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Local chain dishing up chili dishes, wings & burgers in a simple setting with flat-screen TVs.
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Teresa Stcyr
Service is quick and friendly. Dad was shocked that the fish and chips was served as a proper singular flank of fillet rather than a handful of tenders. Portions are generous and the price is reasonable. Some of the surfaces are sticky but that’s not unexpected in “old fashioned” establishments.
… moreTom P
This review is mostly for their wings, which are fantastic. They make Texas style wings, which I don’t know exactly what that means, but I think it involves a rub, and then the key to their deliciousness, getting finished on the grill I would come here just for the wings, and the good service, but having chili is just a bonus. I think they have 3 or 4 types of chili, including Cincinnati style, Texas, and vegetarian, and multiple ways to have it served; over spaghetti, over corn bread, over Fritos, etc. Be warned, they aren’t open at all on Mondays.
… moreMatt Campbell
I had a bowl of the chili at Hard Times, and it just really hit the spot. It’s not trying to be anything fancy, just a genuinely hearty and flavorful bowl that feels like it’s been made with some real care. It’s the kind of simple, satisfying comfort food that reminds me of a home-cooked meal. It’s my go-to for a reason.
… moreLeslie M
Let me start off with the fact that the staff and even the chef were absolutely amazing! Their service and friendliness was so emensely kind and comforting. The staff was very attentive and helpful! As for the food….
My friend absolutely loves their grilled wings so I decided to give it a try, I got naked wings and let’s just say it was not good. There was no flavor to the chicken, it was tough and over cooked, I honestly couldn’t eat it, but the staff was so nice I didn’t say anything about it. My friend still loved their wings but they like over cooked chicken and I do not. I also don’t like char flavor which these have. The wings are also served with blue cheese.
I also tried the onion rings, the plate came out massively full with at least 25 giant onion rings! Unfortunately the batter seemed overly wrong with maybe a super starchy texture and the batter wasn’t seasoned. On top of that they did serve a sauce to go with it but it was weird and tasted like a mayo with cucumber.
The fries are the same style as five guys fries so they are mushy and oily. These also came out unseasoned.
They also have cornbread, which was moist and tasty and served with salted butter. This was the only thing that I liked here.
As for drinks they have a few beers on tap and a small bar.
Overall I would possibly come back and try it again because the staff was so nice but I’m also weary of wasting more money.
… moreMy friend absolutely loves their grilled wings so I decided to give it a try, I got naked wings and let’s just say it was not good. There was no flavor to the chicken, it was tough and over cooked, I honestly couldn’t eat it, but the staff was so nice I didn’t say anything about it. My friend still loved their wings but they like over cooked chicken and I do not. I also don’t like char flavor which these have. The wings are also served with blue cheese.
I also tried the onion rings, the plate came out massively full with at least 25 giant onion rings! Unfortunately the batter seemed overly wrong with maybe a super starchy texture and the batter wasn’t seasoned. On top of that they did serve a sauce to go with it but it was weird and tasted like a mayo with cucumber.
The fries are the same style as five guys fries so they are mushy and oily. These also came out unseasoned.
They also have cornbread, which was moist and tasty and served with salted butter. This was the only thing that I liked here.
As for drinks they have a few beers on tap and a small bar.
Overall I would possibly come back and try it again because the staff was so nice but I’m also weary of wasting more money.
TravelingEater
Best BANG FOR THE BUCK!!!
Don’t sleep on this place; as a Virginia native, I wish this was my Local Hard Times Cafe. 10/10. TRY THE CHILLI, WOW!!
… moreDon’t sleep on this place; as a Virginia native, I wish this was my Local Hard Times Cafe. 10/10. TRY THE CHILLI, WOW!!
Melissa Linsao
Service was great. Our server was kind and very sweet. The food is good – not what I was expecting. A lot of fried food and not as many options as I thought but it was good for what it was.
… moreGeorge Tabora
Good place to meet and catch up with family and friends for a night put. Prices aren’t bad and they are generous with their portions! The staff is welcoming and friendly. Good place to watch a game too!
… moreBrian Adams
Wings and nachos are the best you will find. My favorites are the Texas wings grilled well done and the Texas chili nachos.
… moreI.E. Xam
I enjoy the texas chili very much. They have 3 other styles which i may try in the future.
I am 70 yrs old and they asked for my id to have a beer. I refused on principle. Manager kind enough to serve the beer which I appreciated. This was the first time in MoCo where I have lived for over forty years that I have ever been asked for ID.
… moreI am 70 yrs old and they asked for my id to have a beer. I refused on principle. Manager kind enough to serve the beer which I appreciated. This was the first time in MoCo where I have lived for over forty years that I have ever been asked for ID.
Scott Eisenberg
Update September 2024. It is back open. They said since July. Same as it ever was.
Don’t let the recent reviews fool you. This place is still closed. Been by 3 times over the last month.
… moreDon’t let the recent reviews fool you. This place is still closed. Been by 3 times over the last month.