Walk by, look inside for a glimpse of an old-time saloon, then turn around and find someplace else to eat.
This place is in need of serious help! Like a total renovation of decor, staff, and menu. This bar has sooooo much potential as a historical site, but it looks like a flea market with a hodge-podge of junk stuck everywhere. Â The menu had an interesting history of the bar, which was great because I needed something to do while waiting 15 minutes for a glass of water. Â Honestly, that should have been the first clue to just get up and go! Â
I originally placed an order for soup and salad bar, but changed my mind after seeing the congealed dressings and meager selection. Â However, our waitress didn't return to our table for 10 minutes after taking our order, and I was worried my food would hold up the entire order. Â We were able to flag down waitress #2, and I asked her to change my salad bar to a bowl of chili, and let her know it was fine if my chili came out after the rest of the family's food.
Waitress #2 retuned with my chili within a few minutes. Â It was super spicy, which I happen to like, but most people could not have eaten it. Â Lots of peppers! Â About the time I had finished my chili, waitress #3 dropped off the rest of the food. Â Too bad the fries weren't as hot as my chili. Â While they did appear to be homemade, they were cold. Â The hamburger looked like a hockey puck, about 3" around and 2" thick. Â The chicken seemed to be pressed and from a box. Â All three sandwiches were shaped exactly the same. Â Refills on soda or water, Ha! Â Forget that!
Waitress #1 eventually tossed our bill on the table. Â When we pointed out that I had not eaten the $8.00 salad, she rolled her eyes! Â Really? Â Excuse me! Â
One positive note. Â The bartender (manager?) was really working hard. Â He came out several times with drink orders. Â He pointed out tables with customers waiting for service and spoke with several diners. Â If everyone there had cared as much as he did, this place might be saved.