I was really surprised how many of you conservative country boys have eaten at Ruth's Chris and other pricey places. I've worked full-time for 21 years and I've never been to an expensive restaurant. Heck, I carry a SPAM sandwich to work everyday for lunch -- no kidding. And next year when my son goes from junior college to the university, I'll have to drop the luxury of SPAM and downgrade to Ramen noodles.

I lived near Dale's and George's in the Shoals for years, but have never even gotten near their parking lot.

I have been to a Panera Bread where I spent $40 for two of us to eat, and as the Lord as my witness I left hungry, feeling as if I had had just a light snack. I hope not to go back to Panera Bread.

Are most expensive restaurants like that? Very little food for big $$$? Are you mostly paying for atmosphere and a piano player?


Last edited by Vernon Tull; 07/07/16 07:14 PM.