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    The Crain Lounge & Kitchen

    4.7 (62 reviews)
    Closed 2:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Some sort of scalloped potatoes with cheese
    Julia T.

    We've been to Crain a few times now and we've loved each experience. It's a cute sit down venue with plenty of space and light. The service has always been enjoyable! The staff know exactly what to recommend and we've never been steered wrong. Their prime rib is probably my favorite item on the menu. It is such a great meal for the price. It's cooked perfectly, is a large portion, and has great flavor for the Au Ju. We also lovedddd the beef stroganoff! It was a special item of the week when we first tried it and we were happy to see it became part of the regular menu when we came back a second time. Their poutine fries are apparently one of their most popular items. I'm usually not a fan of poutine fries, but my husband really wanted to try it and I'm glad I agreed because they were phenomenal! Not mushy and weird like normal poutine fries at other places. The sauces complemented the crispy fries very well. Overall this became one of our favorite spots to just pop in and grab a meal at while our daughter was in the NICU nearby. We will be making it a staple going forward!

    Southwest Salad w/smoked turkey and avocado ranch dressing.  It tasted as good as it looks!
    Kent K.

    Stopped by this evening to see Ross Crain and crew! Always friendly, attentive service from these folks. I ordered the Southwest Salad with smoked turkey and Avocado ranch dressing and it did not disappoint on a hot summer day.

    Kim H.

    We love The Crain sooo much. Honestly we thought it would be just a bar with casual eats but they have a pretty diverse menu. We love the 2 chicken - it has the best of both worlds of fried and grilled. 10/10!! We also really like their wings as an appetizer. If you sit at the bar the bartenders actually engage with you and even will write you name on a piece of paper so they can formally acknowledge you. I hesitate to write such a great review because it's always super busy in there but definitely not a place I can gatekeeper!

    Signature Prime Rib had parts that were tough, chewy. The tender parts were good. The raw horseradish and the an'ju sauce is to die for!
    Kai L.

    Same strip mall as the Sprouts Farmers Market at the corner of McArthur & NW 122nd St. Large bar straight ahead from entrance, hostess stand at discrete corner to the left. There's maybe 1-2 dozen seatings, two large booths and the scattered tables and bar tables. Couldn't see very well, but in the back looked like some just sofa seating, maybe for relaxing? The mood is dark and intimate, perfect for drinks and lounging. Staff is attentive and efficient, we were seated immediately. The Peppers were delicious, maybe a tad sweet. The Wedge Salad was good. Their Prime Rib is their signature dish, which was also good. There were parts that were tough and chewy, but the parts that were tender were delectable. The combination of the raw horseradish with au'jus sauce is to die for. Don't get the Flash Fried Spinach, tasted like tissue paper. The Pork Chop was the star of the night, tender and juicy. Delicious! Overall experience was pleasant. More if you're interested in Americanized food with a flair. Close enough to our house, so will probably come back to try their other fares.

    Angela F.

    Our server was wonderful! The ambiance was nice and it wasn't to loud that you couldn't have a conversation. The food was good but for price I expected a little more wow factor. The dessert was a chocolate cake of some sort and it was yummy! Chocolate with a little cheesecake!

    Rueben & Fries
    Terry B.

    A gathering of friends to celebrate two birthdays! What a fun time! The Perfect Margarita's were just that . . . Perfect! We started out with the Guacamole & Salsa I really enjoyed the Guac! Great Appetizer! I chose the Rueben and it was delicious! I would definitely recommend this sandwich, I wasn't really impressed with the fries they were just - meh! My wife chose the one of the daily specials the Rib Eye. She would have preferred one that was less charred but she did eat the entire steak! It was my wife's birthday and she chose the Creme Brûlée - excellent choice. Definitely a great place to meet up with friends for Drinks & Dinner! Our server Savannah was really nice and was there when were needed her! Very pleasant & friendly! I can see this becoming a regular place to come for appetizers & drinks or dinner & drinks!

    Fried green tomatoes
    Kelle O.

    A fairly new place close to our house. This was the first time that we went and we were able to get in. The rest of the time it's been busy with over an hour wait. The service was good and he was very attentive. The recommendations to try different appetizers and sides were great. The fried green tomatoes were off the charts. The brussels sprouts were good but the mushrooms are delicious. Food overall was good. Steak was cooked as asked but lots of fat on the steak. Dogs loved that part. Chicken stand which was both g spectacular and mac and cheese was good but didn't knock your socks off. I would try it again because maybe I didn't order the right item but would eat the fried green tomatoes again. The place itself was clean and well designed. It is small on the inside so I understand the wait.

    S'mores Old Fashioned
    Nick D.

    Stopped by The Crain for dinner and drinks, and this place impressed. First off, huge shoutout to the bartenders--absolutely electric energy. Fun, bubbly, and clearly loving what they do, they made the whole experience even better. My wife went with the prime rib sliders--tender, juicy, packed with flavor. I had the chicken two ways, and both were spot-on. Crispy where it should be, juicy where it counts, and every bite delivered. But let's talk about the star of the show: the s'mores old fashioned. Yes, you read that right. It's creative, delicious, and totally one-of-a-kind--like dessert and cocktail had a genius baby. Everything about The Crain felt fresh, welcoming, and just plain fun. Already planning our next visit. Stopped by The Crain for dinner and drinks, and this place impressed. First off, huge shoutout to the bartenders--absolutely electric energy. Fun, bubbly, and clearly loving what they do, they made the whole experience even better. My wife went with the prime rib sliders--tender, juicy, packed with flavor. I had the chicken two ways, and both were spot-on. Crispy where it should be, juicy where it counts, and every bite delivered. But let's talk about the star of the show: the s'mores old fashioned. Yes, you read that right. It's creative, delicious, and totally one-of-a-kind--like dessert and cocktail had a genius baby. Everything about The Crain felt fresh, welcoming, and just plain fun. Already planning our next visit.

    Nancy R.

    The Crain Lounge & Kitchen is an awesome neighborhood bar with delicious food. We ordered Arborist red blend fantastic wine. I'm not a wine drinker, but it was delicious, we enjoyed our wine without being rushed to order. After viewing the food menu, we decided to go with the Shareables: Prime Rib sliders, and the green chili mac & cheese. The prime rib sliders come with 5 sliders served on a toasted buttery slider bun with thinly sliced prime rib, and I believe it was provolone cheese - beautiful presentation. That included au jus and creamy horseradish.The prime rib sliders melted in your mouth absolutely delicious!! We also ordered the green chili Mac & cheese - white creamy cheese sauce with finely chopped green chili's combined with perfectly cooked macaroni. Our server Emily, gave excellent customer service! Great atmosphere, fun and lively, and not loud, you can actually hear the person you're talking to talk! Paraphrasing Toby Keith's song, 'I love this bar'!!!

    The Reuben is so good!!
    Jennifer H.

    Service and food are amazing. My husband and I absolutely love this place. Great atmosphere!! My husband and I will split the Rueben on occasions. The prime rib sliders are a must try and along with the mac and cheese.

    Krystle K.

    I absolutely enjoyed my experience here and will make this a regular place I visit! I came in around 5ish on a Wednesday and the place was already packed. The hostess was nice enough to place an extra chair at the bar for me. The bartenders were very nice and I enjoyed my drinks. They were quick and always making sure I had what I needed/wanted. For my meal I had the chicken 2 ways which is one of their most popular dishes and I am so glad I did because it was delicious! For my side I had the green chili mac and it was amazing! Highly recommend and making a reservation if you are wanting a table.

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    Amazing food, incredible service, friendly atmosphere! Creative dishes, yummy drinks and good people!

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    After viewing the food menu, we decided to go with the Shareables: Prime Rib sliders, and the green chili mac & cheese.

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