We've eaten at Holiday Acres in the past and not been overly happy, so it's been awhile since we've been there. I ran across their website last week by accident, and saw that their menu looked different, and their chef had won an award. (See their website here: http://holidayacres.com/3coins.html). So I thought we better give them another shot!
I am really happy we tried again, as we had a very good experience. The service wasn't fantastic, but it was good enough. The food though was GREAT! Their new menu is much improved and offers more interesting options. I had "Chef Tom's Pork Athena" which was amazing! Also I had a most delicious Sweet Red Pepper soup, and the salads everybody else had looked very fresh and crisp. I'd like to try a few other things on the menu, and their desserts looked mighty tasty.
Give this place a shot if you haven't been in awhile, or never tried it. We'll be going back! You can call for reservations as well: 715-369-1500.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Noodles, Wausau
We were looking for a quick meal last night that wasnt Arby's or some such thing, and found this. It's in an odd location, but is yummy. There is also seating outside, for those few days a year such a thing is possible!
1800 Stewart Ave # 500
Wausau, WI
(715) 845-5554
Get Directions Here
Fun little place in a complex with a Cold Stone Creamery and a Papa Murphy's. It is what it says - Noodles! There are a ton of different choices of noodle dishes, all of which you can customize with whatever you like. There options for sides, like a yummy tomato & cucumber salad, bread, etc. You can get small portions or "regular" portions which are huge. I have had a spicy thai noodle dish in the past, and this time I got a Pesto dish with curly noodles that was very good! Kevin got the macaroni and cheese and it was delicious also. For vegetarians, this is an excellent stop as there are many dishes without meat and lots of other options for toppings.
If you're looking for a quick stop, but something a little different, this is definately a good choice.
1800 Stewart Ave # 500
Wausau, WI
(715) 845-5554
Get Directions Here
Fun little place in a complex with a Cold Stone Creamery and a Papa Murphy's. It is what it says - Noodles! There are a ton of different choices of noodle dishes, all of which you can customize with whatever you like. There options for sides, like a yummy tomato & cucumber salad, bread, etc. You can get small portions or "regular" portions which are huge. I have had a spicy thai noodle dish in the past, and this time I got a Pesto dish with curly noodles that was very good! Kevin got the macaroni and cheese and it was delicious also. For vegetarians, this is an excellent stop as there are many dishes without meat and lots of other options for toppings.
If you're looking for a quick stop, but something a little different, this is definately a good choice.
Friday, June 12, 2009
Have I raved about Riverstone before? Too bad, here's another!
I know I've blogged about Riverstone before, but it is so good it deserves more!
Here is their website.
219 N. Railroad St.
Eagle River, WI 54521
(715) 479-8467
Summer Hours
Call for other season hours
Dinner Daily: 4:30-10pm
Sun. Brunch: 10:00am - 1:00pm
For vegetarians out there, there are PLENTY of choices here. Of course you have to spend a little more $$, but it is worth it! They have some amazing salads, and I am still dying to try the "Reserve" salad, and I will someday! They also have several vegetarian dinner entrees, one of which of course is my all time favorite squash ravioli! TO DIE FOR!
They also have outstanding desserts....we sampled Tiramisu, Creme brulee, and bread pudding. All fantastic.
A new thing here is they are open for LUNCH. I hope to give it a try this summer sometime - I suspect it is lighter fare, and a bit less $$.
GO HERE!
Here is their website.
219 N. Railroad St.
Eagle River, WI 54521
(715) 479-8467
Summer Hours
Call for other season hours
Dinner Daily: 4:30-10pm
Sun. Brunch: 10:00am - 1:00pm
For vegetarians out there, there are PLENTY of choices here. Of course you have to spend a little more $$, but it is worth it! They have some amazing salads, and I am still dying to try the "Reserve" salad, and I will someday! They also have several vegetarian dinner entrees, one of which of course is my all time favorite squash ravioli! TO DIE FOR!
They also have outstanding desserts....we sampled Tiramisu, Creme brulee, and bread pudding. All fantastic.
A new thing here is they are open for LUNCH. I hope to give it a try this summer sometime - I suspect it is lighter fare, and a bit less $$.
GO HERE!
Shady Sue's, Rhinelander
We've eaten at Shady Sue's several times in the past. People from out of town seem to enjoy it for some reason. It is very quaint...
(715) 369-5252
3220 Boyce Dr
Rhinelander, WI 54501
Here's a map
It's kinda in the middle of nowhere, and only has about 10 tables, and a large bar. Our guests were most impressed by the assortment of wild birds eating outside of one of the windows, along with a variety of squirrels.
What I hear the most about Shady Sue's from other people is they LOVE the ribs. 3 out of 4 of us got the ribs, and everybody RAVED about them. They were nice & meaty, not fatty. Cooked perfectly. Sauce wonderful! I got the pecan walleye dish, which was quite good! My favorite part of Shady Sue's is the carrots. They are ROUND and very sweet - I think they are doused in honey or something. We also got salad, which was good, and bread, which was HOT and tasty. Somebody got a Prime Rib soup which they said was fantastic.
Prices are a little high, as it is a "supper club" that is normal around here.
All in all, its a cute little place to take folks now & then. And if you are a rib fan, this is the place to go!
(715) 369-5252
3220 Boyce Dr
Rhinelander, WI 54501
Here's a map
It's kinda in the middle of nowhere, and only has about 10 tables, and a large bar. Our guests were most impressed by the assortment of wild birds eating outside of one of the windows, along with a variety of squirrels.
What I hear the most about Shady Sue's from other people is they LOVE the ribs. 3 out of 4 of us got the ribs, and everybody RAVED about them. They were nice & meaty, not fatty. Cooked perfectly. Sauce wonderful! I got the pecan walleye dish, which was quite good! My favorite part of Shady Sue's is the carrots. They are ROUND and very sweet - I think they are doused in honey or something. We also got salad, which was good, and bread, which was HOT and tasty. Somebody got a Prime Rib soup which they said was fantastic.
Prices are a little high, as it is a "supper club" that is normal around here.
All in all, its a cute little place to take folks now & then. And if you are a rib fan, this is the place to go!
Sunday, May 24, 2009
The Vine Wine Bar, Minocqua
http://minocqua.org/The_Vine/View_details.php
Our friends introduced us to The Vine last summer, and we were there again the other night. It is a true little gem in Minocqua! The interior is beautiful, and very high scale. It is lit wonderfully - not too bright, not too dim. Perfectly relaxing. There are ample tables, the bar, and several couches/lounge chairs. Everything is very high quality. They of course have a large wine & beer selection, and an assortment of yummy appetizers and desserts. Homeade truffles! If you are looking for a place to just relax, and visit with friends/family, without the icky-ness of a bar, this is definately the place to go. They are also working on opening a patio in the back with live music during the summer. A MUST SEE!
Our friends introduced us to The Vine last summer, and we were there again the other night. It is a true little gem in Minocqua! The interior is beautiful, and very high scale. It is lit wonderfully - not too bright, not too dim. Perfectly relaxing. There are ample tables, the bar, and several couches/lounge chairs. Everything is very high quality. They of course have a large wine & beer selection, and an assortment of yummy appetizers and desserts. Homeade truffles! If you are looking for a place to just relax, and visit with friends/family, without the icky-ness of a bar, this is definately the place to go. They are also working on opening a patio in the back with live music during the summer. A MUST SEE!
Guide's Inn, Boulder Junction
Last weekend we went with some friends to try a place we had never been to but was highly recomennded by our friends. Here is the address/direction for the Guide's Inn
It's one of your typical bar on 1 side, seating on other side 'supper club' we are so known for in this area. It was older and your typical decor, etc. The staff was very good, and there was a young boy (10 or something?)who was helping bring waters to tables, etc. He was doing a great job! The menu isnt too extensive, but offered smoe different types of meals - this with a little twist, or slightly different than the norm. They had about 4 different specials for the night as well, including a walleye special which was very tempting. I ordered a chicken dish - it was a VERY lightly breaded (hardly) chicken breast that was just pan fried, with sliced tomatoes, and sauteed onions and a slice of guyere cheese. I enjoyed it emmensely! All dinners come with an appetizer tray which included a couple types of spreads (including a liver pate which I avoided entirely but I suppose if you are into that stuff it might have been good) - some cheeses, crackers, some breads and various vegetables. Very impressive. All dinners also include soup. I ordered their special soup of the night which was a caribbean pepper soup and it was great! We also got a nice salad, more bread, and of course choice of potato or vegetable with your meal.
We were all totally stuffed with all this food, so did not partake of any dessert! They had a variety of homeade ice creams which sounded really tasty.
All in all, it was a good experience, and if we feel like taking a ride some night, we'd go there again to try some other items on the menu.
It's one of your typical bar on 1 side, seating on other side 'supper club' we are so known for in this area. It was older and your typical decor, etc. The staff was very good, and there was a young boy (10 or something?)who was helping bring waters to tables, etc. He was doing a great job! The menu isnt too extensive, but offered smoe different types of meals - this with a little twist, or slightly different than the norm. They had about 4 different specials for the night as well, including a walleye special which was very tempting. I ordered a chicken dish - it was a VERY lightly breaded (hardly) chicken breast that was just pan fried, with sliced tomatoes, and sauteed onions and a slice of guyere cheese. I enjoyed it emmensely! All dinners come with an appetizer tray which included a couple types of spreads (including a liver pate which I avoided entirely but I suppose if you are into that stuff it might have been good) - some cheeses, crackers, some breads and various vegetables. Very impressive. All dinners also include soup. I ordered their special soup of the night which was a caribbean pepper soup and it was great! We also got a nice salad, more bread, and of course choice of potato or vegetable with your meal.
We were all totally stuffed with all this food, so did not partake of any dessert! They had a variety of homeade ice creams which sounded really tasty.
All in all, it was a good experience, and if we feel like taking a ride some night, we'd go there again to try some other items on the menu.
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Jacobi's in Minocqua
This is by far one of the ultimate best places to eat in the area. It is probably #1 on my list of the area. Here is a link to their website
Jacobi's is up in Minocqua, well, not quite, but you get the idea. It is a small place and decorated well. They have a fantastic bar, and I get the best Cosmo ever here. It is usually quite busy so expect to wait if you go on a weekend or something like that. We dont mind because the bar is nice & drinks yummy.
The food here is AMAZING. They always give you a complimentary appetizer which is great! Sometimes it is a bruschetta of some type, or a spread for some bread, etc. Last time we were there it was an egglplant bruschetta; fantastic! You also get a fresh baked mini loaf of bread. You really dont need to order an appetizer due to this, but they have some good stuff so it's hard to pass up.
For entree, this time I got the classic garlic stuffed tenderloin. It was cooked PERFECTLY, which is hard to do with me because I am very picky. Absolutely fantastic! Their side dish was a sweet potato mixture which was also amazing. Pretty much everything is amazing.
It is a pricey place though, so expect to spend $75 or more if including drinks, etc. It is totally worth it though if you are looking for excellent quality, perfect service and a peaceful atmosphere.
THE BEST!
Jacobi's is up in Minocqua, well, not quite, but you get the idea. It is a small place and decorated well. They have a fantastic bar, and I get the best Cosmo ever here. It is usually quite busy so expect to wait if you go on a weekend or something like that. We dont mind because the bar is nice & drinks yummy.
The food here is AMAZING. They always give you a complimentary appetizer which is great! Sometimes it is a bruschetta of some type, or a spread for some bread, etc. Last time we were there it was an egglplant bruschetta; fantastic! You also get a fresh baked mini loaf of bread. You really dont need to order an appetizer due to this, but they have some good stuff so it's hard to pass up.
For entree, this time I got the classic garlic stuffed tenderloin. It was cooked PERFECTLY, which is hard to do with me because I am very picky. Absolutely fantastic! Their side dish was a sweet potato mixture which was also amazing. Pretty much everything is amazing.
It is a pricey place though, so expect to spend $75 or more if including drinks, etc. It is totally worth it though if you are looking for excellent quality, perfect service and a peaceful atmosphere.
THE BEST!
Billy Bob's Sports Bar & Grill - Tomahawk
The other weekend a friend was celebrating her birthday and invited everybody to Billy Bob's in Tomahawk, WI for drinks, cake and general celebrating. Here is a link to Billy Bob's address:
http://www.gototomahawk.com/members.php?display=Billy%20Bobs%20Sports%20Bar%20and%20Grill
Having never been there, we were pleasantly surprised. It was quite large, and had lots of seating and a large bar. We had heard much of "Ellie Mae" the bartender, and she didnt let us down! She made me a super-fabulous Cosmo, which is often difficult to find in the area.
They have mostly your normal bar food, but also have a fish fry and some other slightly different items. However everybody there insisted all the food was really great, and the place was quite packed with families out for friday night fish fry, so I tend to believe everyone.
For an appetizer, we had Mexican Cheese. This is actually deep fried spicy cheese, and hold smokes it was GOOD! There was no breading or anything, just a light crispy fried layer on the outside of these cubes of cheese. The cheese was all melty & yummy inside and spicy! Loved!!!! Talk about a heart attack waiting to happen though!
I didnt really find much in the way of sandwhiches, unforutnately - and wound up with some sort of deep fried chicken sandwhich. It was good, but I prefer something grilled or slightly more healthy. Kevin had a burger which he said was very tasty. The fries were a little limp, but I think they have potential.
I would definitely try this place again though, if the time was right. It was a fun place and worth another try.
http://www.gototomahawk.com/members.php?display=Billy%20Bobs%20Sports%20Bar%20and%20Grill
Having never been there, we were pleasantly surprised. It was quite large, and had lots of seating and a large bar. We had heard much of "Ellie Mae" the bartender, and she didnt let us down! She made me a super-fabulous Cosmo, which is often difficult to find in the area.
They have mostly your normal bar food, but also have a fish fry and some other slightly different items. However everybody there insisted all the food was really great, and the place was quite packed with families out for friday night fish fry, so I tend to believe everyone.
For an appetizer, we had Mexican Cheese. This is actually deep fried spicy cheese, and hold smokes it was GOOD! There was no breading or anything, just a light crispy fried layer on the outside of these cubes of cheese. The cheese was all melty & yummy inside and spicy! Loved!!!! Talk about a heart attack waiting to happen though!
I didnt really find much in the way of sandwhiches, unforutnately - and wound up with some sort of deep fried chicken sandwhich. It was good, but I prefer something grilled or slightly more healthy. Kevin had a burger which he said was very tasty. The fries were a little limp, but I think they have potential.
I would definitely try this place again though, if the time was right. It was a fun place and worth another try.
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Circle K - Pasta Night, Rhinelander
The other week some friends & myself went to "Pasta Night" at the Circle K, which is just outside Rhinelander. Here's Google Maps to it
It is your typical bar with a seating area for dining. However it was pleasantly larger than I expected and bright. Also it seemed well ventilated and I didnt notice any smoke from the bar.
Wed is "Pasta Night" here - they have a regular menu too, and I am told everything is good. They have a Friday Fish Fry, and Prime Rib on Saturday. We stuck with the Pasta! You get to choose what type of pasta, what type of sauce, and any extras like chicken, shrimp, spinach, mushrooms, etc. I chose the Bowtie pasta with alfredo, and chicken & spinach. Turns out they were out of spinach, but that was okay. Mine was absolutely wonderful and yummy! The chicken was tasty, and the sauce just perfect. Plus it came with these two FABULOUS breadsticks I could just die for. Others had marinara, or meat sauce. A couple people had the shrimp, which sounded as though was surprisingly good.
I would definately go here again for pasta, and might try it some nigh for burgers, etc. Give it a try!
It is your typical bar with a seating area for dining. However it was pleasantly larger than I expected and bright. Also it seemed well ventilated and I didnt notice any smoke from the bar.
Wed is "Pasta Night" here - they have a regular menu too, and I am told everything is good. They have a Friday Fish Fry, and Prime Rib on Saturday. We stuck with the Pasta! You get to choose what type of pasta, what type of sauce, and any extras like chicken, shrimp, spinach, mushrooms, etc. I chose the Bowtie pasta with alfredo, and chicken & spinach. Turns out they were out of spinach, but that was okay. Mine was absolutely wonderful and yummy! The chicken was tasty, and the sauce just perfect. Plus it came with these two FABULOUS breadsticks I could just die for. Others had marinara, or meat sauce. A couple people had the shrimp, which sounded as though was surprisingly good.
I would definately go here again for pasta, and might try it some nigh for burgers, etc. Give it a try!
Friday, February 27, 2009
Cookies at Kid's Corner
I most often grab lunch at Kid's Corner on Fridays. I get a #9 6" whole wheat, no onions, house dressing. I also get a cup of soup if they have something good.
Today a basket of cookies caught my eye near the cashier. It's usually there, but it was quite full today and I was scanning it while waiting to pay my bill. I saw one labeled "Carmel Apple"...and just had to try it. I have never seen a carmal apple cookie!
I just have to say, this cookie was outstanding. YUM! It sorta reminded me of apple cinnamon oatmeal, but with LOTS of apple, and then the added bonus of yummy chunks of goopy carmel. It was very tasty!
There were bunches of different kinds of cookies, so now I think I am in trouble, given how much I enjoyed these cookies!
Today a basket of cookies caught my eye near the cashier. It's usually there, but it was quite full today and I was scanning it while waiting to pay my bill. I saw one labeled "Carmel Apple"...and just had to try it. I have never seen a carmal apple cookie!
I just have to say, this cookie was outstanding. YUM! It sorta reminded me of apple cinnamon oatmeal, but with LOTS of apple, and then the added bonus of yummy chunks of goopy carmel. It was very tasty!
There were bunches of different kinds of cookies, so now I think I am in trouble, given how much I enjoyed these cookies!
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Bucketheads, Rhinelander
They always have good food, burgers & chicken sandwiches, you know, the normal bar food. But it is very tasty, and they have some good combinations. Their "Cowboy Killer" is always a very popular burger to order, and I almost always order the Chipotle Chicken Sandwich. Also they have sweet potato fries you can get instead of regular fries which I adore! They have some good appetizers as well.
However, I don’t recommend getting a Cosmo there! I asked for a Cosmo, with Kettle One, figuring well, they can’t screw it up too bad. Unfortunately, it was like pure vodka, which I guess some people might like, but I like to ENJOY my drink, not cringe with every sip. I got a glass of cranberry juice with ice and was mixing it. The good part of this is that our waitress noticed, and actually asked me if I liked my drink! I told her well, no, it is the worst Cosmo ever. She took it off our bill! I am totally impressed with this, and although I would not ever order a Cosmo again, I would order some other "safer" drink like wine. :-)
For dinner I tried a different sandwich - the spicy chicken sandwich. It was really yummy, though I got the blue cheese dressing on the side so I could put on the portion I wanted as I don’t tend to like much of this. Kevin got the bacon cheddar ranch burger I think, which he ate all of and enjoyed as well. For an appetizer we got their chips & salsa. Supposedly the chips are homemade, but they weren’t warm or anything which I expected. They did have some good spices put on them and we liked them and ate all of them.
So in the end, enjoyed as usual!
However, I don’t recommend getting a Cosmo there! I asked for a Cosmo, with Kettle One, figuring well, they can’t screw it up too bad. Unfortunately, it was like pure vodka, which I guess some people might like, but I like to ENJOY my drink, not cringe with every sip. I got a glass of cranberry juice with ice and was mixing it. The good part of this is that our waitress noticed, and actually asked me if I liked my drink! I told her well, no, it is the worst Cosmo ever. She took it off our bill! I am totally impressed with this, and although I would not ever order a Cosmo again, I would order some other "safer" drink like wine. :-)
For dinner I tried a different sandwich - the spicy chicken sandwich. It was really yummy, though I got the blue cheese dressing on the side so I could put on the portion I wanted as I don’t tend to like much of this. Kevin got the bacon cheddar ranch burger I think, which he ate all of and enjoyed as well. For an appetizer we got their chips & salsa. Supposedly the chips are homemade, but they weren’t warm or anything which I expected. They did have some good spices put on them and we liked them and ate all of them.
So in the end, enjoyed as usual!
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Riverstone, Eagle River WI
For my parent's anniversary this week we went to dinner at Riverstone in Eagle River.
Riverstone Website
Riverstone is what I would consider one of the higher class restaurants in the area. It has a very advanced menu in my opinion. I LOVE this restaurant, and we have eaten here a few times, but generally as a "special occasion". It is a bit pricey, but worth it if you are looking for something really great.
They have a great appetiser menu, and we had what might be considered lame mozzerella sticks, but they were not like any you've ever had around here. They were hand breaded perfectly and the cheese just melted in your mouth. We also got a new item on their menu which was a ginger chicken wrap with sticky rice. Very yummy. And not something you see in this area. In the past I have had their french onion soup which is DIVINE.
We also had salads - I desperately wanted to get this 12.00 salad they have...It is their "Reserve" salad - who has ever heard of a reserve salad? It sound very good though, but it was big, and nobody would split it with me, so instead I got the butter blue salad. Absolutely great with a terrific dressing and blue cheese crumbles, walnuts and great butter? lettuce.
For an entree I got the pork tenderloin with butternut squash ravioli. WOW!!!! Next time I will just get the ravioli only as an entree - they do have that option. This is NOT the ravioli with the blue cheese sauce - I had that once and although I enjoyed it, the flavor of the blue cheese was too much for me. But this is a different sauce and to-die-for. The pork was good too! Kevin got the strip steak, which he said was good, but I dont think it was "amazing". My mother got the flat iron steak, which she said was absolutely wonderful. My dad got the shrimp which he also loved.
Although we were stuffed, we also shared a tiramisu dessert. It was PERFECT! I could eat a ton of this stuff, thank goodness we were so full!
Definately go here if you are looking for a special dinner out - expect to pay a little more, but it is totally worth it.
Riverstone Website
Riverstone is what I would consider one of the higher class restaurants in the area. It has a very advanced menu in my opinion. I LOVE this restaurant, and we have eaten here a few times, but generally as a "special occasion". It is a bit pricey, but worth it if you are looking for something really great.
They have a great appetiser menu, and we had what might be considered lame mozzerella sticks, but they were not like any you've ever had around here. They were hand breaded perfectly and the cheese just melted in your mouth. We also got a new item on their menu which was a ginger chicken wrap with sticky rice. Very yummy. And not something you see in this area. In the past I have had their french onion soup which is DIVINE.
We also had salads - I desperately wanted to get this 12.00 salad they have...It is their "Reserve" salad - who has ever heard of a reserve salad? It sound very good though, but it was big, and nobody would split it with me, so instead I got the butter blue salad. Absolutely great with a terrific dressing and blue cheese crumbles, walnuts and great butter? lettuce.
For an entree I got the pork tenderloin with butternut squash ravioli. WOW!!!! Next time I will just get the ravioli only as an entree - they do have that option. This is NOT the ravioli with the blue cheese sauce - I had that once and although I enjoyed it, the flavor of the blue cheese was too much for me. But this is a different sauce and to-die-for. The pork was good too! Kevin got the strip steak, which he said was good, but I dont think it was "amazing". My mother got the flat iron steak, which she said was absolutely wonderful. My dad got the shrimp which he also loved.
Although we were stuffed, we also shared a tiramisu dessert. It was PERFECT! I could eat a ton of this stuff, thank goodness we were so full!
Definately go here if you are looking for a special dinner out - expect to pay a little more, but it is totally worth it.
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Fireside, Rhinelander
Last night we ate dinner at the Fireside:
http://www.firesidesupperclub.com/
We have not gone here in over a year, due to being unhappy with the service & food. It was a culmination of a couple years bad service & food, including a "bad tail" (lobster), that put Kevin off lobster entirely for almost 2 years (his favorite food!). Anyway, the Fireside has a habit of seating you at the bar first, then offering you a menu at the bar, and continuing to keep you at the bar until you've ordered, and they've placed your salad at your table. This really bugs me. I go out to eat to sit at a TABLE and eat a nice meal, not sit uncomfortably at the bar, eyeing all the empty tables wondering why I have to order from the bar.
Anyway...So we gave it another shot last night. 1st of all, they did seat us at the bar while a table became available, which is perfect accepetable. 10 minutes later the hostess came to us letting us know our table was ready, but handing us menus asking if we'd like to take a look. We were quite adamant that no, we'll go sit down. Weird.
We ordered as an appetizer the "Brewhouse Combo" which is basically a little bit of all the deepfried appetizers they have (that is ALL they have..deepfried appetizes...) It was okay.
I ordered the southwest tilapia, which was tilapia encrusted with tortilla chips and served with salsa. It was alright. You also get a nice salad, AND soup, along with a starch side. I got the twice baked potato, which was yummy. My friend Jennifer got a filet with scallops. She said the scallops were good. The filet was okay, but she was just happy to have not had to make dinner herself! Kevin also got the filet and it was dreadful. He asked for medium to medium rare...and it came practically well done. I tried a bite, and almost spit it out it tased so horrible. He ate "some" of it. His fries were good.
Our server was good, but the wait in between our salad & soup was about a half hour, and then again for our entree. I am all for a leisurly meal, but this was out of control. I think we were there over 2 hours.
We wont be going back, and I do not recommend this at all. Ever.
http://www.firesidesupperclub.com/
We have not gone here in over a year, due to being unhappy with the service & food. It was a culmination of a couple years bad service & food, including a "bad tail" (lobster), that put Kevin off lobster entirely for almost 2 years (his favorite food!). Anyway, the Fireside has a habit of seating you at the bar first, then offering you a menu at the bar, and continuing to keep you at the bar until you've ordered, and they've placed your salad at your table. This really bugs me. I go out to eat to sit at a TABLE and eat a nice meal, not sit uncomfortably at the bar, eyeing all the empty tables wondering why I have to order from the bar.
Anyway...So we gave it another shot last night. 1st of all, they did seat us at the bar while a table became available, which is perfect accepetable. 10 minutes later the hostess came to us letting us know our table was ready, but handing us menus asking if we'd like to take a look. We were quite adamant that no, we'll go sit down. Weird.
We ordered as an appetizer the "Brewhouse Combo" which is basically a little bit of all the deepfried appetizers they have (that is ALL they have..deepfried appetizes...) It was okay.
I ordered the southwest tilapia, which was tilapia encrusted with tortilla chips and served with salsa. It was alright. You also get a nice salad, AND soup, along with a starch side. I got the twice baked potato, which was yummy. My friend Jennifer got a filet with scallops. She said the scallops were good. The filet was okay, but she was just happy to have not had to make dinner herself! Kevin also got the filet and it was dreadful. He asked for medium to medium rare...and it came practically well done. I tried a bite, and almost spit it out it tased so horrible. He ate "some" of it. His fries were good.
Our server was good, but the wait in between our salad & soup was about a half hour, and then again for our entree. I am all for a leisurly meal, but this was out of control. I think we were there over 2 hours.
We wont be going back, and I do not recommend this at all. Ever.
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Bugsy's Bar, Rhinelander
A few weeks ago a friend of mine and I met at Bugsy's for Pizza on a Thursday night. Bugsy's has recently undergone a bit of a change - they've moved out most of the pool tables, and opened up most of that previous pool area for actual seated dining. Menus, waitress and all! They have also extensively changed up their menu, and added all kinds of new things. I really suggest anybody who hasnt been there in awhile go check it out. It was a nice change, and fun to be able to watch people walking by out the window as we ate. The pizza was good, as usual!
http://www.bugsyssportsbar.com/Bugsy_s_Menu.html (website not current)
http://www.bugsyssportsbar.com/Bugsy_s_Menu.html (website not current)
Holiday Acres, Rhinelander
We ate at Holiday Acres this past Saturday night. We havent been there in over a year I think. Here's a link:
http://holidayacres.com/3coins.html
It is sorta way out in the boonies of Rhinelander, and is a resort, so there are large groups usually eating there, also it is on the snowmobile trail and popular with them.
The service we got was very good, and we really enjoyed the cute little crispy breadsticks with cheese spread. Our bread & salad were both very good as well - we really liked the cranberry vinegrette and the bread was YUMMY with some sort of garlic butter on top! Plus it was warm.
Then it happened. The wait. We waited, and waited...and waited. We looked around, and the other 5 or so tables were ALSO waiting, or eating a salad...We were concerned. It took MUCH too long to get our entree. When it finally did arrive, we were very impressed with the presentation of our meals. Everything was very tasty as well. I had the smoked pork chop (not normal for me, but I dont care for much on their menu) and really enjoyed it. It came with this chipotle sauce that was great. Kevin got the filet with shrimp. He figured the shrimp were microwaved, but tasted okay. The filet however was very good, well cooked and flavorful.
However, the wait, and limited menu for me, makes this a place we wont visit again soon.
http://holidayacres.com/3coins.html
It is sorta way out in the boonies of Rhinelander, and is a resort, so there are large groups usually eating there, also it is on the snowmobile trail and popular with them.
The service we got was very good, and we really enjoyed the cute little crispy breadsticks with cheese spread. Our bread & salad were both very good as well - we really liked the cranberry vinegrette and the bread was YUMMY with some sort of garlic butter on top! Plus it was warm.
Then it happened. The wait. We waited, and waited...and waited. We looked around, and the other 5 or so tables were ALSO waiting, or eating a salad...We were concerned. It took MUCH too long to get our entree. When it finally did arrive, we were very impressed with the presentation of our meals. Everything was very tasty as well. I had the smoked pork chop (not normal for me, but I dont care for much on their menu) and really enjoyed it. It came with this chipotle sauce that was great. Kevin got the filet with shrimp. He figured the shrimp were microwaved, but tasted okay. The filet however was very good, well cooked and flavorful.
However, the wait, and limited menu for me, makes this a place we wont visit again soon.
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Crimson Cafe, Rhinelander
I got a salad from the "Crimson Cafe" yesterday for lunch. It was VERY good. They also have a variety of intersting Panini sandwiches, and feature soups as well.
This is a tiny little place that is somewhere across from like the bridal store, and Arby's area, in those little businesses that are also houses, etc. ? If you are heading out of town towards Kohl's, this would be on the right. You have to take a quick right, then another right to head down an alley, and park behind the house. Sorta strange, but I recommend it! There were about 8 small tables inside, and almost half of them were full.
It is also a coffee shop...and the sign said lunch is served 11-2 Mon-Sat.
This is a tiny little place that is somewhere across from like the bridal store, and Arby's area, in those little businesses that are also houses, etc. ? If you are heading out of town towards Kohl's, this would be on the right. You have to take a quick right, then another right to head down an alley, and park behind the house. Sorta strange, but I recommend it! There were about 8 small tables inside, and almost half of them were full.
It is also a coffee shop...and the sign said lunch is served 11-2 Mon-Sat.
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