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Most Overrated / Most Underrated
Most Overrated / Most Underrated
We last did this topic in March 07 and it has received over 22,000 hits. Time to update.
The original post went like this:
“It is always interesting to me when folks almost sheepishly admit that THEIR experience with any of the iconic institutions or experiences of St. John did not live up to the hype for them or, maybe ain't what it used to be.
Makes me wonder how many don't speak up because they don't want to go against popular opinion. The caveat of course is that a mediocre anything in STJ is better than similar back in the real world.
Well, here is your chance to sound off. (No flaming allowed) For example, last year we finally hit the Miss Lucy Sunday brunch and were underwhelmed by the whole thing i.e. the "specials" that were anything but, the talent of the "jazz combo", etc.
Conversely, there are other things that maybe DON'T get the props they deserve, like Sun Dog Cafe in Mongoose Junction, who serve up consistently wonderful casual food and is great to combine with some shopping when we need a break from the midday sun. So good we hit it twice for lunch last year.
So what's your two cents ???”
Last time Skinnys took some big hits as “over-hyped” and other places like Tamarind Court were mentioned as “under-hyped”. Others spoke up about how much they like Trunk Bay.
That was then. What about now?
The original post went like this:
“It is always interesting to me when folks almost sheepishly admit that THEIR experience with any of the iconic institutions or experiences of St. John did not live up to the hype for them or, maybe ain't what it used to be.
Makes me wonder how many don't speak up because they don't want to go against popular opinion. The caveat of course is that a mediocre anything in STJ is better than similar back in the real world.
Well, here is your chance to sound off. (No flaming allowed) For example, last year we finally hit the Miss Lucy Sunday brunch and were underwhelmed by the whole thing i.e. the "specials" that were anything but, the talent of the "jazz combo", etc.
Conversely, there are other things that maybe DON'T get the props they deserve, like Sun Dog Cafe in Mongoose Junction, who serve up consistently wonderful casual food and is great to combine with some shopping when we need a break from the midday sun. So good we hit it twice for lunch last year.
So what's your two cents ???”
Last time Skinnys took some big hits as “over-hyped” and other places like Tamarind Court were mentioned as “under-hyped”. Others spoke up about how much they like Trunk Bay.
That was then. What about now?
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Throw me over the edge and let my spirit glide
Throw me over the edge and let my spirit glide
I'm with Shoemak38... Hightide is under rated. it's not spectacular but it's good food, great service and the people watching (on/off ferry) is highly entertaining.
Under Rated:
Hightide- I've always had a good lunch here (see comments above).
Over Rated:
Columbo Smoothie Truck- too expensive, service was really grumpy.
Shipwreck Landing- Lunch was good (special pulled pork sandwich) but our dinner was nothing fancy and the steak was absolutely not worth the money- even with the STJ mark up. Other people really love this place so we keep trying it but I have yet to get it.
Under Rated:
Hightide- I've always had a good lunch here (see comments above).
Over Rated:
Columbo Smoothie Truck- too expensive, service was really grumpy.
Shipwreck Landing- Lunch was good (special pulled pork sandwich) but our dinner was nothing fancy and the steak was absolutely not worth the money- even with the STJ mark up. Other people really love this place so we keep trying it but I have yet to get it.
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RJ in Wisconsin
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- Joined: Sat Oct 14, 2006 10:55 am
ScottB:
It's your own fault regarding your take on the ribs at Uncle Joe's BBQ
Ever since I made the ribs from the recipe you posted on this forum, it has ruined my tastebuds for ribs at any restaurant! My husband, who never cared for ribs, just devours them. They are always fall-off-the-bone tender & incredibly juicy. And the funniest part of all is how easy they are to make.
So, maybe that's the reason why you didn't think Uncle Joe's was all that.
Thanks for the recipe.
RJ
It's your own fault regarding your take on the ribs at Uncle Joe's BBQ
Ever since I made the ribs from the recipe you posted on this forum, it has ruined my tastebuds for ribs at any restaurant! My husband, who never cared for ribs, just devours them. They are always fall-off-the-bone tender & incredibly juicy. And the funniest part of all is how easy they are to make.
So, maybe that's the reason why you didn't think Uncle Joe's was all that.
Thanks for the recipe.
RJ
My dream is to live on St. John & vacation in Wisconsin(only in Summertime)!
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smilesfromMN
- Posts: 141
- Joined: Mon Jan 01, 2007 10:19 am
- Location: MN
over-rated:
Lime Inn
Smoothie Stand-put more booze in for goodness sakes!
underrated:
Sogos, especially the veggie plate
Candies
Beach Bar apps ( I know people like them, but they really are spectacular in my opinion)
Lime Inn
Smoothie Stand-put more booze in for goodness sakes!
underrated:
Sogos, especially the veggie plate
Candies
Beach Bar apps ( I know people like them, but they really are spectacular in my opinion)
"Sponges grow in the ocean...I wonder how much deeper it would be if that didn't happen."
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Xislandgirl
- Posts: 4163
- Joined: Tue Aug 08, 2006 4:03 pm
- Location: Slightly left of center
