[Cliff downed the remainder of his as well, ordered another of the same, and gladly began to dig into his food when the steaming, breaded sticks arrived.

...they weren't half bad either.]

Oh, trust me. I know. Been here for about a year and a half now. [He spoke between bites, clearly enjoying the meal.] At least you haven't had to deal with the stuff they pull in the winter yet, have you?