Food was delicious. We got hungry after family pictures at the beach. We had spectacular service from a nice lady that kept our drinks full and had a smile on her face. She interacted with my toddlers... That goes a long way. The food came out hot and tasty. Bathrooms were clean.
The TV's were viewable from every seat. I definitely will return to eat and drink here again when in Bradenton. We take annual vacations to this area.
The place had a fantastic vibe in my perspective. My daughters wanted to eat here every night of vacation.
Respectfully,
Bryan
Oklahoma City
We came to the area for a vacation, and R.J Gators is close to where we are staying. We stopped in for dinner and were immediately greeted by our AMAZING waitress, Angela! She's truly an asset to this great restaurant. She made our dining experience awesome. Even though she was busy, she took time, multiple times, to chat and give us some great ideas and tips to go exploring in the area. She was never without a smile and truly a gem. She was kind, attentive, and funny! Food was tasty, especially the Pretzel bites and my Mahi Mahi sandwich. We would be certain to return should we come back on another vacation. Thank you, Angela, for making our dinner top tier!
After my girlfriend and I got done reading the reviews we came in and ate dinner. The service like we read was
excellent!! We had a server named
Holey and she was a delight to have as our waitress!! The food is absolutely to die for!! My son who is one of the pickiest eaters I have ever met said this was some of the best if not the best wings he has ever had!! The sandwiches and appetizers came out quite quickly even though the place seemed quite busy. To the management, well done and you will definitely have us as returning customers every time we come back into town!! Absolutely wonderful experience!!
A Pleasurable Dining Experience at R.J. Gator’s Restaurant in Bradenton, FL
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
We just went to visit to R.J. Gator’s Restaurant in Bradenton, FL and was an overall pleasurable dining experience. From the moment we stepped in, I was captivated by the restaurant’s neat and inviting atmosphere, accompanied by an awesome menu that delighted my taste buds.
R.J.’s has done an exceptional job in creating a welcoming environment. The restaurant was clean, and the tastefully neat decor contributed to a cozy and comfortable ambiance. I found myself instantly relaxed and ready to enjoy a fantastic meal.
Speaking of the menu, R.J.’s certainly knows how to impress. The array of options available was remarkable, showcasing a diverse range of culinary delights. I was delighted to find both familiar favorites and unique dishes that piqued my curiosity. Each bite I took was a testament to the chef’s skill and dedication, as the food was undeniably yummy.
In addition to the delectable flavors, Gator’s also excelled in providing reasonable prices and generous portions. I felt that the value for money was excellent, and the portion sizes were more than satisfactory. It was evident that R. J.’s takes pride in ensuring their customers are satisfied both in terms of taste and quantity.
While my experience was largely positive, I did encounter a minor setback with the service. The waitress seemed slightly inattentive during my visit, which occasionally required me to seek her attention multiple times. However, this did not overshadow the overall excellence of the restaurant.
In conclusion, Gator’s Restaurant in Bradenton, FL offers a delightful dining experience. The neat atmosphere, awesome menu, and delicious food combine to create a memorable visit. Despite a minor issue with the service, I wholeheartedly recommend here for anyone seeking a satisfying meal in a cozy setting!!
RJ Gator’s had a great selection of food, but I ultimately went with the Gulf Coast Bucket. The clam strips paired perfectly with the white fish, and the shrimp was crisp and crunchy! The dessert and alcohol choices were good too, I shared a Gazookie with a group, and it really rounded out the whole meal. As for the liquor, the Swamp Juice is my pick along with the Mojitos.
Our server Kam was excellent and really made our night, highly recommend him! They do trivia on Thursdays too which when we visited, and we had a blast!
If you love seafood and getting a little sloshed, then RJ Gators is the spot to be!
Food was great, the fries are excellent! The prime rib sandwich special was very good. The kids enjoyed their burger and their chicken strips. Fish sandwich was really awesome. One of the better Cuban sandwiches I've had in a long time. The only thing we didn't really like was the coleslaw. It is very vinegar forward, I prefer more of a creamy coleslaw. Server was on point, kind and had answered all of our questions. Definitely will be back when we're in the area.
Seeing this is our third time coming I thought the food would be a little better. The fettuccine alfredo came out dry I had to ask for extra sauce. The broccoli was ordered well done but it came out warm and crunchy. The server did his best.
WOW 👏 I didn't exactly know what to expect, but we were pleased 😀. Some good friends wanted to try it, so we gave it a shot, glad we did. We were all happy with the environment, food, and service. Their prices were more than reasonable for the portions and taste. The main entrees were all delicious and cooked to perfection, and the sides were very well prepared as well. The portions were good sized, and we couldn't finish them. As for the service, the waitress was excellent and personable. This is a place worthy of trying. We will definitely return.
What a lovely experience with friends 🤩 this was my first visit there and also first time trying gator 🐊😉 the food was amazing and the atmosphere and crowd was great too. I guess it was trivia night when I went there and we had good fun 🤩 highly recommend this place for a good meal with friends.
Good restaurant to enjoy good food. Things look a little dated and worn but the restaurant was clean.
I am allergic to shellfish and crustaceans so I had a limited amount of food to order. Because I was told that they fry the shellfish and crustaceans and the same oil as everything else. That was a bit of a disappointment for me.
I got their own burger day which was nice because the burgers were cheaper that day. I ordered a bacon cheeseburger which what's cook nicely and it was tasty. I order coleslaw for my side because I could not eat the french fries.
My partner she had a veggie burger where she said was very good. A side of plantains which she said was delicious.
Even though it was busy. The wait staff was very attentive . Food was well made and presented
They have kitschy themed decor that is super fun and a menu with interesting choices. I had the jerk shrimp bowl and it was divine. I would definitely come back. My coworker had the stuffed grouper and it looked so good. She loved it. We also split the corn dip which was very good. There were several things I wanted to try but I'd probably get the jerk shrimp bowl again because I'll be thinking about it for awhile. Yum.
Not from the area but decided to give this place a try to hopefully catch some football with a large group. They were able to seat us quickly after calling ahead and handled our large group of adults and kids flawlessly. Food was good and drinks were never empty. Great value for the price. Service was outstanding.
I come here 5 days a week and I absolutely love and have the most fun when James and Trever are working together at the bar! Don’t get me wrong. Korri is good and so is Rachel. But Jay and T are so funny and entertaining while they’re doing their job. There’s such a great team everyone here is nice the food is amazing shout out to my boys!
More of a sports bar vibe in a family service venue. Portions are good, menu is pretty good too... try the crab cakes they are awesome and so is their rice and black beans combo. The grouper was very tender and tasty.
Great food and it was enough for me to have a Togo box. Bloody Marys were spicy just how I prefer them. Service was awesome we had a party of six and our waitress was very attentive.
I was a little scared to come in here lol not knowing what I would get BUT it was decent actually.
Our waitress was Lexy…very nice lady.
The food was good.
I had seafood platter I believe… fish 🐠 and shrimp 🦐 with mashed potatoes and my guy had salmon 🍣 with rice, broccoli and black beans.
I also tried their fried gator. Now listen, I don’t like it. I don’t like gator 🐊 but I know whoever do would like theirs because it wasn’t nasty…just I don’t like the texture of the meat.
Also the environment would be better with some 🎶
Best sports bar/restaurant by far in Bradenton. Wings are the best. Great menu. Trivia, Bingo & Music trivia are fun nights with Zipp hosting. Bartenders Rachel, James & Trevor never miss a beat. Locally owned and operated for ten years. My “go to” place. Kinda like Cheers where everybody knows your name.
The food was good but the atmosphere wasn't great and the service was just ok; nothing special. The Havana Banana Bowl was tasty without being too spicy (it's jerk style). I had it with shrimp and there were plenty in the dish. My wife had the Argentine Shrimp and said it was a good dish. So we were satisfied overall but I don't know if we'd be drawn back for any reason in particular.
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