Sprint to Spints
New alehouse has the goods
Posted by: John Chandler on Jan 20, 2010 at 11:00AM
8 Comments
I’m up to my elbows in whiskey at the moment drinking buddies, but I wanted to drop you a quick note about Spints Alehouse, a new bar and eatery at 401 NE 28th Avenue, located in a former leather shop (not to be confused with a leather bar). It’s roomy with a hospitable air, done up in dark-wood pub chic, with a lively bar side, and a more intimate dining space. It’s the latest venture from chef Alyssa Gregg and manager Ted Charak, both formerly of the Teardrop Lounge.
Went there last week with a few amigos and was impressed with the following:
Speedy and friendly service; superb beer selection, strong on Belgian-style brews like Allagash White Ale, my current fave; a sweet assortment of house-made spirits, like a really eye-opening root beer schnapps that tastes just like Hires’ root beer barrel candies; adventurous gastro-pub fare, including a lovely pretzel topped with bacon and a fried egg (pictured).
The last item has the potential to be a culinary cult classic, but it was a bit too salty on first taste. Still, the place has only been open for a few weeks, so I trust this issue will be addressed as soon as the kitchen staff gets a bit more—SEASONING! Damn, I’ve been cracking myself up all week.
Tags: Beer Bar Openings
Where was my invite?
Must have gotten lost in the mail. Next time I will send a messenger.
you always did have a salty sense of humor, my friend…
Nice review! Since it’s in my n-hood, I’ll be heading over there soon – and promise to order my drink with PRECISION! (Gotta keep the bartender happy.)
I ate that salty bit, and I say it was perfecto! But fair warning, those 2 fabulous brown barrels I drank landed on my head in the morning. Coulda used the pretzel about then.
Hmm…a little light on the vegetarian fare. Oh well, I’ll just have to drink more beer.
OK, reporting back – went for dinner last night and had lovely spaetzle – my friend had dumplings. Both delicious, hearty winter fare. On your recommendation, tried the Allagash White Ale and loved it! It reminded me of eating a daisy.
Ooooh tres Belqiquecan’t wait to try this one out,
thanks you crusty old salt!