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    Kelsey's on Cortez

    3.3 (113 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    KELSEY'S ON CORTEZ ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    12 years ago

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    13 years ago

    Really a great place I think it's the best burger in Bradenton. Nice staff, clean place highly recommended.

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    7 years ago

    Great wings and burgers! Nice little neighborhood bar/ grill! Tator tots on the menu too!!!

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    13 years ago

    Great burgers and cold beer! Service was excellent too. We went on a Tuesday and it was $2 burger night. Will be back next Tuesday.

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    10 years ago

    Wings are great and very big. On Thursdays they are very cheap. Service is average. Thier tvs aren't HD but overall worth a visit.

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    8 years ago

    Great food, good service - their club sandwich, wings, burgers are all great !! Waitresses work hard and are very attentive !!

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    11 years ago

    Somewhat more pleasant but took to long for wing one and a half hours later and they where the wrong flavor and had to wait again

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    11 years ago

    Their Sunday brunch is my FAVORITE! I'm from Michigan and I always come whenever I'm down here on spring break. Wonderful service, too.

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    8 years ago

    Don't let the specials fool ya. $12 for two burgers and a pitcher. Great deal it appears. Want cheese? $.95 per slice. Want fries? $3.95

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    9 years ago

    Totally unimpressive. Very unprofessional greeter. Agonizingly slow service. Stay away!!!!!

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    Review Highlights - Kelsey's on Cortez

    Happened upon Kelseys accidentally while out shopping, glad we did!

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