IPH is growing on me fast. It's mostly what a souped-up pub should be. The beer selection is large and varied. There's also standard macro-brews if you want. They have some great cocktails and extensive collection of straight liquor. The menu is upgraded pub grub. The servers and bartenders are friendly. And the decor and ambiance are what one would expect of a place called Industry. Plus they have lots of TV's showing sports. Yes, folks in Lawrenceville are still allowed to like sports.\n\nLet's start with the cocktails. They have one called the Smokestack, where they take whiskey, add a couple other ingredients and then torch some wood and let the smoke infuse into the drink. The differences betwixt the woods are discernible. I believe my friends liked the mesquite the best.\n\nNow, on to the truffle fries. Get separate orders or rue the fact that you have to share with others. As we happily munched on our truffle fries one evening, we also looked longingly at another group that had ordered the nachos, which came out piled up at least half foot high with fixin's. (or a more realistic but still high measurement). The burghers (their spelling) are quite good. But last time I ordered a cajun chicken sandwich which came with habanero jack cheese. It was hot. Ridiculous hot. I'm South Asian; my people live for heat. This was hot.\n\nAs for ambiance and service. I've been quite pleased with the level of attentiveness at the bar. Things might take a smidge longer if you're sitting at one of the high tables; still not that bad. The place does get a bit crowded on a weekend night but, well, if you're expecting a quiet, unobtrusive night, why are you out at a place with the words \"Public House\" in its name?
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