Millennials are killing casual dining chain restaurants

[Bamabuzzard]

But seriously the casual dining chain restaurant is nothing to get worked up over...I'm glad my generation is killing it. The world doesn't really need Chili's or Applebee's. I'd rather have more locally owned businesses even if the turnover is higher...

Believe it or not, there was a time when Applebee's and Chili's served above average food. I remember during my college years (1994-99) Chili's being highly popular with the young folks of that day. They used to serve some excellent hamburgers and appetizers. My favorite (which long has been taken off the menu) was the mushroom swiss burger. But they are a shell of what they once were. Quality and portions have taken a massive hit to higher labor costs, food costs and other variables.

 

[CajunCrimson]

https://www.wsj.com/articles/why-old-timey-jobs-are-hot-again-1496754001

Great article from Wall Street Journal -- of where Millennials are viewing jobs such as bartenders, butchers, barbers -- as "desirable" --

In his new book “Masters of Craft: Old Jobs in the New Urban Economy,” Mr. Ocejo examines the forces driving a resurgence of occupations such as butcher and bartender among young middle-class urbanites. A similar dynamic is at work with a handful of other jobs, including craft brewer, bookbinder, furniture maker and fishmonger.

Millennials are drawn to these occupations, in part, as a reaction to “the ephemerality of the digital age,” says Mr. Ocejo, a sociology professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice and the City University of New York Graduate Center.

Distinct from many of today’s most vaunted jobs in fields like information technology and financial services, these trades “are based in using your hands, with actual tools and materials, to provide a tangible concrete product,” he says.

Interesting....

 

[Jon]

Believe it or not, there was a time when Applebee's and Chili's served above average food. I remember during my college years (1994-99) Chili's being highly popular with the young folks of that day. They used to serve some excellent hamburgers and appetizers. My favorite (which long has been taken off the menu) was the mushroom swiss burger. But they are a shell of what they once were. Quality and portions have taken a massive hit to higher labor costs, food costs and other variables.

I don't think the quality has changed, you've just matured enough to now realize how crappy it is. I used to think the exact same thing about Applebee's and Chili's during my college years which were just before yours.

 

[MattinBama]

My favorite (which long has been taken off the menu) was the mushroom swiss burger.

Same here. One of the reasons I rarely go now.

 

[CajunCrimson]

I don't think the quality has changed, you've just matured enough to now realize how crappy it is. I used to think the exact same thing about Applebee's and Chili's during my college years which were just before yours.

The quality has changed drastically -- mostly evident on the proteins.....their chicken is garbage now.

 

[DzynKingRTR]

I thought Carrabas was good until I had a roommate that worked there. We got a lot of free lasagne for 4 years. I hate that place now. I also liked the Marietta Diner, now not so much. Tastes change

 

[MattinBama]

The quality has changed drastically -- mostly evident on the proteins.....their chicken is garbage now.

Not the best food to start with in the first place but my wife used to love the Chicken Crispers but they definitely don't taste the same anymore even from 5-10 years ago.

 

[Bamabuzzard]

Not the best food to start with in the first place but my wife used to love the Chicken Crispers but they definitely don't taste the same anymore even from 5-10 years ago.

Exactly, these places weren't designed to be gourmet, "top shelf" establishments. They filled a niche for smaller town people who wanted a better quality meal than McDonalds, but also not have to settle for the "Western Sizzlin"/"Golden Corral" buffet on a Saturday night that a lot of small towns are stuck with. But the little quality they did offer has taken a massive hit over the last 5-10 years.

I don't think my taste buds have matured that much. I still think fried chicken livers wrapped in white bread and dipped in gravy is a meal fit for a king. LOL!

 

[CajunCrimson]

Exactly, these places weren't designed to be gourmet, "top shelf" establishments. They filled a niche for smaller town people who wanted a better quality meal than McDonalds, but also not have to settle for the "Western Sizzlin"/"Golden Corral" buffet on a Saturday night that a lot of small towns are stuck with. But the little quality they did offer has taken a massive hit over the last 5-10 years.

I don't think my taste buds have matured that much. I still think fried chicken livers wrapped in white bread and dipped in gravy is a meal fit for a king. LOL!

 

[CrimsonNagus]

Anyone know where you can get a good steak in Montgomery that isn't from a chain?


The poster formerly known as RollTide1017

 

[MattinBama]

Anyone know where you can get a good steak in Montgomery that isn't from a chain?

I have been bereft of steak since Ox Yoke in Wetumpka closed.

Some people may say Firebirds in East Chase (a chain, but not major recognized national chain) but I've never had the steak there. The other food was pretty good however. The casino in Wetumpka is really proud of their steaks in their high-end restaurant Fire but I've yet to hear of anyone saying it was worth the $40-60 just for the meat. The rib eye at the lower end restaurant Grill was decent though.

 

[92tide]

Exactly, these places weren't designed to be gourmet, "top shelf" establishments. They filled a niche for smaller town people who wanted a better quality meal than McDonalds, but also not have to settle for the "Western Sizzlin"/"Golden Corral" buffet on a Saturday night that a lot of small towns are stuck with. But the little quality they did offer has taken a massive hit over the last 5-10 years.

I don't think my taste buds have matured that much. I still think fried chicken livers wrapped in white bread and dipped in gravy is a meal fit for a king. LOL!

i love fried chicken livers

 

[RTR91]

Anyone know where you can get a good steak in Montgomery that isn't from a chain?


The poster formerly known as RollTide1017

If you're brave and are willing to deal with the smugness, join the "Lunch in the Gump" Facebook group and ask.

 

[Bamabuzzard]

i love fried chicken livers

I'm very leery of people who don't like them. Can't trust'em. :biggrin:

 

[DzynKingRTR]

i love fried chicken livers

I'm very leery of people who don't like them. Can't trust'em. :biggrin:

You need to see a doctor. There is something seriously wrong with your tastebuds.

 

[CajunCrimson]

You need to see a doctor. There is something seriously wrong with your tastebuds.

It's like eating fried dirty sand.....

 

[seebell]

My Daddy loved necks ,fried livers and gizzards. Not this boy!

 

[Bamabuzzard]

You need to see a doctor. There is something seriously wrong with your tastebuds.

If eating fried chicken livers is wrong I don't want to be right. :biggrin:

 

[CajunCrimson]

If eating fried chicken livers is wrong I don't want to be right. :biggrin:

Millennial Flash Quiz - Who is this woman?



....ignore the name in the upper left corner -- that's the name of the Photographer -- like Olan Mills....

 

[Crimson1967]

The parent company of Joe's Crab Shack has filed for Chapter 11.

http://www.al.com/business/index.ssf/2017/06/joes_crab_shacks_parent_compan.html#incart_river_home


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