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Take a break from the heat with Montreux in Summerville
By Denise K. James, Special to The Post and Courier
Thursday, June 17, 2010
The heat index is so high at the moment, you may want to skip the outdoor bar and head for the cool darkness of Montreux.
As one of the best spots in downtown Summerville, it has a large menu with summer-friendly fare such as shrimp tacos plus friendly bartenders to make you cool drinks. Stop in and let Sara Hubbard fix you a rum runner on a scorching day.
Q. How long have you worked at Montreux?
A: Since we opened in March 2009.
Q: What's your bartending background?
A: I've been bartending about 11 years, but I started off in Florida. I've only lived in Charleston for a year and a half, so this is my first place.
Q: What's the best beer to order here?
A: Magic Hat #9 -- it's a good summer beer.
Q: What's an awesome drink that you make?
A: I would say that I make a really good rum runner, and a really good margarita.
Q: What is your least favorite cocktail to make?
A: A mojito -- those are just a pain when you're really busy.
Q: What's the best food on your menu?
A: The shrimp and grits are awesome. Also, our fish 'n' chips and our burgers -- I'd say those are the top three.
if you go
what: Montreux Bar and Grill
where: 127 W. Richardson Ave., Summerville
phone: 261-1200
website: montreuxbarandgrill.com
Q: What is the best thing about working at Montreux?
A: Definitely the owners! They're the nicest people I've ever worked for.
Q: What is your favorite holiday to be behind the bar?
A: Halloween. That's always fun.
Q: Where do you like to go out?
A: If I do go out, I go to downtown Charleston. I like the Brick.
Q: What celebrity would you serve if you had the chance?
A: I would say Warren Haynes -- the guitar player for Gov't Mule.
Q: What advice would you give other bartenders?
A: Treat all your customers the way you'd want to be treated. And always introduce yourself to make "new" regulars.
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