Augusta Brewing Co. (Augusta)
- + Good beer however if you want food stay home because their service
sucks you can't even order food to go and eat it there they don't care
about customers and apparently they have never taken a...
Discussion started 10/16/2010 09:38 PM - 10 replies (last reply by Laurel & David at 06/17/2013 09:09 PM)Anonymous on 10/16/2010 09:38 PM
Good beer however if you want food stay home because their service
sucks you can't even order food to go and eat it there they don't care
about customers and apparently they have never taken a business
management course because they are loosing alot of good money by
not serving their customers
Rodney P from Orlando on 10/17/2010 06:35 PM
A couple of my friends and I ate their while staying at the Red Brick Inn. They recommended the Brewing Co. and we were very pleased. The food was great. The service was a little slow but ok. We were there earlier this month and it was slow everywhere. We were biking the Katy Trail. I would go back.
anderm00 from Winfield on 10/18/2010 09:07 PM
I thought their food was pretty bad when I was there, but the beer was great.
MAH on 10/20/2010 11:58 AM
Their rootbeer is some of the best.
CG from Springfield, Mo. on 11/01/2010 11:59 AM
Rode the Katy in May and had the same experience, Beer was great but service was extremely poor
Olivia from Alton on 11/22/2010 03:14 PM
I went to the Augusta Brewing Co. with some friends on a Saturday night in October for a beer which was good. It was very hectic, but hey had a seperate section for dinner guest which is understanable due to the vast nature of the facility. I had no problem placing my drink orders with the bartender, he was efficient enough. Obviously this is a seasonal facility, and I'm sure there is a method to the madness involving staffing/weather.
Dean Sullivan from Saint Louis on 07/17/2012 07:03 PM
The beer has always been great and the food has always been acceptable to me. On a recent ride, some of the group commented on recent improvements in the food. This is our primary lunch destination when we are riding in this area, which is at least a couple times per year for the past several years.
Tess from OFallon, MO on 07/18/2012 08:33 AM
I agree with Dean, this place is always a favorite. Food and beverages are always great!! Maybe the others don't understand that there isn't a regular wait staff. If you want something, you have to get up and get it!
Dry Rider on 4th of July on 07/18/2012 08:44 AM
I had heard it is under new ownership now an the new owners are learning customer service. I was through Augusta on the 4th of July and many dry and hungry holiday riders were very disappointed when they saw it was closed. It is a popular waterhole turnaround for riders from the St. Charles area.
D.W. from Fairbury, IL on 07/18/2012 11:51 AM
My girlfriend and I stopped for lunch here in June. It was one of our favorite stops on the Katy Trail. We split a brisket sandwich, and it was great. The beers were good and cold. We ate at the bar, and didn't have any complaints about service. Large fans in the outside covered bar area made the 100+ temps tolerable. We will definitely go back.
Laurel & David from Santa Barbara on 06/17/2013 09:09 PM
This place is about the beer-- if you love beer, don't miss it. The food is fine- I had a bratwurst that was a great compliment to the ale (a warm or toasted bun would have been nice...) and the mustard is GOOD. The service is fine...definitely slow if a big group comes in, but enjoy the convenience to the trail, the nice atmosphere and (did I mention?)- its about the beer!!
Hermann Motel
- + Has anyone stayed at the Hermann Motel recently? Their website shows nice renovation but comments from years past indicate problems. What's the story? I'm looking for a non-b&b where several guys c...
Discussion started 05/01/2012 06:29 PM by Larryray - 6 replies (last reply by Laurel & David at 06/17/2013 08:58 PM)Larryray from St. Louis on 05/01/2012 06:29 PM
Has anyone stayed at the Hermann Motel recently? Their website shows nice renovation but comments from years past indicate problems. What's the story? I'm looking for a non-b&b where several guys can bunk. Thanks!
Colorado Riders from Fruita, CO on 05/02/2012 08:55 AM
Stayed there last fall. It is funky-older but clean. We were looking for a bed, a shower, a safe spot, and it meet our needs. I'm sure folks will complain about the age or lack of amenities, but I thought we paid a fair price for the 3 things I was looking for. Dinner at the Mexican restaurant down the street was very good and the early morning breakfast at a local dinner got us off to a good start. Happy riding!
Basic but Good on 05/02/2012 06:02 PM
I stayed there a few years ago and as CO riders said it is pretty spartan but good and clean. If you are just passing through, it is all I needed. They have a continental breakfast, Owners are nice and friendly. Like a Motel 6 or Super 8.
Haank from New Haven, MO on 05/02/2012 08:22 PM
I've not been there myself but know of others who have. For couples I'd say look elsewhere. For guys needing a place to sleep no problem.
rich lauer from mckittrick on 05/30/2012 08:24 PM
Joey's Birdhouse in McKittrick has two rooms one with twin beds and a Queen sized air mattress is available. Self serve breakfast, well stocked fridge, right on the trail.
Upthehill from Edwardsville IL on 06/01/2012 02:34 PM
We stayed there about a year ago. It was fine. They had a mixup and gave us a smoky room at first but they quickly rectified it and got us a nice room. Continental breakfast was decent for the price, which is much less than the bed-and-breakfasts. Ditto on that good Mexican restaurant next door. Only whine .. riding up the hill to the motel after a long day on the trail! Haugen House is also a good value.
Laurel & David from Santa Barbara on 06/17/2013 08:58 PM
Clean and quiet- definitely a bit threadbare. The renovation couldn't have been much more than a coat of paint on our room. But the front desk was helpful, they had HBO, the bed was very comfortable and the breakfast was edible. The real winner is the town itself-- don't miss Hermann!!
Country Inn and Suites--St Charles
- + We recently stayed for 2 nights to ride the trail with our group of friends! Great location next to the trail and right in the historic district. Hotel staff was friendly and accommodating. Hotel was ...
Discussion started 04/23/2013 09:31 AM by Bike Rider - 1 reply (last reply by Laurel & David at 06/17/2013 08:52 PM)Bike Rider from Kansas City on 04/23/2013 09:31 AM
We recently stayed for 2 nights to ride the trail with our group of friends! Great location next to the trail and right in the historic district. Hotel staff was friendly and accommodating. Hotel was clean and rooms were spacious. Breakfast each morning was excellent with several choices for a hot meal. Hotel is within walking distance of several restaurants. It was a great place for our group! Can't wait to come back!
Laurel & David from Santa Barbara on 06/17/2013 08:52 PM
Yes- we loved this hotel. Adam, working the front desk, was so helpful- the bed was really comfortable and the breakfast was great. Couldn't ask for a better location.
Maggies Bar and Grill
- + Arriving in Booneville a bit famished around 3:00, we found nothing open till later within a short bike ride except Maggie's Bar and Grill. We must have looked pathetic because as we peeked in the win...
Discussion started 10/23/2012 04:18 PM by Jean Ann - 1 reply (last reply by Laurel & David at 06/17/2013 08:48 PM)Jean Ann from Southwest Colorado on 10/23/2012 04:18 PM
Arriving in Booneville a bit famished around 3:00, we found nothing open till later within a short bike ride except Maggie's Bar and Grill. We must have looked pathetic because as we peeked in the windows at 3:50 (10 minutes before opening time) she let us in. The food was real, not pre-frozen typical bar food. Service was quick and prices were right. She let us park our bikes in the entry alcove because strong winds kept knocking them down. I'd recommend Maggie's in a heartbeat.
Laurel & David from Santa Barbara on 06/17/2013 08:48 PM
Couldn't agree more- the food is straight ahead, the service was quick and the beer was a bargain!
Hotel Frederick in Boonville
- + I highly recommend Hotel Frederick in Boonville! They are so very bike friendly and went out of their way to make us comfortable. Very neat hotel, nothing like you've seen before. Walking distance to ...
Discussion started 10/01/2012 07:19 PM by denise wallace - 6 replies (last reply by Laurel & David at 06/17/2013 08:43 PM)denise wallace from fulton on 10/01/2012 07:19 PM
I highly recommend Hotel Frederick in Boonville! They are so very bike friendly and went out of their way to make us comfortable. Very neat hotel, nothing like you've seen before. Walking distance to many things, including the casino!
J Spencer from Little Rock on 05/06/2013 04:51 PM
Although a little more expensive, was a great experience and very clean and smoke free. The staff did go out of their way to take care of us and our bikes. If you want a quiet room, get a inner room as the one we had (on the corner) was a bit noisy from the traffic and the big windows from the hallway door let a lot of light in and was hard to get to sleep.
denise wallace from fulton on 05/07/2013 08:22 AM
They give some great deals for bike riders. I found a link on the internet that gave it for $77. Far less than the price on their website. It was the cheapest place we stayed this last week. ( just rode the katy again)
Don from Ellisville, MO on 05/07/2013 02:07 PM
That is right up my alley at $77. I have always wanted to stay there, but the price kept me away. Do you remember how you found that price?
El Toro on 05/11/2013 08:49 PM
I'd like to know more about that price as well. The prices I've found at about double that.
Trek on 05/12/2013 01:48 PM
I'd give them some more business at that rate.
Where do we sign up Denise?
Laurel & David from Santa Barbara on 06/17/2013 08:43 PM
This is a fabulous hotel and couldn't be more convenient to the Katy Trail. It is one of the more expensive places we've stayed, but after 50 miles from Jefferson City to Booneville the decor, the SHEETS(!), and the two person tub with bubbles was the perfect end to a long day in the saddle. Loved this place.
Shuttle ride
- + how much time should i give to set up a shuttle, and also how much does it cost. and is there a Mileage limit.
Discussion started 08/14/2012 12:13 PM by David - 4 replies (last reply by Pat at 06/17/2013 05:43 PM)David from Holden on 08/14/2012 12:13 PM
how much time should i give to set up a shuttle, and also how much does it cost. and is there a Mileage limit.
Anonymous on 08/14/2012 01:04 PM
I'd allow about 2 minutes to find a shuttle on this website and then probably 3-5 minutes for the phone call. Is that reasonable?
Doug from Bluffton on 08/14/2012 07:20 PM
Sounds reasonable to me, however, for more detailed information Dave could always contact one of the shuttle services listed. I'm sure they could provide a better idea of what they charge and how much notice they might need, as well as any mileage limitations they might have. I would imagine these things vary from one service to the next.
KATY Bike Rental from Defiance on 08/15/2012 09:54 PM
I just posted my September "Share-a-Shuttle" opportunities on this website (Link right under picture on main page). I have many September dates and will be posting October soon. You can be shuttled from St. Charles to Clinton for $50 per person if you can take advantage of one of these ride dates I have posted. If you book the return leg (pickup in Clinton for shuttle back to St. Charles); you may be the only one riding back. The outbounds fill up much faster. If you don't see a date you like, we charge $270 for shuttle from St. Charles to Clinton and that gets you up to 4 riders.
Pat from Charleston, SC on 06/17/2013 05:43 PM
my husband and I both ride whizwheel recumbent trikes and wondered if these could also be shuttled?
Katy Trail Bike Shop
- + I love this place! The workers are so helpful and friendly and their rental bikes are new every year! Their prices are great and their customer service is awesome! They have picnic tables in the yard,...
Discussion started 06/15/2013 05:13 PM by Jean S. - 1 reply (last reply by Papa and Mimi at 06/16/2013 01:36 PM)Jean S. from St. Charles, MO on 06/15/2013 05:13 PM
I love this place! The workers are so helpful and friendly and their rental bikes are new every year! Their prices are great and their customer service is awesome! They have picnic tables in the yard, and a variety of drinks and snacks to buy - even Ted Drew's frozen custard and chocolate candy bars! They also have a clean restroom. This is a great place to rent your bike and begin your day ride. You can ride north for a peaceful shady ride, or you can go southward toward a number of wineries on that route. This place has only gotten better and better each year.
Papa and Mimi from Springfield, Mo on 06/16/2013 01:36 PM
Jean, We wholeheartedly agree with you! We like it so much that, when we rode the trail from end to end last year, we bought a tandem from them. They are so helpful and treated us very nice every time we go there!
parking in columbia
- + Is it safe to park a vehicle overnight in columbia? Like next to the mkt off Stadium?
Discussion started 06/06/2013 11:13 PM by denise - 2 replies (last reply by Figs at 06/15/2013 07:37 AM)denise from fulton on 06/06/2013 11:13 PM
Is it safe to park a vehicle overnight in columbia? Like next to the mkt off Stadium?
Trek on 06/07/2013 02:30 PM
We've left the car in Columbia overnight, but opted to leave it in the parking garage on Cherry a couple of blocks east of Flat Branch Park. It only cost a few bucks and seemed a better option for me than out in the open overnight, but it may have been okay there too.
Figs from Olathe, KS on 06/15/2013 07:37 AM
I left my vehicle parked in the parking garage 1 block from the start of the MKT in Columbia, I believe it was on 5th Street. I felt plenty safe with it there and there were no problems. I left it there for 3 days. There seems to be plenty of foot, bicycle and vehicle traffic constantly passing by.
GRRRRRR
- + Ray, would you consider shutting down the thread on horses, it is bringing out the worse in all of us. And as for the dude that claims he threatens bicycle riders with a stick, if I see you or anyone ...
Discussion started 06/08/2013 07:08 PM by Cathy - 1 reply (last reply by Pseudio at 06/15/2013 06:53 AM)Cathy from Jefferson City on 06/08/2013 07:08 PM
Ray, would you consider shutting down the thread on horses, it is bringing out the worse in all of us. And as for the dude that claims he threatens bicycle riders with a stick, if I see you or anyone threatening anybody on the Katy Trail I will call the Seriff and have you arrested. If you are wondering who I am, look for the 60 year old woman with a small cannister of MACE in her hand, but don't look too long.
Pseudio on 06/15/2013 06:53 AM
Cathy, carrying mace or ammonia is standard cyclist issue on rail trails or roads. If something or someone threatens me during a ride protecting yourself is expected. Calling the sheriff on the KT may take some time for a response.