That Was Maxim Magazine Then, This Is the World Now

Tennessean food columnist Jim Myers turns some personal time into proactive journalism.

In the March 2011 issue of Maxim magazine, a portion of “16 Best Sports Bars in America” about Sam’s Sports Grill, formerly located in Tennessee near the campus of Vanderbilt University, read as follows:

Resident bartender knowledge: How to pick up local chicks. ‘Get ’em hammered! Everyone’s really friendly because it’s a college town. Vanderbilt is right next to us, so cheer for their team.’

The Hillsboro Village location closed following a fire in 2015. However, at the affiliated Sam’s Place in Belle Meade, a framed display in the restrooms highlights that text as well as the cover of the March 2011 issue and voted honor.

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