State Fare Kitchen & Bar

Good food, a little pricey but they have an easy menu to work with! The restaurant is clean and has a beautiful atmosphere! The service was standard, no problems but nothing that stood out.
It wasn’t a busy night but the server seemed rushed with our table.
Went for the dinner menu but I’m curious to see the brunch menu! I might possibly return to give it another try! Definitely recommend the green fried tomatoes as an appetizer if you want something crunchy and spicy! 🌶️

First time to this establishment.
I was impressed with the space and the seating options.
They have booths with dividers that give you privacy, long tables to accommodate 6-8 people, regular tables and chairs, and they also have a nice patio along the exterior of the restaurant. Our server was very attentive and friendly.
Our glasses were never empty. I had the wedge salad and the gumbo.
Both were very good.
The wedge salad looked more like a half head of lettuce verses a wedge; the portion was big.
It was topped with candied pecans, bacon and sliced cherry tomatoes.
I opted for no red onion.
I also am not a blue cheese fan, so I altered mine: no blue cheese crumbles, no blue cheese dressing, substitute with jalapeno ranch instead.
The gumbo was the perfect temperature with a nice piece of garlic bread.
It is a little spicy, but I enjoyed it.
My meal was very filling and tasted great! They have a full menu, so I will return to try more items. The restaurant was clean and the bathrooms well-tended. They have a room called the “Music Room”.
Loving music as I do, I peeked in and fond out if is a private room for parties.
I found out later, it is the only room they don’t play music in, so maybe they should change the name.
Speaking of music, the music they play in the common areas is great.
Lots of 80’s and light rock. Complimentary valet service is available.
Don’t forget to tip.
Regarding the valet, my only suggestion would be for them to tell the valet service to please not put their hands on the exterior windows of the cars.
Both my car and my friend’s car had a palm print on the driver side window.
This is very annoying especially if you just had your vehicle detailed.
I am not discrediting State Fare for this and wouldn’t dock them a star in my review, but it would be appreciated if something was mentioned. For an extra treat, visit during the holidays.
The Memorial City “Gateway” is nicely lit with pretty Christmas lights.

Great food! Nice decor and big portions! I would recommend this place for a good brunch and come with a healthy appetite because the plates are very generous with their portions.
The place looks clean and well kept.
They play music to the vibe is friendly and upbeat.
There is valet available and a parking garage for additional parking.

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