The summer sky starts to turn pink as I walk with friends and a new puppy along the streets of Thornton Park. As we approach our dog friendly venue, we see other people meeting in front giving hugs and talking with smiles. I feel slightly under-dressed as I see girls in cute dresses and high heels lean over to pet our companion, the new puppy. I then realize there are others in jeans and that that is what Wildside is about. Feeling comfortable in your style,having fun, and eating good food.
We took a table outside and our waitress came to us right away ready to take our order. This was my first time here, so I needed some time to check out the menu. A few of us eventually decided to share a pitcher of Sangria and a couple others had glasses of wine. The puppy was laying under the table, enjoying ripping up a dropped paper napkin.
Soon after we ordered, a few more girls came up to us to see the puppy and one brought a toddler. The toddler tried to run under the table to grab the puppy and we all laughed in the comfortable and active atmosphere Wildside is known for. While waiting for our food, my friend sitting next to me informed me she celebrated her birthday here last year. After sipping on my Sangria with good friends and enjoying the warm summer evening outside, I can see why.
Wildside is now a Thornton Park favorite of mine and I know I will enjoy many more barbequed meals, pitchers of Sangria, and great times with friends in the future.
