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    Spare Times Grill

    3.5 (4 reviews)
    ModerateSports Bars
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    2 years ago

    This guy needs to update his Yelp this place had a lot to offer huge wings and it's like an expanded Dave and Busters!!!

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    River District Social - Side Salad

    River District Social

    4.2(39 reviews)
    28.9 mi

    Not sure what happened here. Originally gave a nice 5-star review on 9/10, but was removed for…read moreviolating terms of service; not sure what was wrong. So, I'll give a much shorter review here. My girlfriend & I were on a trip down this way on Labor Day Mon., 9/7. Server & host were both nice. My hot honey chicken sandwich was excellent as was my sweet potato fries, which was worth the $2 upgrade for me. We liked in addition to nice, prompt service, at the end, she asked if wanted anything else instead of just putting the bill down (which happened to us 2 days earlier), and she went above & beyond by asking if we wanted to go cups of water. Pics are still included I uploaded on 9/10.

    Came in on a Tuesday night with my best friend for the $5 burger deal, which is a solid start. Just…read moreknow you are getting their standard burger with lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, and fries. Simple and classic. We both made a few tweaks. She skipped the onions, added ketchup and mustard, and got a side salad. I kept mine simple with no ketchup or mustard. Food came out fast. Appetizer and burgers hit the table in just over five minutes, which was impressive. The burgers were good. Not over the top, but juicy and worth the price. The only miss was the bun. It was cold and could have used a quick toast or at least some heat. The house salad was fresh with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, cheese, and croutons. I tried to swap my fries for sweet potato fries and ended up getting both, so no complaints there. Just know the sweet potato fries count as extra. Fries came out hot and stayed hot. The sweet potato fries had a nice balance, not soggy, not too hard. The corn fritters were the standout. Crispy on the outside, soft and sweet inside. Service from Amber or Shannon was great. Attentive, friendly, and helpful. The only slowdown came at the end. It took longer to get the check than it did to receive the food. The space is in a reclaimed industrial building with exposed brick and high ceilings. Very large and open with plenty of room for groups and events. There is a main dining area, a busy bar, and a separate section with bowling lanes. The crowd was mixed. Families, couples, groups, people at the bar, even a few on laptops. Plenty of TVs and music, but it stays at a manageable level. Accessibility is decent with a lift available. Parking is nearby street or lot parking. Overall, a fun, casual place with strong value, especially on Tuesday nights. Must order: Corn fritters Heads up: Buns may come out cold and sweet potato fries are an extra

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    Applebee's Grill + Bar

    Applebee's Grill + Bar

    1.9(53 reviews)
    30.9 mi
    $$

    We decided to give this Applebee's another shot (even though we haven't had the best luck at this…read morelocation) because my kids love their chicken tenders--and I was really craving a solid burger. Unfortunately, this was another disappointing takeout experience. First thing: I don't recommend ordering through their website. There's no place to add special requests (condiments, extra toppings, etc.), which is a big deal when you're ordering burgers. Ordering through DoorDash was also a no-go because the pricing was way higher (I'm not paying around $20 for a basic burger). If you're set on getting food from here, I'd honestly recommend calling the restaurant directly so you can confirm details and make requests. Here's what we ordered: * Classic bacon cheeseburger (requested pink) with fries * Mushroom Swiss burger (requested pink) with fries * 2 kids chicken tender meals (one with applesauce, one with fries) + apple juice * Triple Chocolate Meltdown * Extra side of fries Total was around $67, which is a lot for takeout--especially when the food misses the mark. Timing was fine on paper: ordered at 3:38, ready time said 3:58. I arrived at 3:55. But even after checking the order before leaving, I didn't realize how bad the temperature issue was until we got home--because somehow the fries were already ice cold right out of the gate. I'm not overly picky with takeout, but cold fries immediately is a rough start. Burgers My wife's Mushroom Swiss looked like it had been cut to check the temperature, which I appreciate in theory--but it was still overcooked. The bottom bun was completely soggy and basically fell apart, so it wasn't even something you could pick up and eat like a burger. She did say the flavor combo was good (mushrooms, Swiss, and sauce), but the patty was dry and the texture just wasn't enjoyable. If you order this, I'd honestly suggest getting the sauce on the side to avoid the bun turning into mush. My Classic Bacon Cheeseburger was also a letdown. I ordered it pink, and it was nowhere close--fully cooked through, dry, and it had that hard seared/crusty exterior that just screams "overdone." I also tried to customize it (no tomato, extra onions, extra pickles). The pickles were an upcharge and you get three pickles... and the "extra" onion (also an upcharge) didn't look extra at all. The one bright spot: the bacon was actually the best part--nice smoky flavor and tasted fresh. Kids Meals The chicken tenders are what they are--standard pre-made tenders--but my kids genuinely enjoy them, so that part is fine. What wasn't fine: their meals were ice cold too, and the portion of fries in the kids meal was honestly tiny. Thank goodness I ordered an extra side of fries to share. Also, we found out they were out of apple juice, so we switched to chocolate milk (the little bottles). Not the end of the world, but it's another small thing that adds up when everything else is already off. Dessert The Triple Chocolate Meltdown was the highlight. My wife really liked it, and I did appreciate that the ice cream came in a separate container (smart for takeout). That said, it was a small scoop for the price, so it felt a little overpriced--but at least it tasted good. Overall For the price, this was a miss. I understand takeout isn't going to be perfect, and burgers can continue cooking a bit in transit--but these were overcooked, dry, and not enjoyable, and the cold fries/kids meals were the final straw. When you're paying $17+ per burger, I expect better consistency from a major chain. If you're going here strictly because your kids love the tenders, I get it--but if you're hoping for a satisfying burger night, I'd suggest looking elsewhere. (Photos included--forgot to snap one of the dessert.) And I forgot to mention, when walking inside to get my food, there was a terrible smell. I'm not sure if it was someone or something , but it was almost unbearable.

    Terrible terrible service barley got our food nasty bathroom waiter did not check on us at all…read morewaited 30 minutes for our drinks. Dookie service.

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    Penn's Bar and Grill

    Penn's Bar and Grill

    3.5(18 reviews)
    31.7 mi

    We came across this place with pretty low expectations. Also, this place was called a different…read morename when I had originally looked up through Google Map. It's located in the Clarion Hotel off of the exit. My husband and I were driving to a conference for our son and came across this on the way. We decided to stop here for lunch before arriving to our destination and it seemed pretty sketchy at first. It did look like that area use to not be a safe area. Anyways, I guess the name changed and ownership and we decided to get some "bar" lunch food to fuel up. I got one of their wraps with a side of onion rings, my hubby got their wings, and our son got some chicken tender and tots. The food came out really quickly and hot! It was REALLY good. Even my husband was shocked. The wings were cooked just right and the flavor was there. The tots had a very great crisp to it and the onion rings hit the spot for me. Very friendly staff and a lot of seats to choose from.

    This location has changed owners over the years - the restaurant is within the property itself…read moreincluding banquets areas and accommodations- In the restaurant- delicious food - friendly knowledgeable staff - notably buffet brunch sometimes on the weekends of which I plan to visit soon &will add photos. There is a full bar service. The menu options are versatile- This is a one level location - lots of complementary parking & accessible parking available.I believe there is a DJ providing music sometimes but better to call in advance. The location is ridiculously situated a stones throw from I 85 exit 204 Oxford NC - several other shopping experiences close by and about 10 miles from a hospital.

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