[Goose]

I like the Alpine Inn. I ate at the Goose last night which I also like, but miss the Oasis which I liked above all the Stanford hang outs.

Indeed the O was a necessary part of the triad. Each of them had their own atmosphere with both plusses and minuses. IMO the O had by far the "best" food. However the Goose deviled eggs and chili was uniquely enjoyable. The Chili recipe has changed over the years. Right now, IMO it is not as flavorful as it needs to be.
 
Zott's used to be a place for a burger and a pitcher with friends. The "new" Zott's is more upscale. It is making lots of money, but IMO it is still trying to figure out what it will be going forward. Does it want to compete with the Goose, Buck's, Parkside Grille, or Flea Street Cafe?

[Goose]

I like the Alpine Inn. I ate at the Goose last night which I also like, but miss the Oasis which I liked above all the Stanford hang outs.

Indeed the O was a necessary part of the triad. Each of them had their own atmosphere with both plusses and minuses. IMO the O had by far the "best" food. However the Goose deviled eggs and chili was uniquely enjoyable. The Chili recipe has changed over the years. Right now, IMO it is not as flavorful as it needs to be.
 
Zott's used to be a place for a burger and a pitcher with friends. The "new" Zott's is more upscale. It is making lots of money, but IMO it is still trying to figure out what it will be going forward. Does it want to compete with the Goose, Buck's, Parkside Grille, or Flea Street Cafe?