[Bonny]

Originally Posted by dotti105

On the spur of the moment, today, I booked a table at Katie Belle's for my hubby and I for this evening. I called to make the reservation, It was a $6 charge to reserve the table. I was told there was a $10 min per person.

"Rocky and The Rollers" were there tonight and we considered ourselves lucky to get in.

We went to the late show as the early show was sold out. The late show started about 9:30-9:45. To make it easier for the servers, they stagger the seating times. 9:00, 9:15 and 9:30. We were scheduled for 9:15 but arrived a few minutes early to get the lay of the land. The staggered seating times are to accommodate the wait staff, so that they are not trying to give prompt service to the full house at one time. We were seated by 9:05.

The entrance is lovely, very spacious with a beautiful stairway going up to the restaurant and also an elevator.

Once upstairs, we found a lovely "supper club". The place is spacious and very attractive. The reserved tables are directly in front of the stage and dance floor. Tables were about 4-5 rows deep and 4-5 rows across. We had a table near the rear and I was worried about being able to see the band, but that was not a problem at all. The tables are spaced with generous room between them so that everyone in the dining area can see the stage, which is raised.

There is a quieter dining area off to the side between the elevator and the bar. I don't think those tables require a reservation. They also do not appear to have a direct view of the stage. The bar area is raised with several high top and standard dining tables there also. The view from that area of the stage seemed like it would be great.

The salad bar is at the opposite side of the restaurant from the bar. There are tables there which have a view of the stage, but slightly off to the side. There were also tables behind the reserved section, with partitions which I think would have a limited view of the stage, but could enjoy the music.

The place looks GREAT!! The stained glass ceiling is still there and gorgeous! The Front Stained glass window is beautiful from inside and everything looks first class, attractive and spacious. The tables are very attractive with hammered copper designs under glass.

I was concerned about the dance floor, as on the diagram on line, it looked tiny. In reality it is plenty large enough. "Rocky and The Rollers" had everyone on their feet dancing and there was not a problem with space.

Rocky played form 9:30 to 11:00 and did a great show! We had a wonderful time and will enjoy taking visitors there!

The menu looked good! My husband ordered the shrimp and scallops Alfredo, I had the Katie Belle's fried shrimp which were very lightly battered, fresh and delish! We both had the salad bar and it had a very generous selection.

All is all, it was a wonderful evening and we plan to go again! There were many regulars who enjoyed being there and we didn't hear a single complaint.

We actually enjoyed it much more than the original Katie Belle's. Most likely, because we came on the scene in the last 2 yrs and the old Katie Belle's always looked dusty and in need of a deep cleaning. That is not to criticize it. I know it was well loved and a favorite of many.

Katie Belle's now is more of a "Supper Club" with live entertainment, a format that we thoroughly enjoyed. I am glad we gave the new Katie Belle's a chance. It was a wonderful evening! We recommend it highly!

Sounds wonderful ! I haven't been in there yet, but look forward to going. I'm sure it's beautiful. The Villages always does things top notch !!