I miss this place. Chester's Reef Bar was the place I was telling you about in Sarasota. It's…read moreclosed now, but they had two doors that rolled up to the outside, live music, pool tables, strippers, a jukebox. And cigarettes and pool chalk in the candy machine.

4 stars for the venue, prices, and people watching…read more We stopped in at Chester's Reef on a Saturday afternoon/evening. It was really hot outside (July) and even though the venue had its large doors open, the air conditioning kept it very comfortable. The bartender was friendly and the full liquor bar is actually covered by palms to give it a tiki-hut 'look'. There are 12 beer taps, lots of pool tables, a juke box, big screen t.v.'s, and smoking is welcome inside. Add in clear plastic beer cups, a men's room without a mirror, lots of JORTS, and you're officially in this dive bar. But that's ok because it's fun, and prices are decent. What to do: Grab a seat at the bar, order a beer, and relax What NOT to do: Order a martini

I stopped by the Lost Kangaroo Pub and grabbed a lime carbless seltzer honestly tastes like Sprite,…read moreso yes, very happy. I didn't get any food and I'm not sure if they even have it. Service was super friendly and quick, Rico at the bar, hope I spelled that right, hooked us up right away. It probably helped by the fact that it was daytime so not at all crowded. Dive bar vibes for sure, but it's bigger than I would expect for a dive. Tons of games like pool, darts, pinball, and even a beer pong machine for two players, never seen that before, but surprisingly fun. Machines were about a dollar a game, so nothing crazy. Street parking was free for a couple hours where I was and there's indoor and outdoor seating. Women's bathroom had some hilarious messages and divorce dad music playing constantly. I liked it, my mom, not so much. I'd definitely go back if I'm in the area and want a to just chill and drink.

Great place to hangout with friends or family! They have pool,darts and Couchs in the back!read more

Fun place right in Fernando's Beach for a quick bite or to watch a game. We had the pretzel -…read moreserved hot and fresh with cheese dip and a tasty brown mustard. Also had the lobster crab dip that tasted more like crab - had to hunt for the lobster. They make a very good version of the BVI Painkiller served at Level 1,2 or 3 - depending on 'how much pain you tryin' ta kill.' No evidence that it is authentic Pussers rum, but the flavor was pretty legit with fresh ground nutmeg. The upstairs wasn't open when we arrived for a late lunch. I imagine the view of the ocean is fantastic. I'll look forward to seeing it next time we are in the area.

Great bar. The guy working was so on point, he's about 6'3, super hot and made the best drinks. I'm…read morea local and mad I don't come here more often.

Cheap beer....Happy hour $3.25 miller lites Snacks....50…read morecents peanut butter crackers and Cheetos...Hell the bartender gave me some leftover Halloween snacks and potato chips for free after that....Teresa is a sweetie.... I left a $5.00 cash tip on a $10.75 tab... Very diverse crowd....even the chubby girl that said "F" you when I was in there last week.... Stoney will be back...

Great dive bar attached to a liquor store. Great drink prices! FYI you can smoke inside the bar, it…read morefelt like 1985! My daughter (21) had never been to a bar where people were able to smoke! Lol! They have a pool table which is a $1 to play! We had some cheap entertainment last night. The crowd is laid back and many were hanging out playing cards. I would definitely go back!

Aug 2026 Came to the…read moreshopping area w kiddos and great place to use up some time in the ac. Anime vibes. Upstairs area as well. Popashot, driving games, ddr, pool table, pinball, air hockey and more :)) $16 for entry and games, but we just sat the bar while the niece and nephew played games. Which meant we couldn't go into the game area but didn't have to pay admission. The bar area is open air w a large selection of alcoholic beverages and soda. Erin was a great bar tender :)

Not a lot of places in sarasota that serve drinks and a genuine arcade experience. Arcade Monsters…read moreis a one of one place that gives you everything you could want for a single purchase. The bartender Kinley was super nice and talked us thru everything they served. The shots were incredible and an unforgettable night.

This place is an amazing scene! The owner is a badass, the bartenders are phenomenal, and the…read morelocals make you feel like you belong as soon as you step through the threshold. Biker's paradise, but accepting of everyone, regardless if you ride two wheels, four, or 18 Don't get me started on Penny. This woman takes the simplest of meals and makes them on her grill with precision and care. As soon as you take a bite you can taste the love and richness. A must stop if your in Sarasota or even just passing through!!

This is a pretty cool spot. Live music and pool. Really cool owner and good bartenders…read more We had a good time! They have this thing called power hour where they drop the prices of some drinks for that hour, which was really cool. Bathrooms were clean.

We are mildly infuriated after our visit. 1st- our group all…read morecame with the same coupon for buy $10 of game tickets get $10 free but many of us received different amount of tickets for paying the same price. This is inconsistent training in employees and was hopefully not sexiest. 2nd-at the go carts, the attendent was very aggressive and clearly not joyful and hot and sweaty in the Florida heat. It would be nice for faster carts and larger/wider track to pass slow ahh children who can't drive. A friend got whiplash after a kid who couldn't drive crashed into her. 3rd- when we went to redeem our points from our game cards in the gift shop after the employee scanned the game card multiple times he admitted that he lost the points and that he accidentally transferred them to someone else's card and so I could not receive any prices for the many 91 points that I won. Which was disappointing considering the price I paid and the employee did not seem that bothered about it 4th- after ordering a pizza it did not come out for 20 minutes and the bartender said that the waitress forgot to put in the order, poor waitress service but the food was good. 5th- after going to the go carts for the second time the employees attitudes did not improve and the safety googles did not fit all the faces. And we were screamed at for having boxed up food. The employees seem passionate about their job but also bored with the time. 6th- the Ambiance was nice but it would be more enjoyable to have a separate dining area away from the screaming loud children along with the loud noises and bright lights that come from the game area. We thank you for your time for reading this and we look forward to hearing back.

Fun for Everyone! Looking for a place where everyone can have a blast? Livingston's Amusements has…read moreit all arcade games, billiards, bumper cars, and even indoor go-kart racing. On our last visit, we kicked things off with a go-kart race (I'll admit, I'm a "safety-first" driver... came in last place ). Afterward, we grabbed some food and drinks, then hit the arcade where I redeemed myself by taking first place in Mario Kart. The atmosphere is lively, with families, kids, and couples all enjoying themselves. The food service can be a little slow due to the open seating setup, but our server was warm, attentive, and apologetic for the delay. Other perks? Plenty of parking and a wide range of activities to keep you entertained for hours. Whether it's a date night, family outing, or a casual hangout with friends.

Not fancy, not a dive, just a fun relaxing place to get a drink. They serve most drinks from the…read morebasics to more exotic offerings. They have a decent selection of beers on tap or in bottles but they could expand their craft beer options. Our bartender was super nice and helpful. I wish I could remember her name but she was great. It is located right next door to the really great restaurant called "The Feast" and you can order food from the Feast and have it delivered to Dcoy Ducks. Which is a Great idea as the restaurant is often packed. I will definitely be back.

Fun dive bar in AMI, trivia on Tuesday is always a good time but gets packed so go early!!read more