HA, HA, HA! And that was a Belly Laugh! I’ve routed vacations, around places that that are known to have good eats! If I can have a layover in Galveston for seafood, instead of St Louis that is known for nothing, I’m going to Galveston. I once skipped Spain because I heard Portugal had better sea food! True story! Lot’s of fun and good food.
Oak steakhouse is better than Hall’s. Much easier to get a table too
Tried out the fried chicken at the glass onion last night. It was even better than everyone had described. I had the white meat, the breast was juicy and tasted great. I didn’t save room for dessert but it looked delicious too.
Have your wife call, and say, “This is Dr. Nauti’s office. He needs a reservation for Friday at 7pm.”
13ft Whaler with 25hp Johnson
If you’re lucky enough to be fishing, you’re lucky enough.
Interesting topic discussion. I’m amazed at the absolute zeal some people have for dining. What’s the total tax percentage on eating in a restaurant in Chas. these days? Somewhere around 11% I think. Add a 20% tip and you’ve got over 30% added on top of the price of the food. I just don’t see the value in it anymore. I see it as a total rip off actually. I drink at home out of a decent bottle of scotch vs. going to bars for the same reason. I look for value in things that I spend my money on because it took a lot of hard work and sacrifice to earn it. I appreciate quality, and will pay up for it if the value is justified by workmanship, and resale. Not much of a market for used food or drink. I’m just sayin’.
Sol Mate
Mako 20B
225 Optimax
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Originally posted by bossdog1Interesting topic discussion. I’m amazed at the absolute zeal some people have for dining. What’s the total tax percentage on eating in a restaurant in Chas. these days? Somewhere around 11% I think. Add a 20% tip and you’ve got over 30% added on top of the price of the food. I just don’t see the value in it anymore. I see it as a total rip off actually. I drink at home out of a decent bottle of scotch vs. going to bars for the same reason. I look for value in things that I spend my money on because it took a lot of hard work and sacrifice to earn it. I appreciate quality, and will pay up for it if the value is justified by workmanship, and resale. Not much of a market for used food or drink. I’m just sayin’.
even if I had access to some of the ingredients the world-class chefs in Charleston have I still could not come close to recreating what they do…THAT’S where my value is…
The Morris Island Lighthouse www.savethelight.org
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Originally posted by bossdog1Interesting topic discussion. I’m amazed at the absolute zeal some people have for dining. What’s the total tax percentage on eating in a restaurant in Chas. these days? Somewhere around 11% I think. Add a 20% tip and you’ve got over 30% added on top of the price of the food. I just don’t see the value in it anymore. I see it as a total rip off actually. I drink at home out of a decent bottle of scotch vs. going to bars for the same reason. I look for value in things that I spend my money on because it took a lot of hard work and sacrifice to earn it. I appreciate quality, and will pay up for it if the value is justified by workmanship, and resale. Not much of a market for used food or drink. I’m just sayin’.
even if I had access to some of the ingredients the world-class chefs in Charleston have I still could not come close to recreating what they do…THAT’S where my value is…
The Morris Island Lighthouse www.savethelight.org
Not to mention the value that Mrs. Bonzo sees in it. You can’t put a price on that!!!
Redfish Baron Extraordinaire
Thank you for all of the recommendations. I went ahead and set a reservation at stars. It looks lika a cool place. I’m just hoping its not raining so we can enjoy the rooftop for a little while.
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150 yamaha 4 stroke
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Originally posted by Bonzo72quote:
Originally posted by bossdog1Interesting topic discussion. I’m amazed at the absolute zeal some people have for dining. What’s the total tax percentage on eating in a restaurant in Chas. these days? Somewhere around 11% I think. Add a 20% tip and you’ve got over 30% added on top of the price of the food. I just don’t see the value in it anymore. I see it as a total rip off actually. I drink at home out of a decent bottle of scotch vs. going to bars for the same reason. I look for value in things that I spend my money on because it took a lot of hard work and sacrifice to earn it. I appreciate quality, and will pay up for it if the value is justified by workmanship, and resale. Not much of a market for used food or drink. I’m just sayin’.
even if I had access to some of the ingredients the world-class chefs in Charleston have I still could not come close to recreating what they do…THAT’S where my value is…
The Morris Island Lighthouse www.savethelight.org
Not to mention the value that Mrs. Bonzo sees in it. You can’t put a price on that!!!
</font id=“quote”></blockquote id=“quote”>excellent point and very true…
The Morris Island Lighthouse www.savethelight.org
Stars is a great choice. No better fine dining experience than Charleston Grill though. IMO
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Originally posted by bossdog1Interesting topic discussion. I’m amazed at the absolute zeal some people have for dining. What’s the total tax percentage on eating in a restaurant in Chas. these days? Somewhere around 11% I think. Add a 20% tip and you’ve got over 30% added on top of the price of the food. I just don’t see the value in it anymore. I see it as a total rip off actually. I drink at home out of a decent bottle of scotch vs. going to bars for the same reason. I look for value in things that I spend my money on because it took a lot of hard work and sacrifice to earn it. I appreciate quality, and will pay up for it if the value is justified by workmanship, and resale. Not much of a market for used food or drink. I’m just sayin’.
You’re also not considering the experience. While you may be content to sit at home by yourself with a bottle of scotch, many people justify the expense of eating and drinking at restaurants and bars by considering the social aspects. To many, spending time with friends and meeting new people over food and drink is worth the cost.
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Originally posted by capntangYou’re also not considering the experience. While you may be content to sit at home by yourself with a bottle of scotch, many people justify the expense of eating and drinking at restaurants and bars by considering the social aspects. To many, spending time with friends and meeting new people over food and drink is worth the cost.
ha!!!and you my friend are a perfect example of this and how it works:wink:
miss’n fish’n
212 SEAHUNT CC
Sea Squirt 16
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Originally posted by capntangquote:
Originally posted by bossdog1Interesting topic discussion. I’m amazed at the absolute zeal some people have for dining. What’s the total tax percentage on eating in a restaurant in Chas. these days? Somewhere around 11% I think. Add a 20% tip and you’ve got over 30% added on top of the price of the food. I just don’t see the value in it anymore. I see it as a total rip off actually. I drink at home out of a decent bottle of scotch vs. going to bars for the same reason. I look for value in things that I spend my money on because it took a lot of hard work and sacrifice to earn it. I appreciate quality, and will pay up for it if the value is justified by workmanship, and resale. Not much of a market for used food or drink. I’m just sayin’.
You’re also not considering the experience. While you may be content to sit at home by yourself with a bottle of scotch, many people justify the expense of eating and drinking at restaurants and bars by considering the social aspects. To many, spending time with friends and meeting new people over food and drink is worth the cost.
What a snob, I can’t imagine I’d ever find myself eating at the same establishment as yo…oops!
Redfish Baron Extraordinaire
Dear Tang…I do enjoy my own company, and I’m very confident in my lifestyle and choices. Being in my early 60’s I’ve had the benefit of observing the cycle of consumerism over many decades of adult life. When I was younger I sought out products that implied that I was “cool” and cutting edge in order to appear culturally significant within my peer group. As time went by I saw how shallow and financially ignorant most of those choices were, and I began to develop a sense of “true” value when I made purchases. I became aware of the hype and began to see through it, as most of what was hyped was very temporary and of little or no true value. Of the hyped products that began to lose appeal to me was overpriced prepared food, and funky tasting expensive beer in colored bottles. There was a place on Cumberland Street called Captain Harry’s Blue Marlin Bar, and a place on the IOP called The Windjammer, and a restaurant on Folly Rd. called Sam’s that represent to me what true value, and the Charleston experience were all about. There were other great establishments like Mano’s on upper meeting street, and Kitty’s on Morrison Drive to name two that always made you feel welcome and appreciated for being who you really are. I could name others equally qualified to meet my value criteria, and verify that I’m not holed up on the fringe of civilization reveling in my isolation. I’ve eaten in fine restaurants in NYC, LA, Chicago, London and other locations as a matter of living life, and I still get a better thrill out of spending my money on a quality pair of hunting boots than on a meal from a menu with no prices. I’m just sayin’.
Sol Mate
Mako 20B
225 Optimax
Kitty’s … where everything was reheated from a can to avoid the issue of “overpriced prepared food” that is actually fresh, healthy, locally-sourced, and thoughtfully prepared.
“Funky tasting expensive beer in colored bottles” … “funky tasting” because they adhere to centuries-old brewing guidelines that eschew the use of flavorless lightening adjuncts such as rice and corn and instead taste the way beer is supposed to taste, expensive because they are brewed by smaller-scale local or regional breweries who are not funded by large overseas conglomerates, and in colored bottles because beer is especially sensitive to spoiling when exposed to light.
Opinion noted, disregarded.
I lost my Mom and Dad last year, since this was the first year without having family over for Easter we decided to go out for Easter dinner. Much to my dislike Carol made reservation at Stars Rooftop Grill . Why would anyone want to eat at a “joint” with a name like that? What a pleasant surprise! Food and service were top notch and I am extremely picky. Best shrimp and grits I have ever tasted. They had two buffets set up, one for hot foods and one for cold and deserts. Well worth the $24.95 price for an excellent dinner. I will return!
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People will forget what you did…
But people will never forget how you made them feel.
quote:I will not be able to take my money with me when I die. So, I might as well spend it on life's experiences. So
Originally posted by bossdog1Dear Tang…I do enjoy my own company, and I’m very confident in my lifestyle and choices. Being in my early 60’s I’ve had the benefit of observing the cycle of consumerism over many decades of adult life. When I was younger I sought out products that implied that I was “cool” and cutting edge in order to appear culturally significant within my peer group. As time went by I saw how shallow and financially ignorant most of those choices were, and I began to develop a sense of “true” value when I made purchases. I became aware of the hype and began to see through it, as most of what was hyped was very temporary and of little or no true value. Of the hyped products that began to lose appeal to me was overpriced prepared food, and funky tasting expensive beer in colored bottles. There was a place on Cumberland Street called Captain Harry’s Blue Marlin Bar, and a place on the IOP called The Windjammer, and a restaurant on Folly Rd. called Sam’s that represent to me what true value, and the Charleston experience were all about. There were other great establishments like Mano’s on upper meeting street, and Kitty’s on Morrison Drive to name two that always made you feel welcome and appreciated for being who you really are. I could name others equally qualified to meet my value criteria, and verify that I’m not holed up on the fringe of civilization reveling in my isolation. I’ve eaten in fine restaurants in NYC, LA, Chicago, London and other locations as a matter of living life, and I still get a better thrill out of spending my money on a quality pair of hunting boots than on a meal from a menu with no prices. I’m just sayin’.
Sol Mate
Mako 20B
225 Optimax
Dear Tang…I don’t fly fish, but you sure have risen to the bait. You don’t have a clue to what I’m talking about. You are the quintessential example of self absorption. Your sentiments represent the very reason that hype and hucksterism is alive and well in the US economy. Like a crow bringing shiny trinkets to the nest, your intellect is betrayed by your ignorance. Thanks for the lesson on brewing, maybe you could expound on the virtues of stinky cheese or fermented cabbage. Attitude noted, relevance discounted.
Dear Skinny…Having had a career in financial services that included managing many millions of other people’s money, I must admit that I shied away from advising people to spend too much. If you were to interview any number of people who have had the chance to observe my behavior, materialistic would be a stretch. My 2001 GMC Yukon(that’s 13 years old if you do the math) has 160K on it, and the A/C hasn’t worked for the last 4 years. I live in the same house since 1982. I will admit that I will never own anything but a purebred dog with a championship pedigree, and that I prefer over and under’s to automatic shotguns. I would never spend $25 on a bottle of potato squezzin’s dude…you can get it in a plastic bottle a lot cheaper than that!!
Sol Mate
Mako 20B
225 Optimax
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Originally posted by bossdog1Dear Tang…I don’t fly fish, but you sure have risen to the bait. You don’t have a clue to what I’m talking about. You are the quintessential example of self absorption. Your sentiments represent the very reason that hype and hucksterism is alive and well in the US economy. Like a crow bringing shiny trinkets to the nest, your intellect is betrayed by your ignorance. Thanks for the lesson on brewing, maybe you could expound on the virtues of stinky cheese or fermented cabbage. Attitude noted, relevance discounted.
Dear Skinny…Having had a career in financial services that included managing many millions of other people’s money, I must admit that I shied away from advising people to spend too much. If you were to interview any number of people who have had the chance to observe my behavior, materialistic would be a stretch. My 2001 GMC Yukon(that’s 13 years old if you do the math) has 160K on it, and the A/C hasn’t worked for the last 4 years. I live in the same house since 1982. I will admit that I will never own anything but a purebred dog with a championship pedigree, and that I prefer over and under’s to automatic shotguns. I would never spend $25 on a bottle of potato squezzin’s dude…you can get it in a plastic bottle a lot cheaper than that!!Sol Mate
Mako 20B
225 Optimax
I want to take you fishing…
Redfish Baron Extraordinaire
The beauty of this conversation is that ya’ll don’t have to agree on this. You made your own money and you can spend it (or not) on whatever you want to spend it on.
p.s. My 1996 GMC Yukon has ~250k but the AC is still going strong. 
It ain’t no mystery…this beer’s history!