Fox and Hound

Went here a couple weeks ago to watch a bulls games with some friends at 6pm.  

FAILS..
Walked thru the door, there they were, 5-6 staff shooting the sh%t,  stared at me like I shouldn't have walked in on them....no greeting, no hello.. I actually got confused... they looked like they didn't want to be there working...

While watching the game, my guess was the mgr. ordered staff to open the window blinds in the side front rooms with all the projector tv's and couches ...

2 things..

1) It was 6pm while it was nice and bright outside and the light beaming from the uncovered windows worked against the projector screens which made it hard to see.

2) We asked the server. if we they can bring down the blinds in the room to stop the glare on the screens for the game.... the mgr came to our table and she seemed as though she was annoyed and brought down 2 window covers half way. what? that's it? are you ... (you finish)

What kind of a bar needs the light gleaming in?  Doesn't that work against keeping people in the bar?  How are you supposed see let alone enjoy the game when you can even see it...  We weren't about to move to another room cause we had all our food and drinks situated at the table.

I will say the server was nice and very tentative to our table and the food was decent.

I've been coming to Fox n Hounds for years and this is the first time I've ever had an annoying experience... something so simple to resolve, seemed so inconvenient and difficult to for some apparent reason...

I'm taking my money down to the snuggery a couple doors down...

I've been here several times since I live in the apartment complex next door.  But, I'm writing a review finally given my pleasant surprise with their revamped food menu.
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Atmosphere: Great place to catch any type of game.  Lots of big screen TVs in HD in all the different sections of the bar/restaurant.  Not too crowded, but enough people there that are into the games to raise the excitement level vs. watching the game at home.  
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Food: Their menu has been revamped recently, and all for the better.  Had the Barnyard Cheeseburger with Fried Egg that was delicious, and upgraded the fries to Onion Rings instead and those bad boys were HUGE, deep fried just right, and luckily got them hot & fresh right out the deep fryer.  Also, their pretzel stick apps were huge portions, but still fresh and soft, and complemented very well by the cheese sauce.  (See pics)
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Service:  depending on how busy it is, it may take some time for a server to track you down.  But, once they do, service is usually spot on.  Terri found me in the midst of several large parties that were going on yesterday, and was very friendly, and checked on me several times while I was there.  I can say, in the handful of times I've ,the service has been consistently friendly and attentive.
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Plenty of beers to choose from, and plenty of people have commented on that already.
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Great local hangout, and given the menu revamp, will definitely repeat during the remainder of the NBA playoffs in the upcoming week, for not only their beers, but food as well.  
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Let's Go Bulls!

They have an all new menu! Check it out on their website. Lots to choose from and the various apps we tried were all tasty.  Please note - their Big Tex Poppers are HOT! I've had plenty of jalapeno poppers but these ones were spicier than your usual poppers. The dog bites (mini corn dogs) were good & had a different coating on them, and everything on the sampler platter (which is HUGE) was good, especially the beer-battered onion rings.  They also have an extensive beer list.

We were there with a large group and our server was fantastic.  I'm sorry I've failed to remember her name but she was friendly & just the right amount of attentive for a big group on a busy Friday night.

What I didn't like?  3 things:
1. The drink specials may seem like a good deal but the glasses were filled to the brim with ice and they weren't even remotely strong.  I mean, on an empty stomach you would not even feel the effect of having one of two of the drink special cocktails.

2. No beer specials on Friday nights.

3. It's 98% high tops with backless bar stools - with only a couple of couches & regular chairs off to one side.  I hate high tops.  Throw in backless bar stools and you can rest assured I'm not coming back unless the location isn't my choice.  After spending several hours here visiting with friends my back was killing me from such an uncomfortable perch.

So, since not everyone despises high tops like I do I'll settle on 3 stars since the food & service was quite good.