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    Gator's Dockside

    2.9 (247 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    GATOR'S DOCKSIDE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Rum punch - forgot to take pic until it's almost gone. Delish!
    Lianna C.

    This is our first time coming to this place, for our date night. The place was crowded! Our server-Colby was awesome, above and beyond, and always come over to check in if we need anything. The restaurant ambiance was great! Food was good! Would have rated as great if the onion petals are not cut too thick. We ordered fried mushrooms, onion petals, and 25 bone-in wings: Caribbean jerk, cajun ranch, and scooter. Wings and mushrooms tasted amazing too. Then i ordered some cocktails - watermelon with jalapeno martini, tum punch, and blue lagoon. I should have started with blu lagoon before the other 2 drinks cause the taste was overpowered by the rum punch sweet taste. Blue lagoon ends up bland. The martini was good. Overall great food, great experience! But probably won't suggest taking young children there. Got all the pictures for the food and drink ordered except for the blue lagoon.

    Lunch special menu
    Bethany M.

    I have been here over 10 times in the past few years and one thing has always been consistent - slow service. While this restaurant may be a hidden gem for some, it is a local lunch spot for me. I have stopped by for many dinner and lunch outings. The food is always made fresh to order which is a good sign. I will say that if you're looking for quick service, this is not the place to go. The quickest I've been in and out has always been an hour even when sitting at the bar alone. Besides that, it has a sports bar feel inside. This spot can get pretty rowdy on the weekends considering it's one of the only bars in Oakleaf. Family, friendly with many pay to play games lining the walls inside including a pool table. I would recommend trying the fried gator tail bites!!!!

    Gator Voodoo Pasta
    Chad D.

    This was my second time to this location and both times we had great staff experience. The wings this visit were just meh. However the Gator Voodoo Pasta was amazing! Definitely happy with that choice. Don't know if it's a $23 dish but I'm glad I tried it.

    Bloody Mary
    Holly M.

    We stopped here for an appetizer lunch while running errands. We sat at the bar in the enclosed porch/outside area. The ambiance of the place was good, I would have dimmed the lights some but it was lunchtime anyway. We ordered a drink and the wings and shrimp with queso and chips. Everything tasted pretty good but the wings were really small. We'd be willing to try again and maybe some of the other foods

    Tailgate menu
    Kristina C.

    We were very disappointed that our cauliflower bites and turkey Reuben were no longer on the menu. We sat at the bar and had great service. We tried something new with the Monte Cristi andgrilled chicken sandwich. I always enjoy their lemon drop martini. Gators is a fun sports bar.

    Menu
    Cecilia B.

    I decided to go here for lunch with a family member since we wanted to visit a friend but found out he didn't work here anymore. The wait here was long but the food was good for a sports bar. The portions are decent and the prices weren't through the roof. One of the TV was glitching which bothered our eyes and other guests. It does get quite loud in the restaurant. At one point some of the other guests got aggressive due to the game which was alarming. Besides that we enjoyed our experience there but there wasn't anything special about the burger or philly cheesesteak. I wished I ordered the gator bites since it was recommended but our waitress didn't come back and check up on us after placing our drinks so I decided not to add to the wait.

    Southwest egg rolls
    Chris C.

    Went here during a Jags game and there were various games on. It's a sports bar atmosphere so that was cool. Each tv was marked with what they would be televising. The food was as expected and average sports bar quality. We ordered the southwest egg rolls as an appetizer. They were a bit over cooked but did have very good flavor. I also had a cup of chili. The chili was average at best. We ordered some wings and they were cooked on the crispy side. I enjoy this so it wasn't a negative. The Buffalo flavor is good. The service is as good but not excellent. Overall, the restaurant is average and therefore I give it a 3.

    Jennifer M.

    Sloooooow service... our waitress apparently didn't really want her tip tonight. I honestly dont care for this place but my fiancée wanted to eat here for dinner And yet they expect tips wings were really saucy and I didn't really care for them. My fiancée had the fried shrimp with fries. I don't see how this place is still open

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    Me, and my families favorite. Great Wings and a fun place to watch the game.

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    Been here twice. It's ok, just another Sports Bar. Don't get the ribs. Bar food is ok, nothing to write home about.

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    Great service, big menu and just delicious food! Ate here for the first time yesterday and was very impressed. Loved it!!!!!

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    Don't bother. No matter what location you go to this place sucks. I try to give them a chance but they fail to impress.

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    Loved the server. But the air was it and the kitchen was whacked. Got our appetizers for dessert

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    14 years ago

    Descent, great for family outings. Like their wings. Wish they had an oyster bar though. Like the outdoor seating.

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    11 years ago

    Beer was hot. Nachos were as dry as a dessert. Gator tail was nothing but pure rubber.

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    We love Gators! The staff and food are always great. Plus they have all you can eat wings on Monday's good drink prices & deals.

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    I've been here several times over the years. The food and service is always consistent. The wings are good, as well as the fried mushrooms.

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