Sandwedge Café

She said:

Okay, as far as restaurants go, this place is truly a no-frills, casual restaurant. The exterior is shaped like a mid-century modern building with sand-colored stones adorning it. There’s a vinyl patio in the back (the east entrance) where diners can take in the beautiful view, and where golfers can rest and sip beer or sodas while waiting for their tee times to be announced over the intercom system.

Because we were unfamiliar with how the Sandwedge works, we approached the employee who stood behind the counter. Turns out that ordering and paying at the counter is how things are done there. 🙂

While we waited for our food to be ready, we decided to sit out on the patio to take advantage of the beautiful day. It was an excellent choice. We got to take in the beauty of the blue sky, fluffy white clouds, the spruce and pine trees, and the motorized carts transporting polo-shirt-wearing golf enthusiasts from one place to another. And let’s not forget the wildlife. I was charmed by the “Potgut” squirrels scampering around the grounds, zigzagging from tree to tree. One found its way to the patio and seemed a bit curious about us. After staring at us for a moment, it scurried away in search of food. Oh, and let’s not forget the magpies, either. Their presence was hard to ignore because, you know, they’re magpies. They’re loud and noisy, but I actually appreciate their brashness.

Finally, the young lady who’d been manning the counter brought out our food and apologized for the wait. It was okay because we were relaxing, enjoying the view, and in no big hurry to leave. My lunch consisted of a BLT and French fries, served in a white and red checkered paper “boat” or tray. The meal was standard, simple fare. The thick crinkle fries were lightly seasoned and served with a small cup of fry sauce. My BLT was served on golden-toasted sourdough bread, and the best part was the thick-cut hickory-smoked bacon that rested on crisp lettuce and firm, fresh tomato slices. It was a decent lunch, but the best part was sitting outside, taking in nature’s masterpieces.

He said:

We picked a beautiful early summer afternoon to visit the Sandwedge Café. Isolated white, fluffy clouds interrupted the deep blue sky as the slightest of breezes whistled through the trees. A verdant panorama unfolded before us, inviting us to forget our cares and bask in the moment. We happily accepted the invitation and enjoyed our relaxing, unhurried visit.

But before that, we had to order our meal. Several groups of patrons stood in separate masses around the counter, leaving us unsure where to go or what protocol to follow. We lined up behind one group and eventually met our hostess behind the counter. She took our order and said she would bring our meals to us. Then, we made our way to the patio.

As Kathy mentioned, we got to watch various forms of wildlife. We enjoyed observing the antics of various birds and squirrels. From our vantage, we could also view golfers as they approached and putted on the final hole of the Canyon Course.

The food may not win any awards, but it didn’t have to. It hit the spot on this leisurely afternoon. Besides, it wasn’t bad at all. Unlike any other Patty Melt I’ve ever had, this one, the Putter Melt, had no grease at all. Even the thick, hearty house-made patty had no grease. The toasted bread didn’t drip with butter. That made it easier to eat. It was a good thing, too, as we didn’t see any napkins on the patio, and we didn’t feel like getting up to search for any. The Patty Melt had only a few grilled onions, but I enjoyed its gooey Swiss cheese.

Conclusion:

The Sandwedge Café is probably of limited interest to those not golfing at the adjacent public course, but you may find it a great spot to grab a bite to eat while taking in the sights. Perhaps you can do as we did and combine a lunch at the Sandwedge with a scenic summer drive through the canyons.