Most fabulous burgers, it's a mouth explosion of beefy hot juicy goodness. Unique signature…read moreburgers, salads, vegan burger and more. Super nice people as well. He's got the formula. You have to try it. :)

Awesome food and great service. Ordered the Venezuelan and the veggie (with grilled chicken) both…read moresandwiches were delicious. Will definitely be back to try all the other burgers.

We stopped by Coastal Smash for a late lunch and were glad we did. Since it's co-located with Sun…read moreLab Brewing, we ordered at the food truck and grabbed a table inside while we waited. The staff was friendly, and they brought our food right to our table. I ordered the Haystack Double with fries, described as two fresh 3-ounce beef patties with American cheese, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, grilled onions, pickles, special sauce, and a toasted brioche bun. It arrived hot and fresh with perfectly crispy smashed patties and plenty of flavor. The fries were hot, crispy, and seasoned just right. Great food, friendly service, and a convenient setup. We'll definitely be back.

Amazing burgers and super funny and nice workers! We ordered two burgers and ended up ordering…read moreanother burger bc it was so good! Large portions- burger and fries! Love this place :) definitely visit!

I went on a Monday and took advantage of their $6.95 cheeseburger special. First and a burger with…read morethe fixings. Not a bad price. Sadly, it wasn't a full size burger. It was over cooked. The fries are barley passable. The service was fine. The menu varried enough. It was a food quality issue. When I am asked if I want pink I my burger and I say yes, having a burger that is closer to well than medium just isn't acceptable. (I was starving, ate what I was served. Didn't think after giving instructions once they would get it rightva second time) The beverages were cold. The tvs were showing the world cup. I'd go back, just not on a Monday for a burger.

Food was good and service was fast…read more The happy hour margaritas were also really good. There isn't a parking lot but you can find street parking around. Everyone was really nice. The fries are a little weird but evert thing else was good. We went to another location before and felt like their menu was larger but it might have been the time of the day

This restaurant has an interesting decor, particularly if you are a car enthusiast. The windows…read moreare garage doors, there is an antique car (real or replica?) suspended from the ceiling and the bars have a blue glow. Even the napkin rings are car parts like a hose pipe connector. The theme is clever and well done. There are large TVs with various sports channels mounted around the perimeter. Even with the TVs muted, the restaurant was quite loud with the hard surfaces echoing the sound. The service was friendly, quick and attentive. Our waitress checked back several times to see if we needed anything. My husband ordered a basic cheeseburger with kettle chips. They cleverly brand their logo into the top bun which was a nice touch, keeping with the theme. He thought his burger was excellent. A table near us had ordered the ribs which looked very tempting. On to my meal. When I go to a restaurant, I really appreciate--and usually expect-- freshly made food with fresh ingredients. I cook fresh ingredients at home and don't like being served pre-made frozen food when I eat out. My meal was a bit disappointing. I was in the mood for soup and salad. I ordered the garden salad with strawberry vinaigrette which was excellent. I appreciated the extended list of unusual dressings and was not disappointed with this simple, fresh selection. I also ordered the onion soup which came with a nice helping of melted mozzarella cheese. I prefer a Swiss / gruyere combo on my onion soup but the menu clearly stated it was served with mozzarella so I accepted this second best preparation. The cheese topping was good but I was very disappointed with the broth. The broth tasted like it was a commercial canned or bullion base. The flavor got stronger as I reached the bottom of the bowl so I suspect a bullion that settled over the course of the meal and created a strong, somewhat over-powering flavor. I also ordered a side of onion rings. I enjoy fresh, thick cut onion rings that are hand battered and deep fried. The type where you take a bite and hot, fresh onion slides into your mouth with some of the crunchy coating. That is not the type of onion rings served at Ford's Garage. These were the frozen, dump them in a fryer like McDonald's fries, type onion rings. You can probably get them at Costco. We will visit this restaurant again and I'll see if I agree with my husband's "great burger" assessment. I'll let you know.

Really cool restaurant with super cool aesthetic!…read more I had never been to one of these restaurants before and got to go for my birthday and was pleasantly surprised by how cool it is! It was busy and can definitely get busy so the wait time was about 20 min but they text you when they are ready for you! Once seated we got immediately served with drinks and had plenty of time to look at the menu and got recommendations as well! I ordered the all American burger, and my boyfriend bought the estate burger. We also paired it with some onion rings and some drinks! Everything came out in maybe about less than 20 minutes and was cooked perfectly and so delicious! The burger was cooked exactly as I wanted and so juicy! The onion rings were also so good especially with the sauce! Our server was amazing and always checked in on us to make sure we were cared for. Everything was amazing and I would love to come back!

Very very good burgers. The food is well seasoned, and the menu is thought through. I highly…read morerecommend the voodoo and the coleslaw. The food is always hot and the beer is always cold. Amanda is the very best! Even in the busiest times, Amanda makes you feel like she is YOUR server. The whole place is very clean, and is decorated as a bar should be. The dollar bills all over the walls are from people who have gone in there and had a great time, it's amazing to see so many of them all over showing their supporting customers. The music is always light and fun, never too loud. SOB burgers forever!

We stopped in for an early dinner. I was, of course, thinking burger, and they offer a nice list…read moreof burger choices. I generally like ordering food that is named after the restaurant, thinking it's an item they are particularly proud of. It wasn't hard for me to decide to select their The S.O.B., a smoked bacon and blue cheese sandwich. In under 10 minutes our food arrived, and it was super good. With a brioche bun and all the toppings this was a tall burger. While I tried their natural cut fries from another plate, very good, I had ordered their coleslaw. That was an outstanding side with red cabbage, a bit tropical, a bit sweet. Service was wonderful, she was friendly and willing to chat while it wasn't busy, and did an excellent job with drink refills and handling the check stuff. They do have a service charge for using a credit card but that was easily removed when I paid with cash. The décor was rich, in that the walls were covered with $1 bills. Gives the place character.

This part is not their fault, but there were sooooo many "love bugs" at their entrance. I could not…read morestand out there without freaking out. Once our large group was seated, there were fans around us, so the bugs went away. I am from California, so I am not used to good service lol, so I was pleasantly surprised with all the "Yes ma'am," "Thank you, ma'am," etc. The server was nice and a total trooper with the number of people he had to keep track of because we all had separate checks. He did an amazing job, and we were extremely grateful. I tried their Housemade Crab Dip, and it was delicious. It was a great portion, really creamy, and well seasoned. For my meal, I had the Admiral's Platter. Everything was delicious, not too oily, and I loved the dipping sauces that came with it. Overall, it was a great experience with great service. If I'm ever back in Sarasota, I would love to come back.

We were very disappointed with our food. This place is missing an opportunity to be a great…read morevacation dining spot. First, we'll start with the good. The location is amazing. We sat on the water and enjoyed a beautiful view. The decor and atmosphere is beachy and relaxing. The cocktails were good. The parking is convenient. The bad part that made it disappointing. The food was not great. My grouper sandwich was fair. It was kinda bland. The slaw was dry. The fish and chips was odd. The fries were decent. The fish was inside a very thick coating of batter. The crab legs were good. The coconut shrimp were good but too heavily battered. The green beans on the side were totally unseasoned. The worst was the chicken sandwich. It was tasteless with a a thick greasy batter. It was bad. Once we decided to send it back our server took forever to return to table to check on us. We were mid meal before we checked on. My daughter decided to pickup something else at a different restaurant after we left. How do you mess up a chicken sandwich? Unless you are just coming in for drinks(or crab legs) I would recommend a different choice of restaurant. The view adds one star to the rating.

This place was great. Food was awesome and service was even better. The place had pictures and…read moreChicago things all over inside. Will definitely be coming back.

Had a chili dog here- outstanding with cheese, chili and onion. The accompanying fries were some…read moreof the best I have tasted( secret is removing starch and then cooking them). Overall, a worthwhile find that will be repeated next time I am in the area. Friendly service and very clean- Go Bears, Sox, Cubs and Blackhawks- everything inside is Second City related.

Ordered the hot sandwich (base heat), chicken tenders and wings (mild heat)…read more Everything is freshly made. The sandwich was good, but I should have ordered the after burner because the base wasn't spicy at all. Tenders and wings are cooked well. I wasn't a fan of the sauce. I can't describe why, but it just didn't wow me (but it didn't gross me out either). Service was friendly. Seating at a table is tough.

This one bummed me out. I'm a huge fan of hot chicken, so I was really looking forward to trying…read morethis restaurant and the pics looked delicious. Unfortunately, I either tried it on a really off day or my taste buds just weren't in it. I tried the hot chicken tenders, but they were like chewing through pieces of steak that had been cooked too long. Very tough and dry. The sauce surprised me, but not in a bad way. It has a really sweet base coat and then hot top coat. At first I wasn't sure if I liked it or not, but I think I did. Haha. My husband had a sandwich and thought it was good; he didn't share a bite though. I really enjoyed their french fries, Which is slightly unusual for me to comment on. There was a powder dusting on something sprinkled on them, and it was really evenly dispersed and tasty. Maybe I'll try this place again and see if the main entree disappointment was a fluke. If so, I'll update then....

We came in here for dinner while on vacation. My son has eaten here before as they have many vegan…read moreoptions. We came during happy hour (tappy hour) so I enjoyed a $3.00 draft beer and sliders with pretzel bites appetizer. All reduced prices. The pretzel bites were actually 2 bites and I was only able to finish 1 slider and a couple bites of another of the 3. They were really good....I was just very full. My son had vegan fried chicken sandwich with a side of Mac and cheese. He never gets full but they succeeded in getting him there. The music was great, the service was exceptional. I would definitely eat here again.

is a laid-back, welcoming spot in Sarasota with a great indoor and outdoor dining space, ideal for…read moreeverything from happy hour to casual dinners. The staff is super friendly, though service can be a bit slow at times just something to keep in mind if you're in a rush. The food is flavorful and satisfying, with a menu that covers everything from classic pub bites to heartier entrées. One of the best times to visit? During the holidays, when the space transforms into a cozy winter wonderland, complete with festive decorations and seasonal charm. Holiday Pro Tip: Come during December to enjoy the decked-out décor and festive atmosphere - perfect for photos and good cheer. If you're looking for a relaxed bar and grill with personality in Sarasota, Tamiami Tap is a solid choice.

I'm slightly ashamed to admit that I've lived here for over a year and somehow completely slept on…read morethis place. Thanks to the recommendation of a total stranger, my husband and I finally checked it out earlier this week. Naturally, I had already done my due diligence by reading approximately 22 million Yelp reviews and looking at pics before walking in. I'd narrowed down my choices, but after chatting with our server, I went with the lobster burger. First of all- who decided to put the words lobster and burger together? It sounded confusing. And possibly unappetizing. Turns out, I owe whoever invented it an apology. The sweet server swiftly delivered a buttery brioche bun stuffed with big chunks of lobster, crisp lettuce, and a juicy tomato. I also requested a side of melted butter because...obviously. I feel like if there's lobster involved, melted butter is non-negotiable. Crispy fries rounded out the meal, and it was so ridiculously good that I pretty much unintentionally halted all dinner conversation to enjoy the party in my mouth. My husband ordered the ahi tacos with a side of duck fat fries. He inhaled every last bite of the tacos. They were piled high with fresh ahi and all the fixings, and the duck fat fries were rich and savory perfection- crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, exactly as fries should be. The restaurant itself is pretty small, with just a handful of tables inside plus some outdoor seating. I can definitely see this place being packed during peak hours and high season, so plan accordingly. We'll absolutely be back sooner than later.

Service was wonderful and attentive Great draft list (12…read morebeers on tap) I had a Michelob Amber Bock and a Czech Pilsner (both tasty) The food was very good. The duck fries were amazing and the Steakhouse burger was tasty. My lady had one of their island bowls with shrimp and she enjoyed it. I can't say anything negative about this place. If I want to nitpick the establishment is located inside a strip mall and wedged in the corner between Birkenstock and a cafe. It is very small with inside seating for approximately 20 people and has some outdoor space as well. All in all a great place and worth going to.