Today I worked in McCandless and since I was close, I made plans to visit The Block at Northway afterwards. I would check out ULTA since Sara and I are going to shop there in the Fall and make a Target run to buy some makeup. Those experiences I’ll talk about in the following blog.
After I left work I went shopping at Old Navy (one of my personal favorite stores) and then it was off to lunch at Wahlburgers in the Block at Northway. I was hoping it was worth the money and worth the hype. Here’s my review of this hip new chain that is run by the Wahlberg family (including Mark and Donnie).
I walked into Wahlburgers after touring the Block at Northway (the mall looks so nice and it was the first time I’d been in there since they completed it). I was seated quickly by the greeter and the server took my order within a matter of minutes. It was a busy Friday afternoon lunch rush so I was patient with the staff. I had my lunch in good time. The server was friendly as well. I give service a 9/10.
The food was slightly above average. I loved the basket that the fries came in. The burger I ordered was “Donnie’s Choice”, a BBQ burger with white cheddar, jalapeños, barbecue sauce, bacon, and avocado spread. The flavor was there (I didn’t really taste the avocado spread though) but the portion size was a little small compared to my last couple of meals (the fish sandwich at NPL was hard to top as well as the Reuben from Morelands). We’re all due for a letdown sometime. I also the fries could have used some seasoning salt (like Red Robin). I give the food a 6.5/10. Taste was great but size was fair.
The noise in the restaurant gave off the impression that was a busy place (it was lunchtime after all). It was cooler indoors then it was outside. It didn’t impact my dining experience at all though. I give the atmosphere a 7.5/10 overall.
I fell in love with the decor. Above where I was seated, it shows every movie and act Donnie and Mark were a part of. For my New Kids on the Block fans, there is mention of the band. I noticed a lot of Steelers memorabilia as well. Here’s a nice picture of the Wahlberg family. I didn’t know the brothers came from a big family either. The things that you learn. I give decor a 9/10.
The menu looked pretty packed. There’s many things to choose from. This place is known for its frappes as well. That root beer float would have hit the spot on a hot day. I’ll give their fish sandwich a try as well. I believe in love and second chances and I’d like to give Wahlburgers another go around sometime. Maybe I’ll try the one in Robinson next. I give the menu a 9/10.
Overall, my first experience at Wahlburgers wasn’t bad. A few kinks here and there but I’m definitely giving this place another try. Maybe when we do our ULTA trip I can talk Sara into coming here. We will see. Final Grade: B-
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