Skiela was the best - wanted to grab dinner before the hockey game and she made sure we were well taken care of and had us out with time to spare! Our salads were on point and the drinks were delicious- spiked lemonade is always a good choice :-) Fords is a great place to eat and before an Everblades game its always fun!!!! read more

1. Food is good 2. Service was awesome 3. Restaurant has clean bathrooms 4. Great bar selections Fords garage is always consistent read more

Love how creative this food and beverage experience is from the time you walk in, to using the restroom to leaving! Everything is so well thought out I always come back and have to try something new every-time I come! Ambiance is sTOP tier and love the hanging car! Service at the outside bar wasn't very friendly today but every other time our service has been amazing. read more

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Burger was flavorful but pretty small, fries were a very small serving also. Thai chicken salad was big and delicious. Cool decoration. read more

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Sat at bar for appetizers and then went to outside bar for a couple of drinks and watched the Celtics. Bar staff was very friendly and attentive. read more

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Stopped for a quick lunch bite by myself. Sat outside by the bar. Place was packed. I had the smoked brisket burnt ends melt. Gonna say this is one of the best tasting sandwiches I have ever had. Loved it. That's the only thing I had so that's that. The service was excellent and the place definitely has a great atmosphere. Can't wait to go back and try everything else on the menu. Enjoy read more

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Ok. I like this place good food for sure. This was first time time to this location.. very well kept most staff seemed friendly . I will say prices are as expected.. Our particular waitress kept up with us and kind of attentive.checking on us and all that stuff wait staff usually so. but not the happiest or the most talkative person no small talk or anything like that. But other then that it was pleasant and would go back again. And did I mention it's location it's in the outlet mall. So had taken the opportunity to walk the mall after. read more

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Ange was an excellent server 10 out of 10 experience! The food was very well cooked and seasoned and the beers were cold!

Ford's Garage is a must-see for even the lightest car enthusiast. The interior decor is unique including the restrooms - which are also a must-see pit stop. The restaurant was a bit crowded mid-afternoon Sunday with a slow green flag at the hostess stand to seat us and the service was in a bit of a slow gear. Get revved up with the smoked Old Fashioned or appetizers of fried pickles and onion ring tower. Your tank will be fueled by the time your table finishes the delicious burger, fries, or Parmesan truffle fries. read more

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Amazing food and great experience! This was my first time bringing out-of-town guests from Canada, and it did not disappoint. The Giant Funnel Tower of Jumbo Piston Onion Rings is a must-try starter -- crispy, flavorful, and just plain fun. For mains, we ordered the Black & Bleu Burger, BBQ Brisket Burger, High Octane Burger, and the Blackened Salmon -- and every single dish was excellent. We were especially impressed that each burger was stamped with the Ford's Garage signature logo -- such a cool and unique touch that adds to the theme. Great flavors, generous portions, and perfectly cooked. Although there was a hiccup regarding the wrong order, it was promptly corrected. Definitely a place I'll come back to! read more

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Cool vibe with indoor or outside seating. Sat faster than expected and great service. Food was good - my burger was cooked perfectly medium (bun was ok), husband's ribs were overcooked but sauce was tasty. Daughter said her brisket melt and sweet Potato tots were really good. Drinks were pretty nice. Lots of families! read more

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The service really stood out! Friendly, attentive, and on top of everything even though the place was packed. We had a group of 10, and everything ran smoothly. We arrived early for our reservation and were pleasantly surprised to be seated right away. The food came out quickly, which is impressive for a large table, and everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. The outdoor seating with a nice breeze made the whole atmosphere even better. Plus the location is beautiful, and once you're done eating ... SHOPPING read more

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We were starving after getting off a flight at Ft Myers airport and were scrambling for a place to eat. Ford's came up on an internet search and boy am I glad it did! This is located at the Miromar outlet and we were told it was going to be a 30-40 minute wait but ended up being 5 (!). It was my husband and 12 year old twins, we all found things on the menu to enjoy. I had the Ford's signature burger with no bun (I'm gluten free) and the truffle fries which were REALLY good, in fact one of my twins said they were the best truffle fries they had ever had! We were delighted with our restaurant choice and Ford's will now be our restaurant of choice near the RSW airport! read more

Great food! Love how it looks like a garage. The handles are gas handles for the doors. They wear garage shirts and pants and have rags as napkins! read more

Food was awesome, I had the 1/2 rack of ribs and the jalapeño cream corn. We also had the pretzel with beer cheese appetizer. The cheese was ok not quite melted down, kind of jelled. Alexander was our server and he was great. Also the restaurant was decorated to very cool. read more

I've been to Ford's Garage in Estero a few times when visiting friends, and it's consistently been a good experience. We're usually with a large group, and I have to say the service is great--attentive and accommodating despite our party size. The portion sizes are generous, especially for the price, and the food always hits the spot. I appreciate that they allow dogs in their outdoor seating area. With three dogs, it's a huge plus. My husband and I enjoy their beer selections. The ambiance strikes a perfect balance between casual and fun, we love all their auto decor. Looking forward to coming back next time I'm in town! read more

Back again at Fords Garage for one of the best Buffalo Chicken sandwiches available. Service was friendly, although using the standby list didn't help much as they wear short staffed and he had to continue to wait after our allocated despite being on the list- but this wasn't a big deal. Fords Garage has so many great food options, and I don't think I have ever had a bad meal here. The only negative is even after all these years they continue to deceive customers by incorrectly calculating the tip after tax- which is an inappropriate money grab as customers should never be tipping on taxes. So don't follow their tipping suggestions table at the bottom of the bill. I don't know why this restaurant continues to play this game and compromises their ethics this way, but if you can get past that the food is great! read more

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Ford's Garage is a fun, theme-based experience. They have embedded the theme very well: whether the napkins (work rags) or the bathroom sinks, everything is like a classic garage. The food was totally fine. It all sounded amazing on the menu. In reality, it was just average: nothing bad, nothing great. Soft drinks refills came quickly. Service was attentive and responsive. Overall, a fun place to take the family for a casual burger/chicken sandwich. read more

The first time I visited Ford's Garage, it was just to use the restroom while shopping. And the restroom theming tied to the whole garage/tires/maintenance shop was so on point! I knew I'd have to return to actually eat here one day. And now I can also rave about the restaurant and their food as much as their cool bathrooms! We had quite a long wait on a weekend evening since the mall was crazy and an Everblades game was about to happen next door at Hertz Arena (our final destination, also). After about a forty minute wait, we were seated at a table inside, which was great since it was SO hot outside, even in May. Our server was really nice, but busy. He had someone else come help get out drink order so that we weren't waiting, which showed excellent teamwork and communication. We all ordered burgers, since they have so many different versions from which to choose. My friend was also really excited because they offered gluten-free buns for her food allergy. One burger was a little underdone and the server/manager quickly brought out a new one. We really were so happy with the service overall. We'll be back. read more

Drinks and food were delicious. Our server Ange was awesome and provided great recommendations and service.

Food and cocktails were good. Our server, Ange, was great! Service was prompt, accurate and friendly.

My mother and I went there today and it was a terrible experience. Right after getting our table we sat for about 10 mins without a simple table greeting. After our appetizers hit the table we never saw our server again. Calling for our check and a box at the host stand and through another server Instead of asking us how our burgers came out our server proceeded to serve other tables. Our burgers both came out over cooked and we i didn't even get the chance to send it back. Sent a request out to the manager. The manager did not care whatsoever about our experience, did not offer anything as compensation or even ask "what can I do to make this right?" Then we waited 15 mins while waiting to get our check. (Take the first letter from each of the sentences) read more

Prior to going inside while going to the nearby restroom I checked the outdoor patio for availability. There were several tables available with umbrellas. We went inside and asked for an outdoor seat in the shade. The hostess said there were no seats available in the shade. At first I was going to challenge her, but thought maybe it's the policy of the restaurant to only seat groups of 3 or more outside. As she walked us to a booth, the thought of her saying nothing was available bothered me. The manager must have noticed how disgusted I looked as he stopped by our table. I explained to him I didn't appreciate the hostess lieing about the absence of outdoor seats. My wife saw him walk and talk to the hostess in question. Mot sure what he said. Our meal of brisket burnt ends was good. We had a good server who gave us helpful advice on ordering. If there are specific requirements on who gets to sit outside, the restaurant should publish the info by the hostess desk! read more

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Damon was our server. He was excellent - ALL good. knowledgeable, helpful & friendl. Thank you! read more

Today we had lunch at Ford's Our server Jordan was friendly, courteous and attentive. We ordered from a wide selection of salads, my wife and I shared. The portion was large and the greens fresh. We chose the Berries and Gorgonzala with grilled chicken. The chicken was grilled just right, cooked thoroughly but not dry. The strawberries and blueberries plentiful and fresh. Jordan kept our drinks full and checked with us numerous times to make sure we were enjoying our meal. She made our dining experience favorable read more

Standing at the bar and Lynn and Stepan are working as hard as they can to avoid eye contact so they don't have to serve people

The food was awesome and our server Keziah was so kind and helpful and helped us celebrate our Birthday!!! She is a special person and we really appreciated her!! read more

I've visited Ford's Garage in Sarasota and Long Island, and the Estero location is excellent. The Miromar Outlets are where it is. The restaurant's vintage décor, which includes vintage gas pumps and a Ford Model T that serves as the focal point of its spacious bar area, adds to its allure. Both indoor and outdoor dining are available at the restaurant. Of course, you have to sample their famously wonderful burgers. However, they provide so much more. Always a wise decision. read more

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Food. And great server keziah. Excellent burgers and soups. Will go back soon. Loved it

Stopped in this location with some family members. Highly recommend this for families with kids as there is a decor of ford trucks Check this place out if your in the area read more

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Very good. Had catered into an office so can't speak to the service, atmosphere but the food was very very good. Burgers, fried shrimp wraps, salad and chicken Cesar wraps. read more

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What a terrific experience! Four of us had lunch on a Wednesday afternoon, two of us had burgers, one had the chicken mac & cheese, and fourth had Mama's Meatloaf. Keziah, our server, was prompt, friendly, and attentive without interrupting our conversation. Her smile could light up the room! She made great suggestions from the menu, and our order was prepared perfectly and arrived perfectly timed after our appetizer was completed. The manager, Adam, came by and introduced himself and made sure everything was as we expected. We loved the auto-mechanic-themed vibe of the place (which carries through unexpectedly in the rest rooms), and it's obvious many others do, too. At 2:00 on a Wednesday afternoon, the wait time to get a table was 20 minutes. Absolutely worth the wait, and we'll definitely be back! read more

This restaurant is located in a nice outlet. The staff was friendly all the time and they had good recommendations for us. We tried the Ford's original nachos. They were warm, but they lacked a bit of flavor. On the other hand, the Famous Firestone shrimp was excellent. They had good size and an amazing flavor. I also tried a Jalapeño Crunch Burger that had an amazing, sweet spicy level. The jalapeños added to the burger were amazing. Also, the fries were warm, crispy, and tasty. read more

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We're fans of the Ford's Garage restaurants. We find everyone in the family can find something to enjoy and we've had consistent, good experiences at the various locations we tried. While they have quite an extensive menu, we tend to order and enjoy their burgers. We found the same thing to be true at the Estero location. First off, it was a beautiful day to enjoy our meal outside. We weren't the only ones with this idea as there was a bit of a wait for a table but the make it easy to get your name in and wander around the adjacent stores a bit while you wait for a text indicating your table is ready. We started with a side of cheese curds which were a tasty way to start off while we waited for our meals. We both ordered items off their special menu. My husband went with the Bumper to Bumper Buffalo Blue Cheese Burger. He knew this was traditional angus with buffalo sauce and treatment and really enjoyed how it was put together. I went with the Overdrive Melt curious to try a burger version of my favorite Ruben treated sandwich. I loved the variation of having a burger on rye bread. read more

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Love the vinage style restaurant. With a Ford Model T right above the bar. The waitress was very nice and helpful. The burgers was very tasty! The tv had sports on so that was a plus. Thanks read more

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The service was good, I just didn't know it was a chain. The amount of calories in one dish is ridiculous. It was pretty loud but I guess that's the vibe. Not my cup of tea but the experience was nice. read more

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I cannot say enough about this place. Great Food, Great Service and a place to revisit. So many wonderful choices, everything was piping hot and well plated. This location is managed very very well!! Thank you goes out to everyone we came into contact with. Perfect just Perfect!! We will see you again soon. read more

Dinner with the fam!! I love the cleanliness of this restaurant, food is good too BUT the experience at the restaurant was made by our server GRACE!! She is a fantastic server, caring and confident in her craft!! The fact that she is also sweet and anticipates what the customer wants, perfection!! Never an empty glass, never messy dishes left and with grace and a smile SHE made our night Fantastic!! Thank you girl, yes we will request her next time!! read more

Terrible, 60 minutes for a 30 minute searing time. Multiple parties seated prior to us, outside seating dirty and not cleaned. Big disgrace to the Motor City. service as good food was meh read more

Great atmosphere sitting outside after shopping at Miramar. Palm trees, fountain, people. Enjoyed a beer and burgers at the outside bar and it was delicious! Good service and good food! The inside restaurant is a replica of a service station garage. Car enthusiasts of all ages will love this place read more

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