Love love love this place…read more We started off with cocktails and they were delicious. Large martinis served up cold. It was a little strange cuz it was New England night and that's where we come from but we ordered the clams and the asgar go and both were delicious. Cute restaurant even if it is in a strip mall and the waitress was attentive and welcoming. I went with the shrimp and grits and they were the best I've had. I did sample off of a few other plates. The blackened shrimp with pasta and lobster sauce okay was also a big hit. The owner dropped by the table to say hello and make sure everything was okay. We told him it was and they were the best clams we've had and we come from New England. If you're in the area, I strongly suggest going to mean Dean's local kitchen.

All three times that we dined here the service was slow. Maybe because it was weekends and maybe…read morebecause they often times have huge parties dining here. Our first time that we came here for prime rib day we were told that we couldn't have prime rib that day because they overcooked the prime rib. So they lost money on us because we both ordered items that were three dollars cheaper than the prime rib that we have been expecting. Then the next time we dined here, our waitress took my martini order and 20 minutes later. It still had not arrived, so I went to the bar and there was no one at the bar and when the waitress came back, she told me she would just going to the bar to make it. And she did. Such good reviews made us come back for a third time which was kind of a combination of the first times we had dined here When we come back here to Florida 10 months from now, we'll give it another shot, but this time we're going to try it during the week.

Excellent food, personable service, and a nice, "home town family pub" style  atmosphere and…read moreambiance. I had the burger Al Pastor, along with their homemade coleslaw as the side, and it was fantastic. Highly recommended!

I would not call this a cafe. This is clearly a restaurant and bar. Which is fine, but not what the…read morename implies. However, that was not my biggest issue with the place. While it looked rather empty the bartender was acting absolutely slammed and frantic. We had chosen to sit at the front bar because the place looked rather empty and thought that would be easier. It was nearly 10 minutes before she even came to ask for our drink order. My friend and I have both worked in the service industry and understand someone being in the weeds so we told her that we understood and could be patient. Once our drink order was actually taken it was a while still before our drinks were made and served to us. That was fine. They were tasty even if my friend's Arnold Palmer was light on tea and heavy on lemonade. Not a huge deal. However, with how long everything was taking we decided not to order any food, despite the food looking pretty good. Boy were we glad that we didn't! We were there for over an hour and the bartender was in our sight that entire time. At no point did we see her, or the server who was helping her at different points in time, wash their hands. Even after handling trash or used dishes from tables. We could see them handling this trash and where the sink was (there were actually multiple sinks in our view) and they just... did not use them. So not great for food handling and safety. This was made even worse after we watched the waitress hand the bartender two glasses of water from a table. The bartender then dumped the contents and placed the glasses on the bar mat as if they were waiting to be used again without washing between customers. So, unless someone can prove to me actual food safety and handling training of staff that is given and enforced, I will not be returning.

Food was good and plentiful ... the air was blowing on us .... Too cold. The bar was not inviting.read more

The 100+ year old building has lots of ambience and coupled with the friendly service and food it…read moreis a very enjoyable and tasty night out.

First visit did not disappoint. I shouldn't have gone on a Saturday morning but the chaos kinda…read moregoes to show how popular it is. Meat prices almost comparable to Sam's which means the quality here is much better and worth it. So many samples. I had a fresh warm blueberry donut and it was So soft and moist. Not too sweet which can bd dangerous bc I could eat a dozen in one sitting.

Detwiler's Farm Market is hands down one of my favorite places to shop for anything fresh. When I…read moresay farm fresh, I mean straight-from-the-farm fresh -- and they truly support local farmers. The produce section is always piled high with the most beautiful displays of fruits and vegetables. They make fresh salsa in-house, have an entire area of fresh fruit (even a station where you can core your own pineapple!), and offer some of the freshest seafood and meats around. The deli is just as impressive, with sandwiches, soups, and salads -- and you can have a sandwich made exactly how you like it. There's even a cheese bar where they sample specialty cheeses. Around special occasions like Valentine's Day, you'll find them hand-dipping chocolate-covered strawberries and offering samples. Their bakery is incredible. Everything is made from scratch -- the cinnamon rolls are absolutely amazing, and we love the cookies and cakes. They bake their own bread and even make their own donuts. From the produce to the meat department to the bakery, everything at Detwiler's is truly top-notch. They also have an ice cream counter featuring homemade Yoder's ice cream. You can grab a sundae, milkshake, or even an açai bowl while you're there. Yes, it's always busy -- but somehow the checkout lines move quickly every single time. They are incredibly efficient, and the staff is some of the friendliest and most helpful you'll find anywhere. The store is beautifully decorated, with each department thoughtfully themed. They play uplifting Christian music throughout the store, and no matter how crowded it gets, it's always a pleasant experience. People are genuinely smiling -- even the shoppers seem happy to be there. If you're visiting from out of town, Detwiler's is a must-stop. And if you're local, it deserves a permanent spot on your weekly shopping list. Decor, quality, service -- it's a 10 out of 10 every time.

Always fantastic! Pho is delicious and hot. Shrimp tempura is a great starter. My boyfriends is…read moreobsessed with the peanut sauce that comes with the spring rolls. Vietnamise coffee is perfect and the taro boba is another favorite of ours. The staff is very kind and happy to help. Steamed pork dumplings are a must!

Can only comment on ambiance and service, because we walked out; no one greeted us upon entering,…read moreand there was no indication of their seating process. Every table with people had no food, and every table without diners was piled with dirty dishes. A patron closest to us was kind enough to share that he'd been waiting with his family for 45 minutes for his dinner. 45 minutes!!! I thanked him and we did an about-face. Clearly the proprietors cannot handle their business.

Perfection!! The BEST japchea, salt and pepper chicken and jasmine milk tea..as well…read moreAs excellent customer service. Literally, the only non-family member on speed dial on my phone !!!

Sweet Krunch feels like one of those "if you know, you know" spots. My uncle always suggests it…read morewhenever I ask what we should eat when he's in Bradenton. I live here and pass it a million times, the parking lot is usually empty and the outside doesn't really draw you in; so I never thought much of it. The staff were really nice. They did mix up my order at first (giving me flats and a different flavor), but they fixed it immediately and let me keep the original, which I appreciated. The place is clean, mainly set up for takeout, but you can sit inside if you want. I got a lychee juice slushy with lychee jelly because it's sounded refreshing but I don't think I'm a fan of Boba tea. Now for the main reason I'd come back: the chicken! I ordered the 8-piece drumsticks-only, soy garlic, fried extra hard and they nailed it. The chicken was crispy, flaky, tender, fall off the bone, and the perfect size. Not huge, pumped-up pieces. OMG IT WAS SOOO GOOD! It's definitely a spot you could breeze past without noticing, but once you try the chicken, you understand! I'd absolutely recommend it.

very quick service. I have eaten here myself and with friends and they love it as much as I do. I…read morelove the vegan pho. The broth is flavorful with fresh ingredients of jalapenõ slices, bean sprouts, Thai basil and a lime wedge. I love this place. thank you for having vegan options and having delicious food.

We came here because of the vegan section of the menu, which we definitely appreciate…read more I ordered the vegan spicy lemongrass pho ($16.75) and vegan tofu lemongrass saute ($16). Both supposedly come with veggies, but the veggie portions were pathetic: a few slices of carrot, 2-3 pieces of snap peas in the soup; onions in the lemongrass tofu, plus a few pieces of raw cabbage, carrot and daikon on the side with the rice). The main portions were only moderate. The pho had a few pieces of each of the vegan beef and tofu, a moderate vermicelli portions, and admittedly a nice salty broth. Not the worst we've had, and I guess I shouldn't complain about vegan options in a town like this, but this was a pretty lacklustre meal given the portions and lack of veggies. Hard to recommend it for that reason.

This little unassuming spot was absolutely buzzing over an hour wait on a Tuesday and it's easy to…read moresee why. The marina setting is such a vibe, with dockside picnic tables, a tiki bar, and a small indoor space with a bar and a few tables. We were genuinely blown away by the quality of the food. Everything tasted incredibly fresh the menu says "caught and served same day," and it absolutely lives up to that promise. The blackened fish tacos were a standout and some of the best we've had. The Caesar salad dressing is made In house and is absolutely delicious! We added the blackened mahi and it was filling and delicious. I have mastered a homemade recipe and I'm hard to impress when it comes to Caesar . (We ordered it extra saucy) The only thing we didn't love was the grouper spread, but that was more of a personal preference--it leaned more toward a tuna fish style spread rather than the creamier version we were expecting. The service was great too, the waiters are obviously kept super busy in a spot like that but still managed to get the job done with a smile! Overall, this was easily some of the best food we've had in Florida in the 10 years we've been coming here for spring break. We'll definitely be adding this spot to our yearly rotation.

Disclaimer, I am not a fish person. We went to this establishment at the insistence of my wife. Our…read moresister-in-law highly recommended it. They both stated that the restaurant has other options for non-fish people. We arrived at the restaurant at 2:30 in the afternoon on a Wednesday. The restaurant was extremely busy, with very limited parking. An employee directed me to park in the "Bridge Tenders" parking space saying everything would be good. We had a 30 minute wait for a table. The bar menu is strictly beer and wine. The waitress was rushed and did not offer any specials or recommendations to the table. I ordered the grilled chicken. When it arrived, it looked like a photo from a fine dining restaurant for being plated on a paper plate served with plastic utensils. The chicken was devoid of any taste. No seasoning. (Not even salt and pepper.) The coleslaw was not good - marginal at best. The tap beer was cold but it was served in a small beer mug for $6. I'm guessing it was an 8 oz serving. The bill was $100 for the four of us. (Two people shared a salad). In summary, I think you can do better. I'd drive by.

Decided to try out O'Bricks for lunch with my adult children. We ate outside on a perfect Florida…read morespring day. We asked if there was bread, and they have a complementary bread and pesto that was excellent. We each chose something different so we could try four different meals. The fish tacos were great! Great flavor and huge piece of fresh fish. The green beans are an excellent side choice. The grilled salmon was also excellent. The key lime aioli was sweet, but delicious. The crab cake was not deep fried and crispy, but full of large pieces of crab. The homemade potato chips and fries were great. I did prefer the fries. They also have gluten free buns for the burgers. Service was also excellent.

I went to O'Bricks Irish Pub & Martini Bar and honestly it was a solid little spot. I got the Lola…read morePinot Noir and the blackened Atlantic salmon and both were good. Salmon + green beans did what they needed to do. They gave me coleslaw too, did I ask for it? no. did I eat it? also no, but that's a personal preference thing. We also got the Mediterranean sampler and that was actually really good. I even tried my mom's martini of the month and I don't even like martinis like that but I would 100% drink that one again. The vibe is kinda in between, you can dress up or show up casual and not feel weird. It's a little loud but in a fun way like good for a date night or girls night. Service was decent, the girl at the bar was nice and clearly doing everything at once, so no complaints there. Drinks aren't insanely strong, but they can be cute depending on what you order. My wine looked like...wine, but my mom's martini had a cute rim. It ended up being around $57 not including tip which honestly felt cheap for everything we got. Only downside is street parking, so be ready to walk a bit if you didn't park right beside it. I'd definitely go back if I'm in the area.

Food was delicious Place was clean…read moreService was good Had summer rolls they were fresh Pork belly was delicious And a must the combination Pho

I was in town visiting family, and they said this place was good, so I ordered takeout! The service…read morewas fast and friendly. I got fried rice, chicken wings, and a fruit tea--it was all so good! Unfortunately, I only took a picture of the wings lol. I would definitely go back when I'm in town again!