[senior citizen]

For those who quibble that the prices in THE VILLAGES restaurants are too high, let me tell you.......they are NOT. We thought they were LOW.

Having just returned from a two week vacation in seacoast Maine, the restaurant prices were exhorbitant.......but you pay it as it's part of the experience. If one doesn't want to pay the high prices, just as easy to prepare the stuff at home, courtesy of a good cookbook.

But, folks go out to dine for a reason........to enjoy something different and so that they do not have to cook it themselves.

Restaurants have a lot of overhead, especially in resort areas.........
Plus........food is perishable and has to be restocked daily.
The customer shares in these costs.......

Personally, I can't see quibbling over a few dollars....but that's me.

[Golfingnut]

Originally Posted by senior citizen

For those who quibble that the prices in THE VILLAGES restaurants are too high, let me tell you.......they are NOT. We thought they were LOW.

Having just returned from a two week vacation in seacoast Maine, the restaurant prices were exhorbitant.......but you pay it as it's part of the experience. If one doesn't want to pay the high prices, just as easy to prepare the stuff at home, courtesy of a good cookbook.

But, folks go out to dine for a reason........to enjoy something different and so that they do not have to cook it themselves.

Restaurants have a lot of overhead, especially in resort areas.........
Plus........food is perishable and has to be restocked daily.
The customer shares in these costs.......

Personally, I can't see quibbling over a few dollars....but that's me.

You are among thr larger group.

[senior citizen]

Originally Posted by Golfingnut

You are among thr larger group.

Meaning most TV folks think they get a nice meal for a good price?

[Golfingnut]

Originally Posted by senior citizen

Meaning most TV folks think they get a nice meal for a good price?

Yes, I think that is the case also, if they would drop the prices, no split fees and free to kids, there would be a group complaining about that. Pricing is a precise method to gain the customer base that will bring in the best profit. The Villages is not a discount food and drink kind of community. Make this a place tha people will drive 30 miles for due to cheap food and drink and I will move out.

[leftyf]

I feel that The Villages restaurant's prices are very fair. I'm glad there are no "family restaurants" here. If I want fast food, I just go to those restaurants.

[rubicon]

There is only one restaurant where I complain about price and that is Bonefish. And with that its not the prices. It is more that I believe their prices don't equate with quality of food or reasonable portions.

I went to Bonefish twice and both times I was very disappointed.

I also have some empathy for restaurants here because they are dealing with a large potion of the population on a fixed income and dealing with the fact that the population is seasonal. These two factors alone make pricing difficult for them.

In general then I feel the prices here are reasonable. I congratulate those restaurants that have maintained longevity here because they must be doing something right.

[senior citizen]

Originally Posted by leftyf

I feel that The Villages restaurant's prices are very fair. I'm glad there are no "family restaurants" here. If I want fast food, I just go to those restaurants.

Isn't IHOP (International House of Pancakes) and all of those on the
main road in TV considered family restaurants?????

I agree with you that the prices are all fair......in TV's restaurants.

[Villages PL]

Ultimately, I think we would have to believe that prices are "fair" most of the time because most restaurants have to compete with other restaurants. Sometimes we think prices are too high but that's because it's relative to what we are willing to spend. In that case, we can usually find a lower cost alternative.

[buggyone]

Originally Posted by rubicon

There is only one restaurant where I complain about price and that is Bonefish. And with that its not the prices. It is more that I believe their prices don't equate with quality of food or reasonable portions.

I went to Bonefish twice and both times I was very disappointed.

Are you implying the portions of food at Bonefish are too small? I am a pretty hearty eater and I usually take home leftovers from Bonefish - and mighty tasty leftovers, at that. That is from the main menu.

Mrs. Buggy and I now like to go to Bonefish and sit at the hightop tables by the bar. We get the bar menu food with a drink or two each. I like the Bang Bang Tacos (two flour tacos filled with bang bang shrimp and salad) for $6. A couple of vodka & tonics at $3 each and you have very good dinner for about $12 each. With the bar food menu, we do not take food home.

[784caroline]

Originally Posted by rubicon

There is only one restaurant where I complain about price and that is Bonefish. And with that its not the prices. It is more that I believe their prices don't equate with quality of food or reasonable portions.

I went to Bonefish twice and both times I was very disappointed.

I also have some empathy for restaurants here because they are dealing with a large potion of the population on a fixed income and dealing with the fact that the population is seasonal. These two factors alone make pricing difficult for them.

In general then I feel the prices here are reasonable. I congratulate those restaurants that have maintained longevity here because they must be doing something right.

Are we talking about the same place..BONEFISH on 466 ?? Based on the crowds there every night, you are definintely in the minority, in my view on every point you made. The food served has always been fresh, good hot and more than adequate portions. Most of the menu itens are under $20 with some specials running up to $25. Just had the Lobster roll with a side for $13 and it was very good...this would easily cost $20+in Maine! Alot of items and combinaions for under $20 and the happy hour menu cant be beat!

Never had a bad meal here and service has always been top notch!

Bonefish is one of the best resturants in TV!!

[eweissenbach]

We definitely fall into the camp that restaurants in TV are, on the whole, a bargain. We eat frequently when we are there at Mallory, NY Athens, Cane Garden, Toojays, Cody's, Oakwood, Sonnys, Lighthouse and others and feel we get great value for our dollar. I don't know where you can get the quality and variety of restaurants in a concentrated area, that compares to TV.

[asianthree]

cheesecake factory for two pasta dinner and two cheesecake with tip...$60

[Mamaderby]

We are from the Cleveland area. We have found the restaurant prices in TV to be very reasonable. in fact, we can eat out cheaper here than in Cleveland. Prices are very fair and in fact a great selling point because it is not "resort" pricing......Love it! I love to cook , but also love it when the hubby "cooks"

[Lbmb24101]

We love Bonefish on Tuesdays w their lobster specials!
Example
Yestersay i had the lobster tail w a side and salad, Larry had TWO tails ( no sides)
We drank water instead of alcohol or soda
Bill came to 30.00
And w the AARP discount, $ 27.00
Where can 2 eat lobster for that price???
And the food is very good!
I hope they continue the lobster Tuesdays and the aarp discounts!

Originally Posted by 784caroline

Are we talking about the same place..BONEFISH on 466 ?? Based on the crowds there every night, you are definintely in the minority, in my view on every point you made. The food served has always been fresh, good hot and more than adequate portions. Most of the menu itens are under $20 with some specials running up to $25. Just had the Lobster roll with a side for $13 and it was very good...this would easily cost $20+in Maine! Alot of items and combinaions for under $20 and the happy hour menu cant be beat!

Never had a bad meal here and service has always been top notch!

Bonefish is one of the best resturants in TV!!