Stein House (Boonville)
- + Awful food, awful service and the cigarette smoke just takes away what little taste there is to the food. Way overpriced and good luck getting someone to wait on you. Try Maggie's across the street ...
Discussion started 10/13/2009 11:45 PM - 10 replies (last reply by Deb at 04/07/2011 01:50 PM)Anonymous from Boonville, MO on 10/13/2009 11:45 PM
Awful food, awful service and the cigarette smoke just takes away what little taste there is to the food. Way overpriced and good luck getting someone to wait on you. Try Maggie's across the street instead -- you won't be dissapointed.
Anonymous from Boonville, MO on 10/13/2009 11:45 PM
Awful food, awful service and the cigarette smoke just takes away what little taste there is to the food. Way overpriced and good luck getting someone to wait on you. Try Maggie's across the street instead -- you won't be dissapointed.
MAH on 10/14/2009 09:27 AM
We ate there 2 years ago and had a great meal. Another bonus is that last year we stayed at the Comfort Inn in Boonville and the Stein House had delivery (which was great after a long day).
MAH on 10/14/2009 09:27 AM
We ate there 2 years ago and had a great meal. Another bonus is that last year we stayed at the Comfort Inn in Boonville and the Stein House had delivery (which was great after a long day).
Anonymous from Columbia, MO on 10/14/2009 05:13 PM
I couldn't agree more. It used to be an OK place to eat, but their service is shoddy at best and the staff there is just plain rude. Last time we ate there about 6 months ago the spaghetti tasted like it was straight out of a can.
Anonymous from Columbia, MO on 10/14/2009 05:13 PM
I couldn't agree more. It used to be an OK place to eat, but their service is shoddy at best and the staff there is just plain rude. Last time we ate there about 6 months ago the spaghetti tasted like it was straight out of a can.
Rob from Boonville, MO on 10/19/2009 03:19 PM
I agree with the poster who is recommending Maggie's. The food is absolutely amazing and the fact it is a smoke-free establishment is really nice. On the weekends (and I think Friday night as well) they have smoked chicken and ribs complete with side items for less than $10 -- you just can't beat that deal!
Rob from Boonville, MO on 10/19/2009 03:19 PM
I agree with the poster who is recommending Maggie's. The food is absolutely amazing and the fact it is a smoke-free establishment is really nice. On the weekends (and I think Friday night as well) they have smoked chicken and ribs complete with side items for less than $10 -- you just can't beat that deal!
Anonymous on 11/16/2009 03:47 PM
Check out the Blind Ref Tavern just down from the Stein House. Smoke free and open on Sundays!
Anonymous on 11/16/2009 03:47 PM
Check out the Blind Ref Tavern just down from the Stein House. Smoke free and open on Sundays!
boonvillefan from Boonville on 01/27/2010 05:19 PM
The Stein House features lunch specials Monday through Friday that are a
great deal--TWO lunches for $6.99 (not $6.99 each) if you buy two
drinks. Thursday is fried chicken day--very good fried chicken. The new
server, Deb, is delightful--give Stein House another try! By the way,
Maggie's is another good choice!
boonvillefan from Boonville on 01/27/2010 05:19 PM
The Stein House features lunch specials Monday through Friday that are a
great deal--TWO lunches for $6.99 (not $6.99 each) if you buy two
drinks. Thursday is fried chicken day--very good fried chicken. The new
server, Deb, is delightful--give Stein House another try! By the way,
Maggie's is another good choice!
dbruening from St. Louis on 11/04/2010 03:01 PM
We ate at the Stein House this weekend and was one of the worst restaurant experiences I have ever had. We ordered a couple of cheeseburgers, an hour later (and after those who had arrived and ordered after us, received and finished their meal) the "chef" comes to our table and advised us he forgot to take our burgers off the grill and were now hockey pucks. No problem, it happens. Half hour later the burgers and fries come out completely soaked in grease and un-edible. The chef again apologized, rather sarcastically, and explained the burgers were not greasy, but that was a soy sauce based marinade they were trying out. Stay away from this place
dbruening from St. Louis on 11/04/2010 03:01 PM
We ate at the Stein House this weekend and was one of the worst restaurant experiences I have ever had. We ordered a couple of cheeseburgers, an hour later (and after those who had arrived and ordered after us, received and finished their meal) the "chef" comes to our table and advised us he forgot to take our burgers off the grill and were now hockey pucks. No problem, it happens. Half hour later the burgers and fries come out completely soaked in grease and un-edible. The chef again apologized, rather sarcastically, and explained the burgers were not greasy, but that was a soy sauce based marinade they were trying out. Stay away from this place
Alex & Kathy from Denver, CO on 11/28/2010 10:23 AM
Funny how most of the negitave comments are posted about the time Maggies bar opened. The Stein House is a nice restaurant, not a sports bar. Maybe the posters felt out of place because they weren't in a hamburger joint. I enjoy their steak selections and my wife likes stopping there because they cater to her vegitarian diet without making her feel singled out. We stop in Boonville about every two months as we pass through and always eat at the Stein House.
Alex & Kathy from Denver, CO on 11/28/2010 10:23 AM
Funny how most of the negitave comments are posted about the time Maggies bar opened. The Stein House is a nice restaurant, not a sports bar. Maybe the posters felt out of place because they weren't in a hamburger joint. I enjoy their steak selections and my wife likes stopping there because they cater to her vegitarian diet without making her feel singled out. We stop in Boonville about every two months as we pass through and always eat at the Stein House.
Anonymous on 12/04/2010 08:37 AM
I would not let my dog eat at this resturant. The food is nasty and the staff is rude. If you want to waste your time and money this is the place for you. However, I strongly recommend finding another resturant.
Anonymous on 12/04/2010 08:37 AM
I would not let my dog eat at this resturant. The food is nasty and the staff is rude. If you want to waste your time and money this is the place for you. However, I strongly recommend finding another resturant.
Ddh on 01/08/2011 11:30 PM
They were very very nice. The waiter tried hard and was very polite. Food was okay.
Chicken was good. not my favorite place but I may go back if I am in town. I am a non
smoker and I sat in the back. Smoke did not bother me. One bad thing is that it is very
cold in there. We wore our coats as well as everyone eaten there. Too cold. It makes it
uncomfortable.
Ddh on 01/08/2011 11:30 PM
They were very very nice. The waiter tried hard and was very polite. Food was okay.
Chicken was good. not my favorite place but I may go back if I am in town. I am a non
smoker and I sat in the back. Smoke did not bother me. One bad thing is that it is very
cold in there. We wore our coats as well as everyone eaten there. Too cold. It makes it
uncomfortable.
Deb on 04/07/2011 01:50 PM
Poor form to associate Maggies with negative comments. Not true! This place just burned down, so it is now irrelevant
Deb on 04/07/2011 01:50 PM
Poor form to associate Maggies with negative comments. Not true! This place just burned down, so it is now irrelevant
Pedaler's Jamboree
- + The Ozark Mountain Daredevils will be the headlining band for this years Pedaler's Jamboree May 28-29. You can click on 'Events' above to get more information.
Discussion started 04/06/2011 03:00 PM by MidSouth - 0 repliesMidSouth from Rogersville, MO on 04/06/2011 03:00 PM
The Ozark Mountain Daredevils will be the headlining band for this years Pedaler's Jamboree May 28-29. You can click on 'Events' above to get more information.
American Legion Park (Hartsburg)
- + Has anyone stayed here before? We're thinking of camping here, but the information is sparse...
Discussion started 05/01/2009 12:12 PM by David - 3 replies (last reply by Steven at 04/06/2011 01:00 PM)David from Belton, MO on 05/01/2009 12:12 PM
Has anyone stayed here before? We're thinking of camping here, but the information is sparse...
David from Belton, MO on 05/01/2009 12:12 PM
Has anyone stayed here before? We're thinking of camping here, but the information is sparse...
michael rodemeyer from hartsburg on 05/02/2009 05:01 PM
There are two places to camp in Hartsburg. One is the American Legion/Lions Ballpark and one is the Volunteer Park next to the red caboose. For small groups and to be close to food and wine the Volunteer Park is best. Larger groups can set up in the baseball field. Either place should be first approved by Bill Abrahams first to see if there are any events scheduled) his # is 573-657-2317.
michael rodemeyer from hartsburg on 05/02/2009 05:01 PM
There are two places to camp in Hartsburg. One is the American Legion/Lions Ballpark and one is the Volunteer Park next to the red caboose. For small groups and to be close to food and wine the Volunteer Park is best. Larger groups can set up in the baseball field. Either place should be first approved by Bill Abrahams first to see if there are any events scheduled) his # is 573-657-2317.
Gean Hyder from Nevada, Mo on 05/19/2009 01:27 PM
There is a gazebo in the park. My friend and I just rolled our sleeping bags out and had a roof over our heads.
Gean Hyder from Nevada, Mo on 05/19/2009 01:27 PM
There is a gazebo in the park. My friend and I just rolled our sleeping bags out and had a roof over our heads.
Steven from Kansas City on 04/06/2011 01:00 PM
My 9 year old son and I are planning a ride on the Katy Trail over Easter Weekend. We typically stay in Rocheport, but are considering a new destination this time around. Are the restaurants in Hartsburg good... and kid friendly? Can we easily ride to Rocheport from Hartsburg? Thanks for your thoughts/suggestions.
Steven from Kansas City on 04/06/2011 01:00 PM
My 9 year old son and I are planning a ride on the Katy Trail over Easter Weekend. We typically stay in Rocheport, but are considering a new destination this time around. Are the restaurants in Hartsburg good... and kid friendly? Can we easily ride to Rocheport from Hartsburg? Thanks for your thoughts/suggestions.
Jeff City Bridge Day April 11th
- + The Missouri Bicycle & Pedestrian Federation has moved the grand opening from April 8th to April 11th @ 12:30 according to their web site. There's a ride from the Capitol steps to the Katy. There is...
Discussion started 04/02/2011 12:41 PM by Theron - 4 replies (last reply by Jim at 04/04/2011 02:25 PM)Theron from Akron, Ohio on 04/02/2011 12:41 PM
The Missouri Bicycle & Pedestrian Federation has moved the grand opening from April 8th to April 11th @ 12:30 according to their web site. There's a ride from the Capitol steps to the Katy. There is a pic on web site, ramps look really long & easy! Check it out!!
Gary Near from Tebbetts on 04/02/2011 09:43 PM
Theron
I believe the grand opening is still scheduled for the 8th (Friday). The legislator ride is an event planned by the MO Bike Fed as part of the celebration events following the grand opening.
Jim from St Thomas on 04/03/2011 05:01 PM
So Gary.....do I have to change my last name to Near?
Gary from Near Tebbetts on 04/04/2011 12:31 PM
Well Jim, that’s what I get for trying to type in a response from my cell phone with my fat fingers. Not to worry, the family name remains safe. By the way, I noticed the Mo Bike Fed in bringing in pedicabs from KC for the legislators day event on the 11th, hope to see you out there with your pedicab to give them some local competition. ;-)
Jim from St Thomas on 04/04/2011 02:25 PM
I'm game......but since the brakes on my pedibcab aren't working I should probably take the lead.
Bike/Tyres Types for the Katy Trail
- + I may be in St. Charles for Thanksgiving. I'm a roadie and I doubt my bike will take fatty tyres, only 700X23-25. I'm not sure if 28c would clear the frame or not. I could put some gatorskins on it...
Discussion started 08/12/2005 06:16 PM by Mark - 10 replies (last reply by anonymous at 04/03/2011 09:55 PM)Mark from Houston on 08/12/2005 06:16 PM
I may be in St. Charles for Thanksgiving. I'm a roadie and I doubt my bike will take fatty tyres, only 700X23-25. I'm not sure if 28c would clear the frame or not. I could put some gatorskins on it. Otherwise, I have a hybrid that I could put my road seat on and get some cross tyres around 30c. Would it be dumb to bring the road bike or would I be better off going with the hybrid?
J.B. from PITTSBURGH on 08/12/2005 09:46 PM
I rode trail in June on 28mm hard case tires on a Trek 2300c (rode-comfort--new for 2005)bike. Worked fine.
frank from festus, mo on 08/13/2005 07:33 PM
i have a raleigh bike with i would guess medium knobby tires, maybe a 1 1/2 wide. have rode numerous miles on the katy with out a dimes worth of trouble. i have rode the day after it poured down rain for 2-3 hours and when i bone dry. no problems with my tire at all. what ever u use, good luck and have fun. frank umbdenstock
Austin from Longmont, CO on 08/14/2005 12:22 AM
I rode from Pilot Grove to Hartsburg and back on a Trek 2200 with 700x25's and thought they worked great.
Rob from Parker, CO on 08/19/2005 02:33 PM
My wife and I rode the whole trail pulling trailers with our Specialized Seqouias. We had somewhat knobby 700x35's on the fronts and 700x25c road tires on the rear. We had one rear flat, but no trouble other than that. Even with the additional weight the road tires seemed to do ok. I think I would prefer to have the 700x35 all around just for security.
Rear Admiral from Wisconsin on 10/23/2005 01:42 PM
I just finished riding Clinton to Weldon Springs and back on a tandem with 26 by 1.5 tires. We had NINE flats between Tebbets and Weldon Springs. Lots of thorns, walnuts, sticks, rocks, etc.
MLH from Overland Park KS on 10/23/2005 09:17 PM
For either bike, check Specialized website and look for any tire in the various categories that is designated as Armidillo. The 700 x 32 Borough CX is particularly suited but will not likely fit the road bike. Also, check the Schwalbe website and choose the "On Tour" link for numerous tires that are Kevlar-belted and come in sizes for both bikes but check the weights of the tires, you don't need the 700gm+ types in the larger sizes. If you use the hybrid, I would highly recommend the Continental Travelcontact in 700 x 37 (measures about 33-34 though) as I have never had so much as a scratch in the tread on these tires after hundreds of miles on the Katy and other rail-trails. They ride great with acceptably low resistance and weight also. Note that true 30mm "cross" tires are lightweight for racing,
not belted, and tend to puncture on the Katy. You are looking for "trekking" or "touring" tires.
Anonymous on 12/04/2007 01:08 PM
You should expect many flats with GatorSkins. They have a thin tread and sharp rocks penatrate very easily. I agree that Armidillos are a better choice.
I am a veteran of many R to T's and have had many problems with GatorSkins on Canal Trails etc.
Anonymous on 12/06/2007 11:10 AM
I rode the full trail in September. Chose my hybrid over my road bike.
Glad I did. My main reason was the number of cracks in road. Several times I thought to my self that I was glad I didn't have raod tires when I went through a crack. Not sure what the leafs are covering up on the trail, which would be another concern.
Pat from Oklahoma City on 01/08/2008 05:36 PM
I'll second the comments about Specialized Armadillo's. In three multi-day trips on the Katy and one multi--day trip on the Cowboy Trail, I have had no flats with the Armadillo's (700x32c on Specialized Sirrus).
Anonymous on 04/03/2011 09:55 PM
I have tried numerous tires on the Katy and my favorites are Michelin Cyclo Cross Jets, 700x30 on my Trek 7700 hybrid. They are low rolling resistance yet stable and durable. No matter what tires you use take a patch kit or better yet a spare tube and no what to do with them.
Is the Eastern extension to Machens complete?
- + Just curious if the proposed extension to Machens is now complete. If not, how far does the trail currently extend? I ran it this morning, and I know it goes at least 7 miles East of Frontier Park a...
Discussion started 03/06/2011 03:15 PM by Steve - 5 replies (last reply by Don at 04/03/2011 04:05 PM)Steve from O'Fallon, MO on 03/06/2011 03:15 PM
Just curious if the proposed extension to Machens is now complete. If not, how far does the trail currently extend? I ran it this morning, and I know it goes at least 7 miles East of Frontier Park at St. Charles.
Ruth Morley from Cincinnati, Ohio on 03/25/2011 09:41 PM
I was at St. Charles just yesterday, checking out the Katy Trail for an October trip with my sister. At the park service office, they informed me that the trail is now completely open to Machens. In fact, today is the "grand opening," if I remember correctly. So now our trip from Clinton in October will be 12+ miles longer, I guess!
Dawn Fredrickson, Katy Trail Coordinator on 03/28/2011 02:21 PM
Please join us to celebrate an important milestone for Katy Trail State Park -- the opening of the trail from St. Charles to Machens. Gov. Jay Nixon and other dignitaries will officially cut the ribbon to open the trail in a ceremony at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 2 at the Ed Bales Area of the Jean Baptiste Point DuSable Park in St. Charles. The DuSable Park, located at 2598 N. Main St., is right along the Katy Trail. I hope you will be able to join us on April 2. If you are not able to attend, please take the opportunity to walk or bicycle on this new section of trail and enjoy spring in Missouri.
Bill Bryan, Director
Missouri State Parks
Theron from Akron, Ohio on 04/02/2011 08:35 AM
Looks like that I need to come to St. Charles early before the dnr ride to do the extension! It will be a nice little warm up before the ride
Bicyclist from St. Chuck on 04/02/2011 02:13 PM
Now that the Katy goes to Machens, does anyone have an ETA on when it will connect with the Great River Road in Illnois??
Don from Plainfield, IL on 04/03/2011 04:05 PM
Will the Katy Ride in June then be extended to Machens for the end this year?