I'd eat it if I were here, but I wouldn't send you

An adequate meal with no major flaws, but no clear reason to recommend it. Acceptable if you’re already there; not a destination.

I'D EAT IT IF I WAS HERE

The Stray Gourmet

1/13/20261 min read

Not A Destination

Adequate but not memorable.

This visit fell squarely into the middle ground: nothing was bad, but nothing stood out. The food was acceptable, service was pleasant, and the basics were covered — clean space, cold drinks, easy parking. At this price point, though, I look for at least one thing a restaurant does better than my own kitchen, especially for the cost. I didn’t find it here. I’d eat it if I were already there, but it’s not a place I’d send someone out of their way to visit.

Ate like a placeholder

Inside

  • Brunch visit, not busy

  • Food wasn’t bad, but lacked focus

  • Food was serviceable, not memorable

  • Drinks arrived cold

  • Staff was pleasant

  • Restroom was clean

  • Parking was easy

  • We didn’t stay for another round

  • Ended up spending the afternoon elsewhere

Verdict: I’d Eat It If I Were Here
Fine if you’re already seated; not somewhere I’d send someone out of their way to visit.

Stray Notes: Attempted Brunch