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first of all...I am going against the grain here but, I don't get why people love the red bar AT ALL. Maybe because I don't drink and I like peaceful places.
MY BREAKFAST WAS AWFUL!! Completely tasteless. Although it is cheap, I'd rather spend the extra $ for some decent food. Quality over quanity, which I know is not the red bar policy but it should be, especially at breakfast.
The place was so loud (stayin' alive at 8 am???please!), the food was terrible. I felt so sorry for the waitress, some older woman (who later announced to the entire room that she had to fart...did I mention this was an OLDER woman??...such class) kept coming up to her at tables and telling her what to do, asked me 5 times (at least) if I wanted refills on my coffee, after I already told the older woman, I was fine. The poor waitress just said "I'm going to go ahead and fill your cup, just leave it there so I won't get in trouble."
I have only lived here for a year or so but I think the red bar has a very limited fast-food type menu, which is fine for tourists but I don't get why locals think this place is so great. Just beacuase someone plasters a bunch of crap on the walls and duck tapes seats doesn't really make it a cool place (tacky & overrated would be more appropriate) to eat or hang out. I guess because there's really not anywhere to go in Grayton to drink and the locals here drink a lot, I noticed.. Or maybe just a southern thing, I don't get the hype AT ALL.:idontno:
Just my opinion:yikes:

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Kurt avatar
Admin
#52
here's my new slogan for summer 08
The Red Bar home of the farting waiter
think it will work............

Dreamland BBQ in Tuscaloosa Alabammy has a sign on the wall - "no farting". Maybe you should invest in one. You could put it up with duct tape. :lol:
Bobby J avatar
Beach Fanatic
#53
here's my new slogan for summer 08
The Red Bar home of the farting waiter
think it will work............

It has a nice ring to it....
BlueMtnBeachVagrant avatar
Beach Fanatic
#54
here's my new slogan for summer 08
The Red Bar home of the farting waiter
think it will work............
OR
"The Red Bar...where even an old fart feels welcomed."
OR
"The Red Bar...now serving breakfast and CH4 fresh daily."
OR
"The Red Bar...light'em at your own risk."
OR


Oli, why don't you throw in a free breakfast for the best slogan? I "smell" some free publicity here!!:biggrin:
oli avatar
Mr. Potato Head's worst nightmare
#55
OR
"The Red Bar...where even an old fart feels welcomed."
OR
"The Red Bar...now serving breakfast and CH4 fresh daily."
OR
"The Red Bar...light'em at your own risk."
OR


Oli, why don't you throw in a free breakfast for the best slogan? I "smell" some free publicity here!!:biggrin:

LOL
Carol G avatar
Beach Fanatic
#56
Dreamland BBQ in Tuscaloosa Alabammy has a sign on the wall - "no farting". Maybe you should invest in one. You could put it up with duct tape. :lol:

Like this?




I like this one even better:


It implies that there is some sort of musicality to the fart... You said you like to play classical music during breakfast? Maybe you can find a waitress who can toot Beethoven's Fifth? Folks would line up for miles...:floor:
jodiFL avatar
Beach Fanatic
#57
here's my new slogan for summer 08
The Red Bar home of the farting waiter
think it will work............
:floor:Of course it would work! (I am sure you remember when the Grayton Corner had "kissing waitresses") I also think the bottom sign above is the winner. I have always associated great music with the RED BAR.

PS to caligirl..... If the music was so loud how did you possibly hear,much less determine who said, they had to fart?

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Sheila avatar
SoWal Insider
#58
here's my new slogan for summer 08
The Red Bar home of the farting waiter
think it will work............


I think if you put it on a t-shirt they'd fly off the shelves! I'll need a medium and a large, please. :clap:
BlueMtnBeachVagrant avatar
Beach Fanatic
#59
Tickle ME.
(turn up your sound)
greenroomsurfer avatar
Beach Fanatic
#60
Hey chic that got fired lighten up. I never been fired to but Oli has fired me a couple times so get over it. I talked to Oli last night and rest assured If I needed money a job back etc, He would take care of me. I have had many differences with him but Oli his Brother and his dad are extreme family people and they help and do help anybody they can. By the way I think Makunda holds the record he's been fired about 13 times. As screwed up as people may appear to be around here, they will rally like champions to take care of thier own. Once again Strait to the point Whether you agree or disagree. By the way No one around here agree's on anything but for some reason we seem to overlook that and still be friends with one another. Remember 30-A is faster than the Internet.:idontno:
supermom262 avatar
Beach Fanatic
#61
Oli, I have had the $4 breakfast a couple of times. My poached eggs and toast were yummy. I don't drink but still love to eat there - it is funn, funky, casual and as many times as I have eaten there, I never get tired of it. It doesn't hurt that we live next door - we salivate when we start smelling dinner! When we don't want to fight the crowds, we get it to go and eat on the balcony!:cool:
Minnie avatar
Beach Fanatic
#62
I had the omelet and agree it was very good and they do good grits and I am very particular about my grits. :clap:
Truffle Anne avatar
Beach Fanatic
#63
I had the omelet and agree it was very good and they do good grits and I am very particular about my grits. :clap:

Consistently good food, as are the other meals! We always take visitors there for a special time! Good value, great staff, friendly owners, and an atmosphere nowhere else to be found! A memorable experience for our guests, who leave with great photos and stories of the visit! :biggrin:
Beach Lover
#64
Oli...you can't please everyone, but everyone you please seems to be quite pleased. Nuff said...We love you.
Smiling JOe avatar
SoWal Expert
#65
slogan:

Red Bar -- No lingering farts allowed, but you can stay as long as you like.
Teresa avatar
SoWal Guide
#66
here's my new slogan for summer 08
The Red Bar home of the farting waiter
think it will work............


:floor::floor::floor:

Dreamland BBQ in Tuscaloosa Alabammy has a sign on the wall - "no farting". Maybe you should invest in one. You could put it up with duct tape. :lol:

I forgot about that! perfect!:lol:

I think if you put it on a t-shirt they'd fly off the shelves! I'll need a medium and a large, please. :clap:

yes!!!!:wave:


this thread is silly. everyone knows that when you enter the red bar it is mandatory to do so with the right attitude: relax, enjoy, dance to loud disco music - even at 7AM. don't like it? don't go.

the breakfast is really good and you can't beat the price. but while we're on the subject, oli-baby, I do have one tiny complaint - the grits need some work. okay, I said it! I'm very particular about my grits.

otherwise, I want a farting red bar tshirt too! or 10! they will make great christmas gifts.
30A Skunkape avatar
Skunky
#67
Red Bar-Beer farts installed and serviced:cool:
JB avatar
Beach Fanatic
#68
:floor::floor::floor:



I forgot about that! perfect!:lol:



yes!!!!:wave:


this thread is silly. everyone knows that when you enter the red bar it is mandatory to do so with the right attitude: relax, enjoy, dance to loud disco music - even at 7AM. don't like it? don't go.

the breakfast is really good and you can't beat the price. but while we're on the subject, oli-baby, I do have one tiny complaint - the grits need some work. okay, I said it! I'm very particular about my grits.

otherwise, I want a farting red bar tshirt too! or 10! they will make great christmas gifts.

Exacta-mundo. If you know going in what to expect.......

The place is the center of my beach universe. Is the food always great? No, but it's never been horrible either. Nice big portions and the mash taters are always good. Service is great. Sometimes too great (food often arrives less than five minutes after putting in your order).

And I don't mind the hour-long waits either. One of my favorite things to do is sit in front of the zoo with a margarita, do some serious people-watching and wait for my beeper to go off.

Suggestions for Oli? I know space is real limited, but I sure wish you could find a way to start doing sushi. Also, serving crab cakes every night would be cool.

Wifey and I will be down a week from Thursday. As our traditioon, RB will be our first night dinner.
mikecat adjuster avatar
Beach Fanatic
#69
My brother and his fiance' were in town this past weekend and we had breakfast at the Broken Egg. The Eggs Benedict with crab meat and sausage was astonishingly yummy! I have been to Red Bar only for drinks. Georgie is sweet and I'll have to try out that drink which was mentioned. I'm pretty much budget oriented and have eaten breakfast also at Cocoon's across from One Seagrove Place, which is conviently located on my street. For two bucks I get a modest biscuit with egg and cheese or whatever. Cheap and quick take out for me when I want to endulge :) Not a culinary treat of epic proportions, but a belly blessing.
Randy_McMurphy avatar
Beach Comber
#70
I really dig the breakfast there. Oli and staff have always been accomodating and friendly. The Red Bar staff are funny as well. When you're waiting to be sat at a table for a while, try engaging a waiter or bartender in conversation if they have time. It always puts a smile on our faces....that Billy guy....hilarious!!!
Franny avatar
Beach Fanatic
#71
Excuse me, but I love "Staying Alive" with my breakfast, Oli's Dad rocks at breakfast and is the snazziest dresser EVER, and I will continue to enjoy our great food and fun service at the Red Bar!:clap:

:wave:

Dito!! What better way to wake up than Staying alive, staying alive.:clap: Oli please don't change to classical..:yawn:
Teresa avatar
SoWal Guide
#72
My brother and his fiance' were in town this past weekend and we had breakfast at the Broken Egg. The Eggs Benedict with crab meat and sausage was astonishingly yummy! I have been to Red Bar only for drinks. Georgie is sweet and I'll have to try out that drink which was mentioned. I'm pretty much budget oriented and have eaten breakfast also at Cocoon's across from One Seagrove Place, which is conviently located on my street. For two bucks I get a modest biscuit with egg and cheese or whatever. Cheap and quick take out for me when I want to endulge :) Not a culinary treat of epic proportions, but a belly blessing.

belly blessing! love a good biscuit with sausage.

the broken egg is good if you like expensive chain breakfast.

great southern in seaside has great grits, and yummy little beignets.

blue orleans - good as it gets breakfast!

modica, olive garden, fonville, summer kitchen, amavida - some of the smaller places that offer great big and small breakfasts. want a fresh scone right out of the oven? amavida.

Red Bar breakfast is yummy too - not to mention way too much funn especially on a sunday morning...:wave:
Franny avatar
Beach Fanatic
#73
here's my new slogan for summer 08
The Red Bar home of the farting waiter
think it will work............

Dreamland BBQ in Tuscaloosa Alabammy has a sign on the wall - "no farting". Maybe you should invest in one. You could put it up with duct tape. :lol:

I think if you put it on a t-shirt they'd fly off the shelves! I'll need a medium and a large, please. :clap:

I love this group...this sad bashing thread has turned into one of the funniest I have ever read..love this stuff!! See you soon Oli..Red Bar rocks!!:lolabove:
joho avatar
Beach Fanatic
#74
I've been in and out of the restaurant business in this area for years so when I hear someone complaining about something my comment has always been........ "Hey Delta is ready when you are"! Trust me it works! :biggrin:

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joho avatar
Beach Fanatic
#75
I've been in and out of the restaurant business in this area for years so when I hear someone complaining about something my comment has always been........ "Hey Delta is ready when you are"! Trust me it works! :biggrin:


Oh yeah almost forgot.........I tried the ham and cheese omelet, potatoes, bagels with cream cheese for $6.00 and I'll be back!

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Beach Comber
#76
Oli and his family have done a wonderful job here in South Walton providing great food and music for close to 20 years. Has also provided many jobs for this area. Give it up and enjoy while you can.

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