Prospectors Grille and Saloon, Restaurant and Bar in Mount Laurel, New Jersey

In a Wawa in Pemberton Boro, I spotted a guy wearing a big black cowboy hat, a huge belt buckle keeping the already tight-fitted jeans up, matching cowboy boots and a white shirt with shiny embellishments that looked like he had been the victim of The Bedazzler. I admit, I don't quite get it. Country line dancing, western clothing- I truly am not a fan, however add steak to the mix and I may become a believer in all that is country.

Prosepectors Grille and Saloon located in Mount Laurel, NJ on Route 38 will bring out the cowboy or cowgirl in anyone. My sister Michele Rose and our good friend Rick, decided to try this steakhouse known for it's big produce bar (salad bar) smoky steaks, and country western atmosphere. Thursday's Special is the Mesquite T-Bone Steak and we couldn't have been more pleased. Grilled to perfection with choice of soup, side salad or produce bar plus a side dish for $18.99. We added bourbon sauce which we think had a hint of mint and very yummy. The baked potatoes were huge and again, perfect. Along with your meal, they bring a basket of rolls that have a sweet butter taste and were absolutely excellent. We opted to try their new appetizer, Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Chips, very similar to that of TGIFridays. We decided it didn't quite live up to TGIF's though it was tasty. Personally, I would have added a touch of garlic, onion and some fresh cracked pepper.

The Produce Bar is a whole other story. Packed with fresh greens of spring mix, romaine, spinach, fresh vegetables, fruits, cheeses, pastas, dressings, toppings, and more, trust me, you could make a meal of it for their price of $9.99. They even had cubed grilled chicken to add to your already hearty salad.

Honestly, I want to go back and just order the salad bar (or more appropriately, The Produce Bar.)

Along with great food and atmosphere, Prospectors holds events in The Club, and at The Pavillion which is an open air type of bar. Their calendar is posted on their personal website, http://www.prospectorsrestaurant.com/

Prospectors offers a full Lunch and Dinner Menu, Produce Bar, Appetizers, Burgers, Sandwiches, Steaks, Seafood, Pastas, Chicken, Ribs, Combinations and even Meatloaf! A fantastic looking dessert tray was passed up by us after this very satisfying meal. Next time, I'll save some room for dessert.