Amber Oaks

After purchasing a Groupon certificate for this place and THEN reading the reviews I was a little worried about taking the family there. Upon arriving the exterior of the building needed some attention. The EFIS was esp in need of some repair. There was no hostess you just seat yourself as the "handmade" sign says. We took a nice sized round table for the five of us and was greeted by our waitress. We asked for water to drink which is our usual and I ordered a margarita. Our drinks came and we then placed our order. Two burgers were ordered and a pasta dish and two strip steaks. The burgers and fries looked really nice and they were demolished by my son and daughter n law. The fries were plentiful. Our dinners included salads which were delightful and warm bread and butter. Our other son finished his pasta but thought it could have used more spice. My wife's strip steak and mine were fine. I thought a little on the thin side for 8 oz but were topped with onions, mushrooms, red peppers and cheese as described on the menu. The mashed potato and gravy was hot and not the whipped boxed potatoes you get at some places. The margarita was very nice with dinner. We were attended to really well during our meal and all in all the night out was fine. A little dated on the inside but really I was fine with that. I liked the nice size of the table for our seating as some places the tables seem to really crowd you together. I would go back except it is about a 40 minute drive from our house....just a bit too far. If we go back it will be on a Wed. or Fri for the all you can eat fish fry!

Worth the drive, very nice location. Owner was very friendly and inviting! Great value for the price, something for everyone. One step away from being an upscale restaurant, felt like they were catering to such a variety they didn't nail down a target demographic. The decor was very dated, retro feel to those who would like it. The patio area is beautiful. Prime rib and fish specials, although they were out after dinner rush. Would visit again. A for effort.