Very good burgers and sandwiches - cold beers - cute car theme = all american lunch in sleepy Estero. On a visit to Florida Gulf Coast college, this was a conveniently located spot for lunch - on the outskirts of the Miromar Mall - a popular outlet mecca. Glad i found this on Yelp bit turned out to be the beat food we had. kobe burger and Ahi tuna burger are excellent. Decent value and friendly service. read more

I stopped by this place after a round of golf at a nearby course as they didn't have a pub on site. I noticed a number of other golfers here as well and I sat outside. Cool atmosphere especially with the table on the back of an old truck - tip - if you still have your golf shoes on (soft spikes) the floors in the inside will be like an ice rink (slippery for the local Floridians!) The service was fantastic, I know I mention that in a number of reviews but I tend to try to stop by places that have good service as that's an important element for me. I wasn't disappointed here as the server was very attentive the entire time even though I sat in the back corner out of the way. The food was very solid and the beer was ice cold... or should I say "beers" were ice cold. Good spot to stop after a round of golf or if you are shopping in the outlet mall. read more

Desintation lunch place for my car guy husband. He was not disappointed. The atmosphere was amazing with something not seen the last time we looked. The hamburgers were delicious. He had the brisket and I had the cali. He had seasoned steak fries and I had the mac n cheese for an upcharhe - well worth it. Our waiter Sam was very attentive and even discussed and looked at car pics. Great experience and we are looking forward to more visits once we move this summer. read more

I've been here three times since recently moving nearby and originally posted a kinder review. The first time was better than the second and the third time was awful. The issue on the most recent visit is related to the service. The burgers and appetizers were okay. Nothing memorable, typical of what you'd expect at any other chain. The ambiance is creative and original. We were in on Sat., 5/16/15, around 6:30 to watch the Preakness and have drinks and dinner before heading to Germaine Arena. There were 6 in our party. We were all outraged by the attitude of the staff member who served us. He was not attempting to be humorous, but was confrontational. He is a dreadful boor who insulted multiple members of our party. E.G. He scoffed at a dining companion asking for a third beer and asked incredulously if he had indeed finished his second beer "already." (Incidentally, we had a driver for the evening). He similarly challenged my wife when she ordered "another" drink. After dinner, my wife was talking with a lady in our party and was turned away when he asked if she was finished. I told him she was all set, to which he replied: "Boy, she sure has a short attention span?!" Other members of our party were thunderstruck and couldn't believe what we'd just witnessed. I didn't say anything, but left him a note on the back of the charge slip indicating how insulted I was by this criticism. I've never done anything like that before. While I recall his name, I'll omit it here. The six of us will likely never return. I know I will not. read more

This place came recommended for its beer. Ate at the outside bar as we are from Boston and it being 5 days before Xmas and 80 degrees We'd be foolish not to. The bar tender, Ashley, was very knowledgeable about the beer styles and flavors. The burgers were very good as well. Even the people at the bar were friendly. Some Jim Dugger looking dude was hitting on some Laurie Loughlin looking gal and bought the bar a round. Laurie lookalike refused. Fool! Good decor, friendly staff and even friendly patrons. Loved it. Had a great time. Highly recommend this place. read more

I would say it is very corporate nothing to special average food. Experience was ok accept for the parking

Most recent visit was not good. Came with a party of 8 plus 3 kids. I understand restaurants have trouble with large parties and it can often take longer which I expected. This experience however was ridiculous. It was a Sunday evening in the off season and the restaurant was about half full. The host/hostess was very confused as to how to seat us. Finally asked a server for help and they pushed some tables together, it would have been enough room for the adults but we also needed 3 high chairs. I explained this to him and he told me that it will work we can fit 10 at this table. I said great but we have 11. He insisted that it would work instead of pulling over one of the other 15 open tables that were nearby. We made it work but nobody in the party was comfortable the entire meal. Drink order took forever, so long that as soon as she brought my first Luke warm beer I ordered another because I knew how long it would take. They did not have any kids menus available and said they need to go to the office to print some. Now anyone that has ever been out to dinner with 3 kids under the age of 3 knows the struggle. These kids need to eat ASAP before their attention is on to something else. After she brought our drinks we ordered 3-4 appetizers and asked for a kids menu to which she replied she was working on it. Appetizers came and still no kids menu. When asked for the third time she said she could probably just tell us what's on it. It was a valiant effort but didn't know prices, drinks or side offerings. We just dealt with it as I was with family and did not want to create a scene by letting her know how incompetent she was. I ordered the Black and Blue burger which I had tried on a previous visit and loved. This time it was not nearly as good. In fact, everyone in our party pretty much echoed the same feelings. Seems as if the quality has gone down hill and they are just going through the motions instead of trying to create a quality product. All in all just average food this visit, beer on the warm side and poor service. And by the way they did finally bring the kids menu and crayons about half way through the meal! read more

i never write reviews but holy shit. i'm an avid mac and cheese eater and i can definitely say that the lobster and shrimp mac and cheese was seriously the best mac and cheese i've ever had! it wasn't too heavy but still SO full of flavor. my boyfriend got a burger and the white cheddar mashed potatoes and it was absolutely phenomenal. not to mention, i got this for take out and it was delicious. i recommend this place to anyone who is looking for some amazing comfort food. read more

American standard: 10/10 Fries: 9/10 Atmosphere: 10/10 Going to this place for lunch and reading that they are know for their burgers, I got the "American standard". This burger is a very famous burger according to the people that live in this area. The burger is then served with some fries. There isn't a lot which is perfect but they give you enough to give you a side order for the burger. On the other hand, the atmosphere here is awesome. You can sit on the inside which is nicely decorated with things that you would find from an actual car garage, so it's pretty cool or you can sit on the outside and enjoy the nice Florida weather Highly recommend this place read more

Fantastic! Food is always cooked perfect. And taste is amazing. Fresh cooked to order dinners. Large portions and great staff. Always a pleasure to eat here read more

We really like Ford's Garage restaurants! We've been to ones in Orlando, downtown Ft. Myers and Estero many times. The variety of menu choices on the menu is perfect! Love the tower of onion rings, burgers are delish, Henry's chicken and meat loaf are excellent comfort foods. We've sampled their chicken and pulled pork sandwiches also - again very tasty! AND always, always for dessert the funnel cake fries are phenomenal! read more

Such a fun place for burgers and fries! Awesome atmosphere! Love the "garage" decorating!

Very good. Service was great. Had the hamburger with brisket and it was quite tasty. Unique and worth going to.

The Double Dually burger was massive. I could not finish it. It was cooked the way I ordered it, the fries were a good serving size, and the service was good as well. Our drinks were continuously refilled. We started with bbq pork nachos and they were definitely different, but also enjoyable. Fried pickles were solid also and the wasabi dipping sauce they come with was so good.? read more

Don't miss this place. Great burgers even bison. Craft beers to die for. Buffalo chicken dip is a meal

Best burger I've had in a LONG time! Casual atmosphere so feel free to stop in you comfy "travel clothes." And a trip to the bathroom was a bonus. Ha ha gotta see that in person to understand. read more

Super cool place, love our Bison Burger, the decor is super cool, friendly staff and nice people all around read more

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It's a typical theme restaurant. The food was nice ok, and service was ok. I think prices were high for what you get.

Had an hr to kill driving to Tampa from Miami, yelped this place and was very excited to try it out.... but after sitting for20-25minites at the bar and drank two glasses of coke, a couple sat next to me and and they ordered, another 20 minutes go by and they get there food before me, the bartender didn't even put my order of just a burger and fries in people!! At 2:00 in the afternoon!! She went to the back I got up and she came back out and didn't even apologized, so I kindly said cancel the order and I left!!! What a disappointment x 100 read more

Have eaten here several times as well as the one in Ft Myers. Unique place with great décor for the car enthusiast. Kind of like a mini museum/restaurant together. Hamburgers are A-1 and the fish is a huge piece! Napkins are blue shop rags held with hose rings!! Onion rings are served on an upside down funnel. Shakes are thick and delicious. We always take visitors here on our way to the airport. They always seem to enjoy it. read more

Ford's Garage Estero - Fish meal at Ford's Garage - Bars Near Me - Estero, Florida

Really fun site to see! This place reminded​ me of our Hard Rock Cafe back home. Awesome burgers and comfort food. We will be coming back soon when we're in Florida again! read more

Burgers great, excellent service, cool atmosphere, decent priced beers. Surprised by this place read more

Ford's Garage Estero - Bars Near Me - Estero, Florida

It was pretty good. We had American burger, Chilli once and bkacj blue burger. And my Pale ale beer was really good too. read more

Ford's Garage Estero - Restroom in Ford's Garage - Bars Near Me - Estero, Florida

Drove here from ft lauderdale. The place is decorated really cool. The staff were friendly and the food was good. I had the patty melt with onion rings, my friend had the American burger with fries. Definitely worth the drive. And you can shop at the miramar outlet. read more

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I love the many options, but it's almost too much! They should have a few recommendations and then just keep the "make your own" section! However... That's just my indecisiveness kicking in... The service was great! I believe Steve served my husband and I! We had a great experience! The food was EXCELLENT!!!! Thankful for our experience! read more

Still no response or resolution for my problem-and that was several months ago. Not a good way to manage a business!

I have been to all three Ford's Garage locations in the area, the theme is great and very well executed, I love the ice ring around the bar to keep your drinks cold and they have a very tempting menu. We went to this location before a concert at nearby Germain arena and, once again, this one never quite measures up to the others. The service was slow, the food managed to be average, that was our second order managed to be average, our initial order of chicken nachos was dry, tasteless and missing ingredients, when we asked for pico do gallo, she said they were making some, she later came back and said they didn't have anyone that could make more, so we ordered the buffalo chicken dip and some onion rings, the chips with the dip tasted stale. Luckily we'd gone early enough that we weren't in a hurry, because it took an average of 15-20 minutes to get a drink from the bar. (Unless that was our servers error?) Not sure if they did not have the staff to clean up a spill or if they had some kind of leak going on, but taking a trip to the restroom was a dangerous prospect, the floor was either greasy or wet and very slippery by the entrance to the kitchen/restroom hallway, they had moved rugs and many towels to the area to try to alleviate the mess, but I saw many customers, myself included, trying to cautiously walk after leaving the restroom as the hallway left a slick coating on the bottom of your shoes. Honestly, I think the location in this busy outlet mall, with few other food choices, is part of what keeps this restaurant afloat, I returned again due to the convenient location next to Germain arena, I hope each time I will have a better experience, but I have yet to. read more

Great food, atmosphere and price. My server, Chrystal, recommended a superb burger and craft beer. Love this place and will definitely return. read more

This place is jammed on the weekend. We stopped in for a burger and fries also tried the shrimp appetizer it had great flavor. The restaurant has a cool decor that appeals to most. Would definitely come back for lunch. Staff was efficient read more

Ford's Garage Estero - Burgers are a good size and real juicy - Bars Near Me - Estero, Florida

I want to love this place...I really do. The decor is awesome, the concept is great, tire/rim sinks in bathrooms is so much fun. I was told it's the best burger in south west Florida. But, it ends there. We ordered the onion ring tower as an appetizer. It looked great, but I wouldn't know. It never came out. Roughly 35-40 minutes later, yes it was busy, our burgers came out. Both had pink, medium rare, paddles in them. Both were medium well. We told our bartender we never got the onion rings and she was very apologetic. That's appreciated. Service was fine. The burgers were either well over cooked or they sat under the lights for a long time. Hopefully, not everyone's meal was like this because it was busy. Overall, it was ok. I'm a tourist. I'm not from here. If this is the best south west Florida has to offer for a burger, I'd hate to see the worst because it was average at best. The beer selection is good. Service is fine. It ends there. read more

High priced. novelty resteraunt, food is very good. burgers are good, fried pickles the best app.. fried chicken was good. French onion soup great! again , fun atmoshphere for the kids and men who like cars.. though overpriced its worth a trip. we went a few times, but outgrew the burgers and prices. read more

Had the French Onion soup and a lettuce wrap burger delivered to my hotel from Uber Eats. The poor lady couldn't locate the hotel and was concerned my food was cold. It was a bit cold but still amazing!! My room had a microwave so the soup was reheated to perfection. The burger was absolutely perfect..crispy edges and perfectly cooked in the middle. I will order or dine in at this establishment from now on when I'm in the area!! read more

Burgers were great! Beware on busy nights ordering chicken or deviating from a basic order. Burgers and fries were perfect but Our chicken was undercooked and the appetizers never arrived. read more

Absolutely terribly run restaurant. We were told 30 minutes before the crowd. They totally missed us Waited an hour and 15 minutes. Then left. Went another time. We waited for another hour. Gave our table away Then finally When it was our turn, they tried to give us a high top table with a 2 year old. When I said we can't sit at a high top the hostess said other people sat there with a 2 year old And made a face. Wow She was very disrespectful. Manager immediately sat us. Hostess could of helped us but chose not to. They really need to get rid of these young miserable girls. Food is so so anyway read more

Great place for fantastic burgers and awesome drink and beer specials! The food is always amazing and seating and service is quick. The only drawback I have is that the app and side items tend to be small portions, like surprisingly small, still delicious but barely shareable. Don't worry though the burgers are huge and after my sons birthday sunday, we didn't leave hungry! read more

My experience at Fords Garage was terrible this evening. It was not the food that ruined my families night out, rather it was the poor level of management from the management staff. The manager was rude, unresponsive and mean to my family and the server staff. If I want to watch angry people work a kitchen, I would go to my wife's family for thanksgiving. If you like to feel tension caused by a restaurant manager to their subordinates, then you found the right place. I don't recommend it. read more

Have been there a couple times- recommended to us. Great burgers & love the pretzel appetizer with cheese dips. Lots of unique and cool touches. Ice rim around bar will keep your beer/ beverage cold! read more

Ford's Garage Estero - Bars Near Me - Estero, Florida

I had the Portabella burger. Not bad. The BBQ Nachos were excellent. My wife had fish and chips, we had to ask for the Malt Vinegar. Service ok, but sparse, this is the slow season. All in all, thumbs up read more

Ford's Garage Estero - Nice outside bar and eating area - Bars Near Me - Estero, Florida

What a great concept. The theme at Ford's Garage is set to resemble a 1920's auto garage complete with a Model T elevated above the bar. Your napkin is a shop rag held with a hose clamp. Onion rings are served on a funnel. My burger was so stacked that I had to eat part of it with a knife and fork. Mac and cheese was a winner! The servers are informative and go over the highlights of the menu. I really enjoyed this place. read more

Ford's Garage Estero - Great presentation. - Bars Near Me - Estero, Florida

So disappointing!!! 6 of us were crammed in a booth made for max of 5. So uncomfortable.... We were lured in because of the $3 happy hour drinks that we got charged 4.50 for. Then I guess when the menu says add on a salad for 1.95 that means get a salad but lose your fries....what a rip off and the food was to par with Applebee's....blah...we won't be coming back! read more