My family had been here once before and came back specifically for the curly fries. We were disappointed to learn the machine was down. The head cook/ owner? Happened to stop by and our sweet waitress told him we were hoping on fries. He was able and willing to make them by hand for us much to our surprise. We were so excited and grateful. We were celebrating my birthday and they really took care of us. The fries are amazing! Think the best fair fries but not nearly as greasy. We will be back! Can't thank u enough!