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Old Oct 21, 2021 | 10:56 AM
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Myself and a friend from Colorado are planning a 3 day 2 night ride almost around the perimeter of FL, We are leaving from Jacksonville Beach heading across to Crystal River, South from there along the Gulf to the Cape Coral area. Back east along Lake okeechobee to the Jupiter area, then North on A1A back to Jax..

Iv'e never been to the Gulf Coast , Looking for suggestions on places for food and drink along the way , Nothing fancy biker and tiki bars will do . what you got in your area ? Thanks for any help. BTW we will not be taking any highways .
 
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Old Oct 21, 2021 | 03:41 PM
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If you come thru the Clearwater - Pinellas Park area you could always hit Orange County Choppers Roadhouse & Museum --> OCC Roadhouse
 
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Old Oct 22, 2021 | 05:17 AM
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Old Oct 24, 2021 | 10:27 AM
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Stop in Homossassa and go to The Freezer and get their steamed shrimp!!! Oh man........
 
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Old Oct 25, 2021 | 08:31 AM
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For a quick beer or a meal on the water, try Crackers in Crystal River. They have a super blackened Mahi sandwich that you may enjoy.
 
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Old Nov 3, 2021 | 09:44 AM
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Take 98 along the Gulf, a very pretty ride. Crossing over to the East coast there are not too many options, the town of Okeechobee has plenty of restaurants and diners. You can barely see Lake O except in one or 2 locations like Port Mayaka so don't expect any views.
 
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Old Nov 4, 2021 | 08:29 PM
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Take Rte 42 and the Tamiami Trail (Rte 41 south of Tampa to Miami) and avoid I-75.

When you break eastbound on 41 (Naples toward Miami), stop in at Joanie's Blue Crab Cafe (39395 Tamiami Trail E, Ochopee, FL 34141) and make sure to USE THE GUY'S BATHROOM. You won't be disappointed.

Also, call ahead to make sure they're open (239-695-2682)
 
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Originally Posted by jumpmasterjay
Take Rte 42 and the Tamiami Trail (Rte 41 south of Tampa to Miami) and avoid I-75.

When you break eastbound on 41 (Naples toward Miami), stop in at Joanie's Blue Crab Cafe (39395 Tamiami Trail E, Ochopee, FL 34141) and make sure to USE THE GUY'S BATHROOM. You won't be disappointed.

Also, call ahead to make sure they're open (239-695-2682)
the ladies bathroom is a hoot too. Is Joanie's still open? Heard they were selling a while back but maybe they changed their minds
 
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Never seen the inside of the ladies' room. Perhaps I should "identify as a woman" for a few minutes and check it out.
 
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