Rivals Sports Den

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  I can say the first shift staff is grade A. Not only did I get a Great meal, they helped fix my flat tire.  The from scratch  mixed drink I got was perfect. The full bar was lined with  flat  screen TVs . 12 beers on tap from places beer matters.  Clean restrooms, nice space. Come on in if you are in the OC.

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  Posted on 09.10.12 Rachel H.

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  The volleyball set-up is fabulous; much better than outpost. The food isn't earth-shattering, but the sandwiches with the Indian flatbread are quite tasty. They also have a nice beer selection to enjoy between volleyball games.  Only downside is service at times is sorely lacking.

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  Posted on 09.07.12 Stan W.

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  The first time my wife and I tried - they were too new. I went back two other times around lunch and found the burgers to be very good. Then, tonight, I went in with my 14 year old son because he wanted to try it - and he loves watching baseball... If I was playing volleyball outside or just drinking in the bar - it would have been great.
  
  But we came at the end of a "rush" - around 8:30 p.m., and that was a mistake. There weren't any clean tables - so the servers (who made their tips for the evening during the "rush") were trying not to bus... finally, they cleaned off a booth with a TV. Ugh, the TV didn't work. Then, they shifted our server from one to another to another...
  
  We stayed because the burgers are good. But it seems the business they get from volleyball leagues is enough for them. They have nothing more to prove. Either you're there for the volleyball or the bar... And you're good. And the burgers are good. The chocolate cake is good. But "the Team of Rivals" is not consistently inviting and welcoming the way the culture is at "the Buns."

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  Posted on 07.23.12 Comebackshane F.

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  The wings are good.  They need a spicy BBQ.  The atmosphere we like and we like giving back to locals.  Get a marvelous recipe and we will frequent for the food more often, but its just bar food really.  Need a niche.

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  Posted on 05.03.12 Renee S.

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  My brother-in-law recommended this place to me. I probably would have never gone here had he not suggested it. It just looks like your typical sports bar from the street. Inside I was surprised at the atmosphere. Typical sports bars are usually loud and obnoxious. This place is much classier and much more enjoyable. Plenty of TV's and even a private TV at most of the booths.
  
  I ordered a basket of kettle chips ($3.99) as an appetizer. They were good, they would have been better if they offered some different kinds of dips with them. I had the triple burger with waffle fries($8.99) for my main course. Probably the best burger I've had at a restaurant. I loved that I got to create my own burger. I told them exactly what I wanted on it and they made it just the way I like it! None of this, "no mayo, no pickles, no onions" and hoping they make it right. The fries were good too, nice and crispy!Unfortunately I was too full for desert, but our waitress raved about the cheese cake.  
  
  The service was wonderful. We were seated right away, I never had to ask for a refill, and the food came out quickly and hot!
  
  Prices were incredible. I would have easily paid $12 for the meal I got and was surprised to only have to pay $9.
  
  All in all this is a fun, affordable, and tasty restaurant that I will be sure to visit again!

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  Posted on 02.11.12 Derek J.

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  Awesome food!

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  Posted on 01.24.12 Kyle J.

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  Probably my favorite burgers I've had in the area! Recccooomeeenndded!

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  Posted on 01.24.12 Erik J.

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  Complete letdown.  Where do I begin....?
  
  Food: Average.  My burger was basic and unexciting. Apparently they have no chef's because the entire burger menu was a build it yourself thing.  My companion's Philly was dry, and he said he "wouldn't even take it home for his dog."
  
  Service: Waitresses seemed friendly and mostly attentive.  Coffee ran empty a few times though.  But the worst was the wait for the food.  S.L.O.W.  A mere fried pickle appetizer took over 20 minutes and the entrees then took at least another 20 minutes.
  
  Atmosphere:  Amazingly lame.  If the TV's weren't on sports channels, I wouldn't have even thought it was considered a sports den.  The TVs that I could see, were only about 32" and none closer than 20 feet.  I would never go here to watch games.  Nothing about the place except the uniforms was sports-y.  The walls were plain wood with no decor.
  
  I most likely will not be back.  It was a waste of time.

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  Posted on 12.23.11 David P.

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  Not bad not great. Firecracker shrimp is just like bang bang from bonefish. Mostly sandwiches and wraps. I did a chef salad which was good but didn't care for the dressings.  Nice atmosphere.

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  Posted on 12.22.11 allen f.

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  Great mix of family dining and sports bar. Firecracker shrimp  is awesome!!!
  Service is fast and friendly. Looking forward to outdoor events.

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  Posted on 11.28.11 Pam A.

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