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    The Tides Restaurant

    4.4 (360 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    THE TIDES RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Intimate
    Classy
    Good for groups

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    Potato crusted grouper
    Juliette L.

    We were visiting friends in Vero, and they took us to The Tides. I'm so glad we were able to get a reservation, they said it is a very popular spot and their favorite place to eat in town. The Tides is a cute, quaint atmosphere. Relaxed, yet upscale. Everyone was so friendly and the service was impeccable. All of the hostesses, bus boys and of course our waitress. I wish I got her name, she was so sweet, and very knowledgeable about all of the dishes. My husband and I shared the white wine mussel special as an app. The broth/sauce was to die for, I could have drank it. However, the mussels were very small, but that's just the way it is sometimes. For our mains, I got the potato crusted grouper, served with mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables. The grouper was cooked perfectly, so delicious, I would definitely get it again. My husband got the Swordfish special, and he thoroughly enjoyed his as well. The Swordfish was served over orzo and came with fresh veggies too. If you're looking for a nice place to eat in Vero, we highly recommend The Tides.

    Ahi tuna
    Homeyra K.

    This restaurant does get busy and reservation is recommended. The hostess was snappy when we showed up and had no reservation but did seat us inside. . It is quite cozy but does get loud . The food is really good and our waitress was nice. Quite a selection on the wine list as well.

    The veal chop, one of the daily featured entrees.
    Timothy S.

    The Tides arguably serves the finest cuisine in Vero Beach. On this particular evening we were celebrating my Mother's birthday and while ours' was a small group, it didn't compromise our capacity to "sample" a few different dishes. Instead of starting with their signature Pear Salad, I selected the mixed beet salad, it was outstanding. As my entree I selected the veal scallopini, it was exquisite. The service throughout our meal was impeccable, exactly what you would expect with a fine dining experience. The other item of note, and this has become a pet peeve of mine, too many restaurants today serve their food at a lukewarm temperature, not here at The Tides, everyone's meals were served piping hot, something that was very much appreciated.

    Pompano special.
    John G.

    Quaint little restaurant in Vero Beach. Absolutely first rate service. Each person in our party of six was delighted with their food. Excellent presentation and portions were generous. Even the side vegetables on the plate were just perfectly done. Got to plan ahead as reservations can be difficult to get. Parking is on the street. No lot. A bit expensive but worth the price.

    Berry and Beet Salad, Baked Oysters, Halibut over beans, Filet Mignon with onion strings
    ron b.

    Baked oysters were good... my Halibut was a little over cooked, while sauce was nice, with the bed of beans. Wife's Filet was cooked very well. Service was attentive.

    Ceviche ( spicy)!!!
    M S.

    Everything was perfect here-the staff-the owners-the decor-the service-the drinks-the food-the dessert-best meal in Vero Beach yet.

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    Julie F.

    We had a 5 star excellent dinner here. Service was wonderful -- thank you David -- as was the food. You could tell from the beginning that this was going to be great. The bread basket was wonderful -- coarse salted bread slices that were addictive along with sweet mini corn muffins and soft whipped butter. And they weren't stingy with the amount in the basket, either. We started by sharing a very good lightly dressed Caesar salad -- with added anchovies on the side. They even had no problem splitting the serving onto two plates in the kitchen. My main meal -- crispy duck -- was perfectly cooked and actually came with crispy skin as requested. One of the best I've ever had. I liked that they served the sauce -- an apricot orange one -- on the side so that the skin didn't get soggy. I loved my meal. My husband had their macadamia nut crusted snapper. He said the fish was lightly coated and flavorful. He also liked both the roasted potatoes and carrots that came with it. He was very pleased. We were too full for dessert, but we didn't miss it. We left the restaurant remarking on how wonderful everything was -- especially hard during a busy pre holiday period -- and how we would both highly recommend it.

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    Roy F.

    What a wonderful Thanksgiving Eve dining experience! David, our server was very helpful and pleasant. I ordered the Macadamia nut encrusted Snapper with roasted potatoes and carrots with broccoli. My wife ordered the Duck with apricot orange sauce, mashed potatoes, carrots and broccoli. My Snapper was cooked perfectly and tasted so good! My wife likes her Duck crispy, most places come close, but the kitchen got it perfect here! She was so impressed and enjoyed her dish so much, she said it was the Best Duck she's ever had! Thanks to everyone for such a great meal and experience!

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    Excellent Food! We had mussels and halibut. Cooked to perfection. The house bread was super tasty, too!

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    Excellent service and delicious food! Definitely a great place to celebrate our anniversary.

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    9 months ago

    Wonderful night! Bartender Amy(?) was a delight. Can hardly wait to go back. We sat at the bar and enjoyed it all.

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    Tides is always great atmosphere and dining experience. I cannot wait to see what the new location will bring.

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    Ask the Community - The Tides Restaurant

    Is it appropriate for small children?

    I've never taken children to this restaurant, but I have seen others that have. The menu strikes me as being a bit too sophisticated for children, but that's just an opinion of one.

    How is the dress code ? We didn't bring dressy clothes with us.

    No worries. No dress code but probably would frown on swimsuits and bare feet!

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    *INITIAL REVIEW*…read more Today, my family and I celebrated Mother's Day given the fact one of my sisters and I would be too busy to celebrate it on the actual day. Ergo, we made a trip down to Vero Beach and had fun at both McKee Botanical Gardens and the Vero Beach Museum of Art (VBMA), both which got stellar reviews by me in the past. In between both locales, we were hungry and needed to eat someplace local. I had some suggestions, but my mom was in the mood for seafood. As a suggestion from reviews, The Crab Stop of Vero Beach was ultimately decided upon. I have to say, I am happy this restaurant was suggested because it is very good. Even though an address is provided, The Crab Spot of Vero Beach (which I will shorthand simply to Crab Spot for the remainder of this review) is located on the southside of the entryway into Royal Palm Place, one of the many extensions leading out into the water near US-1, but this one is known for the Royal Palm Park at the end. Initial display, decor, and ambiance has the stereotypical local dive bar look with elements showcasing they specialize in seafood, and the little bits of rustic flaws adds a bit of character for what they are. I would not expect such a look for a high-end restaurant, but this works for a local place on the river. The chairs squeeked, the table wobbled a bit in which the waitress fixed with some coasters, and the plates were chipped. No problem at all. There was even outdoor seating in the back bar-style which gives you a nice view of the canal that leads to the river. It was high sun, so we opted for the air conditioning. Now we move on to the food. I have to say that the majority of our food was really good, and when you adjusted to what you are eating, it was top-notch. Key word, however, is the "majority." The good: the hush puppies basket as you get 10 hush puppies that are lightly-seasoned with 1000 island sauce. If you eat one, it is probable you might think it is light on seasoning. However, they are small and finishing all 10 won't be a problem. The flavor builds with each hush puppy, which was smartly done compared to what most seafood places do: give you like two to five hush puppies of large size and high flavoring. The wings, however, used a hot sauce that was mostly vinegar. This ruined the wings for me, and if my stepdad ordered 20, he'd be eating the majority of them. Everything else was top-notch and delicious. Altogether, my family ordered the Fish and Chips, Mahi Sandwich, Fried Catfish Sandwich, Sea Scallop Snack Pack, and the Crab Cake Dinner. Details for each dish in the pictures. On a sidenote, the restroom was okay as in clean and stocked, but not the best-looking restroom I seen. Maybe the "character" could have not be extended to the restroom. Ultimately, I am giving Crab Stop four out of five stars. I do enjoy a good "mom n' pop" place as I prefer to support local and small, but since this is the only time I went, I can't justify a five-star rating until they prove to be consistent. I will be back as there is another park just south of this business that has geocaches that need to be found AND I may also try to hide a traditional letterbox here. But take note for a local seafood stop, this place is good to go.

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    Fantastic ocean front experience with great food and a fun atmosphere. Drinks are fantastic and…read morethere's often live music. Staff is very welcoming. Full and Total Endorsement

    Waldo's was, unfortunately, a frustrating experience from start to finish. From the moment we sat…read moredown, the service set the tone in the worst way. Our waiter came across as both rude and inattentive, making us feel more like an inconvenience than paying customers. Basic requests felt like a burden to her, and her attitude only added to the discomfort of the evening. What made matters worse was the restaurant's refusal to close the door, despite strong, freezing winds blowing directly into the dining area. It was genuinely uncomfortable to sit there, and rather than addressing the issue, the staff seemed completely unconcerned. One member of our party actually had to wrap themselves in a blanket just to stay warm, which is something you would never expect to deal with while dining out. As for the food, it didn't justify the price point at all. Everything was noticeably overpriced for what you receive, especially considering the lack of care in both service and atmosphere. When you combine the poor service, uncomfortable environment, and inflated prices, it's hard to find any reason to return. Overall, Waldo's missed the mark in nearly every category. Dining out should be an enjoyable experience, but this was anything but.

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    Bobby's Restaurant & Lounge

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    3.4(291 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Stopped at Bobby's on a Sunday for a bite around 2pm. The ambiance was casual and the place looked,…read moreI'm assuming, just how it must have in the 1970s. The lounge, located in a separate room, was standing room only. The average age of the crowd was in their mid-60s or 70s, which is likely more typical of Vero Beach than Bobby's in general. We ordered a few things to try including a fried grouper sandwich, a cheeseburger and an order of ribs off the appetizer menu. The grouper was lacking in flavor, but was hot and fresh. The ribs were "fall off the bone" and actually decent. The burger was probably the best of the 3, it wasn't bad at all. Service was fast and she was pleasant. We didn't have to ask twice for anything. One thing I will note, the men's room was dirty, similar to a dive bar's bathroom. Maybe because the place is old and in need of an update but it made me wonder if other parts of the establishment were unclean.

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    Bobby's Restaurant & Lounge - Blackened, grouper, lightly string beans needed to be cooked a little bit more

    Blackened, grouper, lightly string beans needed to be cooked a little bit more

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    The Tides Restaurant - seafood - Updated June 2026

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