I was amused by Nick N.'s review of Brock's Gap Service. So I knew I had to experience this place at least once during my recent trip to Bryce Mountain.
As I was out exploring the area, I stopped in at lunch time. I walked in and took a seat at the bar. The guy behind the bar asked if he could help me. I responded I was in for something to eat. The menus are encased in a short plastic holder sitting on the bar (see attached pic). As such, it is not a long menu. I ordered a Cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, onions, and pickles, plus a bottle of water and a beer - Coors Light in a bottle.
While I was waiting, I took note of the ambiance. Two locals sitting across the bar drinking Bud longnecks and smoking cigarettes - talking local stuff - mostly a lot of deer hunting discussions colorfully laden with much cussing. :-) None of the nonsense with folks eyeing me suspiciously - of course I probably look like a local (jeans, Harley-Davidson t-shirt, VT camo ball cap, sunglasses, grizzled unshaven look).
Behind the bar on the wall - there are lots and lots of cigarettes, tobacco products, and ammunition for sale.
When the burger came out - it was served on a soft white bun. And it was easily one of the blandest, least exciting burgers I've ever eaten. But I was hungry and it was food. It was served with a side of potato chips.
After I finished the burger and chips, I chugged down my ice cold Coors Light, paid my bill and was on the road.
So, if you want to experience some true backwoods Americana - this is a place to get a taste of it. If you don't mind cigarette smoke. read more