Originally Posted by villagetinker (Post 1711160)

Did you talk to the manager? We have had meals there many times with no problems like the ones described.

Originally Posted by dougjb (Post 1711362)

Last time I had a drink at Evans Prairie at the bar, I experienced something that made me never want to go to that place again. I ordered a martini with olives. In the preparation for the drink, the bartender engaged in spearing the olives for my drink. This is what she did. She took the spear and laid the olives on the service mat where bar servers would place their trays to pick up drinks. The mat in most bars is soaking wet with spilled drinks, debris from cleaning clothes and other unmentionables. By placing the olives on the service mat, she gained the leverage to spear the olives by just holding them gently with her fingers. So, she managed to place the three speared olives into my martini. I managed to avoid drinking the martini. Not everything requires the assistance of a manager....especially my feet as I left the establishment...never to return!

Originally Posted by ChicagoNative (Post 1711951)

What about Evans’ breakfast? I’ve heard good things, but have never gone.

Unfortunately, I agree with pdfortin’s assessment of restaurants here.

Originally Posted by Challenger (Post 1711092)

......... Did not make a scene but, informed waitress after paying that we were extremely displease with what came from the kitchen and would not be disposed to eat there again.

Originally Posted by msilagy (Post 1711383)

I also agree that telling waitstaff is useless. Tell the manager - in my opinion most people are hesitant to complain in person but fine behind a computer screen. That was nice a 25% tip but doesn't solve problems for others that get bad food there.

Originally Posted by Jmfltz13 (Post 1711387)

It seems nobody goes there anymore because it’s so crowded.

Originally Posted by Michael Charles (Post 1713662)

I stopped going there for breakfast over a year ago. I had 2 very unsatisfactory experiences and I did speak to the manager and voiced my concerns. One major concern was about the quality of the food offered in the buffett line (not warm, dry and the bacon broke when putting it on the plate) the 2nd was the price increase of $2 on Saturdays and Sundays. I don't mind a price increase if more selections were offered to justify the increased price. It was exactly the same as the weekday offerings. The manager looked me square in the eye and said it was because they're were more customers on the weekend! I told him because if that I won't be back ever again. If they've improved since then well good for them. I'll continue to go to cracker barrel, its ALWAYS consistent, IMHO.

Originally Posted by Cranford61 (Post 1711454)

It seems like Ma and Pa Kettle, upon relocating from Tree Bud , Ohio, have developed snobbish epicurean taste buds. Should’ve moved to Boca, Del Ray or South Beach once they noticed Bob Evans and Golden Corral.
We cook at home and have tasty peaceful meals.
Via Ann Arbor, Honolulu, NYC(UWS)

Originally Posted by Davelinda91 (Post 1711366)

Please post places to eat that are good. I’ve been going to TV for years and always find it difficult to go out to eat. Most places are old, run down and not kept clean. Country clubs are definitely not gourmet eating. I did notice Arnold Palmer redid their chairs, almost all were rip and torn for some time. Same restaurants in every square and one is no better than the other. You would think during the summer slow time a major cleanup would take place. Looking for good food, clean atmosphere, any help would be appreciated!

Originally Posted by graciegirl (Post 1725014)

I saw your jab at Ohio and then see you are from Michigan.

I personally enjoy Bob Evans.

And BlueFin.

But really like my own cooking best.

Originally Posted by len84pa (Post 1725049)

Try the Mallory CC. Great Service, good food reasonable price. Not a part of TV restaurant conglomerate that feels they have the monopoly and can gouge the snow birds.

Originally Posted by Bill32 (Post 1725334)

Mallory is still owned and operated by the original owner who happens to be a professional chef and oversees the daily operation of his restaurant...

Originally Posted by Two Bills (Post 1725342)

Shame he wasn't in charge of the golf course as well! :icon_wink:

Originally Posted by Bay Kid (Post 1726167)

Hard to find and keep good help.

Originally Posted by sling1985 (Post 1711333)

Why do people (like you) feel the need to blast the business online. How about talking to the manager to help resolve your issues?

Originally Posted by Chatbrat (Post 1727207)

The buck stops with mgt--if you pay $. you get good help--others who pay more get & retain good help-- excuses go upward, not downward--