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Caroline's Dining on the River

123 Water St., Apalachicola, FL 32320
850-653-8139
Ranked #7 of 15 restaurants in Apalachicola
4.0 of 5 stars 88 Reviews
Price range: $8 - $26
Cuisines: Seafood
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Restaurant details
Good for: Families with children, Romance, Doing business, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Dessert
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diner132
Port Saint Joe, Florida
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews
2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed February 8, 2012 NEW

have tried this place several times and with different size groups and at different times of the day. the service is incredibly slow and when you ask about your order they are rude. Several times I have sworn it off and then get tempted to go back because someone else wants to go but No more for me. More

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billdozerGroveland
Groveland
Senior Contributor
26 reviews
13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2012

Caroline's serves exceptionally good breakfasts, with items you won't find offered at the chains. We were staying at the adjacent River Inn and their special included free breakfast...a great deal. The first morning I had triggerfish and eggs, a nice sized fillet of delicately flavored fish, perfectly fried, with grits of course. I love oysters, but even I was a... More

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Saluki77
Central Time Zone
Senior Contributor
38 reviews
12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 28, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

The breakfasts are really outstanding, especially the grilled crabcakes benedict. Also have to recommend the oyster po-boy, they are super fresh and really top-notch, you will not get better oysters anywhere. More

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pitaguy
jackson
Contributor
17 reviews
5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 26, 2012

Love this quirky place,over the top decor.The window tables are right on the water, it felt like you were dining on a boat.Very homey friendly service.Food is gourmet and delicious. Oyster omelet for breakfast is over the top. GO! More

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freshairmontana
Montana
Contributor
14 reviews
7 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed January 18, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We joined some new friends at Caroline's because they recommended it. The atmosphere was very pleasant and the restaurant is very attractive. We like to order local specialties wherever we go, and my husband and I ordered local gulf scallops, each order prepared differently. We knew they would be small, and that was not a problem. But both dishes were... More

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hiltonhead123
hiltonhead SC
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 12, 2012

Our first time to Carolines and we will be back! The food was outstanding! The service was good but server a bit brusque. We were told we could not make reservations fo New Years Dinner because they already had 12 reservations. Upon further questioning we learned we were welcome as walk-ins! We arrived at 8:00 and we were one of... More

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Regenia J
Bainbridge, Georgia
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 8, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

My husband and I frequently visit Carolines. We have always been treated with a warm welcome from Angelina, Beverly, Rick and Cliff. These guys always make us feel special. Every meal we have ever had at Carolines was great & the appetizer Crab Cakes with lobster sauce is Absolutely Fabulous. They are MARVELOUS to the taste buds! We enjoy our... More

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Kim K
Carrabelle, Florida
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed January 3, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I have dined at all the resturants in Apalachacola, by far this is the worst. The service was slow. The tablecloth had food stains from the previous customers. The food was ok. I give it a one, out of five star. I've had better. More

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TravellingSoutherner
Birmingham, Alabama
Contributor
14 reviews
8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 31, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

Staff was friendly and efficient, good service and not overbearing. Tried the Seafood Sampler (minus the oysters) and it was delicious, especially the grouper. Served with cheese grits and asparagus, both cooked perfectly. Oddly, no bread or crackers were served with the salad or meal. Not sure if you had to request, but did note that both were available at... More

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michelada28
Port Saint Joe, Florida
Contributor
16 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 29, 2011

Elegant riverfront dining with beautifully prepared dishes. We go there for anniversarys and birthdays. They serve all three meals daily with consistent quality. More

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