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Dockside Dave's

14701 Gulf Blvd., Madeira Beach, FL 33708
727-392-9399
Ranked #10 of 36 restaurants in Madeira Beach
4.0 of 5 stars 165 Reviews
Price range: RM16 - RM57
Cuisines: American, Seafood
Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
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Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
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Florida
Top Contributor
64 reviews 64 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

They always have the best fresh grouper in the area. More

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Tulsa OK
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

They buy their fresh grouper whole and filet it themselves. The waitress said their battered grouper sandwich is the most popular. It was huge and fresh and delish! Didn't care for the key lime pie. More

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2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Went a few nights ago for dinner. Three words: gross and dirty. We sat down and immediately had to wipe old sticky ketchup off our arms. And the menus were slimy! I can't rate the food as we gagged our way out the door before even ordering. My advise, bring a spray bottle of bleach with you. We ended up... More

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St. Petersburg, Florida
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

We like the party atmosphere and the good food & drinks, all in a casual environment. More

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Madeira Beach, Florida
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Small local place, outdoor seating, serves freshest 1/2 lb grouper sandwitches More

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erikedge2
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

Went for the grouper again and am never disappointed.. Quick service and great portions.. More

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Champaign, IL
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

Had a great lunch here. Try the grouper sandwich! Looks like a good locals hangout also. More

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Central Illinois
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

If you want a great grouper sandwich then this is the place to go. Everybody was talking about it when we were down there and it was all true. Not high on style, but great fish! More

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SingaNickel
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

If you enjoy getting your money's worth then Dave's is your place. The prices are fair in relationship to the portion sizes. We experienced Dave's at night and sat outside by the street. Some tables were high with comfortable miss matched chairs, but it adds to the beach ambiance.There is limited indoor seating and some outdoor seating under an awning.... More

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Annapolis Valley
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

If your looking for some great local seafood this is the place. Five of us went to the St.Pete's Beach location. Local grouper sandwich is their specialty and it didn't disapoint. Portions are huge so for all you small eaters or women especially I would recommend splitting the sandwich. The grouper dinner was also great and the coleslaw and sides... More

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