Whistle and Keg — Restaurant in Youngstown

I went to this establishment for an event that has been plugged for weeks about photography and social media. Well when I arrived I was informed that the event planner wasn't going to make it. I talked with the person who was to speak at the event and he apologized but he had been trying to get ahold of the planner, who happens to either own or manage the establishment, but she never answered his calls or texts. He actually had to ask the one employee working if she was coming in. Said employee (who wasn't very friendly or helpful) got ahold of her and said she wasn't coming. Needless to say the management of this place is questionable and staff personalities aren't very inviting. I will not spend another dime in this hole...

I've been waiting for a place like this to come to the area for awhile now and I can say the wait was certainly worth it. Whistle and Keg is the new "serve yourself" craft brew station that provides a larger selection of beers by cutting out costs of serving. I have experienced bars like this in other major cities and the execution of this place is spot on. The beers are plentiful, the process is painless, and the crowd is definitely into it. This is a fun place to be but is most fun when visited with friends as the seating kind of forces it since there is no bar top. Still, if you are alone, don't hesitate to visit as you could spend hours just walking down the tap line reading and enjoying as much or as little...

This place is probably the most unique bar I have ever experienced. With self serve, and a long line of taps, you should be a very happy camper, especially if you enjoy craft beer. Just keep in mind that this is not a place to go and have dinner, it is a place to go to relax and drink after dinner. That would probably be the only criticism I have, is to expand on food, but that's not a problem. Small place with a neat atmosphere embracing the industrial history of Youngstown, the whistle that blows at 12 and 4 everyday is really cool, and working downtown, perks my ears up and gets me ready to have lunch or end my workday.

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