Lincoln Yard/little yard

Joined a friend for a cocktail making class at Little Yard and got to enjoy a few incredible appetizers. We received onion dip with homestyle chips; a roasted garlic hummus dip with fresh veg; and a elote flatbread (spread of beans, some fresh corn, some hot peppers, a little cilantro, a little cojita cheese - chefs kiss). Everything tasted so fresh and delicious. The hummus was topped with roasted pepper & tabouli, which was a perfect little something extra. The flatbread dough was amazing. You could smell that pizza oven all through the whole building and it makes you crave bread. The restaurant is beautiful; the staff were lovely, attentive; I love a cocktail making class and we created some amazing spring drinks (think seasonal and floral). Made me a fan of tequila again by subbing it in some of my favorite gin cocktails (bees knees, paper plane, and Negroni). We had a good time learning some cocktail history and even left with a thoughtful gift.

Our overall experience was just alright. The service was good and atmosphere was nice. The food was not the greatest. The chicken and wild rice soup was gross, it came out cold and almost congealed. The birria fries came out cold too. Thankfully the Brussels sprout bowl was very good with the added rotisserie chicken.

4.67 Lincoln Yard's bar area offered the perfect spot for two friends to have an incredible dinner! Our server took great care of us and provided excellent recommendations as we ordered. I'm always skeptical when it comes to ordering pizza at a place that doesn't specialize in it. Decided to go with it since the server assured me it was good stuff and she was right! I loved my La Rotisserie and ended up adding extra shallots based on the server's rec - pure genius on her part. I ended up ordering the red velvet dessert special to go and this is the only part that gave me buyer's remorse. The cake was good, but too small and plain to justify the $12 I paid for it. Yolo though.

Great location as a neighborhood spot with open/outdoor seating. Service has been slow each time we have been there, but due to too few servers, which is a management problem. The servers were always very nice. Food is good, not outstanding, and prices a bit high. Overall a 3-4 rating.

TL/DR Good food but most items are not worth the cost. Rotisserie meal idea is fun. Good place for apps and a few drinks I really like Vinsetta Garage so I was excited to try this new place from the same owners. The first thing you notice is the decor....it's hard to place. It's like a combo of 1970's diner, industrial brewery and modern design. It's fun, just takes a minute to find the vibe. Their short cocktail menu is tasty, everything we tried was really good (I recommend the bourbon black tea). Highly recommend the dipping bread appetizer, it was glorious and I would come back just for that. Burger was good but not $22 good as I could barely taste the aioli and their pickled onions threw me off. The patty was incredible. Lobster Mac was ok. Rotisserie meal was tasty and fun, the kids around us seemed to really like it. Service was poor, waitress did not seem to care. I would come back for apps and a few drinks but there are better options nearby (cough cough Griffin Claw) for dinner.

we have been going since it opened weekly, sometimes more , over the last year or so..This establishment was perfect for the neighborhood and filled a gap for us....Rrecently a new manager was put in place and you could feel that he was not effective...morale was down, bar was not stocked and he has run it to a train wreck. Tonight was greeted by all staff gone, bar closed ...2 people waiting tables who were amazing, trying to serve the few customers who were there both inside and on outdoor patio....meanwhile manager always on his phone "expediting" the few orders....very unfortunate that ownership allowed their staff to exit at the expense of their customers....when your entire staff leaves at once and you were not prepared what does that say about management and ownership. I hope this place can recover quickly....and we wish their prior staff well...

Very cool place - nice and open - doors open to outside for air which was very nice since it was warm and it’s a quiet location in Birmingham. Big barstools looked comfy - nice pizza oven. We had reservations and were seated immediately but the couple in front of us didn’t and were made to sit at the bar even though there were 3 tables open next to us the entire hour we were there. Service was fine - girl was new and I knew our order was going to come out wrong and it did - we ordered pizza which had to be remade. It was ok pizza - I wouldn’t go back for it but I might go back and try something else.

This review is specifically for little yard. When we ordered the barista informed us she was the only person working and it would be a bit. We were understanding until the couple that came 10 minutes after us got their beverages and food, ate and left before my food even arrived. My food was served ten minutes after my wife’s. My wife noticed multiple order served out of order as we ate. My chai latte arrived with coffee in it. They remade it and it was barely warm. Our quick breakfast was over an hour. We will never go back.

I've been here 3x in as many weeks. Best items: salted caramel bumpy cake; hummus and pita; corn bread, La Rotisserie pizza and the Spiced Iced Tea Buck. Things to pass on: Brussels sprouts and an unpopular opinion - the mac n cheese. Just as an FYI: If you sit in the "lounge" space, you can only order starters, pizza and drinks. Service: the 1st visit, our waitress seemed to disappear and we would have to wave her over. The 2nd and 3rd visits, the service was great.

My loves-nothing family really loved a lot of what they ate today here! (Rare!) and I loved that our server (Dawn Marie ) was the most patient person I've met in a long while We took the elderly moms out for an early Mother's Day brunch and they both got exactly what they wanted For me, I love their bowls (baby spice this time) and the hummus (fried chick peas and shallots on top and the pita is hot out of the pizza oven) My husband loved his cod sandwich and mac/cheese side Truly to die for is the chocolate bumpy cake- it's more unique and delicious than you'd expect if you know bumpy cake- theirs is the very best I do wish they expand on their mocktail choices, even by just a few Super cute aesthetic that's cleverly fits families and also a first date

Good late night hangout spot with friends. Food is great, inside is spacious and I have no complaints with the service. There is nothing about Lincoln Yard that makes it stand out from similar establishments, but they have something for everybody as far as the menu is concerned.

We originally went to go to little Lincoln yard but they were closed due to a private event so we ended up sitting and dining in the full restaurant. The food was great! We were hoping to get something from their cafes menu but we're not able to so keep that in mind when dining here. We shared a bunch of items because we couldn't decide what to get!

Wow! This might be my favorite union group restaurant! Since discovering Lincoln Yard two weeks ago we have visited 3 times! First visit- brunch! Brunch here was fantastic! The menu is very reasonably priced and we love the fun flavor additions to brunch classics! We got the grilled cheese with tomato soup and the chicken burrito! They were both classic yet unique and I would recommend trying them. We were so impressed that we tried dinner just a few days later Visit 2- dinner For dinner we started off with the dip trio, and it's a MUST ORDER! My husband is from Turkey and it typically so picky when it comes to Mediterranean inspired dishes in the US. But this was a winner. He loved the spices in the dips and the fresh bread. I am typically not a hummus fan but this dip hit different and it was both of our favorites. For entrees I got the Brussel sprout special bowl and omg the yogurt sauce better stay on the menu because we dipped everything in that. My husband got the chicken and you need to as well. I LOVE grocery store rotisserie chicken but this was next level. I've never had chicken so moist, seasoned, and perfect. Honestly life changing. The sides where also fantastic but if you've ever been to any other union restaurant, you'd know that already. Visit #3 -breakfast at little yard Not even 12 hours after our dinner at Lincoln yard we decided that we had to come back and try their quick service breakfast. Just like everything else, it was fantastic. Some of THE BESY COFFEE I've had in the area and the prices were kinda crazy low. We both had the nyc bagel breakfast sandwich. It was fresh, seasoned, and delicious. At each of our visits the service was stellar. I'm usually such a photo person but we devoured this food so quick my phone definitely did not eat first. The atmosphere is so cool and the decor is beautiful. I can't wait till it warms up and we can check out the patio because there is no doubt that we will be back!

Great food - and pretty affordable for the area! Also we were able to get in on a Friday night when everything else was booked! The atmosphere was retro cool - I would love to come in the summer - outside looked amazing. I had The Roman. It was a simple but delicious pizza - and quite large! I had lots of leftovers. My son had the beef shortrib which was amazing!!!! Tender and full of flavor. His sides were brussel sprouts (both of us thought they were the best dish of the night), and the mac & cheese (solid). The cocktails looked fun, but I was driving, so maybe next time. Great choice in Birmingham.

I've been eyeing this place for a while and I was in the area and finally able to give it a try. It's not far off Woodward and with a little help from Google, I found it. It's part of one of my favorite restaurant groups, Union Joint! They have a coffee shop area with pastries off to the side, but the main dining room is where I was headed. It was lunchtime and I was starving! It wasn't busy at all and I was seated immediately by the host. The lunch menu wasn't huge but has a great selection of options. I with with the otto burger, and it came with fries. I was dying of thirst so I stuck it out with water. But, they're beverages are quite good from what I understand. The food came out and it was super good. Plenty of fries, and I was stuffed when I was one. I also love how the place is decorated as well. Very spacy, plenty of indoor and outdoor seating along with a beautiful patio area. They also have garage doors that open, which are pretty cool! My server was wonderful and I really enjoyed my time here. The atmosphere is here is great. Clean, relaxed with space to move about. Thank you Lincoln Yard!

Wanted to like this restaurant as it is walking distance from my house. Both service and food subpar. Told server about the food. She said she told the cook. Not even an apology. Off my list.

We had an outstanding visit to Lincoln Yard! Server was knowledgeable and able to answer questions, personable and accommodating. We love the indoor/outdoor seating. The patio is dog-friendly! The space is large, and we had no issues being seated quickly, although it was a Monday night. Great drink menu- we tried two of the cocktails and both were delicious. We tried the trio of dips as an appetizer. The bread was incredible and so fun to eat, and we especially loved the squash and hummus dips. We tried the chopped salad which has rotisserie chicken and it was a phenomenal, fresh salad. We also loved the burger, which was undercooked but they were quick to remedy that and it definitely didn't impact our experience. We can't wait to go back! It was great for a date night but we will bring our dog and child for the future because it was so kid-friendly as well. Welcome to the area, Lincoln Yard!

Food was fantastic. The chicken and Brussels sprouts were outstanding. I really liked the sauces too, harissa was my favorite mixed with the ranch. They are very kid friendly and our kids loved their food too. We will be back.

We had an enjoyable experience at Lincoln Yard. Service was friendly and fast. We made a reservation online and was seated immediately. We both enjoyed a craft cocktail. The food was delicious but I wanted to give an honorable mention to the smoked wings. Cooked to perfection and perfectly spiced. They paired with a harissa buffalo sauce, yum! We ordered more of this sauce later to use with our entrees. We'll definitely be returning and can't wait to try brunch. We also liked that they have their own parking lot.

It's an independent building with their own parking so it was easy to get in and out of this location. The table seating was awkward because we came a large group. They couldn't either fit us in the same table or they had to put us back to back. The food was pretty good here. I did enjoy all the different sauces. The service was pretty friendly. It's somewhere I would come back to if I came with a group that wanted to try it out

We went here on fathers day as a family for a quick bite. The expresso martini was really great! The Brussel sprouts tasted amazing, the perfect kick & flavor! The wood fire bread & dips were interesting. Nice bread, my fav dip is the hummus. The service was ok. Decent staff! I ordered the faroe island salmon. I subbed the beetz. The salmon looked great but didn't really have flavor. Just tasted pepper. My partners father felt the same way about his Pork Tenderloin. My boo loved his otto burger!

I'm a big fan of all of the Union Joints, so I had a feeling I would like this one...spoiler alert...I did! Each restaurant has a unique design, but there is an element of consistent vibe that carries through all of them. We sat outside on their expansive deck on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. I kept my order simple - a Caesar salad with a side of the famous mac and cheese...and both were excellent! I look forward to coming back and sampling more of the menu.

We really enjoyed our first dinner here while visiting friends. The vibe is modern and hipster-- guessing that this was converted garage and the decor is a mix of diner and supper club. Super friendly server/ staff and the food was outstanding. I got the featured rotisserie chicken and loved every bite-- the build your meal offers great options for sauces and sides. The desserts didn't disappoint either. A good drink menu too!

shoutout to our server Eric! such a friendly energy! amazing atmosphere and great food. new favorite place to come to. great for groups of all sizes. staff was beyond friendly and the food was to die for.

We had a Sunday evening dinner with another couple. The atmosphere is good and the location is great for a neighborhood restaurant. The menu was okay. We each had a different dish but infortunatley nothing stood out as great. Too many sauces and attempts to be 'different' and not enough just good food. Might give it another try because the location is good. Wanted it to be great . Arrive was good attentive but not annoying.

Both Lincoln and Little are delicious. Little yard is a great spot for a delicious breakfast and maybe getting some work done with a morning beverage. The biscuits and breakfast burrito are my go to. Also enjoy everything from Lincoln Yard on the other side of the building. They really do a great job across the board.

Such a cool place... in, of all places, a former school bus service station. Like its sister Union joints, Lincoln Yard has a fun vibe, a cool bar, and room to just lounge and enjoy a cocktail. Service at both the bar and at the table is good (and knowledgeable), and the menu offerings are intriguingly creative. Been there a couple of times... will be back!

First time at Lincoln Yard for lunch and it was great. We love the Union group of restaurants and this lived up to those standards: olive oil and orange cornbread with spicy honey butter- the BEST mac and cheese delicious roasted carrots side - lots of flavor 2 grain bowls: the chicken (the skatepark) and the beef (the Zamboni) Will was great and attentive and we'll definitely be back and recommend to others.

Such a fun ambiance, food & drinks are amazing & there are so many options, especially for my fellow gluten free people!! Service at the bar was fantastic - Zachary was great!!

A little off the beaten track, but we found it, and I'm glad we did. This is a very airy well lit well-designed restaurant. Lots of gathering areas as well as comfortable seating. The staff was more than accommodating, and extremely friendly. The bartenders actually came over and made sure that her drinks were up to par (excellent by the way), The waitress was very knowledgeable of the menu and gave us some great suggestions. I would definitely come back here for a dinner for two as well as a family gathering. Give this place a try it's going to do well.

This place is super cute! I went a couple weeks ago and ordered the rotisserie chicken with the Peruvian chilli sauce, mac & cheese, and crispy brussel sprouts. The chicken was juicy and the brussel sprouts were amazing! I'm not a fan of a lot of veggies, however I was shocked how good the brussel sprouts were. I would have doubled on the sprouts and left the mac & cheese. The mac & cheese was okay, but nothing to rave about. I loved the Peruvian chilli sauce, but it could have been spicer. I'm a spicy kind of girl, so next time I will try the Harissa sauce, which is listed as "fiery" on the menu! Of course I couldn't leave without trying their cocktails! I devoured my food so unfortunately I don't have a pic lol! The cocktail below is the Pineapple Express. It's an off the menu cocktail that they serve.

Decent food. Great atmosphere. Above average service. Kid friendly. More barbecue options on menu would be nice.

Such a lovely atmosphere, kid friendly but not dumbed down at all... cozy booth, great lighting. The bread was phenomenal we took more with us to go. And chicken dishes and salads, and the kids meals were tops.

Adequate service and lively atmosphere but the food is a joke. Paper straws I gag on with each sip. I've tried the Caesar salad with Panko The highly recommended pulled pork sandwich And their burgers. The Caesar salad tasted like pita crackers; the Rotisserie chicken a top like something you'd find discounted a day after at Walmart. The pulled pork sandwich was three levels of mush, lacking a lasting flavor besides a salty and sweet. Yes that generic. The burger like I like my chicken, crispy and well cooked - but for a burger, like bitting into a brick of salt. Perhaps the draw is the cocktails.

We had a great meal at Lincoln Yard. We could easily find a reservation and get in. We had a larger group and were all served in a timely matter. I was impressed and would go back.

Overall, it was an unimpressive dining experience. The service was lacking and inattentive. We didn't see a server for almost an hour after ordering food. We also ordered appetizers that never arrived. The entrees were disappointing; the burger was overcooked, and the mac and cheese was mediocre. This place seems to prioritize style over substance.

Great food, service, o rice & ambience. Can't wait to return. It was a very special event.

Always love finding a new neighborhood gem! This one comes from the Union Joints group, where we already love their Mac&Cheese from Union Woodshop, but now it has arrived in Birmingham MI and it did not disappoint. Located in a renovated bus garage, the many garage doors will open for outdoor dining as well when the weather turns. We shared a yummy (but small) half rotisserie chicken with double M&C sides. Also tried their Tahini S'More Brownie Pot Pie, freshly baked to serve to the table warm for dessert. Their pizzas looked pretty awesome - next time! Almost packed at 5pm, can only imagine prime time and just opened a few weeks ago!

Took some friends from out of town here the other day / it was fantastic. The setting of sn old bus shed was fun and wonderfully decorated. All of our food, there were seven of us, was great. Service was excellent and friendly Glad to see a great restaurant on the east side of town.

Literally awful experience DO NOT COME. Not one food item was good. NOT ONE. To start with THE WORST, the birria fries 0/10. unseasoned pasta sauce with chunks of brisket over soggy fries. An insult to mexican food everywhere. chicken wings were salted to hell 1000% inedible. Extremely charred and over brined. Brussels were okay, over salted but still not the worst, 6/10. The eggs benidict, SO bland and the lox came out cooked under the overdone egg. No exaggerating the egg was completely hard boiled not runny at all. the yolk was rock solid. Next we ordered two con sandwiches go to John sauce on the side. They messed it up and put the sauce on the sandwich, but whatever we can live. But we couldn't live with the fact that the sandwich was still soggy, nasty, cold, bland, and salty. The cheeseburger was fine 5/10 nothing special, onion jam was horrific. Tasted like sugar with raw red onions. lastly the best thing we ate the side of mac & cheese. it was delicious and I might even come back for just the mac & cheese. but now that I think about it, I will not go back for just the mac & cheese because of how much I hated this experience. Overall 2/10. DO NOT COME HERE EVER!!!!

Went for a solo brunch and this place did not disappoint! I had the eggs Benedict and cornbread appetizer and both dishes were sooo flavorful and really good. Service was great too. It's a cute place. Would def come back!

Wow! This place is awesome. The chicken & rice soup brought back childhood memories of enjoying soup at the parents' house. The cheese bread is great! Definitely something different from other places. If it's your first time going, I recommend giving it a try. As always they have Union Mac & Cheese. This is a staple just like their other locations, except now there's gluten free and lobster options. I love the new menu and that you can build your own main entree. The chicken was amazing. I can't wait for their smoker to be up and running so we can try the short rib. Pizza is a classic as well. We had the margarita (The Roman) and it was delicious. Staff was very engaging and helpful. Everyone was friendly and available to answer questions regarding the building and menu. I am very, very pleased with the service. I highly recommend to anyone looking for a great dinner in Birmingham!

Love the ambiance. Feels nice and upscale. Our food was great and the service was terrific. We will definitely be back soon!! Nice to have them in the neighborhood. Still love the lobster Mac n cheese!!!!

Awesome. Could not be better. Some of the best chicken I have had. Service is over the top great. Love the atmosphere. Fast, efficient and this place is gunna be a hit for sure. Wish you would open one in Nashville. Glad we came and we will be back for sure. Keep up the good work.

Do not recommend. After waiting an exorbitant amount of time, my husband was served a Double Stack Burger that was inedible. We had waited so long that he didn't want to send it back and wait even longer, but now he has become sick with food poisoning because of it! It was absolutely charred black, and hidden on the bottom. Was it rotten and so they charred it? It seems that way! The Chicken Burrito was mostly rice, one tiny piece of chicken in the bottom. We also had a toddler with us and asked twice for a booster seat, but it was forgotten twice, and I finally went and got it myself. I would excuse these things if the place was busy, but it was not. Hardly anyone there. Had to finally track our server down to get the bill paid. I will not be returning.

Old school bus garage converted into a cafeteria style cafe/restaurant. Food is fresh. Staff friendly.

Great atmosphere and great service, the food was the problem. I ordered a Caesar salad and a bowl of creamy chicken and rice soup. The salad was made of the white crunchy ends of romaine lettuce (at home I discard this)--the salad was white--no green lettuce at all. When I pointed it out to the waitress she understood, and she asked what I would like to substitute. I substituted the beets. When the beets arrived they were diced with a small sprinkle of cheese on them and a couple of slivers of mint on top. I had 4 bites and that was enough. Then the soup arrived. I had about 1/3 of it. It wasn't creamy, it was gelatinous. I am grateful they took the salad off the bill. I didn't send the beets or soup back. By this time it was clear to me that their food wasn't for me. We paid the bill, left a generous tip and headed out . I won't go back.

Fresh ingredients and balanced dishes. Loved the herbs and garnishes on the super salad. The interior is comfortable and stylish, with a mix of new and old. The glass shades on the vintage light fixtures are awesome!

I've enjoyed a couple other Union Joints ventures and thought this would be worth a shot. Location is a little strange, interior is noisy (unsurprising given it's essentially a warehouse) and decor is unremarkable. Service was passable but not particularly friendly or efficient. Food took a long time considering the dwindling occupancy during our visit. The mac and cheese, somewhat predictably, was the best of our food choices. The Caesar salad was disappointing, and the walleye sandwich kind of a mess - the flavors were good, but the fish pieces were too big and the bun wasn't up to the task. I think a po' boy format might work better with the nearly cubic hunks of fish. Pepper Thing cocktail was decent, but not terribly good value given the lofty drink prices. Unlikely to recommend or return.

I normally don't feel compelled to write reviews, but seeing as this was my first time visiting Little Yard as a longtime Birmingham resident, I felt quite slighted when my orders kept being packaged as "to-go" when I very explicitly stated that I would be dining in when I arrived and ordered. I ordered 3 separate times during my visit and stated that I was dining in, my coat off and my items placed at my seat yet my orders were still yelled out for me to pick them up in boxes and paper cups. Meanwhile, other customers who dined in after me had their orders brought to their tables, food plated beautifully and drinks served in ceramic mugs. I wouldn't think anything of it if I wasn't the only person of color in the establishment. I even went up to order a desert sticky bun and the cashier specified if I wanted my bun served on a plate for here. I said yes and as you can see, I was still given my food to go as if I wasn't welcomed. Just some food for thought.

This is a refreshing restaurant with a diverse menu full of healthy, tasty options and something for everyone! The ambiance and decor is top notch, with so much attention to detail. Between the delicious food and the cute decor your senses will never be bored. I am a vegetarian and got the minibus salad, as well as the bread and dip trio, all of which were delicious and i would definitely order again. My party tried all 4 dessert options and they were all very delicious, the butterscotch pudding was probably my favorite though. I came here with a group of 6 with no reservation and the restaurant was quite large so they were able to accommodate us easily. Our server was incredibly friendly and I will definitely be back!

I don't think I wrote a review the past ten years but this experience went too far: Little Yard goes way lower than any other millennial concept of recreational restaurant. Why doing that to people? My joints are still swollen from their gross mix of oils. My father-in-law had some side pickled cucumber coming from a waxed Museum. Did I tell you how the bathroom were filthy as f? The only positive thing I could say is that there was a changing table in the men's. I feel you could get a greasy burger and you know what you paid for: cheap tasty food. Well it is upside-down world at Little Yard. As the food critic François Simon asks himself: Would I come back there? Certainly not. Where's the love for food? It's priceless. To avoid, stay away from it.

Visited shortly after this restaurant opened. We sat at the bar, and the bartenders did not greet us, nor were they very friendly. I ordered a beer, and was served the wrong beer. They did not apologize for the error/mistake. We did not enjoy the vibe of this place at all, and it is on the pricier side. Service was 2 star, but giving 3 stars because the food was decent.

Meh for breakfast. Limited menu anyway and the Egg Sammy was little more than a McDonald's egg muffin. I guess if you're nearby and you just want a coffee and a very very basic breakfast snack it's OK but frankly, I don't get the appeal of this place and it's current form.

Great food & eclectic menu. Atmosphere very unique. Friendly staff and a nice selection of drinks from the bar. Need to come back when the weather is nicer.

Prices are actually fairly reasonable. $20-$30 per entree. The big problem with this place is the noise. They did not take into account acoustics when converting this building into a restaurant. It is a previous industrial building made of metals and other hard surfaces (ceiling) so the sound bounces off those surfaces and amplifies.so you cannot have a conversation here without shouting. The waitress was attentive and you did not have to keep trying to flag her down. That's always a plus. The food itself was very good. Above average. Chicken was tender (I had the build it thing). Wife had a vegetarian dish that she said was a bit dry and hard to finish. Overall a nice addition to a neighborhood in need of restaurants but I really hope they install noise dampeners (and fire the architect LOL)!

Our experience was underwhelming. Crystal, our server, was fantastic, but the food was just okay. Given that this place is part of a restaurant group, it seems like the focus is more on drinks than food. What really bothered me was the long wait to be seated, despite the place being nearly empty. Having worked in a restaurant myself, I noticed a few things: As we walked in, a guy with glasses looked up but didn't greet us, he was busy cleaning a table...understandable. Another guy by the pizza station was just standing there, looking around and touching his face, without saying a word. Maybe they were short-staffed, but no one acknowledged us or told us someone would be right with us. After what felt like a long time, the guy with glasses finally came over to seat us. So he was the host the whole time?? It was frustrating to stand there while the staff seemed puzzled about why we were waiting. Additionally, watching the pizza guy constantly touch his face and then handle food, even with gloves, was quite off-putting. He should have been washing his hands regularly.