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frayedends 05-16-2024 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by dewilson58 (Post 2331950)
Love Mark's meat...................no posts, you know what I mean.

I have zero tolerance (on myself) for drinking and driving........so I have water there.

My wife does not imbibe like I do. So I have my ride home most of the time. I'm lucky that way. As far as commenting on stuff, my wife is my filter. But if she's not around to give me the look, well I usually end up in an argument.

Glowing Horizon 05-16-2024 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Kelevision (Post 2331838)
I’m completely shocked to hear about Prima. They’re owned by the same people who own Anglers Club and Legacy. I’ve only had the menu cocktails. How hard is it to squeeze some lime wedges and simple syrup with gin….. you’ve piqued my curiosity now and I must go there and order a gimlet. On a side note, if you’re ever downtown Orlando, Mathers is a must!

My daughter is a Rosen College @UCF Alum & they teach mixology. She worked as a concierge during college so we Ubered to many great bars & restaurants whenever I visited her in Orlando. If you ever feel like staying overnight there, International Drive (I-Drive) has many wonderful options. My favorite was Roccos Tacos Tequila Bar & Restaurant with fresh tableside Guacamole & warm chips & many great house drinks with a lake-view table.
Those who’ve mentioned the Boston-area have captured my attention too since my son just moved from Ipswich to Melrose so he can ride the train to/from weekend fun.

Shipping up to Boston 05-16-2024 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Glowing Horizon (Post 2331955)
My daughter is a Rosen College @UCF Alum & they teach mixology. She worked as a concierge during college so we Ubered to many great bars & restaurants whenever I visited her in Orlando. If you ever feel like staying overnight there, International Drive (I-Drive) has many wonderful options. My favorite was Roccos Tacos Tequila Bar & Restaurant with fresh tableside Guacamole & warm chips & many great house drinks with a lake-view table.
Those who’ve mentioned the Boston-area have captured my attention too since my son just moved from Ipswich to Melrose so he can ride the train to/from weekend fun.

Ipswich/Essex....now you're talking seafood. Woodmans in Essex (next door) is where they filmed Grown Ups (Sandler). Tell him to try Turner's in Melrose...an oyster bar.

JMintzer 05-16-2024 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by dewilson58 (Post 2331915)
So after 70 posts and snarkiness (if that's a word)...............did you find any opinions on the best place??

:shrug:

It's not only a word, it's a lifestyle...:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

JMintzer 05-16-2024 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by frayedends (Post 2331940)
LOL I recall being really annoyed the first time you posted on one of my thread. I even stopped coming to the forum for a bit because I saw so many negative posts (not just that one from you).

Anyhow, these days I tend to agree with your posts more than most so I guess sometimes ya gotta get a feel for the place.

Always a good idea! :thumbup:

JMintzer 05-16-2024 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Shipping up to Boston (Post 2331941)
Agree
I posted it yesterday but my go to is Marks Prime in Ocala. I have simpler tastes than you possibly but it's a good spot all around.

Only been there once, but that one time was EXCELLENT!

JMintzer 05-16-2024 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by dewilson58 (Post 2331949)
My Bride says I could use a filter.

I have an A/C filter, a few oil filters, a few air filters, a water filter (not Nova, but that's a whole noth'r story)................so I'm not sure what she means.

:D

I think she means Duct Tape... :loco:

Stu from NYC 05-16-2024 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by JMintzer (Post 2331981)
Only been there once, but that one time was EXCELLENT!

Marks Prime is the best one we have been to including Chop House. Might be better ones in Orlando though

Glowing Horizon 05-16-2024 06:36 PM

You mean World of Beer doesn’t rock your world? Maybe you need to warm up with a few bottled beverages then you'll suddenly like all of the mixed ones a lot more?

frayedends 05-16-2024 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Glowing Horizon (Post 2331992)
You mean World of Beer doesn’t rock your world? Maybe you need to warm up with a few bottled beverages then you'll suddenly like all of the mixed ones a lot more?

OMG I went there once on my lifestyle visit in 2021. Granted it was just after Covid crap. But I couldn't even find a good beer. I was shocked that their world included mostly mass produced garbage like Bud and Coors and that sort of crap. I haven't been back. I like a good cold beer and some fried crappy food just as much as anyone. Maybe they've improved?

Shipping up to Boston 05-16-2024 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by frayedends (Post 2331993)
OMG I went there once on my lifestyle visit in 2021. Granted it was just after Covid crap. But I couldn't even find a good beer. I was shocked that their world included mostly mass produced garbage like Bud and Coors and that sort of crap. I haven't been back. I like a good cold beer and some fried crappy food just as much as anyone. Maybe they've improved?

Still 'crappy'! haha just messing with ya!

I like The Matador in ORL. Some call it a dive...im ok with that!

frayedends 05-16-2024 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Shipping up to Boston (Post 2331995)
Still 'crappy'! haha just messing with ya!

I like The Matador in ORL. Some call it a dive...im ok with that!

I like my dive bars too! Met my wife in a dive bar. We are all over the place. Some night, dark dingy dive bar and Tito's and Soda.

Some nights, local pub with a some local microbrews.

Some nights dressed up a little better and craft cocktails.

Glowing Horizon 05-16-2024 07:33 PM

If you feel like a beach vacay, Caddy’s beach bar on Treasure Island has live music on weekends & sunsets over the gulf. No place better IMO. Love the fried grouper & I don't usually like seafood.

Glowing Horizon 05-16-2024 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Shipping up to Boston (Post 2331961)
Ipswich/Essex....now you're talking seafood. Woodmans in Essex (next door) is where they filmed Grown Ups (Sandler). Tell him to try Turner's in Melrose...an oyster bar.

Thank you. I posted a longer reply but it vapoorized.

Kelevision 05-17-2024 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by dewilson58 (Post 2331932)
Harvest is about the best we have.
There are places who pour more..........but it's jus-not-done-right.
Country Clubs are volume (more served the better) bartenders...........get it close & move on.

I saw one poster was more or less.......................do it at home.
True, but sometimes............I want 2 B waited on.

Enjoy the journey.

I agree. Doing it at home and going out socializing are 2 completely different things.


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