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    The Whistlin' Donkey

    4.4 (37 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 4:00 AM (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Jamie D.

    We stopped in during a road trip. The service was great. I had one of the best Rueben sandwiches and the potato skins were unique with jalapeños baked in. It is a bar atmosphere. The only negative was a slight smell when we walked in.

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    Jonathan C.

    Had a nice dinner here with a colleague after work on a weekday evening. The staff were very attentive and showed us to our table right away. We started off with the whistlin' nachos - the generous portions of cheese and guac made it an excellent appetizer. I had the yonkers burger, which was cooked perfectly, and I loved the onion rings and barbecue sauce on top. Our server checked in on us frequently and kept our water and drink glasses refilled.

    Eugenio L.

    A local Irish McLean Ave bar. The Bartender, with a very thick Irish accent, was very friendly and attentive. There weren't that many people in there to begin with so that was easy enough. The inside is low key vibes. They have a jukebox that plays 80's and 90's music. Decent bar.

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    Food was amazing! Best burgers we have had in a while! And the customer service was sweet! Highly recommend, bring your appetite!

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    3 years ago

    Steak sandwich is amazing!!! Sweet Thai salmon is great also!! Good neighborhood place to eat and hang out for watch a game!!!

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    Place has great food , friendly service and quick delivery :)

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    Great food,nicely priced definitely a must try. Parking ain't bad don't sleep on this place it it will wow you.

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    Lindsey is an amazing waitress. The food is outstanding. Friendly bartenders and great atmosphere.

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    Hailey's Harp and Pub

    4.1(430 reviews)
    35.8 mi
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    We had our dogs with us, so we needed a restaurant that had outdoor seating. The outside tables…read morehad umbrellas and seating was comfortable. The menu is extensive. I noticed AFTER we ordered that there was a cocktail special that night. Our waitress never mentioned any specials, so I tried to flag her down after I had already ordered a different one not on the list. I mentioned to the hostess what I needed, and I hung out waiting for our waitress at the front. After waiting at least 15 min for her to show up from the back, I was able to ask her to change my drink order. The food here is FABULOUS. We got the housemade Irish soda bread and it was amazing. Hubby got the shepherd's pie and it was delicious. I got the lamb chops over asparagus and mashed potatoes and it was FANTASTIC ! I don't know if our waitress was new or what, but our meals were delivered without silverware. We waited several minutes, then finally flagged down another waitress so that we could eat ! If it wasn't for the poor service, this place could easily be 5 stars due to the fabulous food. Thankfully we got out of there before the live music started, loud music is not our vibe. At the very end of the meal, somehow my original drink order made an appearance (that's what I was afraid of, that she didn't cancel the order). The folks at the table next to us ordered the exact same cocktail, so when the bar tried to give it to us, the waitress told them to give it to the table next to us instead. Geez, we were already paying for our meal at the time. Lol The manager did come out and the end of the meal to ask how things were. I did mention I thought our waitress might be new. I didn't get an answer as to if she was, but I posed it more as a statement than a question.

    Started our night here. It's way bigger than you think look at it from the outside…read more We came on a Sunday and it was packed to the gills. It was also trivia night so maybe that why? Super great crowd. Everyone having fun. Super quick service even though it was packed. Seems like a great spot to meet friends. Very diverse crowd.

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    2/16 FIRST VISIT: My boyfriend and I came to Heritage Bar on…read moreFebruary 16 around 2:45 PM. It was pretty quiet since it was early on a Monday. I was deciding between the turkey salad and the Chicken Salad Ciabatta from the lunch specials and asked our server how the chicken salad was, She said it was her favorite and that it was a lot of people's go-to, so I decided to order that. Our food came out pretty quickly. We ordered the Heritage Nachos, Loaded Tater Tot Skillet, Philly Cheesesteak, and the Chicken Salad Ciabatta. The nachos weren't really for me (I didn't love the type of chips used), but the tots were good and my boyfriend liked his cheesesteak. I absolutely loved the chicken salad sandwich and fries. I get a little fixated on foods I like, so I had honestly been craving that sandwich ever since. 3/14 SECOND VISIT: I decided to come back on March 14 specifically hoping to order the chicken salad sandwich again. It was much busier due to St. Patrick's weekend,I was alone, I was seated in a booth in the back. I was given the dinner menu, so I asked the server about the chicken salad sandwich I had previously ordered. She didn't recognize the sandwich but offered to ask the kitchen after I showed her a photo and the menu from my previous visit. Unfortunately she came back and said they couldn't make it. She suggested a grilled chicken sandwich, but I declined since I'm not really a fan of grilled chicken. I ended up ordering the turkey sandwich and asked for a few modifications (no stuffing or cranberry mayo, just regular mayo on a ciabatta). When the food came out, I immediately knew it wasn't turkey. I waited until the server came back and asked her to confirm what meat was on the sandwich. She initially told me it was turkey. After taking it apart & having a few bites I knew it wasn't turkey. I winded up eating the fries and asking for the bill. I decided to show her the inside of the sandwich again and asked her to double check with the kitchen, she returned and confirmed it was actually ham, even though the ticket showed that she ordered turkey. She did offer to remake the sandwich, but it would have taken another 10-15 minutes and at that point I was already over it. I ended up just paying, and leaving. I completely understand that menus change and servers can't memorize every item. I just wish the sandwich had been confirmed with the kitchen sooner when I questioned it the first time. Overall, my first visit was great, and that chicken salad sandwich was honestly amazing. I just wish the second visit had gone a little smoother.

    A good ole Irish bar with good food and drinks. Tried the wings and tacos and both really good…read morechoices. They also serve Yonkers IPA my fave. Will be coming back again.

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    Burke's Restaurant and Bar - Greens & Seafood Mix

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    3.7(211 reviews)
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    It's been a loooong time since I last visited, but now that I live about a mile away, I figured,…read morewhy not give it another shot? Well... let's just say this is a tale of two experiences: the food? A solid 5 stars. Everything else? More like 1. So I'm meeting in the middle with 3. We walked into what I think was organized chaos. People were everywhere, but oddly... no one was sitting. Empty tables, no host in sight, and definitely no one greeting us with a warm "Hey, welcome in!" One of the guys at the bar casually told us to sit wherever. So we did. Eventually someone noticed us. The vibe? Loud, kind of messy, and definitely not what you'd call cozy. We ordered quickly, thinking we were being proactive. But drinks took a while, and the appetizer took about 30 minutes--which really set the tone for the 45-minute wait that followed for our shared entree. Apparently, it was "kids night," but I didn't see a single child. Also, the bathroom? Let's just say in gas station style clean. BUT--and this is a big but--the food was excellent. Big portions, full of flavor, and even better as leftovers the next day. So the kitchen is clearly doing something right. Unfortunately, the overall vibe just isn't my cup of tea. I like to unwind with a good meal and a cocktail--not feel like I'm in a live-action game of restaurant hide-and-seek. There are other spots nearby that check more boxes for me, so for now, this place is going on the back burner. Maybe we'll give it another go someday. When kids night includes actual kids.

    I don't like to give 1 star so I'll give 3 for the host who took my order she was kind. I ordered…read morenachos $37 and all it had was burnt chips with cheese and a few jalapeños. A tiny cup of quac and pico. No meat. Very disappointing. I heard so many good things about their nachos.

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