Everglades Gator Grill

We had the pleasure to enjoy our first time eating alligator 🐊 and conch. The alligator meat was tender and delicious. I had heard it tastes just like chicken but I can’t say I agree. I couldn’t put my finger on what to compare it to. The texture was similar to calamari(good cooked calamari). I definitely suggest you come try it here! Owner is very friendly and answers all your questions and curiosities about alligator meat. The food was very flavorful. Their coleslaw was 🤤🤤. The conch fritters were really good too. They have different dipping sauces and they were all delicious. Definitely a two thumbs 👍🏽👍🏽up!

We visited on a Thursday afternoon in late December 2024. The place was completely packed. You go into the store to order and they bring it out to you. We ordered take out so we waited inside but it was super crowded. We saw a couple groups show up and decide to leave after seeing the crowd. We were told 10-15 mins for our food and it definitely took almost 30. We also noticed no matter how many people showed up the gentleman behind the counter told everyone "10-15 mins". That started to annoy me every time he repeated it because the stream of people was constant and we still hadn't gotten our food. All it took was to set realistic expectation and respect peoples time. We had a appointment we were trying to get to and 15 mins would've been fine. We ended up being 15 mins late and felt really bad. We ordered: - Gator Bites (good; the minimum everyone should try) - Gator Caesar Salad (good; not worth price, get something else) - Gator Sandwich (kids ate it all so I don't know if it was good) - Mahi Sandwich (good; piece of fish was huge) - Chicken Tenders (youngest ate them and they looked good) - Gator Stir Fry (best; this was the one item I'd probably come back for) All the food was good. They are a bit pricey but there aren't many other options near by. We were headed from the Keys over to the Ernest Coe Visitor Center in the Everglades National Park. The Gator Stir Fry is the one item I would've probably went out of my way to come back to eat. If we were in South Florida again we would consider stopping here for sure. If you're passing by and you have 30 mins to spare, you won't be disappointed.

Very clean place, food is cook in the moment very fresh and delicious! Have a variety in the menu of course you have to try gator! Fast service nice and friendly staff and dessert A+ Banana fried cheesecake was the best!

Tasty food, great place to try alligator! Just beware of the small portions (comment of a 5’1 Frenchie). Cool outdoor covered terrace to eat in any weather and good spot for pictures!

The Everglades Gator Grill is a standout in Homestead, Florida, offering unique dishes like gator tacos, gator bites known for their tender texture and bold seasoning, and shrimp tacos, featuring fresh, perfectly cooked shrimp. These tacos are served with fresh toppings that enhance their flavor, making them a hit among locals and visitors. The relaxed, open-air atmosphere under a tiki-style hut adds to the appeal, making it a perfect spot for adventurous diners exploring the Everglades. It's a must-try for unique Floridian flavors​

Great spot to try gator meat after a trip in the Everglades. After a long day in the Everglades, my family and I were on the search for a place that served gator meat. Surprisingly, the options nearby were scarce, and the ones our tour guides recommended had low ratings. We wanted to find the best, so we ended up driving about an hour to try this place. My only prior encounter with gator meat was at a state fair (fried gator bites) Here, the specialty was grilled gator tails, and I expected them to be similar. Yet, the grilled version tasted more like chicken breasts, with a hint of earthiness in the aftertaste. My parents found the flavor off-putting, but the restaurant's special sauce—a blend of two mayo —helped mask the somewhat polarizing taste. Served with grilled peppers, onions, jalapeños, yellow rice, and a drizzle of that special sauce, the Gator Grill was reminiscent of a chicken burrito bowl from a local taqueria, which made it more enjoyable. We also tried the conch fritters and a hot dog, both of which were solid choices. The fried conch was mixed with batter that gave it a mushier texture than expected, and the conch was somewhat lost in the mix. So, if you’re feeling adventurous after your Everglades tour, take a drive and give this gator grub a go.

The food is pretty yummy but the price menus on the reviews are super outdated. The gator bites are now almost $15 before tax and I feel like the portions are too small for that price.

The person at the front was amazing, and you can see he loves what he's doing and makes the best experience for anyone. Gator bites were amazing, and their gator sauce is to die for.

Great experience! Staff was friendly and very welcoming. One thing that was a bit unpleasant was that you weren't able to use credit cards/debit cards because of the connection but, then again it is the backwoods. So, bring cash. It still earned the 5 stars!

Food was ok. We had the gator and a burger. Atmosphere was cute and laid back. Service was fast. Great location just outside the park. They charged my card twice but the manager came out and fixed it.

Cute spot off the side of the road. Very small but service was quick and welcoming. Outside shaded area to eat that keeps the sun off of you and keeps you cool. They run the food outside to you. To eat we had: 1.Shrimp po boy- delicious grilled shrimp seasoned to perfection with a special sauce on top. The roll was very fresh and topped with a thin pickle and tomato! The fries were shoestring and very tasty. We also enjoyed the side of coleslaw. 2. Gator bites basket- very good gator, same consistency as chicken. We thought it was going to be fried, very surprised to see it blackened. Very tasty, maybe they should make a fried option? Very enjoyable experience

The Everglades Gator Grill is a must stop if you're coming to Everglades National Park (also don't miss Robert Is Here Fruit Stand that's 2 minutes away). The food here was terrific. We had the chicken strips, hotdog, pulled pork sandwich, and the grilled gator bites. Our family enjoyed all of it but especially the gator bites. They were surprisingly good. They were like chicken but maybe just 15% different. You've got to give them a shot. The staff was friendly and had our food out to us quickly. This place is not air conditioned and you have to sit outside, so be prepared for that. They've got a nice covered patio to keep you out of the sun and also have restrooms. If you're in the area, you really have to stop at this classic spot!

Very fun place to grab lunch. The staff was super-friendly, cracked jokes with our kids, and the food came out fairly quickly. I had the gator basket because I wanted to try it. I wouldn't have it again, but that's not their fault. The "gator sauce" was tasty and the fries were good. My wife got shrimp tacos which she reported were excellent, and my son got a hot dog that was bigger than any I've seen. We ate outside at their covered picnic tables and enjoyed seeing lizards scurrying around the parking lot. The decor is fun and quirky. Nice place to grab a quick bite.

Stopped on our way to the Keys! Fun! We got several items: gator bites, frog legs, conch bites, & grilled shrimp. All tasty & fun. Pleasant help brings you your food outside. We brought our drinks from the car. Some items came with fries &/or coleslaw & the frog legs came with rice. Group loved the conch fritters! I loved the grilled shrimp. Great place to try something different! Little chicken running around was so cute!

I was excited to go to the Everglades Gator Grill on the way to the actual Everglades. It's been a minute since I've reviewed a diner (something I say a lot now, living on the west coast... there are so many fewer diners). Anyway, I found the Everglades Gator Grill since it was right on the way to the Everglades. Not just that, but the Everglades Gator Grill serves actual alligator. I didn't know you could eat alligator until then, so naturally, we had to go. Is it actually a diner? That is subjective, but it's a small roadside stop with plenty of fun options. Atmosphere: The Everglades Gator Grill is located on the side of the road. It's a small building with 5X as much outdoor seating as inside. Most of the outdoor seating consists of picnic tables. Inside, you order your food, then go sit down. There are a few places to sit indoors, but not many. The music was loud outdoors the way we came, and it was hard to hear over it. Other than that, it's a cute roadside stop. There are fun alligator decorations everywhere. Unlike many diners, the Everglades Gator Grill opens at 11 am. So, no breakfast, although I don't know how an alligator omelet would taste. In all, the atmosphere reminds me of a beachy area, because it essentially is. Bright fun colors, plenty of outdoor seating, and a small inside area. Food: Since the Everglades Gator Grill is known for serving alligator, that's what I had to get, right? A few of the Everglades Gator Grill menu items that caught my eye: Gator basket: grilled gator with fries and coleslaw Gator tacos: with coleslaw and cilantro cream sauce Gator stir fry: with steamed rice and plantains The Everglades Gator Grill also serves many non-alligator things if that is your vibe. They have fried clam strips, frog legs, but also some more normal things like burgers, chicken tenders, and salads. So, if you want to try this roadside stop and don't necessarily want alligator, you do have plenty of options. Plus, it's not far from Homestead if you're around there for whatever reason. I decided to go with the gator basket. I had no idea how alligator would taste! It is fairly tough meat, maybe the toughest I've had. It tastes like a tough chicken. Since I have nothing to compare the gator basket to, I will say it tasted good, and I would order it again. The french fries were well seasoned, and all in all, I enjoyed my meal. One of the most unique diner meals I've ever had! I would love to try alligator cooked a different way to see how tough the meat really is. Cost: For my Gator Basket, it was just $15, which seems like a steal at this point. I rarely have diner meals on the west coast that are under $20. Sometimes I miss East Coast diners and their pricing. Service: Our food came out quickly, and the staff was super friendly. I have no complaints. Would I Come Back? I really enjoyed the Everglades Gator Grill, and it's a great stop if you're in Homestead or going to the Everglades. I would definitely go back and try more gator items. If you've never tried alligator, it's tough, but the gator at the Everglades Gator Grill tasted good, and I would order there again. If you're looking for more fun around the Everglades, consider going to the fruit stand: Robert is Here. They have fruit and fun for the whole family. It's not "just a fruit stand" but a whole establishment with barn animal encounters.

Great authentic drill gator locate in Homestead. I tried it a few years ago. It's so delicious . Highly recommended.

If you are finding food around Everglades, you won't be disappointed here. The gator bites are perfectly seasoned, and the frog legs are tender and moist. The owner is super friendly, plus, you can get an amazing view of the sunset if you sit outside.

What Can't I say about the Gator Grill ! I can't say enough good things about the gator grill ! From artistic murals to clean quaint pic nic style seating. The energy and atmosphere of this restaurant sets the mood for the amazing, personal and uplifting service that awaits you inside! This spot IMMEDIATELY became a new regular of ours after the first visit ! And I just don't know who to credit, the sweet and helpful female assistant or the absolute MASTER of a CHEF "Tattoo" who prepared our gator bites and burgers ! This place may be a little pricey looking at about $12-$17 a plate but they are portions you can definitely share or gobble down on your own! The freshest most satisfying gator in all of South Florida! To us every bite and dollar bill is worth it here at the gator grill! Just a hop and a skip from a dessert smoothie at Robert is here this is a number one MUST GO spot when visiting South Florida!

We love gator grill!! Great place to stop when you're out for an afternoon ride. Great food and great service!

Great service! Food was good. Nice ambience. Finally tried gator. I'm glad I did-it was well seasoned.

Gator grill is a convenient small restaurant to stop by on your way to the Everglades. The owners are nice and friendly, and will bring the food out to you. There's plenty of outdoor seating as well. This is my first time trying gator meat and it was a great experience overall. We ordered the gator bites, gator sandwich (which is just gator bites with veggies and a burger bun), and pulled pork sandwich. All were great and tasty. The service was a bit slow but it was the holidays with lots of customers, so understandably they were packed. Definitely check this place out on your way to the Everglades!

It's along the way to the gator farm. Perfect location and offering. I had the frog legs and also the gator bites. The frog legs are tender and soft and the gator bites are cajuny and good too. It's a small place on the ride of the road, but they are pretty good at what they do, so go check them out!

Great eatery for some good ol' Florida-country food. We ordered gator bites, fried pickles, and a basket of fries. I'd never tried alligator before and this seemed like the right place to give it a shot. The gator bites were grilled, super juicy and flavorful. I'm a 100% endorser now, couldn't believe how good they were! Just a note, the gator is NOT fried. I imagine you could probably request it though. Best fries pickles I've had too, plenty for 2-3 people to share a basket. Prices and service was good. Gator was a bit pricey but nothing crazy. You get a beautiful view of miles of farmland on all sides while you eat outside (no indoor seating). They also serve frog legs, burgers, and other quick and easy diner food. The deserts sounded amazing too, we regret not ordering the fried key lime pie! Next time we're in town, this'll be our first stop for sure.

Second time here , again food is delicious, well maintenance site, helpful staff, clean bathroom , nice country music . What's else do you want? See ya there

The food was way overpriced, and just tasted ok. 6 shrimp, a kid sized portion of fries and a bottle of coke for $22. I even drove 30mins out of my way for this disappointment.

Had the gator stir fry which was very tasty. It easily fed two of us. Our family got the bites and frog legs, which were decent. None of it was deep fried, which we initially thought at least one dish was. Would recommend!

Great little spot on The way to Everglades National Park . Outdoor seating makes this a cozy spot to enjoy what this restaurant is named for Gator !!! Yum ..... taste like chicken, but so much better. I had the Gator Basket ($17), large portion of fries, Cole Slaw and Gator bites..... the gator was seasoned well and was quite tasty! If your not up to Gator, this restaurant also offers a very large Mahi sandwich ($17).... As well as other choices.... And if you know me, you know I love my fries and these fries were crispy and delicious. So make the stop, give this place a try you'll like it as much as I did. Follow me on Yelp, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube as I travel the world in search of the perfect bowl of noodle soup. Instagram @noodlesoupr

Good burger.,good fresh outside seating area.Bathrooms closed,using plastic portables,why? Free mangos for customers.Food prepared when you order.Not a busy place.At park road way. I will return and review it again.

We stopped here after a couple days spent biking and walking (can't really call it hiking) around the Everglades. We were so excited to try some raved about alligator; fresher than we can get in my Utah town. We drove up to find a sign on the door saying they were closed for a break. What a bummer. If we ever come back maybe we'll try again. Gave 3 stars so we don't ruin their ratings.

Gatorilicous! Greta gator meat ever I had! Service was very friendly toward customers! Definitely visit this place again!

Best place to eat when in the middle of no were love the gator pictures love the food nice add ribs to the MENU please good stuff

Not a great experience for us. Gator was chewy and the shrimp were overcooked. Food took a really long time to arrive. Nice outdoor eating area except for the cigarette smoke in my kids faces. When asked, staff said there was nothing they could do.. We got out of there as quickly as we could.

Down in the Everglades today for some smoothies at Roberts and onto the Gator grill for lunch. There is a large covered seating area but no indoor seating. As expected we ordered the gator bites that were tender and not greasy with a side of fries. Also had the fried conch and these were not as good as the gator primarily because I could not find conch in them. The people here are friendly and the food was delivered promptly. I would recommend this place even though the conch fritters did not meet my expectations but because the gator was good.

The chicken fingers were great and the fries too. The staff was nice also. Go place to go to before going to the Everglades.

Food was good. Aligator meet has a bit too much spices. I expected to try real meat taste. Service was very good, especially Chef, he was a legend :) If you want to try Gator, stop there.

We stopped by this place to Everglades national park and it is a family feel place with shades. You can see the green meadows and also feel the breeze. We tried the gator taco and the frog legs. The taco sauce is great, a little sour and a little sweet, which makes it a perfect balance with the gator meat. The gator tastes totally different from I ate before in Africa. This is farm raised and is chewy like beef. The frog leg was stewed with garlic and rice, the rice is soft and the frog is tender, however, the flavor is too salty. Still, a very fun and cozy experience here!

Stopped here on the way to Everglades National Park visitor center. Had a huge mahi mahi sandwich for $17.95. Pricy but not much else around here. Sandwich was substantial with huge pieces of mahi mahi. Fries were seasoned and delicious! Friendly service.

This was a pleasant surprise on my way to the Everglades Alligator Farm. They have a small private parking lot, covered patio seating and limited indoor dining. In addition to their gator items, they have typical cafe foods such as burgers, fish, tacos, and hot dogs. The staff there is ver friendly, welcoming and helpful. I got an order of the gator bites. It did not take long for them to be prepared. They were delicious. They were blackened and some of the best gator that I have ever had. I highly recommend checking this place out. They have great service and delicious food,

Food was well prepared but did take a long time. I highly recommend the gator basket which was delicious. The fries however were not, they were overcooked and dry. Other than that great atmosphere and a fun atheistic. 3/5 would eat again.

Amazing grilled gator and best sweet potato fries... our Chef Tattoo was awesome. Definitely coming back

I read somewhere that you should stop here for frog legs and gator after visiting the Everglades. After visiting, I think we were tricked by a tourist trap. Covid-19: you can order over the phone, but you have to go inside and pay when you get there. We were told it would be 30 minutes, but when I got there, half of my food was ready and the other half wasn't. So I had to wait 15 more minutes for the rest of it while the half that was ready got cold. We got a gator bites basket, gator tacos, and frog legs. The meats were not good. The alligator was seasoned well, but it was so chewy I almost choked on it. The frog legs were slimy and rubbery. The flavor wasn't good. We've had some really good alligator before, so I know I like it. This was my first time trying frog legs, but I have to imagine there are better places for them. The sides were pretty good though. We loved the fries, coleslaw, rice, plantains, and chips/salsa. Go to Robert Is Here for a milkshake, but skip this place.

Just picked up gator bites and a burger, if you never had gator maybe you don't know what it's like but this is not it! The bites were legit hard to keep down, the burger was better but wasn't even a burger was just bites on a bun with onion lettuce tomato. Great cool place, but food NOT WORTH it at all!

Great food and service u won't b disappointed I came from north Miami jus for the frog legs I been herd about so tender juicy

This is the place to go if you'd like to try some gator. It is located right outside of Ernest F Coe visitor center of Everglade National park. We came for lunch on our way to the park. We ordered gator basket, gator sandwich, and gator Cesar salad. All tasted amazing, well seasoned and not too dry or tough. The food was served super fast too. And we enjoyed outdoor seating for our lunch. It was the highlight of our day

Yum! Perfect post-Everglades lunch! I wasn't sure what to expect when being served Gator lol, but it was tasty! To me it tasted like chicken with the texture of fish... if that makes any sense. You place your order inside and then take a seat outside in the shaded area. Food is then brought out to your table. Prices are a bit high considering portion size, but considering how close it was to the park, I guess it's worth it. Definitely a must do for the full Everglades experience!

My youngest had the conch chowder, I tried very good similar to Manhattan clam chowder. The frog legs were served on top of yellow Caribbean rice. Nice meaty frog legs, the sauce served with was mild but with a little hot sauce was the way, I liked. I really loved their grilled gator the marinade they use allows you to really taste the gator in a flavorful way. Much better than fried gator which can be hard to differentiate from chicken. They also use the grilled gator in the taco which was really good. The only thing, I did not like was the chips and salsa served with the tacos. Chips were stale and salsa tasted like standard gringo salsa. The fries served with gator basket was good. A solid place when going to Everglades national park, loved the outdoor seating area.

We tried the gator basket, veggie burger, and grilled cheese. All were great! Staff was so welcoming and helpful. Will definitely stop by if we visit the Everglades again.

I was pleasantly surprised to find a good burger and fries at this roadside diner, the first and last place your going to find before your enter and leave the Everglades.

The place seemed really good, I got the gator bites, which I did not like. Primarily, because they were really chewy but I have never had gator before. What I have had before is conch chowder, and the one from here looked like watered down Chilli's spicy sauce without the spice. The "best burger in town" was okay, for the price and quality I would just rather go to a Fast Food place.

My boyfriend and I stopped here for lunch on our way to the Everglades. We shared the frog legs and the alligator bucket. To our surprise, the frog legs were our favorite. It tasted like chicken! The sauce it came with was amazing. The alligator meat is a little chewy and tough but still delicious. We enjoyed the experience so much! The service was phenomenal. They have a small parking area out front. You go inside to order. There are no seats inside but they have a large seating area outside that's shaded. Restrooms are outside as well. Definitely a spot to visit and try if you've never had frog legs or alligator meat before!

Gator bites are grilled and covered in a slimy sauce. They were very tough & chewy. Had no flavor. Couldnt get past the presentation. Conch fritter were edible. I have been here before & the gator bites were better but not these :(

This place is pretty small and unassuming - I think that a lot of the patrons might be the people coming and going from the alligator farm (and who get curious to find out how gator actually tastes)! For how low key the place is, the food they served up was actually pretty tasty! We got a gator basket to share - I liked the texture of the meat and I think the seasoning was done pretty well. It wasn't a ton of meat, but definitely worth an order at least once. I'd heard that the frog legs are another good dish to get, but I'd tried frog legs quite a few times so I didn't get them this time. A pretty nice place to pop in for a between-meals kind of snack!

Got 2 orders of gator for a total of 27$ Assumed it would be fried since there was no description and most gator is. It was not, it was overcooked on a griddle with no real flavor and very small. We will not be back

What a pleasant surprise this little restriction was. My goodness, the food was great. Food came fast and hot and the outdoor seating is quite pleasant, even on a hot day. The gator basket was popular with our family of six. 5 of 6 ordered it and quickly demolished it. My daughter had the gator sandwich. She really enjoyed that as well. We travel with a cooler so we were able to provide our own beverages. All in all, it was a great experience. The place won't knock your socks off when you look at it, but when you eat the food, you will see it was well worth the stop.

The gator bites were chewy not even battered or fried looked liked they just cooked them on a griddle and the burger was not amazing. I honestly feel a Burger King burger would of been better. Sorry I won't come here again. And it sucks cuz my friend hyped this place up and he felt the same. He was disappointed

Got the gator bites grilled and prepared by Tattoo. He is extremely friendly and informative. A little pricy but for a tourist trying gator I'm extremely glad and impressed with the taste and quality.

The food was great! I only wish the gator bites was fried. I should have known it wasn't fried since the name was gator grill. I just figured because they was bites it would be fried. The family all loved the food no complaints.