A & W: Doomed?

[booger]

Now I'm confussed, what was aint, what aint is. Most of the board appears to be confussssssed.
So am I.
Heck, I'am still working on the anti smoking ban.

[Highwayman]

Originally Posted by booger

Now I'm confussed,....

You need a nice relaxing cigar.

[Detector]

Pay no attention to my often bias opinion. I tend to take issue with any small or large business that puts the all mighty $ above good old fashion Dodge City hospitality.

It seems that ALMOST every where you go now days communication is a problem. Well I suppose it's not such a problem for those who speak Spanish, and I realize they do now make up the majority of patrons, but, I get sick and tired of getting the wrong order simply because my business means less.

Put as many non intelligible English speaking employees in the back you want, but for the love of God use a little common sense when you choose an employee that needs to talk with the public. It just looks really bad not only to local people but visitors as well.

Plus I hold A&W to a higher standard than most other fast food drive In's. My mom managed the old A&W on Earp for many years. I know what a papa burger is supposed to taste like.

[Army_of_One]

Originally Posted by precious24

Is this it.......5 people dont make a difference......well i guess some of us dont have a job.

I beg to differ with you....one person can make a difference....5 people can make a helluva difference...especially if they are activist. A handful of us made a difference for 30 families at Thanksgiving.

[TexKan]

I'de say ten hut........ but you'd hit me back to my Pvt Benjimen daze...... LOL

So I'll say........... hooo haaaaah......... DodgeBoard Strong!!!...........

[Made in the USA]

Originally Posted by Army_of_One

Booger is a great guy with a great opinion...BUT, one person cannot save a business from going under, only the business itself can do that. The "no one will support business unless they serve rice and beans" is a pretty generalized, somewhat ignorant remark based on no fact and all personal opinion. El Charro serves "rice and beans" and last time I heard they had filed for Chapt 11 bankruptcy. Applebees and Montana Mikes serve neither rice or beans (well white rice) and they do well. Peppercorns is packed on some nights and they are not a "rice and bean" establishment.

The key is consistency and expectations. I have went to A & W on several occassions and sometimes it's good and sometimes it is bad. Sometimes the service is great, sometimes it sucks....I believe that rings true for most places in this town. You can choose a time when their lot is full and sonic isn't but what counts is performance over a period of time. I'd be willing to bet that sonic takes in several times what A&W does.... I like the rootbeer at A&W so I go back about once a month or so.

I support businesses that are good and give a decent product with decent service. What more can you ask for. As far as the "rice and bean" establishment when the population is close to 70% hispanic wouldn't you think that the places to eat would mirror the population?

I see that there are a couple of people that this is their first post. I'm glad that you finally found something you are passionate enough about to speak up and be part of our board. Welcome.

Oh..and by the way... no one "bagged" on Booger, some just disagreed with his opinion as some will disagree with mine. It snot personal with booger...lol

This is "scary", but I gotta agree with Army!!

[Jolly Rancher]

I didn't like the choices in the poll. Great, Fair, Not Good.

Of course fast food is not great. Steak is great. Lobster is great.

I voted 'fair' but that is not a correct answer, just the closest to my choice. Kind of like when I voted for Bush. I chose the better of two evils. LOL

A&W is also not 'fair'. It is much better than MickeyDee's. I have never had a problem with the person taking the order only speaking Spanish. The orders have always been correct. Sometimes the food takes a little long. But you have to take into consideration the crowd and the number of people working the restaurant.

A&W has the best RootBeer. Hamburgers are always hot, french fries are always not. Prices are a bit steep for a family of four, but I can't get out of Arby's for less than $30.

I hope A&W stays around for quite some time.