Food and service were excellent. Not an extensive menu but the dishes we were served were freshly…read moreprepared. Excellent bottle of wine for 30.00. Antipasto and veal Parmesan were prepared expertly. Large portions of every entree

When I say tiny, I mean five-tables-tiny. Six, if there isn't a large party. By all means, make a…read morereservation. They had no choice but to turn people away Saturday evening. "May I see the wine list, please?" I asked. They don't have one. But they DO have wine, a nice selection from Italy. In describing what I like -- cab or malbec, around $30 -- the owner/server/host, suggested an excellent blend. $27. We started with antipasto. Look at my photo. Does that look good, or what?! Both T and I ordered piccata -- he veal, me chicken. Served over homemade fettuccini, the entrees were light, lemony and delicious. Dessert? Why yes. I asked the owner/server/host what the most popular dessert is. Limoncello cake. Not made in house, but boy, was it good! (I made sure T didn't have more than his fair share.) Not to be a snob, but NYC boasts the most delicious Italian restaurants. We know our food! And son-of-a-gun, three of the five tables tonight were filled with New Yorkers. Everyone other than us had been to Piccolo before. (And yes, I do talk to people I don't know!) If you don't want to wait weeks to get in to Carmello's, give Piccolo a try. I think you'll be pleased.

We like to dine at Toula's when we are looking or thinking of something different. We have tried…read moretheir gyros a number of times and they are fantastic. We have had salads with some type of meat and we have also tried the bowls. Everything is very tasty and flavorful.

Had lunch w a colleague We both got Greek salads, no…read moreprotein. Big salads with the standard ingredients for a Greek salad. Too few olives. They were okay. Others were busy ordering burgers, gyros and assorted platters. Good portions.

Had to refresh my review, still THE BEST IN TOWN !!…read more Make sure you stop in&& don't forget the CRISPY WINGS!

Had a meatball sub for lunch, reasonably priced, meatballs were very good as well as bread and…read moresauce. Definitely will try again

I know, I know - it looks like a tiny "locals only" joint from the road - but it's NOT. This will…read moresurprise you as one of the best seafood spots around here - and that's saying something. Service is also great and the prices are amazing for the freshest seafood around you can get. You won't be disappointed.

This was my first visit and it's exactly the kind of place you want when you're craving no-frills,…read morefresh seafood. It's a cute little roadside shack that feels like it used to be someone's house. We went on a Friday night in March, there was a line, but we were seated right away on the outdoor sun deck. Super laid back, a little quirky, and the perfect setting to sit outside and get messy with seafood. Service was great. The staff works as a team and you can tell, everything moved quickly and everyone was helpful. Our main server was especially friendly and made great recommendations. The food is definitely meant for sharing. We split a dozen medium blue crabs, two dozen clams, gumbo, and a stone crab and shrimp special. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and reasonably priced for the quality. Nothing felt overpriced. Do not skip the key lime pie. It was the perfect ending. Overall, it's simple, casual, and really well done. I'd absolutely go back.

Ok this place is a total dive. It was recommended to me by a local bartender who seems to know her…read morestuff. I came here after a round of golf. Everyone loved my golf hat- "play bad fast". I looked at the outdoor bar but every single seat was taken. All the outdoor tables were booked. So I went inside and saw the inside bar was also full. A table for ten and a table for 6 had departed and needed to be bussed, but both were too much for just one person. So I checked in w the hostess and she asked - booth or table. I wanted table. I got a nice table by the river! Lovely views. Exactly what I wanted. Menus were dropped and soon, Sam was checking in on me. I was so hungry, I had looked at the menu and pics on my way there. I went for the crab cake appetizer and the Gold Wave cocktail. For my entree, I was torn between the Grouper Reuben and the Sea Dog (fried grouper on a long roll, topped with all sorts of goodness). Sam said grouper Reuben was his choice. He asked if I wanted grilled, blackened or fried. I told him to surprise me. For my side, I had the choice of (more) coleslaw (it has coleslaw instead of sauerkraut), fries, sweet potato fries, or a side house or Cesar salad for $4 more. I went w the house salad and their standard citrus vinaigrette. Salad and crab cake came out first. Salad was a huge portion- romaine (some pieces needed better washing), red onion galore, halved cherry tomatoes and cucumber slices. It was great, but needed croutons. The crab cake was the perfect size for one person. It had a whole grain mustard remoulade sauce. Yum! It had some filler but also had a lot of crab. I enjoyed it. The grouper Rueben came out hot!!!! Served with a side of coleslaw and a pickle. I added some needed salt. Boy that fish filet was huge. Sam had put it in grilled for me. Healthy. Nice. I ate half and then I was stuffed. I filled up on the salad and crabcake apparently. I enjoyed the views of boaters going by. It started to rain hard and the folks outside just stayed there. The overhang must've been protecting them well. My server, Sam, was around often to answer my questions. Apparently the grouper Reuben market price is only $21. And if you want redfish or mahi, the price is the same- $21! That's crazy. What a deal. The gold wave is made with Elijah Craig; Good ol Kentucky bourbon. And for dessert, they have cheesecake, peanut butter pie, mud pie, key lime pie, coconut sorbet and orange cake (which he says is a local favorite). I was too stuffed to buy but happy to hear the list. Overall I had a wonderful meal and service was really good. I would recommend adding croutons to the salad, and cleaning up the bathrooms regularly. This place ain't fancy. It's a dirt parking lot. The tables are naked. Folks come casual. However, the prices are great and the food does the talking. Come check them out.

This is a popular local spot, and it was definitely busy when we visited. Our table was clean, but…read morethe floors were noticeably dirty. Every time our kids dropped their crayons, we jokingly told them, "You snooze, you lose," because we didn't want them picking anything up off the floor. Our waitress was very kind and patient, but we barely saw her throughout the meal. The service could definitely be more attentive. We also waited quite a while for our check, and by then our kids were getting pretty impatient. The kids' mac and cheese looked just like Kraft mac and cheese. The kids enjoyed it, but it's probably not something we'd order again since it's easy to make at home. The oysters were delicious, and I also really enjoyed the fried shrimp basket. I wasn't a fan of the radish sauce, but the coleslaw was excellent. My husband ordered the whole fried fish basket. Unfortunately, it was served without any utensils, so we had to wait until we could flag down another waitress to ask for some because we couldn't find our server. The fish also would have been easier to eat if it had been cut or partially filleted, as the crispy coating fell off the fish when trying to eat it, making it less appetizing. Overall, the food had some highlights, especially the oysters and fried shrimp, but cleaner floors and more attentive service would have made the experience much better.

My first visit to Tamiami Tavern, but absolutely will not be my last…read more I had read online they served a good beef on weck. Well, that's a local specialty in my home state so I had to find out. The plate was golden, I was very surprised. The beef was very plentiful and top quality (sliced correct thickness and piled HIGH). The kimmelweck roll was hardy enough to hold up, but didn't overpower the beef. It had the perfect ratio of caraway seed and salt. A generous side of au jus, and horseradish, completed the sandwich. I chose coleslaw as the side dish, and it was also very good. The service was tops, the environment was very friendly and inviting. This will be top of my list to visit, and recommend to others when they request a good place to dine out.

My husband and I stopped by Tamiami Tavern for the first time for a quick dinner. The atmosphere…read morehas an Irish pub feel, and the décor is sparse. Both the hostess and our waitress were very friendly and welcoming. Our drinks were brought out quickly after we were seated. The Mountain Dew tasted almost like pure syrup, which made it difficult to enjoy. We ordered the Tavern Steak Hoagie with French fries, and I also had a bowl of lobster bisque. Unfortunately, the food didn't quite meet our expectations. The lobster bisque was extremely salty. The steak hoagie was small and wasn't what we expected for $24. We've enjoyed many steak and cheese hoagies over the years, and this one left us disappointed. Overall, the service and atmosphere were the highlights of our visit. While the food wasn't a hit for us this time, the staff was pleasant and the restaurant itself is clean.

Food was excellent...huge portions... nice choices on menu…read more Service was excellent... very friendly and not rushed Prices very reasonable Cleanliness was very good Decor was updated which was a nice surprise Great Affogato for dessert

This little place is a hidden treasure! They make all their food from scratch and also their ice…read morecream. The first time, l got a pot roast sub, it was so delicious. I got a scoop of pistachio ice cream after. Let me tell you, they use whole pistachios not itty bitty pieces, and a lot of them. It was delicious!! The second time, l just got, two scoops of ice cream, pistachio of course, since l was craving it from my first visit, and lemon meringue!! OMG, both were sooo delicious!!! I wish l lived closer. l live in NP, so it has to be a days trip!!

We used Jay's to cater a party we recently had in our home. The smoked ribs and sausage were…read moreoutstanding . We received many compliments from out guests . The meaty ribs were especially good. We usually make the ribs but never again. We will order from Jay's! We also got potato salad and cornbread there. Everything was simply delicious and packaged nicely in foil containers that fit perfectly in our chafing racks. They do not deliver. You have to pick up your order.

We stopped by Jay's Smokin BBQ and ordered the pulled pork sandwich with baked potato, along with…read morethe BBQ wings and French fries. One thing we enjoyed was the selection of three BBQ sauces: Carolina, Hot, and Signature BBQ. The Carolina sauce is mustard-based and had a nice tangy flavor. The Hot sauce had a kick without being overly spicy, and the Signature BBQ sauce was also very good. All three sauces were flavorful and definitely worth trying. As for the food, the pulled pork sandwich was OK, although it wasn't the best pulled pork I've ever had. The BBQ wings were HUGE, which was impressive, but unfortunately, they were pretty disappointing in the flavor department. They were basically tasteless. The French fries were almost bordering on steak fries. They were cooked well and had a good flavor, so those were a win for us. Overall, I'd say Jay's BBQ is okay. The restaurant itself is clean, nicely decorated, and has a welcoming atmosphere. The staff was very friendly and attentive, which is always a plus. There were some good things, but the wings definitely needed some flavor. The prices were average for restaurants today. One thing to take note of: There is a 3% surcharge for using a credit card, so keep that in mind when paying your bill.

Great food, excellent service by Kristy and great vibes…read more If you're looking for excellent food, good value, all with a smile, you've got to try Deep Creek Pizzeria!

We decided to try Deep Creek Pizza because of all of the great food reviews that have been posted…read moreon Charlotte County Eats. Well, first of all we rate pizza by how well it reheats. We ordered two side Greek salads, and a large vegetable pizza minus the olives, adding eggplant. We were told to sit anywhere, received menu's and drinks right away. Ordered our food a few minutes later, and received our salads in a reasonable time. The restaurant seats about 37 in total, it's not a big place. When the pizza showed up it was steaming hot, and looked really good. As we ate it the center was super thin, but the wife and I agreed that the pizza became tougher the longer it sat, meaning that the dough was over worked. Meaning it probably will not reheat well.

Just a fun and good place. Five stars for Pub/Sports Bar food and atmosphere. People super…read morefriendly. Had a Cuban sandwich which was very nice. cold beer, lots of TV's. Inside, bar and outside seating. What is not to like?

The service was prompt and our waitress was nice but the restaurant itself was very dirty and the…read morefood was meh. The onion rings were completely filled with oil, and it burst out when I bit into them, the flavor was quite bad. The prime rib sandwich was minced and overcooked. Not much flavor. We stopped in because there was nothing else in the area but my advice would be to keep on driving.