This is your classic cash only unchanged since 1974 Florida dive bar. Arrive with the right…read moreexpectations (and cash) and you will not be disappointed. This is where the locals go after they finish their shifts at the other manasota key joints. Drinks are poured well. Be sure to try the margaritas on tap. Cheap and memorable. Wash it down with a draft beer or a shot of tequila. Come to see the Florida native wildlife and leave smiling.

Oh I can't say enough good about calico jacks! I'm going to start by saying the bartender Kathy is…read moreabsolutely amazing! Please go visit her! We were at the beach and our keys got water! So the truck would not start! No lift would pick us up! As we were walking I seen Kathy outside. I asked for help our house was about 5 miles away! She took us inside and ask the customers who could give us a ride . A man named Jim a veterinarian and his girlfriend helped us! He is a plumber! We went back and made new friends for life! I'm so thankful for the people at calico jacks! While sitting with them all I learned that this establishment and the people in it are real and true! Many blessings to you all! See you soon at calico jacks our new home away from home!

Great location with fun, beach atmosphere. Across from the public beach and also on canal…read more Live music with dance floor is nice too. Brisket Melt was very good and my guest really enjoyed the Island Tacos. We had Calamari appetizer and it was very tasty. Good service, friendly bartender and cold drinks were enjoyable too. We will be back!

The atmosphere is absolutely the best part. Near the beach tiki bar setting with full stage. Though…read moreyour table and chair may be slightly tilting in the sand. I got the seafood trio which was nearly the grouper basket plus 3 shrimp and 3 scallops for the same price. Everything was delicious and well prepared.

Sportsman's is a great local bar! They have live music Friday and Saturday nights as well as…read moreSaturday day.

Great little local bar, great staff. Visited last Saturday and walked out leaving my phone behind,…read morethey took care of it and called for me to pick up. Grand Re-Opening is not for a couple more weeks but I have found a new favorite hang-out!

We had a great experience at End Zone! We cam even a really busy evening-and our service and food…read morewas great! Our server was Annalise and she did a good job with our big party!

Neighborhood bar and grill. Bartender seemed to know many of the peeps that filled the bar area…read more Crowded for mid- day on a monday. Great place to watch sports, TV'S everywhere. Lots of seating, around the bar, tables and even outside. Happy Hour 12 - 6 M- F.. Bar food, Burgers, tacos, salads, sandwiches- Lots of conversations, laughs and happy people where the locals go !

Nice waterside location and across the street from the beach. Boat docks to arrive by water…read more Seems poorly run. Food is marginal at best. Live music. Service is inconsistent.

Stopped in here after a day at the beach-and it was hopping! We still got fast,excellent…read moreservice-and terrific food! I had the Burger with Swiss cheese and Mushrooms and it was so,so good! My companions were equally delighted with their entrees as well! They was live music,and we really enjoyed the atmosphere!

We had a great experience at Lock 'N Key Restaurant! We went around 11:00 AM on the Fourth of July,…read morethe service was attentive and friendly. The food was excellent, with generous portions and great flavor. The kids' meal was especially impressive it was huge and offered great value. Everyone in our group enjoyed their meal, and we left full and happy. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Englewood!

Getting off the beach, this was a perfect spot for grub. The bat was packed, im sorry I didnt get…read moreto experience what I heard is the best service for happy hour but a tavle was just as good, our young server very pleasant. I had the Manasota Key Salad with grilled Chicken, and let me just say, I ate this around 3pm & could not have anything else for the rest of the day!!! What a salad!!! Gorgonzola with pecans, raisins, greens, the amount of chicken on my plate, WOWZA! SO DELICIOUS!!! My mojito wasnt bad either They even have valet parking, which looks ridiculous upon first glance, but I bet at 5 or 6 pm when traffic is really flowing, it makes perfect sense. Rock on you guys, great spot, would love to visit again.

We were greeted and seated immediately when we arrived at 3:35pm. We soon we were met by our…read morewaitress, Jess, who was very pleasant and she offered us beverages to order and promptly served them. We enjoyed our service along with drinks and food we ordered. We will definitely go back there and request Jess as our server again.

Excellent experience. Tried the barbecue sampler. Green beans were cooked perfectly, coconut rice…read morewas absolutely delicious. I must try for anyone. The barbecue overall was very good. Brisket was a little dry, but everything else was so delicious that I wasn't even interested in the brisket. The sausage was an absolute must try. Ribs were great. Chicken was delicious. Overall, staff was nice and got seated quickly despite going on a busy night. Had time to grab a drink at the end of the dock around sunset before we ate. Great live music playing classic hits. Really a fantastic overall experience. Parking lot is tight, but got a spot right away.

Last of the real "original bars." Come here twice and everybody will remember your name.read more

A friendly bar, cold beers and wine. Great location in downtown Englewood.read more