Joe's take on the prohibition theme is pure camp, but it's not the only restaurant in its vicinity where the inside is decorated to look like you are outside. In general, it is a fun neighborhood bar. It caters to an older, more local crowd than that of Davis Square proper, so it makes for a nice break from the yuppie hipster vibes emanating from just a quarter mile away.
They also serve excellent pub food. It is down to earth, satisfying and inexpensive. I especially like their burgers. They have a wide selection, and are as good if not better than some burger restaurants in town. They also have a bunch of tropical drinks served in fish bowls. These are tasty and strong, but served responsibly. The menu stipulates that you can only purchase one for sharing, and one pair can order no more than two a night.
The servers are friendly though not always on top of things. The clientele seems to be really outgoing too. The last couple times my barmates and I have been there, we've gotten into some pretty interesting conversations with random drunk couples.
It's ok. Wait staff was pretty incompetent. Couldn't tell me what was in anything and seemed unable to ask the kitchen. Sort of seemed annoyed to have to get us stuff as a waiter.
Fries and buffalo chicken wrap were fine. Black bean soup was inedible. The saltiest salt lick I've ever tasted. Waitress did not notice we did not eat it.
Minus one star for super salt and having to pay extra for a side of dressing. That tiny dish of honey mustard does not cost you a $1.