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$31 - $40
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American, Seafood, Contemporary, Healthy
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Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
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Reviewed February 12, 2023

It was just two of us lovely dinner. The Dining Room Manager of the restaurant Parker’s Mr. Michael Vivirito was a wonderful host. We were welcomed warmly and he really did go out of his way to accommodate our requirements. The food was extremely delicious...and well presented. The overall service was excellent. Being loyal to this place for so many years, still we want to bring to the owner’s and management’s attention that Mr. Mr. Michael Vivirito is asset to the company. We highly recommend restaurant Parker’s to other people. Rusmira and DimitreMore

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed November 28, 2022

I went to this restaurant a week or two ago. My wife and I came in after a cancelation at another place. We came in and were greeted to a wonderful scenery and were shortly seated. Our waiter Tom, was an outstanding gentleman and could...not do enough for us. My wife was unsure of what she wanted, and Tom recommended the seared scallops, I myself got the lobster bisque. The food came within an acceptable time and was perfect. My wife enjoyed it so much and we will definitely be returning whenever we come to the area.More

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed May 22, 2022

Belatedly...brought my wife in the Monday after Mother's Day for lunch. Sarah was at the door, Alexandra was our waitress, & the MOD was GM Fred Gore. Tried to post this on Yelp but couldn't find it when i checked later. I've come in many...times over the years, solo or with mom or my wife. never had bad service or a dissapointing meal. that day was no different. My wife had sea bass & i has sword. Both perfectly med rare with outstanding sides. Service was prompt, friendly, knowledgeable, & spot on. thanks all.More

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed April 24, 2022

Made reservations for my husbands 80th Birthday, which we mentions upon making the reservations. We arrived, the hostess said table is ready, stated 80th. birthday, she said someone hit the wrong key 89. The 4 of us were seated, and there was a used wine...glass on our table. Ordered 4 cocktails from the bar. Bread brought to the table, I asked once again for the glass to be removed, the man removed it. We ordered appetizers, the 4th person wanted shrimp cocktail, he did not hear her. Our appetizers arrived first, no drinks. We were half was through our appetizers when the drinks arrived. We ordered soup, shrimp & lobster bisque, it was okay. We placed orders for the entrees. My husband ordered swordfish, it was dry and the side vegetable was hard not cooked enough. One of our party asked for steaksauce, they did not have that. I had Lambchops, they were good, but the vegetable was hard not cooked enough. My husband had a taste for a Brandy Alexander, no blender. We shared ice cream and brandy on top. Bill was $480.50. No mention of birthday, no special dish! Our waiter, mention that they had 75 people cancel and they were sending staff home early. Also, he mentioned he was a bartender. I mentioned to the hostess what happened about the special occasion, she said oh I can call the manager. I said no because we will not be returning. We live 5 minutes from Indiana, that is quite a distance to travel.More

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed October 17, 2021 via mobile

We unknowingly dined out on Sweetest Day and the restaurant was packed! Fortunately we had reservations and we seated on time. While masks were required indoors this policy is loosely followed which could be seen immediately at the host stand.....the hostess opted for a mess...mask. Management, do better to ensure the safety of your staff and guests!! We received water after bar drinks, very slow service. I ordered the 18oz bonein ribeye med-rare......big mistake! The steak came out medium at best and was extremely dry and tough. I was brought another ribeye after my husband had finished eating that seemed to have been microwaved or sat under the heat lamp for far too long as the steak itself was almost to hot to heat. The meat unevenly cooked, certainly not med-rare and again dry.....one of the worst steaks I've eaten. We will go back but certainly not in a hurry.More

Date of visit: October 2021
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Reviewed October 4, 2021 via mobile

This had been a long time favorite. Service on a Monday evening was laughably poor. Seafood was average at best. Moving on to anything better!

Date of visit: October 2021
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Reviewed October 27, 2020

We've been going here for years and have always had good service and great food. All of the food is very good and we like the crab cakes there. Service is always helpful and enjoy the live entertainment in the bar. Great bar area and...a nice place to have a family get together in one of their party rooms. Oh yeah the lobster rolls are crazy good. Nice ambiance. Support your local restaurants during this pandemic. You will want to make reservations.More

Date of visit: September 2020
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Reviewed August 21, 2020 via mobile

Wonderful evening at Parkers on the patio! Yes, I know they were not responsible for the weather, but it was a perfect night with wine and the best food! Let's start with dessert! The key lime pie was decadent and delicious. The plate was decorated...with fruit and the presentation was stunning! I had the absolute best piece of fish on a cedar plank with crispy edges that were pure heaven. The patio was cozy and private since our chairs were miles away from everyone! We watched everything being cleaned spic and spam as people left. Even the door knobs were constantly cleaned!More

Date of visit: August 2020
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Reviewed March 9, 2020

My wife took me there for my B-day, and it was a quite nice. Food, in quality, presentation, and quantity was terrific. Our server was extremely pleasant and knowledgeable, and her suggestions for a main course, desert and wine pairing were spot on.

Date of visit: March 2020
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Reviewed February 28, 2020

Large restaurant with easy parking. ample menu options, all fresh, open kitchen. Several lighter options for lunch. All dishes were good. Great Service. Good restrooms

Date of visit: February 2020
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Reviewed February 22, 2020 via mobile

Waited 10 minutes before a waiter showed up to even take a drink order. Our waiter seemed lost and lacked customer focused. Might’ve been new as he almost needed to be told what to do. Poor service and experience

Date of visit: February 2020
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Reviewed February 10, 2020

Sat in the bar where the live jazz band was playing. Dinner was great. Crab cakes were done to perfection. Waiter was outstanding. Very good value and we will be back.

Date of visit: January 2020
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Reviewed January 26, 2020 via mobile

Very good seafood. Had the sea bass special and clam chowder. Both were excellent and fresh. The clam chowder was not real thick which I really like. The sea bass was well seasoned. Gelato was just average as was the service. Only complaint was several...gnats were buzzing our table all night.More

Date of visit: January 2020
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Reviewed January 7, 2020

wait staff does a great job. Good wine choices, great food. The boullibase is wonderful. Great steak really good fish.

Date of visit: March 2019
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Reviewed December 24, 2019

The food, cozy atmosphere, and superior service was perfect for our first Christmas without our son at home. Thank you for making us feel so welcome. Merry Christmas!

Date of visit: December 2019
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Do not know anything about brunch. They do a fantastic job with everything else,I would presume this would be great!
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