Chick-Fil-A

59th Ave and Thunderbird

on the North west Conner

 

 

My first thought whenever I think Chick-Fil-A is Eat more chicken. Hahahaha, gosh, such a great add campaign. I do believe it does the job. But this is not a post about funny adds on TV or Billboards. Its about a New born member of the franchise that's just turned 6 weeks old. But this is not a post about buildings and parking lots, nor is it a post about the brand new uniforms behind the counter that seem almost formal like. No, this is a post about the Owners and the staff they have assembled to serve their patrons. The truth of the matter is, that we really do live in a very cynical and un-appreciating and selfish world. But once in a while were you least expect it you find the beautiful presents of God through the spirit of the person you are talking with and at first I started to speak only of the co-owner, Lisa. But then, I realized that it was in every single person that I encountered in this small yet amazing place. I was greeted at the door and though I didn't think at the time was the Co-owner, but she was. Lisa held the door for us and made sure we were helped at the order counter. The woman behind the counter was so personable and kind that for a moment I forgot where I was. This place certainly didn't have a fast food feel for starters. Okay, say that 7 times fast. Hahaha. That one just showed up out of the back of my brain. Every single employee was so nice and concerned with our food and comfort that this Chick Fil-A was somehow filled with the light of spirit. Yes you heard me correctly, Spirit.  Kind, Giving, Gentle, Caring love thy neighbor kind of Spirit. That even came with a god bless you after we completed our meal. Yes that day I discovered the spirit of God can even be found in a Chick-Fil-A fast-food-restaurant. The Co-owner Lisa made that a wonderful part of our meal and day. So my avid readers. Yes this post is about a wonderful eatery, that by the way has such absolutely delicious food and the people that built it have very beautiful Christian hearts. And let me make it clear. I have no apologies for any of those that read this post if the Topic has a sprinkle of spirit and the warmth of God in it. I was not born, taught, or raised to be politically correct. I am a very proud Christian and will not make room in my country for others feelings, just because they choose to disagree with my beliefs. Live your way but I urge all of my readers to please just go and see for yourself. It's an amazingly healing place 

 

Chick-Fil-A Co-owner and guardian angel Lisa was a bright smile of Christian love.

 

I need to eat more chicken.

Tell Lisa the Disabled Dinner sent you.

Markus the Disabled Dinner "God Bless"

AYS  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

The Good Egg/First Watch

Park Central Mall.

 

 

Though it's a little rough around the edges and ever so slightly dated. TGE, now FW, Is one of my old standards for good food, great service and an awesome patio breakfast area that gives you a early morning city scape to enjoy whilst sipping there Bold roast and reading the paper. In this case the if it ain't broke don't fix it line is on target. Sure it may need a touch of some decorator to come in a spend some time on the Banquets, table seating and flooring, but I an a bit of a consistency kinda guy. Oh sure I can change but it may take small increments to adjust with my comfort zone. The great thing about TGE/FW is the food is Consistently great and so is the service. The British style Banger breakfast sausage links are delicious and the home fries are my favorite. Throw in the sourdough toast or the Off the charts French toast or perhaps the amazing Eggs Benedict and your morning is gonna be a Good one. They don't mind my picky demeanor sometimes like making my Cinnamon French toast lightly battered and crispy. And don't ask me how but it always seems they are constantly brewing pots of fresh coffee just for me. LOL. It hit's my table usually within 60 seconds of seating somehow. And that's where the service part comes in. Coffee, a smile, calm patients coupled with fast response and hot food with attentive staff and management makes for a good way to start my day. Seems to also be a great place to socialize and relax. Makes me feel like the whole world isn't completely internet and Face book communicating after all. And that it's still okay to smile at another table and say good morning or strike up a conversation with the person seated across from you. And with the weather being so great right now. Take my suggestion and try the patio the next time your in the mood to find a comfortable spot and just enjoy. The Good Egg/First Watch.

 

 

See you at First light on the patio with the heaters on and coffee in my hand.

Til then.

 

Markus

The Disabled Dinner

AYS

 

 

 

 





 Streets of New York pizza

&

Broasted Chicken 

5843 W. Thunderbird Rd.

This is the one.

 

 

Well I was rollin in New York. Rollin with my wheel's 10 feet of the ground. Oops, ok I know what your thinking. 16 bars or less right but i'm all good, the lyrics are different. Ok listen up. When I want Pizza, I want Pizza my wayyyyyy.  Oops, All right, all right. I'll do my job now and just stick to Spreadin the new's. Ok seriously now. I really want to spread the news about Ali's Streets of New York Pizza, at Thunderbird and Fifty ninth Ave. I have always liked Streets of New York Pizza especially their Build your own and wings deals. I'm no stranger to the place. But this is the first time sense I've been disabled that I've been in one. But Going out to eat is not just about franchise continuity. It's about the care that the owner puts into the place they represent. Surely the business is a reflection of the owner. That what really makes this particular Streets really stand out from the rest of the pack. Ali, that's the New owner, is an amazing young lady that carries her passion for customer service and satisfaction above and beyond the rest. The food well to be specific Peperoni and Italian Sausage pizza and mild bone in wings were cooked to perfection. And no skimping on the toppings either. Which put me in a New York state of mind. Oh just go with it, even if it's not that funny. Blue cheese and ranch were brought to the table in plentiful amounts. The free Passion Bread with chucky Marinara sauce was absolutely delicious. The Chianti was fruity but subtle and refreshing to the palette for you wine lovers, oh and served at the correct temperature not chilled to the point you can't taste the essence of the wine. But what really made the visit was the personal touch that Ali brought to the table. She greeted us personally at the door and seated us. She introduced us to our Waitress, instead of the typical brush and dash, "Your waitress will be right with you" line. Ashley was are waitress and the service was absolutely impeccable. Ali came to check on the progress of our enjoyment of the meal thrice. After we finished she came back to see us off. During our luncheon I originally started with the House wine called Redhead. Just a bit to sharp up front for me. So when I requested a possible change in selection before I could even get the word out I was treated to a sample of Chianti and subsequently brought out a glass once I gave the thumbs up on the new choice at no added cost.  The doors are just a bit heavy for some to get in but Ali the owner came out to help I just got in before she could get to it. The dinning area is so large and the tables are placed to nearly accommodate a power chair and a half through the separation spaces. Very easy to navigate through even for the inexperienced operator. Accessing the restrooms is very easy. Just towards the back past the private room which is really cool by the way. complete with 4 tables and direct access to the kitchen from the back of the restaurant. The hall to your right then a sharp left will put you where you need to be. Once inside there is a bit of a tight turn into the disabled stall which is to code but still takes some attention to control. So when you are in the mood for some real hospitality and Pizza with flavor. They say the neon lights are bright on Broadway on Broadway. But not as bright as Ali's smile. Drop by and enjoy.

 

And tell Ali the Disabled Diner sent you.

Keep smiling it doesn't hurt

Markus

The Disabled Diner
AYS
P.S. Ali's in the Red shirt.