Sunday, January 25, 2009

The weekend ...

What a great, and interesting weekend. I spent quite a bit of time surfing the web and checking out some other local Prescott blogs - there is really some great and interesting stuff out there. Alot of it funny and thought provoking too.
I started to wonder where they get the time to do those things, and why...
But anyhoo ... great weekend at 129 1/2 - just got in a bit ago, and have to admit that Rosemary and Frankie Chavez, along with Jack Petersen and Scottich Brian were way too much fun! Jack and Brian have this great chemistry where they just egg each other on - everyone loved it and stayed through an extra set. They are gonna be back every Saturday through March - but if you come in to hear 'em
- don't leave before the final set so you can hear "On Broadway" - tons of fun.
Tomorrow it's soup sunday at El Gato - Dinner at 129 1/2 with The Jackson Jones Trio - what a great way to spend your Sunday afternoon. Soup ... then a lite dinner and upbeat Jazz
Almost through January ... and hangin' in there!
Have a great one, and be sure to check us out for Lunch at 129 1/2 next week
- if you haven't been - you don't know what your missin'.
- Barry

Tuesday, January 6, 2009

Sunday Brunch Jazz Series

Jazz at the Grille Series
A Monthly 129½ Sunday Brunch Event
Under the Musical Direction of Steve Annibale

Jan. 18 – “Swing in the New Year”, The Arizona Swing Machine
with Steve Annibale, matt Jackson, Clyde Score and Aj Shiana

Feb. 1 – “For the Love of Jazz”, Rosemary & Frankie Chavez
With Jack Petersen, Tom Winker and Steve Annibale

March 1 - “A Tribute to Louis Armstrong”, Bill West & Steve Annibale
with Larry Kantor and "Scottish" Brian Sinclair

Ala Carte Menu and Great Music – reservations required
11 and 1:30pm

Monday, January 5, 2009

Lunch at 129 1/2

Lunch at 129 ½
Served 11–2 Monday-Friday
Starters

Warm Brie with Fresh Fruit Compote and Baguettes
8
Smoked Salmon Spread
Served with Warm Baguettes, Capers, Sliced Tomatoes and Balsamic Onions
6
Escargot
Our House favorite, with Mushrooms in a Sherried Herb Sauce over Grilled Baguettes
7
Soup d’ Jour
Ask your server for today’s selection
4 / 6
Salads
Caesar Salad
Crisp Romaine with Garlic Croutons, Parmesan and our Creamy Dressing
Add Grilled Tenderloin or Shrimp – 5, Grilled Chicken – 4
9
Winter Greens & Goat Cheese
Mixed Greens tossed with a Cranberry Vinaigrette, Dried Fruit, and Walnuts
with Creamy Goat Cheese and Balsamic Onions
9

Sandwiches
- with your choice of ‘Slaw, Mixed Greens or Sweet Potato Fries -

Chicken Sandwiches

Buffalo Chicken
Lightly Breaded and deepfried Breast of Chicken, topped with a Spicy Buffalo Sauce, Smoked Gouda, and Caramelized Onions
8
Grilled Chicken Caprece
Lightly marinated Chicken Breast, served on Toasted Focaccia with Tomato, Fresh Basil, Fresh Mozzarella and a Roasted Garlic Cream Cheese
8
Beef Sandwiches

Prime Rib Cheese Steak
Thinly sliced Prime Rib with Green Peppers, Caramelized Onions and Melted Provolone
9
NY Strip Sandy
Lean grilled sirloin, topped with Tobacco Onions, Roasted Garlic Cream Cheese
and Caramelized Tomatoes
11
Rueben
Lean Corned Beef, Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut and a Creamy Dressing on Marbled Rye
8
Veggie Sandwiches

Barry’s Grilled Cheese
On Thick Wheat Berry with Dijon, Provolone, Gruyere and Tomatoes
7
Basil Pesto Portabella
Grilled Portabella slices, Roasted Garlic & Basil Pesto Cream Cheese,
Caramelized Tomatoes, Roasted Red Bell Pepper, wilted Spinach
and Melted Swiss on Hearty Ciabatta
8
Grilled Eggplant Stack
Grilled Eggplant, Roasted Red Bell Peppers and Mozzarella with a Sundried Tomato Olive Oil Drizzle and Fresh Herbs
8
Roasted Beets, Chevre and Walnuts
Served Open face on Grilled Ciabatta, with Horseradish Apple Butter, Roasted Beets and Goat Cheese with an Apple Balsamic Reduction and Candied Walnuts
9

Entrees, Casseroles & Such

Carne Stuffed Baked Potato
Grilled Tenderloin filled Idaho Baker, with a Black Bean Chili Sauce & Melted Cheddar
8
Vodka Penne & White Clam
Simply the best! Penne Pasta tossed in a Creamy Vodka and White Clam Sauce
9
Baked Mac & Chz
Our Four Cheese Macaroni and Cheese with Gouda, Parmesan, Cheddar
and Chevre. Served with a Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
8
Beef Goulash
Elbow Macaroni baked in a hearty Beef Stew with Tomatoes, Onions and Fresh Herbs
9
Catfish
Blackened, Cornmeal Fried, or Baked served with Rice and Side Salad
10
Jalapeño Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Large Sea Scallops, wrapped in Jalapeño Bacon and Chargrilled,
served with a Cilantro Aioli served with Rice and ‘Slaw
11
Lobster Fritters
Sweet Slipper Tail Meat, in a Citrus and Herb Batter
– with a Trio of Sauces Cilantro Aioli, Hearty Mustard, and Remoulade
Served with a Side of Fresh Greens
11
Fresh Catch
Ask your server for today’s freshly flown in Selections
- priced daily
Eggplant Parmagiana
Thick Slices, Breaded and Deepfried with layers of Ricotta, with Pasta and Marinara
9
Prickly Pear BBQ Ribs
½ Rack of Slow Roasted BBQ Ribs with our Prickly Pear BBQ Sauce
15

Tuesday, December 23, 2008

Christmas Eve Open House

Join us for Festive Fun …

at Our First
Christmas Eve Open House

Holiday Tunes from “The Hot Club”
Egg Nog, Holiday Fare and More …



11- 1 pm

129 ½ N. Cortez

Take a break
and come on down the street …
for a little Cheer!

Have a very Merry Christmas,
Happy Holiday,
and a Fine 2009!

Monday, December 1, 2008

Five Year Anniversary at 129 1/2

129 ½ An American Jazz Grille
That’s Right! December marks our Five Year Anniversary at 129 ½!

We opened our doors on Acker Music Festival Night five years ago,
and have been working hard to bring you the food,
music and service you have come to expect and enjoy.
Thanks!

We have a lot going on again this month,
Plus, some great surprises for the NEW YEAR!
In the meantime …

Wednesday Night 12/4
The Hot Club of Prescott
(Oh yeah, it’s Pasta Night Too!)

Thursday 12/5
Ramon Dana and myself ….
… Yeah as in me Barry.
We’ve actually been working on some stuff – so stop on by and see what ya think!

And then … The pros return …
Friday 12/6
Frankie & Rosemarie Chavez
Incredible Vocals – Great Fun – and always an upbeat finish!

Saturday 12/7
After a long absence ….
The Steve Annibale Trio
Another great reason to come down to the Courthouse Lighting Event

Sunday 12/8
Ramon Returns …
on his own this time
6 – 9
Thanks again for all the support, ideas and suggestions …
Keep ‘em coming and Join us for a Great Month!

As always, thanks for Coming In!
- Barry

Sunday, November 23, 2008

Soup Sunday 11/23/08 at El Gato

Soup & Salad Sunday!
Add a side salad for $2.00 to any soup selection

Posole
Corn Chowder
Tuscan Tomato
Shrimp Bisque
Tortilla
Creamy Ham & Mushroom
Curry Chicken & Vegetable
Spanish Beef & Artichoke

Available Cup or Bowl
$4.00 Cup / $6.00 Hearty Bowl
$7.00 (2) two cups

Full Tapas and Dinner Menu available at 3:00pm

Monday, November 3, 2008

Halloween pics from 129 1/2

"Father Vampire Bob Shimizu"
- Hello Abby!


- Luke "Whattya mean you don't like your drink?"

- Oh yeah ... I'm havin' fun! "Can I wear this everyday?"





- I'm just here for the coffee!




Just some guys we drug in off the street.

(Beginners Luck)


Here are some great Halloweenm shots from Jane Ann! Thanks and have a good one!

Mike- ala DVA costume finds








Larry "Slash" Kantor - how did ALison talk him into this outfit?








Terri Farnneti - Maurices supposed better half!









This was the saddest look of the night!













- More to follow


















Hope to see ya all in this week - there is a ton going on as always.