A nice, casual, and easy spot to come for happy hour and a bite to eat! We've came several times…read moreand have had great experiences and enjoyed all of the food we've ordered. The menu is more 'bar food', seafood, and beers kind of spot. It's easy going. I love that it's on the water, the open tiki bar, fire pits, and live entertainment. I also appreciate its new and very clean. Service has always been super nice too!

A group of 8 of us came in for an early dinner. WJ's is right along the Manatee River. It has…read moregreat views of the water and the 75 bridge. It's a large place with a lot of outdoor space including a large outdoor bar as well. Since we wanted to enjoy the view, we decided to sit outside on the deck. Since it was early, we were the only ones outside. The music was really loud; so loud we had to shout, so we asked if it could be turned down. The manager agreed and it was turned down. A little. We still had to shout a bit to talk with each other, so we asked again, but they wouldn't turn it down any more. So, not very nice for us, the only customers on the deck. Our waitress was hustling, perhaps she had too many tables assigned to her. I had the Jambalaya, which was OK, not great. It seems like the ingredients were cheap. Don't think we'll be back.

A seat yourself type of establishment, this laid back river view restaurant gives all of the…read moreFlorida vibes! With live music, seating might be hard to find, but there is lots of it if you keep walking through to the back, closer to the river. We found a table toward the river as a family was getting up. The busser cleaned off the table quickly and we had some menus in no time. Our waitress was great- super efficient. I had the grouper bites with coleslaw and fries. The grouper bites were so tender and cooked perfectly, with the batter having the perfect fry/ crisp! The fries seemed battered too and they were delicious as well! We ended with a sliced of peanut butter pie and it was to die for! Soon after we arrived, a live cover band started playing and it made our Friday night!

Fun Place to take people that are new or visiting, very cute vibes. Go when it's nice outside so…read moreyou can enjoy the river and the views! I ordered a weekly special - it was a bbq brisket cheddar melt, it was ok, nothing I would say is different from anywhere else, I also got an order of calamari, basic frozen stuff. Good music! Seems to get busy for their live music nights! Service, Food were basic

Very nice casual place outside the pool area with a menu that has a lot of options & friendly…read moreservice. This place is open to the public......for now. We've enjoyed the crudite, salads, etc. Everything has been pretty good. They have heaters for when it gets cold out & no mosquitos!

Food was delicious. I had the taco dish. It was nice they had an option that could be vegan. The…read moreservice was great! Our server was so personable. The ambiance of the restaurant was very chill, warm and relaxing.

This is a beautiful fun spot, located on the water with great views. A great place to have drinks…read moreand food while watching the sunset. There is a lot of seating. Drinks and food are good but can take some time to order and recieve. Despite that, this is a must in Sarasota!

This is such a fun spot with amazing frozen drinks and food. We had the Elvis (peanut butter and…read morebanana) and mud slides and wow so delicious. The outdoor spot is cute and they had great music playing. We ate around the bar which had more shade, great staff too. We loved the buffalo cauliflower and sloppy Joe was perfect texture and flavor. Rueben was solid with plenty of meat and sauce. The area around this spot is so fun with lots of art to look at. The cute little green space out front had corn hole and seats. Would definitely recommend checking this spot out in Sarasota!

I'm giving 4 stars because it's new and I'm giving some of the missteps a pass…read more Over all the food was good but could improve. Will add more when I try again

Someone mentioned in another review that The Barrel Room is a hidden gem--and they weren't kidding…read more From the moment you walk in, the beautifully decorated interior stands out. It feels luxurious yet totally relaxed--perfect whether you're in the mood for a casual drink or a full dinner. The bartenders were not only fun and welcoming, but also clearly passionate about what they do. They were eager to mix up creative drinks and make recommendations, which added a lot to the experience. I came in for dinner and was pleasantly surprised by the quality and variety on the menu. Whether you're craving a sandwich or a filet, there's something for everyone. The food was delicious, and the prices were incredibly fair--especially for the level of service and atmosphere. Same goes for the drinks and wine list--great options, all reasonably priced. I'll definitely be coming back again and again!

Interesting hidden speakeasy upstairs in Agave Bandito. Opens at 5 pm. Great tiki decor with some…read morenice seating areas. Four of us went there for a cocktail before dinner. I enjoyed my bourbon drink - Soldier in the Sun. My husband had the Aztec Goddess - he enjoyed it although it was a little sweet for him. My friend had the bartender make her a custom drink. The drinks were all $15 but it you want to make your own drink or just have a rocks drink, they charge a lot of $ & don't give you a great pour (only 1 1/4 oz). That is why I took a star off this review. No food available in the speakeasy or children.

Cool vibe and drinks. Great ending to a dinner downstairs. Loved the Stashed Fortune drink in a…read moretreasure chest. The unboxing was an experience.

Tyler is a wonderful bartender! Thank you for an amazing experience! Will definitely come back!read more

Florida's first tiki hut and still going. The drinks are strong and lovely. We were there for the…read moredrag Bingo with Georgia Moore. Such an amazing night of fun, cheer and laughter!!! The bartenders were great anf the atmosphere the best!

Originally my group waited much too long at Anna Maria Oyster Bar, finally giving up and going…read moreelsewhere. I'm so glad we did. A short drive over the bridge took us to Swordfish Grill. Upon arrival we opted to sit inside, due to there being a wait for the patio. A spacious booth right across from the kitchen ended up being just fine. More scenic if you sit outside, though. The Ahi Tuna Nachos (substantial portion), Fried Green Tomatoes (perfectly seasoned), and potato salad side (slightly sweet) were all delicious. I wouldn't order the Bacon Wrapped Scallops again, though, simply because I don't think what you get is worth the price. I had to go with one of their "Catch of the Day" options since the seafood is locally sourced. Only wish I had ordered the tripletail grilled rather than blackened so I could truly appreciate the pure flavor of the filet, but it was still really good. Our server was a pro, providing worthwhile recommendations, attentive service and a cheery disposition. The entire experience was sublime.

Ordered a blackened grouper Ruben which was a little soggy and I could not taste that it was…read moreblackened. Otherwise good. The Pineapple slaw was room temperature vs chilled but again otherwise ok. Great Marina views!! Service was ok.

What a DOPE, PIRATE THEMED, speakeasy to go to grab some delicious drinks! Totally blown away!…read more Tucked, downtown Tampa you enter through a secret bookcase door and you enter a very low key pirate bar! Lighting is dim, which is part of the concept. (Auto flash is needed for pics) The joint, is VERY CLEAN! The staff is awesome and very attentive! They understand process. The drinks are SOOO WELL MADE! I had a Zombie as my first drink, and it is very well presented and STRONG! I prefer,my first drink at an establishment to be strong cause then I can lighten it up later. Then I had a Rum Barrel, not as strong, but well presented and delicious! Note: Prices for drinks are worth every dime! They have a small food menu, but everything on the menu looked delicious, but I did not eat there. This speakeasy is attached to a British pub which I went for food after. (Review to come) All-in-all great spot to come and have a drink you are well treated, appreciated and just a fun experience! I will DEFINITELY come back here for a delicious drink and DEFINITELY will try something off the food menu. I'll just make sure next time I won't go there after a big breakfast lol! Five stars alllllll day long!!!

The atmosphere alone was amazing! It's like the bottom of a pirate ‍ ship! The decor is perfect for…read moresetting the tone. The drinks are very unique and flavorful. We stopped in one evening after dinner for drinks and conversation. Get there early because it gets busy quickly. We got there about 8pm and found a table but within an hour or so the place was packed. Highly recommended for a drink or two.

The bar on top no good. Service sucked forgot everything. They seemed high and they have a 20%…read moreservice charge. Which is why the service doesn't matter they're getting paid anyways. The incentive for good service is gone.

We visited Pier Teaki when we explored downtown St. Petersburg on Wednesday. We parked our car on…read morethe street and took the free shuttle to the pier. Located on the fourth floor of the Pier Point structure, Pier Teaki offers a fantastic waterfront setting with beautiful views. We hurried into Pier Teaki because a thunderstorm was expected to arrive within an hour. Luckily, we found a cozy cabana where we could relax while watching the dark clouds roll in. For drinks, we ordered the NA Piña Colada ($9) and the NA Passionate Pineapple ($9). Both were refreshing, flavorful, and excellent non-alcoholic choices. We also shared the Dip Trio ($14), which was absolutely delicious and paired perfectly with the drinks. The service was friendly and attentive. The atmosphere was incredibly relaxing! it was the perfect place to unwind, enjoy the ocean breeze, and take in the waterfront views. In the end, the strong winds pushed the storm clouds away, and it never rained after all. We had a wonderful experience at Pier Teaki and would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting downtown St. Petersburg.