text: After reading a lot of negative or moderate reviews I went to the Yard prepared for a loud crowded place with horrible service and average food We got there at on a Friday which is the beginning of their dinner rush We used their free valet parking which we appreciated and thought was a classy move and were seated immediately We chose to sit indoors because there was no wait outdoors was a half hour wait and found the atmosphere to be fun casual and really hip We admired the decor the high wood beams and the industrial steel framing that decorated the place and would definitely give it stars on decor and general vibenWe expected the service to be not that great after reading so many reviews but the waitress was SO nice and helpful She refilled drinks promptly smiled a lot and checked on us often for me that is all that mattersnThe food that we ordered was well worth it The pretzel and cheese dip was pretty good I probably would not get it again based on the price but the French dip was to DIE for We also ordered fish and chips which was also delicious and overall had nothing to complain about as far as the food goes Maybe it is a bit pricey so you definitely pay for the ambiance of the place but we did not mindnMy one and only complaint was that about flies followed our food order so we were swatting them away the whole time I have only been there once so maybe it was a fluke but that is the only thing that was not great about it Trust me when I say the Yard is not nearly as crazy or loud or the service as bad as some reviewers seemed to think Give it a shot and decide for yourselfnOverall we are definitely looking forward to going back The food and ambiance is a much needed change from your typical chain restaurant and we absolutely loved our visit there Afterwards we stayed and chatted a few minutes in the comfortable bench seating and just enjoyed the people watching We did not have time for ping pong or anything outside but it is definitely something we will hit up next time