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chef Member
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 Pick the type of restaurant you would most like to have in oakridge. For example--Mediterranean-American with Brown Bagging. What's your opinion? |
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Starcatchr Member 
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American or continental! We have so many Italian, Asian, Mexican and sub shops close by that we sure don't need another. Don't get me wrong - I support all of the above on occasion, but would like a varied menu, table service, a place to have a nice quiet dinner with friends. Village Tavern type. Thanks for asking! |
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WHE Member 
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I would prefer something similar to Olympic in K'ville with a variety of foods including meats and veggies. Good stuff! |
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Cracker Jax Member 
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I haven't heard of Olympic. I don't know what kind of food/prices they have, so it might be worth a try! There's a family diner type place in Kville also. I can't remember for the life of me what it's called though. Seems like the word "plaza" has something to do with the name maybe.... I don't know. And maybe it's on 66(?) somewhere down near the pizza hut.... Anyway, they have a varied menu and very affordable prices. I like the Village Tavern too Starcatchr, but I'd like to see something that I could afford to take the family to. Last time we all ate at the Village Tavern it cost us well over 100 bucks. Of course the Cheesecake might have driven the price up a bit..... But then who can go to the Tavern and not eat the cheesecake??? |
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bama80 Member 
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Theres a place in raleigh that I would drive to the end of the earth for called the Village Draft House. There are now several of them in the Triangle but they have the best burgers. They also have like 20 beers on tap. I used to like Rockola burgers (you know thick juicy, flavorful) but Rockola hasnt kept up with that standard it seems. The Village Draft house is the best burger I have ever had in my life. I would love to see a place like this in this area. Oh with Huge-o-mongous TVs also. oh and they also have numerous other foods and appetizers including fried pickles. The Vilalge Draft house is located in cameron Village which is between wade avenue and hillsborough st. |
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StewartM Member 
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How about a Bacon Bar and Grill.. .. All meals could be served with bacon...Bacon Chicken...Bacon fish....Bacon taco...Bacon chops...Bacon pasta....Bacon steak....and don't forget our own Bacon Ice Cream.....Pappy could run the Bar.....  It would be a different ..... |
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bama80 Member
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Someone mentioned the idea of a hot dog place. Sounds like a weiner. |
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Jim Flynt Member
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StewartM wrote: Pappy could run the Bar..... Mister Mike, somehow I can't see Pappy just running the bar. I can also see all your profits going down the drain (so to speak) if Pappy is the bartender. But to say the least, he would no doubt be the best and most well loved bartender in town. You might even consider naming it 'Cooters'....... Last edited on Mar 14th, 2007 02:15 pm by Jim Flynt |
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Starcatchr Member
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Jim Flynt wrote: You might even consider naming it 'Cooters'....... Yeah! a sports bar - of sorts. Well, it could offer big screen games like roof dancing, penglin racing, buffler shooting and chickie herding and such. |
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S. Smith Moderator
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bama80 wrote: Someone mentioned the idea of a hot dog place. Sounds like a weiner. Perhaps one of our noted county commissioners would open another one of his Dog Houses out here. |
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macca Member 
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Hate to be a spoiler here, but there are a couple of really good hot dog joints in K'ville, so we don't have far to go to get a good dog now! Doss' is right on 150 just before you get to the big city, and unless it has gone downhill since I was last there, they have great dogs and ice cream!!! ♥♥♥ If we only get to choose one, I'd rather it be something we don't already have easy access to... Like a good home cooked foods place, not just sandwiches. Ooooh, I know! A cafeteria, like K&W! |
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WHE Member
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macca wrote: If we only get to choose one, I'd rather it be something we don't already have easy access to... Like a good home cooked foods place, not just sandwiches. Macca, I totally agree with you! Some delicious home cooking would be much appreciated! I think it would be hugely successful. |
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Skiddles Member 
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Home cooked meals has my interest... not a greasy spoon type. Maybe a menu that includes fresh cooked in-season veggies. Yummmm, I'm ready for some fresh beans, real smashed potatoes and sliced tomatoes! Chicken pot pie, a good meat loaf and homemade stew for those chilly days like today. |
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Skiddles Member
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It would be an Irish stew today! |
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Jim Flynt Member
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Edited by Poster. Last edited on Aug 5th, 2007 11:39 am by Jim Flynt |
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Skiddles Member
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I'll be heading to Raleigh in a few days, so thanks for the recommendation. I'll go to the Village Draft house now... Can't wait to try it, I love to go to new places! |
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bama80 Member
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Oh i went on saturday.. It was jsut as good as I remembered it. Nice to see they are working on an expansion. Let me know what you think! I hope you find it as good as I do! |
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bama80 Member
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Oh and Jim, I read the last page first and missed your post- glad you liked it. I absolutely cannot go anywhere near Raleigh without eating there. yeah the prices aren't bad and they do great variety of foods to choose from. -I always have to get a burger though. |
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Stonefree Member 
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I have several 1. a decent brew pub like natty greene's 2. an indian place, i needs my curry! 3. a nice, quiet, evening dining place. Elizabeth's and Rio are good restaurants but loud on any given night. Steven "Anonymous Poster" Lantz -- Stonefree |
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BreBre Member 
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I think a Cracker Barrell would be great in OR. I heard someone say that they only build Cracker Barrell along side of interstates tho.  BreBre |
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Queue Member 
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I would love to see a Cracker Barrel in town. (Lord knows that I don't really need that, though. I'd be broke and fat in a week. All those biscuits, you know.) I'd love to see a Chic-fil-a opened up somewhere nearby, as well. |
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BreBre Member
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Queue wrote: I would love to see a Cracker Barrel in town. (Lord knows that I don't really need that, though. I'd be broke and fat in a week. All those biscuits, you know.) They do have the best biscuits. I get the old timers when I eat there LOL. You can't go wrong with a Chic-fil-a. Their Cookies & Cream milkshakes are the BEST! Gosh I love food  BreBre |
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Queue Member
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BreBre wrote: They do have the best biscuits. I get the old timers when I eat there LOL. You can't go wrong with a Chic-fil-a. Their Cookies & Cream milkshakes are the BEST! Gosh I love food And the service at Chic-fil-a is always so good. Just an all-around nice place to eat, really. |
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Cracker Jax Member
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BreBre and Queue! How could you mention the Cracker Barrel and NOT mention the hash brown casserole???? I'm sure it was just an oversight. |
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Queue Member
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Cracker Jax wrote:
*embarassed* I've never had it. It's good, then? |
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BreBre Member
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I can't believe I forgot that. I LOVE the casserole! I think I will just get a plate of that and a bowl of grits next time. Yummy! BreBre |
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TCat Member 
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How about something other than another chain restaurant? Something a bit nicer that has good quality food and a unique menu. Something you can't find in about 15 other places around town and that you can't find in every town across America serving the same boring super sized, high fat, low quality food? We need to more imaginative in our dining-out choices and support local businesses who buy local ingredients rather than having pre-prepared frozen food trucked in. It breaks my heart to see the line in the new drive through every day. I'd rather drive 10 miles than go there. Green Valley Grill is a great example. |
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Cracker Jax Member
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BreBre wrote: I can't believe I forgot that. I LOVE the casserole! I think I will just get a plate of that and a bowl of grits next time. Yummy!
You're right TCat. Something different would be nice. |
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Starcatchr Member
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TCat wrote: How about something other than another chain restaurant? Something a bit nicer that has good quality food and a unique menu. Something you can't find in about 15 other places around town and that you can't find in every town across America serving the same boring super sized, high fat, low quality food? TCat, you read my mind. We have been brain-washed by and addicted to fast food chains. I'm the first to admit that fried food is my downfall. Love the taste, hate the guilt. Can't give up my bacon, though. Green Valley Grill is a favorite, although is it a little pricey for a family? I'm not sure of the price range. A restaurant that offers a good sandwich sans fries or chips, fresh salads, as well as full dinners would be nice. And, maybe the prices could be affordable for all if the portions were not designed for two! |
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StewartM Member
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Cracker Jax wrote:
Cracker I'm glad me and Pappy teaching you something....... |
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macca Member
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Starcatchr wrote:Can't give up my bacon, though. Oh, Mr. Mike!! It looks like you have lots of friends!!♥♥♥ |
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StewartM Member
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Macca I knew a Bacon restaurant would be a hit....... |
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TCat Member
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Starctchr, I agree, Green Valley Grill is for a "night out" due to the prices. But I was mostly using them as an inspirational example. If we can't get a privately owned place and another chain was to go in, I would like Bear Rock Cafe or Sweet Tomatoes. They have plenty of good fresh food that doesn't scare me like the chains do and provides a lighter option to what we currently have. |
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Cracker Jax Member
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StewartM wrote: Cracker Jax wrote:
Now Bear Rock is a good idea TCat! Great soups and sandwiches. Love the chicken salad! |
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Steve Adkins Member 
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Cracker Jax wrote: Now Bear Rock is a good idea TCat! Great soups and sandwiches. Love the chicken salad! Agreed CJ......Bear Rock "Rocks" |
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Baseball Buddy Member 
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JAMS DELI. Chris and the crew make a great sandwich. |
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Cracker Jax Member
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Where's Jams Deli Baseball Buddy? I heard them on the radio the other mornin' talkin' to Jack Murphy and I was wonderin' where it is...... |
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Baseball Buddy Member
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Friendly Ave. Across from Guilford College. They started out in the building where Boston Market is and then moved a half a block west several years ago. Chris has been in business since 1988 I think. Great soup and sandwiches. |
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StewartM Member
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Jam's is good...........nice club sandwich Last edited on Mar 22nd, 2007 11:57 am by StewartM |
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bama80 Member
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good burgers also |
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BreBre Member
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LOL I like Turkey Bacon BreBre Cracker Jax wrote: BreBre wrote:I can't believe I forgot that. I LOVE the casserole! I think I will just get a plate of that and a bowl of grits next time. Yummy! |
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S. Smith Moderator
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TCat wrote: Starctchr, I agree, Green Valley Grill is for a "night out" due to the prices. But I was mostly using them as an inspirational example. If we can't get a privately owned place and another chain was to go in, I would like Bear Rock Cafe or Sweet Tomatoes. They have plenty of good fresh food that doesn't scare me like the chains do and provides a lighter option to what we currently have. TCat, what's Sweet Tomatoes? I'm not familiar with it. |
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bama80 Member
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salad palce. Also has some soups and healthy pastas. check out their menu. http://www.sweettomatoes.com/locations/restaurant.asp?store_id=85&store_name=Cary |
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StewartM Member
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bama80 wrote: salad palce. Also has some soups and healthy pastas. Now Bama do you expect us to eat at a place like that.......We need a good red meat steak place, then we can have some salad with our meal.... ....after the cheese fries ..... |
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bama80 Member
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Hey, I've never eaten at a place like that. I wasn't the one that suggested it. I just know how to use the internet. haha.... My wife likes sweet tomatoes though. |
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chef Member
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Good Job TCat and Starcatchr, your both close to the prize. Their were some kind words for some local operators and I appreciate those very much. Our group is dedicated to creating a family restaurant that supports sustainable agriculture and offers a way of life that is void of the ideas that "Big Chain" marketing departments have programmed into our heads. We believe in very good food at very affordable prices. To do this requires lot's of capital, an above average business plan, a suitable location and a supporting local population. Most people go out to eat within 10 miles of their homes. We grew up with Andy and Barney after eating mom's home cooking. We played outside, didn't have cell phones or video games and were expected to attend college. So, in the interest of reviving old times, would you or would you not support a local restaurant who's goal is to provide great food, easy service, family atomsphere and all at a reasonable price? P.S we also love bacon and realize that when we purchase a quality steak for 2 at the teeter, we'll spend at least 16$ if it's on sale, 25$ if it's not and we'll drop another 100$ on groceries we may or may not need. It happens almost all the time. |
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StewartM Member
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Chef if you got bacon and steak I will be there............ With our kids out of the house we eat out about everyday. We do support our local business Hope to see you open soon....... |
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FatPappy Member 
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Sounds good to me. You know Pappy'll be there. Specially if Mr Mike's buyin'. |
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StewartM Member
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Pappy you bring your sauce and I'll buy on opening day...... |
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Starcatchr Member
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Chef, it sounds FINE. We'll get a group together for opening night and after. |
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FatPappy Member
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StewartM wrote:Pappy you bring your sauce and I'll buy on opening day...... That's a deal! Fire it up, chef! We's hongry! |
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Baseball Buddy Member
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Did somebody say "Bacon and steak" ? I am ready!! |
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StewartM Member
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Pappy we better get seated before BB......They may run out of bacon.... Chef you might need a bigger walk in cooler...... |
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TCat Member
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Chef, Sounds good to me. I like using local/fresh/organic ingredients in my home cooking where ever possible and like my restaurants to do the same. You may know the "Slow Food" group - we support that. We can definitely drop some cash at Whole Foods or Fresh Market or Earthfare. And I prefer good to fast. I'm all for a good steak (especially grilled over fire not gas) but I'm tired of not having more options made with fresh seasonal foods close by. There's only so much fried and cheese heavy food I can stand. I love supporting local vendors of meats, cheeses, honey and veggies, etc. We have great resources close by, let's see what some of these cooks can make! |
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S. Smith Moderator
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Chef, are you planning to open something in Oak Ridge or this area anytime soon? |
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FatPappy Member
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I think we all need to go over to TCat's place 'long about suppertime while we wait fer Chef to get goin'. Last edited on Apr 1st, 2007 11:42 pm by FatPappy |
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TCat Member
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The Piedmont Farmer's Market was open this weekend. It was chilly but we got some hydroponic lettuce, lovely soaps from the honey guy, a great deal on tomato, squash and pepper seedlings, some fresh goat cheese from Goat Lady Dairy and bread and a pumpkin whoopie pie (for breakfast) from Hoestetlers. Yum! I can't wait for the fresh corn and berries. |
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ff12 Member 
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That new French place "the McCafe" put like half the amount of french fries in the exquisite cardboard container than what I should have received. I did not know french places had drive thrus/ And no i did not drive al the way backto get my french fried potatoes. |
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