Going Back to 1970

Pull out you maxi dress or your halter pantsuit with your largest platform shoes; we're going back to 1970!

Well, you can at least pretend it’s 1970 if you visit The Cedars Social. (And don't worry no one will make you throw your watch in a bowl.) While the drinks are throwbacks to eras gone by, the food is a sophisticated, fresh, modern, and not reminiscent of casseroles or inedible delights of the 70s. The deviled eggs are a little bit dated, but what they bring in terms of flavor reinvents them and won’t remind you of a buffet at a house with shag carpet. However, I’m not sure they bring flavor to justify the value, especially considering many restaurants have adopted a deviled egg dish. Besides, is it that hard to make a good deviled egg? Aside from my uncertainty on the eggs, the rest of the food holds its own, even if the portions are very small. I love the fries and definitely recommended upgrading them to the truffle oil version. Other favorites include the macaroni and cheese and the pulled short rib tacos. Try one of those dishes or branch out to try one of their many other offerings, but I would recommend passing on the cheese board.


Even though the food is delicious the drinks are the focus of The Cedars Social. It is apparent from walking in the door; half of the restaurant is allocated to the bar/lounge area. If you haven't been there before, believe me when I say the bar is half the restaurant- that's not saying much. It is a very small intimate space resembling a 1970s ranch style home. When its not patio weather, seating at the bar and dinning area is limited. But if you’re lucky to snag a chair you can have the option to sample one of their many nostalgic drinks like the Moscow Mule. The Moscow Mule was (actually invented in the 40s) is served in the traditional copper cup; but I must warn you to enjoy this beverage you need to be a ginger lover. The Mint Julip is another drink that should be tried. In addition to other vintage drinks like the Sazerac, they also have an inventive cocktail menu unique to The Cedars Social.

At a few dollars off cocktail prices during happy hour it's not worth attending solely for that purpose. The Cedars Social is perfect for after dinner late night snacks or, my favorite, is on a dreary cold day to sit by the indoor fire pit. -SJ