Mike's Tavern

Love the vibe here. Nice servers and good food. I probably go once a week for tots and a burger.

This is a post-ride Monday rendezvous for a group of friends. I rarely stay for such things, preferring to cook dinner at home. Last night was an exception and Mike's was a nice surprise.
The draft beers... they have about 10... were pulled at the right temperature for real beer. Maybe a touch too warm if you drink mass- produced American Pilser... aka Pisswater. But that would be your fault to begin with and your loss. : ) Enjoy a Pale Ale from Boulevard from these taps and you will be speaking in tongues.
I had the burger special. Upcharge for the cheese. It was on a nice little kaiser round run, slightly toasted. It was lightly seasoned, not overcooked to oblivion, and still tender. Not bad. And the sweet potato fries were delicious. Not the best in town (Gary's on the Go BBQ has that honor), but SP fries almost guarantee an extra star from me. lol
Order at the bar and then go sit down. Pay in advance or run a tab. That's the way they roll here.

As a Rockhurst Alum I spent more time and money at Mike's than I'd like to admit back in the day. When I was in school it was the "old Mikes" and it was dirty, cramped, and oh-so-wonderful. Then there were a few years in there where Mikes really went downhill. I was very excited to hear when Mike's renovated and reopened. I've been several times since then and am just now getting around to reviewing it. Mike's did an awesome job of cleaning itself up. The decor is fun and there is plenty of space between tables so that you aren't forced to eavesdrop on someone elses conversation. Oh, wait, is that skee-ball in the corner?!? yes, yes it is. The patio is awesome and large enough to accomodate lots of people. All the food I've had is good; still your basic bar food.

All of my college friends that have gone back to Mike's have all been impressed by it's makeover. It's still a fun dive bar but one that you aren't so embarassed to take your parents to when they are in town for the weekend. Even though I haven't been a regular at the bar since graduating in 2005 it still feels like home. There is just something about it. They can change the decor all they want but it is still "Mikes". Oh, and the little dip in the floor in the doorway by the bathroom is still there. I used to stumble over that all the time...some things never change...