496303 Thu Mar 06 07:44:22 -0800 2008 1 8 Midwest 0 3465425 We go to Jake's in Maplewood occasionally for martinis. We have had approximately seven different bartenders when we have been there. Each of the different bartenders has made us several very good martinis when we have visited. We do our's up wet with Ketel One. Compared to many other places, the martinis at Jakes have been consistently good. We have not cared for any of the appetizers that we have tried there. We go for cocktails only. Thu Mar 06 07:44:23 -0800 2008 15142 MIKELOCK34 1 3465461 Jake's in Maplewood has a patio that looks like it would be fantastic when the weather warms up. It sounds like it would be a good place to sit and have martinis! And, I agree, the chow's not too stellar. http://www.chowhound.com/topics/490136 ~TDQ Thu Mar 06 07:57:15 -0800 2008 3465425 12005 The Dairy Queen