Clean fast service good food waitress was friendly and informative food was good hot and right outread more

We ordered and waited over an hour ! Never got the order left after 1-1/2 hours nothing served!…read moreThis place is terrible! Stay away!!!

I finally made it out to Blue Duck Kitchen & Bar and honestly, it exceeded every expectation I had…read more This isn't just another local restaurant -- it's the kind of place that makes you genuinely look forward to going out to eat. Right from the start, the atmosphere hit the perfect balance: lively and inviting but not overwhelming. Whether you're heading there for a casual dinner, drinks with friends, or a date night, it feels comfortable and relaxed without ever feeling generic. The décor and layout are thoughtful -- not flashy, but definitely memorable. The menu? Outstanding. Every dish I tried was clearly prepared with real skill, not just thrown together. The flavors were bold without being heavy, fresh without being confusing, and absolutely balanced. I started with an appetizer that was creative and flavorful, and each course that followed kept building on that good first impression. Portions were generous, too -- plenty of food without feeling like you're overstuffed. What really sold me was how every plate tasted intentional. You can tell the kitchen cares about the details -- the way flavors layered, the way textures played off each other, and even how each dish looked when it was served. That kind of consistency is rare, even at places that think they're fine dining. Service was equally impressive. Our server wasn't just friendly, they were attentive without hovering, knew the menu well, and offered recommendations that genuinely improved our meal. It's always nice when staff can talk about food like they actually enjoy it themselves -- it makes the whole experience feel a lot more personal. I left feeling completely satisfied -- not just because the food was great, but because the entire evening felt thoughtful from start to finish. If you want a place in Livingston that combines quality food, a great vibe, and service that actually elevates the experience, Blue Duck Kitchen & Bar is absolutely worth your time. Five stars well earned -- I'll definitely be returning.

Whether you're planning a Friday night dinner with your companion, a leisurely late lunch, or a…read moreSaturday evening accompanied by live music, this restaurant consistently delivers an enjoyable experience. The bar is always lively, creating an energetic atmosphere, while the servers move with impressive efficiency to provide attentive, friendly service--even during the busiest hours. The standout dish is undoubtedly the chicken-fried steak, which offers exceptional flavor, generous portions, and outstanding value. It's easily one of the best in town for both quality and price. The dining room is spacious and comfortable, though its popularity means it fills up quickly. On Friday evenings, a brief 5-10 minute wait is common, but the food, service, and inviting ambiance make it well worth your patience.

Great homemade food. We went on Friday night and they had an excellent seafood buffet…read more The atmosphere is great, lots of nice old pictures displayed. I definitely recommend this place!

Our group went for lunch, as we heard from friends that the "The Whistling Donkey" was open and…read moreserved updated Tex-Mex flair. We have visited on Friday nights for their rock solid seafood buffet, and also for breakfast. Their Chicken Fried Steak has been wonderful. So we weren't novices to Alma's food. We arrived glanced at the shops in the same building and entered. We were seated right away. We were given the Green Menu, and the $9.75 luncheon menu. Drinks were served, and chips and salsa presented. We asked for a medium queso as well. The queso was nice, hot and tasted great! The salsa lacked flavor, was watery, and was really a disappointment. We ordered luncheon specials, and an order for take out as well. The meals were brought out quickly, and were as anticipated. But again, the Mexican rice had no spice, was bland even for unseasoned rice. Adding salsa and salt did not cure it. The charro beans were piping hot, and better. However, they were again lacking seasoning, were watery, and did not inspire any smiles of enjoyment. Our friendly wait staff brought our check, and our to go order at the same time. We paid, and exited. For updated Tex-Mex flair, this was more fizzle and disappointment The wait staff was excellent, but the kitchen staff failed in almost every department. Not sure why the total failure occurred, but this is miserable Tex-Mex with no flair.

We dined with friends, and found the menu to be diverse and found great options. Honestly, we were…read moresurprised that there was very little patronage for beautiful weekend. Not really a sportsbar, but not a standard restaurant. We decided on standard fare, burgers, grilled chicken and egg rolls. Food arrived quickly, and was hot. Our kind wait staff was observant, but did not hover. Beverages never got below half full. The TV as blaring pretty loud, so we didn't really stay longer than we needed to. Overall, not bad, but also had hoped we could hang out and just talk to friends. We left earlier than we thought, but a decent lunch, on a beautiful day. Several great restaurants in Livingston, but still the small town feel.

Every single time they are out of something, or a waitress says "we never really had that". Or,…read morethey make the food wrong. They either ignore requests to remove things or the kitchen doesn't read the ticket and makes it their way. This place is horrible and only gets service because it's on a short list of places to eat in a small town. Go somewhere else.

Food fresh, courteous service, well kept environment. That's…read morewhy we keep coming back.

One of the best burgers I've ever eaten.i love the atmosphere the ladies working there are very…read morenice and very helpful.the meat on my hamburger was fresh and the vegetables right out of the garden.the french fries are hand cut and amazing.

I have eaten here several times and love the food. I recently had the chopped beef baked potato…read moreand it was gigantic and so delicious. The place is old and definitely not updated, but service is good and hopefully it is clean!!! I just love the reviews and that's why I tried it...

If you are looking for super casual, laid back, down home southern cooking you have found it at…read moreFlorida's Kitchen! The food was excellent!! We ordered the daily special of burnt ends with potato salad and beans and the fried shrimp with fries and slaw. The coleslaw is the BEST I have ever had!! Burnt ends were juicy while still having crispy edges. The shrimp were huge and fresh. While ambiance is that of a backroad diner, the food and service gives this place 5 stars. We will try the ribs next time. If you have a hankering for comfort food, wrap yourself in some warm, delicious, tastes like home cooked meals.

So some of the food was great the Mac-n-cheese had no flavor. Only pepper was visible, also it was…read morea bit watery not very creamy at all. The shrimp and the chicken tenders meal I got was great. They did accommodate me with a food issue which I'm grateful for. The hamburger was very huge and juicy. They do charge extra for cheese ($1.50) and grilled onions ($1.00), but over all the food was good. At the bottom of the receipt you can see where they add a "non-cash fee" automatically to the bill. The waitress was great, explained everything when asked.

We recently moved to town and decided to stop for lunch at Manny's. What a wonderful experience! We…read moreboth ordered the shrimp and grits lunch special and loved the seasoning and flavor in this dish. My side of coleslaw was super fresh and the lunch special even included our tea! The nautical motif creates a pleasant atmosphere. Our waitress, Michelle, to excellent care of us with quick service, knowledgeable answers and super friendly. I would definitely recommend Manny's to any seafood lovers. We can't wait to go back

I visited the Jack in the Box on E. Church Street, and the experience was very disappointing. The…read morewait time was ridiculous, and when we finally got our food, it was not worth it. The fries were cold, the burger was sloppy and cold, and the tacos were overcooked and greasy. To make matters worse, there were flies and gnats around the restaurant, which made it hard for us to eat. On top of that, the workers seemed very confused and moved very slowly, which made the whole visit even more frustrating.

Slowest fast food place on earth! Don't go unless you have 30 minutes to wait in the drive through…read moreline. It's every time we've been there.