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Beach Lover
Low carb tortiilo shells, mozzerlla, and whatever else you like. Best pizza you'll have. Having lived in an are in Wis, that had HUGE italian folk, I just make my own. Can't see dropping $17 for a med at pbts. Had A'more and was not impressed either. And, I'm glad I'm not the only one who dodn't enjoy Enzo's.
I did have some great pasta Sunday night, but it was not at a resturant. She's on here, but not ready to give out the location. Reminded me of home.
I did have some great pasta Sunday night, but it was not at a resturant. She's on here, but not ready to give out the location. Reminded me of home.
beats on hood
I love a pizza at Pizza Bar like a reviewer on Yelp loves a fabulous burger at H&F in Atlanta: "It's so good, I'd like to dress that biotch up, take it home, and cuddle with it." 
But I will try The Pickle Factory.
But I will try The Pickle Factory.
SWGBAuthor
What's in a name anyway? Is "Pickle Factory" a good or bad name? Why? Will name alone make or break any food service business (or any other retail business for that matter)?
McDonald's vs. Burger King; Mickey D's wins the hearts and souls of children before they're old enough to wipe their own bottoms - about 30,000 vs. 11,000 locations.
Since we're talking pizza... Domino's vs. Pizza Hut; I'd say who cares but it's 4,500 to 5,000 - I'm sure having "pizza" in the name made all the difference.
There's plenty of other examples, I'm sure you have 5 to 10 in your mind right now. The name of a local place is important only if we remember it tomorrow - it's working. Of course if you're planning on world domination then you have to worry about protecting the brand which means using made up words, phonetically spelled words, or words in combination that aren't normally used together... ummmm!
I don't think Crappy Pizza or The Food Poisoner would go over to well, but obviously those are extremes.
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In a tourist area the more descriptive names do seem to last longer. i.e. The Crab Trap, Bayou Bill's Crap House, Angelo's Steak Pit, Captain Anderson's, etc. People who have been sipping Pina Colada's all day to then drag the kids out to eat are probably going to go for the most descriptive name.
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beats on hood
Remember when people were skeptical about a restaurant named "Stinky's"?
Beach Comber
Sorry about your experience at McTighes. We are now under new management. We have replaced about 70% of our staff and have hired a culinary graduate to manage our kitchen.We had a tough few weeks but now we are up and running smoothly again. Being a native New Yorker I can say with confidence that our pizza is now up to MY standards. Please give us another chance. I promise you will not regret it.
Thank You
Michael Gutierrez
General Manager
Johnny McTighes Irish Pub
Thank You
Michael Gutierrez
General Manager
Johnny McTighes Irish Pub
SoWal Insider
Sorry about your experience at McTighes. We are now under new management. We have replaced about 70% of our staff and have hired a culinary graduate to manage our kitchen.We had a tough few weeks but now we are up and running smoothly again. Being a native New Yorker I can say with confidence that our pizza is now up to MY standards. Please give us another chance. I promise you will not regret it.
Thank You
Michael Gutierrez
General Manager
Johnny McTighes Irish Pub
Pizza by a guy named Gutierrez at an Irish Pub--I like your chutzpah!
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Beach Comber
Sorry about your experience at McTighes. We are now under new management. We have replaced about 70% of our staff and have hired a culinary graduate to manage our kitchen.We had a tough few weeks but now we are up and running smoothly again. Being a native New Yorker I can say with confidence that our pizza is now up to MY standards. Please give us another chance. I promise you will not regret it.
Thank You
Michael Gutierrez
General Manager
Johnny McTighes Irish Pub
Thanks for your note. I hope you didn't take my comment about McT's to be critical. We really appreciated the waitress being honest. Your pizza had a great taste just not thin enough for us. We'll be back.
Beach Fanatic
Remember when people were skeptical about a restaurant named "Stinky's"?
Right, but it's "Stinky's Fish Camp"; and, they serve fish and seafood. If they served Italian food, I'd think it was a bad name.
All visitors have to go on is your name, and maybe your menu if you can get it in front of them.
I'm sure Pickles is good, but there is a hamburger stand named Pickles that's about 1/2 mile away, and I think I would have named my place something a little more distinctive and appealing. "Pickles" does not make me want pizza. It makes me want pickles. Even naming it for something other than a different food item would be better, I think.
And, as an aside, I don't give "Hot and Cold Restaurant" too long, either.
"So, how is that place?"
"Eh, they run hot and cold."
"Eh, they run hot and cold."
Beach Fanatic
The story behind the name, compliments of The Walton Sun:
Pizza from Bangkok now available in Grayton Beach
July 6, 2009 - 10:38 AM
The Walton Sun
From Bangkok to Grayton Beach, South Walton is now is home to a world-traveling pizza recipe.
When Jeffrey Fehr opened The Pickle Factory in Mystic Porte last month, he was reviving the name of the establishment he opened in Bangkok, Thailand 10 years ago. Only exception is, this time, no pickles.
Fehr is again offering his famous pizzas, which were named "best pizza in Bangkok" by the largest English language magazine there, beating out Pizza Hut.
These pies are no run-of-the-mill pizzas and most are like none the Italians have seen, but that just opens the door to Fehr's imagination.
The menu offers 15 exotic varieties, including Alla Vodka, Crab and Tomato, Laughing Cow, Margarita, Poor Man's Lobster, Prawn and Sundried Tomato, Red White and Blue, as well as the Pickle Factory Special featuring sauerkraut. The remainder is for the purists who want it Italian style.
While most folks wrinkle their noses to hear of a pizza made with sauerkraut, Fehr swears that if you try it, it will be your favorite.
Fehr opened his Pickle Factory in Bangkok, where he lived for 12 years, when he couldn't find pickles there that he liked. He began to make his own and sell them. They became so popular that he began making them for Hard Rock Caf? and Planet Hollywood restaurants.
"In Bangkok, it turned into a combination restaurant/bakery/pickle factory," he said. "This time, I wanted to downsize, keep it simple and focus on the pizza and eventually a bakery for desserts."
He also talks of eventually expanding to add Thai food to the menu.
The former occupants at his Grayton Beach location, ironically, operated a Thai caf?.
Fehr makes his own sauce and dough in house. He said the key is a very thin crust baked in a brick oven at very high temperatures, which results in a cracker-like crust. The open kitchen concept allows diners to be able to watch the pizzas being made, including the iconic tossing of the dough in the air.
Also available from the menu are beer and wine, three varieties of salads and two appetizers, one of which is named "Moon Pie." Moon Pie is baked foccia bread topped with pesto sauce.
Fehr followed his folks to South Walton two years ago. His father, Leroy Fehr, did some of the artwork hanging on the walls, put down the vintage hardwood floor, and built the bar.
"We redid the entire place," said Fehr of the establishment he furnished in a laid-back speakeasy style. Comfortable sofas, chairs and coffee tables mingle homily with the two dining tables, inviting folks to hang around.
When the small bar fills up, expect to see Fehr's co-chef O.J. Melton take off his apron, pick up a guitar and do a little strumming and singing.
"I always liked 30A and wanted to be its neighborhood pizzeria. There's nothing else like it around here," he said.
The Pickle Factory is open from 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday and from 5 p.m. - close seven days a week. Close is whenever folks leave, said Fehr, which is usually by 10 or 11 p.m. Fehr gives a locals' discount of 10 percent. Call (850) 231-1290.
Beach Lover
I'm glad Stinky's is doing well...but I still think it's a bad name. I feel a little odd recommending the restaurant because I always have to say "It's called Stinky's but it's REALLY GOOD and VERY CLEAN, not stinky, and it's not super touristy like you might think from the name." I think it's thriving in spite of its name, which isn't a good thing overall. The Fish Camp -- referencing Point Washington or Bunker Creek -- might have been a better name. Why put the word "Stinky's" in there? For me, it's a big turn off.
"The Pickle Factory" is also puzzling. I can see if you call it "The Pickle Factory: Pizza and More" or some similar name...but without letting people looking in a phone book or driving by know exactly what type of food you offer means that you automatically miss out on some customers.
I mean restaurants are not music venues -- concert goers go to Sloss Furnace or The Knitting Factory no matter what it's called. Restaurants, however, need to make it easy for both local and out of town visitors to recognize their offerings and obscure names, no matter how storied, can hurt business.
"The Pickle Factory" is also puzzling. I can see if you call it "The Pickle Factory: Pizza and More" or some similar name...but without letting people looking in a phone book or driving by know exactly what type of food you offer means that you automatically miss out on some customers.
I mean restaurants are not music venues -- concert goers go to Sloss Furnace or The Knitting Factory no matter what it's called. Restaurants, however, need to make it easy for both local and out of town visitors to recognize their offerings and obscure names, no matter how storied, can hurt business.
Beach Lover
I believe Im the only person on 30A that does not like a "cracker like crust".
Beach Lover
I had the opportunity last night for my choice of any pizza within a reasonable distance of the house (30A) and decided on The Pickle Factory. I had seen the write-up in the Walton Sun, noticed some buzz on the boards and gave it a try. I WAS NOT disappointed. The man, Mr. Fehr, was in the house and making pizzas. We had a simple pepperoni and a margherita pizzas and I have to say it is right at the top for the local pizza scene (I would even say the regional scene). The sauce, the crust, the toppings were flawlessly put together and cooked to perfection . Fabulous. We had not even finished our meal and began looking at the menu at the pizzas we would try next. We'll probably be back more than we should, but I never believed you could get enough of a good thing.
Beach Fanatic
I believe if you are good/the best at what you do the name does not matter. It becomes a marketing tool.
The name Stinky's is brilliant for a restaurant.
Once you meet the guys at the Pickle factory and really start feeling the vibe they are creating you will discover they picked the perfect name. The simple fact that their odd name is constantly talked about tells me it is working. I love the fact that our area is getting back to some basics. Not everyone needs to be your customer. This makes more room for the ones that can appreciate the art of something that is not so "cookie cutter."
As rents get back in line I feel we will begin to see more unique and exciting venues open along 30A!
The name Stinky's is brilliant for a restaurant.
Once you meet the guys at the Pickle factory and really start feeling the vibe they are creating you will discover they picked the perfect name. The simple fact that their odd name is constantly talked about tells me it is working. I love the fact that our area is getting back to some basics. Not everyone needs to be your customer. This makes more room for the ones that can appreciate the art of something that is not so "cookie cutter."
As rents get back in line I feel we will begin to see more unique and exciting venues open along 30A!
Beach Comber
I had the opportunity last night for my choice of any pizza within a reasonable distance of the house (30A) and decided on The Pickle Factory. I had seen the write-up in the Walton Sun, noticed some buzz on the boards and gave it a try. I WAS NOT disappointed. The man, Mr. Fehr, was in the house and making pizzas. We had a simple pepperoni and a margherita pizzas and I have to say it is right at the top for the local pizza scene (I would even say the regional scene). The sauce, the crust, the toppings were flawlessly put together and cooked to perfection . Fabulous. We had not even finished our meal and began looking at the menu at the pizzas we would try next. We'll probably be back more than we should, but I never believed you could get enough of a good thing.
Try the Laughing Cow! Very good!
Beach Fanatic
Ok, so we've been talkin' the Picklefactory up to my brother in law recently. We were about to head to Carrabba's but decided to save some bucks and heade to the PF. Well, as usual, the food was fantastic! We had the Tomato/Crab and the Meatlovers. Both were exceptionaly prepared and again, just a perfect crust for me.
Then comes the check...
The two pizzas totalled roughly $26 but the check was nearly $45!!! I could have seen it if we had "adult beverages" but there were two peeps drinking iced tea and one drinking Mr. Pibb. When I looked at the ticket it had slash marks down by the drinks where the server had been keeping tabs on what we drank. Two by the Mr. Pibb and seven by the teas. Yes, we had been fishing all day out in the sun and were parched. I can see $2 for a glass of tea with free refills but two bucks a glass??? Come on! Heck I even think $2 for a canned coke is too high.
I love the PF but didn't like paying that much for drinks. I feel that if we were going to be charged for refills something should have been said before hand as that practice is out of the norm these days.
Then comes the check...
The two pizzas totalled roughly $26 but the check was nearly $45!!! I could have seen it if we had "adult beverages" but there were two peeps drinking iced tea and one drinking Mr. Pibb. When I looked at the ticket it had slash marks down by the drinks where the server had been keeping tabs on what we drank. Two by the Mr. Pibb and seven by the teas. Yes, we had been fishing all day out in the sun and were parched. I can see $2 for a glass of tea with free refills but two bucks a glass??? Come on! Heck I even think $2 for a canned coke is too high.
I love the PF but didn't like paying that much for drinks. I feel that if we were going to be charged for refills something should have been said before hand as that practice is out of the norm these days.
Beach Fanatic
Ok, so we've been talkin' the Picklefactory up to my brother in law recently. We were about to head to Carrabba's but decided to save some bucks and heade to the PF. Well, as usual, the food was fantastic! We had the Tomato/Crab and the Meatlovers. Both were exceptionaly prepared and again, just a perfect crust for me.
Then comes the check...
The two pizzas totalled roughly $26 but the check was nearly $45!!! I could have seen it if we had "adult beverages" but there were two peeps drinking iced tea and one drinking Mr. Pibb. When I looked at the ticket it had slash marks down by the drinks where the server had been keeping tabs on what we drank. Two by the Mr. Pibb and seven by the teas. Yes, we had been fishing all day out in the sun and were parched. I can see $2 for a glass of tea with free refills but two bucks a glass??? Come on! Heck I even think $2 for a canned coke is too high.
I love the PF but didn't like paying that much for drinks. I feel that if we were going to be charged for refills something should have been said before hand as that practice is out of the norm these days.
Did you bring it up to them?
Beach Fanatic
Did you bring it up to them?
As a matter of fact I did. Those that know me, know that I'm pretty straight forward. When our server/co-owner came to the table I pointed out that I felt that the cost of the tea was out of line. He informed us, and this is a quote, "I make the tea fresh and we are just trying to make extra money". I informed him that I liked the tea but it surely isn't worth 2 bucks per glass. I'm sorry, I just feel ripped off. Am I wrong here, does anyone pay for refills anymore, especially tea?
SoWal Insider
As a matter of fact I did. Those that know me, know that I'm pretty straight forward. When our server/co-owner came to the table I pointed out that I felt that the cost of the tea was out of line. He informed us, and this is a quote, "I make the tea fresh and we are just trying to make extra money". I informed him that I liked the tea but it surely isn't worth 2 bucks per glass. I'm sorry, I just feel ripped off. Am I wrong here, does anyone pay for refills anymore, especially tea?
...being in the land of the "$3.00 bag of Chips" and the "$3.75 cupcake," I can honestly say that I'm too surprised by this.
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beats on hood
I have never had to pay for Coke, tea, or coffee refills (well, extra at Starbucks).
Once, however, at McDonalds I only wanted a McDouble ($1), a small fry($1), and tap water (should have been free), and they made be pay for a Dasani (about the same price as for my burger and fries) or either pay the same price for the tap water as for a Dasani.
Once, however, at McDonalds I only wanted a McDouble ($1), a small fry($1), and tap water (should have been free), and they made be pay for a Dasani (about the same price as for my burger and fries) or either pay the same price for the tap water as for a Dasani.
Beach Fanatic
china cat i started going to Johnny McTighes 3 months ago and the cheese steak and pizza were awesome. I would say the best on 30-a as i've eaten at almsot every restraunt.about 4-6 weeks ago it turned awful with either 2 much sauce, too little sauce and a different cheese on the pizza. the philly cheese went down the tubes too. we ate there at least 10 times and loved it and had written it off. because of your honesty and you say things have changed i'll give it another try
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Beach Fanatic
As a matter of fact I did. Those that know me, know that I'm pretty straight forward. When our server/co-owner came to the table I pointed out that I felt that the cost of the tea was out of line. He informed us, and this is a quote, "I make the tea fresh and we are just trying to make extra money". I informed him that I liked the tea but it surely isn't worth 2 bucks per glass. I'm sorry, I just feel ripped off. Am I wrong here, does anyone pay for refills anymore, especially tea?
I would say this is probably not a good practice unless they clearly let people know up front. I really dislike finding this out after the fact as well. I do hope they catch this thread and make the proper adjustments.
SWGBAuthor
I have never had to pay for Coke, tea, or coffee refills (well, extra at Starbucks).
Once, however, at McDonalds I only wanted a McDouble ($1), a small fry($1), and tap water (should have been free), and they made be pay for a Dasani (about the same price as for my burger and fries) or either pay the same price for the tap water as for a Dasani.
This is pretty standard practice. Drinks are the highest profit item for a restaurant. When a customer asks for a water cup and proceeds to fill it up with soda (I'm not saying you did or would) it starts adding up.
As to free refills I know the restaurants that don't offer free refills on things like tea and sodas and won't go to them. It takes a lot of free refills to remove the profit.
Beach Comber
As a matter of fact I did. Those that know me, know that I'm pretty straight forward. When our server/co-owner came to the table I pointed out that I felt that the cost of the tea was out of line. He informed us, and this is a quote, "I make the tea fresh and we are just trying to make extra money". I informed him that I liked the tea but it surely isn't worth 2 bucks per glass. I'm sorry, I just feel ripped off. Am I wrong here, does anyone pay for refills anym
Has either Jeff #1 or Jeff #2 contacted you after this post?
Thanks.....
Beach Fanatic
As a matter of fact I did. Those that know me, know that I'm pretty straight forward. When our server/co-owner came to the table I pointed out that I felt that the cost of the tea was out of line. He informed us, and this is a quote, "I make the tea fresh and we are just trying to make extra money". I informed him that I liked the tea but it surely isn't worth 2 bucks per glass. I'm sorry, I just feel ripped off. Am I wrong here, does anyone pay for refills anym
Has either Jeff #1 or Jeff #2 contacted you after this post?
Thanks.....
Nope...
Beach Lover
WOW...Charging for every Coke and Iced Tea Refill is a quick way to get people upset..they won't be around long with that policy....I know I will never set foot in the place with my Family..last thing I need is 25 Dollars in Coke and Tea on a Check!!
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