Gentlemen Gene's Pub — Restaurant in Mount Vernon

This is not a review for food; the food tonight was fine - when it finally came out an hour and a half after we sat down. This review is for the absolutely unforgivable lack of communication and horrendous lack of service. We came as a group of 6, four adults and 2 children under 5. Place wasn't slammed, but it was dinner time - I get it. We sat down, ordered drinks and food, and waited. For 1.5 hours. Our server came over once in the middle and apologized once for the delay. What we eventually found out, was there was only one person in the kitchen, and a large group of about 10 had just ordered before we sat down. My objection here is the lack of communication from the staff. If we had been told after sitting down that it would most likely be an hour or more wait, we would have been able to make a decision if we were willing to wait. With 2 hungry kids, waiting at a table for 1.5 hours is not a great time. I understand, and sympathize, with being short staffed. Honest communication with your customers will keep them coming back, even if they choose to pass for a night. Now, we won't ever be back. I would highly caution anyone choosing to dine here, ask where you are in line before...

Very friendly staff, a place you can have a drink and bring your kids. They have recently re-done their outside dining area and it is very nice. Food is always good, not a complicated menu. A good place to go for a nice burger or sandwich, they also have some pretty nice specials as well, including sea food. I will say my partner wasn't impressed with the fish and chips...but I have been going by for several years now and have never had a complaint about the food. They have a pool table and several HD TV's playing sports and at first it feels stiff but once you meet the waitress/server, they do a good job of being friendly and making it feel homely. A great place to make your regular stop by after work for a drink and a nibble. Overall, good food, nice staff, good happy hour from 3-6. It's a nice place to stop by and try if you have never been, you won't be...

I had the Cobb salad and it was perfect. It didn't have an over abundance of lettuce so I didn't waste a bunch like at most places. I liked that the chicken was spread out with the lettuce and the other toppings (bacon, cheese, olives, egg, tomatos) had their own section. The garlic bread that came with it was great too. My boyfriend had oysters and it came with a good helping of breaded oysters that he really enjoyed. It also came with a salad. Fries, and garlic bread. It was a lot of food. Gentleman Gene's is off the beaten path and even though the name makes you think it might be a strip or poker club it's just a good Ole pub with a restaraunt. They serve 10 or so beers and ciders on tap and have a full wrap around bar. I recommend stopping in to have a meal or even...