First time to Manny's and what a great place. Got there for Happy Hour and also lucked in to the…read moreWednesday night fajita special. The four of us got seated right away by very friendly staff. All smiling all pleasant and professional. Kimberly came by almost immediately and got our drink orders. Since the bar was backed up she brought us waters and asked if we had any questions. All good! Drinks came by in a couple minutes and we had already settled on our food choices. Then the onslaught of food began! HUGE bowls of salad that were then dished into chilled salad bowls. Kimberly left the big bowl for us to have seconds. Then the rolls arrived. Damn. I need room for dinner. Oh well the rolls were smothered in cinnamon sugar butter by me and devoured. I can take the entree home I guess. Well no. The fajitas arrived with tortillas and a side plate of sour cream, lettuce and tomatoes. Guess I will suffer through them. Man was that steak and chicken tasty. Only a small portion came home. Could not have been a better experience. Noise level was enough that we could talk but others could not hear us. Got seated near Elvis so it was a fun atmosphere. Kimberly kept checking back and then at the end we got the secret lovely parting gifts. You have to be a local to know about them. Just keep your eyes open for people as they leave. Thanks again Kimberly!

My husband and I stopped by Manny's Chophouse in Winter Haven on our way home from Disney. It has…read morebecome one of our traditions, we always make time for a meal here before heading home. We ordered the 10-ounce sirloin with stuffed shrimp and loaded mashed potatoes, which we split because the portions are very generous. We also had a side salad, and it was outstanding. It comes with their creamy garlic ranch dressing, which is absolutely delicious. Before the meal, they also bring warm rolls with cinnamon butter to the table, and they're always a treat. One of the things we enjoy most about Manny's is the fun, quirky decor and lively atmosphere. It's a casual and welcoming place. This visit wasn't quite as good as our previous ones. The service was a little slower than usual, but we believe our waiter was new and still getting comfortable. Our steak also arrived dry and lukewarm. The food itself was good but it would have been even better if it had been served hotter. Even with those issues, we still had an enjoyable meal and will definitely be back. Every restaurant has an off day, and Manny's Chophouse continues to be one of our favorite places to stop after a Disney trip.

We stopped at Harry's Old Place on our way to Legoland and it was fantastic…read more The grouper fingers were excellent, and the fried haddock was just as good in a completely different way. Perfectly cooked, crisp, and full of flavor. Even the coleslaw was awesome. But the tartar sauce deserves special recognition. I have no idea what they put in it, but it was genuinely the best tartar sauce I've ever had. I would go back for that alone. Harry's has the kind of relaxed, old-school local atmosphere that's getting harder to find. Great seafood, great service, great price. If you're on your way in or out of LEGOLAND, definitely stop by.

This place is such a gem! My family thoroughly enjoyed a Father's Day dinner here and though they…read moredon't take reservations, we were able to be seated quickly. They were steadily busy throughout the evening so a wait is possible if you were to arrive at peak time. The setting is casual and in an old house- hence the name. If you ask to be seated in the back room, you'll have a view of the lake. The servers were very friendly and efficient. Food and drinks were prompt! We shared the onion loaf to start and had a variety of dishes around the table from steak, lobster tails, grouper, scallops, and the multitude of accompaniments. Everything was cooked beautifully! Especially the scallops. That was probably my favorite since they melted like butter in the mouth. I also enjoyed the hush puppies that were served with every main dish. Bonus points for the fact that many of the dressings and sauces are made in house. Since it was an occasion, we had some chocolate cake for dessert which didn't disappoint. The cake was rich and fudgy. My dad is a regular so I am definitely sold. The man is a critic and if he is impressed, I know something must be good! I was also impressed and can't wait to come again.

First time I enjoyed this wonderful Italian restaurant. I was very impressed with my whole…read moreexperienced. From the time I was seated, to my waiter (Matthew) service and talking to the owner (Ray). Being from The Villages area, my friend & I like to visit restaurants that are not in our area; usually we go to lunch. My friend got the Chicken Parm & the piece of Chicken was huge & very tender. My choice was the Italian Deli Sandwich which was very yummy. I am a travel agent who does many local bus trips & I am planning on bringing a group of 34 ladies to this establishment. Before I got home, Hailey (Ray's wife) already sent me several group menus. I was very impressed with how quickly Hailey responded. FYI - I did not make a reservation so Ray did not know I was coming over ahead to time. They just treated me like anyone else. I would highly recommend this restaurant for you personal pleasure but also if you have a group who would like to go somewhere different. When you walk in the ambiance is like an upscale place but the pricing is great and compares to other eateries. So do your self a favor & give them a try. You won't regret it.

This restaurant is by far overrated. The ambiance is very dark when you go in with piano music…read moreplaying. The host were rude and didn't have a warm welcome upon arrival. We were seated in the back room for a birthday dinner celebration. The room was extremely dark and we couldn't turn on the other lights because it was connected to the most dustiest ceiling fans that had at least 1/4 of an inch thick of dust. The woman who was coming in and out of the room to pour water in the water glasses had an attitude like she didn't want to be there. I asked her a question about the menu and she very dryly told me "you can't order that unless you are on the other side" then walked away. That's when I was inquiring about the bistro menu. At that point I knew I wasn't going to be able to eat anything there due to their lack of plant based items or even easily adjustable items so I just ate the bruschetta. However when we placed the order for the bruschetta it never came out. So once we asked about it, it was then comped and brought out. Our waiter was very irritated and annoyed it seemed with the large party he had to tend to but his assistant which was a younger more personable guy was way more pleasant to be around. The cost point for the food was beyond the taste and size of the portions. When I asked about kid options, the waiter told me he could have the chef make a kids steak or chicken tenders and fries. It was my mistake for not asking for the price since I assumed it was a kids portion. Granted the tiniest steak did come out I still had to pay over $24 which I would have purchased the regular adult size if that was the case. So some clarity on the menu options for the kids would have been greatly appreciated. I can go on and on about this place but ultimately I would recommend not to go here unless you don't care about customer service or price points. Upon leaving the family event, and getting home I then realized my debit card was never returned to me by our gracious waiter. So once we returned to retrieve the card another day we were greeted with the rudest and most annoyed individuals at the host station. Needless to say we will never ever return.

Chef owned and all FRESHLY prepared food! On the spot! The…read moreBuratta and Heirloom tomato salad was exquisite. My cheeseburger with bacon and pimento cheese was delicious and their arugula was like fresh picked. Dessert was chocolate pot au creme which was rich , smooth with a crunchy layer on top. Get there if you are in town! The service was not too intrusive and the patio was lovely. Even in the 80°range the fans kept Us cool.

I visited this quaint establishment when I was celebrating my parent's anniversary. Upon arrival I…read moredid miss the parking lot because the drive way into the lot is pretty small but managed to quickly turn around and park on the gravel lot. The outside patio is beautifully decorated with lights, tables and chairs and greenery with foliage to create that natural outdoor vibe. When you enter, it's like walking into a small home where you greeted and seated by a hostess or server. There's a main great room and 2 smaller rooms that have seating as well and ambiance lighting throughout for intimate gatherings. The bathrooms are clean and fully stocked with necessities. As for the food, I got the Brussel sprouts salad without goat cheese which was delicious . It was about the size of my fist for $13. I assumed it was more of a tasting menu. My mother got the gnocchi which was described as delicious but lukewarm in temperature. She loved the beet salad however and the side of sour dough bread. My dad got a 13oz steak with potato purée. His steak was good in flavor however he described it as a bit too tough, and could have been more tender. Since he is a retired chef of 40 years I value his input. My other family members ordered the egg yolk ravioli which seemed a bit of a strange combination but certainly worked out in flavor. The labneh that was with the beet salad was also paired and eaten with the sourdough bread which seemed to be a great idea. Unfortunately the bolognese pasta was not tender enough for my family's liking. If you like pasta that way then you should be just fine. Over all it was fine dining and good. If you would like to go to a place where the portions are a bit larger I would suggest another place. But this is a nice casual dining intimate place for any special small occasion. Last but not least, Beth our server was kind and sweet. She was patient and very accommodating with great table manner and should certainly be recognized for her gracious nature and hospitality.

Tonight, Lucas is shaking up an amazing Mojito that's the perfect way to kick off Baja Night! ‍…read moreFresh, refreshing, and full of flavor--come sip, relax, and enjoy the Baja vibes! Mojitos by Lucas + Baja Night = the perfect night! American veteran owned restaurant restaurant

Izzy was a great server! Very attentive and informative! The…read morefood was outstanding! I got the the nachos w/ brisket. The nachos are not tortilla chips as most are. They were thinly slice potatoes with a bbq chip seasoning. Delicious!! My wife got a crispy chicken Cobb salad. My son got the Chicken Ovation, highly recommended by the server! Great choice! The granddaughter, got Alfredo chicken with pasta. Side order of ribs. Had a great country western vibe in Winter Garden, FL.

I was excited to take a break from cooking and use a birthday gift card during this visit…read more The restaurant was clean, inviting, and i was seated just a few minutes after checking in, which was a great start to the evening. The shrimp , caesar salad , and loaded baked potato were the stars of the meal. each one was flavorful, well-prepared, and easily the highlight of my dinner. The service was excellent from start to finish. the staff was friendly, attentive, and made sure my dining experience was enjoyable. I've visited this location several times over the years, so i had high expectations. unfortunately, the steak didn't meet those expectations and was my least favorite part of the meal. it was disappointing, especially compared to my previous visits. While this visit didn't end the way I had hoped, the outstanding service, clean restaurant, and the rest of the meal were enough for me to leave a 5-star review. A few small improvements to the steak would have made this dinner exceptional. because of this experience, iImay take a break before returning, but i hope my next visit is more consistent with the great experiences i've had here in the past.

I'm very disappointed by the experience we had tonight. We arrived on a busy night and were very…read morepatient and understanding about having to wait a little while. We understand that mistakes happen, and when we were brought the wrong drink and the wrong side, we were completely fine with it. However, when the correct drink was brought to our table by a waitress who was not our server, she wasn't even sure she had the right table and said she was told it was "for the pregnant lady." I am not pregnant, and I found that comment extremely inappropriate and uncomfortable. Unfortunately, the experience continued to go downhill. I went to the women's bathroom shortly after arriving, and it was very dirty. There was paper all over the floor, the toilet seat was up, and there appeared to be feces on the toilet. I had to use toilet paper to put the seat down because I did not want to touch it. I went back to the bathroom again before we left, and the paper was still all over the floor. Both trash cans were overflowing, and it was also very difficult to get paper towels out to dry my hands. On top of the cleanliness issues, the staff did not seem particularly friendly or welcoming. Being called "fat" was also extremely upsetting and unacceptable. Regardless of the circumstances, customers should be treated with basic respect and courtesy. We were patient and understanding throughout the evening, but unfortunately, the overall experience was very disappointing. Based on tonight's experience, we most likely will not be returning to this location. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and addresses both the cleanliness issues and the way customers are being treated.

Fantastic spot! Great food, drinks, and service. The massive salads were a pleasant surprise and…read morethey made the best Strawberry Daiquiri I've ever had. You really get your money's worth. Definitely would recommend!

Did not have a good experience today and unfortunately this is the second time this has happed to…read moreus in the last 6 months. The ribeye was touch and stringy but cooked perfectly, the salad is always good but the rolls were ok a little stale. Waiter was Alex and very good. Step it up Mannys please I don't want to have to stop coming for what use to be the best steak around.

Ok so we came here for convenience after the park…read more We walked in and saw its $40 per person for an adult. I was like oof. But we sat down and met our waitress Michelle. She is very nice. Older lady, you can tell she's been around as a waitress for a while. Kind of reminds me of like the old diner waitresses "What are you having" lol. Anyway, she was awesome. She let us pick off both options. We ordered the pirate one which is BBQ choices and we got some of the sea dog options for the seafood side. So sweet. We first got our bread. It was good. Tasted like a yeast bread. Came oiled and with sweet butter. It also came with a salad as well for the table which had cheese, tomatoes onion and greens. The salad dressing was light and sweet. The main food came. It came with ribs, flank steak, pulled pork, brisket, beans, string beans, macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes, sausage, and shrimp. 3 sauces came with it, regular bbq, mango bbq and mustard. The mango bbq had real mango in it. Now, preface by saying I understand this isn't a 5 star Michelin chef meal and I wasn't expecting much. However, this was actually very good. The steak was very good. Not dry. The brisket was good. The ribs were good not dry. The pulled pork was dry. The salmon was good, The shrimp was good, Sausage was good, the string beans were ok, the macaroni was very heavy but good and the mashed potatoes were good. Overall I was very impressed. Then for dessert came our chocolate chip covered ice cream with heath bar bits. So very fattening.

I definitely have to update my review from a few years ago as I returned here a couple of times…read morerecently and had a great experience. This place is absolute paradise for my Lego loving child. It's pirate themed and has epic Lego creations. My son loves the area where kids can play with Legos and it's nice for the parents too as it gives them a break. The food is served family style and you get a lot of bang for your buck as you can reorder as many things as you'd like. We chose the Pirate Platter which includes: a delicious salad with apples and pecan and honey bread upfront, then a platter of assorted meats such as brisket, steak, sausage, chicken, and ribs. The brisket is our favorite. It comes with green beans, mashed potatoes, and mac and cheese. I really wanted to try some of the vegan platter so they brought that out for me at no extra charge. For dessert, we got a pan cookie with ice cream as well as the vegan chocolate fondue with fruits and marsh mallows. All of this unlimited for only $39 per adult and $19 per child with drinks included. Delicious and such a fun dinner experience! Since I stayed at the hotel, I also came here for breakfast as it is included in the stay. Breakfast is the same across all three Legoland hotels. It's also served family style and includes scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits, gravy, French toast or pancakes. You can add fruits, yoghurts, cereal, oatmeal at no up charge. And it also includes drinks such as coffee, milks, juices, etc. The staff was very accommodating about letting me take things to go and ordering extra stuff.

If you want a break from Legoland food or are in the area for another reason I highly recommend…read moreLucille's. I told the waitress to tell the boss they need to give the chefs a raise to keep them! We left Legoland on Sunday because they close at 5, plus it was raining. Lucille's had good reviews so I said let's try it. I love sitting outside so I envisioned some sort of patio area, sure enough, they had a beautiful patio. Beautiful ambiance. 10/10 highly recommend. Really good food.

It's always a clear knockout when we eat here…read more There's no way we will ever go to Winter Haven without stopping at Lucille's. It is just that good. We take a trip to Legoland every now and again and every time we do we come and eat dinner here. We have loved every single meal. This time I branched out and tried another drink, I tried the sincerely, Lucille. It is vodka with fresh strawberries and basil, and it is amazing. Future Christina this is your new go to drink. My husband got his standard old-fashioned and enjoyed it. For food, I got the chimichurri steak, next time I should remember to get the chimichurri on the side just because my younger son didn't like the green stuff on the steak. The chimichurri is delicious. It was cooked perfectly at medium rare, I got their homemade chips as one of my sides because my kids wanted it. Their chips are so good that was definitely the way to go. I also got green beans which were amazing as well. My older son got the kids mac & cheese with a side of fries. I even loved his mac & cheese. It's definitely not the Kraft mac & cheese. My husband got the barbecue plate. He had mixed vegetables and mashed potatoes and loved all of it. My younger son ate off of all of our plates and we pretty much finished all our food. My younger son then got a dessert of vanilla ice cream with Oreos and he scarfed it down. We've never had a problem getting a seat here because it is a good size restaurant. The staff is very friendly and the food comes out pretty quickly. If you're anywhere close to this restaurant, you should be eating here.

This guy lace is AMAZING! Everything about it is on point. From the time you walk in to the time…read moreyou leave the experience is top notch! The food is great and always seasoned well. I've never had a bad experience here. If you've not tried it you're missing out!

I think I came here one time , and now food is good but waitress doesn't let you finish in peace ,…read moreshe was constantly coming while I was eating asking if I was done , I was like really lady , don't you see me eating , other than that place is ok seating , little tight booths, but food is good at least