The service was poor, to be kind. Â The service took away my friends 3-year old's lunch before he was even done with it and without even asking. Â Don't take food away without asking, especially from a little kid who is slow to eat (kids sometimes pick their food and take a long time). Â We didn't notice right away since she grabbed it out so fast, then when we asked for it back she said it was already gone and didn't even offer him some more fries or anything to make up for it. Â Just not cool. Â
Other than that, they were out of just about everything. Â Now, I get things may have been busy the night before, but plan better. Â Heck, they didn't even have bloody Mary's. Â How does a bar and grill run out of that mix? Â
I don't think I would go back.
New menu and chef!!!
Puck has an indoor music and comedy venue, and upstairs lounge and an outdoor restaurant. Â I've only been to the outdoor area, so that's what my review is based on.
I went to Puck a few times and the food was awful. The only reason I kept going back was because I liked to eat outside, they have Phillies games on a projector screen, and it's dog friendly. The good news is they just got a brand new chef and menu - and it's AMAZING!
No more deep fried chicken fingers and hot dogs. Â I had lobster tacos, smoked salmon nachos, plantain encrusted tilapia, wild mushroom ravioli. Everything is made fresh, right down to the pasta. The chef even makes homemade dog treats for the four legged guests.
If you've been to Puck before and didn't like it, I suggest giving the new menu a try. The staff was really friendly and even brought my dog a bowl of water.
Under new mgt! Check out this place, biggest patio in town and has many exciting events every weekend! Every Thursday is pint night 1/2off drafts w/ a purch of a pint to take home, best deal ever. Never really went out on Thursday but now I do every Thursday night! Also local games on the outside projection screens one on the wall of the building that you can see from the street looking up the ally! Check em  out!
Review Source:I was impressed with the layout and decor of PUC. Â Its a well put together place that would fit perfectly into Philly. Â They have a large outdoor patio & bar. Â There is another bar inside and they have a cool room downstairs also.
I don't think the crowd that frequents Doylestown makes this place worth going to. Â I was there on a Friday night and the place was totally dead. Â
If there is a band playing at Puck I'm sure you would be happy watching them there. Â If you're not going to see a band its not worth stopping by.
I'm an easy grader, but this place was terrible. My chili was at best edible, my chicken ceasar wrap was barely wrapped and not for fullness. My sweet potato fries Which I paid extra for were not even cooked through. My fiance's grilled cheese looked like melted cheese on bread. The only saving grace was I didn't pay full price for this mess.
Review Source:A great big dissapointment...
It starts with the dirty, grimy concert venue feeling when walking in the door and ends with the not so great "upstairs bar" which feels more like a 1970s, tacky, swanky, washed up bar.
The only place worth sitting is small and cramped, and the setup is less than ideal.
The food was okay, but definitely not worth the price, and the specials are nothing worth mentioning.
I was eager to check this place out, but I definitely won't be back.
Worst service... We spent 10min trying to wave down our young waitress, asked a bartender to send her, and when we got her (to ask for cutlery...as our food got cold) she looked irritated and didn't come back!! Â Thankfully, a more seasoned waitress came by and helped us out. Â Food was mediocre, boring, blah...
This place has potential - great outdoor seating, canopy, beerrrrrr - but lord, they're a mess.
Is there good food to be found in my beloved Doylestown?
My BF and I have gone to Puck twice, once to hear a band play in the downstairs area and once to have lunch on the patio.
Music venue - not too bad. Â The drinks are definitely spendy, but for us it was worth it to hear some good live music way out in the 'burbs. Â Not really any place for dancing, but everyone was so crammed in there wouldn't have been room for it anyway.
Lunch - sucked. Â It should have been an awesome experience -- a nice casual meal under the canopy on a gorgeous summer day, sipping a beer and listening to a live band. Â It wasn't. Â The service was super slow, despite 2 servers out there and us being one of only 2 tables occupied for the first hour. Â Our server brought our food and then was like "do you want napkins or utensils?" Â Seriously, you have to ASK if we want to use a napkin while we eat? Â The food itself was mediocre, it was like someone in the kitchen forgot that salt existed. Â Our hummus was flavorless (no salt), and even the homemade chips that came with my BF's burger didn't have a single grain of salt on them. Â My gazpacho was seasoned fine, although it was the consistency of tomato juice instead of being chunky. Â The chicken salad tasted like something you'd get from the deli case in the supermarket. Â Oh, and the bartender put a sugary maraschino cherry at the bottom of my pint of cherry-wheat beer. Â Ugh.
In a nutshell, we'll never spend money on food here agin; too many other good places to eat within a block of the place. Â We'll go for the music and just have a simple drink.
PUCK is okay. Â As others have indicated, it's rather pricey for what you get (small glasses, small plates), and it's difficult to claim the rather slow dessert and drink service is worth its $25 to $50 check average. However, I so enjoy their live music scene.
The basement has a stage with a small seating area in the front and a full bar in the back. Â The entire space has a new feel to it and is kept very clean. It is a tad bit elite - I find it difficult to get in and pay the cover without feeling like a trespasser.
The outdoor seating area and bar has a sound system which replays only local hits to pay tribute to the those bands who have played here in the recent past. No Q102 or other such nonsense. That's a good thing! Â 3 stars.
I have been involved in the original music business for 25 yrs. I have booked shows at some of the premier venues throught the 80's, 90's and 00's, along being a partner in a live music venue for 10+ years.
I might be biased because they allow to do a monthly show there but the owners and staff are 100% about original music. The sound is amazing in this room. The music style is geared toward top level bands that have their music and songwriting together. So it's obvious tough to get in this room if you are band.
They have a nice small menu and a great selection of beers and alcohol. Â the prices are a little high but it sets a standard of patrons and people who want to enjoy a night of music without annoying people doing shots or heckling a band because they are not playing a top 40 cover sound.
If you are a music lover and want to discover some great bands I highly recommend Puck.
My first impression of the venue was very good. Cool out door seating and trendy basement entrance.
It was down hill from there. As a group of 7, we were seated seprately. Then when attempting to sit together the staff desided to confront members of our group who were simply saving our spot.
Service was abismal. After a server dropped off the menu. We were not served until I approuched the front counter and asked for them to send a server to our table. This was after 30 minutes of trying to catch some staff member's eye. Â
The food took an addition 15 minutes (for chips and cheese) and was mediocre at best. And definitely over priced.
On several occations the staff approuched individuals in our party to intruct us that we were not following house rules. For future patrons here are the rules because they are not explained to you ahead of time and not obvious:
1. Once seated you are not to approuch the bar.
2. If you purchase a beverage outside you can not bring it inside.
3. When reentering the bar you must wait patently for some one to authorize your entrance.(that's even if there is no one there and you have a wrist band given with the $10 cover. )
Live entertainment was great. But my recommendation is you go else where to enjoy it.
First, I've never seen an act here -- this review is strictly for the patio.
Who doesn't like to sit outside with a drink on a beautiful day? You can do it at Puck, and pay A LOT.
Service out back consistently leaves something to be desired. Once I ordered 'nachos'; when they finally arrived they were half crumbs and came with a side of salsa. No cheese. It's hard to flag a waiter down.
And I guess this complaint is small but the giant fountain sculpture in the middle of the patio - Â yick, tacky!
I know their main purpose is as a music venue, but they keep the patio open even when no one is playing -- can't be an accident, so stop behaving as if good service is an accident.
So three couples and I went to see Willie Porter tonight . He was absolutely fantastic ! The venue was decent , nice staff even though the waitress was on the slow side .I understand she had a bunch of tables but she left a huge stack of plates in front of my friend right up until the act started . We were the first people to arrive so we got seats right up front which was nice . But again we all ordered and half of us were done eating by the time the other half of the table got their food . The food by the way is mainly sandwiches and light apps and tasted mediocre . I ordered a margarita early in the night and had one other before we left . It came in a small chardonnay glass and ended up being 20 bucks for the two of them . I almost fell out of my seat when I got the bill ! One drink alone was more than my hummus plate ! This is Doylestown people , not Center City or New York . I work in a restaurant myself and we specialize in martinis which are nowhere near as expensive or puny as these were . If you go for the music alone you'll love it , but eat and drink before or after you go . Try Lilly's Gourmet , not fancypants but definitely have a great selection of high quality sandwiches with fresh ingredients . Also its a block away from Puck and way cheaper eats considering the ingredients and taste.
Review Source:I love this place. The  sound is wonderful. The food is great and the service is great. I like the atmosphere. I have never had a problem with the seating. This is a great place for adults to go and listen to live music. This is not the type of place with a lot of drunks dancing around. But if you are a music lover then you will enjoy The Puck.
Review Source:This is the toughest place in Doylestown to review. Â The reason why is that is so many different things on different days. Â We have danced on the porch all night to Irish Rock, listened to poets almost put us to sleep, enjoyed drinks on a perfect summer night with friends, and listened to some amazing local talent. We have dealt with both awesome and snobby staff.
All-in-all this is a great place to take friends and out-of-towners for a different side of Doylestown and for a mixed bag of entertainment.
I was very excited when Puck was opening, since at the time, it would be the only non-smoking bar in Doylestown. Â Add great live music, and how could they go wrong?
Well, the red velvet rope at the entrance really has to go. Â This is Doylestown, not NYC or LA. Â And the management has a "cooler than you" attitude (believe me, they aren't cooler than anyone). Â So the acoutics have improved since they opened, and it is a good place to see live music. Â They really don't encourage dancing, seems like they frown upon it. Â The bar selection is what you would expect and the service is decent. Â There is also an outdoor bar.
So it IS a music venue. Â They have had some great musicians like Phil Roy, Daneilia Cotton, Al Stewart play. Â The website is pretty cool - sign up for the mailing list - if there are low ticket sales, they send out last minute email deals.
Eat before you go, though. Â The food offerings include an assortment of "gourmet" hot dogs (they are cooked in a microwave), chicken fingers and a few wraps. Â Cheesy. Â I expected more from the former owners of Roosevelt's and Blue 52.
And like the other reviewer pointed out, if you want a table, call ahead to reserve one.
I have to concur generally with the first reviewer. I've only been to the Puck once- to see Al Stewart for two shows in  April 2007.
The setup is nice, the sound was great and the food was very good as well. It was priced well as well.The service was excellent as well. I can't speak on the beer- as I don't drink it I generally don't notice the selection.
The only complaint I have with the Puck is their seating policy. It is stated on their site that the doors open at such and such a time and that seating is on a first come- first served basis. I was at the venue when the doors opened and went in and went to select my seat. I attempted to sit at one table- a four person table- nearto the stage. I was told I could not sit there- the reason being I was not a party of four and they would need that table later for the parties of four they knew were coming.
I questioned where i was allowed to sit and was told the two people tables were in the back along the wall. Â I pointed out the policy on the website and the individual still would not let me sit there. I countered with the following- there was a 3 person table directly in front of the stage and I was meeting someone at the show. We both had an extra ticket that wasn't being used and I said we were choosing that table. I got no further argument from the person seating me. I had little recourse since this person was the manager so I could not complain to anybody about this policy.
I avoided the problem with the second show- i helped the opener Dave Machmanoff sell his merchandise so I just sat at the back of the room at the bar- and the sound was great way back there as well.
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