Victor's 1959

It's Wednesday and we are on our usual mid-week escapade with Mike and Anita and can't think of where to go.  Then somebody suggests Victor's 1959.  We have been trying to go there for a long time, but every time we get there (usually after our run Saturday or Sunday morning) the place is jam-packed so we end up going across the street to the Grad Cafe (not that that is a bad alternative).

The place is small with graffiti all over the walls giving it a very informal and welcoming atmosphere.  as we arrive there is a little wait, so we seat at the bar and chat with the bartender.  As we get to the table, our booth has duct tape covering a crack and somehow it seems very fitting to the place.  Nobody cares.   The service is quick and very friendly.  We are really having a good time.

The menu is appetizing and I make the mistake of not following a patron's recommendation to order the picadillo, which looked very good.  The food looked great, but would not score more than a 6.5 out of ten.  Still, the place is fun, the staff is friendly and the prices are very low.

Seems like I may need to come back for the picadillo after all.