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Brother Tuckers
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Music:
- Juke Box
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Thu, Sat
- Happy Hour:
- No
- Alcohol:
- Beer & Wine Only
- Smoking:
- Outdoor Area/ Patio Only
- Coat Check:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Good For Dancing:
- No
- Ambience:
- Casual
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
34 reviews for Brother Tuckers
Review Highlights
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"And the beer selection is off the wall." In 12 reviews -
"The turkey meatballs are soooo good." In 5 reviews -
"...the turkey meatballs with sweet marinara sauce and a glass..." In 2 reviews
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34 reviews in English
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Review from jonathan f.
Hermitage, TN
12/29/2010
What can I say, I have a slight buzz while I am posting this.
I had just ventured out on a GREAT vacation for my 30th birthday which included countries such as Belgium, Czech and Germany and I finally learned what good bear tasted like.
I've been going to beer marts and other things to sample and see what I like. So I finally gained some decent beer knowledge and from other reviews I decided to stroll into here.
What can I say - they are extremely knowledgeable about their beers and went as bar to have a book to help me learn about the beers and tastes I liked. Dare I say they held my hand to help me understand my tastes but I was most pleased and buzzed with what I learned.
I do have to give this place a full 5-stars and I am lucky that this place is within biking distance to where I live because I see myself coming here more often. It is a hidden gem and you wouldn't think twice driving past it but I was DELIGHTED to know that it was so close to my vacation home.
A+++++ Will do service with again :) -
Review from Tracy A.
4/15/2012
We were looking for a place to have a beer with friends on Friday night. We took a peek inside at it looked more like a dinner place so after reading some reviews we tried it again last night for dinner.
The folks at Brothers will tell you they are a beer place. Heck, the menu even says that the food is an afterthought. I assure you. It's not. I had the turkey meatballs because all the reviews RAVE about them - as well they should. Delish! My hubby had the special fish tacos and they were really good too.
We were also really happy to find a Dogfish Head 75 min IPA and some Magic Hat on tap. We enjoyed them.
I also felt like this was truly a locals spot. The servers were so helpful. Even the diners were nice. We all helped a couple from the Midwest figure out where to eat and drink while on vacation. And shared a recipe with another table on the way out.
Brothers is a simple place with great beer and not a lot of fanfare. It's not the place to "see and be seen". It's a really refreshing South Florida spot If you're looking for place where you can be comfortable while enjoying great beer and good food then this is the spot! -
Review from Charles B.
Sunrise, FL
11/30/2011 1 Check-in Here
Its more like a 4 and a half , close to being perfect.
First and foremost , They have just about the most beer knowledge of any bar I have been to, thats not knocking any of the other bars I frequent ,its just that they are that good.If you are not sure what to get they make recommendations that are spot on.They are really passionate about what they serve and its funny that I read someones review about them ( was where they commented how good the owner/waiter was ) and its the same assumption I made that some one who is so into what they do that they have to be the owner . Big ups to Ian , who I thought was the owner my 1st time there.
2. The food is A Maze ing!!!!!! Everything i have eaten here is top notch ,Great burgers , Turkey meatballs melt in your mouth, awesome pasta salad, only bad part is they stopped doing specials which were crazy good, exciting and a delight to your taste buds.
3. really good selection of Belgian beers which happen to be my faves. this is where they lose that half a star though...Their prices for beer are a little on the high side and its hard to complain (you do have to pay for quality) but It hurts your wallet a little getting a $100 check for 2 dinners and 2 beers each ...ok maybe 3 beers each.....ok 4 ,but just for me .
Do yourself a favor , go check out Bro tucks. -
Review from Karly C.
Deerfield Beach, FL
2/22/2012
Great place for beer. This is one of my favorite places in pompano area. Has a smaller menu (which i like), the turkey meatballs are fantastic and the jerk chicken tacos are great if your looking for something with a kick. Ask they bar tender what to have, they always have new beers and hard to find ones in stock. He'll make sure you get the best one to go with your meal.
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Review from Marqus R.
7/26/2011 4 photos
I found Brother Tuckers to be a gem of a little, sort of hole in the all place. The theme of the place is clearly that of a Belgium Bistro, and it certainly measures up to being just that. The assortment of beer and ales are total and complete. The service is good and I found the food, which is basically a bistro type of food, to be superbly prepared and, for the most part, what I would actually expect in a Belgium bistro. Though the menu is not that extensive it is well rounded, thought out and organized.
It's a great place, generally free of tourists, to have a good meal and pleasant conversation. Because it is small, something like only 9 or 10 tables and about six bar seats, it doesn't get too noisy; at least it hasn't been at the times I have been there.
The meal with Belgium beer seems a little pricey at first but thinking about what they are serving, the cost and quality of a Belgium beer as opposed to what is served elsewhere, it is actually very reasonable.
It's really very nice to have a place like Bother Tuckers on the beachside. -
Review from Kevin L.
Miami, FL
2/13/2012
What a surprise! It don't look like much and you may be overwhelmed by the beer list but, damn this place is good. You won't believe the beer this place has, some are a little pricey, but we had a good time going down the list each time we ordered. What is even more amazing is the food. Really didn't expect it. You get the feeling it's a beer joint that just happens to have food. True! But the food is so damn good. The turkey meatballs alone will have you coming back.
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Review from Tiffany N.
Denver, CO
5/28/2011 2 photos
Two words: Who knew??
I'm originally from SoFla and came back to visit earlier this month. One of my friends suggested this place for dinner and I had to a search of what it was (on the Yelp of course) to see what it was about. This joint is cozy with about seven to eight tables. However to counter that, their beer selection makes up for the lack of seating. Their menu isn't too extensive but just enough items for you to make up your mind and feel confident about your decision. Wait staff was helpful and didn't check back too often that you got the vibe they were trying to turn the table.
I liked the funkiness of having to walk through the kitchen to enter the dining area or you could be normal and walk through the front door right off Atlantic. I imagine this would be a good place for a date, intimate, dark and full of beer! -
Review from Greg B.
5/21/2011
This place takes pride in its beer. Searching for good "Beer Joints," I Yelped and this establishment showed up at the top of the list. Some of my co-workers (who like trying different types of beer) and I ventured here on a Friday after work.
I ordered a couple of German Beers, Tucher Bräu and Weihenstephan Beer, which were both on tap. Nice! They have a large assortment of domestic and imported beers, some of which are simply hard to find elsewhere.
I noticed that other reviewers classified this place as a "dive" bar, and while that may be a fair assessment, I would also add that it's a trendy little place with a jukebox, where you can enjoy good beer and good conversation.
The food menu is very diverse and it is my understanding that they change the menu frequently. You can't really classify the menu. However, they do serve the food in very large portions. When at a beer joint, I love spicy foods, and so I ordered a chicken burrito with black beans and rice. It was good and dare I say ... slightly above average?
It's a good place to begin the evening. The staff was very friendly and the service was solid. We explained that we had Yelped this place and that we were first-timers. We parked in the back parking lot and the friendly waitress pointed out that we could cut through the back hallway instead of walking all the way around a series of buildings. Good tip for our next visit ... and there will be a next visit.Listed in: Best beer joints
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Review from Laura K.
Miami, FL
10/3/2011
This place is actually quite amazing, to say the least.
The owner/waiter really knew his beers and made excellent recommendations based on what each person in our group liked.
The food was awesome as well. We had the spanish paella soup, fish tacos and the tortured soul nachos. All of it left us ready for more, except that we were so full from the amazing beer.
Would definitely recommend and will absolutely be going back...very soon! -
Review from Arturo M.
Seattle, WA
12/5/2010
Great beers, great food, but for me, a bit pricey, and therefore 4 instead of 5 stars.
I mean, the burger was $15. It was a great burger, don't get me wrong, but $15? Come on. -
Review from Nick S.
Salem, MA
12/20/2010
Found this place using Yelp. We walked by it more than once not even noticing it. The inside has very hole in the wall feel and is pretty small.
The food was pretty good (huge portions) but the beer selection was amazing. The beer menu was easily four times the size of the food menu, which is fine by me. They has a great Hefeweiss on tap when I went there and even a few Trappist ales. I'd definitely stop by again for a drink! -
Review from Willie M.
Seattle, WA
7/23/2010
I was expecting the normal sports bar atmosphere that is so prevalent in South Florida - instead it was much closer to an indoor bier garden.
The selection of beers was phenomenal - another rarity for South Florida. I had an absolutely delicious Southern Tier Mokah Stout that made my night.
Our server couldn't have been nicer and when we told him we just needed something to snack on. Despite arriving late and being told the kitchen was running low on food, he brought a huge plate of nachos covered in chili, tomatoes, lettuce, jalapenos, and cheese. Nothing fancy, but really tasty and the toppings all tasted very fresh - not canned. We cleaned the plate.
A common problem in bars down here is that it's overly smoky and the shitty music is too loud - not at Brother Tuckers. No smoking inside and the music selection was as pleasurable as it was eclectic...from Meatloaf to Modest Mouse to RATM...and never too loud to hear the rest of our table talking in normal tones.
I understand why all the reviews so far are five stars. I'll be making plenty of return visits here. -
Review from Brian P.
Houston, TX
8/5/2010
I use Yelp all the time to find hidden gems, but I had my doubts on this one. Could a hole-in-the-wall gastropub actually live up to the five-star billing?
Once I actually found it - it's sort of hidden in the strip center by a few other places with bigger signs - I walked into what seemed like someone's dining room. The waitstaff acted as if it was their own place.
These people know their beers. My waitress shared that she was about to move to Austin, TX to work for a beer co-op. She was passionate about it and had great suggestions. Being the summer, I was in the mood for a hefeweizen and they had a Weihenstephaner on draft. This is considered one of the greatest beers in the world and is hard to find, but they had it on draft. It was easily worth the $7.50 (the standard price for most 20 oz drafts and 16.9 oz bottles) and was served in a chilled glass made specifically to enjoy it. I had a second as well.
I went with the turkey meatballs in a sweet marinara sauce and they were very good. It was simple homecooked food that you could tell they actually cared about. Though the menu is limited, they have quite a few daily specials that apparently depend on what they find at the market that morning. I had a green chile soup that was not on the menu that was very good.
I went on a Friday and there was a decent crowd, but still plenty of room. It's not a high brow place. Everybody was very down to earth and more than willing to explain all the different beers to you. I saw several other tables with quite a few questions and all looked satisfied when they received their glasses. This might be my new favorite place in South Florida. -
Review from Anthony K.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
3/4/2011
Overpriced and underwhelmed :
I've heard alot of good things but here's my take :
I tried to come here at least three times but they were always closed. So I recommend calling to see if they are actually open.
The staff does a good job and that's about the only good thing about this place.
The beer : being a beer centric place I would have expected appropriate glassware, but ended up getting a very wide, mason jar - esque super sized chilled mug straight from the freezer with ice attatched. Scuse, but I didn't order ice with my beer ? And for that matter, 7.50 for a pint of stone pale ale ? No thanks.
This place does their food better than their beer, but for that matter a sandwich and side salad didn't find worth the value.
I will not be back. There are better places for better prices. -
Review from Natalie G.
Pompano Beach, FL
9/7/2010
I just recently moved to S. Florida and was googling for some places with good beer in the area and I came across this restaurant on yelp. I was stoked to visit Brother Tuckers after the first few reviews I read.
We drove past it like 4 times because it's really hard to see, so if you do decide to visit, keep your eyes peeled! That didn't bother us though, we love a good chase.
The beer selection was good only if you like Belgian beers. This place specializes in belgian beer, nothing else. Apparently, Belgians brew their beers with more sugar than most, so I found the two I tried to be more like dessert and less like what I was looking for. They were also all really expensive, which I have found at other places as well with Belgian beers.
Onto the food. The food menu was EXPENSIVE. Even the nachos were over 10 bucks which I found to be way too spendy. I got a Jamaican Rum fish sandwich, which was decent at first but a little fishy. On the side, I got their pasta salad. It was PHENOMENAL! If there was ever a reason to go back, it would be for that and nothing else.
All in all, I was disappointed with the place, and for just my boyfriend and I, who usually run up a tab of a maximum of $50 bucks (and we are big drinkers), this place cost us $70. And I didn't feel it was well spent. -
Review from Sinthya Z.
Deerfield Beach, FL
9/15/2009
Thank you Brother T for offering up such quality and knowledge of beer! What a gem amongst a sea of bland tasting sports bars that dominate the scene. Excellent beers and Ian who co owns and runs the place is happy to tell you everything about anything on the menu! And the food is actually pretty fantastic! Their daily specials are usually the best on the menu.
I agree that the atmosphere isn't all it can be, perhaps they should open up the space an incorporate they're little outdoor area? Either way if you're a serious beer connoisseur this is the place for you. They even carry.....omg......Gluten Free Beer!!!!!!!! -
Review from Jessica H.
Coconut Creek, FL
4/29/2009
This place is a strange little Jem, usually half full and not much for atmosphere.
But MAN they can cook! And the beer selection is off the wall. MUST for Beer buffs, there are hundreds of import bottles to try and about 6 draft specials to select from. And a draft beer will only run you $6-$7
I can't really describe the food except to say it's comfort dishes that had a flavor nuke dropped on them. Corny, I know, but you have to taste to understand. It's all good, so try anything.Listed in: The Places I Go Out
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Review from Jimmi L.
Hallandale, FL
9/24/2011
Good Beer Selection.
Food is Ok at best.
Service, well here is where it Sucks!
Took a seat at a table. Place was sort of full.
Decided to grab a bite.. Menu looked decent
Ordered a beer and a water. Nope dont have Bottled water.
A little while later got The Beer that was ordered.
Food came out. Guess the cook was in a rush to close.
Kinda Bla. But when your hungry it will do.
Asked waitress this time for a bottle or glass of water.
She says Ok! ................................................
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.waiting on check/water/ something?........................................ .............
.................................................. .................Finally have to go to the bar and ask for the check and still nothing from the waitress. Maybe i should have left her a bill for the time sitting and waiting! Went to the little store a couple of spaces over and finally got something to drink!
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Review from Sarah E.
Pompano Beach, FL
8/6/2010
Another low key spot that only locals know about.. An absolutely great find - especially for beer lovers! The location is not great but the interior is actually very nice; pub style.. They don't have the biggest food variety but everything on the menu is rather tasty!
My recommendations are: Holy Smokes dish which is a colorful dish of smoked salmon, grilled portobello mushroom, goat cheese & chicken/apple sausage.. Quite fun to eat as you can mix & match..
Their tuna sandwich & BBQ pork sandwich both are delish!
Only thing is - this place is closed on on weekdays! -
Review from Elaine K.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
5/24/2010
Love this place.
Fantastic beer selection.
Get the Holy Smokes plate.
Seriously, stop reading this and go. -
Review from janice a.
Rochester, NY
1/16/2010 1 Check-in Here
Amazing. You don't need the details, just go and eat and be the happiest food can make you. Ok, the details: we had two of the specials, a tuna sandwich that was better than any tuna I've ever had and meatloaf that my husband described as better than you could ever imagine meatloaf to be. The bun was perfect, the pasta salad was perfect, the mashed potatoes were perfect, the baby asparagus was perfect, even the pickle was perfect.
Oh, and the beer selection was mind boggling (4 bizarre selections on tap and a whole buncha interesting bottles I can't pronounce). -
Review from Monika K.
6/2/2010 1 photo
My brother from another mother! you know whats up!!
a lil intimidating at first bc they don't have a typical bar set up, but tables u sit at and enjoy your brews with the company you keep. the servers/bartenders are very knowledgeable and passionate about their beers...great selections to venture out and try new tastes....wish they had some little snacks or apps you could order to munch on with your beers...def will be back -
Review from Dan i. C.
You know you like a place when you buy a T-Shirt to the establishment on your first visit:) This is the mom and pop version of The World of Beer. A unique Beer Joint with great service ( thanks Ian), good jukebox, and an interesting food menu.
I had several Export 33 beers from Vietnam. Tasty beer served with a chilled glass, pure heaven.
Now I didn't eat because I had dinner plans, but the menu looked very intriguing. I saw some people eating, but I couldn't get a peek at how the food was presented without looking like I was some sort of Stalker. lol. One item that caught my eye was the Burg-A-Tory. $14 gets you a seasoned beef patty or chicken breast char grilled topped with jalapeno slices splashed with hot sauce and warmed underneath melted pepper jack cheese served on " our daily bread" topped with a spicy salsa. To me this F'ing thing sounds awesome. I love heat and my server, Ian said the food portions are big enough to share. That burger will be on my wish list next time I roll to this Belgian Beer Cafe.
There isn't much to Brother Tuckers (see pic), but I like the vibe and if I lived closer I know I would be a regular. Remember to tell them Dan sent you and Stay Hungry! -
Review from Diego M.
Chicago, IL
This place is amazing! I found it on Yelp! a few months ago and it has become my Saturday night spot. The beer selection is awesome and the food...Unreal!
I read all previous reviews and I must say, this place deserves a 5 star rating!
Try the turkey meatballs with sweet marinara sauce and a glass of IPA. It will NOT disappoint you! -
Review from Paully D.
Pompano Beach, FL
6/27/2011
Great specials and beer selection. The cook knows what's up. Be careful because some dishes can be really spicy hot. The reason I give it four stars is because they are only open wednesday-Saturday and the prices are creeping up. Expect to pay btw 7.50 and 12 dollars for a 12 ounce glass of draft brew and parking sucks. Nonetheless the restaurant in in my top 3 in pompano and will continue to go every week
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Review from T L.
Broward, FL
1/8/2011 3 Check-ins Here
My favorite hole in the wall! The beer is delicious! My bf doesn't normally like beer, but he loves the beer here!! I recommend the apple beer and definitly the weihenstephan (sp?) on tap!! The turkey meatballs are soooo good! The specials are to die for-- I've tried a reuban stuffed meatloaf sandwich, sweet and sour seabass, among other amazing creations!!! Also, the special soups are soooo good-- ceviche soup, chilled pumpkin, seabass chowder, and sooo many more!! The specials change weekly! All 5 star!! The staff is great here too! This place might seem pricy to some, but it's worth it!!!! A true hidden gem!!!!
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Review from Brandy M.
Key West, FL
10/11/2010
I love this place. The food is amazing! The beer is even more amazing. Staff is Amazing. The beer selection is great if youre looking for something that is not crap beer. The apple ale is really good, and the draft taste great and always a good random selection. No indoor smoking which is a plus, but if you do smoke there is outside seating.
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Review from rachel m.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
6/27/2008
this place just simply rulz... becoming my favorite beer cafe in broward.
it all began one evening when my boyf and i finally went to check it out after passing it on atlantic the past few months, saying "i wonder what that place is like?!" "i bet its awesome!"
and awesome it is.
don't let the little to zero crowd fool you.
or the fact that they have the one TV tuned to the latest sports playoffs.
just dig...
cozy up to a table of your liking in the dimly lit brown/yellow light, giggle at the fake brick and artistic paintings (teehee) and examine the healthy beer list scribbled in chalk above the half-mirrored wall or printed on their menu.
ask about their on tap too!
talk to the bartender if you have no clue!
buy some tunes on the juke!
drink 3 strong ones and wish you had a ride home!
seriously, a magical little bar with a friendly crew and the best of european beers for youuuu....
(they sell t-shirts) !
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Review from M. S.
Miami, FL
7/14/2010
How often can you find a place on yelp that has so many reviews ALL with FIVE STARS?!?!!?
This place totally deserves it!
The staff is great and the food is awesome (seriously, really good), I had homemade turkey meatballs on red sauce with this delicious crispy panini bread that had melted cheese on it. Seriously, here.
I know I'm forgetting something... Oh yea, the CRAP LOAD of beer they carry!!! If you're a beer buff, then you will love the tons of beer they have from all over the world.
By the way, this place is not that big and I went last Friday night for the first time and it wasn't busy at all. Weird, if I lived in Ft. Lauderdale, I would be there every weekend!
So, right now I'm probably doing them a favor by telling you all about this and I'm going to hate myself for this because I hate crowded places. You know what, I changed my mind, DON'T GO! They have one beer (bud light) and one meatball (soy). I want this place to myself! -
Review from Melisa L.
Pompano Beach, FL
5/1/2010
The reviews of this place were awesome, so I told my husband we had to try it (I didn't have to do a lot of convincing-it is a beer cafe after all)! We were given samples of the draft beers to try, since neither of us knew what we wanted. We both went with Golden Pheasant, which is a Czech beer--awesome! All of their draft beers are served in their own type of mug-which again, awesome! We were both there to eat, since the food was rated well too. My husband went with the burger-which I have to say was damn good. I went with the pizza-which had clams on it--very tasty. Very good bar food. We both loved the atmosphere of Brother Tuckers. Definitely not a tourist hangout! Can't wait to go back and try the other offerings!
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Review from Jamie H.
Bloomington, IL
5/20/2010
WOW -- this place is fantastic. When I first walked in I have to say I was a little concerned. It's small, about 10 tables, with a bar that has all of 5 stools. I'm glad I gave this place a chance. The beer selection is amazing. The bartender was very knowledgeable and recommended a great beer. The menu is limited. They also have a variety of daily specials. I had the Burg-a-Tory. Simply outstanding. The beef patty is definitely not some frozen hunk of garbage and it tastes like they cooked it on a char-grill in the backyard. The patty comes with pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, jalapeno pepper slices, and spicy salsa all atop their day bread. This burger makes my top 3 burgers of all time. It was AWESOME. Not sure if I would want to hang out here, but you can't beat it for burgers and beers.
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Review from M D.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
2/5/2011
You can never go wrong ordering any item on the menu. Everything is delicious. Be it the menu favorites or the specials. You could order with your eyes shut and still be impressed. The beers are excellent. It is not cheap here, but the food is certainly worth the trip. If you ever see the Tuna Tataki burger on the specials, order it, you will not regret it. I tried it once and I never got to have it again, because specials here are, well, specials. I rarely see the same thing twice on my visits. The soup specials are usually very rustic and satisfying as well, get a bowl and some bread and its a meal on its own. Gourmet tasting food in a non pretentious environment!
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Review from Mitch A.
5/17/2007 1 photo
An amazing find in sunny Pompano Beach, Florida. About a block or two from the beach in a small strip mall is this little bar without the tourists that usually look for the "Tiki" bars in this area. They serve up classic Belgian beers on tap and in the bottle as well as some German beers and American micro-brews. They even have every original glass that the beer should be served in. I was very impressed. We ordered all different ones and tried various beers until we couldn't see straight. We had a lot of fun, although we were the only ones there on a Friday night. They owners are from Pennsylvania and they are very knowledgeable about the beer. They also gave us free quarters for the Jukebox to play songs, although the jukebox needs to be updated with some cooler music. Highly recommended if you're in the area and enjoy good beer. I didn't eat the food there since we just came from dinner.
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Review from Johanna L.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
6/28/2010
Unassuming hole in the wall with fabulous beer selection for the true snob. Servers are knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Dinner selections always impress; large quantities of homemade fare. I love the big, substantial salad and the savory turkey meatball. Also try the quesadilla. Atmosphere is reminiscent of someone's basement rec room, but that just makes it all the more un-South Florida and therefore charming.
