I dont know why we return to Maggie McFly's in Southbury. Everytime I go I seem to be a little disapointed. Last night the place was busy, but service was very harried. I think a manager stepped in at one point. Drinks didnt arrive, orders were late. Its tough to keep a two year old happy and waiting 40 minutes for a grilled cheese.
And the food really isn't that great. Good, not great. Why is it so popular?
Thursday, May 8, 2008
Sunday, March 16, 2008
Senor Panchos
Last night we ate at Senor Panchos in Southbury. It was certainly kids hour when we were there with several birthday parties. This place caters to two crowds very well; the young families, and the "night out crowd".
Our daughter is enthralled by the musicians who are very good. The food is usually very good and comes very fast. There is plenty of commotion in this place with a lot of workers so there is plenty to watch. Our food almost always comes with ten minutes.
I ordered the fajitas (chicken and beef). I was not too happy with the meet but the tortillas and extras (guacamole, etc..) were excellent. I could usually pass on the beans and rice as I think they sit out for awhile before service. My wife ordered tacos which were very good. They are "make your own" as the meat comes in a bowl. They could avoid putting the cheese on a hot plate as it ends up melting together.
Overall, a high value establishment.
Our daughter is enthralled by the musicians who are very good. The food is usually very good and comes very fast. There is plenty of commotion in this place with a lot of workers so there is plenty to watch. Our food almost always comes with ten minutes.
I ordered the fajitas (chicken and beef). I was not too happy with the meet but the tortillas and extras (guacamole, etc..) were excellent. I could usually pass on the beans and rice as I think they sit out for awhile before service. My wife ordered tacos which were very good. They are "make your own" as the meat comes in a bowl. They could avoid putting the cheese on a hot plate as it ends up melting together.
Overall, a high value establishment.
Sunday, February 17, 2008
Julio's
Julio's of Southbury is the subject of our last visit. We visited this restaurant on a Saturday night. The restaurant was full.
We find the pizza here to be excellent. We had the four cheese pizza. This is a wood fired oven and the crust definitely takes on that character. Everything about the pizza tastes fresh. We would prefer if the ricotta was spread out a bit more so we get a taste of each cheese in every bite.
We also had two salads. The regular salad with beef was a hit. The Romano salad was very fresh but the dressing is very tart. Beware.
Service was friendly, but largely absent. It took awhile to get our check and several small mistakes were made. The manager deducted $3 from our bill without us asking for it.
We find the pizza here to be excellent. We had the four cheese pizza. This is a wood fired oven and the crust definitely takes on that character. Everything about the pizza tastes fresh. We would prefer if the ricotta was spread out a bit more so we get a taste of each cheese in every bite.
We also had two salads. The regular salad with beef was a hit. The Romano salad was very fresh but the dressing is very tart. Beware.
Service was friendly, but largely absent. It took awhile to get our check and several small mistakes were made. The manager deducted $3 from our bill without us asking for it.
Monday, January 21, 2008
The Lodge
Tonight we ate at The Lodge in Southbury. This is mainly a bar that usually serves quality sandwiches. The place is split in half. One side is the bar and one side is the tables and booths.
This was a rough night for service. We sat ourselves, found menus, and waited for awhile. They were all pleasant but we seemed to have three different waitresses. We also waited a long time for the dinners to come out. They served our daughter first, which was great, but we didn't get our food until she was done, 20 minutes later.
The food is good. The salads taste fresh, the sandwiches are on quality bread, and the meat is tender. Some food is a great deal. I had a salad and 1/2 sandwich for $5.95. However, 5 pieces of fried mozzarella out of a box is $6.95. A tossed salad with three pieces of beef rises from $6.95 to $11.95.
Usually the service is much better. So we recommend you check the menu for some deals and enjoy the food.
This was a rough night for service. We sat ourselves, found menus, and waited for awhile. They were all pleasant but we seemed to have three different waitresses. We also waited a long time for the dinners to come out. They served our daughter first, which was great, but we didn't get our food until she was done, 20 minutes later.
The food is good. The salads taste fresh, the sandwiches are on quality bread, and the meat is tender. Some food is a great deal. I had a salad and 1/2 sandwich for $5.95. However, 5 pieces of fried mozzarella out of a box is $6.95. A tossed salad with three pieces of beef rises from $6.95 to $11.95.
Usually the service is much better. So we recommend you check the menu for some deals and enjoy the food.
Tuesday, January 8, 2008
Oriental Gourmet
Last night we dined at the Oriental Gourmet which is a favorite of ours here in Southbury. Our daughter enjoys ordering (and eating) Lo Mein so it is fun to bring her here. The staff is very friendly and accomodating and they seem to enjoy it when she arrives.
I had the Thai Basil Chicken. This was good, but nearly as good as some others I have had. I expect a little more basil and a little more Thai punch to the dish. While some of the other Thai influenced dishes are good, this one falls a bit short. The Lo Mein was excellent and we also had Thai Garlic Beef which is a family favorite.
I had the Thai Basil Chicken. This was good, but nearly as good as some others I have had. I expect a little more basil and a little more Thai punch to the dish. While some of the other Thai influenced dishes are good, this one falls a bit short. The Lo Mein was excellent and we also had Thai Garlic Beef which is a family favorite.
Saturday, December 29, 2007
Blue Colony Diner
Is the largest, most popular, most consistent restaurant in the area the Blue Colony Diner in Newtown? It has been there for at least thirty years (as long as I can remember) and recently got renovated inside and out, although the menu has remained the same for the duration.
The food is always good, typical Greek diner fare. We had the Spanikopita and Gyro Sandwich recently. Both were excellent. The Spanikopita had a rich spinach and feta taste, the dough was crispy and light and the only fault may be the piece was too big. The gyro had just the right amount of flavor that showed this meal did not come out of a bag or frozen box.
The place always has a family feel to the service and you always leave feeling good about the visit.
The food is always good, typical Greek diner fare. We had the Spanikopita and Gyro Sandwich recently. Both were excellent. The Spanikopita had a rich spinach and feta taste, the dough was crispy and light and the only fault may be the piece was too big. The gyro had just the right amount of flavor that showed this meal did not come out of a bag or frozen box.
The place always has a family feel to the service and you always leave feeling good about the visit.
Thursday, December 27, 2007
Maggie McFly's
With family in town (and cranky toddler) we opted for Maggie McFly's again on the day after Christmas. We do think that the decor (upscale bar--dark wood--etc...) does not quite match the food. It is probably the same menu at the Middlebury branch which has a much more relaxed design.
The menu could be a lot smaller. Looking through the menu always feels a bit like an exam or chore. This time I settled on the Blackened Chicken Sandwich. Our otherwise friendly and efficient waitress didn't think it was on the menu. I showed her. This "blackened" sandwich was very spicy and had a bit of an industrial taste to it. For the price of the meal I am sure we could get a bit farther away from the prepackaged Sisco feel.
The rest of the party had the barbecue chicken pizza, the French/Beet salad, and the hamburger. The hamburger was the biggest hit.
The menu could be a lot smaller. Looking through the menu always feels a bit like an exam or chore. This time I settled on the Blackened Chicken Sandwich. Our otherwise friendly and efficient waitress didn't think it was on the menu. I showed her. This "blackened" sandwich was very spicy and had a bit of an industrial taste to it. For the price of the meal I am sure we could get a bit farther away from the prepackaged Sisco feel.
The rest of the party had the barbecue chicken pizza, the French/Beet salad, and the hamburger. The hamburger was the biggest hit.
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