February

SATURDAY, MARCH 3, 2012

Just For Fun - February

February quest 

for the best hot dog in town. 

We decided to try Skid's restaurant. We have seen that there are at least 3 of these locally owned restaurants. We decided to go to the original restaurant.

The sign says "Since 1949" That is a LONG time ago. In fact, 63 years ago. How much life has come through this restaurant in that much time? Here is a pic of the Skids on Church Street. I see they used to (or still) have a car service. I can imagine it was a hopping little place back in the day.

We walked in and were surprised. The seating capacity is about 20. The small restaurant was a blast from the past. We saw crowded booths (5 total) in a folksy setting with a line of bar stools (6 seats) which were all full with happy customers and we had to wait to get a seat. After a short time we were seated.

As we settled in, we ordered coffee. Don has determined that the coffee is VERY GOOD. They use fresh ground beans and a Bunn coffee maker. That is a great combination.

  We asked our waitress what their best hot dog is and although not a hot dog eater herself she told us the Hot Dog Combination was ordered a lot, so that is what we ordered.


As we sat and enjoyed our coffee this restaurant reminded me of a place right out of The Andy Griffith Show. We even had two police officers taking a break from the endless duty of caring for all of us here in Burlington. They were very friendly when I asked if I could use their picture in my blog.

Officers Faucette and Cumer



Our order came out right away, delivered by our  helpful waitress, Rebekah 

Hot dog with American cheese, 

homemade chili and coleslaw with mustard. 

and of course, a side of onion rings.  

We had a pleasant visit to Skids 1 on Church Street. The restaurant was filled with a constant stream of satisfied customers. For Don and I, we enjoyed the homey atmosphere, we were slightly disappointed by the hot dog, it was a bit soggy and the American cheese was a weak flavor but we would definitely come back for another cup of their wonderful coffee and a plate of onion rings. 

Plus, I heard their hot fudge cakes are awesome. 

Until next time

Living where we live...

Don and Mary