We come in here for karaoke just about every Thursday, so much fun! Intriguing crowd- lots of…read morecharacters, cheap drinks, great bartenders, awesome DJ, never a dull moment. Mark the bouncer is a phenomenal person, give that man a raise! Old main is a fun time, every time.

Cheap drinks is about all this place has going for it. A younger crowd it attracts, so…read morealtercations are sure to ensue. The best hot dog vendor in Bradenton sets up shop just outside, so it has that going for it. No food served, so grandfathered smoking bar if you're into (or not) that. Women. Be prepared to be hit on and not always subtly...

I had never been until a friend challenged me that they have the best espresso martini and of…read morecourse it being called a tavern I did not believe her; however, she won the bet. Jake the bartender that afternoon made a wonderful espresso martini as well as a delicious lemon drop shot. He is a great bartender that I highly recommend. It is well lit during the day with a very long bar and plenty of comfy stools or tables and booths. I always thought of taverns as smelling like stale beer, but this one definitely did not. We very much enjoyed our time, company, and the drinks. I look forward to going back.

Had a good pizza here a few nights ago. Sauce was good and dough was good (thin crust). There was…read moreno service (had to order at the bar). Ambiance was ok for a bar.

I keep coming back to raise the stars. Service is good…read more Karaoke guy plays too much filler when people are waiting to simg.

The place is very cute. We drop by to check out the place had one drinks but it is totally…read moredifferent type of crowd that Normally prefer to be around.

An Applebee's, Chili's or Outback corporation wouldn't survive in downtown Bradenton. I will say…read morethat the historical neighborhood bar (est. 1946) has been very well supported by its patrons for decades and is a wonderful place to relax after work by its non-judgmental blue and white collar customers. I see new customers daily who then turn into "regulars". There is an enormous Yankee population who visit for several months of the year, all of which enjoy weekly Karaoke, live music, and charismatic bartenders. You won't find a $21 NY Strip at the Gator lounge; however their $6 large pepperoni pizza just hits the spot with a $1 draft beer while watching a ball game on one of the many flat screen TV's. The Gator owners and staff are a great team of sports fans, church goers, campers, who regularly hold fundraisers for the less fortunate. We (customers) love them.  We spend holidays, birthdays, weddings, together. The recently renovated Gator Lounge team has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for charity over the years. They have holiday meal gatherings; put together several times a charter bus for 80+ customers to attend the Tampa Bay Lightning hockey games. The Gator staff organized a "Bikes for Tikes" fundraiser last Christmas and through it's patrons and community raised, assembled, and distributed over 70 new bicycles to brighten Christmas day of some children. They've put together many parade floats for the customers to throw beads from, and so much more for the community. The Gator lounge is simply a tremendous team of wonderful loving people. I personally recomend everybody drop in for your favorite libation and a pizza, corndog, chicken wings etc. If you do, you will return again.  I've no doubt!!

It is always hot in the bar. The owner refuses to use the AC. The owner is extremely loud and talks…read moredown to his bartenders and fired one of his best bartender. Snicklefritz

Shannon was the best. We started out with the restaurant losing our reservation and being unable to…read moreaccommodate us (12 of us) on the roof. So we ended up downstairs. Shannon made the inconvenience worth it. She was attentive, pleasant, and made the evening very enjoyable. Hats off to Shannon. Thank you.

Love the atmosphere food and service. Rooftop is amazing scenery. Always a fun place to go with…read morefriends and family.

Here with hubby and a friend for the Pirate's Block Party...came in for a drink…read more Cool looking bar, pool table in the back and a band setting up in the front. Friendly bartender. Reasonably priced.

Great atmosphere. Live music…read more Friendly bartender (John). Cold drinks. Definitely recommend this joint!

I often forget that Willy-Yums is nearby. I left Manatee Memorial hospital after visiting a friend…read moreand decided to stop by. The people there are always friendly and helpful. I got a Chili cheese dog, a kraut dog with extra mustard and an order of fries plus a drink. All of that for only $10. Great place, great value. My only two minor critiques is that the hot dogs are on the thin side but very flavorful and the fries should be a little bit crispier. Other than that, I love this place.

Five stars for what it is, a delicious walk up hotdog window…read more I had a Chicago dog, a bacon macaroni and cheese dog and chili cheese fries. All yummy. Misty at the counter was very nice and personable and offered good suggestions for a first time customer. I think my favorite was the Chicago dog.

Neat! A must see for the downtown area. Fast service, cool…read moreDecor. (Obviously be ready for cigar smoke lol).

Great atmosphere and service, as well as a lot of locals that go here regularly so it's a nice…read moreplace to visit and meet other cigar at Santos and having a delicious drink.

Worst tacos in the area hands down. Guacamole was nasty as well. I've been to almost every place in…read morethe area a this is the priciest.

I had a pork tamale and it mast moist and flavorful and the green salsa ( I am a gringa sorry don't…read moreknow name of salsa) and it was nice and spicy Great place and girl at cashier was nice and helpful

Met up here with a friend to get a good burger. Found out it was trivia night. We had a great time…read more The trivia host was funny and personable. The other teams seemed like regulars. We were definitely the new guys. The food was delicious! Bar is limited but they do a good job with what they have and prices were reasonable for a mixed drink. Definitely a place for regulars, come be one!

Cute place, draft beer was out, but the vending machine was hysterical. A quick must see!read more