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David Reay's Modern Diner + Tavern

David Reay's Modern Diner + Tavern

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214 Main St, Onalaska, Wisconsin, 54650, United States
(608) 519-9203 davidreays.com
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Apr 6, 2018
On a whim, my son and I decided to go there for lunch. It 2as Fri so it was busy. We chose to be seated right away by sitting on the patio., which is heated. The only downside was the 40 mph wind gusts today were just a little more than the clear curtains could keep out so feet and legs got chilled. Rest of the patio was comfortable.. I still give it 5 stars as I want this type of restaurant in our downtown to succeed. Summer concerts nearby will be fun to sit on patio and enjoy. Parking could be a challenge but the lot across the street should help. Food and service were really good and prices are reasonable. Look forward to visiting again.
May 3, 2018
I've stopped in twice to eat and both experiences have been absolutely wonderful. The service has been incredible both times. I don't like to stop by a restaurant right before they close, because the people working there have lives too. If I'm really craving something, I'll get it to go. Tonight, the bartender treated me like the place just opened and was going to be open all day. This place is great top to bottom, front to back. This is how a restaurant should operate.
Apr 24, 2018
A new kid on the Block! This place has a tremendous floor plan that is nice and open, courteous staff, excellent decor, and some really marvelous Bloody Marys. Also I cannot advise enough that you try the Mojitos. Blueberry and grapefruit were both awesome. Also, they employ local legend Jeff Blake. If you've never had the chance to have your table served by Jeff, you're missing out.
May 24, 2018
It was a very enjoyable experience. Our waiter was wonderful. He had only worked for two weeks but was so professional and just the nicest guy ever. The food was fantastic we sure will return.
Mar 31, 2018
I have been here twice. They first time was great! Both the food and service were great and we did not wait for a table on a Saturday night at 5:30 for 4 people so we had no complaints. However, the 2nd time we were there that was not the case. We had called ahead wanting to make reservations and were told Friday night they do not take reservations. If we wanted to come early because we had a large group (10) they could put some tables together for us. We agreed to that but then the manager got on the phone and said she would make an exception and take a reservation for us. We were very grateful! Our reservations were at 530 and at 6 some of our group had gotten caught up and hadn’t arrived yet. The rest of us had ordered drinks and apps while we waited. Now I understand the need to turn tables over quickly on a Friday night but I do think how the manager/supervisor handled it was completely unprofessional! He came over and asked us when the rest of or group was showing up we said they were on the way and apologized they were running late. He demanded we give him an exact time of when they would be here and said and I quote “because your taking up three tables on a Friday night and it’s fine it’s fine but we just need to know.” The way he said it was very rude and actually made one of the people in our group quite flustered. (Mind you at the time there were 3 open tables on the patio and one inside we could see from where we were sitting) The food was good and our server was very attentive and great. But, I can’t say I would go back after that.

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