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coconutmama
05-29-2018, 04:26 PM
Took company there on Monday. The menus were dirty, the bar chairs were frayed & the wood work was chipped. Our server appeared to be new and could use more training, but the food was good. Anyone else have the same observations?
Carl in Tampa
05-29-2018, 05:51 PM
Took company there on Monday. The menus were dirty, the bar chairs were frayed & the wood work was chipped. Our server appeared to be new and could use more training, but the food was good. Anyone else have the same observations?

Chipped woodwork might be considered to be giving the facility "character." But dirty menus are inexcusable.

You might have considered calling it to the manager's attention.
784caroline
05-29-2018, 06:00 PM
Although we like Arnold Palmer Very much and its our "go toi Resturant" it could probably use an update!!
Challenger
05-29-2018, 06:01 PM
Took company there on Monday. The menus were dirty, the bar chairs were frayed & the wood work was chipped. Our server appeared to be new and could use more training, but the food was good. Anyone else have the same observations?

This is the case for almost all of the "Country Clubs" north of 466A . Time for the owners and operators to do some redo.
coconutmama
05-29-2018, 06:51 PM
True, if it were just us I would have mentioned it to the manager. However I did not want to in front of company. I just hoped they did not notice the issues.
GoodLife
05-29-2018, 07:07 PM
This is the case for almost all of the "Country Clubs" north of 466A . Time for the owners and operators to do some redo.


Yep..whenever I feel the need for high end style and elegance I head down to Mallory or Evans Prarie for the ultimate in chic dining experiences.

:22yikes:
Chatbrat
05-30-2018, 05:04 AM
They have best paper napkins that they wrap their utensils in
karostay
05-30-2018, 07:00 AM
I think you should have been compensated
billethkid
05-30-2018, 07:48 AM
The term country club, as used in TV is a much abused descriptor very much like motels that call themselves a resort.

Mediocrity prevails.
Marathon Man
05-30-2018, 07:53 AM
The term country club, as used in TV is a much abused descriptor very much like motels that call themselves a resort.

Mediocrity prevails.

Then call me Mr. Mediocre, cause I'm good with everything here.
champion6
05-30-2018, 07:54 AM
I'm curious ...

I assume that the developer owns the building. Am I correct?

And I assume that an operator leases the building. Correct?

Who is the leesee? How long have they operated it? Do they lease or operate any other restaurants in or near TV?
Chi-Town
05-30-2018, 08:07 AM
True, if it were just us I would have mentioned it to the manager. However I did not want to in front of company. I just hoped they did not notice the issues.I did mention to the manager (Sylvester) how disappointed I was in Palmer Legends and that it should be the signature CC in The Villages. The proximity of it and the Arnold Palmer designed courses was one of the reasons to move here. If there is actually a Palmer name overseer, enjoy the golf but check out the restaurant. BTW, Sylvester offered a free dessert which I politely refused.

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Timothy
05-30-2018, 09:52 AM
What are the annual dues at Palmers? Any of the other Villages CCs for that matter? Membership hurdles? There are plenty of private CC's in central Florida that will surely impress anyone finding Palmers to be in bad taste.
champion6
05-30-2018, 10:35 AM
What are the annual dues at Palmers? Any of the other Villages CCs for that matter? Membership hurdles? There are plenty of private CC's in central Florida that will surely impress anyone finding Palmers to be in bad taste.Annual dues at all CC's = $0. The restaurants are open to the general public. The TV CC's are not private. Except for use of the CC pools - but this is the Restaurant thread.
ColdNoMore
05-30-2018, 11:00 AM
Annual dues at all CC's = $0. The restaurants are open to the general public. The TV CC's are not private. Except for use of the CC pools - but this is the Restaurant thread.

Methinks the poster already knew all of that...and was just being facetious.

As if the lack of dues or initiation fees, of what should be our premier facility...should excuse shoddy conditions. :ohdear:
eweissenbach
05-30-2018, 11:01 AM
Then call me Mr. Mediocre, cause I'm good with everything here.

Me too, however I too noticed that Cane was showing some wear recently. The service and the food were still very good in my humble and tasteless opinion.
Jdmiata
05-31-2018, 04:48 PM
Me too, however I too noticed that Cane was showing some wear recently. The service and the food were still very good in my humble and tasteless opinion.

Agree on the wear comment. Agree on the food and service. This is the most profitable CC in TV ( according to staff that are in the know ) . Refurbish the place !
villagerjack
05-31-2018, 06:55 PM
Then call me Mr. Mediocre, cause I'm good with everything here.

I agree with you. When I find my mind wandering about such minor issues, I try to remember how lucky I am to even own a home in the beautuful Place called The Villages, wrapped napkins and all.
Gpsma
06-03-2018, 02:00 PM
Me too, however I too noticed that Cane was showing some wear recently. The service and the food were still very good in my humble and tasteless opinion.

Was there last night. Food was good but the place smelled like a dirty dishrag. Think they really need to get rid of that outdated tiki look and brighten the place up.