Hobo's

Went with some friends last Friday night to Hobo's for the first time.\t\nFun place. Quite large. Brick walls. High ceilings.\t\nLive piano music.\t\nPool tables in the back. Food is pretty standard, hotel-type fare. Worth going to for drinks before hitting the bars.

This may be a politically incorrect title but entriely true. A group of us went here for Valentine's Day dinner. Needless to say there was very little about the dinner experience that inspired love. Our server was less than attentive in a half full resturaunt and we wai...ted quite some time between drink orders and food ordering and the end of the meal for our bill. When the food finally came half the table was very diappointed. The halibut stank of fish smell, the medium steak was almost rare, and the vegetaables were raw. At least the wine glasses were almost full when brought to the table. By the time dinner was done we were ready to go but had to wait 15 min between having the table cleaned and having to ask our waiter for the check. Then to our surprise, and not a good one, we had been charged for the water. Now, this water was already on the table when we arrived and we were never told that there would be a charge for something none of us ordered and seemed standard, as it was there when we arrived! We had out of town guests with us and by the time we left we were so embarrased by the situation that we swore never to go back again. Slow, bad service and an obviously under experienced kitchen made this place not a fine dining experience but a big rip off of your hard earned money. The money I saved for this night was unwisely spent here. I should have ordered a pizza and rented a movie. We would have had a better time. Blech. Read More

First they charge 17% gradutity on crapy service on 5 people even when the place is empty. Too many fo the waitstaff standing around the bar just laughting and talking when they should be doing their job. My meal took additional 30 mins after everyone was served. An ye...a the waiter never came back to the table so we could complain. The food is over priced for the greasy so I guess part of the 17% went to the grease company for getting rid of the fry grease. Needless to say I was embarrsed cause I brought out of town guess and they really were not impressed. Their were from San Francisco, CA. This was such a let down I will not be going back there again! I guess it's back to Starky's where there food is 5 times better. you guys sucked! Read More

Ya, it's a civilized place to drink and shmooze in Old Town. Great space and decor. We've eaten there many times though, and it's really not worth it. Dining room is pretentious, so are the wait staff. The bar menu would appear to be decent, but the food quality is sub-par. Go for drinks, piano bar; it's a great place, just don't count on the food.

One of my favorite places to relax and enjoy a great spanish coffee. The staff is always pleasant, although sometimes overworked on busy nights. The food is of fine quality, but perhaps a little overpriced, and generic. If you are making date plans, and your a food enth...ousiast, I would recommend going somewhere else to dine, and later visit Hoboss for a drink, or perhaps begin at Hobos for an appetizer. The cocktails are great. Definately lives up to the gay/lesbian scenes expectations of "the more booze the merrier." The environment is relatively quiet and personal. The gentle sounds of the live piano, coupled with the relaxed atmosphere, create a romantic setting that will put you and your date at ease. Some might say that the bars sounds a bit stuffy, with an older crowd. I frequent the establshment several times a month and am in my early twenties. The age range of customers ranges from the questionable twink, to the elderly. Overall I would highly recomend this restaurant to anyone, gay or straight, who intends on enjoying the company of a good friend or an interesting date. Read More

this place was amazing, had a large party there (12), seated promptly, drink never empty, food was incredible. It is like a meal mom would make with a twist!! AMAZING. Very comfortable for both straight and gay - not just a "gay and lesbian" place. Don't pigeon hole this place - it is awesome