This place looks very romantic at night!! I went here on my Birthday and they drinks were amazing and the food was great. It is alil bit costly but well worth it!!
(4)
Gisela G.
Love coming here for the Endless Bubbles brunch! The mimosas are great, and I usually order the Surf n' Turf Eggs Benedict. It has yet to let me down. Also, the Bang Bang Shrimp is a must have.
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Ryan T.
It was great when it first opened. However in the last 3 months the food has not been good the last 2 times I have been there. Still great in other locations.
(1)
Jackie B.
$3 house wines for happy hour! Select apps for HH too!
(5)
Katie W.
Came here for brunch for the first time and I really enjoyed it. I ordered the creme brulee french toast and my husband ordered the American Kobe burger. Both meals were great. The french toast had a nice sugary coating and it what not too crazy sweet. No need for syrup, it was perfect without it. The burger was juicy and the special sauce that came on it was yummy!
(4)
Francisco M.
This location did not feel like a traditional Bonefish. We usually visit the Airport location and we always receive great food but unfortunately we did not encounter that here. I am basing my three star review mostly on the great service we received from Chelsea. As far as the food goes, it was a miss. My friend and I had to send our Lobster tails back because they were completely overcooked and hard. I usually do not send things back but this was inedible and rubbery. Lobster is so easy to overcook but if you work in a Seafood restaurant, this should be second nature to you. The manager brought us 2 new tails and made a comment that she was sorry that the original tails were slightly hard. They were not slightly, they were completely overcooked. The filet I had with the lobster was cooked to perfection, tender and very flavorful. As for the service, Chelsea was very nice and provided excellent service. She was prompt and took care of all our requests. I will continue to dine at Bonefish but not this location.
(3)
Simon A.
One More Try Here To Get A Review To Stick But Bonefish Grille Is Another Good Place to Eat & Discovered Even Before Moving to Orlando, The Must Have Item On the Menu Is the Bang Bang Shrimp & The Best Time to Enjoy It Is At Happy Hour! I Have Enjoyed Every Meal & Drink, Newest Libation Discovered is the BlackBerry Sangria Wow Is It Ever Flavorful & Compliments So Much. Most Excellent
(4)
Chris P.
Went here for lunch a couple of weeks ago with a friend. They just started serving lunch so the place was not packed at all. We opted to sit out on their covered patio. It was very nice and breezy. Even when it started to rain very hard we didn't get wet at all. The service was fast and attentive. Their bang bang shrimp appetizer was delicious. We both chose the half chicken pesto wrap and corn chowder. The wrap was good, the soup was phenomenal. Loved their lunch!
(5)
Amber H.
The newest location of Bonefish in Orlando has a lovely patio for dining. Altough I made a reservation, we still had to wait for a table. I have had the bang bang shrimp many times so this time I decided to try the ceviche. It was good and refreshing, but could have used more cilantro for my taste. My main dish was the stuffed tilapia that had a great flavor and was cooked to perfection. The most appealing part of this restaurant was the outdoor patio.
(3)
Anna H.
We picked this #1 We could not find the restaurant we wanted #2 it's a relative of Outback. Same all over the country and we have visited other BFG's. A big mistake for us. Mid afternoon so not crowded and extra staff. As we were being seated it was noticeable the tables, seats and even the floor around th booth were littered with crumbs, so we tried booth #2 much the same so we just brushed the crumbs to the floor. Service was prompt and friendly, me white wine my companion Mango Side Car. I have to give them high marks on the drinks they are always a treat. Starters of Wagyu Beef Ginger Dumpling and Ceviche. Dumplings were spot on, not so much the Ceviche. Shrimp and fish were soggy not crisp as expected when cooked for the proper amount of time in the acids. Tasteless with almost no taste of lime or celantro. We did ask for it to be taken away immideatly. I always laugh when the response is we'll bring you a "fresh one". What this is stale?..To their credit the kitchen manager did come to the table, comped the dish and apologize. He should have stopped there. Instead he stuck his size 13 in his mouth and told us they "blanch" the Shrimp and Fish in boiling water before putting it into the lemon/lime solution. By now I was foaming at the mouth, so I belted down the remainder of my wine to block the pain. Entree was the Bang Bang Shrimp taco and from the special menu Soft Shell Crab stuffed with whole lump crab meat. This was delish. Capers and lemons were just the right amount of tartness to balance the richness of the crab. My poor companion with the bad Ceviche now got the bad Tacos. The middle of the taco was soft, the outside like a doroto without the good flavor. We could not bring ourselves to stay for dessert. Dishes cleared, check paid, tip given. Out the door we go, not so fast in her hast to get us out the waitperson spilled the stale taco shells all over the floor when removing the plates. I hope they clean them up before the next guest. Were off to look for our original choice.
(3)
Shanen C.
What a wonderful experience here! Our server was awesome and knew the menu (including the drinks) right off the top of his head and made great suggestions! Their new bowl selections were delicious as well as the shrimp tacos! We would visit this location again and suggest to others!
(5)
David G.
Kobe Beef Burger is good and Bang Bang Shrimp are only $6 on Wednesday can't beat that!!!
(4)
Robert W.
well, for a chain restaurant it is the worst deal for the money. the staff is good and friendly. the restaurant looked clean and the ambience was relaxed, but. my problems with that chain are as follow: 1. for a trendy restaurant you get thin cardboard for table clothes. giving you the impression that you are going to get cracking crab and lobster, it made the place look cheap. 2. the menu choices, what choice? you get a handful of choices. not one thing matches with the others, meaning if you want to make a meal of your choosing. you get the picture! 3. small portions, some of the appetizer are bigger then the entrè. 4. overpriced, I guess all you pay for is a good looking restaurant. overall I left dinner only to pick up a burger on the way home. I guess the answers to the common question, will I go there again? no.
(2)
BJ E.
Simply, not worth it. I felt like Michael Douglas in "Falling Down" just trying to get to this place. Unfortunately, the mental anguish provided by Waterford Lakes area traffic didn't go away upon entering this place, it only augmented. I was quoted a 20 minute wait (which isn't bad). Figuring on a quick adult beverage to settle the nerves, we proceeded to the bar. They don't really have a vast beer selection (Only a few on tap). So, I went with a Stella. 10 minutes later, a second. The bar tables are beginning to erupt with loud, obnoxious real estate people cat-calling and high-fiving (not even catching the flipside). Louder and louder the noise grows. It's been 30 minutes, where's my flipping table far away from these jerks and why are they getting louder? 40 minutes - Beer 3 - Am I the only one annoyed by these people? No. Other patrons are starting to stare. Where's my f'n table? Finally, the bartender takes notice. Bartender: "Weren't you waiting on a table?" Yes, yes, yes. She finally understands the anguish that has been building inside of my soul. Bartender: "You may want to check on that." No, no, no. I have to go speak to someone...the agony. I politely asked the hostess if there was an issue with us getting a table. Hostess: "We must have missed something. We will put you to the top of the list" I give up. Life, why have you betrayed me so. Here is your pager back. I'll just dine at the bar since the loudmouths appear to be on their way out. But, wait...as I'm walking back to my bar-stool my hand is suddenly pulled away from my body. I am now face to face in a forced handshake with everything that I distaste. A man, sweaty, slurred speech, greased hair, a shirt unbuttoned too far down, revealing the greasy swirl of chest hair that is usually only reserved for Greeks. Why is he touching me? Sweaty, Drunk, Real Estate Guy: Let me ask you something. Would you buy a house from this lady? (Pointing to embarrassed, junior co-worker). Me: No. SDREG: (getting angry) Why, not? You don't think she's attractive? Me: Why would that have anything to do with it? (She was maybe a 6) SDREG: Whatever, you'd do her if you could. Me: More of a chance than you do. Even with my wife now standing next to me. I skirt past the man back to the bar with a feeling of some type of relief. Yada, yada...come to find out from the bartender that the guy is a regular and had been drinking at the bar for quite some time. Oh, and one of the guys a hootin' and a hollerin' at the table worked at this restaurant. Numb. We ate. It was alright. Paid our bill and left, never to return. Save yourself the trouble, too. My recommendation as a substitute would be: Long John Silvers, a game of Edward Forty-hands and hanging out with the guys that love watching MMA pay-per-views.
(2)
Dean G.
I want to take a moment to give a big shout out to bonefish. Yes I frequently eat there often but yesterday it was most special then most. I decided to bring there 60 plus of my friends and clients and the service was phenomenal, food was phenomenal and ambience was amazing!!! Looking forward to the next big party, small event or just stop in for a quick drink at my favorite watering hole!!!
(5)
Tu D.
Wanted to try Bonefish Grill so I decided to go to the newest and oddest location of the chain restaurant. Located in the middle of a plaza which consists of mainly medical practices probably trying to cash in on the Waterford crowd. Started off with their famous bang bang shrimp...it was very good but if you're not much into food doused in sauce I wouldn't recommend it. I am a sauce divo so I enjoyed it My entree was the diablo shrimp pasta again doused in a rich cream sauce(was good but wasn't great) the pasta was a delicious spinach fettuccine cooked al dente which was unexpected All in all food was good nothing to write home about (but good enough to yelp about for a first review badge lol) service was pretty decent for a place that had only been open for a few days.
(3)
Crystal N.
It's a nice location, nice view, great service. However, I wouldn't trust if the food was clean. My boyfriend ordered some chicken teriyaki and got so sick that night, he was vomiting all night, then had a high fever. He had food poisoning. I don't think the chef know how to handle cooking the meat properly. I thought we had a great dinner at this place, not so much anymore until my boyfriend got sick. We are very not please at this place.
(1)
Leslie S.
I've had the pleasure of eating at Bonefish Grill before and have always ordered the Chilean sea bass. If you don't mind a little fried, I would recommend the bang bang shrimp. I LOVED the house salad too.
(5)
David K.
Being a chain restaurant, I can honestly say that my expectations weren't set astronomically high when I entered, but everyone seemed to work quickly to overcome that, almost as if they knew. When we arrived, the door was opened for us by a hostess who warmly greeted us, a nice touch. She then told us there was a 30-40 minute wait time, but when I went to put our name in, we were seated promptly, signs of miscommunication but a nice surprise. Our server was Cindy, and she was nothing short of phenomenal. Enthusiastic, knowledgable and more than willing and eager to make sure we were happy and she certainly succeeded. It almost seemed like she was trained at Chick-fil-A. No detail went unnoticed, even the tiny napkins were replaced under our water glasses when they got too wet. The bread was spot on perfect, crispy crust and soft inside, paired properly with a pesto oil instead of bland butter. The bang bang shrimp was excellent in both flavor and texture, and coming from someone who usually hates shrimp, that says A LOT. My dad got the Tilapia, my mom the Crab Cakes, and myself the Lily's Chicken. All the entrees were stellar. The chicken was probably some of the juiciest I've ever had. It also paired well with the spinach, artichokes and goat cheese it was topped with. Another plus was the happy hour going on while we were there, where I was able to get $3 glasses of wine. As good as it was, nothing is ever 100% perfect. The jasmine rice was a little too dry, the garlic mashed potatoes I received with my order after asking for scalloped may have wowed someone used to eating instant potatoes but they weren't anything I haven't had before, and the tomatoes with basil, and feta needed more feta. All in all though, for the money, Bonefish is hard to beat for the combination of excellent service and quality of food. Definitely a must-return for me, and a must visit for you if you haven't gone already!
(5)
Victor C.
Always wanted to try their Brunch. We had a Buy one Get One free coupon so we thought we would try it while we were at Waterford. Problem was that we had breakfast already. We checked and they said they would accept it on any lunch item. The Host was very nice and made sure we would be taken care of. Seated quickly even though it was post-church rush. Server quickly took our drink orders and returned fast with them. I had the a Fontina Pork Chop medium. Cooked perfectly. J had the chicken breast. Again perfect. Vegetables were not over cooked. Great service and atmosphere. Recommend for anyone. With or without a coupon.
(5)
Howard M.
The Surf & Turf burger was amazing. The food was awesome. The service was awesome. We had Erika and she was in training, but you would never know. She was great. Her trainer, Jackie G, was very nice too. We will be back!
(5)
Dat T.
Had a great time here with my friends every time. The place is roomy and friendly. My favorites are bangbang shrimps and surf & turf egg benedict. This place is my favrite place to brunh. Who would turn down the unlimited mimosa..lol..
(4)
Jim W.
Poor quality of food steak feasted like trash and the management was poor quality and did not care
(2)
Debra L.
I was so excited to find out they opened in Waterford (no more long drives to longwood). My favorite thing at Bonefish is the bang bang shrimp and I do not eat seafood!! Actually it's my favorite app of all time (to date) Gorgonzola butter is also quite yummy on the steak. The only reason they did not get 5 stars is the open windows with the people who are waiting right there staring at you eating. Also they have to tighten up on the staff a little but that is expected when a restaurant first opens.
(4)
Birdie H.
They had a rough night but tried to make it right. I appreciate the manager attempting to make it right. I will certainly give them another chance. Food was great for me. Will be back!
(4)
Uyen D.
Bang bang was good, scallops and shrimp with lemon butter was pretty good but the scallops could have been bigger. Service was great
(3)
Nhu N.
Went to try this bonefish as we have been to the one on sandlake and love it. Food is great but the service was terrible! We were not offered any bread and the waiter had an attitude with us. They need to hire better staff here.
(2)
Darryl R.
Their food was AMAZING!!! Let me start off by complimenting them on their signature shrimp appetizer. It was very good. Secondly their crab cakes were probably the best I have ever had. Next, their customer service was really good. I really appreciate when the waitresses know everything that the restaurant serves. Our waitress was great. She recommended almost my entire meal and was spot on!!!
(5)
Eric W.
My wife and I LOVE Bonefish Grill. It is our favorite seafood place. You can't go wrong here. It goes without saying, but of course the Bang Bang shrimp and Ahi Tuna Sashimi are just wonderful appetizers. Our "go to" favorite entrees are the Pecan Crusted Rainbow trout and the Salmon. Now I will let you in on a secret that was given to us by a waitress a while back. When ordering the Salmon, order it with both the Lemon Butter AND the Pan Asian sauce. The combination of the two sauces will rock your world. This place is just over the top!
(5)
Adam B.
The chowder was really good and the trout was tasty but become boring real quick.
First time at this Bonefish Grill and I must say the service was so slow. I have a 4 yr and sitting there for 3 hours is way to long to dine. Even the check took 20 minutes! Sad but I probably won't be back anytime soon.
(2)
John R.
I was going to write a review about how dirty the bar area was, how they tried to seat five of us at a table of four or about the fact that one of our children ordered fish and got chicken instead. All of that is insignificant to what really prompted me to write my first restaurant review. Shortly after dinner my wife, who is allergic to tree nuts, started to have an allergic reaction to what she was served. That meant that the server either did not know what each dish is made of, the menu descriptions were inaccurate or there were no procedures in place to prevent cross contamination in the kitchen.
(1)
Kerri K.
First off let me say that this was not my first visit to Bonefish and it will definitely not be my last. This was my first visit to this Bonefish location and I am so excited to finally have a Bonefish closer to my house then having to drive to the airport to have my fix of Bang Bang Shrimp. If I could eat this dish I would eat it everyday, and although that is probably not so good for my health, I would be extremely happy! Service was quick and efficient which is nice for a location that just opened a little over a month ago. There was a long line when we walked in, but I had called ahead for a reservation. We waited only about 10 minutes for our table which was fine. The only reason I gave this review 4 stars is that the the appetizer came out before we got our bar drinks and even our water. This is not a big deal, but I still would have liked to have had some libations with my appetizer. I had the special which was filet with some kind of lobster and my boyfriend had the sirloin and crab cakes. Both were cooked to perfection and were delicious. Even better for leftovers the next day :) Keep up the great work Bonefish Waterford Lakes and you are sure to have a repeat customer in me! *** Word of advice: Make sure you make a reservation, it will cut your wait time. I am sure this location will have a wait for quite some time. ***
(4)
Zachary D.
First time here for our anniversary. Really nice atmosphere and the service was great. However, what really sets the place apart is the amazing food. I ordered the blackened grouper with whipped potatoes, while my wife ordered the steak. Both dishes were delicious. She also ordered a lobster tail. They gave us real butter with a tea light underneath to keep it warm. They were pricey, but they are an upscale restaurant, so that is expected.
(5)
Emily B.
I love, love, love their endless bubbles brunch. If you have not done this you have to try it at least once. My favorite is the blackberry sangria OMG! A must have. Also I like their surf and turf but I have to say that I enjoyed the crab omelet more but I love crab. I brought my in laws, husband and kids for the first time and they enjoyed the experience. If you take the kids to brunch just so you know there are only two options pancakes or eggs. My husband decided to try there Bloody Mary and he loved it. He said he was surprised by the blue cheese that was inside the tomato on top of his drink. I have also been here for dinner and like their bang bang shrimp but I love their sushmi. I am never disappointed when I come here I am always satisfied with everything.
(5)
Howard M.
The Surf & Turf burger was amazing. The food was awesome. The service was awesome. We had Erika and she was in training, but you would never know. She was great. Her trainer, Jackie G, was very nice too. We will be back!
(5)
Dat T.
Had a great time here with my friends every time. The place is roomy and friendly. My favorites are bangbang shrimps and surf & turf egg benedict. This place is my favrite place to brunh. Who would turn down the unlimited mimosa..lol..
(4)
Jim W.
Poor quality of food steak feasted like trash and the management was poor quality and did not care
(2)
Andi P.
It's a chain, but I have to admit- they do it right! We had a large group and from the moment we were led to the table to the moment we left we were treated with great service! (Though we did have to wait a few minutes to get seated, even with a reservation-- I can totally excuse this for our large group of 12) We started with bread for the table (what appeared to be freshly baked bread!) and I ordered the Grouper special with a side of seasonal veggies and steamed broccoli. I'll admit, I was expecting dry fish of the variety I usually get at large chain restaurants, but this was an incredibly flavorful and moist fish steak. The grouper was cooked perfectly and I could have my choice of sauce (I went with the lemon tomato sauce based on the server's suggestion). They also somehow made broccoli taste rich and savory with fabulous seasoning (and my sodium intake for the day- but I'll take it!). I got to try the Macadamia Nut Brownie, a flourless brownie with raspberry sauce and vanilla ice cream, sprinkled with macadamia nuts. It was good, but the portion was a bit large- definitely made for sharing! Finally, as the group got ready to leave they brought to-go boxes, and though they didn't pack your food for you, they did have some great ocean-inspired drawings on each box! Nice touch!!
(4)
Lydia C.
Sat at the bar with my husband for happy hour. The bartenders John and Chelsea were really nice. My husband ordered a paloma which was a little on the sweet side for us but really boozy! I ordered the patron cucumber margarita and loved it. Refreshing and delicious. I really wanted to try the oyster shooters. I'm a fan of a raw oyster in spicy vodka and this one was great! We split the Maryland crab cakes that are really meaty and also split the ceviche that comes in an awesome ice cup! The ceviche is served with a side of corn chips. I look forward to going back to the bar for happy hour another time. Great food and service.
(4)
Chris W.
Went here for the first time this past weekend and I will certainly be back. First off we where seated very quickly and our server was great, I had the Ahi Tuna and the rest of my party had the Bang Bang shrimp tacos and the food not only looked well but also tasted amazing. Even with the little space they have they certainly make the most out of it
(5)
Zachary D.
First time here for our anniversary. Really nice atmosphere and the service was great. However, what really sets the place apart is the amazing food. I ordered the blackened grouper with whipped potatoes, while my wife ordered the steak. Both dishes were delicious. She also ordered a lobster tail. They gave us real butter with a tea light underneath to keep it warm. They were pricey, but they are an upscale restaurant, so that is expected.
(5)
Jerry E.
Took my wife, daughter, and 2 grandkids to Bonefish tonight for another great meal. We started with Calamari and Bang Bang Shrimp. Now I see what all the fuss is about the BBS. My 11 yr-old granddaughter who is shy around new dishes, especially those with spi**s, absolutely devoured them. I had the lightly breaded Orange Roughy with a light crab butter sauce, which was cooked perfectly, and delicious. The soups were not quite as tasty, both the lobster and crab/corn chowder, but my wife said maybe it was that the BBS were so rich. And I have to say our service, provided by Colleen, was top-notch.
(5)
BJ E.
Simply, not worth it. I felt like Michael Douglas in "Falling Down" just trying to get to this place. Unfortunately, the mental anguish provided by Waterford Lakes area traffic didn't go away upon entering this place, it only augmented. I was quoted a 20 minute wait (which isn't bad). Figuring on a quick adult beverage to settle the nerves, we proceeded to the bar. They don't really have a vast beer selection (Only a few on tap). So, I went with a Stella. 10 minutes later, a second. The bar tables are beginning to erupt with loud, obnoxious real estate people cat-calling and high-fiving (not even catching the flipside). Louder and louder the noise grows. It's been 30 minutes, where's my flipping table far away from these jerks and why are they getting louder? 40 minutes - Beer 3 - Am I the only one annoyed by these people? No. Other patrons are starting to stare. Where's my f'n table? Finally, the bartender takes notice. Bartender: "Weren't you waiting on a table?" Yes, yes, yes. She finally understands the anguish that has been building inside of my soul. Bartender: "You may want to check on that." No, no, no. I have to go speak to someone...the agony. I politely asked the hostess if there was an issue with us getting a table. Hostess: "We must have missed something. We will put you to the top of the list" I give up. Life, why have you betrayed me so. Here is your pager back. I'll just dine at the bar since the loudmouths appear to be on their way out. But, wait...as I'm walking back to my bar-stool my hand is suddenly pulled away from my body. I am now face to face in a forced handshake with everything that I distaste. A man, sweaty, slurred speech, greased hair, a shirt unbuttoned too far down, revealing the greasy swirl of chest hair that is usually only reserved for Greeks. Why is he touching me? Sweaty, Drunk, Real Estate Guy: Let me ask you something. Would you buy a house from this lady? (Pointing to embarrassed, junior co-worker). Me: No. SDREG: (getting angry) Why, not? You don't think she's attractive? Me: Why would that have anything to do with it? (She was maybe a 6) SDREG: Whatever, you'd do her if you could. Me: More of a chance than you do. Even with my wife now standing next to me. I skirt past the man back to the bar with a feeling of some type of relief. Yada, yada...come to find out from the bartender that the guy is a regular and had been drinking at the bar for quite some time. Oh, and one of the guys a hootin' and a hollerin' at the table worked at this restaurant. Numb. We ate. It was alright. Paid our bill and left, never to return. Save yourself the trouble, too. My recommendation as a substitute would be: Long John Silvers, a game of Edward Forty-hands and hanging out with the guys that love watching MMA pay-per-views.
(2)
Dean G.
I want to take a moment to give a big shout out to bonefish. Yes I frequently eat there often but yesterday it was most special then most. I decided to bring there 60 plus of my friends and clients and the service was phenomenal, food was phenomenal and ambience was amazing!!! Looking forward to the next big party, small event or just stop in for a quick drink at my favorite watering hole!!!
(5)
Tracey F.
We went for the Tuesday night specials on lobster. it's a great value. I ordered the Blackberry press sangria, very tasty.You get a little mini pitcher which has about 2.5 glasses for 9.50 . I ordered the lobster sliders which is really just a lobster roll. It was full of amazing chunks of lobster and served with a side.i ordered a side lobster tail for another 8 bucks. My son ordered the steak topped with a lobster sauce. It was a little tough but what do you want from a sirloin. It was stilla nice meal for the money. The service was good and efficient.
(3)
Emily B.
I love, love, love their endless bubbles brunch. If you have not done this you have to try it at least once. My favorite is the blackberry sangria OMG! A must have. Also I like their surf and turf but I have to say that I enjoyed the crab omelet more but I love crab. I brought my in laws, husband and kids for the first time and they enjoyed the experience. If you take the kids to brunch just so you know there are only two options pancakes or eggs. My husband decided to try there Bloody Mary and he loved it. He said he was surprised by the blue cheese that was inside the tomato on top of his drink. I have also been here for dinner and like their bang bang shrimp but I love their sushmi. I am never disappointed when I come here I am always satisfied with everything.
(5)
Christine R.
I have been to this location of Bonefish Grill three times and I really wanted to like it. Each time I have been there the wait staff is very friendly and helpful but that doesn't overcome the lack of attention to the food by the kitchen. The last two times I have been there, at least one of the items ordered was cold. When I say cold, the onion and tomato on the hamburger was frozen solid. The last time I was there the pot stickers had to be sent back to be warmed up. On the plus side the cucumber margarita was really good, very refreshing with the cucumber slices and lime. One other thing about the Waterford location is the restaurant itself is a little hard to find but once you find it there is plenty of parking available.
(3)
Holly N.
Food: I had liked coming here during the summer when they had the Lobster special. The new items on their regular menu isn't that great. The food here either taste too salty, too saucy, or just plain bland. Customer service: So-so. Sometime it is great while other time you are completely neglected. Ambiance: The decor is sorta upscale like. Dark furniture and very clean look.
(3)
Princess F.
My dinner was fantastic. Our service was great. We had a wonderful time here with friends & family.
(5)
John P.
I love coming here. Great food, great atmosphere, descent prices. The drinks are pretty good. I especially enjoy their Martinis. Per my avatar, I didn't enjoy my glasses bottom breaking off and having water spill on me. They knew the glasses were defective so why they were still using them, I don't understand. They did give me a free Martini and remove an appetizer off the bill. That was very fair of them. Only con: the service usually isn't that great. Not bad, but not anywhere near great either. It was okay.
(4)
Fay L.
Tried the blackened fish tacos with side if fries.. The taco shells were a far cry from soft. It tasted as if it was microwaved too long. The first shell was 1/3 hard, second one was half hard, come the third shell I was hitting it with my fork to prove a point. The fish didn't seem fresh due to fishy taste and mango salsa lacked the sweetness of the mango and tanginess from the cilantro and other herbs. The fries were not crispy...overall the waitress was very friendly, the service was good. Only great things were the fresh bread and pesto dip and the filtered water.
(2)
Todd W.
First ever visit to this location and we felt fortunate to find immediate seating at the end of one of the hightop tables near the bar. After waiting almost five minues, the first person to come to our table put drinks in front of us that were not for us. We told her that we hadn't been asked to order yet. A few minutes later, a different server brought us a glass of wine and we told him the same thing. Finally, a server came to us, cleaned the table, brought menus and took our drink orders. Drinks were good, although we only had a glass of sangria and a draft beer, and even those took too long to arrive. Even our server apologized for how long we waited for those drinks. Our seating choice allowed us to order from the Bar Bites menu and we asked about the dim sum style buns with pork. When we asked how many were in one order, our server specifically said we would have about five of them. We were rather disappointed that the actual quantity was exactly three. While they had a decent taste, we would not have ordered this item had the server accurately told us there were only three. Our entrees were the Bang Bang tacos with a side of house chips and the BBQ grilled pork dish. The tacos were tasty and fresh, but the chips were overcooked and had virtually no flavor whatsoever. It is tough to make a bad batch of those type of potato chips, but the kitchen pulled it off. I subsituted green beans for whatever they usually served with the BBQ grilled pork and sweet potato mash and the bowl presentation was excellent. Just wish it had tasted as good as it looked. The pork was chewy and bland and I could only taste the BBQ sauce. For a $50 meal, there were just too many things in our experience that were average or worse. We were surprised because we honestly expect better from Bonefish.
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Sarah F.
Delicious food and great service. I really liked the ambiance and the restaurant was pristine. They have daily deals $15-$20 three course meals. One of my friends doesn't like shrimp therefore we were able to order bang bang chicken which was a win! The order of our appetizer took a little longer than expected, which the manager the. Came to our table and apologized as well providing it on the house. Overall great experience for the Waterford area. Everyone was satisfied and will be back.
The first thing I noticed about this BFG is the waiting area is really small. Any other time of year we'd stand outside, but it was cold the day we went. But with a touch of kindness and class, a hostess came around with some Bang Bang Shrimp for everyone to sample while we waited. Bravo! They also passed around some menus for us to look at. I'm a really indecisive guy, so this was a great help... or so I thought. Once we were seated, all my planning went out the window when I saw there was a daily special menu. THAT would have been helpful to have while we waited to be seated. My plan went out the window as I had a whole new set of items to consider. Speaking of seating, we noticed there were a number of tables that remained unseated. Our guess is that they didn't want to overwhelm the wait staff. But here's my thought: I'd prefer to wait while seated at my table instead of waiting on my feet in a waiting area that's too small. Our server was really nice, if not a bit forgetful. I ordered the lobster stuffed shrimp as an appetizer, and it is awesome! I also ordered the crab cakes as an entree and added an order of crab fried rice as a side. While the crab cakes were great; be sure to ask for cocktail sauce. I'd say don't bother with the crab fried rice. It was bland and had a strange texture for fried rice. The cous cous wasn't bad, just not my preference. My wife's meal was okay. She ordered the kobe beef burger. It didn't have much flavor. Thankfully we shared the fish and chips as an appetizer. I look forward to coming back soon. I'll be sure to ask for a specials menu while we wait.
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Kay Y.
Alright alright - so I was contacted by management awhile ago through my disappointment with them when I contacted them. I was able to make my way back over to the same location. I've also gone back other times. I didn't refer to my prior visits when I've gone here afterwards... The dish I get most of the time here for dinner is the Chilean Sea Bass. When they grill it right, it is off the charts! They give you 3 choices of sauces which if you're indecisive, you can get all three. The fish itself when done right gets so juicy and just flakes right off onto your fork. Sometimes they even have a little charred spots where its slightly smokey and crunchy - those are my faves with the skin. Unfortunately, I've also had it when they left it on the grill too long and cause it to be dry. Also I've noticed the fish has been frozen just a tad pass their prime. Bummer. When the normal size of the fish cost about 27 dollars, I really want it be done right. (BTW, I would suggest not ordering the small size because its really not worth it but get the normal one for a couple dollars) The service has been good the few times I've gone back and don't mind going again for casual dinners. They were tentative and very friendly. I thought the manager of this particular location handle the situation appropriately and applaud him for contacting me after I expressed my concerns on the website.
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Lisa S.
Bonefish offers dependably good food and service at all their locations, though I tend to find the overall prices a little on the higher side.The shrimp appetizer is always a crowd pleaser and the fish and steak entrees prepared beautifully. I would recommend the grilled grouper prepared with the lemon and artichoke sauce. The cocktails may be a good deal at happy hour, but we were disappointed in the watermelon martini which, in addition to being overpriced, was advertised to have frozen watermelon ice cubes, but rather had room temperature chunks of melon on a toothpick with the drink.
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Kady W.
I went here for some Sunday brunch action. I didn't even know Bonefish offered brunch until my friends chose this place for that reason. As expected, the place was packed with patrons. My friends already arrived before me so I was able to weave through the hustle and bustle and plop down at our table. Scanning the menu, I immediately noticed the unlimited drinks special. With the purchase of certain entrees, you can add unlimited: mimosas, blackberry sangrias, or bellinis for only $20! Sold! Mimosa flavors came in orange juice, passion fruit, and peach. Drinks orders were backed up since they were squeezing fresh orange juice and couldn't keep up with the demand. I chose the surf & turf benedict; while my bf ordered the kobe burger. My benedict came with 2 lobster claws and 2 filet tips. The filet pieces were obviously small so they were overcooked. The lobster claws were actually the perfect texture! My bf's burger came well done(wasn't expecting that) and surprisingly flavorless. We chose potato gratin as our entree sides. The potatoes were cubed, firm, and cheesy. The restaurant was packed so I didn't want to wait some more by sending our food back. The highlight of our meal were the drinks. Maybe we picked the wrong items? Whatever, I don't care. Nice server, okay food, & unlimited drinks. You make your own call if you want to go here.
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Thysis R.
Bonefish saved the day for my birthday party. I was truly ecstatic when they told me that they could accommodate my party of 20 plus people last weekend. I originally had reservations with one of their competitors but I was only allowed to reserve for 12 people. I requested to have my party seated outside on the covered patio and they delivered! It was so nice to walk in seeing a table for 20 all set and waiting for my guests. Since it was already dark by the time we a arrived they had beautiful white twinkle lights on all of the trees and lit candles on the tables. It was absolutely gorgeous! We had 2 to 3 waiters at all times taking our drink and food orders. Timing was perfect with the delivery of food and drinks. The wait staff was amazing! No issues. Everyone in my party throughly enjoyed their meals including myself. I chose to have the Pineapple Martini and the Kobe burger. Both were delish! I was surprised with a dessert since it was birthday. It was very rich chocolate brownies with vanilla ice cream! Can you say yum? I'll be honest I kind of forget that this location is there because it's not located in the hustle and bustle of Waterford Lakes. I'm so glad a friend reminded me about them. Thank you Bonefish for a wonderful experience. We will definitely be back!
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Mustapha T.
I visited the Place yesterday with my family . We set on the outside kind of covered patio , it was nice but I wish if the lights were a bit brighter but in all the food was so good and the service was great . It was my first time and I enjoyed it very much .
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Courtney L.
Bonefish never disappoints. Love the Rita's chicken, crab corn chowder, and bang bang shrimp!
My wife and I went to Bonefish Grill on a Wednesday night for the Bang Wednesday deals. Every Wednesday, they have their bang bang shrimp specials starting at $5 bucks. We got there around 8:30, and the restaurant was really busy, but we didn't have too wait for long. We started with the bread for the table, which was freshly baked, and came with olive oil and Italian seasoning for dip. I was really happy that it came out quickly because we were starving when we got there. The service at this place was great. Our waiter made sure that we were taken care of, and we never really had to flag him down at all. He was very attentive, and he kept our glass full which is a good thing if you eating spicy fried shrimp. My wife ordered the Bang Bang shrimp tacos, and she also ordered the bang bang shrimp. I ordered the surf & turf burger, which is bang bang shrimp on top of a burger served with fries. The bang bang shrimp was really good. I'm a big fan of Bonefish Grill's bang bang shrimp. The burger was good, but it just wasn't as amazing as it sounds. I like the fact they put bang bang shrimp on top of a burger but as far as burgers goes, it wasn't the best I've ever had. However, my wife's shrimp tacos were amazing. She absolutely loved it. Bottom Line: It was a pretty good dinner for the two of us. I would go back for the bang bang shrimp and the shrimp tacos, but I would skip the burger. Bonefish doesn't really do burgers well, i'll just stick to Burger 21, Oblivion, or Graffiti Junktion for that. For a chain restaurant, they usually do it right when it comes to seafood. They are much better than most seafood chain restaurants I've been too. I would suggest you check them out. If you do check them out, order the bang bang shrimp as an appetizer. Man I said "bang bang" in this review a lot.
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Kevin S.
Delicious food, great atmosphere and exactly as advertised. Went here on a Monday night for business, had ahi tuna appetizer (great), followed by the angler (16oz) steak along with au gratin potatoes. I sat at the bar in order to watch the nba playoffs. Good local beer, as well as a good wine list. The bartenders were more than helpful as well as informative about the area and the menu. Will definitely be back .
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Suzanne J.
Every time I visit this location I'm greeted by great staff and genuine waiters with personality. My friend and I used to go for their happy hour and bang bang shrimp, also a great location for clean eaters since they have veggies. Great atmosphere and pomegranate martini's are fun to sip while sitting outside by the fire pit. Not too big on seafood chains but this location in particular I give a thumbs up for dinner with friends.
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Sarah K.
When I got the invite to join some friends after work I couldn't resist. The happy hour monster was unleashed. They have really good drink specials and a new small plates menu at the bar. I ordered a vodka martini, dirty with blue cheese stuffed olives and as usual it was delicious. And since it was Bang Bang Shrimp Wednesday for $6 we split a couple of those, also fantastic. Giovanna was our waitress and she is great, we always request her and you should too.
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Amalia R.
It was my first time here. I came straight from the airport. I was so tired I just wanted a really good meal and go home and sleep. The bread with olive oil and pesto!!! WOAH!!!! AMAZING!!!! I started off with a Cesar Salad and had the Wood-Grilled Wild Mahi Mahi with the Mango Sauce and Truffle Macarroni and Cheese. - Cesar Salad: It was good but I have had better - Wood-Grilled Mahi Mahi with Mango Sauce: It was amazing, I loved it, cooked to perfection but it was so small!! - Truffle Macarroni and Cheese: AMAZING!! SOO SOO SOO GOOD!!!! Even though, it was a small portions by the end of the meal I was so stuffed!!! My mom had the Shrimp Pad Thai. She really loved it. It was a nice big portion and she ate it all. And I have to mention our waitress Jennifer!!! She was so nice, so helpful and we just moved to the area and she gave us great tips of where to go and what to do around.
Their sangrias are so good and the price is very affordable. Their ahi tuna, corn chowder soup, and all the salads, are delicious! And of course, we come for the bang bang shrimp!
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Jami V.
One of my favorite places to eat grilled seafood. Bonefish always has consistently good food and seasonal variety. There's a nice happy hour menu and I've brought my toddler a handful of times--and everyone handled it well :) Currently they've got soft shell crabs! As a former Marylander, I rushed in to enjoy a soft shell crab stuffed with a 'Maryland' crab cake. Tuesday are lobster Tuesdays, there's a special lobster menu only available on Tuesdays. While it's annoying that I can't have my lobster slider in Fridays, somehow I manage to go on. There's outdoor seating (heated as needed, but this is Florida!) And they recently rolled out a brunch offering with a variety of eggs Benedict.
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Mercy L.
I've only been to Bonefish once before this time and I got some weird rainbow trout. I was hesitant to return but figured since it was for brunch and a few years have passed, I may as well give it another shot. I was sincerely shocked and impressed at the menu's first glance. They had a variety of brunch items that included traditional omelette and eggs Benedict, but some interesting dishes like the Kobe and egg burger, surf and turf Benedict, and of course bang bang shrimp Benedict. They had some lunch items that included regular burgers some fish tacos and salads. What won me over was the $12 endless mimosa, Bellini, or blackberry sangria. If you got a meal and wanted the endless drinks, it was only $20! Presentation and plating were average, my "medium rare" burger came back well, but the flavor, variety, and affordability were all there.
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Dale O.
I'm not usually one to rave about a chain, but I'll make an exception for Bonefish. If Red Lobster could be more like Bonefish in general and this location in particular, they wouldn't be in the mess they're in. The service today and on prior visits was attentive without being obtrusive. The food is tasty and somewhat creative, but you still won't bust your budget dining here. Our recent lunch was served pretty quickly, and we enjoyed every bite: Bang bang shrimp tacos incorporated their signature shrimp in a soft tortilla with lots of fresh chopped tomatoes and a sauce that worked perfectly to make the three tacos delightfully flavorful. The side dish of Asian slaw was a treat- if you do go, be sure to order this tasty side. Another must try is the cucumber margarita. OMFG, it was good! The rim of the highball glass was coated in salt AND cracked pepper, to compliment the cucumber slices that swam with lime slices in the cocktail. We also sampled the 'American Kobe' beef hamburger. Very good, but not spectacular, still worth ordering if you just have to have a burger. Although the degree of doneness isn't an option ( I like a little pink inside) it's still a tasty, if somewhat small sandwich, with fresh attractive veggies on top and a pretty good bun.. There are a choice of cheeses available, and the bleu cheese we chose really overpowered the delicate flavor of the Kobe style beef, so one of the other options might be better.. Fries looked to be fresh cut and were tasty. One minor problem with the food was handled quickly by our server, and with a smile.. I recommend this place.
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Cpt L L.
Been there when they opened a couple years ago, maybe 3 times. Always gone right before they closed. Nice inside and good service. I just don't find the menu to impressive.
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Jennifer R.
My new favorite place for brunch! Seriously, where can you get delicious food with endless drinks for $20? I almost don't want to review it and bring attention to this so I don't have to share with everyone else. My favorite used to be the Bang Bang eggs Benedict and then I had the surf and turf eggs Benedict. Both of these are so damn delicious I don't know what to do with myself. Then add in the endless Mimosas/Bellinis or Blackberry Sangria and you've officially entered heaven. Aside from brunch their food at dinner and lunch is always great. The lobster grilled cheese is crazy good and I could easily be addicted the to Bang Bang shrimp. Go, eat, drink, enjoy!
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Christina H.
This was our first visit to Bonefish. I am happy that we have a non-Red Lobster option in the Waterford area for seafood. That is great. Of course, it's still a chain, but a much nicer chain, so that's all good. Our service was pretty good, but then again, we were there meeting up with some old friends and were in absolutely no rush. Everything was a bit on the slower side, but we had a grand time chatting and it wasn't really a problem for us. A very large party was seated in our area after we got our appetizers, and then things went south a bit. The food runner forgot a couple of our side dishes (pumpkin ravioli), and our sever didn't come back by for quite a while to check on us, so that was kind of a bummer. Overall the food was very good. The drinks were excellent (white cranberry cosmo was yummy). We had a fantastic time. But we were having a good night, and so the service problems weren't such a big deal to us. I could easily see where it could really irritate someone that was having a rough day. I had the grilled scallops and shrimp. It looked like a small portion, but I still wasn't able to finish. I loved the bang bang shrimp appetizer so much next time I may get the bang bang shrimp tacos. Good stuff! Hopefully the service issues are just new-restauraunt problems and things will get better over time.
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Devin M.
I'm really mad at you guys right now because I just drove across town to have lunch with my mom and you are not open until 4:00pm despite this yelp profile saying you open at 11:00am. I WAS REALLY EXCITED FOR BANGBANG SHRIMP!
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April N.
We came in for my boyfriend's birthday in the afternoon. The hostess was able to seat us immediately, and we looked around the place. I wasn't a big fan of the atmosphere here. The colors and decoration seemed bland. Also, the hostess seated us in a location with the sun shining directly into my face, which was highly uncomfortable. Fortunately, the manager promptly moved the outside seating covering to block the sun, which was nice of him. We started with a few appetizers- an edamame hummus and ahi tuna sashimi. Both were excellent. Especially for the price! There was so much hummus that we could barely finish it, and the tuna dish could have been it's own meal. I would definitely order these again. For my main dish, I ordered the surf and turf meal. It was a sirloin with crab cakes on the side. I was highly disappointed by my sirloin. I ordered for medium, but it came out so well done I couldn't even finish the steak. The crab cakes, however, were delicious. I would give this meal another try before completely rejecting it. Perhaps the cook was slightly off that night on steaks. We were too full for dessert, so we just took the check at this point. Despite the overcooked steak, I surprisingly enjoyed my meal here! I would come back just to order the hummus again actually! Not bad, I'll give it another go to see if the results are the same.
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Alexander J. T.
I love this place. My wife & I frequent this location for happy hour (everyday from 4-6:30). Hard to beat good wine for $3.25. Bar staff is friendly, & always have great recommendations. No more happy hour food, but the new bar bites menu is great & affordable.
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David G.
I've loved Bonefish Grill for a long time. And this is no different. This Bonefish grill location is a wonderful gem tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the Waterford Lakes shopping center. Sure, it gets busy, but not crazy busy. The decor is nice, standard for the restaurant chain. The tables are somewhat close together and you can feel cramped with those sitting next to and around you. The food, as it should be, is the main draw. Lots of great seafood options, including the infamous bang bang shrimp. WIth both the surf and turf options available, they provide you different ways on how you want your fish or steak cooked, along with different sauces/glazes. Overall, this is a great place to take family and friends to. And the brunch on Sunday is fantastic, especially for those who love to imbibe the bubble beverages.
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Gina B.
This place looks very romantic at night!! I went here on my Birthday and they drinks were amazing and the food was great. It is alil bit costly but well worth it!!
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Gisela G.
Love coming here for the Endless Bubbles brunch! The mimosas are great, and I usually order the Surf n' Turf Eggs Benedict. It has yet to let me down. Also, the Bang Bang Shrimp is a must have.
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Francisco M.
This location did not feel like a traditional Bonefish. We usually visit the Airport location and we always receive great food but unfortunately we did not encounter that here. I am basing my three star review mostly on the great service we received from Chelsea. As far as the food goes, it was a miss. My friend and I had to send our Lobster tails back because they were completely overcooked and hard. I usually do not send things back but this was inedible and rubbery. Lobster is so easy to overcook but if you work in a Seafood restaurant, this should be second nature to you. The manager brought us 2 new tails and made a comment that she was sorry that the original tails were slightly hard. They were not slightly, they were completely overcooked. The filet I had with the lobster was cooked to perfection, tender and very flavorful. As for the service, Chelsea was very nice and provided excellent service. She was prompt and took care of all our requests. I will continue to dine at Bonefish but not this location.
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Simon A.
One More Try Here To Get A Review To Stick But Bonefish Grille Is Another Good Place to Eat & Discovered Even Before Moving to Orlando, The Must Have Item On the Menu Is the Bang Bang Shrimp & The Best Time to Enjoy It Is At Happy Hour! I Have Enjoyed Every Meal & Drink, Newest Libation Discovered is the BlackBerry Sangria Wow Is It Ever Flavorful & Compliments So Much. Most Excellent
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Chris P.
Went here for lunch a couple of weeks ago with a friend. They just started serving lunch so the place was not packed at all. We opted to sit out on their covered patio. It was very nice and breezy. Even when it started to rain very hard we didn't get wet at all. The service was fast and attentive. Their bang bang shrimp appetizer was delicious. We both chose the half chicken pesto wrap and corn chowder. The wrap was good, the soup was phenomenal. Loved their lunch!
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Amber H.
The newest location of Bonefish in Orlando has a lovely patio for dining. Altough I made a reservation, we still had to wait for a table. I have had the bang bang shrimp many times so this time I decided to try the ceviche. It was good and refreshing, but could have used more cilantro for my taste. My main dish was the stuffed tilapia that had a great flavor and was cooked to perfection. The most appealing part of this restaurant was the outdoor patio.
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Ryan T.
It was great when it first opened. However in the last 3 months the food has not been good the last 2 times I have been there. Still great in other locations.
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Jackie B.
$3 house wines for happy hour! Select apps for HH too!
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Katie W.
Came here for brunch for the first time and I really enjoyed it. I ordered the creme brulee french toast and my husband ordered the American Kobe burger. Both meals were great. The french toast had a nice sugary coating and it what not too crazy sweet. No need for syrup, it was perfect without it. The burger was juicy and the special sauce that came on it was yummy!
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Anna H.
We picked this #1 We could not find the restaurant we wanted #2 it's a relative of Outback. Same all over the country and we have visited other BFG's. A big mistake for us. Mid afternoon so not crowded and extra staff. As we were being seated it was noticeable the tables, seats and even the floor around th booth were littered with crumbs, so we tried booth #2 much the same so we just brushed the crumbs to the floor. Service was prompt and friendly, me white wine my companion Mango Side Car. I have to give them high marks on the drinks they are always a treat. Starters of Wagyu Beef Ginger Dumpling and Ceviche. Dumplings were spot on, not so much the Ceviche. Shrimp and fish were soggy not crisp as expected when cooked for the proper amount of time in the acids. Tasteless with almost no taste of lime or celantro. We did ask for it to be taken away immideatly. I always laugh when the response is we'll bring you a "fresh one". What this is stale?..To their credit the kitchen manager did come to the table, comped the dish and apologize. He should have stopped there. Instead he stuck his size 13 in his mouth and told us they "blanch" the Shrimp and Fish in boiling water before putting it into the lemon/lime solution. By now I was foaming at the mouth, so I belted down the remainder of my wine to block the pain. Entree was the Bang Bang Shrimp taco and from the special menu Soft Shell Crab stuffed with whole lump crab meat. This was delish. Capers and lemons were just the right amount of tartness to balance the richness of the crab. My poor companion with the bad Ceviche now got the bad Tacos. The middle of the taco was soft, the outside like a doroto without the good flavor. We could not bring ourselves to stay for dessert. Dishes cleared, check paid, tip given. Out the door we go, not so fast in her hast to get us out the waitperson spilled the stale taco shells all over the floor when removing the plates. I hope they clean them up before the next guest. Were off to look for our original choice.
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Shanen C.
What a wonderful experience here! Our server was awesome and knew the menu (including the drinks) right off the top of his head and made great suggestions! Their new bowl selections were delicious as well as the shrimp tacos! We would visit this location again and suggest to others!
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David G.
Kobe Beef Burger is good and Bang Bang Shrimp are only $6 on Wednesday can't beat that!!!
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Robert W.
well, for a chain restaurant it is the worst deal for the money. the staff is good and friendly. the restaurant looked clean and the ambience was relaxed, but. my problems with that chain are as follow: 1. for a trendy restaurant you get thin cardboard for table clothes. giving you the impression that you are going to get cracking crab and lobster, it made the place look cheap. 2. the menu choices, what choice? you get a handful of choices. not one thing matches with the others, meaning if you want to make a meal of your choosing. you get the picture! 3. small portions, some of the appetizer are bigger then the entrè. 4. overpriced, I guess all you pay for is a good looking restaurant. overall I left dinner only to pick up a burger on the way home. I guess the answers to the common question, will I go there again? no.
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Tu D.
Wanted to try Bonefish Grill so I decided to go to the newest and oddest location of the chain restaurant. Located in the middle of a plaza which consists of mainly medical practices probably trying to cash in on the Waterford crowd. Started off with their famous bang bang shrimp...it was very good but if you're not much into food doused in sauce I wouldn't recommend it. I am a sauce divo so I enjoyed it My entree was the diablo shrimp pasta again doused in a rich cream sauce(was good but wasn't great) the pasta was a delicious spinach fettuccine cooked al dente which was unexpected All in all food was good nothing to write home about (but good enough to yelp about for a first review badge lol) service was pretty decent for a place that had only been open for a few days.
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Crystal N.
It's a nice location, nice view, great service. However, I wouldn't trust if the food was clean. My boyfriend ordered some chicken teriyaki and got so sick that night, he was vomiting all night, then had a high fever. He had food poisoning. I don't think the chef know how to handle cooking the meat properly. I thought we had a great dinner at this place, not so much anymore until my boyfriend got sick. We are very not please at this place.
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Leslie S.
I've had the pleasure of eating at Bonefish Grill before and have always ordered the Chilean sea bass. If you don't mind a little fried, I would recommend the bang bang shrimp. I LOVED the house salad too.
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David K.
Being a chain restaurant, I can honestly say that my expectations weren't set astronomically high when I entered, but everyone seemed to work quickly to overcome that, almost as if they knew. When we arrived, the door was opened for us by a hostess who warmly greeted us, a nice touch. She then told us there was a 30-40 minute wait time, but when I went to put our name in, we were seated promptly, signs of miscommunication but a nice surprise. Our server was Cindy, and she was nothing short of phenomenal. Enthusiastic, knowledgable and more than willing and eager to make sure we were happy and she certainly succeeded. It almost seemed like she was trained at Chick-fil-A. No detail went unnoticed, even the tiny napkins were replaced under our water glasses when they got too wet. The bread was spot on perfect, crispy crust and soft inside, paired properly with a pesto oil instead of bland butter. The bang bang shrimp was excellent in both flavor and texture, and coming from someone who usually hates shrimp, that says A LOT. My dad got the Tilapia, my mom the Crab Cakes, and myself the Lily's Chicken. All the entrees were stellar. The chicken was probably some of the juiciest I've ever had. It also paired well with the spinach, artichokes and goat cheese it was topped with. Another plus was the happy hour going on while we were there, where I was able to get $3 glasses of wine. As good as it was, nothing is ever 100% perfect. The jasmine rice was a little too dry, the garlic mashed potatoes I received with my order after asking for scalloped may have wowed someone used to eating instant potatoes but they weren't anything I haven't had before, and the tomatoes with basil, and feta needed more feta. All in all though, for the money, Bonefish is hard to beat for the combination of excellent service and quality of food. Definitely a must-return for me, and a must visit for you if you haven't gone already!
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Nhu N.
Went to try this bonefish as we have been to the one on sandlake and love it. Food is great but the service was terrible! We were not offered any bread and the waiter had an attitude with us. They need to hire better staff here.
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Darryl R.
Their food was AMAZING!!! Let me start off by complimenting them on their signature shrimp appetizer. It was very good. Secondly their crab cakes were probably the best I have ever had. Next, their customer service was really good. I really appreciate when the waitresses know everything that the restaurant serves. Our waitress was great. She recommended almost my entire meal and was spot on!!!
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Eric W.
My wife and I LOVE Bonefish Grill. It is our favorite seafood place. You can't go wrong here. It goes without saying, but of course the Bang Bang shrimp and Ahi Tuna Sashimi are just wonderful appetizers. Our "go to" favorite entrees are the Pecan Crusted Rainbow trout and the Salmon. Now I will let you in on a secret that was given to us by a waitress a while back. When ordering the Salmon, order it with both the Lemon Butter AND the Pan Asian sauce. The combination of the two sauces will rock your world. This place is just over the top!
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Adam B.
The chowder was really good and the trout was tasty but become boring real quick.
First time at this Bonefish Grill and I must say the service was so slow. I have a 4 yr and sitting there for 3 hours is way to long to dine. Even the check took 20 minutes! Sad but I probably won't be back anytime soon.
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John R.
I was going to write a review about how dirty the bar area was, how they tried to seat five of us at a table of four or about the fact that one of our children ordered fish and got chicken instead. All of that is insignificant to what really prompted me to write my first restaurant review. Shortly after dinner my wife, who is allergic to tree nuts, started to have an allergic reaction to what she was served. That meant that the server either did not know what each dish is made of, the menu descriptions were inaccurate or there were no procedures in place to prevent cross contamination in the kitchen.
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Debra L.
I was so excited to find out they opened in Waterford (no more long drives to longwood). My favorite thing at Bonefish is the bang bang shrimp and I do not eat seafood!! Actually it's my favorite app of all time (to date) Gorgonzola butter is also quite yummy on the steak. The only reason they did not get 5 stars is the open windows with the people who are waiting right there staring at you eating. Also they have to tighten up on the staff a little but that is expected when a restaurant first opens.
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Birdie H.
They had a rough night but tried to make it right. I appreciate the manager attempting to make it right. I will certainly give them another chance. Food was great for me. Will be back!
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Victor C.
Always wanted to try their Brunch. We had a Buy one Get One free coupon so we thought we would try it while we were at Waterford. Problem was that we had breakfast already. We checked and they said they would accept it on any lunch item. The Host was very nice and made sure we would be taken care of. Seated quickly even though it was post-church rush. Server quickly took our drink orders and returned fast with them. I had the a Fontina Pork Chop medium. Cooked perfectly. J had the chicken breast. Again perfect. Vegetables were not over cooked. Great service and atmosphere. Recommend for anyone. With or without a coupon.
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Uyen D.
Bang bang was good, scallops and shrimp with lemon butter was pretty good but the scallops could have been bigger. Service was great
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Kerri K.
First off let me say that this was not my first visit to Bonefish and it will definitely not be my last. This was my first visit to this Bonefish location and I am so excited to finally have a Bonefish closer to my house then having to drive to the airport to have my fix of Bang Bang Shrimp. If I could eat this dish I would eat it everyday, and although that is probably not so good for my health, I would be extremely happy! Service was quick and efficient which is nice for a location that just opened a little over a month ago. There was a long line when we walked in, but I had called ahead for a reservation. We waited only about 10 minutes for our table which was fine. The only reason I gave this review 4 stars is that the the appetizer came out before we got our bar drinks and even our water. This is not a big deal, but I still would have liked to have had some libations with my appetizer. I had the special which was filet with some kind of lobster and my boyfriend had the sirloin and crab cakes. Both were cooked to perfection and were delicious. Even better for leftovers the next day :) Keep up the great work Bonefish Waterford Lakes and you are sure to have a repeat customer in me! *** Word of advice: Make sure you make a reservation, it will cut your wait time. I am sure this location will have a wait for quite some time. ***
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Brunch Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : No Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Intimate Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Gina B.
This place looks very romantic at night!! I went here on my Birthday and they drinks were amazing and the food was great. It is alil bit costly but well worth it!!
(4)Gisela G.
Love coming here for the Endless Bubbles brunch! The mimosas are great, and I usually order the Surf n' Turf Eggs Benedict. It has yet to let me down. Also, the Bang Bang Shrimp is a must have.
(5)Ryan T.
It was great when it first opened. However in the last 3 months the food has not been good the last 2 times I have been there. Still great in other locations.
(1)Jackie B.
$3 house wines for happy hour! Select apps for HH too!
(5)Katie W.
Came here for brunch for the first time and I really enjoyed it. I ordered the creme brulee french toast and my husband ordered the American Kobe burger. Both meals were great. The french toast had a nice sugary coating and it what not too crazy sweet. No need for syrup, it was perfect without it. The burger was juicy and the special sauce that came on it was yummy!
(4)Francisco M.
This location did not feel like a traditional Bonefish. We usually visit the Airport location and we always receive great food but unfortunately we did not encounter that here. I am basing my three star review mostly on the great service we received from Chelsea. As far as the food goes, it was a miss. My friend and I had to send our Lobster tails back because they were completely overcooked and hard. I usually do not send things back but this was inedible and rubbery. Lobster is so easy to overcook but if you work in a Seafood restaurant, this should be second nature to you. The manager brought us 2 new tails and made a comment that she was sorry that the original tails were slightly hard. They were not slightly, they were completely overcooked. The filet I had with the lobster was cooked to perfection, tender and very flavorful. As for the service, Chelsea was very nice and provided excellent service. She was prompt and took care of all our requests. I will continue to dine at Bonefish but not this location.
(3)Simon A.
One More Try Here To Get A Review To Stick But Bonefish Grille Is Another Good Place to Eat & Discovered Even Before Moving to Orlando, The Must Have Item On the Menu Is the Bang Bang Shrimp & The Best Time to Enjoy It Is At Happy Hour! I Have Enjoyed Every Meal & Drink, Newest Libation Discovered is the BlackBerry Sangria Wow Is It Ever Flavorful & Compliments So Much. Most Excellent
(4)Chris P.
Went here for lunch a couple of weeks ago with a friend. They just started serving lunch so the place was not packed at all. We opted to sit out on their covered patio. It was very nice and breezy. Even when it started to rain very hard we didn't get wet at all. The service was fast and attentive. Their bang bang shrimp appetizer was delicious. We both chose the half chicken pesto wrap and corn chowder. The wrap was good, the soup was phenomenal. Loved their lunch!
(5)Amber H.
The newest location of Bonefish in Orlando has a lovely patio for dining. Altough I made a reservation, we still had to wait for a table. I have had the bang bang shrimp many times so this time I decided to try the ceviche. It was good and refreshing, but could have used more cilantro for my taste. My main dish was the stuffed tilapia that had a great flavor and was cooked to perfection. The most appealing part of this restaurant was the outdoor patio.
(3)Anna H.
We picked this #1 We could not find the restaurant we wanted #2 it's a relative of Outback. Same all over the country and we have visited other BFG's. A big mistake for us. Mid afternoon so not crowded and extra staff. As we were being seated it was noticeable the tables, seats and even the floor around th booth were littered with crumbs, so we tried booth #2 much the same so we just brushed the crumbs to the floor. Service was prompt and friendly, me white wine my companion Mango Side Car. I have to give them high marks on the drinks they are always a treat. Starters of Wagyu Beef Ginger Dumpling and Ceviche. Dumplings were spot on, not so much the Ceviche. Shrimp and fish were soggy not crisp as expected when cooked for the proper amount of time in the acids. Tasteless with almost no taste of lime or celantro. We did ask for it to be taken away immideatly. I always laugh when the response is we'll bring you a "fresh one". What this is stale?..To their credit the kitchen manager did come to the table, comped the dish and apologize. He should have stopped there. Instead he stuck his size 13 in his mouth and told us they "blanch" the Shrimp and Fish in boiling water before putting it into the lemon/lime solution. By now I was foaming at the mouth, so I belted down the remainder of my wine to block the pain. Entree was the Bang Bang Shrimp taco and from the special menu Soft Shell Crab stuffed with whole lump crab meat. This was delish. Capers and lemons were just the right amount of tartness to balance the richness of the crab. My poor companion with the bad Ceviche now got the bad Tacos. The middle of the taco was soft, the outside like a doroto without the good flavor. We could not bring ourselves to stay for dessert. Dishes cleared, check paid, tip given. Out the door we go, not so fast in her hast to get us out the waitperson spilled the stale taco shells all over the floor when removing the plates. I hope they clean them up before the next guest. Were off to look for our original choice.
(3)Shanen C.
What a wonderful experience here! Our server was awesome and knew the menu (including the drinks) right off the top of his head and made great suggestions! Their new bowl selections were delicious as well as the shrimp tacos! We would visit this location again and suggest to others!
(5)David G.
Kobe Beef Burger is good and Bang Bang Shrimp are only $6 on Wednesday can't beat that!!!
(4)Robert W.
well, for a chain restaurant it is the worst deal for the money. the staff is good and friendly. the restaurant looked clean and the ambience was relaxed, but. my problems with that chain are as follow: 1. for a trendy restaurant you get thin cardboard for table clothes. giving you the impression that you are going to get cracking crab and lobster, it made the place look cheap. 2. the menu choices, what choice? you get a handful of choices. not one thing matches with the others, meaning if you want to make a meal of your choosing. you get the picture! 3. small portions, some of the appetizer are bigger then the entrè. 4. overpriced, I guess all you pay for is a good looking restaurant. overall I left dinner only to pick up a burger on the way home. I guess the answers to the common question, will I go there again? no.
(2)BJ E.
Simply, not worth it. I felt like Michael Douglas in "Falling Down" just trying to get to this place. Unfortunately, the mental anguish provided by Waterford Lakes area traffic didn't go away upon entering this place, it only augmented. I was quoted a 20 minute wait (which isn't bad). Figuring on a quick adult beverage to settle the nerves, we proceeded to the bar. They don't really have a vast beer selection (Only a few on tap). So, I went with a Stella. 10 minutes later, a second. The bar tables are beginning to erupt with loud, obnoxious real estate people cat-calling and high-fiving (not even catching the flipside). Louder and louder the noise grows. It's been 30 minutes, where's my flipping table far away from these jerks and why are they getting louder? 40 minutes - Beer 3 - Am I the only one annoyed by these people? No. Other patrons are starting to stare. Where's my f'n table? Finally, the bartender takes notice. Bartender: "Weren't you waiting on a table?" Yes, yes, yes. She finally understands the anguish that has been building inside of my soul. Bartender: "You may want to check on that." No, no, no. I have to go speak to someone...the agony. I politely asked the hostess if there was an issue with us getting a table. Hostess: "We must have missed something. We will put you to the top of the list" I give up. Life, why have you betrayed me so. Here is your pager back. I'll just dine at the bar since the loudmouths appear to be on their way out. But, wait...as I'm walking back to my bar-stool my hand is suddenly pulled away from my body. I am now face to face in a forced handshake with everything that I distaste. A man, sweaty, slurred speech, greased hair, a shirt unbuttoned too far down, revealing the greasy swirl of chest hair that is usually only reserved for Greeks. Why is he touching me? Sweaty, Drunk, Real Estate Guy: Let me ask you something. Would you buy a house from this lady? (Pointing to embarrassed, junior co-worker). Me: No. SDREG: (getting angry) Why, not? You don't think she's attractive? Me: Why would that have anything to do with it? (She was maybe a 6) SDREG: Whatever, you'd do her if you could. Me: More of a chance than you do. Even with my wife now standing next to me. I skirt past the man back to the bar with a feeling of some type of relief. Yada, yada...come to find out from the bartender that the guy is a regular and had been drinking at the bar for quite some time. Oh, and one of the guys a hootin' and a hollerin' at the table worked at this restaurant. Numb. We ate. It was alright. Paid our bill and left, never to return. Save yourself the trouble, too. My recommendation as a substitute would be: Long John Silvers, a game of Edward Forty-hands and hanging out with the guys that love watching MMA pay-per-views.
(2)Dean G.
I want to take a moment to give a big shout out to bonefish. Yes I frequently eat there often but yesterday it was most special then most. I decided to bring there 60 plus of my friends and clients and the service was phenomenal, food was phenomenal and ambience was amazing!!! Looking forward to the next big party, small event or just stop in for a quick drink at my favorite watering hole!!!
(5)Tu D.
Wanted to try Bonefish Grill so I decided to go to the newest and oddest location of the chain restaurant. Located in the middle of a plaza which consists of mainly medical practices probably trying to cash in on the Waterford crowd. Started off with their famous bang bang shrimp...it was very good but if you're not much into food doused in sauce I wouldn't recommend it. I am a sauce divo so I enjoyed it My entree was the diablo shrimp pasta again doused in a rich cream sauce(was good but wasn't great) the pasta was a delicious spinach fettuccine cooked al dente which was unexpected All in all food was good nothing to write home about (but good enough to yelp about for a first review badge lol) service was pretty decent for a place that had only been open for a few days.
(3)Crystal N.
It's a nice location, nice view, great service. However, I wouldn't trust if the food was clean. My boyfriend ordered some chicken teriyaki and got so sick that night, he was vomiting all night, then had a high fever. He had food poisoning. I don't think the chef know how to handle cooking the meat properly. I thought we had a great dinner at this place, not so much anymore until my boyfriend got sick. We are very not please at this place.
(1)Leslie S.
I've had the pleasure of eating at Bonefish Grill before and have always ordered the Chilean sea bass. If you don't mind a little fried, I would recommend the bang bang shrimp. I LOVED the house salad too.
(5)David K.
Being a chain restaurant, I can honestly say that my expectations weren't set astronomically high when I entered, but everyone seemed to work quickly to overcome that, almost as if they knew. When we arrived, the door was opened for us by a hostess who warmly greeted us, a nice touch. She then told us there was a 30-40 minute wait time, but when I went to put our name in, we were seated promptly, signs of miscommunication but a nice surprise. Our server was Cindy, and she was nothing short of phenomenal. Enthusiastic, knowledgable and more than willing and eager to make sure we were happy and she certainly succeeded. It almost seemed like she was trained at Chick-fil-A. No detail went unnoticed, even the tiny napkins were replaced under our water glasses when they got too wet. The bread was spot on perfect, crispy crust and soft inside, paired properly with a pesto oil instead of bland butter. The bang bang shrimp was excellent in both flavor and texture, and coming from someone who usually hates shrimp, that says A LOT. My dad got the Tilapia, my mom the Crab Cakes, and myself the Lily's Chicken. All the entrees were stellar. The chicken was probably some of the juiciest I've ever had. It also paired well with the spinach, artichokes and goat cheese it was topped with. Another plus was the happy hour going on while we were there, where I was able to get $3 glasses of wine. As good as it was, nothing is ever 100% perfect. The jasmine rice was a little too dry, the garlic mashed potatoes I received with my order after asking for scalloped may have wowed someone used to eating instant potatoes but they weren't anything I haven't had before, and the tomatoes with basil, and feta needed more feta. All in all though, for the money, Bonefish is hard to beat for the combination of excellent service and quality of food. Definitely a must-return for me, and a must visit for you if you haven't gone already!
(5)Victor C.
Always wanted to try their Brunch. We had a Buy one Get One free coupon so we thought we would try it while we were at Waterford. Problem was that we had breakfast already. We checked and they said they would accept it on any lunch item. The Host was very nice and made sure we would be taken care of. Seated quickly even though it was post-church rush. Server quickly took our drink orders and returned fast with them. I had the a Fontina Pork Chop medium. Cooked perfectly. J had the chicken breast. Again perfect. Vegetables were not over cooked. Great service and atmosphere. Recommend for anyone. With or without a coupon.
(5)Howard M.
The Surf & Turf burger was amazing. The food was awesome. The service was awesome. We had Erika and she was in training, but you would never know. She was great. Her trainer, Jackie G, was very nice too. We will be back!
(5)Dat T.
Had a great time here with my friends every time. The place is roomy and friendly. My favorites are bangbang shrimps and surf & turf egg benedict. This place is my favrite place to brunh. Who would turn down the unlimited mimosa..lol..
(4)Jim W.
Poor quality of food steak feasted like trash and the management was poor quality and did not care
(2)Debra L.
I was so excited to find out they opened in Waterford (no more long drives to longwood). My favorite thing at Bonefish is the bang bang shrimp and I do not eat seafood!! Actually it's my favorite app of all time (to date) Gorgonzola butter is also quite yummy on the steak. The only reason they did not get 5 stars is the open windows with the people who are waiting right there staring at you eating. Also they have to tighten up on the staff a little but that is expected when a restaurant first opens.
(4)Birdie H.
They had a rough night but tried to make it right. I appreciate the manager attempting to make it right. I will certainly give them another chance. Food was great for me. Will be back!
(4)Uyen D.
Bang bang was good, scallops and shrimp with lemon butter was pretty good but the scallops could have been bigger. Service was great
(3)Nhu N.
Went to try this bonefish as we have been to the one on sandlake and love it. Food is great but the service was terrible! We were not offered any bread and the waiter had an attitude with us. They need to hire better staff here.
(2)Darryl R.
Their food was AMAZING!!! Let me start off by complimenting them on their signature shrimp appetizer. It was very good. Secondly their crab cakes were probably the best I have ever had. Next, their customer service was really good. I really appreciate when the waitresses know everything that the restaurant serves. Our waitress was great. She recommended almost my entire meal and was spot on!!!
(5)Eric W.
My wife and I LOVE Bonefish Grill. It is our favorite seafood place. You can't go wrong here. It goes without saying, but of course the Bang Bang shrimp and Ahi Tuna Sashimi are just wonderful appetizers. Our "go to" favorite entrees are the Pecan Crusted Rainbow trout and the Salmon. Now I will let you in on a secret that was given to us by a waitress a while back. When ordering the Salmon, order it with both the Lemon Butter AND the Pan Asian sauce. The combination of the two sauces will rock your world. This place is just over the top!
(5)Adam B.
The chowder was really good and the trout was tasty but become boring real quick.
(4)Helena H.
I normally don't write reviews on chain restaurants because it's a chain...they are all pretty much the exact same and we know what to expect, but I ate brunch here for the first time and felt it was worth mentioning. I've been to bonefish a bunch of times, but like I said, have never had brunch until now. They offer bottomless mimosas for $12 along with other cocktails and beverage choices but the bottomless mimosas are what got me hooked. There aren't a ton of brunch options, maybe 15...omelettes, Benedicts, and then creme brûlée French toast (SO GOOD) and oatmeal, etc. You can have endless mimosas and a brunch entree for about $20....what?! I had surf n turf Benedict (lobster and filet mignon) which is originally $13.50 but I had that and all the mimosas I wanted for $20. Pretty awesome! They still have popular menu items available during brunch such as bang bang shrimp ( the tacos too), steak, burgers, fish, etc. Definitely will be going back for brunch again!
(4)Keifer F.
First time at this Bonefish Grill and I must say the service was so slow. I have a 4 yr and sitting there for 3 hours is way to long to dine. Even the check took 20 minutes! Sad but I probably won't be back anytime soon.
(2)John R.
I was going to write a review about how dirty the bar area was, how they tried to seat five of us at a table of four or about the fact that one of our children ordered fish and got chicken instead. All of that is insignificant to what really prompted me to write my first restaurant review. Shortly after dinner my wife, who is allergic to tree nuts, started to have an allergic reaction to what she was served. That meant that the server either did not know what each dish is made of, the menu descriptions were inaccurate or there were no procedures in place to prevent cross contamination in the kitchen.
(1)Kerri K.
First off let me say that this was not my first visit to Bonefish and it will definitely not be my last. This was my first visit to this Bonefish location and I am so excited to finally have a Bonefish closer to my house then having to drive to the airport to have my fix of Bang Bang Shrimp. If I could eat this dish I would eat it everyday, and although that is probably not so good for my health, I would be extremely happy! Service was quick and efficient which is nice for a location that just opened a little over a month ago. There was a long line when we walked in, but I had called ahead for a reservation. We waited only about 10 minutes for our table which was fine. The only reason I gave this review 4 stars is that the the appetizer came out before we got our bar drinks and even our water. This is not a big deal, but I still would have liked to have had some libations with my appetizer. I had the special which was filet with some kind of lobster and my boyfriend had the sirloin and crab cakes. Both were cooked to perfection and were delicious. Even better for leftovers the next day :) Keep up the great work Bonefish Waterford Lakes and you are sure to have a repeat customer in me! *** Word of advice: Make sure you make a reservation, it will cut your wait time. I am sure this location will have a wait for quite some time. ***
(4)Zachary D.
First time here for our anniversary. Really nice atmosphere and the service was great. However, what really sets the place apart is the amazing food. I ordered the blackened grouper with whipped potatoes, while my wife ordered the steak. Both dishes were delicious. She also ordered a lobster tail. They gave us real butter with a tea light underneath to keep it warm. They were pricey, but they are an upscale restaurant, so that is expected.
(5)Emily B.
I love, love, love their endless bubbles brunch. If you have not done this you have to try it at least once. My favorite is the blackberry sangria OMG! A must have. Also I like their surf and turf but I have to say that I enjoyed the crab omelet more but I love crab. I brought my in laws, husband and kids for the first time and they enjoyed the experience. If you take the kids to brunch just so you know there are only two options pancakes or eggs. My husband decided to try there Bloody Mary and he loved it. He said he was surprised by the blue cheese that was inside the tomato on top of his drink. I have also been here for dinner and like their bang bang shrimp but I love their sushmi. I am never disappointed when I come here I am always satisfied with everything.
(5)Howard M.
The Surf & Turf burger was amazing. The food was awesome. The service was awesome. We had Erika and she was in training, but you would never know. She was great. Her trainer, Jackie G, was very nice too. We will be back!
(5)Dat T.
Had a great time here with my friends every time. The place is roomy and friendly. My favorites are bangbang shrimps and surf & turf egg benedict. This place is my favrite place to brunh. Who would turn down the unlimited mimosa..lol..
(4)Jim W.
Poor quality of food steak feasted like trash and the management was poor quality and did not care
(2)Andi P.
It's a chain, but I have to admit- they do it right! We had a large group and from the moment we were led to the table to the moment we left we were treated with great service! (Though we did have to wait a few minutes to get seated, even with a reservation-- I can totally excuse this for our large group of 12) We started with bread for the table (what appeared to be freshly baked bread!) and I ordered the Grouper special with a side of seasonal veggies and steamed broccoli. I'll admit, I was expecting dry fish of the variety I usually get at large chain restaurants, but this was an incredibly flavorful and moist fish steak. The grouper was cooked perfectly and I could have my choice of sauce (I went with the lemon tomato sauce based on the server's suggestion). They also somehow made broccoli taste rich and savory with fabulous seasoning (and my sodium intake for the day- but I'll take it!). I got to try the Macadamia Nut Brownie, a flourless brownie with raspberry sauce and vanilla ice cream, sprinkled with macadamia nuts. It was good, but the portion was a bit large- definitely made for sharing! Finally, as the group got ready to leave they brought to-go boxes, and though they didn't pack your food for you, they did have some great ocean-inspired drawings on each box! Nice touch!!
(4)Lydia C.
Sat at the bar with my husband for happy hour. The bartenders John and Chelsea were really nice. My husband ordered a paloma which was a little on the sweet side for us but really boozy! I ordered the patron cucumber margarita and loved it. Refreshing and delicious. I really wanted to try the oyster shooters. I'm a fan of a raw oyster in spicy vodka and this one was great! We split the Maryland crab cakes that are really meaty and also split the ceviche that comes in an awesome ice cup! The ceviche is served with a side of corn chips. I look forward to going back to the bar for happy hour another time. Great food and service.
(4)Chris W.
Went here for the first time this past weekend and I will certainly be back. First off we where seated very quickly and our server was great, I had the Ahi Tuna and the rest of my party had the Bang Bang shrimp tacos and the food not only looked well but also tasted amazing. Even with the little space they have they certainly make the most out of it
(5)Zachary D.
First time here for our anniversary. Really nice atmosphere and the service was great. However, what really sets the place apart is the amazing food. I ordered the blackened grouper with whipped potatoes, while my wife ordered the steak. Both dishes were delicious. She also ordered a lobster tail. They gave us real butter with a tea light underneath to keep it warm. They were pricey, but they are an upscale restaurant, so that is expected.
(5)Jerry E.
Took my wife, daughter, and 2 grandkids to Bonefish tonight for another great meal. We started with Calamari and Bang Bang Shrimp. Now I see what all the fuss is about the BBS. My 11 yr-old granddaughter who is shy around new dishes, especially those with spi**s, absolutely devoured them. I had the lightly breaded Orange Roughy with a light crab butter sauce, which was cooked perfectly, and delicious. The soups were not quite as tasty, both the lobster and crab/corn chowder, but my wife said maybe it was that the BBS were so rich. And I have to say our service, provided by Colleen, was top-notch.
(5)BJ E.
Simply, not worth it. I felt like Michael Douglas in "Falling Down" just trying to get to this place. Unfortunately, the mental anguish provided by Waterford Lakes area traffic didn't go away upon entering this place, it only augmented. I was quoted a 20 minute wait (which isn't bad). Figuring on a quick adult beverage to settle the nerves, we proceeded to the bar. They don't really have a vast beer selection (Only a few on tap). So, I went with a Stella. 10 minutes later, a second. The bar tables are beginning to erupt with loud, obnoxious real estate people cat-calling and high-fiving (not even catching the flipside). Louder and louder the noise grows. It's been 30 minutes, where's my flipping table far away from these jerks and why are they getting louder? 40 minutes - Beer 3 - Am I the only one annoyed by these people? No. Other patrons are starting to stare. Where's my f'n table? Finally, the bartender takes notice. Bartender: "Weren't you waiting on a table?" Yes, yes, yes. She finally understands the anguish that has been building inside of my soul. Bartender: "You may want to check on that." No, no, no. I have to go speak to someone...the agony. I politely asked the hostess if there was an issue with us getting a table. Hostess: "We must have missed something. We will put you to the top of the list" I give up. Life, why have you betrayed me so. Here is your pager back. I'll just dine at the bar since the loudmouths appear to be on their way out. But, wait...as I'm walking back to my bar-stool my hand is suddenly pulled away from my body. I am now face to face in a forced handshake with everything that I distaste. A man, sweaty, slurred speech, greased hair, a shirt unbuttoned too far down, revealing the greasy swirl of chest hair that is usually only reserved for Greeks. Why is he touching me? Sweaty, Drunk, Real Estate Guy: Let me ask you something. Would you buy a house from this lady? (Pointing to embarrassed, junior co-worker). Me: No. SDREG: (getting angry) Why, not? You don't think she's attractive? Me: Why would that have anything to do with it? (She was maybe a 6) SDREG: Whatever, you'd do her if you could. Me: More of a chance than you do. Even with my wife now standing next to me. I skirt past the man back to the bar with a feeling of some type of relief. Yada, yada...come to find out from the bartender that the guy is a regular and had been drinking at the bar for quite some time. Oh, and one of the guys a hootin' and a hollerin' at the table worked at this restaurant. Numb. We ate. It was alright. Paid our bill and left, never to return. Save yourself the trouble, too. My recommendation as a substitute would be: Long John Silvers, a game of Edward Forty-hands and hanging out with the guys that love watching MMA pay-per-views.
(2)Dean G.
I want to take a moment to give a big shout out to bonefish. Yes I frequently eat there often but yesterday it was most special then most. I decided to bring there 60 plus of my friends and clients and the service was phenomenal, food was phenomenal and ambience was amazing!!! Looking forward to the next big party, small event or just stop in for a quick drink at my favorite watering hole!!!
(5)Tracey F.
We went for the Tuesday night specials on lobster. it's a great value. I ordered the Blackberry press sangria, very tasty.You get a little mini pitcher which has about 2.5 glasses for 9.50 . I ordered the lobster sliders which is really just a lobster roll. It was full of amazing chunks of lobster and served with a side.i ordered a side lobster tail for another 8 bucks. My son ordered the steak topped with a lobster sauce. It was a little tough but what do you want from a sirloin. It was stilla nice meal for the money. The service was good and efficient.
(3)Emily B.
I love, love, love their endless bubbles brunch. If you have not done this you have to try it at least once. My favorite is the blackberry sangria OMG! A must have. Also I like their surf and turf but I have to say that I enjoyed the crab omelet more but I love crab. I brought my in laws, husband and kids for the first time and they enjoyed the experience. If you take the kids to brunch just so you know there are only two options pancakes or eggs. My husband decided to try there Bloody Mary and he loved it. He said he was surprised by the blue cheese that was inside the tomato on top of his drink. I have also been here for dinner and like their bang bang shrimp but I love their sushmi. I am never disappointed when I come here I am always satisfied with everything.
(5)Christine R.
I have been to this location of Bonefish Grill three times and I really wanted to like it. Each time I have been there the wait staff is very friendly and helpful but that doesn't overcome the lack of attention to the food by the kitchen. The last two times I have been there, at least one of the items ordered was cold. When I say cold, the onion and tomato on the hamburger was frozen solid. The last time I was there the pot stickers had to be sent back to be warmed up. On the plus side the cucumber margarita was really good, very refreshing with the cucumber slices and lime. One other thing about the Waterford location is the restaurant itself is a little hard to find but once you find it there is plenty of parking available.
(3)Holly N.
Food: I had liked coming here during the summer when they had the Lobster special. The new items on their regular menu isn't that great. The food here either taste too salty, too saucy, or just plain bland. Customer service: So-so. Sometime it is great while other time you are completely neglected. Ambiance: The decor is sorta upscale like. Dark furniture and very clean look.
(3)Princess F.
My dinner was fantastic. Our service was great. We had a wonderful time here with friends & family.
(5)John P.
I love coming here. Great food, great atmosphere, descent prices. The drinks are pretty good. I especially enjoy their Martinis. Per my avatar, I didn't enjoy my glasses bottom breaking off and having water spill on me. They knew the glasses were defective so why they were still using them, I don't understand. They did give me a free Martini and remove an appetizer off the bill. That was very fair of them. Only con: the service usually isn't that great. Not bad, but not anywhere near great either. It was okay.
(4)Fay L.
Tried the blackened fish tacos with side if fries.. The taco shells were a far cry from soft. It tasted as if it was microwaved too long. The first shell was 1/3 hard, second one was half hard, come the third shell I was hitting it with my fork to prove a point. The fish didn't seem fresh due to fishy taste and mango salsa lacked the sweetness of the mango and tanginess from the cilantro and other herbs. The fries were not crispy...overall the waitress was very friendly, the service was good. Only great things were the fresh bread and pesto dip and the filtered water.
(2)Todd W.
First ever visit to this location and we felt fortunate to find immediate seating at the end of one of the hightop tables near the bar. After waiting almost five minues, the first person to come to our table put drinks in front of us that were not for us. We told her that we hadn't been asked to order yet. A few minutes later, a different server brought us a glass of wine and we told him the same thing. Finally, a server came to us, cleaned the table, brought menus and took our drink orders. Drinks were good, although we only had a glass of sangria and a draft beer, and even those took too long to arrive. Even our server apologized for how long we waited for those drinks. Our seating choice allowed us to order from the Bar Bites menu and we asked about the dim sum style buns with pork. When we asked how many were in one order, our server specifically said we would have about five of them. We were rather disappointed that the actual quantity was exactly three. While they had a decent taste, we would not have ordered this item had the server accurately told us there were only three. Our entrees were the Bang Bang tacos with a side of house chips and the BBQ grilled pork dish. The tacos were tasty and fresh, but the chips were overcooked and had virtually no flavor whatsoever. It is tough to make a bad batch of those type of potato chips, but the kitchen pulled it off. I subsituted green beans for whatever they usually served with the BBQ grilled pork and sweet potato mash and the bowl presentation was excellent. Just wish it had tasted as good as it looked. The pork was chewy and bland and I could only taste the BBQ sauce. For a $50 meal, there were just too many things in our experience that were average or worse. We were surprised because we honestly expect better from Bonefish.
(2)Sarah F.
Delicious food and great service. I really liked the ambiance and the restaurant was pristine. They have daily deals $15-$20 three course meals. One of my friends doesn't like shrimp therefore we were able to order bang bang chicken which was a win! The order of our appetizer took a little longer than expected, which the manager the. Came to our table and apologized as well providing it on the house. Overall great experience for the Waterford area. Everyone was satisfied and will be back.
(5)Tiffany V.
First of all, I absolutely HATED that hideous, cheap brown paper bag type covering over the tables. What is that and why is that necessary? It really bugged me, obviously, especially because I feel like I would've felt like I was at a much fancier restaurant otherwise, even though it is a chain. Overall, the presentation could've used a tiny bit of help, as my Tilapia Imperial was brought to my table slightly deconstructed - I suppose since it was so stuffed, which of course, is NOT the worst thing ever! The dish itself was actually absolutely delicious! My husband had a grilled salmon with the pan Asian sauce, which I also tried and it was fabulous! To end our dinner date, we shared a creme brûlée, which was so much bigger than I imagined it would be! Service was good, as well. We'll more than likely return in the future!
(4)Paul G.
The first thing I noticed about this BFG is the waiting area is really small. Any other time of year we'd stand outside, but it was cold the day we went. But with a touch of kindness and class, a hostess came around with some Bang Bang Shrimp for everyone to sample while we waited. Bravo! They also passed around some menus for us to look at. I'm a really indecisive guy, so this was a great help... or so I thought. Once we were seated, all my planning went out the window when I saw there was a daily special menu. THAT would have been helpful to have while we waited to be seated. My plan went out the window as I had a whole new set of items to consider. Speaking of seating, we noticed there were a number of tables that remained unseated. Our guess is that they didn't want to overwhelm the wait staff. But here's my thought: I'd prefer to wait while seated at my table instead of waiting on my feet in a waiting area that's too small. Our server was really nice, if not a bit forgetful. I ordered the lobster stuffed shrimp as an appetizer, and it is awesome! I also ordered the crab cakes as an entree and added an order of crab fried rice as a side. While the crab cakes were great; be sure to ask for cocktail sauce. I'd say don't bother with the crab fried rice. It was bland and had a strange texture for fried rice. The cous cous wasn't bad, just not my preference. My wife's meal was okay. She ordered the kobe beef burger. It didn't have much flavor. Thankfully we shared the fish and chips as an appetizer. I look forward to coming back soon. I'll be sure to ask for a specials menu while we wait.
(4)Kay Y.
Alright alright - so I was contacted by management awhile ago through my disappointment with them when I contacted them. I was able to make my way back over to the same location. I've also gone back other times. I didn't refer to my prior visits when I've gone here afterwards... The dish I get most of the time here for dinner is the Chilean Sea Bass. When they grill it right, it is off the charts! They give you 3 choices of sauces which if you're indecisive, you can get all three. The fish itself when done right gets so juicy and just flakes right off onto your fork. Sometimes they even have a little charred spots where its slightly smokey and crunchy - those are my faves with the skin. Unfortunately, I've also had it when they left it on the grill too long and cause it to be dry. Also I've noticed the fish has been frozen just a tad pass their prime. Bummer. When the normal size of the fish cost about 27 dollars, I really want it be done right. (BTW, I would suggest not ordering the small size because its really not worth it but get the normal one for a couple dollars) The service has been good the few times I've gone back and don't mind going again for casual dinners. They were tentative and very friendly. I thought the manager of this particular location handle the situation appropriately and applaud him for contacting me after I expressed my concerns on the website.
(3)Lisa S.
Bonefish offers dependably good food and service at all their locations, though I tend to find the overall prices a little on the higher side.The shrimp appetizer is always a crowd pleaser and the fish and steak entrees prepared beautifully. I would recommend the grilled grouper prepared with the lemon and artichoke sauce. The cocktails may be a good deal at happy hour, but we were disappointed in the watermelon martini which, in addition to being overpriced, was advertised to have frozen watermelon ice cubes, but rather had room temperature chunks of melon on a toothpick with the drink.
(3)Kady W.
I went here for some Sunday brunch action. I didn't even know Bonefish offered brunch until my friends chose this place for that reason. As expected, the place was packed with patrons. My friends already arrived before me so I was able to weave through the hustle and bustle and plop down at our table. Scanning the menu, I immediately noticed the unlimited drinks special. With the purchase of certain entrees, you can add unlimited: mimosas, blackberry sangrias, or bellinis for only $20! Sold! Mimosa flavors came in orange juice, passion fruit, and peach. Drinks orders were backed up since they were squeezing fresh orange juice and couldn't keep up with the demand. I chose the surf & turf benedict; while my bf ordered the kobe burger. My benedict came with 2 lobster claws and 2 filet tips. The filet pieces were obviously small so they were overcooked. The lobster claws were actually the perfect texture! My bf's burger came well done(wasn't expecting that) and surprisingly flavorless. We chose potato gratin as our entree sides. The potatoes were cubed, firm, and cheesy. The restaurant was packed so I didn't want to wait some more by sending our food back. The highlight of our meal were the drinks. Maybe we picked the wrong items? Whatever, I don't care. Nice server, okay food, & unlimited drinks. You make your own call if you want to go here.
(3)Thysis R.
Bonefish saved the day for my birthday party. I was truly ecstatic when they told me that they could accommodate my party of 20 plus people last weekend. I originally had reservations with one of their competitors but I was only allowed to reserve for 12 people. I requested to have my party seated outside on the covered patio and they delivered! It was so nice to walk in seeing a table for 20 all set and waiting for my guests. Since it was already dark by the time we a arrived they had beautiful white twinkle lights on all of the trees and lit candles on the tables. It was absolutely gorgeous! We had 2 to 3 waiters at all times taking our drink and food orders. Timing was perfect with the delivery of food and drinks. The wait staff was amazing! No issues. Everyone in my party throughly enjoyed their meals including myself. I chose to have the Pineapple Martini and the Kobe burger. Both were delish! I was surprised with a dessert since it was birthday. It was very rich chocolate brownies with vanilla ice cream! Can you say yum? I'll be honest I kind of forget that this location is there because it's not located in the hustle and bustle of Waterford Lakes. I'm so glad a friend reminded me about them. Thank you Bonefish for a wonderful experience. We will definitely be back!
(5)Mustapha T.
I visited the Place yesterday with my family . We set on the outside kind of covered patio , it was nice but I wish if the lights were a bit brighter but in all the food was so good and the service was great . It was my first time and I enjoyed it very much .
(5)Courtney L.
Bonefish never disappoints. Love the Rita's chicken, crab corn chowder, and bang bang shrimp!
(5)Alissa H.
Ryan B is a great server, prompt and courteous. Food was on point, Bang bang shrimp app was too good! Better than the dynamite shrimp at TuTu Tango and a huge portion in comparison. Fiancé loved the lobster better than Charlie's steak house(yeah I know it's a steak house, but still a 300.00 dinner) Good Job Bonefish and superb job Ryan B! Bravo!
(5)Nathan P.
My wife and I went to Bonefish Grill on a Wednesday night for the Bang Wednesday deals. Every Wednesday, they have their bang bang shrimp specials starting at $5 bucks. We got there around 8:30, and the restaurant was really busy, but we didn't have too wait for long. We started with the bread for the table, which was freshly baked, and came with olive oil and Italian seasoning for dip. I was really happy that it came out quickly because we were starving when we got there. The service at this place was great. Our waiter made sure that we were taken care of, and we never really had to flag him down at all. He was very attentive, and he kept our glass full which is a good thing if you eating spicy fried shrimp. My wife ordered the Bang Bang shrimp tacos, and she also ordered the bang bang shrimp. I ordered the surf & turf burger, which is bang bang shrimp on top of a burger served with fries. The bang bang shrimp was really good. I'm a big fan of Bonefish Grill's bang bang shrimp. The burger was good, but it just wasn't as amazing as it sounds. I like the fact they put bang bang shrimp on top of a burger but as far as burgers goes, it wasn't the best I've ever had. However, my wife's shrimp tacos were amazing. She absolutely loved it. Bottom Line: It was a pretty good dinner for the two of us. I would go back for the bang bang shrimp and the shrimp tacos, but I would skip the burger. Bonefish doesn't really do burgers well, i'll just stick to Burger 21, Oblivion, or Graffiti Junktion for that. For a chain restaurant, they usually do it right when it comes to seafood. They are much better than most seafood chain restaurants I've been too. I would suggest you check them out. If you do check them out, order the bang bang shrimp as an appetizer. Man I said "bang bang" in this review a lot.
(4)Kevin S.
Delicious food, great atmosphere and exactly as advertised. Went here on a Monday night for business, had ahi tuna appetizer (great), followed by the angler (16oz) steak along with au gratin potatoes. I sat at the bar in order to watch the nba playoffs. Good local beer, as well as a good wine list. The bartenders were more than helpful as well as informative about the area and the menu. Will definitely be back .
(5)Suzanne J.
Every time I visit this location I'm greeted by great staff and genuine waiters with personality. My friend and I used to go for their happy hour and bang bang shrimp, also a great location for clean eaters since they have veggies. Great atmosphere and pomegranate martini's are fun to sip while sitting outside by the fire pit. Not too big on seafood chains but this location in particular I give a thumbs up for dinner with friends.
(4)Sarah K.
When I got the invite to join some friends after work I couldn't resist. The happy hour monster was unleashed. They have really good drink specials and a new small plates menu at the bar. I ordered a vodka martini, dirty with blue cheese stuffed olives and as usual it was delicious. And since it was Bang Bang Shrimp Wednesday for $6 we split a couple of those, also fantastic. Giovanna was our waitress and she is great, we always request her and you should too.
(4)Amalia R.
It was my first time here. I came straight from the airport. I was so tired I just wanted a really good meal and go home and sleep. The bread with olive oil and pesto!!! WOAH!!!! AMAZING!!!! I started off with a Cesar Salad and had the Wood-Grilled Wild Mahi Mahi with the Mango Sauce and Truffle Macarroni and Cheese. - Cesar Salad: It was good but I have had better - Wood-Grilled Mahi Mahi with Mango Sauce: It was amazing, I loved it, cooked to perfection but it was so small!! - Truffle Macarroni and Cheese: AMAZING!! SOO SOO SOO GOOD!!!! Even though, it was a small portions by the end of the meal I was so stuffed!!! My mom had the Shrimp Pad Thai. She really loved it. It was a nice big portion and she ate it all. And I have to mention our waitress Jennifer!!! She was so nice, so helpful and we just moved to the area and she gave us great tips of where to go and what to do around.
(4)Christina G.
I went here for brunch on Sunday. The brunch menu sounds absolutely amazing but we were sadly disappointed. This restaurant has the ambience, the dollar signs and the potential to be a five-star restaurant, but it's truly not. I had high hopes for a good restaurant in East Orlando because we are lacking them. I had the crème brûlée French toast and my fiancé had the surf and turf eggs Benedict. Both were disappointing. The French toast was made from a French baguette and was extremely hard and chewy. If the restaurant had soaked it in either cream or syrup it could've been 100 times better. The filet on the eggs Benedict was questionable if it was even filet mignon. Basically there were about two bites of "filet" total on the dish. The meat was overcooked and it almost seemed as if it had been pre-cooked and then added on the eggs Benedict after it was ordered. The eggs on the eggs Benedict came out looking like pancakes as opposed to fluffy and white. Really the only compliment I have for brunch is the unlimited mimosas and bloody Mary's. Also, the service was amazing. For those reasons I give it three stars.
(3)Aireen C.
Their sangrias are so good and the price is very affordable. Their ahi tuna, corn chowder soup, and all the salads, are delicious! And of course, we come for the bang bang shrimp!
(4)Jami V.
One of my favorite places to eat grilled seafood. Bonefish always has consistently good food and seasonal variety. There's a nice happy hour menu and I've brought my toddler a handful of times--and everyone handled it well :) Currently they've got soft shell crabs! As a former Marylander, I rushed in to enjoy a soft shell crab stuffed with a 'Maryland' crab cake. Tuesday are lobster Tuesdays, there's a special lobster menu only available on Tuesdays. While it's annoying that I can't have my lobster slider in Fridays, somehow I manage to go on. There's outdoor seating (heated as needed, but this is Florida!) And they recently rolled out a brunch offering with a variety of eggs Benedict.
(5)Mercy L.
I've only been to Bonefish once before this time and I got some weird rainbow trout. I was hesitant to return but figured since it was for brunch and a few years have passed, I may as well give it another shot. I was sincerely shocked and impressed at the menu's first glance. They had a variety of brunch items that included traditional omelette and eggs Benedict, but some interesting dishes like the Kobe and egg burger, surf and turf Benedict, and of course bang bang shrimp Benedict. They had some lunch items that included regular burgers some fish tacos and salads. What won me over was the $12 endless mimosa, Bellini, or blackberry sangria. If you got a meal and wanted the endless drinks, it was only $20! Presentation and plating were average, my "medium rare" burger came back well, but the flavor, variety, and affordability were all there.
(4)Dale O.
I'm not usually one to rave about a chain, but I'll make an exception for Bonefish. If Red Lobster could be more like Bonefish in general and this location in particular, they wouldn't be in the mess they're in. The service today and on prior visits was attentive without being obtrusive. The food is tasty and somewhat creative, but you still won't bust your budget dining here. Our recent lunch was served pretty quickly, and we enjoyed every bite: Bang bang shrimp tacos incorporated their signature shrimp in a soft tortilla with lots of fresh chopped tomatoes and a sauce that worked perfectly to make the three tacos delightfully flavorful. The side dish of Asian slaw was a treat- if you do go, be sure to order this tasty side. Another must try is the cucumber margarita. OMFG, it was good! The rim of the highball glass was coated in salt AND cracked pepper, to compliment the cucumber slices that swam with lime slices in the cocktail. We also sampled the 'American Kobe' beef hamburger. Very good, but not spectacular, still worth ordering if you just have to have a burger. Although the degree of doneness isn't an option ( I like a little pink inside) it's still a tasty, if somewhat small sandwich, with fresh attractive veggies on top and a pretty good bun.. There are a choice of cheeses available, and the bleu cheese we chose really overpowered the delicate flavor of the Kobe style beef, so one of the other options might be better.. Fries looked to be fresh cut and were tasty. One minor problem with the food was handled quickly by our server, and with a smile.. I recommend this place.
(4)Cpt L L.
Been there when they opened a couple years ago, maybe 3 times. Always gone right before they closed. Nice inside and good service. I just don't find the menu to impressive.
(2)Jennifer R.
My new favorite place for brunch! Seriously, where can you get delicious food with endless drinks for $20? I almost don't want to review it and bring attention to this so I don't have to share with everyone else. My favorite used to be the Bang Bang eggs Benedict and then I had the surf and turf eggs Benedict. Both of these are so damn delicious I don't know what to do with myself. Then add in the endless Mimosas/Bellinis or Blackberry Sangria and you've officially entered heaven. Aside from brunch their food at dinner and lunch is always great. The lobster grilled cheese is crazy good and I could easily be addicted the to Bang Bang shrimp. Go, eat, drink, enjoy!
(5)Christina H.
This was our first visit to Bonefish. I am happy that we have a non-Red Lobster option in the Waterford area for seafood. That is great. Of course, it's still a chain, but a much nicer chain, so that's all good. Our service was pretty good, but then again, we were there meeting up with some old friends and were in absolutely no rush. Everything was a bit on the slower side, but we had a grand time chatting and it wasn't really a problem for us. A very large party was seated in our area after we got our appetizers, and then things went south a bit. The food runner forgot a couple of our side dishes (pumpkin ravioli), and our sever didn't come back by for quite a while to check on us, so that was kind of a bummer. Overall the food was very good. The drinks were excellent (white cranberry cosmo was yummy). We had a fantastic time. But we were having a good night, and so the service problems weren't such a big deal to us. I could easily see where it could really irritate someone that was having a rough day. I had the grilled scallops and shrimp. It looked like a small portion, but I still wasn't able to finish. I loved the bang bang shrimp appetizer so much next time I may get the bang bang shrimp tacos. Good stuff! Hopefully the service issues are just new-restauraunt problems and things will get better over time.
(4)Devin M.
I'm really mad at you guys right now because I just drove across town to have lunch with my mom and you are not open until 4:00pm despite this yelp profile saying you open at 11:00am. I WAS REALLY EXCITED FOR BANGBANG SHRIMP!
(1)April N.
We came in for my boyfriend's birthday in the afternoon. The hostess was able to seat us immediately, and we looked around the place. I wasn't a big fan of the atmosphere here. The colors and decoration seemed bland. Also, the hostess seated us in a location with the sun shining directly into my face, which was highly uncomfortable. Fortunately, the manager promptly moved the outside seating covering to block the sun, which was nice of him. We started with a few appetizers- an edamame hummus and ahi tuna sashimi. Both were excellent. Especially for the price! There was so much hummus that we could barely finish it, and the tuna dish could have been it's own meal. I would definitely order these again. For my main dish, I ordered the surf and turf meal. It was a sirloin with crab cakes on the side. I was highly disappointed by my sirloin. I ordered for medium, but it came out so well done I couldn't even finish the steak. The crab cakes, however, were delicious. I would give this meal another try before completely rejecting it. Perhaps the cook was slightly off that night on steaks. We were too full for dessert, so we just took the check at this point. Despite the overcooked steak, I surprisingly enjoyed my meal here! I would come back just to order the hummus again actually! Not bad, I'll give it another go to see if the results are the same.
(4)Alexander J. T.
I love this place. My wife & I frequent this location for happy hour (everyday from 4-6:30). Hard to beat good wine for $3.25. Bar staff is friendly, & always have great recommendations. No more happy hour food, but the new bar bites menu is great & affordable.
(5)David G.
I've loved Bonefish Grill for a long time. And this is no different. This Bonefish grill location is a wonderful gem tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the Waterford Lakes shopping center. Sure, it gets busy, but not crazy busy. The decor is nice, standard for the restaurant chain. The tables are somewhat close together and you can feel cramped with those sitting next to and around you. The food, as it should be, is the main draw. Lots of great seafood options, including the infamous bang bang shrimp. WIth both the surf and turf options available, they provide you different ways on how you want your fish or steak cooked, along with different sauces/glazes. Overall, this is a great place to take family and friends to. And the brunch on Sunday is fantastic, especially for those who love to imbibe the bubble beverages.
(4)Gina B.
This place looks very romantic at night!! I went here on my Birthday and they drinks were amazing and the food was great. It is alil bit costly but well worth it!!
(4)Gisela G.
Love coming here for the Endless Bubbles brunch! The mimosas are great, and I usually order the Surf n' Turf Eggs Benedict. It has yet to let me down. Also, the Bang Bang Shrimp is a must have.
(5)Francisco M.
This location did not feel like a traditional Bonefish. We usually visit the Airport location and we always receive great food but unfortunately we did not encounter that here. I am basing my three star review mostly on the great service we received from Chelsea. As far as the food goes, it was a miss. My friend and I had to send our Lobster tails back because they were completely overcooked and hard. I usually do not send things back but this was inedible and rubbery. Lobster is so easy to overcook but if you work in a Seafood restaurant, this should be second nature to you. The manager brought us 2 new tails and made a comment that she was sorry that the original tails were slightly hard. They were not slightly, they were completely overcooked. The filet I had with the lobster was cooked to perfection, tender and very flavorful. As for the service, Chelsea was very nice and provided excellent service. She was prompt and took care of all our requests. I will continue to dine at Bonefish but not this location.
(3)Simon A.
One More Try Here To Get A Review To Stick But Bonefish Grille Is Another Good Place to Eat & Discovered Even Before Moving to Orlando, The Must Have Item On the Menu Is the Bang Bang Shrimp & The Best Time to Enjoy It Is At Happy Hour! I Have Enjoyed Every Meal & Drink, Newest Libation Discovered is the BlackBerry Sangria Wow Is It Ever Flavorful & Compliments So Much. Most Excellent
(4)Chris P.
Went here for lunch a couple of weeks ago with a friend. They just started serving lunch so the place was not packed at all. We opted to sit out on their covered patio. It was very nice and breezy. Even when it started to rain very hard we didn't get wet at all. The service was fast and attentive. Their bang bang shrimp appetizer was delicious. We both chose the half chicken pesto wrap and corn chowder. The wrap was good, the soup was phenomenal. Loved their lunch!
(5)Amber H.
The newest location of Bonefish in Orlando has a lovely patio for dining. Altough I made a reservation, we still had to wait for a table. I have had the bang bang shrimp many times so this time I decided to try the ceviche. It was good and refreshing, but could have used more cilantro for my taste. My main dish was the stuffed tilapia that had a great flavor and was cooked to perfection. The most appealing part of this restaurant was the outdoor patio.
(3)Ryan T.
It was great when it first opened. However in the last 3 months the food has not been good the last 2 times I have been there. Still great in other locations.
(1)Jackie B.
$3 house wines for happy hour! Select apps for HH too!
(5)Katie W.
Came here for brunch for the first time and I really enjoyed it. I ordered the creme brulee french toast and my husband ordered the American Kobe burger. Both meals were great. The french toast had a nice sugary coating and it what not too crazy sweet. No need for syrup, it was perfect without it. The burger was juicy and the special sauce that came on it was yummy!
(4)Anna H.
We picked this #1 We could not find the restaurant we wanted #2 it's a relative of Outback. Same all over the country and we have visited other BFG's. A big mistake for us. Mid afternoon so not crowded and extra staff. As we were being seated it was noticeable the tables, seats and even the floor around th booth were littered with crumbs, so we tried booth #2 much the same so we just brushed the crumbs to the floor. Service was prompt and friendly, me white wine my companion Mango Side Car. I have to give them high marks on the drinks they are always a treat. Starters of Wagyu Beef Ginger Dumpling and Ceviche. Dumplings were spot on, not so much the Ceviche. Shrimp and fish were soggy not crisp as expected when cooked for the proper amount of time in the acids. Tasteless with almost no taste of lime or celantro. We did ask for it to be taken away immideatly. I always laugh when the response is we'll bring you a "fresh one". What this is stale?..To their credit the kitchen manager did come to the table, comped the dish and apologize. He should have stopped there. Instead he stuck his size 13 in his mouth and told us they "blanch" the Shrimp and Fish in boiling water before putting it into the lemon/lime solution. By now I was foaming at the mouth, so I belted down the remainder of my wine to block the pain. Entree was the Bang Bang Shrimp taco and from the special menu Soft Shell Crab stuffed with whole lump crab meat. This was delish. Capers and lemons were just the right amount of tartness to balance the richness of the crab. My poor companion with the bad Ceviche now got the bad Tacos. The middle of the taco was soft, the outside like a doroto without the good flavor. We could not bring ourselves to stay for dessert. Dishes cleared, check paid, tip given. Out the door we go, not so fast in her hast to get us out the waitperson spilled the stale taco shells all over the floor when removing the plates. I hope they clean them up before the next guest. Were off to look for our original choice.
(3)Shanen C.
What a wonderful experience here! Our server was awesome and knew the menu (including the drinks) right off the top of his head and made great suggestions! Their new bowl selections were delicious as well as the shrimp tacos! We would visit this location again and suggest to others!
(5)David G.
Kobe Beef Burger is good and Bang Bang Shrimp are only $6 on Wednesday can't beat that!!!
(4)Robert W.
well, for a chain restaurant it is the worst deal for the money. the staff is good and friendly. the restaurant looked clean and the ambience was relaxed, but. my problems with that chain are as follow: 1. for a trendy restaurant you get thin cardboard for table clothes. giving you the impression that you are going to get cracking crab and lobster, it made the place look cheap. 2. the menu choices, what choice? you get a handful of choices. not one thing matches with the others, meaning if you want to make a meal of your choosing. you get the picture! 3. small portions, some of the appetizer are bigger then the entrè. 4. overpriced, I guess all you pay for is a good looking restaurant. overall I left dinner only to pick up a burger on the way home. I guess the answers to the common question, will I go there again? no.
(2)Tu D.
Wanted to try Bonefish Grill so I decided to go to the newest and oddest location of the chain restaurant. Located in the middle of a plaza which consists of mainly medical practices probably trying to cash in on the Waterford crowd. Started off with their famous bang bang shrimp...it was very good but if you're not much into food doused in sauce I wouldn't recommend it. I am a sauce divo so I enjoyed it My entree was the diablo shrimp pasta again doused in a rich cream sauce(was good but wasn't great) the pasta was a delicious spinach fettuccine cooked al dente which was unexpected All in all food was good nothing to write home about (but good enough to yelp about for a first review badge lol) service was pretty decent for a place that had only been open for a few days.
(3)Crystal N.
It's a nice location, nice view, great service. However, I wouldn't trust if the food was clean. My boyfriend ordered some chicken teriyaki and got so sick that night, he was vomiting all night, then had a high fever. He had food poisoning. I don't think the chef know how to handle cooking the meat properly. I thought we had a great dinner at this place, not so much anymore until my boyfriend got sick. We are very not please at this place.
(1)Leslie S.
I've had the pleasure of eating at Bonefish Grill before and have always ordered the Chilean sea bass. If you don't mind a little fried, I would recommend the bang bang shrimp. I LOVED the house salad too.
(5)David K.
Being a chain restaurant, I can honestly say that my expectations weren't set astronomically high when I entered, but everyone seemed to work quickly to overcome that, almost as if they knew. When we arrived, the door was opened for us by a hostess who warmly greeted us, a nice touch. She then told us there was a 30-40 minute wait time, but when I went to put our name in, we were seated promptly, signs of miscommunication but a nice surprise. Our server was Cindy, and she was nothing short of phenomenal. Enthusiastic, knowledgable and more than willing and eager to make sure we were happy and she certainly succeeded. It almost seemed like she was trained at Chick-fil-A. No detail went unnoticed, even the tiny napkins were replaced under our water glasses when they got too wet. The bread was spot on perfect, crispy crust and soft inside, paired properly with a pesto oil instead of bland butter. The bang bang shrimp was excellent in both flavor and texture, and coming from someone who usually hates shrimp, that says A LOT. My dad got the Tilapia, my mom the Crab Cakes, and myself the Lily's Chicken. All the entrees were stellar. The chicken was probably some of the juiciest I've ever had. It also paired well with the spinach, artichokes and goat cheese it was topped with. Another plus was the happy hour going on while we were there, where I was able to get $3 glasses of wine. As good as it was, nothing is ever 100% perfect. The jasmine rice was a little too dry, the garlic mashed potatoes I received with my order after asking for scalloped may have wowed someone used to eating instant potatoes but they weren't anything I haven't had before, and the tomatoes with basil, and feta needed more feta. All in all though, for the money, Bonefish is hard to beat for the combination of excellent service and quality of food. Definitely a must-return for me, and a must visit for you if you haven't gone already!
(5)Nhu N.
Went to try this bonefish as we have been to the one on sandlake and love it. Food is great but the service was terrible! We were not offered any bread and the waiter had an attitude with us. They need to hire better staff here.
(2)Darryl R.
Their food was AMAZING!!! Let me start off by complimenting them on their signature shrimp appetizer. It was very good. Secondly their crab cakes were probably the best I have ever had. Next, their customer service was really good. I really appreciate when the waitresses know everything that the restaurant serves. Our waitress was great. She recommended almost my entire meal and was spot on!!!
(5)Eric W.
My wife and I LOVE Bonefish Grill. It is our favorite seafood place. You can't go wrong here. It goes without saying, but of course the Bang Bang shrimp and Ahi Tuna Sashimi are just wonderful appetizers. Our "go to" favorite entrees are the Pecan Crusted Rainbow trout and the Salmon. Now I will let you in on a secret that was given to us by a waitress a while back. When ordering the Salmon, order it with both the Lemon Butter AND the Pan Asian sauce. The combination of the two sauces will rock your world. This place is just over the top!
(5)Adam B.
The chowder was really good and the trout was tasty but become boring real quick.
(4)Helena H.
I normally don't write reviews on chain restaurants because it's a chain...they are all pretty much the exact same and we know what to expect, but I ate brunch here for the first time and felt it was worth mentioning. I've been to bonefish a bunch of times, but like I said, have never had brunch until now. They offer bottomless mimosas for $12 along with other cocktails and beverage choices but the bottomless mimosas are what got me hooked. There aren't a ton of brunch options, maybe 15...omelettes, Benedicts, and then creme brûlée French toast (SO GOOD) and oatmeal, etc. You can have endless mimosas and a brunch entree for about $20....what?! I had surf n turf Benedict (lobster and filet mignon) which is originally $13.50 but I had that and all the mimosas I wanted for $20. Pretty awesome! They still have popular menu items available during brunch such as bang bang shrimp ( the tacos too), steak, burgers, fish, etc. Definitely will be going back for brunch again!
(4)Keifer F.
First time at this Bonefish Grill and I must say the service was so slow. I have a 4 yr and sitting there for 3 hours is way to long to dine. Even the check took 20 minutes! Sad but I probably won't be back anytime soon.
(2)John R.
I was going to write a review about how dirty the bar area was, how they tried to seat five of us at a table of four or about the fact that one of our children ordered fish and got chicken instead. All of that is insignificant to what really prompted me to write my first restaurant review. Shortly after dinner my wife, who is allergic to tree nuts, started to have an allergic reaction to what she was served. That meant that the server either did not know what each dish is made of, the menu descriptions were inaccurate or there were no procedures in place to prevent cross contamination in the kitchen.
(1)Debra L.
I was so excited to find out they opened in Waterford (no more long drives to longwood). My favorite thing at Bonefish is the bang bang shrimp and I do not eat seafood!! Actually it's my favorite app of all time (to date) Gorgonzola butter is also quite yummy on the steak. The only reason they did not get 5 stars is the open windows with the people who are waiting right there staring at you eating. Also they have to tighten up on the staff a little but that is expected when a restaurant first opens.
(4)Birdie H.
They had a rough night but tried to make it right. I appreciate the manager attempting to make it right. I will certainly give them another chance. Food was great for me. Will be back!
(4)Victor C.
Always wanted to try their Brunch. We had a Buy one Get One free coupon so we thought we would try it while we were at Waterford. Problem was that we had breakfast already. We checked and they said they would accept it on any lunch item. The Host was very nice and made sure we would be taken care of. Seated quickly even though it was post-church rush. Server quickly took our drink orders and returned fast with them. I had the a Fontina Pork Chop medium. Cooked perfectly. J had the chicken breast. Again perfect. Vegetables were not over cooked. Great service and atmosphere. Recommend for anyone. With or without a coupon.
(5)Uyen D.
Bang bang was good, scallops and shrimp with lemon butter was pretty good but the scallops could have been bigger. Service was great
(3)Kerri K.
First off let me say that this was not my first visit to Bonefish and it will definitely not be my last. This was my first visit to this Bonefish location and I am so excited to finally have a Bonefish closer to my house then having to drive to the airport to have my fix of Bang Bang Shrimp. If I could eat this dish I would eat it everyday, and although that is probably not so good for my health, I would be extremely happy! Service was quick and efficient which is nice for a location that just opened a little over a month ago. There was a long line when we walked in, but I had called ahead for a reservation. We waited only about 10 minutes for our table which was fine. The only reason I gave this review 4 stars is that the the appetizer came out before we got our bar drinks and even our water. This is not a big deal, but I still would have liked to have had some libations with my appetizer. I had the special which was filet with some kind of lobster and my boyfriend had the sirloin and crab cakes. Both were cooked to perfection and were delicious. Even better for leftovers the next day :) Keep up the great work Bonefish Waterford Lakes and you are sure to have a repeat customer in me! *** Word of advice: Make sure you make a reservation, it will cut your wait time. I am sure this location will have a wait for quite some time. ***
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