Review: Who’s Inn?
If You’re Not Inn, You’re Out
Located on Haledon Ave in the shadow of nearby William Paterson College, the recently improved “New” Who’s Inn? fuses elements of a local watering hole with a veritable training ground for Beer Olympics. Upon entrance, appearances are deceiving; a small bar featuring only about 10 seats gives the impression of a “townie” bar spot, not usually appealing to the local college crowd. Further inspection would find a pool table -$1 per game - and an enclosed area for darts that separates patrons from the game, preventing anyone from having to yell “Dude, you got a f*#&ing dart in your neck!” (I like you man, but you’re crazy…)
But this location offers a secret for the college crowd that the casual passer-by would not easily discover. Through a small door beyond the pool table lies a former storage area converted to a beer pong/flip cup haven. Here, the hottest college drinking games can be played by amateurs and seasoned veterans alike, with enough elbow room to feel comfortable. This place isn’t fooling around — the bar holds monthly beer pong tournaments and hosted a Beer Olympics the weekend of April 20th.
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Burritos, fajitas, chimichangas, and tacos dominate most menus, offering a choice of beef, chicken, steak, or shrimp. Mini-burritos are also offered if one feels that a full-sized burrito would be too large for one person (I estimate the regular-sized burritos are at least a pound, although I forgot my pocket burrito scale at home). Baby back ribs and chicken wings/fingers provide an alternative to those who are not as eager to indulge in the Mexican cuisine. Pancho’s also features a special brunch on Saturdays and Sundays featuring huevos rancheros (eggs) and chorizo among other Mexican dishes. The dish that looks most curious is green eggs and ham - the color comes from a green tomatillo sauce. In addition, the availability of a low-carb menu and vegetarian dishes bolsters Pancho’s motto of “Eat burritos, live longer.” And don’t expect plates of bland vegetables, either; the low-carb menu features burritos, quesadillas, and wraps. Vegetarian dishes include a portabello salad and meat-free wraps.
For me, no authentic Mexican experience would be complete without a margarita or freshly made fruity sangria. Pancho’s offers margaritas frozen or on the rocks in several flavors including strawberry, mango, peach, and melon. The sangria is filled with fresh fruit and made on the premesis. The bar offers several beers on tap as well as in bottles, including Corona, Tecate, Negro Modelo, and Dos Equis, as well as Bud, Rolling Rock, and Heineken. Pancho’s has about 15 tables indoors and, during warmer weather, the patio features several tables for outdoor dining. Pancho’s also offers take out and delivery and an adjacent parking lot is rarely full.
