How do you know, unless you open the door?
Casey Rislov
We keep saying we need to try new places. Trouble is we get so used to our usual haunts it’s difficult to branch out. We get stuck in a rut, going to the same old, same old. Hard to give up places where you know the food is good for an unknown entity.
But we’re trying that this week.
Monday it was Hog Wild and today was The Sloop.
https://thesloopgulfshores.com/
The Sloop Galley and Spirits began as an idea from two local restauranteurs with over 40 years of restaurant experience. The location and timing came together in the summer of 2019. The Sloop prides itself on fresh quality foods made in house and exceptional service. One of the partners, James Gallen, from the Philadelphia area decided to incorporate original Philly cheesesteaks on the menus as they are not offered in the south. The other partner, BR Mock, decorated the establishment with authentic sailing tools, pictures, and memorabilia from his days sailing.
https://www.thesloop.biz/our-story
So off we went. With our friends from Minnesota.
I read online that The Sloop is loved by locals! They flock there for delicious food, great bartenders, and a chill atmosphere. That’s a good sign.
Unbelievable what happened in the parking lot. Got out of the car and at the same time three guys out of their truck saying to Richard. “Is that license plate from Prince Edward Island?” (Yes.) “Every year we go tuna fishing in Souris. PEI is so beautiful. When flying in it looks like a patchwork quilt.” So true. My thoughts exactly. Small world isn’t it. Certainly never expected this today.
Continuing with The Sloop.
The place was packed. Guess it is loved by both locals and visitors.
The Sloop is small inside but if the weather had been nicer theres a great outside eating area.
Unique spot. Rustic. And it is a sports bar. Lots of TVs.
Inside:
Outside:
Folk Art:
Great service. Nice to not feel rushed even though they were packed.
Our meals:
Sausage and Peppers: She loved it.
Saucy Meatball: He loved it. Just difficult to eat. But meatball sandwiches usually are.
Nachos: They were ok. The queso (melted cheese and chili peppers) poured over the tortilla chips made a lot of them soggy. I wasn’t a fan of the ground chicken topping either. I usually have mine meatless.
Sizzlin’ Shrimp: He looooooved it. Said it was the best meal he’d had down here. Now that’s something.
So three out of four isn’t bad.
Looking at our meals and the other’s around us I can certainly say they don’t skimp. Servings were substantial. You didn’t leave wanting.
Had to take a pic of the IPA beer. Cute bottle.
Glad we went. It goes on our ‘to return’ list.
Cold here but at least no snow. Tonight there’s a Wind Chill Advisory so we may have to run the taps again.
Sloop John B – The Beach Boys
Take care and stay healthy.
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