Bar Review #4

Like an STD, the Crying Shame was a fun night I’ll remember for a lifetime.

Located just off the 6, it easily claims title to one of Waco’s finest watering holes. The place has two bars, two pool tables, one shuffleboard, a couple video games, three gambling machines, a dance floor, and a few flat screens.

The drinks were cold and relatively inexpensive, the shuffle board was gratis and the music was an eclectic mix of country and hip hop. All and all things were going swimmingly till my first trip to the bathroom.

I walked in to see a 6’3” vision in plaid taking relief in a long pissing trough. As I walked over to share in the experience, he engaged me in a brief conversation that went something like this:

Cowboy: You’re going to piss in the toilet.
Me: Fair enough

With that I took two steps back, made a right, and went in the stall to proceed as directed.

The clientele generally ranged in age from 30 – 50 and shared a distinctively western sense of fashion. If you want to meet new friends start playing pool and people will come to you. Like my man Dave pictured above.** He isn’t much for trusting, or smiling but he’s only been to jail once so he’s got that going for him.

For more pictures see Carver’s blog.

For another review: see Latham

**Dave was a little camera shy so Carver managed to take the picture without a flash. This image was taken moments after Dave accused Wharton (also pictured) of being a cop.

In summary, I'd go back with a group. Riding solo might not go over so well.

Basic Ratings (1 – 10) or (Very Low – Very High):

General Ambiance: 8

Things to do Besides Drink: 9

Prices: 7

Bathrooms: 6

Friendliness: 5

Drink Selection: 9

Fear Factor: Medium

Amount of Fun: High