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The Trough

3.5 (83 reviews)
ModerateBars, American
Open • 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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THE TROUGH ATMOSPHERE

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Divey
Casual
Moderate noise
DJ

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Deanna H.

Great place to escape the heat & play some pool. Waitresses & regulars are friendly, even to "outsiders". Definitely one of my favorite dive bars in AJ.

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Reviews are mixed. Many mention the friendly service, casual atmosphere, and live music and entertainment. Drinks are affordable and food is often praised.

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Our first time was great fun. Very busy. Great dancing music. It was burger night & they were great.

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Love this place. Reasonable drinks and excellent food. If you sit out back there's a great view of superstition mountain.

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Nice place for music, pool, and drinks. Laid back atmosphere and excellent service. Food is good, with great portioning.

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My god, I hope the cook doesn't use the bathroom because you can smell it from the parking lot! Use it if you can hold your breath!

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They should fix the smell in the bathroom. It smells like piss other than that it's a fun bar with good music.

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This is a fun locals bar. Play pool,dance and Kareoke with Jazz.

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“I dont get to go as much now due to living chandler but when I can I do :) good food and cheap drinks.”

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This location is situated in a plaza with other businesses, but ample parking on a Sunday early…read moreevening. Immediately upon entering, we were greeted and advised to find a seat where we'd like. Their layout is typical of a sports bar with the usual decor, but loved having both high and low top seats as some only have high top/bar seating. Our server Nicole was super friendly and offered suggestions as it was my boyfriend's first time to a Mr Brews. I had been to another location in Mesa, so we decided to stop at this one to satisfy our burger craving as I liked their ranch dressing previously. What We Ordered: ~ Beef Sliders: My boyfriend remarked the meat was pretty bland, and lacked seasoning. Still enjoyable, but nothing standout flavor wise. ~ Build Your Own Burger (lettuce, tomato, cheddar cheese, fried egg +$2, and red pepper aioli +$.99 on the side): The aioli was a miss entirely, and I'm so glad our server suggested getting on the side. Besides that, I really enjoyed my burger and fries. Great they offer a way to create your own, because when dining out, there isn't always one that includes everything you'd want. ~ Moose Drool Brown Ale: My boyfriend really enjoyed, but not a fan personally. I prefer either a Stout/Porter or a Sour. ~ Coke: A classic with a burger! Overall, a fairly solid burger though nothing truly spectacular. A great choice if local, and I will say the chain of restaurants makes amazing cheese curds. We almost got this visit, but had smaller appetites.

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I came here for their Restaurant week special after floating the Salt River with my Wife…read more The first word is WOW We both got the $55 (3-course) meal and we decided to get different things to try everything we could. I got: Brie bites Sea bass entree Pumpkin crème brulee dessert My wife got: Crab cake Short rib entree Pumpkin crème brûlée dessert Rich was our server and he was very prompt and attentive. We didn't have to wait long for food, drinks or our check/to go boxes. We got the non alcoholic drink with prickly pear and pineapple- fantastic mocktail recipe! It reminded me of a perfect refreshing drink for end of summer, beginning of fall. Smooth and subtle pineapple. I have to be honest the sea bass was probably the best sea bass I have tried. 100/10 so flavorful and adding a squeeze of lemon was a hit! I would definitely some back here. Even the bread sticks they serve with the table waters are yummy garlicky and soft and warm. I expected a lot more "patriotic style" American restaurant decor but it is tasteful and tasty!

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