Waldo, its all about the Bologna

If you look up Waldo, Ohio, on Wikipedia, you do not get much. Initially, you learn the town was named after Waldo Pettibone. Additionally, the town has a population of about 350. Finally, they have a post office that has been in operation since 1847. That’s about all Wikipedia has to offer. So, no need to ever visit or even think about Waldo ever again. But wait, in the words of the great Paul Harvey, “stand by for the rest of the story.” PugsleyTonks can do better than Wikipedia. I have been a repeat visitor to Waldo, OH. I assure you its not for the old post office. When I go to Waldo, its all about the Bologna.

The post office is not the most significant establishment in Waldo. Rather, its the G&R Tavern. This heavily, blue collar tavern has been in operation for nearly 60 years. Not surprisingly, you do not stay in business in Waldo for 60 years without doing something right. And, the G&R bologna sandwich is that something right. To emphasize, the fame of this bologna sandwich is not just a local thing. On July 10, 2012, the Chicago Tribune featured an article on the G&R bologna sandwich. I saw it on the wall. Google it if you are skeptical. On roadfood.com, the critics rated the G&R bologna sandwich as…”Legendary — worth driving from anyplace.” The sign on the the side of the tavern speaks the truth.

Describing culinary delights is not a strong suit of mine. So, I am not going to be able to do justice to the reasons this meal is so road trip worthy. Its a smoky beef/pork bologna fried on the grill and topped with cheese, onions and pickles. Sorry, that’s all I know. Do NOT embarrass yourself by asking for special requests on the sandwich. These are friendly, humble folk, but they do have their limits. Since I can not explain the success of the sandwich, you have but one choice. Get in your car and drive to Waldo. As for the tavern in general, the place is comfortable…the people are friendly…and the PBR is cold.

Despite what you may think from the picture, the place was crowded for lunch. There was a waiting list for tables. Preferably, you will want to show up outside the typical lunch rush hours. Bring cash. Yep, the good folks at the G&R do NOT want your plastic money. So, I know some of you may turn up your snooty noses at fried bologna sandwiches. But, for you open minded, more worldly types, you are going to need to road trip to Waldo, its all about the Bologna. PT

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