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    The Pickle Back

    4.2 (25 reviews)
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    Fries Chicken sandwich (regrettably made with fake chicken tenders).
    Steve C.

    Got off the interstate and stopped in here from the Yelp ratings. This is a fairly large restaurant/bar, I would really deem it a local, divey bar. Very noisy from the arcade/gambling game machines in the back. Had one server who also doubled as the bartender. Despite this she was nice and efficient. Unfortnately, the food just fell way short. My wife ordered the chicken tenders and she said that they were the worst she had ever eaten (actually she couldn't eat much of them). They were not real chicken, but ground up parts (think McD chicken nuggets). They broke apart vs one tearing them apart. She also said that the side of ranch was nasty. I had the fried chicken sandwich and much to my dismay it was assembled with the same fake chicken tenders. The waffle fries were good though. Very disappointed with the food quality.

    Fried Pickle Wraps

    Delicious food & great service. I got the fried pickle wraps and the train wreck. Both were great choices! Their fries are delicious. It was our first time there. Our friend group has been trying new places and this was recommended in a Facebook group!

    Great people (Workers ) everyone is so friendly and they bust their butts to keep you happy Food is good and with a good selection

    Pickle Back Burger and the 16th Avenue Fried
    Christie H.

    Whoaaaaaaa Nelly! This place is pretty great! Stopped in on a Friday for lunch. I ordered the Pickle Back Burger. The service was quick and the burger was perfect! The bun comes out buttered and just a little crispy And they have this Pickle Slaw that is incredible!!! I'll definitely be back to try some other tasty menu selections.

    Jameson Irish whiskey and pickle juice make an unlikely, but excellent combination.

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    Has burgers, Waffle fries and onion rings.... All were so delicious! Pricing was great as well....would definitely come back!

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    Our waitress was amazing and so understanding! Food was fast and delicious! First time here and definitely not the last!

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    Good food, but not busy at all. I don't know that we would go out of our way to attend again.

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    The staff is amazing and they have great prices! I am a fan of the pickle wraps and pickle backs!

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