It's "The Wife" again making my second appearance on stugglinghomebrewer.com. I guess my first review for Hans & Franz got some heated debates going. So, just to prove to "Resident" (a.k.a. OWNER of that establishment, Addy Sulley) that I am a good person and I can actually give someone a positive review (when it is well-deserved), I would like to say a few words about the Carolina Ale House.
Since March of 2011 (before we had even lived here permanently) we have been frequenting Carolina Ale House on many of our trips to Downtown Greenville. One thing we've noticed around these parts is that it is difficult to find a good sports bar. This place does not disappoint! From just about anywhere on Main Street you can see the "rooftop bar" with folks enjoying a cold one or some food from a second-story outdoor area. That is what enticed us to check the place out initially. On a sunny day they will have the windows/roof wide open so people can enjoy the weather. If it is colder or raining though, they have you covered up there too...literally. All of the mechanisms can close up and keep you protected from the elements. Complete with a huge central bar, high-top tables and plenty of big-screens, the "rooftop bar" is a fun place to hang out. If you don't want to make the trek up all of those stairs, they do have an elevator. Or, you could just enjoy the same outdoor ambiance from the atrium seating area on the main level. For those who want a little more shelter, they have a huge dining area inside on the main level: half decorated with Gamecock memorabilia and half with Clemson. They do throw a little Furman into the mix as well for all of you FU fans. Just as with the "rooftop bar" the main level is home to a huge central bar and plenty of big screens.
Sometimes the food at a sports bar can be questionable as they cater more to the beer guzzling football fans and not anyone else. Not so with the Carolina Ale House. You see people and families (yes, they have high-chairs!) with all backgrounds and at all stages of life. And everyone is having a good time and enjoying good food. We always start with an order of their Fried Pickles. Not sure what it is about them but they are amazing. I think there might be a hint of cornmeal in the batter and served with ranch dressing...you just can't go wrong! My favorite entree so far is the Blackened Tuna Steak Sandwich. Yes...I just said that a sports bar serves Tuna Steak. And it is fantastic! My husband, your usually blogger, has a thing for the Boom Boom Shrimp Wrap. We have enjoyed several entrees though including salads, sandwiches, burgers and wings. None have been a disappointment. Their kids menu has a good selection and all entrees there will set you back only $3.99. That is insane value...especially if your kids are anything like mine and peck at their food like chickens in a coop. If you have recently purchased a meal for your child anywhere else, you know that these days you are paying up to $8 for your kid to eat (or peck) in some cases! You do have to shell out an extra buck if they want a soda, but hey, water is always free! I like that they give you a choice on sides also (fries, Jell-O, veggies or applesauce).
So the place is cool, appeals to the masses, has a good beer selection (can't believe I didn't mention that until now!!!), great service and fantastic food. The only think I can think that would make me any happier with this place is if they would start serving Sweet Potato Fries. But that is just a personal preference. If you are looking for a fun and casual spot in Downtown Greenville, you owe it to yourself to check this place out.
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