Although I don't personally qualify for VFW membership, military service runs deep in my family. My grandfather served in the Navy during World War I, my father served in the Army during the Korean War, and my ex-husband served in the Navy during the Libya, Beirut, and Grenada conflicts. I have also been a member of the Mechanicsburg American Legion Post 109 Ladies Auxiliary for more than 30 years.
I've been fortunate to visit Lower Allen VFW Post 7530 as a guest twice in the past month to hear my favorite band, Down to Earth, perform, and I have been very impressed with this Post.
I have eaten in some wonderful places over the years, including the Waldorf Astoria and the Beaver Club in Ottawa, Canada, and I can honestly say that this club is extremely well run. The gentleman who signs guests in is always polite, welcoming, and respectful. When I've called ahead to reserve a table, they have been very accommodating, which I especially appreciate because I videotape performances for the band and need a table where I can do that without interfering with anyone else.
The facility itself is very well set up for live entertainment. The stage is spacious and accommodating, and the dance floor is nice and large, with plenty of room for a big crowd of dancers without everyone feeling cramped.
The food has been consistently very good and very reasonably priced. The service is excellent, and the waitstaff works incredibly hard. When the band plays, they can suddenly be hit with a huge crowd all at once, yet somehow the food still comes out attractively presented, warm, and tasting great. That is no small accomplishment!
I was even moved to donate a pair of my gently used eyeglasses to the Post, which speaks to the sense of community and goodwill I've felt during my visits.
Between the welcoming atmosphere, courteous staff, excellent service, good food, reasonable prices, spacious dance floor, live entertainment, and the way this Post is operated, I am very happy to give Lower Allen VFW Post 7530 five stars. I look forward to visiting again! read more