Speckled Butterbean in Wildwood

[jacqueline larsen]

We enjoyed a wholesome, tasty breakfast buffet this morning for 6.95 plus coffee and will try lunch the next time! Hours: 6am-9pm:

[SandeBeach57]

does anyone have the phone number of Speckled Butterbean Restaurant in Wildwood? Please send to MiataTchr@aol.com Thanks

[TednRobin]

We had supper there 2 nights ago, chicken/ribs weren't bad, but we were not crazy about the sides. You need to have some of my homemade mac and cheese if you think theirs was good, lol.

[SALYBOW]

We aren't sure where Wildwood is but I think it is on the West side near 466A. Can you help?

[graciegirl]

Salybow, Yes, Wildwood is west of TV and....We think going through Wildwood is the easiest way to get to the southern part of TV AND your new home. It is one exit farther south off I75 than the one you've been using I would wager a guess. Many people use the Wildwood exit to get to 466A. (Then straight north on Buena Vista, left on St.Charles)

Now that you have returned to Cincinnati, it is time to come to our house for lunch. You too Boomer. P.M. me girls. How about GIGene and Kathy too? Hawkwind? Anyone who lives near Cincinnati, give me a shout.

OH NO. I just remembered we are supposed to stay on the subject. Tony JUST started a "sticky" thread on that subject....AND this subject is The Speckled ButterBean, a restaurant in Wildwood and about going to Ted and Robin's house for some homemade Macaroni and Cheese.

[Debfrommaine]

Hi - new Villagers...........would appreciate other places folks recommend for breakfast. Will try Butterbean but seems a little high. Thanks!!

[EdV]

Of course, once Buena Vista Blvd. is completed between 466A and 44, this restaurant will be right at the southernmost entrance to TV.

[jblum8156]

For breakfast cheaper than $6.95 try I-HOP or McDonald's.

[Bogie Shooter]

Breakfast Hacienda Hills CC. Eggs, bacon, potatoes and toast $3.99 Special.
Katie Bells Saturday $4.99 Buffet Special.
Fruitland Park Cafe .
Pete's Diner, Appliance Direct Plaza between Fruitland Park & Leesburg.
Billy's Cafe 441 north near Wal Mart.
Villages Eatery near Sweets Ace Hardware.
Enjoy!

[pqrstar]

Going south on Hwy 301 (Main Street) in Wildwood
Turn left on to Hwy 44
Go about 1 mile
Restaurant is on the right

Speckled Butterbean‎
5995 Signature Drive, Wildwood, FL 34785-9505
(352) 748-5333‎

[dancerbill]

We had dinner at the Speckled Butterbean last night. The restaurant is buffet style, and we were disappointed because the quality and taste of the food was "so-so" (not comparable to Golden Corral, at all), but worse than that, all the buffet items were cold. So, we've put the Speckled Bean on our "do not go back" list.

[sunday]

We have eaten at the speckled butterbean on a number of occassions, both in Wildwood & Bushnell. All around the wildwood location is okay... they seem to have busser/cleanliness issues everytime I have been there(assuming it's the time of the evening we go??).T he food has never really measured up to the food served in Bushnell, which has always been DYNAMITE:cool:. The fried chicken at the "little restaurant" is the best I've ever had
Peace and love

[Carla B]

We went to Butterbean in Wildwood a few weeks ago, and were disappointed. It would have been so nice to find a place in the area that served good, hot home-cooked southern style food. Too bad! Just can't find a way to get out of the kitchen.

[Bogie Shooter]

We had dinner at the Speckled Butterbean last night. The restaurant is buffet style, and we were disappointed because the quality and taste of the food was "so-so" (not comparable to Golden Corral, at all), but worse than that, all the buffet items were cold. So, we've put the Speckled Bean on our "do not go back" list.
What did management say when you told them the buffet items were cold?

[K9-Lovers]

We went to the Speckled Butterbean last Friday expecting their advertised "seafood buffet". There was fried catfish, and broiled fish. That was the extent of the seafood buffet. Chicken was the only other protein available. They had 6 kinds of beans, and a few other sides. Some of the items were cold. The best thing about this place is the deserts. We will not be returning.

[zcaveman]

Sounds like I will stick with Golden Corral!!

[zcaveman]

Sounds like I will stick with Golden Corral!!

We were in the area today and decided to give the Speckled Butterbean a try. The fried chicken was great!! As good and juicy as the Golden Corral fried chicken. I liked all of the sides but then I am from Florida. My wife had the salad and the chicken. The other two meats were pork which I thought was dry and she did not like the looks of to begin with. As we were leaving they were switching to the supper menu and had meatloaf and stuffed something. I think the wife would have preferred a taste of those entrees.

We did not try the desserts because we were full but they looked good.

I was surprised that there were no soups.

The wife's only complaint (besides the vegetables) was that the various dishes were not labeled. At Golden Corral there is a label above each dish.

We might return if I can get the wife to get past the vegetables. Otherwise it is back to the Golden Corral.

Z

[BJ Spencer]

:icon_hungry:

For a place that offers Comfort Food, a feeling of a cozy country kitchen, with country/USA music in the background this is a place for you. This is a BUFFET, you go get your own food, the waitresses will bring your drink and clear your dishes. They are very friendly. Unlike Golden Corral, where it feels 'cold' and unpersonalable this is a very comfortable place to eat.

They have it where you can get a card, and for every dinner you get you get a stamp on it, once you get 10 stamps you get a free lunch.

As of Jan. 5, 2011 their prices are:
Breakfast: 6am-11am Mon-Fri $4.95
6am-11am Sat & Sun $6.95
Lunch: 11am-4pm $8.25
Dinner: 4pm-9pm $10.95 every day but Friday
Friday - Seafood: $14.95
for Dinners on Mon., Wed., and Sat. they also offer besides the usual Buffet also many items that are BBQ.

Someone indicated that you can find cheaper meals. Yes, I agree. BUT, you have to get only the items in that meal instead of what you want. Also, you only get an amount that 'they' want you to have. Remember, this is a buffet, get as much or as little as you want.

It is located on the corner of CR44 and Powell. From The Villages go south from the intersection of CR466A and Powell/CR426. It is the corner that has a stop light and the new Villages/Wildwood/Sumter Library.

[chuckster]

Of course, once Buena Vista Blvd. is completed between 466A and 44, this restaurant will be right at the southernmost entrance to TV.

Buena Vista has been opened all the way to 44 for several months now. Regularly use it to go into Leesburg.

[aln]

Hi - new Villagers...........would appreciate other places folks recommend for breakfast. Will try Butterbean but seems a little high. Thanks!!

If you're near SS, try McCalls. Good food and VERY reasonable prices.
All you can eat pancakes for $3.95
Their breakfast sandwiches are excellent.
The only thing they don't have is a variety of waffles or french toast.

[Russ_Boston]

Buena Vista has been opened all the way to 44 for several months now. Regularly use it to go into Leesburg.


Ed's post was from way back in May just about the time BV opened up. Rembember though that you can' get your golf cart there:)

[rubicon]

I ate at the Speckled Butterbean twice and believe that the Golden Corral has more of a selection and better quality. I understnad this is a personal choice so some may disagree.

[Bogie Shooter]

I disagree.

[mtdjed]

Buena Vista is finished from 466 A to 44 and it comes out near the Speckled Butterbean

[katezbox]

I disagree.

Just (maybe) to be difficult... I would prefer to never have to eat at either of them.... If you want to eat processed food, there is a great selection at Publix!

[kb8tpw]

Speckled Butter Bean is not diabetic friendly. Was there Sat evening and absolutely no sugar free desserts. That coupled with their high carbs food tends to keep me away but my wife's passion for drumsticks wins out on occasion.

[bluedog103]

I think it's a cultural thing. Those of us from the deep south seem to like Speckled Butterbean. It's food we grew up eating and no, I don't think you can get anything like it a Publix nor do I think it comes in over-processed and frozen. Speckled Butterbean is not a chain. There are two restaurants, one in Webster between the cattle yard and the flea market, which has been there for many years and the newer one near Wildwood.
For me, it's good eats, but then I like collards and cornbread.

[nkrifats]

I think it's a cultural thing. Those of us from the deep south seem to like Speckled Butterbean. It's food we grew up eating and no, I don't think you can get anything like it a Publix nor do I think it comes in over-processed and frozen. Speckled Butterbean is not a chain. There are two restaurants, one in Webster between the cattle yard and the flea market, which has been there for many years and the newer one near Wildwood.
For me, it's good eats, but then I like collards and cornbread.

You said it all brother. Collards and cornbread!

[EdV]

The other day I was in Cracker Barrel for breakfast and looked at the box of corn bread mix they were selling in the country store. On the back were the ingredients to be added to the mix when preparing, one of which was bacon fat. I knew there was a reason I never liked their corn bread.

Southern style cooking is definitely an acquired taste.

[KathieI]

I think it's a cultural thing. Those of us from the deep south seem to like Speckled Butterbean. It's food we grew up eating and no, I don't think you can get anything like it a Publix nor do I think it comes in over-processed and frozen. Speckled Butterbean is not a chain. There are two restaurants, one in Webster between the cattle yard and the flea market, which has been there for many years and the newer one near Wildwood.
For me, it's good eats, but then I like collards and cornbread.

I'm not originally from the deep south (maybe south Bronx) but there is nothing like their collards and cornbread... ummmmmm.

they have a full salad bar, and I very much enjoy having a large salad with fresh fixins...

[zcaveman]

I was raised in the South and I like the Speckled Butterbean fare. My wife was raised in NJ and does not like the food.

But I do have to say that the Golden Corral does a have a much larger variety of food. Both entrees and vegetables. And Golden Corral does put out a very tasty and juicy fried chicken. I would match it against the Speckled Butterbean chicken any day.

[katezbox]

I think it's a cultural thing. Those of us from the deep south seem to like Speckled Butterbean. It's food we grew up eating and no, I don't think you can get anything like it a Publix nor do I think it comes in over-processed and frozen. Speckled Butterbean is not a chain. There are two restaurants, one in Webster between the cattle yard and the flea market, which has been there for many years and the newer one near Wildwood.
For me, it's good eats, but then I like collards and cornbread.

Blue dog,

I didn't say you could get Southern fare at Publix - just processed foods.

No restaurant that offers a buffet plus many off the menu choices can prepare food freshly. I haven't spent time int heir kitchen - but I would guess that they buy a whole lot from Sysco (or USFood - and not just condiments).

k

[sunday]

Blue dog,

I didn't say you could get Southern fare at Publix - just processed foods.

No restaurant that offers a buffet plus many off the menu choices can prepare food freshly. I haven't spent time int heir kitchen - but I would guess that they buy a whole lot from Sysco (or USFood - and not just condiments).

k

Sysco, US Foods, Great Western, Gordon, etc....supply far more than just prepared foods. They supply fresh produce and indredients of great magnitude... I am, and have been involved in the restaurant business for several decades, and to date have not purchased a prefabricated product nor do I very often purchase anything processed at all from these companies. To insinuate that everything that comes off of a purveyor's truck is processed, or that "No restaurant that offers a buffet plus many off the menu choices can prepare food freshly", only marks you as a clueless poser. Perhaps you should reserve your commentary for the topics to which your knowledge is not so limited..

JMHO

[Russ_Boston]

marks you as a clueless poser.

I quarantee you - Kate is no poser. (and she said "guess" not "know")

Sunday, do you know specifics about speckled butterbean or are you just making a general statement? Do you (or does anyone) know that they make everything from scratch and fresh?

[petenj]

Speckeled Butterbean in Wildwood , not worth the trip. We experienced poor service, second rate food, and crap brand soda.

[sunday]

I was making a general comment...Never mentioned anything about Speckled Butterbean.
My point was to with the notion that everything that comes from Sysco(or any other purveyor) is a "MRE"... that is a false statement.....it's like saying Publix only sells TV Dinners, or Brown's Produce only sells Frozen Vegetables.
And to say "No restaurant that offers a buffet plus many off the menu choices can prepare food freshly", is moronic.
Based on my last visit to the Wildwood Restaurant, I can tell you (as a Executive Chef accredited by The American Culinary Federation)85% of the food served at Speckled Butterbean is prepared on property.... The other 15%(primarily desserts) is purchased prepared, either because of time, or cost restraints... Not because they can't. Furthermore, I am certain that everything at the webster restaurant is made from scratch.

I also know of a Country Club right there in the villages, doing HUGE volumes, that still makes almost everything from scratch... including BBQ and other sauces, to soups, to salad dressings, coconut cornflake crusted chicken, butchering their own beef, and processing whole fish.
Please give credit to the guys out there still doing things the old fashioned way.

[Russ_Boston]

Thanks Sunday - always nice to have a pro around when we have culinary questions. I just think calling a long-time valuable TOTV member a "poser" and "moronic" is harsh and undignified.

If you don't mind what Country Club are you referring to? It would certainly be nice to know when we check them out.

[katezbox]

Sunday,

Thank you for your input. My knowledge also comes from an F&B professional (on the operations side of things) who takes a different point of view from you. And, I confess to some hyperbole...

But as someone who has significant food sensitivities to the sodium preservatives (and I say sensitivity not allergies because I merely swell up and get nasty hives/red patches as opposed to my breathing actually stopping).I avoid prepared foods like the plague. For the same reason, I avoid most buffets, because, in my knowledge (gained mostly from buffets in MB, Vegas, and at more conventions than I can count), the preservatives runneth over...

Thank you for your expertise....

[sunday]

Kate,
I apologize for my indignance. I was wrong. I took it very personally, because the message being sent negivavely impacts a great number of livlihoods(including mine)..
It's almost as if I were to say,
" All homes in the Village of Bonita are prefabricated Modulars with stuccoed exteriors.... and nobody that lives in Buttonwood is capable of paying more than $150k for a home.."
The people that live in those communities would probably take offence and retaliate...because what I said simply is not true(at least i think it's not??).
If I read a statement like that, and didn't know any better, my prejudices may prohibit me from having a wonderful home, in a wonderful neighborhood... with great nieghbors like yourself and Russ...
I will certainly bridal my words, in the future.

[Russ_Boston]

Thanks Sunday - keep posting.

[Canukistan]

Hi - new Villagers...........would appreciate other places folks recommend for breakfast. Will try Butterbean but seems a little high. Thanks!!

Well, $6.95 is weekend rates. If you go on the weekdays, it's $4.95 and free coffee if you get there before 8am.

On Wednesdays, they have a breakfast special, $4.95 for the first person and the second is half price, $2.50, and if you get there before 8 am, coffee is free.

I think it's a pretty good breakfast, lot's of choices including fresh fruit !

[Shimpy]

Never been to the one on 44, but been to their original Butterbean in Webster at least a half dozen times. It's excellent, but everyone that has been to both tell me the one on 44 isn't nearly as good. "You pay your money and take your choice".
By the way the Hayseed across the street form Speckled Butterbean in Webster is also good.

[katezbox]

Thanks Sunday - keep posting.

:BigApplause::BigApplause::BigApplause: Yes, please, Sunday! You are truly a gentleman...

[JumpnJil]

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[Snowbirdtobe]

JumpinJil, The last post in this thread was in March. I don't understand the issue or the problem. Did you just move to The Villages from a place that is close to The Villages?
Some posters are just unhappy people that have no one to listen to their rants and post here. The ButterBean is just a low cost place to eat.

[Bogie Shooter]

I recently moved here and have been reading these posts, among others. I am questioning exactly why I thought I would enjoy living here. I thought a retirement community would have people that were living a life of leisure and enjoying life. Instead, I find intolerance and people one-upping others. I hope I never have to interact with anyone like SOME of these posters. I stress some I would never dine or associate with anyone who attacks people and businesses with such an elevated air and opinion of their own critiques. Just think about it, don't be such a boor, but you probably don't think I'm talking about you. :blahblahblah:

There are 80,000+ people in TV. I would not base judgement on just a handful of restaurant critics.

[JumpnJil]

Yes, I just moved here and I haven't read many posts. I got to this subject by following another post by one of the members and temper got the best of me. If I knew how to remove my post, I would. There was really only one poster that infuriated me and that started with an unrelated post to this thread. My bad, sorry!

[IAMDMRAE]

we aren't sure where wildwood is but i think it is on the west side near 466a. Can you help?
i do not think it will win any prizes. My wife likes it ok i feel it is mediocre. Make a right off buena vista south onto 466a then proceed to the next traffic light and make a left past that sumter county building or as i call it the golden dome of notre dame. Follow that road straight until you come to route 44 and the butterbean is just off to your left.

[Challenger]

Have eaten there once with family and grandchildren. About what you would expect from a family buffet. Employees friendly. Food OK. Appeared Clean and well organized. Not a "Fine Eating Experience" . Good option , once in a while.

[billmar]

We liked it. It's southern style cooking... like fried chicken, okra, mashed potatoes, gravy, various types of beans cooked southern style. :mmmm:

[ashworma]

Village Eatery:
2 eggs
2 bacon strips
2 sausage links
2 pancakes or french toast
EACH...for $7.77!

[Bill-n-Brillo]

Village Eatery:
2 eggs
2 bacon strips
2 sausage links
2 pancakes or french toast
EACH...for $7.77!

And you'd better be hungry when you go there!!! :mmmm:

Located in the south end of La Plaza Grande next to SS, a few doors up from the Villages Golf Cart store (near Ace Hdwe).

Bill :)