Reuben Smokehouse well deserved 5 stars for food

Hi! folks I was looking for my brisket since coming to SW Florida.  I saw Reuben all over  the web.  People were giving it 5 stars. Since the people here in Florida do not really know good food I was apprehensive .
But lo and behold these folks really knew good food. I was here at lunch 1115 AM on Tuesday
I was started off with a warm roll .....Soft fluffy warm. No need for butter or jam.

I opt for the platter. $19.00....A WHOLE chicken & melt in your mouth beef brisket. My sides were southern style green beans & a cole slaw just wet to dry perfection .
The chicken was bbq just right with tads of burnt skin. A must when you cook on a grill and not in the oven .( Sonny's oven cook their)
The brisket was lean to fat as a brisket should be. Falling apart where you almost may need a spoon. MMMMMMM. They offer  3-4 sauces for your pleasure.. House, Sweet, Carolina( mustard type) and If you are brave enough a ....scott bonnet/pineapple infused sauce that will make you cry with heavenly delight.  Be warned ONLY the REAL mannly type should experiment with this. This is my fav. I like my sauce the way I like my women  HOT & Spicy.   I am sure less than .01% of Floridians can handle this.

They have burger meatloaf and other goodness. A bit for all. Food 5 stars yes. My service was outstanding too.
Cramped parking in front more in the rear.

WWEEELLLLLLLL I am not that Impress, with GO GO Diner, NFM,FL

After 2 years of hearing how great Go Go diner is I was able to go.
But unless you are a corn beef hash aficionado it is just a good diner. Nothing spectacular.

I was there on a Sunday morn. I was surprise as to how small it was. My server Randy was great.
Coffee.... good for coffee.
Corn beef hash is the specialty but I am not a hash type.. A variety of of pancakes, red velvet,chocolate chip blue berries etc.

What is the big deal of red velvet cake and such???? It seems to be all over here.

Anyway. I had the Rebel Rebellion. 3 eggs,your style, 4 thick slices of bacon(mmmmmmm) and the southern staple of biscuit and gravy. All very good ,easier to buy then make for self at home.

Over all a good diner,but outstanding IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII  don't think so.
Would I go back definitely

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Olde Fish House Marina, Matlacha, A rave of good food & service

Well this is my first review of the year. I must say its good.

This is a market & eatery. You cannot get it any fresher. It  comes from the ocean to your table.
I had fried mahi mahi. Cooked to a golden brown. With tasty cole slaw, hush puppies and delightful garlic french fries.
My server,Brandon, was outstanding. Very knowledgeable and attentive.
Not a fancy place you are on the water and out doors.  Plates are paper or such. A bit pricey, but all seafood is expensive in Florida. I believe they charge more so the Government can get more tax money. ( There is no income tax in Florida)
Everyone I talk with were great.
My only issue was leaving the parking lot. A bit of a struggle with only a 2 lane road.
Despite this
 I highly recommend you give them a try.

China Palace only game in area

Well this is the only game in town in a 5 mile area. I must say it is not too shabby. The first Chinese place that actually followed my order for extra Hot pepper on my kung pao chicken.
You can have a sit down to eat but most folks just get it to go..
Service was quick and you can call ahead. Lunch entree are 5.50 combination plates up to12 bucks.
The better deal are the lunch. I had a orange chicken and it seem to be a bit light in weight but it was tasty.
So if in the area give them a try.

TGIF FRIDAYS eatery

Well folks I had my freebie of a Vet's meal. Free is always 5 stars but the food is another question. As usual the good first.

Tiffany  my server was excellent. The choices were the best on Vet day.

I picked the french dip. It was good but not as good as, Phillipe where it originated in Los Angles,CA.. It was created by a LAPD officer 60 years ago. Phillipe raised the price of coffee from 10 cents to 50 cents 2 year ago
 The quality of meat was good. I did not like the horseradish sauce on it though. The au jus was on the thick side, a bit salty & sweet.There were mushrooms in it.  In the original recipe no mushrooms. Overall good and a bit messy.
The french fries were wonderful.
Will I come back YES over all a great place.

Rants & Raves of Southwest Florida and such: whole foods

Rants & Raves of Southwest Florida and such: whole foods: Been a long time but here is a item to read. Whole Foods I understand why Whole Foods decided to locate in Naples. This store is for the f...

whole foods

Been a long time but here is a item to read. Whole Foods

I understand why Whole Foods decided to locate in Naples. This store is for the following types of people. A. for the healthy obsessive type. B. Must have the most expensive stuff. C. Just too much money on hand D. And the spoiled type.

I must say they do spoil you. The customer service is OUTSTANDING. Everyone is smiling and asking if I need help. Which is  really great. At the end of almost every aisle is FREE sample of cookies or bread salmon & such.
Whole Food must get a percent of the term gluten free ..EVERY 2 feet is a little sign. Its everywhere.
Plus the term organic. Though I do not believe there is a government standard for organic for everything on the law books.

I must say the cooks & chefs do a Excellent job on all the prepared food. The bakery has to die for stuff. Great for the taste buds bad for for the waist line and diabetics.

They do use local produce and such.  Salmon was at a good price of $5.99 lb... cheaper than Costco. Though the local crab claws were 35 bucks a pound.ouch

Over all a good place but not for the average family or those living pay check to pay check.

I bought a few items: fresh made and sliced  to order french bread, some foreign hot cocoa powder. olives and such at $10.99 lb. and the deal of the day BOGO of red pepper & garlic hummus,4.29.

Oh yes take note at the check out counter is a small sign that states: ALL FORM OF PAYMENT ACCEPTED... That tells me they will accept a GOAT, PIG, GOLD DUST OR DIAMONDS if I desired to use. So if you wish to use other payment feel free !!!!!!!!!!