Monday, January 9, 2017

Gilberts Resort

First, let me reiterate, our winter home is on the main land of Florida. We are about as far south as you can go without being on the causeway to the Keys. We like it here for several reasons, the most prominent being the tropic weather.

Our campground is located just to the left of the last traffic signal in Florida City. Just past our RV park you are funneled onto the blue barrier lined causeway that takes you to the islands. At the southern end of the causeway the road climbs a high bridge over Jewfish creek. Cross the bridge and you have arrived in the Conch Republic, aka the Florida Keys. 



Under the bridge is a marina/hotel/restaurant/Tiki Bar called Gilbert's Resort. Hidden from view for the passing parade rushing by on the high bridge, the resort, specifically the waterfront Tiki Bar is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike. Whether arriving by bike, boat or buick the open air seating by the docks is the big draw for those in search of that mythical Margaritaville. 



Millie and I have never stopped at Gilbert's on our trips to the Keys and decided to drive down and check it out. The Resort has provided the atmosphere; three large open Tiki Hut bars, waterfront tables along the dock and wanna-sound-like-the-islands entertainment. All you need bring is the attitude, which should by now be mellowed by the latitude.



There is a full menu for food, our opinion is based on just the two selections we made in our one visit. In our humble view, it is typical water view bar quality, deep fried and overpriced. 



Gilbert's Resort is a fun place to enjoy friends, people watch and take in the ever changing spectacle of boats that cruise by or tie up at the dock.

1 comment:

  1. Agree with your Gilberts revue. Used to be a lot more reasonable price wise.
    Don't know if you were ever a Joe Cocker fan but this Sunday the group features Johnny O who could be him!
    We'll be there.

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