I used to work in Cross Plains and would drive past this place. I did that for about a year before I finally said "I have to try it." A friend of mine had ate there a week prior and like the fish. He and I both enjoy fish fries. Anyways I decided that tonight was the night I would head to Pine Bluff for some fine dining. I called in the early afternoon and made a reservation for 2 at 5:30 for my fiancee and I. We arrived at about 5 for a beverage in the bar before we ate. The bartender was friendly and looked like Santa Clause with his snow white hair and beard.
Fast forward to 5:30 and we head over to the hostess station and the host seats us promptly. We look over the menu's for a few minutes and our waiter stops by to take drink orders. (Brandy Old Fashioned's are good here)... We both hit up the salad bar which was small but pretty good.
A few minutes later we had fresh fish, both enjoying cod (deep fried). It was a tad small as I only ordered the 1/2 order which consisted of 2 pieces since I had a salad. The pieces were kind of small. I had french fries with the fish and they were crispy and fresh. The fish was served with tartar sauce and no lemons.
Overall the fish was ok, I would have liked a bit more breading on it. The salad bar needs to be expanded. Our waiter never stopped by to ask how our meal was, he just kept walking past and I when I flagged him down for our check he seemed embarrassed almost like he forget about us...
If i had a different waiter next time I think I'd be happier, the menu looks good although limited. I think I will try the Lake Perch next time or a steak The atmosphere was your typical old school Sconnie Supper Club which is becoming more and more rare.
Well folks, I may be back...