First Dibs, from the Target's notes.

47th Street foamies. Summer's un-limited edition. 6/29/2017

   It started like every other night this year. Sunny and nice while standing on the streetside. But, as soon as the dune line was crossed a whole new evening of wind, sand and cool temperatures were there to greet us. I use poor Lisa as a wind block this week (maybe  should not tell her that) so she took the blunt of the blowing sand that swept across the beach. Any time at the beach should be enjoyed, so we did our best while Wattman jumped the surf.  Typical summer swell...small waves caused by the high pressure fronts. The water is warming though. The spring suit is gone. Kinda believed it helped the Watt to tap into several quick rides. Again, is summer at the beach so strange things are going to happen. Just as Wattman got into a rhythm a large (in many ways) family rolls in and starts a photo shoot session...directly in front of Lisa and I no less. There was a whole freaking open beach for several blocks but they stayed directly between us and the Watt so no pictures were possible. Now Lisa being a kind person asked me if we should move. My response: "Never! We were here first." The rule of "First Dibs." Now I have no problem with family memories, but wouldn't it have been nice to say something or move down the beach when you see others are already there? Not soon enough their photo album was full and they left us in the peace of the waves, which had begun to digress. No peace for Watt. Not much of a final ride.

   With the limited surf session over we headed to the Parched Pelican. Dwatt had choose this bar earlier in the year only to find it had not opened yet. Tonight, open. But not busy. The  location was the the previous Hooters Restaurant. Separated into several different bars and seating areas, we tried the outside upstairs bar only to find it was not open so we retreated to the small canal side bar. Our original bar keep was new to the job and had to refer to notes to tell us about the craft brews on tap. However her service was good and from a fair selection, we quickly had drinks in front of us.

Ordered both the Battered Fish and Shrimp Tacos along with Jerk Chicken Skewers with a mango salsa. Two tacos per order and a price of $13 plus, we had hoped for something special...only average at best. The Jerk Chicken was a surprise due entirely to the mango that really picked the flavor.  With so few people in the place there was no vibe at all and thus, we quickly called it a night. Deserved of another fly by? Maybe as a family mealtime excursion as they do have a play area open for the kids. But, it's full on OC prices here so be prepared to leave a little lighter in the wallet for only an average adventure. Hey! This is the Revival. More to come!

Jerk Skewers 'n Fish Tacos

THE RATINGS - 

Shrimp Tacos: C+

Fish Tacos: C+

Jerk Chicken Skewers: B+

Beer: B-

Atmosphere: C+

Value: C-

Overall Score = 2.42