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    Skip's Bar & Grill

    3.9 (48 reviews)
    InexpensiveBars, New American
    Open 12:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Divey
    Casual
    Juke Box

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    Mike M.

    It's a dive bar in Dunedin. Love the murals (outside AND inside) of the dogs and cats on the walls. Super cool. Bartender Patrick was excellent. Quick service and witty/engaging to talk to...the way a slinger should be. Wish the place has a little better selection, and a liquor license as there's just not a whole lot going on inside. Some nice seating out front w picnic tables as well as a long interior bar and a few table inside.

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    Stephanie S.

    This is my new favorite place in Dunedin. We're visitors from St. Louis, so this bar made us feel right at home. Totally divey, cash only, dark, eclectic decor, everything dive bar. $2 PBR in a bottle! They have a jukebox that you have to put real money in (4 songs for $1). Oh, and the A/C is cranking on high which is a great break from the heat. Give this place some love!

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    Nina L.

    Skip's is an unapologetic, old school dive bar on Main Street in Dunedin. Cheap beer in a paper bag? Check. Old school jukebox box that takes quarters? Check. Snarky/funny/sarcastic/friendly bartenders? Check, check, check. And they even have a Kiss pinball machine. If this is your vibe, you'll definitely love and appreciate Skip's. Also, one big pro of this place is outdoor seating and smoking.

    Dre G.

    I think the place should have 10 stars unfortunately yelp doesn't offer 10 stars I come in here I order a beverage I sit down I get the beverage I pay what else could I ask for it's a great experience

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    Eric R.

    Great atmosphere for the sophisticated beer drinker that enjoys a frosty cold Pabst in a bag! The decor is just as tasteful as the drinks. Juke box plays the classics. Place is dark so it is ugly dude friendly.

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    Jessica L.

    Great little bar, lots of fun. If you buy a PBR They'll pull poker card for a chance to win something, but make sure you bring cash.

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    D.J. M.

    Amazing time on the Tour de Trail pub crawl! Can't wait to do it again! So much fun!!

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    Mark H.

    Cash only! How places survive dealing with cash only is beyond me. Luckily, when we rolled thru last night, we just happened to have a Jackson on us, Otherwise, they would have lost business. Ain't no Yuengling or Bud Light worth walking to an ATM and paying a fee for. On Wednesdays, if your sport a Skip's shirt, you get discounts. They also sell cigarettes, if you're into cancer sticks. But to be quite honest, there ain't much here. It's a bar with maybe 7 taps, no food or pool table. In fact, unless you've got a dog to chill with on the patio, it's pretty bland. I like Patrick, the bartender, and he's probably this place's saving grace.

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    10 days ago

    Just a great place to people watch, ice cold beer, perfect service! Server Karen is the best! And dogs!

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    What a great dive "bar"! No liquor, but beer and seltzers are available. Cool bartender and a dart board.

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    Cash Only!!!! Cute place. Dog friendly patio. Karen is great. Good music!!

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    9 years ago

    A pleasant little dive bar in the heart of downtown Dunedin. Clean with prompt, friendly service.

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    Bon Appetit

    3.8
    (936 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$$

    Wow! This place did not disappoint! Made reservations three days ahead of time for a Friday…read moreevening. We were seated right on time and the place was vibing both at the outdoor bar and restaurant. Perfect place to watch the sunset! Started with the bacon wrapped shrimp - so so good! I ordered the Land and Sea (3 scallops and filet medallions) and it was delicious! Scallops were a good size and filet tips were a nice portion. My husband ordered the pistachio crusted rack of lamb. Cooked to perfection, super tender and the homemade mint jam was amazing! After dinner, we headed out to the outside bar and it was such a great way to end the evening. Highly recommend if you're looking for a nice dinner with great service!

    My parents really love to come here when they are in Florida and wanted to go there to celebrate my…read moremom's birthday. We were sat in the back by the window, so we had a nice view. It is extremely loud and we had a hard time hearing each other and our server. Service overall was just okay. Drinks: - Key Lime Pie Martini - very sweet and tasted like flavored eggnog. sent back - Pomegranate Martini - not made consistently. My mom's was much sweeter than mine. Good, but nothing special - Almond Old Fashioned - this was nice. The almond was a nice change from a normal old fashioned Appetizers/Entrees: - Prosciutto & Date Flatbread - this had a nice amount of proscuitto, but there was too much balsamic dressing as it overpowered the whole dish - Spanish Octopus - TINY! It has nice flavor, but there's not a lot of octopus in it, which defeats the purpose - Seared Sesame Ahi Tuna - very nice flavor, but they only gave 6 pieces of tuna and 3 wonton chips for nearly $30 - Cedar Plank Salmon - best thing we got. It's the only dish that had the perfect amount of everything and was enjoyable to eat. The cedar gives the salmon a very nice flavor - Port Wine Glazed Pork Osso Bucco - disgusting mushroom risotto. Pork was undercooked so we had to send it back to be fixed. Came back cooked correctly and tasted decent. They gave a good amount of pork. This place is ridiculously pricey for the small amount you get for most of the dishes. Lots of issues with our visit and it just isn't a relaxing place to eat with how loud it gets. 2.5 stars overall.

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    One of the many mother's Day buffet stations.
    One of the many mother's Day buffet stations.
    Crab Stuffed Salmon
    Crab Stuffed Salmon
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    The Restorative

    The Restorative

    4.6
    (182 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$$

    Had a great time dining at The Restorative in Dunedin. This is such a perfect date night spot…read more Everything we ordered was amazing and you can really tell how much care goes into each dish. We even got to meet the owner who is also the chef. Super cool guy and very welcoming which made the experience feel extra special. We sat at the bar seating where you can watch the kitchen in action and it made the night even more fun. It kind of gave me Rooster & the Till vibes with the open kitchen energy and intimate setup. They serve wine and beer only which honestly fits the cozy and thoughtfully curated feel of the place really well. Great food great atmosphere and a unique dining experience overall. I would absolutely come back again and highly recommend it if you are looking for something a little different in Dunedin. What I ordered: - house made naan bread - chicken veloute, potato tortellini, carmalized onions, egg yolk (gives only 1 tortellini. Wish they added more) - ricotta gnocchi, brown butter, sage, prosciutto - beef short rib, mushroom and onion tart, parsnip, black garlic (really good!! must order!!)

    I've come here twice. It's located in a not-so-great strip mall…read more It has a very small menu and I feel like everything is pre-cooked or maybe par-cooked and they just finish it at the restaurant (no big kitchen). When I sat at the bar I saw them pulling the food out of plastic containers in the fridge and warming it back up. The portions are small and the prices high, so come knowing that. That said, the food has always tasted good. The service was okay. My biggest issue, I tried to come eat here with my pre-teen kids once after a sports game they played and was asked multiple times if I was sure this was the place I wanted to come. Did they think I can't afford it? Did they not want my kids in the restaurant? And on that note, the food is not kid-friendly really.

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    Gnocchi
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    Pork shank with pickled veggies. Delicious.
    Pork shank with pickled veggies. Delicious.
    Green tea panna cotta, strawberry, pistachio

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    Parlor House Bistro

    Parlor House Bistro

    4.4
    (219 reviews)
    1.9 mi

    We actually dined here for our anniversary, December 30th. I wanted to write a glowing review then…read morebut I sadly can't remember my servers name. He was FABULOUS! I'm so sorry, wish I knew his name. He was the only male server there at the time so hopefully he gets credit. We made a reservation for dinner & walked in about 6:30pm. We waited only a minute maybe at the podium. It's in a strip mall which is odd for such an upscale place but it was kind of business casual not formal. We were seated in a comfy booth by our server. There was even a card sitting on the table, signed by the staff for our anniversary. Very sweet. This was our first time here so he showed us various specials on the menu. They had NYE specials since it was the 30th so we ordered from that. The drink menu is very small but I'm confident the bartender could have made me anything I asked for. We did not order bread, it's not included but we also did not want to fill up on it. I was dying to try the onion soup & was actually glad he recommended the mini size. It allowed us to try the soup but not fill up on it. I would totally return just for this soup! It wasn't long before our dinners were ready. Once it was in front of me I was honestly shocked at the raw beef but, it was truly seared & sliced to give it that presentation. I normally will not touch rare beef but this was actually delicious! The food was so good & fresh. The drinks were strong, not watered down at all. I actually had to get a Togo box for half my meal but it was a great lunch the next day. We did take home desserts as well which were also perfect. Our dinner was $200 which is quite steep but it was our anniversary & we truly enjoyed it. We will definitely return. I wish they did carry out for the soup. I think I'd order it every week if they did.. Overall I have zero complaints. The ambiance is not overly stiff either. They've made it so it's a mix of casual & elegance combined. If you'd like to dress up, go for it! Thank you, Parlor House for an amazing anniversary dinner.

    We returned to parlor house for Valentine's Day last night. The food was absolutely unreal- as we…read moreremembered- but the ambiance has totally flipped! When we were here last (as you can see in the attached photos) there were dark curtains blocking out the very casual plaza, white table cloths, dimmer lighting, and a stage at the front for live jazz music. It really felt transformative and intimate. This time when we walked in we were greeted by a beta fish tank which was incredibly odd lol, all of the curtains were wide open, no live music, wooden tables, confusing decor, it was super bright and so, sooo so loud. Tables were crammed together and you could tell the kitchen and bar were struggling with volume. I wouldn't mention this at all if the entrees weren't 50$. For the very pricy food and cocktails you expect an elevated interior- and the vibe felt really confusing. It's a shame because the food is exceptional- something to keep in mind if you're looking for a romantic date night. Excellent food romantic vibes Still worth trying if you're in the area- just adjust expectations. Dress code online business casual but folks were mostly in shorts and t-shirts.

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    Toast for 75 years!
    Toast for 75 years!
    Foie gras with apricot & date paste. Blue Crab salad with burrata & balsamic drizzle.
    Foie gras with apricot & date paste. Blue Crab salad with burrata & balsamic drizzle.
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    Sandbar

    Sandbar

    4.3
    (313 reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$

    I'm so happy this outdoor restaurant is located at the hotel we are staying at as it came highly…read morerecommended and I can see why! While at the beach we started to get hungry so me and my princess decided to grab an early dinner after a day of long travel and the hotel receptionist said " go eat outside at the sandbar!" Brianna was our server and was amazing ! She made my little one a Shirley temple which she loved and kept the cold beers coming for me . We ordered shrimp cocktail for appetizers and wings then I decided on the grouper sandwich with a side salad and fries and mini cheeseburger sliders and fries for my little one. We enjoyed our view of the ocean and stayed after we ate and got to see dolphins swimming near by. We will definitely be having lunch here a few more times before we leave. Fish is fresh caught and so good I'm already thinking about dinner lol ! 10/10!

    Great place! Been here twice now and it does not disappoint. Great views, good food and a lively…read moreatmosphere. Came here with my fam in late June 2026. We had drinks to start; my 20 year old and 16 year old had soda. Wife had a Coroner and I have the spicy jalepeno margarita. All was great! We did not get apps, but there are lots of choices. For mains I had the Birria tacos with onion rings. One daughter had the same. Great taste, but if I had to do it over I would get a side of salad or coleslaw as it was a lot of fried on my plate. That said, finished it all! My other daughter had the chicken Cesar salad and loved it. Chicken was very tasty. My wife had the grouper basket. She thought it was tasty and hit the spot. Service was not bad but not great. Just not friendly. Overall a great stop. Be prepared you are outside and if the weather turns you are on the hook. Also, no reservations so first come first serve! Go. Here.

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    Sandbar
    Sandbar
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    Caretta on the Gulf

    Caretta on the Gulf

    4.1
    (531 reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$$$

    This is one of the nicest restaurants on Clearwater Beach. It's attached to the Sand pearl resort…read moreand is truly a five star experience. The ambience gives off a luxury restaurant and has a dining room and also a bar area. The view of the sunset is amazing! We started off with some sushi appetizers, which were delicious and the scallops were amazing and so tender. Then we had the watermelon salad which was delicious and then also the salmon which had nuts in it and was surprisingly a good combination. Then we finished off with decaf lattes, and the cookie and ice cream, which were so gooey and yummy. We had amazing service from the host to our server to everyone we talk to in between. Would recommend this place over and over again, cannot wait to go back!

    I love getting drinks at the bar and just relaxing and catching in all of the water views from the…read morebar top and blasting cold AC. It was a hot 95 out so I would definitely not wanna be outside and that humidity for a very long time. The crème brûlée was extremely off today, which is very rare. I've never had it like this before. It tasted very undercooked. The custard had a weird flavor like it wasn't fresh and the sugar crust on top. You could see that they were still crystals of brown sugar or something. It wasn't completely glazed melted all the way it was not like a glazed ice rink top. It was look like little pieces of hail on top or something. It was definitely strange for the sugar coating top. The fruit was extremely fresh. I do love getting extra fruit on top.

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    Inside bar area
    Inside bar area
    Caretta on the Gulf
    Caretta on the Gulf

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    Cafe Alfresco

    Cafe Alfresco

    4.0
    (430 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    We've tried this place a couple of times now and had overall good experiences…read more The service is good, the servers are friendly and the bar has a nice draft selection. The chicken Marsala needs improvement, the sauce didn't have great flavor and the chicken was not seasoned well. Using large (maybe portobello?) mushrooms provides a weird texture to the dish. On the other hand, when you cut into the Pork Chop, the heavens may part and angels sing. This chop is magnificent!!! We ordered on Wednesday night which offers a special Italian preparation with a tomato reduction sauce. The pork itself is so tender you can cut it with a fork. It melts in your mouth. GO for the pork chop! It's marvelous.

    Context: I'm here in Dunedin to visit my sweet 88 yr old Mom and my dear Brother. Cafe Alfresco has…read morebeen their favorite restaurant for over a decade. My Brother lives in St Pete and takes our Mom to eat there or calls in for take-out at least 2-3 times per month. We arrived tonight (Thursday) around 7:45 PM to bypass the dinner rush. Walking in to be seated, I noticed several empty tables that had not yet been cleared with several people waiting outside to be seated. I was told "there will be at least a 10-15 minute wait, to give my name, and to wait outside." I thought maybe there were enough people waiting already to take up the empty tables, but that wasn't the case. We sat outside in the cold waiting and watching the guy stand at the bar doing nothing to help bus the empty tables, some of which were right by the window. After 15 minutes or more, we were finally called in last walking by the same uncleared tables, led to another table as the table cloth was being placed on it, no menus, no apology for the extra long (unnecessary) wait outside in the cold. When we finally placed our order, we waited some more. Finally our server said "there was a mix up and our order had not gone through." When Mom's favorite seared salmon finally arrived, it was dry and overcooked. I have never written a bad review on Yelp in my life. But, I hated to see my precious Mom & Brother treated this way. Loyal customers should not be taken for granted.

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    Blackened chicken walnut salad
    Blackened chicken walnut salad
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    The Thirsty Marlin

    The Thirsty Marlin

    3.9
    (679 reviews)
    4.8 mi
    $$

    Predatory worker compensation structure - Be aware…read more We recently dined here and noticed the tabletop signs explaining a mandatory 20% "commission" added to every single bill. When speaking with our server, she informed us that management classifies the waitstaff as 1099 independent contractors, meaning they receive a $0 hourly base rate from the restaurant and rely entirely on this mandatory guest fee for their paycheck.I have a physical copy of the check showing this automatic fee. While the sign claims this "supports our team," classifying standard restaurant servers as 1099 workers instead of W-2 employees is a massive red flag that contradicts federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines. Independent contractors set their own hours and operations; servers do not. Furthermore, a restaurant cannot legally leave a server's direct hourly base wage at zero by relying entirely on automatic service fees.We love supporting local staff, but we want our money going to businesses that respect basic labor laws and compensate their employees legally. Hopefully, public pressure will force management to fix their payroll structure. The server said the restaurant was on the verge of bankruptcy and had to make changes. Sadly they chose to break the law. On that note the service was lovely, the food very tasty. I asked to sub corn for flour tortias and she was able. We don't directly live in the area, and its been a while since we've been here. Its always good, with good portions and not a chain. Its so unfortunate.

    This place is absolutely adorable…read more I think this street is the perfect place to hit up a couple restaurants for a progressive dinner. A lot of the restaurants are closed for lunch though, which is how we ended up here. It's a lot larger than it looks. There's a really cute covered outdoors area in the back with a stage for performances. There were only a few diners there for lunch on a Friday so it was easy to grab a spot. I got a skinny strawberry margarita, it made me happy to see a skinny version of a flavored margarita on the menu. It has a sugar rim and was delicious. It's on the sweet side and I'd definitely get it again. I requested it without soda water. For my main I got the salmon bowl. I wouldn't get this again, but it's because the base is mainly fried wontons. I thought it would be a scattering of fried wontons but nope, it was a hefty portion. I didn't eat most of the fried wontons because I'm trying to be healthy. It's a delicious dish, just not for me. Service was great, but we were an easy table because we were chatting the entire time. I enjoyed our meal here, so we will definitely be back!

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    Thirsty Marlin bar
    Thirsty Marlin bar
    Smokin Fish Spread
    Smokin Fish Spread
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