Bill's Place

A friendly bartender makes all the difference, I don't know his name but he's always so happy that it keeps us coming back!

I wish I would have reviewed Bill's years ago. It used to be my favorite place to go but seems to have changed in the past several months. I do still like the bartenders (for the most part) but prices have gone up (more than what seems reasonable) and are different every time we go. We typically get rum and coke and it costs anywhere from $4 to $6...why no consistency? This does not encourage regulars (of many years) to continue going here. I attended a Halloween Costume Contest/Party last night and was quite frustrated with the entire experience (again, not like any I have had here before). First, I was not a participant in the contest so this is not about me not winning. There were some really great and unique costume. Most contests judge based on some criteria, right? Such things as creativity or scariness even sexiness but, in my opinion, it would have been great for contestants to know what the criteria was they were being judged on. Many folks were something scary (of course!) but a completely unoriginal cat won (black outfit and ears with some whiskers painted on). It was obvious that some people put a lot of effort and thought into their costume. There was a cute leopard that actually had a leopard dress on so was much more cat like, why wouldn't she have won? Some people were there to have fun AND engage in some competition but the contest seemed rigged and completely unfair. It used to be a welcoming and just plain awesome place. They seem to cater now more to the party, power drinker crowd (I suppose more money that way) but it is unfortunate because this was the only establishment in the area (that I know of) that had a laid back yet fun atmosphere.

What an awesomely welcoming place!

When researching business opportunities, I always stop in to the local watering hole for guaranteed local advice, you tend to get the unbiased "skinny" from locals. Monica and I are sure glad to have found this place!

Days are for warm hearted locals to gather and we were accepted like long lost family. Introductions all around, drinks were bought for us and we were honored to return the favors.

Bills Place is a rustic old bar with the decor of a not so old western saloon. Heavy into hunting with antique rifles, stuffed game heads and vintage bar amenities from times past. The locals are quick to befriend you and the bartenders even quicker to serve with a smile. All in all, a very happy place to hang your hat for an hour or the day. The rear raised patio is for smoking and overlooks a peacefully wooded creek. You'll feel a nudge on your leg so just reach down and pet one of a few contented dogs belonging to the locals and before you know it, you've been absorbed into a wonderful experience.

We've been back many times and made many friends, actually a deciding factor in the decision to relocate near the coast. Here's to many more enjoyable visits!