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    Sonic Drive-In

    2.3 (90 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    Good for groups
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Most pathetic "grilled cheese" not grilled... one measly piece of cheese
    Carolyn S.

    I just wanted a grilled cheese and this is what I got... dry bread , like bare minimum cheese, no flavor or butter... idk maybe this was just a one off? Disappointing.

    Chili cheese hot dog

    Much better this time with the chili cheese hot dog. Not messy & the fork wasn't on top of the food. And the Free Carmel ice coffee came out fresh not like last time (ice coffee had no ice, whip cream melted like it was sitting for a while). Taste was delicious. But the Carmel croissant was a bit disappointing. For $2, you only got 4 itty bitty balls. See picture...

    SuperSONIC Breakfast Burrito (ordered without meat)
    Christina B.

    Don't mind if I do do eat curbside the second it warms up even a little. This visit, I had the Supersonic breakfast burrito. It's a regular breakfast burrito with eggs and cheese but they add in tater tots, jalapeños, diced onions and tomatoes. It normally comes with bacon or sausage but I omitted the meat. This was my first time trying breakfast at Sonic and I think I prefer it to the lunch items. It was a hefty burrito. The eggs were good and I liked the freshness from the tomatoes and onions. There was an option to add nacho cheese for like 60 cents which I think I would definitely do next time. I also had a side of ched'r' peppers. They were pretty good but not as fresh-tasting as the burrito. I liked the iced coffee but it was on the sweeter side. The "good" ice bumped it up a notch. I like the option to order in the app, plus they have lots of offers and rewards. They had $1.99 cheeseburgers if you order in the app. Without the coupons, they are $4-$6 for just the cheeseburger. I'm not sure it's worth it. Plus I think we got a free fries as well. It's a hassle to download the app when you can just order at the booth but it's worth it for the savings. The food came out super quick and everything was correct. We didn't interact with the staff too much since we ordered through the app but they were friendly enough. I definitely go for the ambiance and drinks more than the food but I was pleasantly surprised with the breakfast burrito this time and I'll order it again.

    Richard P.

    True story: I have a friend who became convinced that owning a Sonic was the secret to his happiness. So, he tried to do a GoFundMe to raise the franchise fee that would open the door to his dream. It didn't work (unsurprisingly). However, it did make me curious about this fast-food chain with which I had no experience. So, one day while I was at nearby Franciscan I noticed the Sonic down here on Emerson and decided that I would stop. It took me several times to finally make this happen, yesterday being that time, and I can now write about the experience. First off, um, what's the big deal? It's fast food. It's obviously fast food. It's NOTHING like those retro experiences of carhops on roller skates or 50's drive-in experiences like still exist at Mel's Drive-In or The Suds or to a lesser degree Steer-In. You either have a drive-thru or you can pull-up to one of their drive-in spots which surround the building. Since I wanted the true Sonic experience, I pulled into a drive-in spot. There's a button you push and you place your order. The order is then brought to you. There's a credit card machine where you order, but it didn't work. You can, of course, also pay with cash. The food is then brought to you and you can eat it right there. It's kind of a weird feeling considering how close these drive-in spots are. However, it works. Sonic has a breakfast menu and their traditional lunch/dinner menu. I was there in the early evening hours and opted for a classic crispy chicken sandwich with tots. I made it a combo and made that combo a large with my usual unsweetened iced tea. The chicken sandwich was meh. It wasn't good. It wasn't bad. It was a functional chicken sandwich. I think part of it was presentation - it looked kind of pathetic. It tasted a little better than it looked. The tots? They are wrapped in this container designed to keep them warm. I found them undercooked and was disappointed with order size considering I'd upsized it. I would not order the tots again. The iced tea was fine. The cup size was generous and I like that they actually give you enough ice and that the styrofoam cup keeps that ice from easily melting. Sonic is known for its drink options and this was definitely the best part of the meal. There was certainly nothing craveworthy here, though it also wasn't really appalling. I'd go back, but I wouldn't rush back and it's certainly not an experience I'd go out of my way for. If I return, I'll likely try a burger and I'd switch to fries to see if it's a better option. The pricing is actually fairly reasonable, a definite plus these days. However, for those seeking a real drive-in experience I'd definitely try something more like Steer-In or Mel's Drive-In as they're more authentic about it all. Overall, this was a solid mid-range experience. I don't regret going, however, I won't be rushing back. The food was a solid, though unremarkable, fast food experience at a good price and if that's what I'm craving then I'd no doubt give it another chance if I'm in the area in the future. If I ever buy myself a franchise, however, I'll sure be working to give the experience more of the classic vibe and to hire folks who "get" what this experience could really be that would distinguish it from other fast food joints. In terms of accessibility, given the fact that much of this is a drive-in or drive-thru experience, it can easily be tailored toward one's individual needs. They do also note that they have accessible ordering drive-in spots and that you can request assistance if needed. So, that's a plus.

    Blue Raspberry Slush
    Gariana R.

    I usually enjoy going to sonic they have the best slushees, but today I ordered the chicken sandwich and it was cold like it had been sitting out all day. I asked for another sandwich but they took so long to bring it out I had left. Not sure what happened Friday but the service was horrible

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    Waiting an hour for food. Only 3 items. Still waiting.....I'm serious still waiting. Do we leave and get refund? What the hell do we do?

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    Wish I could GIVE 0 Stars, We waited almost a hour for cold ass food, and I never got my drink. Do yourself a favor and go somewhere else.

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    Love the drinks!!!!! Ordering on the app save us money. Can't beat that. Service is prompt. Food is good.

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    Man I could eat here more often. So many options and fun icy drinks. Always a score with the kids.

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    4.3
    (621 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    Excellent service, excellent food. They accommodated our party of 7 adults and 2 children on short…read morenotice, sat us at a spacious set of tables, and gave us plenty of time to run down the menu, order the whole thing (plus two slices of american cheese for my little one) with suggestions and wine pairings to boot. I had a very well balanced Aviation, and took sips of my friends' brambles and old fashioneds. Perfect pre-meal sippers all around. We ordered the gamut, from the pickled beets to the pub burgers. Pretty much everything from the middle "shared plate and veggie" section. My wife and I split a super rich and tasty lamb bolognese. Again, the star of the show was the service and welcoming environment. It's just nice that they also performed on a stage of superbly prepared edibles. Would go again with a big group and maybe get a sitter so we're not leaving a trail of american cheese bits leaving an extra large tip to offset the accidental middle American Hansel and Gretel vibe.

    The food was great. The menu is short, but filled with flavorful food. The service was wonderful,…read moremy glass never ran empty even with the busy Friday night crowd. The ambiance is southern charm meets Midwest hospitality. Very open and clean. Stop in enjoy the food just the way the chef makes it. Definitely grab a few apps and relax a bit.

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    Short Ribs on a bed of sweet potatoes, with brussel sprouts
    Short Ribs on a bed of sweet potatoes, with brussel sprouts
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    Parlor Doughnuts

    4.1
    (41 reviews)
    1.9 mi

    Parlor Doughnuts made me eat them 三 times 一 month(…read more Before this, I had only ever taken one bite of a donut in my entire life, and I had completely forgotten its taste and texture. I don't really like bread, so I had never truly tried a donut. I stumbled upon this store, and it looks like a place that will make girls unable to resist spending moneyso I went in with the mindset of buying it just for its looks. The owner was very welcoming and efficient. Unexpectedly, the donuts had a croissant-like texture, a rich blend of wheat and maple syrup flavors--FAMILY WHO KNOWS?! Donuts are one of the few sweets that don't try to be overly dramatic. Unlike cakes, which need to be presented as special treats, or macarons, which use color as their identity, donuts simply stand there round, coated with a little sugar on the outside and filled with a little filling inside, their unassuming demeanor almost bordering on humility. But one bite reveals that this humility is all an illusion--the icing sugar greets you first, then the cream takes over the negotiations, and the chocolate cleans up the mess. The three parties cooperate seamlessly, and human will is like a ceasefire agreement, signed without resistance. Donuts, with their round shape, seem to smooth out all regrets: the icing is sweet without being frivolous, the filling is rich without being ostentatious, and the dough is soft like after a wonderful dream. They lack the pomp and circumstance of delicacies, yet they possess the ability to leave a lasting impression. One donut satisfies the stomach, but it's the heart that's won over first. Strawberry is the most sociable, winning hearts from the moment it appears; cinnamon is the old-fashioned type, initially seeming stiff, but becoming indispensable over time; chocolate is like a seasoned middle-aged person, quietly commanding attention; and cream filling is the most cunning, appearing unassuming on the surface, but one bite reveals that it has hidden the best of everything inside. The kitten meme is my review of each donuts

    The last 4 times I have stopped in Parlor Doughnuts they have been out of Keto Doughnuts. Today is…read moreSaturday February 7th and at 9:38 AM and they don't have any keto doughnuts. At this point I don't know why they are still on the menu because it seems like they do not serve Keto Doughnuts anymore. I wasted my time trudging through the snow that wasn't cleared away from the sidewalk just to find out once again, no keto. Not to mention that our handicap-able friends with disabilities would not be able to make it in this establishment because of their carelessness with cleaning the snow. There was also a terrible sulfur smell that assaulted my nose upon opening the door. Either they were making the world's biggest batch of scrambled eggs or they have a plumbing problem. Very disappointed with this location.

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    Seating Area at Parlor Doughnuts Greenwood
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    4.0
    (433 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    I've been to the Ale Emporium twice now two different locations and both times they served way too…read moremuch food! I certainly can't complain because everything is absolutely excellent. They have a wonderful dedicated gluten-free menu. We ordered the buffalo chicken dip, and I got the bone-in wings and taters with queso. Everything was so delicious! This place is an absolute must-stop for great food." Tyler provided excellent service Sorry no photos today !

    Apparently this is the place to be on a Sunday around 11:30 am. I was not expecting it to be as…read morebusy as it was. Luckily they have tons of seating so we didn't have to wait at all. We sat on the heated patio and it was so nice and warm. We split the huge Bavarian pretzel for an appetizer. I've had this before at the Castleton location and it was as good as I remember. Both the nacho cheese raspberry wasabi mustard are good too. The snack size boneless wings are enough for a meal for sure. I went with the Hermaican flavor. They smelled so good. There wasn't a lot of spice so I think I prefer the No-Way and Three mile Island sauces I've had in the past. I also would've liked more celery and carrots but that's just a personal preference and most people are probably more than ok with just a veggie garnish. My brother had the tenderloin and my mom had the burger. They both enjoyed them. There are lots of tv's everywhere you look, prefect for sports. This time around the Winter Olympics were on. Our server was friendly and talkative and checked on us often.

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    Holy moly pretzel!!
    Holy moly pretzel!!
    Spicy Garlic (snack size)
    Spicy Garlic (snack size)
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