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    4.6 (7 reviews)

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    Joshua B.

    I stopped by Island Escape Grill this weekend for lunch. They are only open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, so make sure to check the hours before you go. I was in the mood for some jerk chicken, so that's what I ordered along with some cabbage, rice and beans, and some fry bread. The service was fast and I ate my food there. They have a few tables available. The jerk chicken had great flavor. I do wish the portion size was a bit bigger, one thigh, so next time I will request extra meat. The fry bread was tasty and the cabbage hit the spot. The meal was $15. I will definitely be back to try some other menu items. Solid spot.

    Pia D.

    I ordered oxtails and whole fish for take out and my heart absolutely SANG when I opened these boxes. I knew they'd be large servings coz they were HEAVY, but I didn't expect such generous portions of MEAT. They looked so good and tasted even better. I order oxtails every chance I get and theirs is one of the best I've had, not just in Pinellas but anywhere in Florida. The whole fish was still nice and crispy even if it's been doused with sauce. Even the fried dumplings were so good and tasty! It's a small place with a few tables but the guy at the counter and the lady chef were all fun and nice!

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    First visit.... So much to write and most not good…read more Our friends have all been here before and wanted a birthday dinner for 12 people. My girlfriend called several days in advance to book the reservation and was told the ONLY time they would accommodate 12 was 5:15pm (it was a Friday). Even though several of us work, she took it after they refused a later time. She even confirmed by a text they sent her the day before. The party arrived between 5-5:15. The table was not ready. Looked around and while busy, not all tables were full and smaller parties were being seated as they came in with no wait. 30 minutes later- after another table finally left and they cleared it they sat us. So much for a reservation that had to be only at that time! No attempt to seat us elsewhere- just waiting for that table to leave. The server, Kenny, came around and almost like a drill sergeant required everyone's attention (stern request for all to pay attention to him) so he could give the specials and inform us on how he was going to do the separate checks. I am all for him being able to keep everyone's check straight- just the way he explained was a bit off putting. He proceeded to take drink orders and then returned with them. Started taking food orders. I asked for an appetizer and my meal. He said is it ok if they come together? I said well I would like the app first. He informed me that if he did that and "held" my meal order there would be a small delay on my meal. I said no- I don't want to hold anything up. He took the rest of the orders. After a few minutes one person's appetizers came out. I will call him "B". B was nice and shared his apps with several people. At this point we were looking for Kenny as several drinks needed to be refilled or ordered. Did not see him. Few minutes later, meals started arriving via a couple food runners who started calling out what they had in hand. As dishes were being placed on the table my appetizer was called so I turned and the one he was handing me had tomatoes clearly on top. I said- that's not mine- I ordered no tomatoes. He looks up and quickly takes it to the end of the table where one of the others had already received my app and picked up a piece of it. He stopped him right before they bit into the piece. Told him that was the wrong one and switched them bringing me the one that had almost been eaten. He said- this is yours- he did not eat any yet. Yeah- but he had picked up a piece! At that point more commotion going on with meals arriving so I just took it but did not eat the one section. We all get our meals except B. One person asked for a side of ranch with their order- not delivered. We are looking for Kenny still- remember we needed drinks and now the ranch dressing. He seems inattentive (the prior customers at this table had left their paid check there- it was still on the table next to my friend until 3/4 through the time we were there as an example of his inattentiveness plus waiting to order more drinks). When Kenny finally comes to check on us he takes the drink orders and we ask about B's meal. Well because he asked for his appetizers to come first his meal is delayed. The second round of drinks come. Still no meal for B. The entire table is almost done eating their meals when B's meal shows up!! He told them just put it in a box. Kenny shows with all checks in hand but says- anyone have a sweet tooth? When nobody responds with a dessert request he starts handing out the checks. He did then offer the birthday person a free dessert as well as B due to the delay- they would not take any off the check for the delay (he declined). We paid and left. We had put 3 hours on our parking. We left with 15 minutes to spare! That gives you an idea of the delay for seating and service. Now I get it- party of 12 on a Friday. But as mentioned the place was not packed as others (smaller parties)continued to be seated with no wait. And we all were respectful of his check system and how we ordered. My girlfriend said "if this was my first time here I don't know I would come back". I chimed in...."first time here!" Pros: my meal was good (shrimp and grits). Several others enjoyed their food. Bathroom kept clean despite being busy. Cons (besides what I already have mentioned): my husband said after we left his chicken sandwich was rubbery- overcooked. My second drink (regular mojito) was very bland. Sorry- Will try other restaurants in that area before going back!

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