I've been meaning to post this for a week or two, so here I am finally sharing these thoughts with you. The Cock 'n Bull started out in the basement of the building next to the Amoco on Rosewood. Right from the start, they offered a unique and interesting menu. I have heard tales of the Friday night Fish 'n Chips, which apparently sell out so you have to get there early. I've never made it! And, Cock 'n Bull is the official soccer HQ of Columbia. If you even kind of like the game, this is the place to come and watch it. And drink lots of good beer and eat good pub food. Now, they are in an old house on the corner of Rosewood and S. Edisto.
The feel is very familiar, comfortable and cozy in this old house. Great atmosphere and the owners are local Rosewood neighbors, so it's cool that they really know their customers.
Recently, Neil and I were able to rendez-vous for lunch. As you probably know, we are avid supporters of local businesses, especially restaurants. So, heading over to yet another great joint right in our neigborhood was a quick and easy choice.
As we entered from the side door, we were heartily greeted by Rod, the owner. I've tried many dishes on their menu, but am still navigating through it so I've been trying to order something different each time. Today, I chose the Shrimp Po' Boy & the housemade pub chips. The Mister decided on the Duck Wrap with a side of lima beans. (I know, right? But, it is one of the sides they offer!)
Neil's dish first:
it was a huge wrap, packed with roasted duck. Neil commented that the sandwich was quite good but could have benefited from a little additional seasoning. The limas were awesome. Sorry I don't have more details; I was preoccupied with my order and didn't quiz him too much.
My dish:
I loved the presentation of this sandwich so much! Using a whole romaine leaf impressed me and made the Po' Boy look very attractive. The tomatoes were also placed on the side of the roll, so the beautiful red color was visible and included in each bite. The shrimp were plump and perfectly cooked. Frying shrimp can easily hit overcooked in a heartbeat if you're not careful. These were just right. The pub chips were also noteworthy because it was evident they were fresh cut and they were actually cooked as "raw fries" or floppy, as Neil calls them. One of his pet peeves is places that claim to serve raw fries, but they are fried beyond recognition. He tells me a true "raw" fry is supposed to be "floppy." So, here the Cock 'n Bull totally delivers!
As we were finishing up, Rod came to our table to ask how our lunch was. We chatted about our kids, who all go to the same school, and the Youth YMCA soccer that has just gotten rolling for the Fall. If you appreciate being welcomed and known in a local establishment, Cock 'n Bull fits that bill. They are simply nice people, cooking good food, serving up a million awesome beers from all over the Earth and diggin' on some soccer. Two thumbs up...check it out for yourself.
The feel is very familiar, comfortable and cozy in this old house. Great atmosphere and the owners are local Rosewood neighbors, so it's cool that they really know their customers.
Recently, Neil and I were able to rendez-vous for lunch. As you probably know, we are avid supporters of local businesses, especially restaurants. So, heading over to yet another great joint right in our neigborhood was a quick and easy choice.
As we entered from the side door, we were heartily greeted by Rod, the owner. I've tried many dishes on their menu, but am still navigating through it so I've been trying to order something different each time. Today, I chose the Shrimp Po' Boy & the housemade pub chips. The Mister decided on the Duck Wrap with a side of lima beans. (I know, right? But, it is one of the sides they offer!)
Neil's dish first:
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it was a huge wrap, packed with roasted duck. Neil commented that the sandwich was quite good but could have benefited from a little additional seasoning. The limas were awesome. Sorry I don't have more details; I was preoccupied with my order and didn't quiz him too much.
My dish:
As we were finishing up, Rod came to our table to ask how our lunch was. We chatted about our kids, who all go to the same school, and the Youth YMCA soccer that has just gotten rolling for the Fall. If you appreciate being welcomed and known in a local establishment, Cock 'n Bull fits that bill. They are simply nice people, cooking good food, serving up a million awesome beers from all over the Earth and diggin' on some soccer. Two thumbs up...check it out for yourself.
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I like the sound of that duck wrap (or most anything else "duck" for that matter. And if you've been there and you haven't had the Shrimp Burger, you are really missing out...my favorite! I do enjoy the authenticity of great pub food and they like to mix it up every so often...not to mention a constant rotation of incredible imports and craft beers! Rod and Melissa are great hosts and the staff is just about as "neighborhood friendly" as it gets!
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