It's a casual vibe... great for an evening dinner or for lunch. I've been back many times.read more

The food, service, and ambience is always top-notch! Highly recommend! Never had a bad meal there…read morethe steak and seafood. There's something for everyone.

Fantastic atmosphere and the food is fantastic!!!!! Definitely recommend the Caliente shrimp,…read moreCeltic egg rolls, and chicken pot pie!!! Britney our server was on point, providing exceptional service, meeting our expectations. Oh, and don't forget the hand tossed pizza!!!! Mo

We stopped by for lunch. We had to walk around the building to get to the front door as they have a…read morestage and outside seating. Our waiter greeted us and got our drinks right away. We started with corn beef poutine. It was very good on large twisted french fries. We also ordered Classic Rueben and Hamburger bowl. The rueben was good but not great and hamburger bowl was also good. Our waiter was the only waiter working so was busy but still kept our drinks pretty full. Over all is was good.

First things first, the view is absolutely spectacular. Vast oceanfront and beach/dock view right…read morenext to our table, and the sunset was exceedingly beautiful today. Service was pretty good, our server was very friendly and helpful, but they seemed to be pretty busy so he didn't come around too much (which we also appreciated, as it was just enough space and attention). Food was better than I expected! All of the dishes were well-cooked and flavorful, the drinks (mango margarita) were a bit strong but loved, and nothing was too salty or too bland. We started with a dozen oysters which were very fresh and slightly chewy (different from northern oysters that I usually have), then had the cod, crab cakes, and snapper, all with well-paired sauces and great sides (the snapper was slightly overcooked). Everyone got complimentary sunset shots as the sun was dipping towards the horizon, and we finished off with a giant slice of key lime pie (that we couldn't quite fit in so we took back because it was too good to waste). Overall good experience and will definitely be back to try more!

I hate to rate them this low. However, my grouper was cool, not lukewarm, but cool. The Grouper was…read morerather dry, and that was frustrating. I tasted more filling than crab in my small crabcake. The veggies were cool. However, the sauce was rather tasty. My wife had a similar experience. I also ordered the Key Lime. If you've seen many of my hundreds of reviews, I love me some Key Lime. Look, I became hungry just thinking about a slice. Regrettably, this Key Lime was disappointing in taste. The rather larger crust could've been outstanding, but alas, it too was plain. My daughter enjoyed her chicken salad but didn't like the salty fries. My mother-in-law didn't believe her Snapper meal was Snapper. She said it was moist. Yet, she said it was okay. Disclaimer: The Server was great, but she was taking care of a group of 14 people. The people who came out to help her deliver the food were ok. We asked several times whether the "Catch of the Day" was the Flounder. We were repeatedly told, "No." It was. Consequently, those who ordered it also had cooler food. I believe those issues contributed to the food temperature. This place came highly recommended. In short, I wasn't pleased with paying $164 for three mediocre meals. I encourage you to try them out. I plan on taking my wife back there on August 27 to give them another chance. I'm certain it'll be much better.

Awesome Tiki Bar located on the privately owned 11 acre island 2 miles off shore from Apollo Beach,…read moreFL, named Beer Can Island by the locals, but Pine Key on the map... Super friendly staff, fair price on drinks and food. Cool thing is you can only get there by boat, so there's a lot of friendly folks out there and plenty of room to play on the beach, volley ball, corn hole etc... It's on of the coolest places to visit in all of Tampa Bay!

Really like this place, as a nearby cigar option for those of us who live in AB and don't always…read morefeel like driving to Ybor or Davidoff. Their lounge area/seating is spacious and very nice, as are the bar and the drink options. Their VIP program is priced just about exactly right for the level of value provided, and I'm considering joining this year. As of 2023 I've visited 70 cigar bars or stores in 15 states and 11 countries, and this one is among the top 15. The only thing keeping it out of the top 10 is the limited size of (and therefore the selection within) their humidor. I like to smoke a different cigar every time I go out, but this can be difficult here as they have fewer unique sticks here than I have at home. However, all things considered, if you're looking for a place to relax and smoke one (rather than a place that you can go to stock your home humidor), this is an excellent choice.

First impressions are everything In life and especially in…read morebusiness You can tell the woman serving at the bar did not want to be there You can tell she wasn't happy You can definitely tell that she wasn't an owner because an owner would know better This was on Labor Day .. and I get it .. you might want to be not working on Labor Day. But if you are one of the lucky ones to have a job and work then you should respect people and be polite Fake it if you have too! I was going to buy a bottle of wine And all she could offer was their Cabernet... you have a built in wine Fridge...... So I'll settle for a glass I was going to buy a bunch of different cigars for our anniversary, She wouldn't help Mind you we were the only ones in there at the time !! She brought our mood way down. After we smoked and barely drank the terrible wine We went to ybor and spent $400 on cigars because someone helped us and a nice bottle of wine . Do yourself a favor and skip this place , find another one in Apollo beach or go to ybor . - highly disappointed

First time diner here but my friends have both lunched or had apps here once before...It was a bit…read moreof a drive from Ellenton for lunch but well worth the drive. The perfect early afternoon for lunch outdoors on the deck. (tempered heat, a slight breeze and big fans-perfecto!!!). Great menu...average prices per entre or sandwich= low $20's. I ordered the Grouper Po-boy, (delicious) the ladies had shrimp- the Cajun wrap and drunken shrimp (they raved about both)... I took half of my sandwich home...the grouper was tender, juicy and flaky...yummmm. The fries,( def order Xtra crispy - were perfect!! ) Coke products on tap which made us happy. Not to upstage the great food was the dual dolphin water show off our railing...so kool.) Lots of smiles everywhere in this place...but I would be remiss if I didn't compliment our server...she was awesome....exceptional Customer service and experience. Sorry I didn't get your name but you know who you are...9-16-2026 / between 12:30-2:00 / party of 3 ladies outside off the inside bar on the deck )- I had heart shaped sunglasses on - thank you for a lovely lunch experience!

Food: 4/5 Service: 5/5…read moreAmbiance: 5/5 Went here for lunch and wow great food with great views for sure! (Also iykyk BTS members were here too :DD) We arrived around 3 PM, and the restaurant was super busy and packed. I was expecting a wait but we got seated right away. Initially, we asked to sit outside and it was really nice at first. The breeze and fresh air in the shade were definitely 10/10. But as the afternoon went on, the sun got much hotter and the seagulls became absolutely VICIOUS LOLL, so we ended up asking to move inside. The staff were so accommodating and let us pick whichever table we wanted, which I really appreciated. Now onto the food, WOW was the first word that came out of my mouth the portions are HUGE. There were a lot of great options to choose from, but I ended up getting the grilled lobster mac and cheese. The portion was HEFTY. I ate so much, yet it still looked like I barely made a dent in the bowl lol. The flavor was good, but it was saltier than I expected, and the more I ate, the more noticeable the saltiness became. I didn't catch the names of my friends' dishes, but they all really enjoyed their meals. Overall, it's a great spot with amazing views, generous portions, and great service. I'd love to come back again in the future!

Our family loves this place. The food is always great and the drinks are always cold. I am a big…read morefan of the Dockside Cuban. It is a great place for lunch or dinner and they also have live music. The staff there is friendly and we have never had a bad experience.

Picked up burgers. They were hot and delicious…read more Jerry's is right on the river with live music. Cool place. Staff is very friendly.

Absolutely love this place great wine, flatbreads and educational events perfect for girl's night…read moreout. Excellent ambiance and the staff is friendly.

I just love this place! They have a vast assortment of wines and craft beers, and make some…read morefabulous flatbreads! Ingrid, their sommalier, listens to your likes/dislikes and makes the best suggestions for wines. They frequently offer wine and food pairings, such as gelato, popcorn, candy, and last night's flatbreads. These are amazing! Ingrid does an excellent job choosing the wines that pair best with the taste palette of the foods. The owners are also lots of fun and so appreciative of our support.

Sitting pretty in its pastel turquoise skin under a Florida sun that doesn't know how to quit. You…read morepush open the door, past the cheesy little signs pointing every which way like lost souls, and you're hit with the smell of old wood, stale beer, and fried regret. ​It's dark inside, the kind of dark that hides your mistakes. Neon Bud Light signs buzz like angry hornets, keeping time with some golf tournament droning on a TV screen. There's a skeleton dressed up like a bartender holding a plastic cup, which is about as honest as the service gets. ​I sat down at a lightly sticky table with my dog. I snagged the perfect table upon the disembarking of the sloppy family with thrir soda splasung dloppy mannerisms. They let me hide Iris under the table. That big, brown hound of mine. Parked underneath the food and drink, looking at me with more loyalty than any woman I ever knew. I ordered a drink that came in a glass tall enough to drown your sorrows in, topped with a lime slice that had seen better decades. The menu offered up everything from gator bites to oysters, standard grease-trap poetry to line the stomach before the booze takes over. ​Outside, the world keeps spinning in its pathetic, sunny circle. Inside, you just sit there with your glass, listening to the ice melt, wondering how the hell you ended up in a joint named after a reptile in the middle of nowhere. ​It's not much, but it's a chair, it's cold, and nobody's asking you any questions. Four stars. Pour another one. ​

Got into town and was starving! This place popped up as places near me so we decided to give it a…read moretry. Great idea, thanks Yelp! First impression was a little suspect because it's clearly a house turned restaurant/bar. Once we got inside though, I loved the charm of it. There are different rooms you walk through and they have it all set up with tables and chairs....all different kinds so it's a modge podge of tables. Then there are cool chandeliers over the tables and bar signs everywhere. Our waitress was a new implant to Florida and she was super sweet and helpful. She also made a mean vodka tonic! Ok so let's get to the food. First we ordered the Fried Alligator Bites and the Fried Green Tomatoes as appetizers and they were both delicious! The alligator wasn't super chewy and the voodoo sauce was banging! I went with the Shrimp and Grits and sheesh I was blown away! I loved the texture and the taste of the grits. They had just the right amount of cheese and the shrimp were cooked perfectly! The hubby got the Grouper Tacos and he said they were good but a little dry. He wished they had some more toppings...either sauce or pico de gallo. My daughter got the mussel pasta. She loved the mussels but was disappointed by the penne pasta. She wished it was a bit saucier as it only had a lemony/wine liquid that wasn't sticking to the pasta. All in all this place was good. We will go at least once more since it's by where we're staying and I want to try a couple more things on the menu.

This was a great spot. My wife and I finally made it to Apollo Bistro after talking about it…read moreseveral times. So glad we did. The restaurant is very quaint and had a very relaxed feel and nice decor. The gentleman who was serving us, was excellent. Very friendly, not rushed and did not make us feel rushed. The food was excellent. I had the French dip, my wife had the buffalo chicken flatbread and our friend who joined us had the buffalo chicken bowl. The French dip was super tender, very flavorful and the home made chips it came with should be mass produced and sold. My wife's flatbread was so good. Thin crust, great flavor, the chicken had an excellent crunch and very flavorful. A friend salad was such a big portion that she took half home and the chicken she had in her bowl was crunchy and flavorful, and the french fries came with were very crispy and very good. This will definitely become one of our routine go to spots in the area. So glad we finally made it to this restaurant.

Looking for a local spot to grab a bite? Well I decided to stop in and ask for breakfast and they…read moredid not disappoint. I was able to order a sirloin and eggs, plenty of protein to start my day. Ashley was working this morning and was very happy to share some news of their uniquely delicious dessert options. If you are a dessert person and dine out then you know how boring it can't be in the Tampa area. You get the same old lava cake, key lime pie, Apple something with caramel drenched on it and the peanut butter pie and cheesecake. Well finally the Bistro decided to take it up a notch and get a lemon cello cake, a chocolate torte. So for a short time if one of these desserts appeals to you hurry over before they are gone. Ambiance is casual and open lots of seating options from booths to high tops to regular tables and bar seating too. Service is also very good your greeted with a smile and when it's busy you still get a acknowledgement.