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    The Spot

    3.3 (257 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Well done steak tips that were $30 bucks.
    Cherie J.

    Went on 7/31/2025 with my wife. If I could give less than 1 star I would. Started with the fried cheese curd. Something was a bit off other than being cold on the inside. Sent back, came out hotter but something was off. The taste of the cheese was just not good at all. My wife ate it bc she didn't want to complain again. She ordered the macaroni and cheese & I ordered the steak tips, medium with tater tots and broccolini. Food came, and my $30 steak tips were well done. Tater tots were crispy. Whatever...I ate it. My wife's macaroni and cheese was inedible. She had like 4 bites and told me to be quiet. I told her not to bring it home as I didn't want it to sit in the fridge as we already put the trash out for tomorrow's pickup. She felt bad and asked for a box so we brought it home. When we got to car, she started gagging and ended up puking out the car door and then into a doggie poop bag on the way home. I pulled right up on the curb at home, next to trash and she dumped it! We will never go to The Spot again. EVER...

    Fried pickles with jalapeño ranch dipping sauce.

    Fried pickles appetizer was delicious. Baked mac & cheese and sirloin kabobs special were great. Maegan our server was very friendly. A little loud, but overall comfortable restaurant.

    Pilled pork sandwich.
    Lee A.

    Its a good Spot. The food is fine. Service is fine. I left with the socks on my feet.

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    Great food and service. We had a large group and staff was very accommodating. Fair prices.

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    Close to home and great food. Beautiful cocktails! I am a fan of the sushi! The sandwiches are delicious as well. Enjoy!

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    This place is great! They have best sushi! Always such friendly service every time.

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    Great sushi and service. Loved Tuna King and The Spot roll. Out door seating under tent is great as is bar area. We love the staff!

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