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Dean's South of the Border

130 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda, FL
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Ranked #14 of 75 restaurants in Punta Gorda
Cuisines: Mexican
Good for: Bar scene
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Late Night
Restaurant details
Good for: Bar scene
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Late Night
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Polk County, FL
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24 reviews 24 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

We had a good meal here. I was surprised to have to pay extra for chips and salsa. Hubby and I shared a two meat fajita plate and it was plenty. Decor is fun. Murals on outside of building are cool. It was early on a Monday evening so it was quiet. Server was good.

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Port Charlotte, Florida, United States
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

i been here 4or5 times bfore itsok this time ordered beers and chips never got chips and salsa dinner came my rice was hard and cold beans were cold they charged full price will not go back

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Punta Gorda, Florida
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7 reviews 7 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

Fish tacos, chili rellanos,and most burritos are the best! Portions are huge, so come hungry. They have a band most evenings that's ear splitting so get there well before 8 pm if you want to eat in peace.

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Sparta, New Jersey
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27 reviews 27 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

This place serves up a good breakfast at a very reasonably price. Cheaper than the nearby hotels. Opens up at 7 am and serves breakfast til 11 am.

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Homer, Alaska
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80 reviews 80 reviews
61 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 42 cities Reviews in 42 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

My friends and I popped in one afternoon for appetizers and margaritas. The quesadillas were only okay..........nothing to write home about. The margaritas were really strong. Once you got used to the overwhelming tequila taste, the rest of it was pretty good. So, if you are looking for okay food and strong margaritas, this is your place!!

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North Port FL
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54 reviews 54 reviews
46 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

We had been told Dean's had great Mexican food, so we decided to check it out. No so impressive. Discovered that their Mexican (TexMex?) offerings are just a small part of a larger overall menu, and for someone who really appreciates the taste of genuine Tex/Mex food, we just weren't all that impressed. I got the El Paso, whch is... More

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Port Charlotte, Florida
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13 restaurant reviews
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26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

I'm a local and it had been awhile since my last visit here. I ordered the Santa Fe Chicken Entree with mashed potatoes, gravy and coleslaw. Yum. The bacon was smoky, (Chicken was a tad fatty), mashed tators smooth and I really like their coleslaw - so crunchy. Great southern sweet tea. I def'ly would recommend coming here.

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Fort Wayne, IN
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75 reviews 75 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 41 cities Reviews in 41 cities
96 helpful votes 96 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

Pretty good Telmex food. Fast service. Very courteous. Outdoor live music most nights. Fun atmosphere. Do go.

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Murphy, North Carolina
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4 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013 via mobile

Have been coming here for lunch for years and just started checking out the weekend entertainment. Loads of fun dancing to really good talent and great breakfast the morning after. We always look forward to seeing the friendly people at Deans.

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Ocoee, Florida
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7 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013 via mobile

Nice atmosphere inside and out. The daily specials are usually very good. The wings are big and tasty, all three types and flavors. The bar outside gets packed early during the season and on weekends. Lots of variety and fairly priced.

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