Guidebook to The Mama Dear Home
Family Friendly Experience
Once you cross the Boca Grande Causeway Bridge, take your time- because you are now leaving your Fast Pace life behind as you enter your new "Fun and Relaxed" pace! You are now on Boca Grande Island time. Beware, the hustle and bustle of the village draws to a sharp close at 5pm. I can only guess that the reason for this drastic departure from the business day, is to get home and transition into evening time- Happy Hours, formal and informal dinners in or out. Folks are all about again attending to social activities for the evening.
21 locals recommend
Gasparilla Island
Once you cross the Boca Grande Causeway Bridge, take your time- because you are now leaving your Fast Pace life behind as you enter your new "Fun and Relaxed" pace! You are now on Boca Grande Island time. Beware, the hustle and bustle of the village draws to a sharp close at 5pm. I can only guess that the reason for this drastic departure from the business day, is to get home and transition into evening time- Happy Hours, formal and informal dinners in or out. Folks are all about again attending to social activities for the evening.
Food scene
This is Historic Olde World Florida at it's best! The "Inn", as it is referred to by locals, is a real charmer and a fun place to have a cocktail or make reservations in the dining room for a special occasion.
7 locals recommend
Gasparilla Inn & Club
500 Palm AveThis is Historic Olde World Florida at it's best! The "Inn", as it is referred to by locals, is a real charmer and a fun place to have a cocktail or make reservations in the dining room for a special occasion.
Oh my goodness, what a wonderful street taco- at a price that won't choke up! Grab these and head to the beach (you're only 2 blocks away!) They have Gluten Free Bowls and Shrimp Ceviche. Wrap it up with an Ice Cream from The Pink Pony! https://www.pinkponyboca.com/tortuga
Tortuga Mexican Street Cuisine
471 Park AvenueOh my goodness, what a wonderful street taco- at a price that won't choke up! Grab these and head to the beach (you're only 2 blocks away!) They have Gluten Free Bowls and Shrimp Ceviche. Wrap it up with an Ice Cream from The Pink Pony! https://www.pinkponyboca.com/tortuga
" The Temp", as it is lovingly referred to- Is a classic on the island. You haven't experienced Boca Grande if you haven't had a drink or dinner at The Temp. The restaurant opened in 1947 and I'm guessing not much has changed. The menu changes daily and the fish is always fresh. Lobster Mac is amazing and frying me up some oysters please!! Upon entry- Close your eyes and enjoy the ride back in time.
12 locals recommend
Temptation Restaurant
350 Park Ave" The Temp", as it is lovingly referred to- Is a classic on the island. You haven't experienced Boca Grande if you haven't had a drink or dinner at The Temp. The restaurant opened in 1947 and I'm guessing not much has changed. The menu changes daily and the fish is always fresh. Lobster Mac is amazing and frying me up some oysters please!! Upon entry- Close your eyes and enjoy the ride back in time.
Pink Elephant
491 Bayou Ave