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Caroline's Dining on the River

123 Water St, Apalachicola, FL 32320-1736
850-653-8139
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Ranked #6 of 17 restaurants in Apalachicola
Price range: RM24 - RM79
Cuisines: Seafood
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
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Wetumpka, Alabama
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

This is definitely a fine dining atmosphere, the inside was lovely however we chose to sit outside on the screened in pier, also very nice. Our waitress was very sweet and helpful. i got the crabcakes and my husband got the sirlion with cheese grits (they were out of mashed potatos) not a fan of the grits, but then again... More

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16 restaurant reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 via mobile

We love eating here! We visit her often, and never had bad service. Food is to die for, and always fresh tasting. There is five of us, and we can't wait to get back for Memorial Day.....

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16 restaurant reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 via mobile

We love eating here! We visit her often, and never had bad service. Food is to die for, and always fresh tasting. There is five of us, and we can't wait to get back for Memorial Day.....

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Gainesville, Florida
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92 reviews 92 reviews
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Perfectly acceptable food but very in attentive service. Lovely spot on river so definitely include in your visit.

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Punta Gorda, Florida
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27 reviews 27 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

We were staying at the hotel next door, and not having a very good experience. However, the breakfasts were taken at this restaurant, therefore we can't rate the value. It was very nice, nothing special but they are served until 1pm, so great for a brunch. The best thing about the place was the view on the river (and road... More

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Alabama
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4 restaurant reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

wonderful meal as usual.Our waiter,Shon was superb!! Even had dessert! Tiaramisu was delish. Really enjoyed the evening.

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Villa Rica, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

Food was superb and the view was fantastic. Opt for the fried shrimp and crab cakes! Looking at the water and eating superb food was wonderful. Waitress was mediocre but even she could not spoil the meal!

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oystr, Owner at Caroline's Dining on the River, responded to this review
18 May 2013

Pam 9508, Thanks for your kind review. Our shrimp are extra jumbo and when frying it is imperative to leave the tails on or the moisture will leave the shrimp and they will shrink. Angela Bryant is our waitstaff supervisor at Caroline's and she will pick the best of the waitstaff that are trained. Sorry if that was not up... More

Birmingham, Alabama
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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013 via mobile

This is our First time to come to apalachicola . we have enjoyed the laid back atmosphere. everyone has been very pleasant and helpful. So far My only complaint is the high praise and recommendation to eat at this resturant , don't get me wrong , it is a great setting along the river and our server was very attentive... More

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Gatlinburg, Tennessee
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013 via mobile

Seafood, oysters, crab cake still excellent but why did they stop having scallops? They were one of my favorite things on the seafood sampler. They had the best Creme brûlée & now they don't have it anymore. If they cut out anything else it won't be our favorite anymore & there are usually at least 6 of us dining sometimes... More

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St. George Island
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8 reviews 8 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

This is one of our "go to" places for extravagant breakfast. This time. I had an oyster omlet with fried potatoes and a bloody mary. My wife had pancakes with bacon and a mimosa. It was all very good. The service was excellent. We had reservations and were seated immediately. Enjoying a meal with good friends while looking out over... More

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