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From December 2007 to about mid-June 2011 - the manager of this restaurant, busy bar, and nightclub was…ME! So fun, so crazy, such a good way to get to know so many people in this town and across the country. Since I left, there have been different managers, and different owners and then the building was empty for a few years. Dan Choc, a fantastic chef (and slyly very funny guy) re-opened the famous spot about 9 months ago.

Before Tacklebox, Dan worked at Rojo Lounge/Rojo Beach Bar for 14 years! Rojo, now closed, was a gorgeous destination beach bar about 5 miles north of town - with incredible food and views. It was the best spot. Jeff (my boyfriend for those new to the blog) was the co-founder and chef at Rojo from 2004 to 2014. He hired Dan as a dishwasher years ago - and then Dan worked as a chef and made his way up to head chef when Jeff departed. Got all that? Dan brings many of the dishes and the famous pizzas and the cooking skills from Rojo to Tacklebox.

They have some great specials each day and an amazing drink list. Inside I saw Trader Vic's Mai Tais on the board; everything made with fresh juices and fruits. They have a good-sized menu as well as the pizza menu. The prices are a bit higher than some of the other spots but the portions are BIG. Dan embraces the Rojo-style of eating - large plates and platters for everyone at the table to share. Many Rojo recipes and even the old Rojo pizza ovens in the back!

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