Comments on: Handcar Regatta

By: Florence

Florence — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 14:58:35 +0000

So that’s the case? Quite a reevlaiton that is.

By: Gratcon

Gratcon — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 19:35:24 +0000

A ragtag group of about eight neighbors from the Westend Area walked over to the HRR and had a great time. After it was over we started to walk back home and, since we already had a few beers, decided to stop at Starks for some apps and drinks. We arrived there just before 5 when the doors officially opened. We were dressed very “casually”. We weren’t sure how we would be greated by this “upscale” establishment.
We asked the hostess if we could come in a little early and watch the football game on TV. Not a problem. The bartender was equally as gracious…so what if they weren’t open for another 10 minutes, he served us drinks all around and we were made to feel right at home. We asked if there was a dress code…he laughed (like, too late).
The oysters were perfect, cold as could be with a nice mignet(spelling?) We all loved the roasted potato fondue. And the prawns were, how you say, to die for.
We played around with the piano and were pretty boisterous but the staff seemed very okay with that.
Because of the prices, it’s not someplace most people could go to on a regular basis, but it is absolutely someplace I would return to and I feel very fortunate that it is an option that is almost literally in my back yard.

By: big d

big d — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 15:25:03 +0000

Hey that’s cool – I’m sure the locals were thrilled with the extra customers on what can otherwise be a slow time for restaurants (sunday afternoon). Have to also agree with the person who says give Toad in the Hole a break, there’s no way they could have anticipated the crowds for a first time event like this. Next year they’ll be ready.

By: Kate Polacci

Kate Polacci — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 20:19:19 +0000

Well. . . I think I would give ALL of the merchants in Old Railroad Square a free pass on that day. It was pretty hectic for all, considering Toad in the Hole ALSO had a booth at the Regatta. They’re normally excellent at what they do, food-wise and customer service-wise. But I know how it is when you’ve been in the hot sun all day, and just want a bite to eat. No one even imagined it would be so hugely successful. It’s all very exciting!

By: sandychronic

sandychronic — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 18:25:25 +0000

please bring it back next year! It was a great day and made me feel real proud to be a local. I LOVED all the crafty booths and the kids section was a big hit too.

By: Spring

Spring — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 17:09:15 +0000

big d, we intentionally didn’t offer more choices because we wanted the neighbors to benefit from the event as well. Our intention was to provide a few choices that weren’t readily available in the area (like Lata’s amazing samosas) and then if it didn’t suit folks, they had the option of going to one of the nearby fabulous restaurants. We really did want the whole community to benefit from the event.

By: big d

big d — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:36:42 +0000

In a word AWESOME! Great event, thanks so much to the organizers! We need MORE alternative art events up here. Great eclectic selection of live music too. Can’t wait for next year. Just a thought for next year, it would have been nice to have more food choices. We also wandered away and ate at a nearby restaurant because the onsite food didn’t look too appealing. Also how about a separate line to buy beer/wine tickets next to the beer/wine booth, so folks don’t have to wait in the long single food/bev line across the way?

By: Sara

Sara — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:21:16 +0000

I wish that their were more events like this in RR Square. Much fun…just what our lil’ corner needed/needs!
xo & Thank you.

By: Pa Cooch

Pa Cooch — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 09:44:12 +0000

Great event…should be annual…If I can help in any
way to making this an annual blowout, please contact me.
Great for kids [young and old] to realize that imagination, creativity, and ingenuity are alive and well. Thanks to all.

By: Spring

Spring — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 22:33:42 +0000

Yes, a huge shout out to the Bike Coalition. I was really pleased to see them filled to capacity.