Sharing for safety (not my story, but absolutely credible):…read more Last night . . . I just worked a 12.5-hour shift in the ER. Im in Van Wert, Ohio. I'm two hours from home, so I'm staying in a hotel. Exhausted, I decide to grab a bite and a beer before heading back. I went to this local sports bar, walk in, and take a seat at the bar. Before I can even sit down, heads turn, people staring from the left side of the bar. And in my head, I already thinking: "Here we fucking go." But I keep my cool. I ask this the lady to the left if anyone's sitting in the open chair, she says no, so I sit. I'm browsing the tap list, trying to decompress. Not even 30 seconds go by before I hear the same lady say "Trump." A group of about six or seven people are with her are chatting. Then I hear a woman murmur, "Ehh, no. I'd never let him touch me." Seconds later, a man responds, "Well, scoot closer to me then." And just like that, the woman shifts her chair away from me. I'm still trying to act unfazed, looking at the TV playing the Cubs game, playing on my phone, interacting only with the bartender. Then again, from my left, more Trump talk. Someone on the screen is wearing a red MAGA hat. The woman says, "I wonder how they feel about him wearing that hat there." A man replies, "He shouldn't give a fuck what anybody says." She whispers, "We probably shouldn't say this stuff too loud around here. Someone might get offended." He answers, "That's his problem." At this point, I can't even concentrate on the menu. All I can think about is how I've been showing up here, caring for this same community, doing my best in their only ER, and this is how they really think of people who look like me. I'm nearly done with my beer when the couple beside me asks for their check. They stand to leave, say goodbye to the group beside them, and that's when I hear it: "Don't forget your niggers." My heart stopped. Blood rushed to my face. Time froze. Do I say something? Throw my beer? Walk out? Fight? It felt like an eternity, but it was less than a second. My head doesn't turnn towards them. I just keep looking up at the TV. Someone murmured what sounded like a correction and then louder: "I said his Nickers!" And they all laughed like it was the funniest thing they'd ever heard. I sat there, stunned, feeling every emotion at once rage, humiliation, fear, heartbreak. I knew I had to leave. The bartender came back, asked if I was ready to order food. I told her I'd just take the check. I paid. Got up. Walked toward the door. TVs were blasting. Music playing. Noise everywhere. And just as I pushed the door open, someone shouted clear as day: "NIGGER." I stutter stepped, tucked my head down, and I walked to my car in utter disbelief. I sobbed. Sobbed from frustration. From rage. From sadness. From exhaustion. From fear. How is this the world I live in? No one in that whole town knows me. But because of the color of my skin, they felt entitled to break me down. Humiliate me. Push me. Provoke me. Try to turn me into a headline. And you know what? Not a single person in that bar stood up. Said a word. Spoke out. Not the waitress. Not another patron. No one said a thing. And the crazy part? I still had my scrubs on. Not that racists care what you do for a living. But it's just so ironic to me. One day, I might be the nurse keeping them or someone they love alive. And they couldn't care less about my life. So again I ask, Are we great yet?

There burgers are the best in van wert county. This place was awesome to go to if your a bigger…read morefamily bc you have the best waiters in the county.

Small town cafe big city taste Everything from wings to…read morepizza to their Hawaiian wraps are amazing. Super service. Worth the trip to Putnam County Ohio!

Never got a chance to eat because the wait was so long, my 18 month old grandson couldn't wait any…read morelonger we stood about 15 minutes, when we asked some patrons already seated how long they had been waiting for their food, they said 45+ minutes. This was on a Saturday about 6-6:30 pm.

I travel for work as a maintenance mechanic and Wapakoneta is one of the plants I am responsible…read morefor. I was asking the people I work with there where are some good places to eat for lunch.I believe The Side Rail came out of nearly everyone's mouths.I arrived at the restaurant for a late lunch probably around 4:30 and the place was not too busy but had its share of patrons. I was greeted as soon as I walked in the door with a hello and a smile.I chose to sit at the bar beings I was alone.The decor was very neat with a mix of local and railroad themed decorations.The alcoholic drinks included a large collection of various unique and flavorful drinks and cocktails. I enjoy a good hard cider but the one they had listed on tap had a strawberry flavoring. I mentioned my fondness of ciders but my lack of enjoying strawberry flavored drinks to the waitress/bartender and she immediately offered a sample. I was quite surprised how good it actually was.The menu definitely has a large selection of unique food and combinations especially burgers. I started with an appetizer of garlic cheeses curds. They came out quickly and were fresh,hot, and crispy just how I like them.The garlic flavor with the cheese curds was a great change from the normal cheese curds I'm used to with them even being in cubes.I had to try the burger with Peanut Butter and Jelly, the loaded fries, and Mac and cheese.I was really second guessing that ordering that choice was a good one but boy was I surprised.The burger was cooked perfectly.I will never understand how a burger with cheese,peanut butter,a fruit jam sauce, and even a egg actually not only worked together but was delicious.The loaded fries were crispy,cheesy,and the jalapeños were flavorful but not too hot.The Mac and cheese was also very delicious and very creamy.I will definitely be returning to try some of the other unique sandwiches and cocktails. The only regret I had was forgetting my leftovers in my truck when I got back to my hotel.

Lovely omg the best best best food. Definitely a must go to anytime I am in area. Feta…read moreburger the absolute best!!!

Since I have been living at a hotel for over a month, I have been eating out because I really have…read moreno choice. I have ordered a number of time from Pizza Hut. The pizza has always come to my room hot and in a short time. Never have had bad service. I also have ordered twice their sandwiches. I have tried the one made with Italian sausage, pepperoni, ham and cheese. It's ok... their wings I never liked. Besides my ordering experiences, I stepped into a time warp a few weeks ago when my boss decided to take me and a few others out to lunch at Pizza Hut. I haven't eaten at any Pizza Hut buffet since I saw Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace. Walking into this Pizza Hut felt like I was back there because the decor looks from then... which I don't mind I find it unique and interesting to see it look like that time. The food was pretty good, they had a lot of pizzas with toppings I do not care for: mushrooms, onions, etc. Only really ate the pepperoni... wish they would have made some other ones that I would be able to eat. Still the service was good. Not a bad experience.

They got super stingy with their toppings. We ordered a taco pizza and.... the bean "sauce" was non…read moreexistent, the lettuce was rusty, and no chips on top. Dud.

In the area and 2 Brothers was recommended to us as a great spot for lunch. We are so pleased with…read moreour experience! We were greeted the minute we walked in the door and seated quickly! The menu is extensive...we decided on the Appetizer Combo, the Special of the Day; which was the Chicken Parm Grinder, and an order of Hot Wings. Everything was delicious and fresh! We ordered lemonade for our drinks and those were great as well! Next time we are in the area 2 Brothers will definitely be on our list of stops again!

Good nostalgia bar with good food, overall friendly service and reasonable prices. They have cold…read morebeer and good attitude people that work there. Thursday night wet burritos are the bomb. Big portions too much for one person.

I love this little gem. it has a whole dive bar feel. the staff is super friendly and hella good at…read moretheir jobs. I am such a picky eater but their food is a1

Great service and our waitress was very friendly. Prices were very reasonable. Double…read morecheeseburger was yummy.

We haven't been to Wings Etc in several years. We always enjoyed it but just fell off from going…read morefor some reason. We decided to go and see how things have changed. It was not busy when we arrived at 3:00 in the afternoon. Fairly quiet except for the TV's playing. Not a large building, so seating is limited. Took the parents. Dad had never been. The server was very friendly but was the only one in the place serving. Not quite as quick service, given that. Dad and mom each ordered six boneless wings with BBQ sauce and shared an order of onion rings. Husband and I each ordered the Barron Grilled Chicken with a side of onion rings. The Barron comes with mushrooms, bacon and cheddar-jack cheese. I added bbq sauce and pickles to mine. Husband added lettuce, tomato, and pickles. We waited. For quite some time. Dad began to wonder if they had to butcher the chickens. But the food eventually arrived. This is common at this location, so we weren't really surprised. We were in no hurry, so it served to slow the pace of life for a bit. The wings looked delicious as did the onion rings. The Barron? It was incredibly tasty and very filling. We... never did taste the mushrooms tho. Didn't locate any in the sandwich. Still very good. The spicy ranch used to dip the onion rings in is something I'd highly suggest getting as well. A nice little kick to it. All in all, we decided we need to start frequenting it more often. Definitely some very good food and good value for your buck. Definitely recommend.

This is the 2nd time I've ordered online and then drove the 15 miles to pick it up and the 2nd time…read moreI've got there and they don't have the order. Now, they have offered to make it while I waited. Did the 1st time, not today. There won't be a 3rd time. I'd rate it a negative 1 if possible.

$1 large coffee, not bad. Gotta love small towns. I was the only one in the place who didn't have…read moregrey hair and overalls. Thought I heard the record scratch when I walked in. Friendly slow service by an 85 year old woman is cute and delightful. Greasy spoon food no complaints.

Love the food it's amazing they so nice and I feel comfortable and it's close to my schoolread more

Incredibly small sides that don't taste very good. Sometimes a 3 piece is more like a 2 1/2 piece.read more

In town working/driving through and this place popped up for somewhere to eat! This is amazing!…read moreGreat customer service all the ladies were so nice and the club Panini is amazing. If you don't know about this place or driving through! It's a must stop! Thank you!

Business is closed and another business exists in that building. Didn't visit that site. Went…read moreinstead to downtown Van Wert to a wonderful place named 133 Bistro. Would definitely recommend that place. The Gyro was great and the taco salad my husband had was delicious as well!!!