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  • Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk (Naples, FL) Review

    Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk (Naples, FL) Review

    Rating: 5 out of 5.

    4.0* (out of 5)

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    Food: n/a

    Atmosphere: 4*

    Value: 4*

    Service: n/a

    2/26/2022

    Worth a stop for a fully shaded stroll on the boardwalk.  The water was low when we stopped, so we didn’t see as much wildlife as the locals saw a few weeks earlier, but still plenty to see and learn.  The pond at the end (see picture) did have an alligator out sunning when we got there.

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  • Bahama Breeze (Lutz, FL) Review

    Rating: 4 out of 5.

    4.25* (out of 5)

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    Food: 4*

    Atmosphere: 5*

    Value: 4*

    Service: 4*

    Stopped here on the way to visit friends and enjoyed the casual and open atmosphere as well as the Ultimate Margarita and food.  I ordered the 1/2 Jerk Chicken Sandwich and my wife ordered the Blackened Fish Tacos with Seafood Chowder.

    I enjoyed the Jerk sandwich, but found it a little dry – as it apparently used a dry rub for seasoning and I expected the more traditional red sauce.  My wife’s Ultimate Margarita was fantastic (I tried a few sips), as were the Blackened Fish Tacos and Seafood Chowder.  The chowder was light and flavorful without coming across as salty.  The waiter recommended both (for good reason) and so would I.

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  • Yucatan Beach Stand Bar (Fort Myers Beach, FL) Review

    Rating: 4 out of 5.

    4.25* (out of 5)

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    Food: 4*

    Atmosphere: 5*

    Value: 4*

    Service: 4*

    Stopped here for brunch before the beach and loved the atmosphere and food.  On the way in, we saw a friendly artist touching up the store sign (see picture) – who was more than happy to be a part of my review.

    We started with drinks and chips, guacamole and salsa (see picture).  The guacamole was great, but the chips seemed a little over cooked.  For lunch, I had the Shrimp Ceviche and my wife had the Blackened Shrimp Quesadillas (see pictures).  We really enjoyed both dishes – the ceviche was served with what seemed like a balsamic vinaigrette that tasted great as an add on, even though I hadn’t ever had it before.

    With the good selection of tap beers, tasty food and reasonable prices, I recommend it for a stop to eat.

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  • Ford’s Garage (Orlando, FL) Review

    Rating: 4 out of 5.

    4.25* (out of 5)

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    Food: 3*

    Atmosphere: 5*

    Value: 4*

    Service: 5*

    Stopped here with our adult children while on vacation and staying nearby.  Although we admittedly aren’t big Ford fans, the restaurant was very unique and the food was delicious.

    From the unique urinals, sink and door handles in the men’s roomto the hose clamps around your napkins / silverware to the oil funnel holding the onion rings (see pictures), everything about this place was very unique and fitting for a garage setting.

    The food took plenty long to be delivered and we had a quality issue with one of the burgers, but they were good about replacing it and the replacement was great.

    You will definitely enjoy the atmosphere here (and Tyler provided great service)!

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  • The Boathouse (Lake Buena Vista, FL) Review

    Rating: 4 out of 5.

    3.75* (out of 5)

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    Food: 4*

    Atmosphere: 4*

    Value: 3*

    Service: 4*

    Stopped for drinks and snacks during our visit and enjoyed the experience.  Of special note was the Lucky Dux drink with a floating duck (see picture) and the Oysters on the half shell.  Both were very good and the view was fantastic.

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  • Amorette’s Patisserie (Lake Buena Vista, FL) Review

    Rating: 4 out of 5.

    4.0* (out of 5)

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    Food: 4*

    Atmosphere: 5*

    Value: 3*

    Service: 5*

    Everything about this place oozes premium / quality.  We were already full when we got here, so I just ordered a salted caramel eclaire.  There packaging and presentation were amazing and the taste was great!  Of you like your sweets…you’ll want to make sure you stop here before you leave the area.

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  • Coca Cola Store (Orlando, FL) Review

    Rating: 4 out of 5.

    3.75* (out of 5)

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    Food: 4*

    Atmosphere: 4*

    Value: 4*

    Service: 3*

    Stopped here on our way out to try the ice cream floats that we had heard so much about.  We wanted to stick with an ice cream option, so went with the Cold Brew Caramel Float and loved it.  You won’t go wrong with a stop here…

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  • Cocomo’s Grill (Marco Island, FL) Review

    Rating: 3.5 out of 5.

    3.5* (out of 5)

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    Food: 3*

    Atmosphere: 3*

    Value: 4*

    Service: 4*

    6/1/2012

    Atmosphere was average and per several other Yelper’s reviews, the food was also average.  I enjoyed the Japanese vegetable wrap as well as the homemade key lime pie.  The Chicken Parmesan that my son ordered was average and the marinara sauce was skimpy – leaving it quite dry (although our waitress was happy to bring us another cup, which caused our son to finish his meal after first saying he was done).  Prices were reasonable for our family of 6 with 4 teenage boys.

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  • Nacho Mama’s (Marco Island, FL) Review

    Rating: 4 out of 5.

    4.0* (out of 5)

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    Food: 4*

    Atmosphere: 4*

    Value: 4*

    Service: 4*

    6/1/2012

    Seared ahi tuna tacos are Wonderful!  My wife had them and loved them – and I sampled and also enjoyed.  We caught the end of Happy Hour and stayed for dinner.  The made-daily fresh pico de gallo was good, but the oregano seasoning took some getting used to…

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  • Lee Be Fish (Marco Island, FL) Review

    Rating: 4 out of 5.

    4.25* (out of 5)

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    Food: 5*

    Atmosphere: 4*

    Value: 4*

    Service: 4*

    6/1/2012

    Ordered the Island Combo Basket (grilled) over rice with black beans and brought it back to the hotel room.  The aroma in the car was great and the food was even better.  The only thing that prevents a 5* rating in my book is the paper plates and plastic utensils.

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  • Shipwreck’s Bar & Grill (Key Largo, FL) Review

    Rating: 4 out of 5.

    4.25* (out of 5)

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    Food: 4*

    Atmosphere: 4*

    Value: 4*

    Service: 5*

    6/1/2012

    Great cozy atmosphere in an ‘out of the way’ restaurant with better than average pub food, a nice domestic draught Happy Hour and great service by a friendly waitress – Lacey.  We ordered the Coconut Onion Rings (recommended by another Yelper) and enjoyed them.  We liked the crab and cream cheese – stuffed Jalapeno Poppers even better (nice spicy bite, softened by the sweet dip).  For dinner, we had the catch of the day (hog fish – blackened) along with a sampler that included shrimp and mahi mahi – all of the fish was excellent.  To top it off, we ordered a slice of key lime pie as well as a slice of peanut butter pie – Wow, were they great – and with a great presentation!

    Overall, a great stop on our way to Key West for family vacation!

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  • Two Meatballs in the Kitchen (Fort Myers, FL) Review

    Rating: 4 out of 5.

    4.25* (out of 5)

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    Food: 4*

    Atmosphere: 4*

    Value: 4*

    Service: 5*

    6/1/2012

    We loved the Garlic Cheese Bread Knots before our meal.  Service was excellent (our hard-to-please 17 year old son said it was the best service he has ever had).  Portions were large (our 4 teenage boys had left-overs to eat later for dinner in the hotel) and pricing was average.  I had the lunch special Tilapia with a Lemon Butter Wine sauce – and that was the best sauce I’ve ever had on fish (nice lemon tang to it, but also with a rich butter taste).  Was a great stop for our family while on family vacation in Florida.

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  • Snook Inn (Marco Island, FL) Review

    Rating: 3.5 out of 5.

    3.5* (out of 5)

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    Food: 3*

    Atmosphere: 4*

    Value: 3*

    Service: 4*

    6/1/2012

    Great open air atmosphere and live music – right on the waterfront, with reasonable menu prices.  As other raters had already shared, the salad bar and food was average – although the key lime and peanut butter pie was excellent for dessert.

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