampled the dry ribs - they're good, but nothing amazing. Some of their dishes like the calamari salad are excellent, so don't be afraid to be a little adventurous.
It's no 5-star establishment by any means. It'd be a 4 star if the service was always up to snuff. But it's friendly, it's a good watering hole and if you find the beltline packed out, it's worth rolling the dice on for an uncrowded brew.
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