Swabys Tavern - Auburn (NY)

5 /5 Eric Simpson: We have enjoyed the environment of this establishment enough times that I feel comfortable in this rating. Please take into consideration the type of place this is. The decor is eclectic bordering on occult also historic for the region. Of 6 or more combinations we have tried, I feel safe with saying any of their menu offerings are a good value with emphasis on their burgers and fries. Being a tavern the level of service can vary be prepared to take that into consideration. I dont know that this is such a child friendly environment either.

4 /5 Amoebic Extracts: Great overall hang out. Great burgers, good greasy bar food, popcorn before the meal. The place looks like it originated the Chilis decor model. Could use some dusting but if you are looking for a place to watch the game or catch a quiet Sunday family meal its Def worth finding parking.

2 /5 Mark Kulzer: Wow. I went here as a kind of step-back-in-time since I had been here decades ago with an Auburn-ite. It is not as good as it once was. The decorations are still interesting, but I don’t understand why they would seat Marilyn Monroe in the electric chair. It totally detracts from the display and the thought of actually sitting in the chair yourself. Our waitress knew almost nothing about the offerings. I had to get up from our booth and go to the other side of the place to see the beer selections because she didn’t “know about beers”. Huh? She’s a waitress in a bar! The beer selection was terrible and seemed like it had been forced on them by their distributor. No variety of types. We were going to have wings and then entrees. After having the wings we decided to stop there - they were very bad. Dry and flavorless. We ordered Honey Garlic but there was no coating on the wings. They were just dry flavorless wings. It wasn’t until we got to the bottom of the basket that we found some honey. Just a thin layer of honey on the paper basket liner. No garlic or hint of garlic flavor. Failure. I actually said to my companion, “Why would I trust them to prepare any more food for us?” We got out of there after paying. Probably tipped too much for ignorance.

5 /5 Mykl Roventine: I can only describe the decor as eclectic chaos. Walking through the door transports you to a cozy pub mashed with the Explorers Club. The menu has more than youd expect from your typical bar. Tasty food and fresh ingredients. The service is incredible - friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. Decent local beer options. Generous happy hour deals 4-7pm. Perfect for an intimate date night or large group. Our group of 20+ people had a great time in the upstairs back room. Regardless of your plans, its well worth stopping for a drink and a look around at the menagerie and museum pieces on the walls and ceilings.

5 /5 Howie Hypnotize: Heard this place has lots of cool stuff on the walls. Wow does it. A life size king tut, giant gorilla, Funhouse mirrors, and to top it off it even has a used electric chair. Grab a drink and walk around so much to see. The bartender was great. Similar to the Spirit Room in Rochester but different.