Stadium is set up in an area of town that they share with the Cowboys. Lots of space, lots of parking. Area is kind of a convention complex that is custom built for the venues. Nothing by way of game day experience all around the stadium. No bars/restaurants, no tailgating, nothing; but I get the impression that this is the way of Texas so I will not hate...It was actually kind of pretty as they just turned the surrounding areas into kind of a giant park. The stadium was built in 94 and they appear to be trying to pay homage to parks of yesteryear. Large columns and switch back-esk ramps line the exterior of the concourse, which was closed all the way around (save a section of center). The one thing that struck me was how tall the ceilings were in the concourse.
We had great seats four rows up on the cusp of right field. Only One jumbotron in the place that was on top of the upper deck in right that I had to do a pretty significant neck crane to see. Columns line center field and I actually learned that it's a business park that lives in between, they have no access to the stadium at all. Weird. A couple of commons in center with sight lines to the game, they overlooked the elevated bullpens, and there was a restaurant out there as well.
Beer selection was pretty weak, couple of local brews but ultimately dominated by Budweiser. Food was 'interesting' they had several 'Texas' sized items like dogs and nachos that were enormous...also saw wings, which was unusual. I opted for the turkey leg, which was pretty fantastic actually....Fans were super engaged and cared throughout the game and the Rangers won 5-2. The stadium had charm for sure, but due to the time it was built and the amenities (or lack there of) it has it's really subpar compared to other stadiums today. I'd say it's closest peer would be Turner field, but they have a more intimate atmosphere that plays better in the baseball going experience. Grade C
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