Thirsty Gator

3040 N Goldenrod Rd, Winter Park
(407) 678-0148

Recent Reviews

Danielle Walsh (Danielle26x)

Our first visit , but I’m sure we will be back. Came for the oysters and they did not disappoint! Sat at the bar, friendly bar service and another bar patron bought us all a round! Would recommend definitely and if you’re looking for good oysters, come here!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Fresh Oysters

John Kurpetski

Tim is the best!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fresh Oysters, Dozen Oysters on the Half Shell, Rock Shrimp, Seafood

John Mays

A Orlando best kept secret. Unassuming exterior with bar like interior. You wouldn't think they have great oysters, wings and Rock Shrimp. Their wings are convection oven prepared and finished. So, delish. Tim, the owner, is super nice and he may cook your order or shuck your oysters.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Fresh Oysters, Chicken Wings, Steamed Oysters, Gulf Shrimp, Rock Shrimp

Brent Clark

I’ve gone in Florida State gear and always feel welcome. Tim, the owner is cool as they come. Atmosphere is great, sit at the bar and enjoy fresh shucked oysters with all the

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Reginald H.

As a Gator alum living in Orlando, this is a hidden gem! Immediately upon walking in you know you can get any Gator event put on TV. They also have great dart boards and a pool table to keep you entertained in between halves or until games start. The food is fantastic. This is a locally owned business by a family and the oysters are shucked by order. This means there may be a delay during a busy times but they were definitely worth the wait. The wings are EXCELLENT! We got them without any sauce and they were tender and almost fall off the bone upon touch. They don't have liquor but the beer and wine list more than makes up for it and the pricing on the food makes this worth the visit. A group of Gators will have an amazing experience here.

Maurice Theriot

Best oysters in

Food: 5

Steve S.

the thirsty gator's been a stall worth of east orlando for decades. a dive bar for sure with friendly and attentive staff. stop in and you'll be pleasantly surprised.

James Haynes

This is my favorite place to grab the best freshest rock shrimp and oysters steamed raw or Rockefeller. Service is great, we always have the same server and she's awesome. My buddy lives 5 minutes from that place, like literally right around the corner so every time I pop into Orlando that's dinner! Love this place, they shuck them fresh for you and you always get an extra or two. Great place! Jason Bechstein turned me on to this place. You see those gators statues sitting around the bar? He made those for them over a decade ago, that's how long we've been going to this place. Can't say enough good stuff about them, don't know why I didn't review them sooner because they're the best!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fresh Oysters, Chicken Wings, Rock Shrimp

Dieter Unrath

Absolute hidden gem. Oysters shucked right at your table. Excellent rock shrimp. Friendly and quick bartenders never left me with an empty beer. Yes this is a dive but it gives it character.

xKNIVESOUTx

Love this

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Wings

Indira Singh

First time coming here for oysters - which are an absolute favorite of mine! This place is a diamond in the rough and the most amazing oysters I’ve ever had in Orlando. Over bartender/sever Steph along with Owner Tim greeted us with open arms. I felt like I was having a late lunch a my buddy’s house! Tim the owner even stepped in to chuck the oysters for us and have a friendly chat. I can’t recommend this place enough! It’s got a homey feel and I cannot wait to come back and try everything on the menu! Cheers to Tim and Steph!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fresh Oysters

Dave Saunderson

Delicious food, welcoming staff and friendly guests made for a memorable evening on my last day in Florida. Thank you Steph and Bobby for your kindness. This is a fantastic place, well worth a visit.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

R Echevarria

The seafood and service are on point, highly recommended.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fresh Oysters, Steamed Oysters

Brandon Tresco

Don't come here 3 hours before close or you get dirty looks from the 85 year old bartender and told we close soon. ?

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Jim Reeves

Great rock shrimp and good

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Rock Shrimp

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