Old Town Kitchen & Cocktails

Meeting a friend in Rock Hill and I had this great idea to try this new restaurant with a cute history and book vibe. The vibe was definitely vibing. Waylon was solid however, he could have been more attentive. Now to the sack of coal, also known as a burger. $17 for a burger and fries, it better be good. My friend got the Apple something Burger and I got the Melt. The only thing melting was my excitement 🤣 Both burgers were dry, overcooked with 25% more bread than burger. Yes, beef shrinks however this shrinkage spoke to patties not cooked to order. We really wanted to love it, especially as he drove 1.5hrs to get there. However, it was very unimpressive, unexciting, and under whelming.

This place use to be excellent for food and drinks. Our food was okay- got the fried tomato BLT that I typically get- burnt bacon, mushy greens and bread, and much smaller. They typically have a variation of a flavored margarita on the menu, but there was no option on it or at the bar per the server. We tried another drink, but it was disappointing as well. It’s disappointing to come to a place you frequent as much as you can given needing babysitters or coming out for a special occasion.

I really enjoyed my first visit with my significant other. The atmosphere was great. There were big screen TVs for us to watch Sunday football while we enjoyed our meal. We were able to have wonderful conversations without straining to hear each other or feel like other guests were listening. The food was delicious. We started with Bang Bang Brussel Sprouts. Neither of us could stop eating it until it was gone. Absolutely delicious! He enjoyed his Parmesan ranch chicken and I enjoyed my salad topped with chicken. The chicken was so well seasoned and moist that I didn’t want to put salad dressing on it out of fear the dressing would ruin my salad. I seriously did not put dressing on my salad! The service was good. We had a little wait for our meals. However, there were two big tables with diners from the gymnastics competition. We both agreed that we will definitely return with family and friends. Really enjoyed our meal and our time together here. I also tried the warm banana pudding. Unfortunately, it was not a hit with me. I didn’t like the warmth and I really missed the vanilla wafers and sliced bananas in cool pudding. I’m glad I tried it though 🙂

Very disappointed with the CF Steak. Two small bites of steak and a ton of breading on a mound of unseasoned mashed potatoes. I thought it came with Brussels but got cabbage, which was fine but unexpected. I didn't understand that it already came with potatoes so I picked them as my side and received a quart of them along with what was with the steak. Ordered on Doordash.

The host was on the phone when we arrived. She immediately acknowledged us and offered us seating at a high top. We asked for something different. She said all the tables were full. They were not. We said we would wait and asked how long. Instead of giving us a wait time she asked if we wanted the private booth on the side. We said yes and she said our server would be with us. We waited 5 minutes without anyone. The hostess was setting up another table and asked if we’ve been served. We had not. She said our server probably forgot but she would remind her. Within 45 seconds Molly showed up. She apologized. We asked her how her day has been going and she was shocked that we asked. She got us our drinks and gave us excellent suggestions on drinks and food. Apps came out before the alcohol and we were very surprised that they came out so fast. All of the food was out super fast. The food was REALLY amazing! Chicken was moist and tender with great flavoring. I’m not a tomato fan, but cooked perfect. Loved all the food. Dessert was hot and delicious. Love the atmosphere and decor. Highly recommend this place and can’t wait to come back.