Jeff's on Rugby - Mmm

Searching for good food in Oshkosh can be a challenge sometimes, but a few weeks ago the wife and I finally went to Jeff's on Rugby and found what many of the locals already know: Great food, Great price.

Tucked in a residential neighborhood on the South Side, Jeff's sits at the corner of 10th St. and Rugby in a building with a rich history. Dropping in on a Friday at dinner time we managed to get seated with a mere 10 minute wait after being offered "cocktail time" first, which we declined.

We both turned down the 'all-you-can-eat walleye fish fry' for $8.95. Instead my wife ordered the Whiskey Grilled Sirloin with baked potato ($11.95) and I ordered one of the "Family Favorites" - the Meatloaf with mashed potatoes and gravy ($7.25). Before the food came out they brought out a very good loaf of fresh baked bread. They don't make the bread there, but it is from somewhere in Oshkosh. I am not exaggerating when I say that the meatloaf was amazing (go with the beef gravy). Two and a half slices of loaf, generous potatoes, and a creamy, rich gravy covering it all. I honestly cleaned my plate - every last crumb. There were no complaints about the steak either, and I tried a bite and it was OK but I was in meatloaf bliss.

The service was good, and the wait staff was pleasant and prompt. There is a bar off the restaurant area which was full and happy. I had a Captain & Coke and found it to be well made but I think they use Pepsi. All in all we could have stayed longer just for the friendly atmosphere but we left about 45 minutes after arriving with full bellies and a mere $24 bill for one of the best dinner's I've had out in Oshkosh.

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