To be honest, there isn't a hell of a lot in Davis that I like or recommend. I always give a second chance, but usually wind up disappointed, aggravated or both. Nevertheless, there are a lot of neat "shots" in the area. I'm trying to find the brighter sides before I leave, if only visually.
The area does have it's visual high spots, and I'm glad that the diner has been restored and remains functions despite the rapid transition that the area is going through. Gentrification is bringing changes, and already there are places that are Not-As-GoodTM since Davis started its upswing. Redbones, for instance, has a much better beer list and some interesting additions to their menu as compared to ten years ago, but the on the whole, the food just doesn't sparkle like it used to. I'm genuinely glad for Anna's and Downtown Wine & Spirits, but I've got mixed feelings on a lot of other offerings.
Redbones new manager is responsible for a lot of the food menu changes. I still enjoy the quality of food there, but I miss it circa 10 years ago when the ambience was a lot better.
Downtown Wine and Spirits is another great place. : )
There are many newer additions to the square which I avoid and there are changes in some of the established places with I feel were not, necessarily for the better. I understand that businesses need to compete to be successful, but the overall feeling and attitude over the last few years has left me feeling more and more alienated from Square Life as it changes.
My favorite time to be there (in the Square) is early, Saturday mornings before my shift at the VFW. It's quiet and cozy.
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Date: 2005-05-26 04:42 pm (UTC)no subject
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Date: 2005-05-26 05:10 pm (UTC)Downtown Wine and Spirits is another great place. : )
There are many newer additions to the square which I avoid and there are changes in some of the established places with I feel were not, necessarily for the better. I understand that businesses need to compete to be successful, but the overall feeling and attitude over the last few years has left me feeling more and more alienated from Square Life as it changes.
My favorite time to be there (in the Square) is early, Saturday mornings before my shift at the VFW. It's quiet and cozy.