[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by Jean G

I personally have been disappointed that the villages uses predominantly chain restaurants. I prefer unique, family owned dining. I think this is definitely a step in the right direction for variety.

The villages doesn't use, they have property for lease.

[stan the man]

I guess it better than the $36 burger at the 21 Club.

[starflyte1]

Originally Posted by yabbadu

Here we go again, People want a country club in area but don't support it because prices are too high for some. Now a new food place opens and what is the first post!!!!! Prices too high!

Make for a great case why the family tore down country club. Why should they lose money? Same for the new place! Prices have gone up everywhere and will continue to rise on everything as long as the economy continues to rise.

Welcome to the real world! For the OP....Find your comfort zone and let others find theirs. Try to enjoy life!!!!!

Hacienda Hills Country Club building was torn down because it was not maintained properly AND they leased it to a business that totally ran it into the ground.

[msilagy]

The hamburger picture is of 2 patties, probably overcooked because they are so thin. Not a nice 1/2# prime meat burger cooked the way you desire it. Once at Sips in Leesburg I ordered their burger and it came out this way - very disappointing.
Other than that their prices are somewhat upscale. But if they deliver with good food and a good portion they will do ok. I'm back up north for the summer and every meal I have had out is FAR better than anything I have gotten in TV. Suburbs of a major city - love it!

[collie1228]

Agree, you mostly get what you pay for. We had lunch a Lopez last week, outside on the patio on a gorgeous May day, with a linen tablecloth and very good service. The price was a little bit higher than most other choices in The Villages, but to us, it was a very good experience and worth the price. We'll try Farmshed soon, and hopefully that experience will be good as well. If not, there are lots of other choices out there.

[Dan9871]

I ate at Farmshed last night. Food and service were good. Pricing is higher than many but certainly not all places in The Villages.

The menu is a bit limited but my guess is that is because they are trying using only locally sourced fresh ingredients.

My only complaint is that I asked for my steak to be cooked medium but it was closer to rare than medium.

I don't know if they will make a go of it or not. The limited menu and prices seem to work against that.

What they to seem promote about their restaurant is that all the ingredients are locally sourced directly from farms. The fact a restaurant sources direct from farms would never draw me to it but I know there are many who see this as a plus.

I think this local sourcing thing is what limits their menu and sets their prices.

I'm am going to go back and try a burger there but I don't think that this will every be one of my "go to" restaurants.

YMMV

[Larchap49]

Originally Posted by mrf6969

Can build that burger better at home for less than 2 bucks.

Are you sure? With the current prices in Publix I kind of doubt that.

[bagboy]

Originally Posted by TheWarriors

Wow, you really only left $2.00 for your tip? Even if you are enjoying a reduced price entree, you should tip as if you are paying the full price. The wait staff did have to take your order, bring it your table, get your two glasses of water, provide your bill and cash you out, and clear and clean your table for $2.00!

and then go online and brag about it...

[EviesGP]

Who/what was in that space, previously???

[thelegges]

Originally Posted by EviesGP

Who/what was in that space, previously???

TooJay’s

[Juliebythesea]

What a kind and reasonable reply. Nice of you

[loufromnewjersey]

Went to Farmshed last night for dinner. The cornbread, the & grits, and the tenderloin were all fantastic. The tenderloin was cooked perfectly and very tender.
Don't understand how people can bash a restaurant without having been there.
It's a good place now and when they make adjustments and expand the menu it will be a great restaurant

[butch69]

It's hard to beat the $5.95 hamburger on Mondays at World of Beer. Good hamburger, too.

[DonnaNi4os]

There are burgers and then there are BURGERS! I would think their’s is the latter. Some people will find their prices prevents them from dining there, others will be grateful for quality food. I have been inside and was greeted by a friendly young man who was very impressive. Coming from NJ, it is not like your typical “diner”, but I will likely give it a try.

[waynehal55]

Originally Posted by Leadbone1

Agree, they are not going to make it. Retired people like food deals. Some can pay anything but most can’t. Just got an excellent burger with fries at Ruby Tuesday’s for five dollars. Its their Tuesday special. Lady friend and I were out the door for $13 and some change which included a 20% tip!
That’s the way you do it!

So, you gave the server a $2.00 tip. You're a big sport!
We go for that special occasionally and I leave at least $5.00(Minimum).