The Floridian Restaurant

Chilled here for 3 days last year. Casual spot blending Southern and coastal flavors. Shrimp and grits here hit the comfort-food sweet spot.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Love this place… as a local we have been coming here for years…but tonight we are VERY frustrated and disappointed with them! We were out and about for a birthday celebration and I enthusiastically recommended to our group to eat here. We called, put our name in, and rearranged for everyone to meet there for dinner.

NEVER, not at any point did they tell us that their name has changed AND that they have moved to a new location! It’s a recent change and move… ZERO checking to make sure we knew about these changes!!

So, after everyone had paid for parking and walked to the restaurant, then, and only then, did we discover that their old location is gone and that they have moved… and not within walking distance of their old location. Our entire evening plans were almost ruined and we had to suddenly regroup and find another place to eat! VERY disappointed! I was embarrassed because as the local I had so enthusiastically recommended eating here!

I think they have become lazy and highly dependent on the tourists… and have COMPLETELY forgotten the locals. I say this because I noticed that they NEVER respond to reviews… good or bad!! NADA!

Buy the cuban!

Well I just saw they’re opening a new Floridian over the bridge. That’s great news because I love this place. Whenever we pass through from Bradenton to Kentucky, this is a must go-to restaurant for us. Y’all capture “Southern” very well in what you do with food. I can’t wait to check out Bea’s All Day Cafe as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Came across this place by accident. There was a giant selection of gluten free food and vegetarian. I was not a fan of the veggie burger but that was a personal preference. The homemade chips were delicious! The staff was super friendly. It was very clean and seating inside.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food here is extremely amazing plus the service is always on point! I have gone for anniversary dinners and for lunch and both experiences have been great! Fried green tomatoes are a must! Sandwiches, grits, shrimp po boy are other items to consider.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Very tasty food, friendly service.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 4

This restaurant has an adorable little courtyard oasis. It's off the beaten path, but worth the search! The food is absolutely delicious and the staff was wonderful!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This restaurant never fails to impress! The menu items are imaginative and delicious. I appreciate the wide variety of gluten-free options.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This place was a recommendation from a friend so we had to try it out. We (wife and I) went for lunch. Split the fried pork belly for the app. AMAZING. We then split the meat loaf sandwich. This was also AMAZING. We barely finished the meal. Extremely fair pricing for the food, service, location, atmosphere. Will definitely go back. They are going to be moving locations.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We only came for a drink and small plate but it was delicious. My husband had the blueberry ale and it was very refreshing and good. We had the biscuits and belly small plate and pork belly was so tender and biscuits were dense but in the best way. It paired perfectly together and was delicious!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

As a picky eater I didn’t think I would like anything but after we got the food….OMG. For our appatizer we got a “Biscuits and Belly” it was so good. Then I got the shrimp and I never really order shrimp and it was the BEST! Five stars totally recommended😀.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Love this place.
Great food & service

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

They have gluten free options! But NOT a dedicated fryer. The biscuit and pork belly was gf and amazing. Kids meals are very very small portions. Parking is scarce but overall good experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 3

Nice little place and amazing food. It has vegan and dairy free options for anyone who needs those options. We went on the weekend, so a little busy. But that didn't slow them down for getting our food out to us in a timely manner. Wonderful, friendly staff. Highly recommend if you like to try different twists on some yummy food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5