Today, we had a unique adventure when we visited Hartville Hardware in search of ground cover to…read moreprotect our freshly sown seeds from hungry critters. Richard was extremely helpful and showed us where the garden department was located. Even the bags of dirt are displayed as beautifully as merchandise in a high-end store! After making our purchase, we decided to head over to the restaurant. We were warmly greeted and given our choice of a booth or table--we chose a booth. Our server, Josh, promptly offered beverages, and we enjoyed freshly brewed coffee while looking over the menu. I chose the BLT on a croissant with a side salad. The meal also came with fresh buns, available in either whole wheat or white. Josh told us that most people choose the white, which made me smile. The salad arrived almost immediately and included shredded lettuce, grated carrots, and two tomato slices with a side of blue cheese dressing. It was good, but the BLT--wow! It had more bacon than Miss Piggy could dream of. Unfortunately, there was no mayonnaise on it. I'm not sure whether it wasn't offered or if I simply overlooked it, but I added some to the half I brought home, and it was just as delicious later. I would highly recommend the BLT on a croissant. And if you have the opportunity, ask for Josh as your server. We were told we could request him, and honestly, I would go back just for his excellent service. Another fun aspect of the experience is the atmosphere. The place feels almost like a Las Vegas venue--huge, spotless, and designed to accommodate hundreds of guests. Despite its size, the service was outstanding. We even shared a few laughs with the dessert server. Speaking of desserts, you should see them--they're enormous! So, stop by the hardware store, enjoy a meal at the restaurant, ask for Josh, and save room for dessert. I highly recommend the entire experience and can't wait to go back!

First timers and we LOVED it! Last time we went to the market, we saw a line around the corner to…read moreget in to this restaurant! 15 mins later, we walked by again and everyone was seated and later telling us great things when we finished our shopping and they were exiting the restaurant! We made a note to come hungry next time, so we did! Yesterday, we went! We got sat right away and our waiter Gavin immediately approached us asking what we'd like to drink. We expressed we are first timers and what are they best known for on their menu? He gave us fabulous suggestions! He provided Excellent service, like truly excellent! You'd think we were at a five star restaurant! He even let us in on a little secret! Ask for a little side of vanilla ice cream to go with their most amazing sweet potato casserole! Minds were blown! I love trying new foods, so we definitely got to explore the menu and try delicious items! The rice in gravy, broccoli salad, and some of their seasonal specials! We LOVED it! We will definitely be back now that we know the restaurant we will always go to when we go to Hartville! I'm sure the rest of their staff is great, but I will definitely be asking for Gavin each and every time we go! (Btw, my better half has a lot of experience in restaurants and was asking about the culture there... Gavin had nothing but GREAT things to say and how much he truly loves working there - it shows! Thank you, Gavin for such a great dining experience!) My only regret is we had no idea that we'd love the experience so much that we'd want to write a review, and ate the food so fast, we never took pictures!