The Old Bag of Nails Pub - Toledo

We stopped at The Old Bag of Nails Pub in Toledo for a quick lunch on a Sunday during the Browns game, and we had a very good experience. As we entered the small local pub, we were pleasantly surprised to find it in a nice complex with ample parking. Upon walking in, we noticed that this pub was one of the nicer ones we had been to—very clean, with a nice atmosphere, plenty of seating, and a good number of TVs. We came for the food, not the drinks, and when we sat down, we were impressed by the variety of options on the menu. It was challenging to make a selection since everything sounded fantastic. We decided to start with the dill pickle spears, which my wife loved. I opted for the giant pretzel, which definitely hit the spot. Next time, I plan to try some of the other appetizers to see what they have to offer. For our entrees, we considered options like seafood dishes, lobster rolls, ham-breaded chicken tenders, or one-pound burgers, all of which sounded wonderful. However, we both ended up choosing from the specials menu. My wife ordered the open-face meatloaf sandwich, which was a generous portion, well-cooked, and full of flavor. She even took some home as leftovers for the following day. I went with the two chicken-fried chicken breasts served over mashed potatoes with gravy, and it was exactly what I wanted. If I encountered that dish at another restaurant, I would definitely return just for it. Unfortunately, it was a special, so I’ll have to try something else from the regular menu next time. They had a ton of different food options that sounded great. Overall, we would definitely go back. The service was good—quick and easy—and the pricing was reasonable. The location was also convenient for getting in and out.