The building used to be Cuppies and Joe (good place, sad it's gone) and the remodel on the inside is amazing - it's so open and friendly. And dark - but that's how pubs are in America, dark, dim, gloomy.
The furniture is comfy, which is a nice change from those awful narrow back breaking chairs that seem to be trending. I loved the teal velvet chairs we sat in.
The menu is limited - hot dogs and fries - but they are delicious. The bread is a toasted potato bread bun, that is well toasted and yummy. The hot dog is large and the toppings generous.
I got the Uptown, which has sauerkraut and German mustard on it and garnished with bacon bits. It was so large I kind of wanted a fork and knife to eat it. The mustard was delicious, the kraut mild and supportive. It was also so large I could not finish it. But it was delicious.
The fries came out so hot and fresh, well seasoned and crispy. I don't usually like crinkle cut fries, but these - these rank right up there with Steak and Shake's thin and cripsy shoestring fries that I adore.
My companion had the House Dog: a giant hot dog wrapped in bacon, on a different style of bun than the potato bun I had, and topped with grilled onions and peppers, mustard, pickles, and house sauce, which they said had a bit of bite to it and recommended I not get the house sauce. It, too, was garnished with bacon bits.
There are several other dogs I'd like to try, the coney and the philly steak, so I expect we'll be returning.
The lovely barista was also the wait staff, and she was delightful. Prompt, helpful, and very kind. We felt comfortable there even though neither of us drank anything alcoholic. There are lots of pubs and bars that make you feel weird for not ordering something alcoholic, but I want a place to visit for the food and the chance to visit with friends without the pressure of boozing it up.
Mucker's may be that place - charming, well-appointed, friendly, and great hot dogs. read more