Logan’s Roadhouse is by far my favorite of the “western/country-style”
steak house grills. I used to frequent the place often. But, it had been a
while since eating there, so this past Saturday I decided to head out for my
weekly errands and start my day with a steak dinner. I arrived at Logan’s about
5:30, and the place was already filling up. The great thing about a casual
steak house like Logan’s is that it is great for families, buddies, and even
dates. This day, I was enjoying some “me” time.
As usual I started out with an appetizer. Back in the day I
would order something called the Chattahoochie Cheese Fries: hearty steak fries
smothered in Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese, topped with bacon and onion,
with a side of ranch dressing for dipping. Yes, I know; heart attack on a
plate. Unfortunately, I found out it has been way too long since I went to
Logan’s for they no longer carry this particular appetizer. However, upon
hearing about them, my server- Nolan- was able to arrange to get me a plate of
their signature Supreme Enormous Nachos: tortilla chips covered in nacho
cheese, chili, jalapenos, salsa and sour cream… with the tortilla chips
replaced with steak fries. To say that it was heaven to my mouth would be an
understatement. What with the fresh bread and whipped butter they bring to your
table, I had to physically stop myself to keep room for my entrée. I ended up
carrying a hefty amount of my Supreme Enormous Chili Fries home in a box.
For my entré, it had to be steak. It was beef I was craving.
Now, I am mildly allergic to beef. As long as I only eat beef once a week, I do
okay with it. But, when I get a craving for a steak… it has to be just right. I
opted for the six-ounce sirloin cooked medium rare. And, I must say, it was
spot on. Brown on the outside with a cool pink center. It was the kind of steak
that practically melts in your mouth, it’s so tender. I accentuated my steak
with fresh broccoli and a rice pilaf. All in all, a delicious meal from
beginning to end. My only one complaint was that my broccoli was a bit too soft.
I am one of those individuals who likes my veggies nice and crisp. Otherwise,
every bite was savory and tasty.
And I have to give a lot of credit to my server, Nolan, for
making my Saturday afternoon meal a
success. Despite being quite busy with two large groups behind me, he kept my
tea glass full, and checked on me at adequate intervals. I was a bit surprised
when he said he had not been working there that long, because he was a real
pro. And I made sure to give him a full 20% tip for his efforts.
Obviously, there was no room in my stomach for dessert that
afternoon. But, Logan’s does have an adequate selection of after dinner
delights to tickle your fancy. All in all, my experience reminded me why I used
to eat there so often in the past, and why I need to go more often in the
future. Delicious food, excellent service, and an all-around great dining
experience.
If you would like to take a look at the Logan’s menu, or
find one in your neck of the woods, give them a visit here: http://www.logansroadhouse.com/Default.aspx
My Rating: * * * * *
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