Tommy Bahama's

I had the opportunity to dine at TB's yesterday before the Grand Opening in the next day or two. I have to admit I'm not known for eating at Chain restaurants but I have to admit this is somethng a little different.
The decor has an open/air feeling and is decorated in a laid back feeling. You feel as though your on vacation. The employees have gone through their crash course "the customer's happiness pays your check". Which is always a plus having people "wanting" to make you happy.
We sat at the horseshoe bar able to have a panoramic view which is always pleasing.
For those who like coconut shrimp (6 large) I highly recomend this app. It is served with an Asia slaw. You can actually make a meal with this.
Aruba Arugula Salad served with cracker-meal seared jumbo shrimp and scallops, vinaigrette was the Best salad I have ever eaten. I would go back just for that............finished it off with Pineapple upside down vanilla cheesecake, something I've never had and would order this again.
Andy the bartender made the best Mohito's in the world and was very entertaining.
I felt like I had gone to the Islands just for the day. But after a full stomach, like Dorthory said, "it was good to be home" on the couch!
I give this restaurant a thumbs-up!!

How are the evening prices? Hoping to check them out tomorrow evening.

The prices are outrages! (Lunch or Dinner)

Apps start at:
12.2 - 16.8
Soups:
cup 5.5-bowl 9.5
Sandwich:
11.8 -16
Salads:
14.5 - 17.4
Dinners:
26.2 -35.5
Desserts:
8.5 - 10.5

Trust me it's outrages!

The prices are outrages! (Lunch or Dinner)

Apps start at:
12.2 - 16.8
Soups:
cup 5.5-bowl 9.5
Sandwich:
11.8 -16
Salads:
14.5 - 17.4
Dinners:
26.2 -35.5
Desserts:
8.5 - 10.5

Trust me it's outrages!

YIKES! The clothing line is expensive so I guess they thought the food should be also. Cheeseburger in Paradise sounds similar. The prices are reasonable and the food is yummy.

Wow that's almost unbelievable.

Prices that high it seems that it is the 2nd most expensive over there. The most expensive dinner entree at Mitchell's was $25. I can't remember how much the most expensive is at Cantina Laredo but don't think it's that much.

I've always like the Tommy Bahama brand and story, and so I've been pretty excited to try the restaurant.... BUT, I saw a copy of the local menu recently, and it looked very pricey--even by SoWal standards! Lunch sandwiches were in the $15 range, for example. Or have I been misinformed?

Remember, it's all about the illusion of lifestyle....

Now that Tommy Bahamas has opened, I wonder if I should raise the asking price of my Mack Bayou property. :scratch:

Market it as a lifestyle choice that everyone should want to buy into, jack up the price - and it should sell in a week.

Interesting that you say that. I've been watching these two lots in MackBayou area, which were bought a few months back, at what I think was a great price point, especially with all of the growth in the Sandestin area. They immediately re-listed the lots for sale. In the last few weeks, they almost doubled the asking price, and they are still fairly inexpensive for that area.

I wonder if I could get Tommy Bahama to sponsor my property.

Oh the possibilities.

But I'm trying very hard not to be a smart a$$ today.

TB's is more expensive than Mitchell's, Laredo, and Flemmings.

Went to Tommy Bahama's on Sunday for drinks with some friends and one appetizer. The goat cheese appetizer was amazing. But not as amazing as the $81 bill. Don't think I'll be spending much time there.