Libby's - Lakewood Ranch

Libby’s is always a close by go-to.
But have learned to stay with actual menu items. Just ordered the fish of the day and I must say it was very disappointing and even more so when I got the bill.

Fish special provided a piece of fish roughly 3/8” think and maybe 4”x4” square. Side of Cole slaw was maybe two tablespoon. And level spoonfuls at that. Potato’s were the best part of the meal.

Fortunately we ordered an appetizer or I’d have left hungry. Other menu items provide a nice meal for the price but this meal... $32. What a disappointment.

Please note, food here is usually very good. Just not this one.

Restaurant wasn’t busy but hostess tried to seat us next to another couple in the same booth. My salmon was ok and was hot but my husband’s Mediterranean chicken was cold so maybe a timing issue. House wine at $10 seems high for that setting but we were told it was because they don’t have happy hour on Saturday. I think the restaurant has potential but was an off night for us.

Libby's Lakewood Ranch is a great spot for brunch, lunch, or dinner. For this particular reservation, we did brunch. The bottomless mimosas are well made and refilled via carafe so they never run out of glasses. You can order from their brunch or lunch menu which is convenient for those of us who don't love breakfast foods. The staff is polite, quick, and friendly. Our server Martine (not sure of the spelling pronounced Mar-Teen) was excellent! I may just need to make another reservation for next weekend.

The food was good and the service was very good. We sat outside. Really no ambiance as it overlooks the parking lot, but the sound level of the music coming from the speakers was way too loud. It was very annoying and made for difficult conversation at the table.

Waitress was a bit flighty and may have us too many tables

Amazing food! Wow. We came here for our anniversary dinner and it was excellent. Great outdoor seating. Wonderful live music that wasn’t too loud. FANTASTIC service (shoutout to Lucas for being the best!)

I ordered the soup + Caribbean-style mahi mahi (catch of the day). Both DELISH. My partner ordered the bone-in pork chop and loved it.

We will be back!

Treat night.

We wanted Happy Hour but we were seated in the dining room. Therefore, we paid regular price for wine and 2 appetizers.
Overpriced for what we got!

As usual, Great lunch and wonderful service! It is my “go to” place for lunch.
We tried the Dynamite Shrimp appetizer today. It was delicious!

AlwYs a great time and great food

Food and service was excellent and we will be returning soon.

The food was excellent, service as good. Noise was fine.

Great service and food! I would definitely go again!

My first time there and won't go back. Made reservations but were seated at a small table right in the middle of the floor. The restaurant is loud with many large younger groups and we were seated at a small table for 2 in the middle where everyone was walking at our right, left, behind, and in front. We felt very odd sitting there! Felt like we were in the way of everyone trying to get by.

I don't like leaving bad reviews because I work at a restaurant so I know how difficult it is and still left a generous tip over 20% in cash and put 0 in the tip area of the receipt. When we got our bank statement they made a final charge of 12% more than what I signed for as it looks like they added a tip to the card on their own. I had to call the manager to get this corrected.

Overall, a very bad experience!

The hostess Ella was so friendly and went out of her way to make sure we had what we needed even though it wasn't her job. Our table was ready on time and in the perfect location. The manager Heather was so sweet and came by our table several times to make sure our meal was perfect. We love Libby's and are so glad they are in LWR!!! Food was great! Love the new additions to the menu!

We drive 50 miles to enjoy Libby's and their amazing kale salad. I don't know what they put in the dressing, but it is divine. Highly recommend adding salmon. Service is second to none, every single time.

My guest was served spoiled green beans!
It was called to the waitress’s attention. She was not charged for her meal.

Music was too loud which made it hard to converse with friends

The atmosphere was awesome. The food was delicious. The service was moderate.

Server was great. We were late but still got a table.

It was our first time to Libby's. My husband had the pulled pork and he enjoyed it. My burger was fair. It was crowded and The service was pretty bad unfortunately.

The knock against Libby’s is slow service. Admittedly it has become quicker over the past few months. Today we experienced the same old sloooow, waiting 30 minutes for an appetizer. When you complain here they pick it up which they did for the entree. Food was very good. We had egg rolls as a n app, chicken special and fish and chips for entree.

Service slow and got salads at same time as entrees

Met a friend for lunch, we sat outside. Food was very good, as was the specialty drink. Love this place!

Good food but won’t be back. Way to loud. Can’t even talk across the table. Server missed two items we ordered.

It was wonderful and delicious! They’ve also added new items to their menu. Staff is great and attentive.

This is our new favorite local go to place. It is consistently good; good food, great service, nice, casual ambiance. I’ve met friends for drinks and a light dinner at the bar, shared a birthday dinner, took visitors for brunch, so we’ve experienced all aspects of this great place. My favorite is the Caesar kale with salmon and always have to order the truffle fries; the black and blue burger is amazing as is the home made key lime pie. Mitchell’s is our favorite server...knowledgeable, attentive, professional.

We are now frequent visitors for Libby's. Our server this past week went beyond the normal service we expect at Libby's. He name was Dylan. Dylan, also is serving this county in the armed services. We thank him for his service.

Again, the food was great and the drinks even better. It was very windy outside, but we like sitting outside this time of year. My recommendation to Libby's is to install some roll down screens for the sun. It gets very hot and would be nicer for all outside.

Thanks,

Very good food and drying at reasonable prices. BUT we had 6:45 reservations on a Tuesday in end of March, and when we arrived we were told there was a15 minute delay. We weren't seated till 40 minutes after our reservation time (sided my me prompting for a table). Then when no waitstaff come to us after 20-39 passed, I complained and was then attended to by the manager, who was sweet and apologetic, taking good care of us and treating us to free bottles of good bottled water. The gesture was appreciated. We will go back got cut the excellent food

We waited 45 minutes for the food and then hamburger was lukewarm. Then we had to wait for waiter to finally take the bill. We won’t be going back

One of my favorite neighborhood places to eat! Since Covid and the influx of people moving to the area, they have done a great job trying to keep up with the demand. Not an easy task. This has always been a leisurely place to dine and I'm glad they are here in my community...even if I have to wait for a table!

Shame on me....Second chance to have a good experience here (formally frequent diners). Extremely understaffed and they had no way to provide a great experience with the staff available. Over 2 hrs to get a meal and eat. Waiter was lovely but can’t help the lack of management there. Waste of $100 for the second time.

This is the 2nd time in a week I've been here. It was just as good this time as the 1st. My server was Kelley B. both times and she's the best. She is helpful and attentive. Libby's will be my go to place when I come down and visit. I love the crab cakes. They are awesome. The Thai sticky wings and brussel sprouts are delicious. I don't even want an entree due to these appetizers being so good. I'll be back next time. Btw happy hour all day Tuesday. The lemon drop martini was so good.

Nice salad, great service. Excellent pasta

It was very good, though some of the staff seems to be a bit lost, two time a server came to our table with someone else order, otherwise everything was great

There is a problem with the sun shining on inside and outside tables around 6 PM. Should have window shades and umbrellas. Otherwise the food and service are great.

We sat outside which was pleasant. Inside tables are quite close together. Food was edible, but nothing special. Service was prompt, wouldn't call it warm and friendly though.
Might give it one more try.

Always a good dinner at Libby’s LWR

We have come to enjoy Libbys. This last experience was an exception since the waiter was a complete jerk. Food was wonderful, other servers and staff do an amazing job. It was unfortunate and I hope this guy is fired soon.

This is the second time I’ve dined here... first time the food portions and taste was awesome! This time it seemed the salad wasn’t as fresh and the proportion was small. We were squeezed in to a 2 top table, wish we wouldn’t have been right on top of the other tables! I’ll be back, but I hope the experience will be more like my first visit!