Thirsty Gator
| Address: | 3040 N Goldenrod Rd, Winter Park, FL 32792, USA |
| Phone: | +1 407-678-0148 |
| Site: | thirstygator.net |
| Rating: | 4.5 |
| Working: | 12PM–2AM 12PM–2AM 12PM–2AM 12PM–2AM 12PM–2AM 12PM–2AM 12PM–1AM |
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Jason Sylvia
Googled "Oyster Bar" while on a trip to the happiest place on Earth and a few places came up. After looking over the results we chose the Thirsty Gator and could not be more happy with the experience. The oysters (we went through five dozen) were fantastic. We actually ordered a bucket and they shucked them right in front of us. We also ordered a pound of rock shrimp, 20 wings, a turkey club, some fries and some oyster chowder. Everything was amazingly delicious. Too often local places like this get overlooked in big touristy towns. But if you, like me googled Oyster Bar and are reading this review....go to the Thirsty Gator. You will not be disappointed.
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Chris D
I used to come here in college (just a "few" years ago!) and loved it then. Finally made my way back and it was just as great as I remember. The oysters are excellent (from Apalachicola right now). Lisa was a shucking machine! The shrimp (gulf shrimp) were cooked perfectly and were delicious. The owner even came out and shucked a few. Super nice guy. Just a great neighborhood bar thats unpretentious with good food, a good juke box, and a nice place to kick back at the end of the day.
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A Private User
Went to the Thirsty Gator to have oysters having heard good things from some people in work. I was really impressed with the prices and quality of the oysters. Lisa was great and the owner Tim was the guy to shuck my oysters in front of me. Overall very friendly and great food. Will be going back.
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Carin Horowitz
I always have such a great time when we go to Thirsty Gators. They have the BEST wings Ive ever had, plus they have dart boards (both electric and cork), a pool table, and a lot of TVs to watch all the sports you want. If you havent tried the wings here yet, you should stop and make sure you do.
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Stephany Mahaffey
Some of the best oysters in Orlando and DEFINITELY the best oysters for the price. :) The owners and staff are great. We like to sit at the bar to eat, so I dont know about the table service... dive bar worth checking out! Make yourself a local and get a bucket of oysters with your beer.
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Steve Marshall
Love this bar! The owner Tim who actually played football for the Gators is a complete class act. The menu has a nice selection and the food is excellent. Best oysters youll get on the east side of Orlando. The only negative, if you want to call it one is that he only has beer and wine.
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Peggy Boyce
We just had the most delicious! Excellent oysters from Apalachicola. Stephanie served us the coldest beers ever best service I think I will definitely come back again I know I will because I have been coming here for years and it is always Al Stanley and friendly experience
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Matthew Samp
Always a great atmosphere and amazing local food. Try the rock shrimp, oysters and clams. The owner Tim is a hard working guy and gives 100%. This place is the kind of place you wish was down the street from your house.
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Larry Gies
Best fresh oyster bar in a dozen states. You cannot imagine the excellence. Owner is a voracious oyster eater and his suppliers know it. They should. Hes been here shucking and eating oysters for thirty years.
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Patricia Day
Been going to Thirsty Gator for years. Even though I moved over 900 miles away, I still try to visit when I can. BTW after 10 years gone, it is still the place to go for the Super Bowl! See you guys soon!
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A Private User
Always a good time! Oysters, rock shrimps, snow crab, good sandwiches, and the staff is super cool. If you are lucky you get there when Lisa is working. Ask her whats good and tip her well when you leave!!
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Dan Houle
Tim was great! Very nice staff, very welcoming on first visit. The oysters were AMAZING. We came after the kitchen had closed but Tim prepared the oysters for us anyway! Awesome place, awesome owner.
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A Private User
Friday nights are the best during off season...karaoke, oysters, and cold beer. During football season of course game day is the best day. Tim Groves has all gator sports on though, all year round!
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A Private User
Really great food. Gator burger is awesome. Oysters and rock shrimp cannot be beat. Beer only bar. It isnt the best decor - bit tired looking. But food, service and friendliness make up for it.
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Christopher Cook
I ordered the gator burger not knowing how big it was(double cheeseburger). It must have weighed a pound. It was great. Next time Ill probably get the single even though I ate the whole thing.
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A Private User
this bar is a family tradtion and has the best oysters it is a number one in my book and is just a little piece of the past we know all the people family has gone here since it was established
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Rachel Adams
Great oysters! Only serve beer and wine in case you are interested in something different! The rock shrimp were good but not not cleaned or deveined. Service was good at the bar
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Yvonne Stewart
This place is the best hidden gem in all of orlando! The food is amazing, served fast and fresh.. the staff is awesome. Lisa is our favorite. Tim gets a close 2nd!!!
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Harry Stephenson
Even though Im not a Florida Gator fan Im still giving this place 5 stars based on the food and service. Great place to go when there is not a gator game going on.
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Randy Drummond
Have been coming to the Thirsty Gator Sports Bar for years. They have THE best Oysters in Orlando and its a great place to watch a Gator game and have a beer!
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trent f
Delicious fresh oysters and great wings. Very friendly staff as well. Plenty of TVs and awesome atmosphere. Best place to watch the Gators play. GO GATORS!
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Danny Dulgar
Wow, what a sleeper place. Theres a reason its been there 30+ years?? Wish I wouldve given it a chance sooner. A little tough to walk in being an FSU grad
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Vincent Katz
Excellent oysters, Great service and Good atmosphere!! A native of Pittsburgh, yet when in Winter Park visiting family, scheduling a stop is mandatory.
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lon thomas
Well at first the Gators is okay to go drink no wine no other kinds of alcohol only beer they got all kinds of good food but he is a little bit pricey
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Christofer Ellis
One of my top 5 favorites in Orlando. Love the food. Tim (owner) is super friendly and accommodating. A fantastic place (especially for gator fans).
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Jeff Prescott
Great hole-in-the-wall poster bar & wing joint. If you live college football, especially the Gators, then this is the place for you!
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Charlie Warner
Chicken was bland and severly lacking in sauce. The Oysters looked good, but it seems like the rest of the menu takes a back seat.
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Travis Nissen
I think this place has potential and means well but dont know that I would eat here and I dont think that they are making money
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Helen Schmid
Great seafood! Inexpensive, great serving staff, and Ice cold beer. Great place to watch a game. What more could you ask for?
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Jimmy Squires
Used to be the mayor of the Gator back in 89. Used to hang with the postmen! Jimmy E and Bobby B! Miss you guys. Pig Pen!
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Melanie Moses
Coldest beer in town with the best oysters to go with them. Love Tim, Debbie, Lisa, Stephanie and Anthony like family.
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Edward Price
Steamed crab legs, gulf shrimp, rock shrimp, raw oysters shucked in front of you and the hot Italian sub, yum yum.
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Steve Marshall
Love this place. Beer and wine only but if you want good oysters this is the best place on the east side of town
