Mike R.
Yelp
We have dined here before and overall it has been a four-star experience. Tonight was the exception. It was a solid two-stars. There was a car show going on with live music, so I thought that we would sit nearby to enjoy the festivities.
Upon arriving, we were seated outdoors, under a restaurant speaker which conflicted with the live music. We asked to be seated in another section and were told that the server in that section might be slow to got to us. That was an understatement! But we were patient. It took probably 15 minutes for the waiter to show and another 15 - 20 minutes to get the beer that I ordered. Meanwhile, the couple next to us got impatient and left after not seeing a server for 15 minutes.
Okay, I finally got my draft beer. It was good and helped with the wait. Our server was a nice guy but was either new or not particularly motivated. About 15 minutes after receiving my beer, our order was finally taken. After a good long wait, my wife received her salad. And I waited, and I waited. After she was half through her meal, mine finally showed. Either the chef or manager apologized saying that the first batch of chicken didn't turn out well, so they re-made it. I had ordered the Deep South Mac and Cheese. The Mac and Cheese itself was a nice bend of cheese and pretty good. The chicken nuggets were different. I really liked the spicy rub that they used, but it tasted like catfish. I wondered if that came from the fryer grease or if it was the rub. Still it was an intriguing flavor.
My wife had the house salad. She said it was just okay. She also had the French Onion Soup. Probably the worst I've ever had. It was served in a shallow pan filled mostly with bread. All-in-all, the service was horrid on this night and the food, just okay. They do have a nice location and good beer, I just hope the service improves. I would hate to see another restaurant shut down is Westgate. But after an experience like last night, I doubt many would return. I wish hem the best.