Came with a group of ladies (7 total) to celebrate "Halfway to Christmas". We could not have picked a better place with the beach décor and groovy atmosphere. They have indoor and outdoor seating. The indoor seating is cooler temperature-wise, but the outdoor area is a cooler atmosphere feel. Does that make sense?
Our waitress and her team were kind. There was some confusion about a ticket at our table from the time of ordering. So, if you are unsure about a "special" concerning the cost, just be sure to ask what the price difference is (if any) if the waitress forgets or doesn't mention it. Mistakes happen...and fortunately, the manager solved it without delay.
The day we went, Oysters were 12 for $12 steamed or raw...woot! My family and I have been here a few times and honestly, the seafood and oysters are the way to go...always good. The other options are good, but it's not what they specialize in. Ya know?
I have two cons that are intertwined about this place which lowered my rating:
1. Even before the checks were paid...we weren't asked if we needed anything else...like a drink or water. Some ladies were asking for the checks, so I get it...then all of us got our checks by default...again, I get it. A few of us stayed for a bit talking and I figured someone would come back to see if we needed anything...nope. Our waitress wasn't in site either. We actually would have gotten another drink along with some water since we were talking. So Sliders Staff, even though checks are closed...it doesn't always mean consumers are done. Come back and check on us (the customer), especially since it was so hot.
2. They use the portable guilt-tipping machine, which I don't like at all. I tipped very well because I liked our waitress, her team and felt as though they'd continue to take care of me/us until we left...but service abruptly stopped when the checks & tips were paid. So ya think you can at least bring us a glass of water? Or ask if there is anything else after a few minutes if you see us still sitting there.
There is no parking slated for the restaurant. All parking around the town center area is paid parking. But there is an app and it's not overly expensive. By paying with the app you can check on it and extend if needed--easy peasy.
End Note: This is a wonderful place to hang out and grab some oysters and I know I'll be back at some point probably. I actually look forward to changing my star rating one day. I would have given a higher rating if my visit ended differently. I like it when service is from the beginning (upon entry) to the end (upon exit). You have a wonderful venue...but you can do better Sliders staff. I'm only one person with an opinion, but with that said, I've personally learned a lesson with the guilt-tipping machine here. I will bring cash next time to pay at the end if I feel as though we'll be hanging out since I know the service stops and is over once the bill is paid and the tip is given on the guilt check-out machine. read more