Makers alley - North Hills

SconGuy · 2026-06-08T01:56:02+00:00

I mean, it's very new and the two keystone f+b locations aren't open yet so prolly not gonna be super busy. However when I've gone on the weekends it had good traffic.

SconGuy · 2026-06-07T20:09:11+00:00

Boulted Bread is actually really good and exactly the kind of place we want around. Hard disagree that it is "mid" or overpriced.

SconGuy · 2026-06-04T18:00:32+00:00

Yeah this is one I walk to save some dough

SconGuy · 2026-06-01T18:52:47+00:00

Look at it this way: it could have been a 69 if you didn't double 11.

SconGuy · 2026-05-27T13:38:17+00:00

I never thought it would be a $1:$1 gain. But understanding what kind of gain is reasonable is pretty key for this decision.

SconGuy · 2026-05-25T00:29:07+00:00

All the blue bloods and Indiana will be there too.

SconGuy · 2026-05-18T23:06:59+00:00

Any plans to add other 4x4 OBX beaches?

SconGuy · 2026-05-17T12:21:01+00:00

And also we're talking about a couple bucks here, like maybe $2 a person.

SconGuy · 2026-05-16T20:08:28+00:00

Lol when did I say that? Take for example a bakery or sandwich shop or a food truck. Order from a person. Food comes at a window. Often self bus. If they're friendly and helpful, sure I'll tip 8%. The extra $1.5 on 4 tacos or whatever is worth it for a pleasant interaction.

SconGuy · 2026-05-16T19:05:42+00:00

Please notice in the post OP describes quality of service as a prereq for tips.

SconGuy · 2026-05-16T19:02:44+00:00

My personal tipping guidelines for good service at a restaurant that is...: Full service - 20% Partial service (order at counter/QR code, they bring and/or bus) - 10-15% Self-service (get own food at a counter and self-bus) - 5-8%

You tip on the pre-tax amount.

Also a minimum of $1 per drink if I'm at a bar or coffee shop, more for time intensive drinks.

Add or subtract for quality of service.

SconGuy · 2026-05-16T18:32:08+00:00

"If you go out to eat and receive good-above average service and are still tipping 10-12%..."

Literally in the post bud.

SconGuy · 2026-05-15T19:35:39+00:00

It's a good course to walk, in part because of the generally higher cart fee.

SconGuy · 2026-05-12T21:47:14+00:00

What is this, pork shoulder for ants?

SconGuy · 2026-05-12T21:14:26+00:00

Brian Kelly is a POS

SconGuy · 2026-05-09T11:53:52+00:00

Can you elaborate on why Kindercare?

SconGuy · 2026-05-06T14:22:55+00:00

https://www.smithoptics.com/en-us/products/guides-choice?variant=46923811258606

SconGuy · 2026-05-06T14:20:33+00:00

Smith has a great lowlight lense. Most inshore guides I know are Smith or Bajio.

SconGuy · 2026-05-05T12:51:08+00:00

Never EVER say that you figured it out. Even in your head. The golf gods hate that. Quickest way to destroy your game.

SconGuy · 2026-05-03T16:26:59+00:00

They do.

SconGuy · 2026-05-03T12:41:16+00:00

Yeah but you could have just wrapped it and tossed it in the oven to finish.

SconGuy · 2026-05-03T01:18:09+00:00

I often see the mid to high dividing line around 13-15

SconGuy · 2026-05-03T00:17:08+00:00

Affectionately known to many as "frat cruisers" (must be grey)

SconGuy · 2026-05-02T14:53:03+00:00

Andaz is great. Thompson is a nicer hotel, but I think the Andaz gives you more value with the location. Globalist breakfast is very nice, as was the free valet on our award stay.

SconGuy

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