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    The Licking

    4.4 (7 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Amazing food and customer service. The fries were well seasoned and crispy and the chicken tenders were great overall would give it a 10/10

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    2 years ago

    Lady who is in front is always nice and smiling. Food is always fresh and tasting good!

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    2 years ago

    Great selection of soul food and more, I had the smothered turkey and it was great . That rainbow drink they have is the joint!

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    Rodbenders Raw Bar & Grill - Calamari

    Rodbenders Raw Bar & Grill

    3.7(308 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$

    Rodbenders is a great neighborhood bar & restaurant, great for locals looking to watch sports and…read moregrab a bite to eat. Our fried calamari tossed in a sweet Thai chili sauce was cooked perfectly with the right amount of flavoring. They also had a nice selection of craft draft beer & Surfside cans. Often bars only have the surfsides mixed with tea, but my girlfriend only drinks the lemonade ones, so she was a happy camper here! Staff was knowledgeable and welcoming, as were the patrons we shared the bar with.

    The service was friendly, but unfortunately not very attentive -- we didn't receive plates for our…read moreappetizers, and our table wasn't checked on throughout the meal. There was also a very loud, disruptive large party nearby who were screaming and using inappropriate language, and it didn't seem that anyone addressed it. We understand it was a Panthers game night, so we didn't expect complete quiet, but the level of disrespectful behavior made it hard to enjoy our evening. The food also wasn't what it used to be. We ordered the hogfish, but it didn't look, flake, or taste like hogfish at all -- it seemed more like swai. The margarita was another disappointment, tasting mostly like mix with barely any alcohol. Overall, it was a letdown compared to previous visits. Update: I read the owner's response, and it honestly reflects exactly why my experience was so disappointing. Instead of taking feedback seriously, the reply came across as dismissive and out of touch with what was happening in his own restaurant. If the owner "was there most of the evening," as he claims, that makes it even more concerning that he didn't notice the large party that everyone else around us found disruptive. A manager or owner should be checking on tables, paying attention to the environment, and stepping in when guests are uncomfortable -- not insisting nothing happened simply because he didn't see it. It's also disappointing that the response focused more on contradicting my experience than on improving service. A simple acknowledgment and a genuine desire to do better would have gone a long way. This kind of attitude explains exactly why the service and quality have declined over time.

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    Rodbenders Raw Bar & Grill - One of the dining rooms.

    One of the dining rooms.

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    Alaine's Osteria

    Alaine's Osteria

    4.5(444 reviews)
    3.9 mi
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    Everything went fantastic from the moment we arrived until we left the restaurant…read more We felt welcome as soon as the Maitre D greeted us at the entrance. The ambiance of the place is elegant yet relaxing, and it feels very welcoming. Our waiter, Mr. Carlos, and his assistant, Juju, were both very kind and friendly. We were seated in a very cozy corner, and our culinary experience began with the wine menu, dinner specials menu, and main menu being presented to us. There was a very extensive food selection, from appetizers and salads to main courses and dessert options. We took our time making the right selections for our appetizer, salad, and main course. The service was fast but never rushed between courses. We had the perfect amount of time to enjoy all of their delicacies. After enjoying this wonderful dining experience, we had the honor of meeting the owner, who introduced herself to us and wanted to know if everything had met our expectations. Her name is Marbella. What a joyful person she is. We told her that everything, including the service, had been excellent and that we definitely planned to visit again. We spoke for a while and learned that the chef, Mr. Gustavo, was also the owner and Marbella's husband. Several of their employees are family members, something I have always enjoyed about family restaurants. It makes you feel right at home. The whole experience was delightful, and we highly recommend it for romantic dinners or family gatherings. It's an amazing place to enjoy Italian food, steaks, lamb, and many other delicacies. I give it five stars. Thank you for making our first visit a wonderful one. Roberto Almeyda

    10/10 -- can't believe we've lived so close to this hidden gem for so long! We decided to try a new…read morelocal spot for date night and are so glad we did. The service, food, and atmosphere were all fantastic. The quality and portion sizes were absolutely worth it -- everything tasted incredibly fresh and arrived hot and perfectly prepared. From the owner to the staff, everyone was so friendly, attentive, and welcoming. We ordered the chicken parm and capellini with vodka sauce for our entrées, plus the mozzarella sticks for an appetizer -- all amazing. We already can't wait to come back and try more dishes. Definitely adding this place into our regular dinner rotation!

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    Alaine's Osteria - Bar Area and also dining area .

    Bar Area and also dining area .

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    The Licking - soulfood - Updated May 2026

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