Just a heads up, this place is almost always very crowded on Fridays/Saturdays during the holiday months so expect to wait for a table or stand by the bar. I come here because I love the holiday decor and themed drinks so I can't really review the food. The only food I've had here was the happy hour appetizers and it was your typical bar food choices. The drinks are very fun though. Some come with souvenir cups you can take home with you. They have cocktails, draft beers, and boozy milkshakes. As with most holiday themed drinks, a majority will be more on the sweet side. The Bloodbag drink is a fun "interactive" drink with the presentation. The Candytini drink is a bit of a challenge with the amount of whipped cream on it but visually is a fun drink to have. Def give this bar a try on the holidays to check out the decor, they go all out! read more

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The place was surprisingly empty on a late Sunday afternoon. Chicken tenders were tasty. I got the chicken cheese steak, oddest sandwich ever, with practically no cheese, a few scant fried onions, and the chicken was in large cubes and practically tasteless, all for $16. I ate half, took the rest home and decided to toss it. It came with nothing, not even chips for that price. Adequate fries were $4 extra. Partner got the salmon BLT and liked it. My $7 Yards Philthy IPA draft was actually warm. Not a great selection of beers. Aiden, our server was excellent. Decorations were nice, but not worth the trip as it is somewhat out of the way. Watch out for the mandatory 20% gratuity added to the bill. I usually pay that amount, but forcing it is resentful. Somewhat disappointed, and probably won't be back. read more

We made reservations in advance which were really hard to get. We had a reservation for a regular table but was given a high top. You get what you get. They had a line almost the whole time and turned away walk ins. They had themed food and drinks but I was recovering from food poisoning so we didn't get much. I got a plain grilled cheese which was filling. My mom got cauliflower wings with the sauces on the side. She really liked them. The waitress was nice. The place is so cute! The decorations are great. read more

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So festive for Mardi Gras! Was able to walk in on a Wednesday around 7pm without a wait The actual food is mediocre but not bad. The fried pickles were very salty. The Big Easy burger $19 was loaded with 1 smash patty, 1 hot sausage patty, creole fried shrimp, french fries, american cheese, sauteed onions, remoulade. A fun combo. Sounds like a lot but was a good size to finish. The Brotherly Love $18 milkshake I would get again! Not soon because that was a lot but it was good. Filled with local vanilla ice cream, hershey's chocolate, peanut chews, tasty cake cupcake & kandy kake, peanut butter, amish pretzel stick. Didn't finish the cake but finished the milkshake. I hear it's really nicely decorated during Christmas. I would come back for the milkshake and to see read more

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This is my favorite stop for a holiday cocktail after a day at the Christmas Markets! Definitely love coming here when I'm in the city! Perfectly decorated to get you into the holiday spirit with friendly staff and quick service! The drinks are pricey but delicious, although the chicken tenders are lackluster. read more

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Friendly greeting as you enter. They go all out with seasonal decor here and it's best to have a reservation. The menu and drinks fit the season so it's Halloween-themed now. Everything we had was tasty. I loved my Harvest Salad and sweet potato fries. Some of the drinks are over-the-top and super sweet. But it's a fun experience. Our waiter was fun to chat with though she forgot to bring a water, extra dressing and did put in the wrong entree. But she comped a drink to make it up to us. read more

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So glad to have visited Craftsman Row Saloon again for another Christmas season! It was extremely difficult finding a reservation for the 2025 season but we managed to get one at 11 pm on Dec 12th and it was lovely! I still highly recommend this place to anyone I know who's looking for a Christmas wonderland based on the decor alone however their food continues to surprise me! Even when we decide to go a little more adventurous like with the mac and cheese calzone pizza combo, which sounded weird but was actually so good. Their milkshakes of course are also always worth it so I highly recommend! read more

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Personally I would not go without a reservation as it is quite busy (especially around the holidays) and bar seating is scarce. They decorate the place beautifully with a little train running the tracks and ornaments and garland everywhere. The drink I ordered was fine. It's very crowded at the bar and quite lively. I would imagine having a table instead would be nicer. I think it's a great place to visit maybe for a little holiday fun once read more

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Decorations are beautiful and that's the main draw to this place for the holidays. Otherwise the food is average and the drinks are insanely overpriced, although fun and creative. The automatic gratuity for all party sizes is a bit of a turn off as well. read more

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I was so excited for this experience as new residents to Philly. We arrived a few minutes early to reservation and promptly shown to table and was informed there is a 90 min limit. Not a problem as they are super busy. Drink options were fun and food was themed for Christmas. Ordered our drinks and food. Drinks came out fast and were pretty tasty but I'll say for $19-21 they are pretty small. Drinks were done and waiting on food. Waiting. Waiting. Finally my entree came out (which was technically an app) but hubbys burger wasn't ready. Waited and waited. Finally after about 10 min told me to go ahead and eat. I cut into the Stromboli and while the top was perfectly colder the bottom was burned to. Crisp and so much dough wrapped up inside was raw. It was supposed to have grilled chicken but I couldn't find any. Another 5 minutes pass and waitress finally comes to tell us 2 more minutes in the burger. I tell her I didn't want to Stromboli bc it was raw and she looked at me like I had 2 heads. As if no one has ever complained about a meal. She talked to manger and they removed the item. Finally burger came out and I ordered a salad thinking it would be fast. Hubby was totally done with burger before salad finally came out. They did charge me for the replacement meal and added a mandatory 20% tip. He decor is very fun and cute. There is def a theme for the holiday, kids would really like it and the over the top milkshakes. Adult drinks were good. That's about where I'd leave it. Was lookin forward to coming back for other holiday pop up's but I doubt will try it again. read more

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The decorations for Halloween? Oh yeah they did that! Craftsman Row decked their entire restaurant out with some excellent Halloween decor. It starts as soon as you walk in the door. The atmosphere is great inside, though a bit small. Our waitress was great and even the other staff who dropped off food were all sweet. I enjoyed the names of the drinks, and the drinks were great. The food lacked some flavor, but it was still edible. Overall, I'm looking forward to returning for their Christmas decorations. RESERVATIONS are highly recommended btw! read more

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So fun and festive for the holidays! Make a reservation. This is a place to go to for the experience. The food was fine. Drinks are the attraction-pricey but cute! Service was good-tip is included in the bill. Would go back again pre holidays for sure! read more

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Enjoyed the decor interior and exterior.... however I think that's all to boost about. We really wanted to enjoy our visit, but a few things missed the mark. Seated 20 mins after our scheduled reservation. Sodas flat and dull. Christmas wreath inspired app - underwhelming in flavor and size. We only stayed for 1 app and left to Reading Terminal Market. I would assume this place is only popular for the Christmas decor and cocktails, but not the food. Typical bar food and service. read more

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This was a fun and unexpected surprise to stumble across for lunch while exploring the city on a Sunday afternoon. I came at a strange time, probaby around 3pm so it wasn't crowded and the shift seemed to be preparing for the evening. Service was all friendly and attentive throughout my visit while I was seated at the bar. I ordered the Philly cheesesteak burger, because why not! It was delicious and a hearty meal. Fried were good, hot and crispy. I enjoyed a nice draft beer and overall a pleasant dining experience. I would come back on a future visit! read more

Craftsman Row Saloon - Philly Cheesesteak Burger - Pubs Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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We went for the Halloween theme decor & menu. We were not disappointed. Our sever was very attentive & checked on us often & they were exceptionally busy with a bus load of high school students coming in to order ice cream desserts. He made sure we were taken care of. Food was slow to come out but again they were very busy! Food quality ok. Overall a fun experience. read more

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I went into the city this past Saturday to meet up with my friend who lives in Philadelphia. I informed him I would like to start at a bar I have never been to and this is how we arrived at the Craftsman Row Saloon. We ordered a shot and a beer and here's where things get interesting. There was not too much left in the bottle of Powers Irish Whisky or so we thought. Bartender poured the rest of the bottle out in two cups served neat however, one of the glasses had a dead freaking insect in it, looked like a gnat. After telling my friend my shot has a gnat in it, he said, no problem and took it from me and chugged away lol. Got to love the drinking enthusiasm but I have to dock them a minimum of one star for that. We ordered an appetizer of Mozzarella sticks that were encrusted with Doritos crust. These came out piping hot and I loved them. Five to an order for $14 bucks, not cheap, but meh you're in the city what do you expect. The other thing that really took me a back was they auto tip on your bill for 20%. This is a party of two people, and I felt it almost disrespectful to add that on all of their checks, however I do understand the restaurant does that to protect themselves. Interestingly enough, we weren't told about this auto charge and did not see it on the menu. Other qualm is what I am hearing from other reviewers is they have a ninety-minute time limit for their tables. Although I enjoyed my time here, I don't see myself running back as there is a plethora of bars in the city. As always people SYOY!!! read more

Craftsman Row Saloon - Mozzarella Sticks - Pubs Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

If you say online you're open til 10 pm then be open til 10 pm. We walked half a mile to get there so we could enjoy the awesome ambiance and great cocktails we have experienced before. We knew we would be arriving late (9:15 pm) but definitely time to order a great cocktail and enjoy the scene. NOPE!! I really don't appreciate getting bad information. read more

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I never got a chance to let everyone know during the holiday season how great and fun this place is!! I absolutely loved how festive everything was from the decor to the Christmas themed drinks and food! The candy cane shots were especially fun. I highly highly recommend coming here with friends or family to celebrate the season. And apparently they switch gears for Halloween as well, so I will fully be attending in the fall. read more

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Love that more Philly establishments have taken a page from Tinsel and upped the holiday decor. Amazing experience from the food, service, ambiance to the vibes! Shout out to Whitt who did his thing with every cocktail we tried 10/10 read more

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I was really excited to try Craftsman Row--the Halloween décor and themed menu were awesome. Unfortunately, the actual dining experience was disappointing. We were seated in the very back by the kitchen and bathrooms, and there was an unpleasant odor every time someone walked by. Service was slow: our waitress took our drink order, then didn't come back for about 10 minutes to take our food order, and it was another 20 minutes before our drinks arrived. The cheesesteak burger was greasy and topped with what tasted like Steak-umms instead of real shaved ribeye. The "loaded" buffalo chicken fries ($21) were basically fast-food fries with frozen chicken tossed in hot sauce--definitely not worth the price. On top of that, gratuity was automatically added for just two people, which wasn't clearly disclosed. If I hadn't noticed, I could have double-tipped for mediocre service. The concept and milkshakes are fun (and probably what they're known for), but the food and overall experience were lackluster. I wouldn't return. read more

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We went around Halloween, needless to say it was an experience !!! Bottom line is...you go for the experience & enjoy the atmosphere. Service was a little slow, but they were busy, food was absolutely terrible. So go for their themed over priced yummy drinks or shakes, not dinner !! Worth going at least once, an get dressed up an enjoy yourself read more

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I came here for all the Halloween vibes and Nightmare Before Christmas decorations!! It was definitely hard to get a reservation in October, so I suggest you start looking toward the end of September to be safe. I really came to get into the spooky spirit, but I was surprised to find that the food was actually really good!!! I only ordered off the Halloween menu, but the chicken sandwich was absolutely divine. Juicy, fresh, perfect balance of flavors, and very tasty dressing. The movie theater shake was also awesome except the candy was kind of stale, so I didn't bother eating that part. I hear they decorate for the holidays too, so the plan is to go there again and douse myself in Christmas vibes in the next few weeks!! read more

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I've been wanting to visit Craftsman Row Saloon for the past 2-3 years during the Christmas season, so when I remembered to make a reservation at the end of October for a Sunday in December, I was excited to finally go. At the start, I was happy we got seated right away even though we were close to the bar and front door where people were gathered. At times, we could feel the cold wind blowing on our legs, but that didn't matter. I was still happy to be there. However, as the night went on, things just kept getting worse and worse. First, it took quite some time for our server to greet us and an exceptionally long time to get our drinks. I ended up not getting my drink until others at our table had finished their entrees! Santa's Treat was supposed to come in a keepsake cookie jar. Instead it was the size of a baby food jar with tons of ice and no drink. It was definitely not worth the $19 they charged for it. The Parisian Holiday, which we shared as an appetizer, was enjoyable with the brie and Gruyère cheeses. Fortunately, that came out fairly quickly, but the rest of our entrees took forever. We were there well over an hour before we got any other food, and our server blamed the kitchen system for being down and had to retake our order (without menus this time). However, everyone who sat down after us had not only received their food but eaten it and left. Also, only 2 of our 3 entrees came out, so everyone tried to eat slowly while I waited for my turkey BLT. As for the food, the burger was good as was the buffalo chicken salad although our server gave us the wrong one. Ours had ranch dressing on it, not the blue cheese we had ordered. The turkey BLT was a hot mess that looked like it was literally thrown on the plate. The sweet potato fries were crispy, but the rest of the deconstructed sandwich was not even tasty. Please be advised that the restaurant tacks on a 20% gratuity (we were a table of 3) which is a joke. Our disinterested server was not attentive and didn't even put in our order. We also had to flag her down for basics such as a glass of water. Additionally, the women's restroom was not clean and was out of toilet paper. When I politely mentioned it to the hostess, she asked if I looked under the sink. Um, I'm not at home. Why would I look in the cabinet under your sink? Needless to say, when I asked my daughter if she wanted a picture at the end of the night under the Christmas lights, she said no way. Sadly, we couldn't wait to leave. read more

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The restaurant decorations were so cool! I am curious to see how it will be decorated for other holidays other than Christmas. The service was average. I was expecting the regular food and drinks to be more expensive, but it was actually a reasonable price and delicious too. The milkshakes are a bit more on the pricey side, being 18 and 20 dollars for the non-plain milkshakes, but it is definitely balanced out by the price of the other food and drinks. Overall I would come back just for the milkshakes and decor! read more

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My friends and I came here on a Saturday around 9PM. We lucked up and got a couple of seats at the bar. This place was pretty packed. The host said there were no reservations available for the rest of the night. Im guessing since it's spooky season everyone wants to see what all the hype is about. This is more of a restaurant bar. Definitely somewhere you can bring the kids. We ordered pumpkin Mac and cheese, a cheeseburger, and a Mac and cheese chicken sandwich. No complaints about the food. Very yummy. The only real downfall to this place is the 20% gratuity that they automatically add to the check. It does state it on the menu, but it would be nice if the bar tender mentioned it or it was posted in the restaurant somewhere. I would like to come back soon, the vibes were nice. read more

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This is a true gem tucked into jewelers row. Went with wife and two sons (13&10). All four of us LOVED the food. Tremendous sandwiches, great service at a uniquely decorated space. read more

Another amazing meal at Craftsman Row, amazing service got 2 in on a Friday no reservation (but I suggest one) they are busy. Had the Mac Daddy burger for the second time because it's amazing and the Ceaser salad was great too!!! Cute and cozy decor is great and had the Phillies game on! read more

Enjoyed my time here the food was good and the service was amazing the overall Christmas spirit was in the air definitely will return. read more

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Ambiance and service were great. Our waitress did an awesome job. However the food was typical bar food. Our shrimp app was over fried. But you definitely have to check the place out read more

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Craftsman Row is a small spot..but packs a niche punch! Over the past few years Craftsman's Row has offered 'Pop Up' experience for every season over the years! Currently it appears that this is a popular place to take part of the experience and I was glad to participate in the festivities! The service was attentive and prompt! The feed was average but served quickly because there is a 90-minute table limit (not a fan of this type of service)! Overall...I would come back to experience the Christmas and other holiday pop ups because it is fun ..but beware...the drinks are average and the drink prices are inflated to accommodate the pop up experience... read more

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My daughter loves Christmas so I wanted to take her there for her 22nd birthday. I was able to get a table on a Saturday , early evening. The Christmas decor was covering every inch of the place. It was super festive! There were four of us and we squeezed in to a booth along the wall. The holiday drinks were good, a bit pricey but they were very good. We all ordered different things, typical bar food. I started with the French onion soup and we shared the buffalo shrimp fries. The food was decent but we really went for the atmosphere. I would go back again for the festiveness alone. read more

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Yuletide days at Craftsman Row! It's a holiday staple and it's always a great time to visit this time of year! The halls are decked, the bells are ringing, and the spirits are flowing! We came here on the holiday tour for a night cap. I opted for their wrapped up margarita and my wife tried their candy cane martini. Solid drinks and loved the incorporated holiday flavors. The ambiance is what draws in the crowd - the place is decked out in all that is holly and jolly and the crowd forms quickly. Reservations are required if you're looking to dine in but we just popped in and were to hang by the bar and snag some seats! The service was great and we had a good time enjoying the vibes! Definitely worth to check out and grab a drink or two! read more

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Saw this place online and I was immediately captivated by the Christmas Decorations!!!! So, it was a must that I stop by and see the awesomeness up close. We made a reservation for 7:30 pm on Friday. Upon entering the restaurant, we were greeted by a woman with an iPad who checked us in. She showed us a small table near the back. We asked if we could swap out the table for a booth since there was a large snow flake that would have been on top of one of our heads (literally). We were given a booth, which provided a little extra room. Drink orders were placed. My friend had the "cookie jar" speciality drink. I had the coquito, the guys had beers. Our drinks arrived fast. My coquito was delicious, but came in a very small (airplane sized) bottle. My friend's cookie jar drink came in a small keepsake jar, which was cute. For apps, we ordered the shrimp and fries, fried pickles, Dorito covered mozzarella sticks, wreath, and brussel sprouts. Yes, that's a lot of food! Lol! Our apps started to arrive in 15ish minutes. The shrimp and fries were fantastic!! I don't know what they do to their fries, but they literally tasted like McDonald's French fries. I tried the brussel sprouts, which were phenomenal. I could taste the pomegranate, walnuts, apples and balsamic vinaigrette. Every bite was full of flavor. Next up, I tried the wreath, which contained bread stuffed salted meats with provolone cheese and a red sauce for dipping. I liked the contents of the wreath. I think the sauce paired well with the meats and cheese. We ordered the cheese steak and Italian hoagie for the table not realizing we had more than enough food to start (and end with). Needless to say, I took a few bites of the Italian hoagie. I was already full, so I couldn't eat anymore! My friend said the cheese steak was okay. It looked a little light on the steak side. We wrapped up our great dining experience within 60ish minutes. For a party of 4, our check was around $130, not bad at all. Thank you, Craftsman for a fantastic seasonal experience. Stop by if you want some delicious food and an early Christmas treat! read more

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The service was amazing, our waiter was so kind. The place was really busy for the holiday's, but so worth it! I booked a reservation back in September for a December reservation. If you didn't have a reservation there was a line out the door for bar seating. The place was decked out with holiday decor and the milkshakes were the best part! Compared to everything else, the sandwiches didn't really compare, so next time I'd just go for the milkshakes. But still a great time! Recommended for the holidays! read more

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Blood bags and syringes are no longer scary when you work in the medical field, but I absolutely love the idea of them as a cocktail This restaurant/bar should definitely be on your list to go during Halloween! They decorated the whole place with spooky ghosts and sparkly lights - makes the whole place very festive! I only got 2 drinks at the bar - wanted to get a table but it was a 1.5 hour wait at 8pm. The blood bag is actually rum with some cranberry and apple cider (it actually tasted really good!) And the syringe shot, called Frog's Breath is actually lime jello and tequilla! Will come back for some more festive drinks and hopefully eats during the next season! read more

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More festive than I ever imagined. Thw place was decorated soooo beautifully. Only came for a drink luckily. You were S.O.L if you were a walk-in. They were all by reservation except the bar and the bar is always my spot. The hostess was super sweet. My bartender was straight business but I have no complaints. The prices were decent. The specialty cocktails were fun and just as the decor. Super indulgent and over the top but it's a treat. It's definitely a must-see when you're in Philly! Why only 4 stars? That bathroom stall is a no go for us heftier women. read more

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The service was AWFUL, but the ambiance and food was awesome. The server could NOT be bothered that we existed. Went to the bar every time to get our server order, we watched her be so upset when she got sat with us but her loss!! Probably won't be back, but the food was good - if you don't care about being mistreated by your server for coming in to eat and drink! read more

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This review is for drinks only during the Christmas season! My friend and I stopped by here after our dinner. Parking was relatively easy to find. The place was packed but we were able to score a bar table in the front that noone saw. We both ordered a drink each (pricey around $14) mine came with a cute ornament I pour over my drink while my friend got something whisky based. Both drinks were well made and we really enjoyed them! The bar is quite loud so I feel bad for the families that are dining there. A fun festive atmosphere for the holiday season! One day I want to come back and try their massive milkshakes that look so fun/good! read more

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3.5 stars YOU NEED A RESERVATION for the holiday! I was able to snag one last min for a Thursday night. It was insanely crowded in there around the bar. People kept coming in but those without reservations needed to be turned away. But the place was super festive and cute which made my daughter and I happy. One hangup was when the waitress told us they wouldn't be able to accommodate allergies because it's so busy? After all that work to try and get a reservation and drive into the city I almost cried since I couldn't risk my daughter's health. But we looked at the menu and didn't see anything (food wise) with peanuts so we pressed the waitress to ask the kitchen which she did and then came back saying it would be fine. The food and drinks were good. Our server was nice. It was something to check off on my bucket list. :) read more

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Decided to enjoy the city with my SO during Friday afternoon. Lunch spot was going to be CRS. Made reservations for 1pm and arrived there at 12::45pm. 2 groups in front of us (we were early) however we were seated within 5 minutes at very comfortable booth on right side as you go to bathroom. Waiter greets us and is gracious enough to give history of place (SO was questioning him) and how they change for holidays. Had a cinnamon/coffee drink with vanilla vodka. Delicious and sorry I forgot name. I ordered short ribs which were good and SO had the French dip also good. We skipped the adult milkshakes because we were continuing on our way. There were a lot of well behaved children in there. The movie Elf was also playing in the bar. It is nicely decorated for Christmas. Nice spot and will stop in during next theme. read more