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3/3/2026 5:30pm

The first time I ate at RED HOG was in 2000. I thought it was new. This notion was reinforced by all of the new shiny stuff inside. At that juncture they had been open for quite some time. The level of cleanliness surpassed anything I had ever seen before. The place looked new! Shiny stainless steel, well-groomed staff. Tables were clean. Menus new and clean, no sticky vinyl covers. No burned-out light bulbs.

Service was quick, accurate and team oriented.

The pizza oven and other cooking elements were spotless. So much so, that they could easily be thought of as new.

Watching the care and pride of the ever-present owner added an intangible feeling of pride.

The dining area is very small. I would use the word intimate and warm. RED HOG uses many aspects of "European" and "Non-Ostentatious" configurations, with respect. Clearly designed for a "Family" style of dining. Most areas are clearly designed to encourage comradery and entertainment.

Food Quality: *****

Out of this world. Every Item oozed pride. Clearly, RED HOG's brilliant interpretation of why food is so important. A celebration of the simple "Goodness" that comes with honesty. Honesty that is focused on their friends and many guests.

Cleanliness: *****

Clearly Effective. Some areas of the dining area show signs of vigorous scrubbing. Stainless steel surrounding the hood fan looks new. The whole place looks new!

Service: *****

Flawless, interesting and team oriented. Good communication Great staff!

Price: $$$

Not cheap. You get what you pay for though.

Over-all: *****

RED HOG exceeded my expectations, by a mile.

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PUBLIX (LOUISVILLE, KY)

Total surprise. Every bite was like a tiny Mariachi Band in my mouth!

Cost: $9.99

QDOBA BETTER BE WORRIED! A grocery store is creating REAL food. By real, I mean authentic!

PUBLIX's offerings are interesting, unique and tasty! The composition of most offerings are great!

Fresh cilantro goes a long way with me. The sides, sauces and flavors are extraordinarily well balanced and display a rare insight into the importance of creativity. FRESH avocados? I am hooked! A well-crafted maritage of Bajío street food and the integrity of the Culinary Institute of America.

Real Forks! Earth friendly containers! and the rare yet beautiful "Frijoles Borrachos"!

Give me a fork that is solid and sturdy! They encapsulated my sauce container in a bit of plastic wrap! A zero-fail sauce system!

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