Thursday, January 5, 2012

Station 21 in Crown Point, IN

Finally got over to Station 21 in Crown Point.  We had heard good things about it from the kids, so finally made it a point to visit.  I presume the Station 21 monicker references firefighters somehow, but I may be wrong.  Plenty of sports references, especially Notre Dame, adorn the establishment.  And a plethora of televisions are seen from every angle.  Even table side screens are at the booths.  We were led to the upstairs dining area and seated at a comfortable booth.  Overall feel was typical American sports bar.

The menu is hearty 'Merican pub grub with something for most everyone.  Thankfully not an enormous selection so I had high hopes for the meal.  Personally I would rather a restaurant focus on a few items well than across the board mediocrity.  Drinks were ordered, a house Reisling that got no complaints and a Fat Tire Amber Ale from New Belgium Brewing Co.  A generally solid pour, but the tap was in need of cleaning since I got that old beer taste right off.  Biggest complaint was the menu is a bit tough to read (black print on grey background) in the ambient light, so older eyes bring your reading specs.

We selected two soups to start, the Loaded Potato Soup with bacon and chive and the Firehouse Chili.  ($3 and $4) Both were quite tasty, the potato had plenty of body without being mealy or oily.  The chili was loaded with meat and just enough spice to be fun. The soups could have been warmer though, and this was brought to our waiters attention.  The main course was recommended to us by the waiter as a consistent crowd pleaser, and he is spot on.  Mac 'n Pork ($9) is a great variation on a classic.  Creamy cheese blend with bits of bacon and generous bits of pulled pork put it over the top.  Again, could have been served a touch warmer.

Overall, a good belly filling meal without pretense.  I am likely to return to try an entree since the menu offers great value.  3.5/5

 http://station-21.com/

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