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Obal's Inn

4.1 (89 reviews)
ModerateBarbeque, Pubs
Open • 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
Updated 2 months ago

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Divey
Casual
Juke Box
Moderate noise

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Angela L.

Went here on Thursday for trivia night and was very impressed. The place has great food and service. We were greeted upon entrance and sat less then 5 minutes later. Good advice if you plan to come on a Thursday is to go by 7PM to be able to get a table. We had the onion tower which was very good and tasty. The mac and cheese bites were served with ranch and too perfection! Not to cheesy and just the right crunch. The nachos were very filling and tasty however a bit over salted. I asked for a mai tai but they offered me a road runner which was just as tasty and sweet. I'm a sweet cocktail type of girl so it worked. I def would come again.

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Ebony J.

Obals is the true definition of a town bar. They have a jukebox you can play music on which is always a good time. The ribs were great. I prefer more of a dry rub but they were solid. The fries are amazing. Fresh cut. I also have had the hot dog which is good as well. The onion rings are also very good. They always have a cider on tap which is always important for me. The bartenders are always really nice and attentive.

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2 months ago

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Obal I.

Thanks, David. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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3 months ago

Good food cold beer friendly service early happy hour weekday starts at 2:00 till 5:00

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Jessica was extremely rude on a Sunday afternoon. She only seems to serve friends and family. Not a good experience.

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Best hole in the wall pub! Heavy pours and good food at great prices. My go-to place for a good time in a no frills, chill atmosphere.

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Great food, great service, great vibe. Classic. Thick burgers and fried fries. Beer. Lots of seating

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What a magnificent, old school dive bar. Fantastic food, great beer, wonderful staff, perfect atmosphere. Highly recommended!

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