Artichoke Sandwich Bar was an Irish inpired dive bar that opened in 1984 near downtown.  It was since expanded to a second location as well as a food truck, which all have slightly different menus.  We went to the original location which had a full bar and restaurant at lunch and live music on Wed.-Sat. evenings.  The large place was spread over a couple rooms with a large parking area outside.  Inside there were a lot of green lights, faint music, booth seating on one wall opposite the bar counter seating with a row of small tables in between.   The walls were heavily decorated with art and memorabilia.  It primarily serves sandwiches that all come with a pickle and chips – regular, BBQ or jalapeno.  Other sides are available for an upcharge and they do offer a couple salads and some appetizers.   Many of the sandwich combinations sounded really tasty and I know if I ever get back this way I’d go again, it was that good.  Hope you’ll try it and also hear some live music. Continue reading →