Harbor Town Pub is one of those great neighborhood watering holes that keeps the locals coming back! I used to walk here years ago when I lived just up the street, so it's always nice to return to an old favorite. Met up with a colleague for a late lunch and decided on their Jackpot Burger, but with a few modifications. I ordered it bunless, with a 1/3-pound beef patty, fried egg, smashed avocado, bacon, mayo, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and red onion. Normally it comes with blue cheese, which I absolutely cannot stand, so I happily had them leave that off! I also substituted a side salad for the fries. Delicious, satisfying, and a great way to enjoy a burger without all the extra carbs! Service was fantastic! The music was great and played at just the right volume to enjoy without having to shout across the table. Something more establishments should figure out...! They make excellent cocktails here, but since I still had work to do, I stuck with their delicious, refreshing iced tea. Sometimes being responsible is terribly inconvenient...! LOL! The menu has plenty of appealing options, the atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, and there's a steady stream of neighborhood regulars coming through throughout the day and evening. It's got that authentic local pub vibe that you just can't manufacture. Great food, excellent service, good tunes, and a cool neighborhood atmosphere. Whether you're a Point Loma local or just visiting the area, Harbor Town Pub is absolutely worth stopping into! I'll certainly be back, and next time I might not have work waiting for me so I can enjoy one of those cocktails! Cheers! read more

Harbor Town Pub - Jackpot bunless - 1/3lb beef patty, fried egg, smashed avo, bacon, mayo, lettuce, tomato, pickles, red onion and side salad versus fries. - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

Harbor Town Pub is owned by the same people as Waterfront and it has a dive bar feel with Christmas tree lights hanging from the ceiling. They have a room in the back with some games which reminded me or Aero club. I got the ahi poke tostada which should be called ahi poke nacho's because it comes on a pile of fried wonton chips with avocado, carrots and cucumbers. It was delicious! You order at the bar and the bartender was super friendly and actually remembered my name when I came back up. read more

We love that we found this neighborhood gem near Shelter Island. The food is amazing!! You walk up to order your food and drinks and then find a seat. The portions and pours are amazing, the soy ginger wings are out of the world and there is always something fun going on. This time was bingo! It is a little loud inside but it's just a vibe. They do take out orders too. You can easily walk here from Humphreys down the street if staying near by. Highly recommend. read more

Harbor Town Pub - Soy ginger wings, a dark and stormy and bingo!! - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

The Pub is a local favorite on the Penninsula! It's a casual bar/restaurant with an arcade room! They do trivia nights and it's a great lady's night out destination! The burgers are amazing and so are the other sandwich choices! My favorite is their fish tacos on Tuesdays! Try their happy hour menus too! Parking is free behind the restaurant and on the street! Many local craft beer choices! Sports screening always too! read more

We hit Harbor Town Pub for breakfast because of good Yelp reviews. The pub only serves breakfast on Saturdays and Sundays. The Pub is colorful and interesting vibe inside. Sport knickknacks and service badges cover every surface. TV monitors played soccer championship games. A large game-room offers pool, electronic games and pinball. Indoor and outdoor seating are available and dogs are welcome. Rock music played in the background. I ordered a Linguica Scramble, which was a mix of tomatoes, cheese, spicy sausage, scallions and cilantro scrambled with eggs and topped with fried tortilla strips. The egg mix was accompanied by a generous portion of delicious crispy hash browns. The sausage was a bit spicy hot. My breakfast was hearty and delicious. My brother had a Breakfast Burrito filled with eggs, French fries, avocado, cheese and bacon. The burrito was hearty and he said it was delicious. Nina, our server, was amazingly upbeat for early morning breakfast. She made an effort to learn my name and introduce herself. She called me by name the duration of my meal. Food came out quickly. The bar is interesting and fun with regulars stopping in for breakfast and an eye opener. There is nearby free street parking. We walked. read more

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We were partying it up at a wedding and the couple decided to have the after party here. Great choice I thought at first. It was on my list of places to go. We rolled in maybe 50 deep. It was popping on the Saturday night around 10pm when we showed up. It was pretty full. They had famous Sunday night football games on. The back area where the games were was full of energy and bright lights. The only problem we all felt we had was with the staff. We all felt that they were a little rude. Other than that. The drinks were decent. Nothing to write home about. The bathroom wasn't spectacular and someone definitely puked. I'd come back and again. Maybe during the football season. read more

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Stumbled upon this amazingly cool pub and wish I lived closer to be a regular. Super cool vibes, there's a mini arcade inside but on the medium size because it's literally HUGE. Food menu is dope, we tried to tostado which was basically poke nachos and had a few brews. They had trivia night going on which was really cool to watch & the service was good. read more

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Always a good "vibe" at Harbor Town Pub. Today I looked in the side room and saw all sorts of video games. We played the basketball game, super fun. Food is tasty, long bar and staff who hustle. read more

Harbor Town Pub - Basketball game at HTP - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

Harbor Town Pub in Point Loma is one of the places my friend likes to go to because it's casual, offers food/drinks, tv monitors throughout and music blasting so loud you can't have a conversation which is perfect since he's not there to talk. The place is dark, dank but looks clean enough approachable. There's a room with arcade games which attracts adults and children. This pub is also dog friendly. All the female staffers are not friendly and not helpful, despite the fact my friend is a regular..is NOT good service. The polar opposite effect from the male staffers who are friendly helpful and cool. There's limited spaces at the back for free parking. After parking and upon entry from the back door, you order and prepay for your drink and food from the counter before finding a place to sit. The staffers will bring your food and drink, no table service after that if you're in a booth. Service at the bar isn't any better since the one bartender seems to get overwhelmed and service falters :( My friend is a typical swm: single white male who likes beer, whiskey and bar food to his health detriment. He finds this place tolerable and it's one of his hangouts. This pub can be considered a dive to some or just a cool get away pub for others. The menu does have some edible foods: Brussel Sprouts, Fries and Poke nachos all of which I've tried, when I had a minute to seat and stay. My friend has tried nearly everything on the menu but his favorite are the burgers and the fish and chips. Good service is sadly inconsistent but Harbor Town Pub has been here for years and it's a community anchor located close to the harbor. Caveat emptor! read more

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Great bar, bar food good, drinks & service - love the sliders. Fun to watch games here

Yes, this is a bar for folks who like to party, watch sports games, and play video games. I took my 11 year old for dinner b/c she really wanted a hamburger. She said it was really good! I ordered a bowl of flank steak that came with cabbage, pickled onions, edamame, onions, and rice. It was "healthy" and delicious. You order at the counter, take a number, and food is delivered to your table. We sat near the front by the small parking lot. In the back, there are a few spaces and mostly street parking. read more

Did somebody say Happy Hour?!!!!! HTP never fails, and my recent visit was more of the same. The music is always bangin', the food is always delicious, and the crew is supremely awesome. Here you'll find delicious burgers, fresh salads, and beautiful fish (relying on my +1's for that part). Came out for an afternoon lunch that ended up spilling into a beautiful Thursday happy hour, 3pm-6pm, experience. For lunch, I enjoyed a spectacular, juicy, and deftly seasoned burger with chopped bacon, pickled jalapeño, and you guessed it, BLUE CHEESE BABY! This 1/3 lb burger, $15.95, was thick, cooked to perfection (the standard is medium so if you don't like medium just tell them your preference), and served with beautifully crispy fries. I'm more of a 1/2 lb burger man, so I should have added an additional patty for about $5-6, but I still had my fill. But as lunch waned on, happy hour kicked up the excitement with a straight plinko style showcase that included a recurring drumroll and a rotating highlight of a different special every 30 minutes. Let's gooo! This created a vibrant shift away from my delicious, yet dwindling burger. Can you say $3 whiskeys, with a $2 upcharge to make it an Old Fashion? Or how about $3 Pacificos, or $5 Moscow Mules? Each of which were one of the highlighted specials during the 6-30 minute specials during happy hour. Accidentally or otherwise, I indulged in several, whilst making new friends at the bar-Heyyy Grant and Claire! I really enjoy this kind of happy hour experience and they definitely knock it out of the park with this one. Shout out to bartenders BEN and NINA who not only provided 5 star service, but consistently kept the vibes on 10! Did I mention they play good music hear, from older hits to hip-hop classics, I often find myself singing along to hits from yesteryear. I didn't play any games, but they've recently expanded with even more games and seating. If you're into to pinball or those pop-a-shot type basketball games, this might be your go to spot for food, drinks, and fun. Many thanks to the cast and crew at HTP! You guys rock! Note: If you like Waterfront in LIttle Italy or The Hills in La Mesa, you'll be happy to know they're all under the same ownership and share a some similarities. Enjoy! read more

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Date night called for a spot for one last drink and we came here mostly because we found out they were dog friendly and we had our pup with us. It was a Friday night so it was busy but not too bad, it was easy to walk up and get a drink and the people that work here are truly super nice, easy going, and helpful. We were able to get a table close to the back entrance and our pup got lots of pets from people entering in. I did not realize they have a full arcade area in the back and of course the popcorn machine which if you know you know has tabasco with the popcorn and trust me you have to try it. We just had some drinks this time but I want to come back for brunch sometime soon. read more

This place was such a pleasant surprise! Completely unassuming from the outside but right when you walk in you're welcomed by the fun decor, great energy, plenty of games, and tons of TVs. You order at the window and they bring your food to you. We shared the wings and I got the Chinese chicken salad. Both were good but I would probably try different things next time. The waffle fries looked really good I was eyeing the persons food next to me. Will definitely be back again! read more

Harbor Town Pub - Chinese chicken salad - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

Gotta admit that the food here always hits the spot each time I come in here. You really can't go wrong with whatever is on their menu as each item is flavorful. I got the Jalapeno Burger and a side of garlic fries, if you're a fan of that you already know what you'e getting yourself into. We also got the Cali Burrito which the meat was highly bomb.com Super cool vibe, friendly staff and food came out in a timely manner. Will for sure be back. read more

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Came on a Wednesday before noon, which happened to be the opening day of the World Cup. They were showing the Mexico game, and the staff was nice enough to turn on the sound after many of us customers requested it. The FIFA vibes were definitely on. Our drinks were good, and the BBQ pork nachos were so flavorful that we couldn't stop talking about them after we left. The service was excellent that afternoon. We decided to come back later that evening to watch the night match. It was a different crew--still friendly, but less attentive during dinner service. We ordered the nachos again, and they were just as delicious. One downside was that there was no sound for any of the games (the Stanley Cup Final, FIFA, or MLB). Instead, random music was playing throughout the restaurant. They also host Bingo on Thursdays, which was a lot of fun. Would come back during lunch!! Came on the Wednesday before noon that was the start of the World Cup. They showed the Mexico game and the staff was nice enough to turn on the sound as a lot of us customers asked. The FIFA vibes were on. Our drinks were good. The BBQ pork nachos were so flavorful we couldn't stop talking about it after we left. Drinks were good and service excellent that afternoon. we decided to come back to watch the night match. Different crew, friendly but less attentive during dinner. Ordered the nachos again. Delicious! No sound for any of the games (Stanley cup finals, FIFA, MLB) just random music . They do have Bingo on Thursdays, which was fun. read more

Harbor Town Pub - BBQ pork nachos - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

Killer customer service for you & your furry companion! I love a dog friendly restaurant and harbor town is an excellent choice for that. Food came out pipin' hot and tasty Restaurant is a fun vibe to hang around at. Will be back with the pups! [this review was made in connection with a Toast promotion] read more

I've been here a couple of times for lunch, and I've never been blown away. The place is kind of dark inside, and has a sports bar/dive bar vibe. The food isn't bad, but also isn't memorable. The prices are on par with the area. Have never had to wait for a table. Very impressed that they have a sizeable parking lot that has always had open spots. I honestly only go there for a change of pace from my usual eateries. read more

This place is fun!!! Firstly, they have a popcorn machine and you can serve yourself popcorn, so I was already very happy. Full bar, and the food is SO good. We were a big group so the pics are just what my friend and I shared. Ahi Tuna Tostada- they give you a good amount of Ahi and it was very good and fresh! Buffalo Cauliflower bites - super tasty! Jalapeño Bacon Burger w sweet potato fries- easily 9/10. A little salty but sooooo tasty and the perfect amount of spice. Will def be going back, and will actually try to place some arcade games lol ALSO they give the ENTIRE bar a round of shots. Big win read more

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My only disappointment was I called in my order. The place is so fun! Bar atmosphere with a huge game room attached. The girl who helped me was hustling. Taking orders, delivering orders, clearing tables, take-out, she was doing it all! The burger I got surpassed all expectations. This is not a smash burger, it's a delicious thick patty with Bleu cheese and crispy onions. WOW! I usually only eat 1/2 the bun, but this bun was next level. Great fresh fries. Will definitely add this to my list of places walkable from Shelter Island. read more

Picked up food to go tonight and was wonderfully pleased by the filet o awesome sandwich that I got as a lettuce wrap, garlic fries, and beet, Brussels sprouts and blue cheese salad. Everything was really delicious and it was blessedly quiet in there. The lady that helped me was amazingly friendly and positive also as it seems they almost always are these days.. I really appreciate that. read more

Harbor Town Pub - Beets, Brussels, Bleu cheese salad, absolutely delicious. - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

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As a trained chef and CEO of an entertainment production company, I've had the pleasure--and the responsibility--of ordering **every item on Harbor Town Pub's breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus**. My professional verdict: HTP has, by far, one of the best **home-cooked meal vibes and flavors in San Diego**. Harbor Town Pub is a true San Diego Padres bar--*bar none*--but it's also much more than that. It's where Point Loma locals gather, along with visitors who want to experience what a genuine San Diego pub should be--and is. Every guest is greeted with an enthusiastic **"Welcome in!"**, and every departure receives a heartfelt **"Thaaaaank youuuu!"** That kind of warmth sets the tone immediately. The staff brings tremendous energy, and management is wonderful. If you're in the mood for craft cocktails, ask for **Blossom or Joel**. They're true masters of both classic and creative cocktails. The pub is family-friendly, with free movie-theater-style popcorn, bottomless coffee during brunch, and eight big-screen TVs showing all the sports action. There's something happening for everyone: **Taco Tuesday**, great music, wildly fun karaoke, and the legendary **Power Hour when the Padres win**. Military members, fishermen, boat captains, locals, and tourists all seem to find their way here--and nobody ever seems to have a dull moment. One especially meaningful touch: I designed a Padres sticker, and the team placed it on the back wall near the beer taps. That perfectly captures the spirit of Harbor Town Pub: welcoming, community-minded, proudly local, and full of personality. **If you want great food, genuine hospitality, Padres pride, and the authentic energy of a San Diego neighborhood pub, Harbor Town Pub is a must-visit.** read more

This is a great place if you have kids. We we're trying to find a place to watch the World Cup with our kids and most bars do not allow anyone under 21. I found Harbor Town Pub and it was great. The service was good. They have a large selection of beers both on tap and in cans. There are all kinds of options for food. I got breakfast, my wife got a chicken salad, the kids had the sliders and chicken tenders. The food was good. They have a large game room for the kids. A very family friendly place. As a bonus, they have free fresh popcorn. I will definitely come back to this place. read more

Our friends had their day after wedding recovery brunch at Harbor Town. We came in with a very large group and the staff did a wonderful job of keeping the drinks coming and food was hot and fresh when it came out. This is one of the best places for Sunday brunch, sports, room to mingle with friends and also kid friendly . A big shout out to the staff for keeping up with our large group . read more

Great beer, vibe, arcades and staff. We came here on a Sunday for the arcade and enjoyed a couple drinks and some really tasty food. read more

Harbor Town Pub - Arcade side - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

What a fun spot! We came here during a game and the place was full of energy. Loved the selection of arcade games for kids and adults alike. Lots of room for a big group as well! I was very happy with the food. Brussels sprouts were such a large portion, and the seared ahi salad was fresh and delicious! Definitely a gem of a spot. read more

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Seems like a really cool place- but the service is so terrible and the people working are incapable of handling large crowds. Unfortunately super rude girls working too. Very inefficient that you can't order a drink at the bar- you have to order at the food window. It was busy, but not busy enough for a beer to take 15 minutes and a breakfast burrito to take 35. Ordered a breakfast burrito with no cheese- and it came with only egg and potato. Was supposed to have bacon, cilantro, green sauce and guac too but came up empty. Didn't even eat it :( bummer because our friends rave about it but I don't ever need to go back. Ambiance is fantastic but service makes it not worth it. read more

Best pub grub in SD The Spicy Chicken the best anywhere I get the Argentinian, which is a lightly marinated steak with arugula, cheese and chimichurri sauce. Super good. They're hamburgers are among the best in San Diego. This place definitely knows how to make pub grub. read more

Harbor Town Pub - Great atmosphere! - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

Great food and drinks! As soon as you walk in the energy is great. Everyone's having a great time. Beer is cold. Food is hot. What else do you need read more

Harbor Town Pub - Burger with cheese fries - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

Servers here are always nice, so that goes a long way when considering returning. I've eaten here 4 times over the years, and it's always good, and at times excellent. It's got a few TVs playing whatever sports are on, an arcade that's connected, and the the generally rock/pop/90's music dialed up, so if your a sensory overstimulation-type, just go outside. Tables are small on the patio, so not sure about large parties, but perfectly fine for 4 or less. I am going to keep watching the health inspection reports here in Yelp though... they are trending down over time and 90/100 is pushing my comfort level. That said, it appeared clean and' the food was fresh, so I'm hoping inspectors see things differently next time! read more

Harbor Town Pub - Ahi Tuna Salad - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

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When I managed restaurants I would ask: what's more important to you good food or good service? Not a deal breaker but an interesting response because you need both to create a memory. This spot has both and more. I bring every single person who hasn't been here or heard of it and make them a lifer. Hands down one of my favorite places to eat some of the absolute best food and best cocktails with always nice staff. It can get super crowded so pick your time to attend wisely, however even when they're slammed they manage to go around and check on you. This is a quick service restaurant with a bar so to have someone come around is pretty rad. Fun games, clean restrooms, somewhat decent parking. Don't. Change. A. Single. Thing. Ever!!! read more

A good go to spot! Their food is surprisingly good- I'm always a little skeptical when a spot seems more bar vibes. But the food is delicious. One of my go to's is the ahi club, it's so flavorful. I've been lots of times and will keep going back! read more

Can't go wrong with the poke nachos and wings! They don't skimp on the poke nachos. This spot is very casual and has good service. read more

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Best place in San Diego! Such a hidden gem! Staff is awesome & food off the charts good! My favorite place in SD, Point Loma area. Thank you, Harbor Town Pub for being so awesome. read more

I used to come here years ago when I worked nearby. A decade later I started coming in a bit more after recently getting back to San Diego from years of traveling. I just want to give a big shout out to Morgan, Rayne, leah, and the rest of the Harbor Pub crew for absolutely working their asses off during the insane busy weekend nights. The food is always good (extra ranch on deckkk), beer is cold, and meeting strangers just seems to be the norm at this spot. Thanks again to all of you who take care of me whenever ! come through. P.S screw Chat GPT this shit came from the heart!! read more

Food was good, servers, bar tenders were amazing and chill, relaxed atmosphere. You can sit and chill and watch the game or get a little competitive. Dogs are welcome which I love. The only downside is that they have carpet inside which is great to walk on but not so great when our fur babies have accidents :( May be time to switch to tile or something else. We opted to sit outside and enjoy the space which was exactly what was needed to start the weekend. read more

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The best local place you can find!!!! You want amazing service, this is the place!!! You want amazing food, this is the place!!!! You want amazing atmosphere, yup!!!!!! You know that one small town feeling that accepts new people?!? This is THE place!!!! Morgan, Ben and Kris, you 3 took care of us!!! I wish every town had a place like this!!! Vivian you carried the torch!!!! I'm so happy we found this place!!!! This place makes you feel like home!!!! Thank you ALL!!! PS they all serve great (even the ones I forgot to take names of!!!) To the owner, keep this team and give them a raise!!! read more

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What I ate (and I did eat 95% of it because I was starving and didn't dare wait another 35 minutes for another option), was overcooked, and since it was fried that meant blackened crusties and rubbery dried out fish, all served on a burnt bun. I get it...kitchens get backed up, sometimes staff doesn't show up, sometimes you have a newbie. But I did offer to pay for my drinks and cancel my order long before it arrived...but instead was forced to wait on this, overcooked and burnt (the irony). Waitress gave a heads up they were backed up...that was a plus, two tables ahead finally got their food...but then there was nothing else coming out of the kitchen, and those tables had now had enough time to consume their food and were lounging and relaxing. So I went to the front to cancel the order and a fella hopped out of a booth from behind on over to the register. I say it's been over a half an hour let's just cancel the order. His reply was to look up the order time, and then tell me it has been "33 minutes" as though that was a logical rebuttal and I was being unreasonable. He refused to let me pay for the drinks telling me the salad is done and that we were waiting on the sandwich (never crossing his mind that perhaps he could at least offer to wrap it up to go). So not being permitted to pay and cancel I went back to the table and waited. The same guy delivered the food. When the waitress immediately came over after, I had already had a chance to see the burnt piece of fish and burnt bun, and sadly, waved her away...what was I going to do? There was nothing to say. I couldn't complain, I couldn't ask for a replacement, I was forced to wait for burnt food. I had plans, was late and had to make alternate arrangements. Not life altering but annoying...I survived. What was insulting was the waitress brought over a card after I had paid...a free round on the house. First off, nobody was drinking. Second, could have spared me the wait time, and could have just not forced me to pay for burnt food. Host, manager, owner? Not sure what his role was...but missed an opportunity to just cut the losses. I heard the salad at our table was good, crunchy buffalo chicken. There were lots of ads for specials so they do try as a community bar to keep folks interested and engaged. Games on one side for the kids (or big kids). But having driven 90 minutes, wouldn't go out of my way to come back (too many other options). There was a guy on a bench outside who was sipping on a soda, looked like he was passing through with his backpack, so I gave him the card, go in, have a soda, watch a game...hopefully they honored it. I would not say don't go. but I would say to the register gatekeeper...do better. And definitely appreciate your staff, they at least had attentive servers. P.S. Need to keep dogs on the patio. My SD was tucked perfectly at alert under me, and on three separate occasions in the one visit had to physically block dogs from coming under the table (passerby's with drunk oblivious owners). In one instance had to shove my leg out pushing the dog back (ironically this same dog had been sitting with the register guy, so likely a local regular)...I repeatedly told his owner, "no, No, NO!" So that didn't help my experience either...all that after I had to get up and stand and argue about cancelling my order (which the quick position change and standing resulted in an episode with my blood pressure and heart rate). It was just a hot hot mess that should have been better handled. read more

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Ari and Ben thank you so so much for your service!! This place has a great ambiance, and is a place to kick back. They have amazing frozen margaritas and burgers. Thank you for the good laughs, we enjoyed your vibes!! You guys are wonderful and deserve a shoutout for being great at what you guys do. Definitely check this place out!! read more

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Burgers were good and decent size. Chicken wings are delightful too! It has a kick of Filipino grilled chicken or inasal (that's what I think). Made me miss back home! Also there's something about their wings that made our cats go crazy!! They probably loved the smell - they hounded me the entire evening for it. Gave them all a small bite. I will come back for those wings and their arcade! Lol read more

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