Our Top 5 Restaurants at The Villages, Florida | Amazing Food at The Villages, FL

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  • @OnePoodleFan
    @OnePoodleFan Рік тому +2

    Just found you guys! I have been researching The Villages when your UA-cam videos were recommended and I have loved what have seen so far. The restaurant reviews are fun and full of great non-pretentious information. I subscribed to your channel immediately. Looking forward to watching tons more :) Thanks

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  Рік тому +1

      Wow thanks so much! We appreciate the kind words! Thanks for subscribing!

    • @d.l.n.7133
      @d.l.n.7133 8 місяців тому +1

      Do you follow The Village’s Newcomers “, Linda & Jerry ? They are fantastic and provide excellent information about life in the villages . You can always learn a lot from their comment section .
      I live in Jupiter and my brother lives in the villages .. l just found this young couple ( on this video ) and they do an excellent job with the village’s restaurants ( even if l don’t always agree ) …
      The Flying Biscuit does have incredible grits . If you like your biscuits a bit more baked .. just ask the waitress and she will look for a browner biscuit.

  • @kerstinlampert7337
    @kerstinlampert7337 5 місяців тому +2

    Great recommendations...we will look forward to trying them!

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  5 місяців тому

      Thank you! Let us know what you think!

  • @GracejoyTV
    @GracejoyTV 2 роки тому +2

    Will be trying Lighthouse Point Bar and Grille Fish Fry for lunch tomorrow!

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому

      Awesome! Hopefully you enjoyed it and had a good time!

  • @pietrinabravata3474
    @pietrinabravata3474 2 роки тому +3

    Love your videos! You are one of the cutest couples around! Keep the reviews coming.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +1

      That is so kind of you to say! Thanks so much for the support and kind words!

  • @lindakurman8642
    @lindakurman8642 2 роки тому +3

    Wonderful video stinken good guys. Very nice. Now we def have to go to Roberto’s. Thanks!!

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +1

      You are welcome and thanks for the compliments! You for sure have to try it. Thanks for watching!

  • @carolapostolos8929
    @carolapostolos8929 2 роки тому +5

    I'm surprised Bluefin wasn't even on your list. It's my favorite Villages restaurant. We've eaten there many times and never been disappointed DELICIOUSNESS!

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому

      Hello! We only did the top five from the places we have currently been to. We have not been to Bluefin yet but since you say it is great, we will put it on the list of place to try! Thanks for watching!

  • @maddyspires2401
    @maddyspires2401 2 роки тому +1

    LOVE LOVE LOVE the way this is done and how Tember is clear as day like normal!!

  • @beingkitschroeder2507
    @beingkitschroeder2507 2 роки тому +2

    I love watching all of your videos. I had a feeling about your Number one and I was correct!

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому

      Thanks so much! That is very kind of you 😀. You got it correct! Thanks for watching!

  • @jodystancliff7864
    @jodystancliff7864 2 роки тому +1

    Love your videos! I've found several new places to eat because of your channel.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому

      That is awesome! Thank you so much for the nice compliment!

  • @jackibrown5215
    @jackibrown5215 Рік тому +1

    You guys are great. I trust you to guide us to great restaurants.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  Рік тому

      Thanks so much! We really appreciate it!

  • @johnjanejourney
    @johnjanejourney 2 роки тому +2

    This is a good format to add to your video repertoire. Looking forward to Q & A session(s).

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much! We appreciate it! Trying to change it up a little bit. Thanks for watching!

  • @RGraves
    @RGraves 2 роки тому +1

    Great job guys. Love watching your videos. Very informative.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому

      Thank you for the awesome comment! We appreciate it!

  • @administrativeassistantboh3447
    @administrativeassistantboh3447 2 роки тому +2

    Love this!!! I’ve been making our list of restaurants and places to visit at our next visit from your videos. Thanks for the adventures!

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +1

      Sweet! Thank you! You are so welcome and thanks so much for watching!

  • @kathywood5740
    @kathywood5740 2 роки тому +2

    Have not been to McGrady yet, but agree with your comments on all. Love the Flying Biscuit.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +1

      Awesome! You will have to try it sometime. Thanks for watching!

  • @2005Pilot
    @2005Pilot 4 місяці тому +1

    Gonna have to try some of these. Thanks!!

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  4 місяці тому +1

      You are welcome! Thanks for watching!

  • @derbuckeyetribe9789
    @derbuckeyetribe9789 2 роки тому +1

    Leaving likes and you two are definitely giving me Villagasitus.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching! We appreciate it!

  • @robertgranafei2781
    @robertgranafei2781 7 місяців тому +2

    Hands down the best restaurant, and value, in The Villages is Sakura, a Japanese restaurant with some of the freshest Japanese food we have ever had. Their bento box lunches are so good and for $15 are impossible to beat. Try it.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  6 місяців тому

      We will have to try that! Thanks for the suggestion!

  • @angelamasson-fashionover50
    @angelamasson-fashionover50 2 роки тому +1

    Agree, Loved the Flying Biscuit!! I had never had grits either but LOVED them!! Have you tried Napoleo's yet off of 301? We have heard great things about their Italian food but have not been yet. We will have to go try Roberto's Never been. Thanks so much for your reviews!

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому

      Awesome! We have not tried Napoleo's yet so we will add that to our list. You for sure have to try Roberto's! Thanks for watching!

  • @sarahmccoy4916
    @sarahmccoy4916 2 роки тому +2

    This is so awesome! I wish I had asked for your autograph when you guys were out here visiting! You guys are going to have your own t.v. show or even channel one day. This was so fun to watch and we are so excited to watch more!

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому

      Hey! Thanks for watching! We appreciate it 😀. If you have any ideas for us, let us know! We can't wait to visit again and stay tuned for some more videos!! Miss you guys!

  • @kentbowen2731
    @kentbowen2731 2 роки тому +3

    Love you guys! We have a second home in the villages and eat at a lot of the places you have visited. Lots of great food! I would have guessed that Altem was your last name. Fun to get that new piece of trivia. Keep up the good work and we will keep watching. We watch from northern Indiana and the villages when we are there.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому

      Wow thanks so much! We appreciate the kind comments and are thankful you watch. We are having a Q&A very soon! Stay tuned and have a great weekend!

  • @loriwise3177
    @loriwise3177 2 роки тому +1

    I will go to Roberto’s next! Thanks! Love your videos!

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому

      It is great! That is so nice of you and thanks for watching!

  • @richd6362
    @richd6362 2 роки тому +2

    Great video. We love Roberto's.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you! Awesome! It is so good. Thanks for watching

  • @johnriley535
    @johnriley535 2 роки тому +2

    Great video! now we have a list of places to try outside the Theam parks when we get down to Florida October thru November. best deli in your area might be a good video (best sandwich)👍👍

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks! Yeah, go try all the places! And that is a good idea. Thanks for the suggestion! We will have to try some deli places. Thanks for watching!

  • @ronniedelaplain6722
    @ronniedelaplain6722 2 роки тому +2

    Love the Flying Biscuit learned it from your video. Now I go there once a week for breakfast. I get the waffle breakfast my favorite, potatoes inside of grits. It was a great waffle I make my own waffle at home there’s is a match to mine.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +1

      Awesome! So glad you enjoy it! Sounds like you make a stinkin' good waffle! Thanks so much for watching!

    • @ronniedelaplain6722
      @ronniedelaplain6722 2 роки тому +1

      My wife was a very good cook, a gourmet cook but she always made me make waffles. Everyone likes them and I don’t know why. A friend’s wife wanted the recipe. I said it on the Bisquick box and the only thing I do different is add 2 eggs instead of 1 then add pecans to the batter. The second egg makes it stand up better and Fluffier. That’s all I do differently.

  • @bernadettearroyo-kemp6841
    @bernadettearroyo-kemp6841 2 роки тому +2

    Everything looks delicious!

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +1

      It sure was! Thanks for watching!

  • @pennyweldon8587
    @pennyweldon8587 2 роки тому +2

    We really liked #1 a lot too 😍😀😉 We will have to try out McGrady’s Pub & the Lighthouse Bar & Grill. Jim’s birthday was Saturday & I took him to VKI Japanese Steak House @ Sumter Landing. The food was delicious at the hibachi table, especially the scallops!! Service was great too!! Keep those fantastic reviews coming!!

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +1

      Awesome! Glad you got to try it. We appreciate the support and love when others visit the restaurants and enjoy them as well!

  • @terryk7712
    @terryk7712 2 роки тому +2

    Very impressive. There are a number of BQ joints in TV and outside the bubble. You guys should look into those.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому

      Will do! If you have any suggestions, let us know!

  • @ernestkooistra1559
    @ernestkooistra1559 2 роки тому +2

    Nice video! Good job.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much! We appreciate that!

  • @brfrench1
    @brfrench1 10 місяців тому +1

    Definitely will go to Roberto’s now. I had not heard of it.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  10 місяців тому

      One of our top favorite restaurants! Roberto is such a nice person. We have a few videos on it but let us know what you think when you go!

  • @JohnHoganN8
    @JohnHoganN8 2 роки тому +2

    Great video! We enjoyed seeing you in this format. We agree on the Flying Biscuit …. biscuit! 🤔 McGrady’s would not have made our top 20 but that is probably because we are British 🇬🇧 🤣🤣 Cannot wait to go to Roberto’s in a couple of weeks so thanks for that review. Have a great long weekend!

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +2

      Hello! Haha thank you! Appreciate it! Fair enough on the McGrady's lol. Can't wait for you to try Roberto's! We are going to enjoy our long weekend and will be filming some things. Have a great weekend!

  • @debracsirke5290
    @debracsirke5290 2 роки тому +1

    The limoncello cake at Roberto’s is KILLER!!!

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +1

      Their desserts are so amazing!!! Going to have to try them all sometime. Is that your fav? Thanks so much for watching!

  • @Nolly1960
    @Nolly1960 2 роки тому +2

    I was there in April and ate at the lighthouse,very good… if you like piña colada’s it was the best I ever had…

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +1

      Definitely will have to try the pina colada! Thank you for the suggestion and thanks for watching!

  • @jimkerr7
    @jimkerr7 2 роки тому +2

    Please try Willys in Sawgrass. Make sure you try their cheese curds. I’ll bet you’ll rate them stinkin good!

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +1

      Hello! Thank you for the suggestion. We added it to the list. We would love some stinkin' good cheese curds so can't wait to go there!!! Thanks for watching!

  • @franomts7512
    @franomts7512 2 роки тому +1

    Have you guys been to the Wolfgang Puck Kitchen + Bar on Brownwood Blvd? Great flatbreads!

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +1

      We have not but just added it to our list! Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching!

  • @debschafer9213
    @debschafer9213 2 роки тому +2

    You two couldn't be cuter. Love your videos.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks so much! We appreciate it! 😀

  • @susiejaxs7946
    @susiejaxs7946 Рік тому +1

    Going to visit the villages soon and will be checking out these restaurants during our stay… on a side note.. where did u get the picture that is behind you? It’s gorgeous and I couldn’t even see all of it!

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  Рік тому

      Oh awesome! Let us know what you think! There are so many good places to try and we hope you have fun! We got that picture at Kirkland’s! They may still have it there.

  • @eloiseparker6160
    @eloiseparker6160 2 роки тому +3

    No Harvest at Brownwood??? It is amazing.. Also Bluefin

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому

      Hello! We have been to Harvest and it was good! Have not been to Bluefin yet but have heard it is great!

  • @eloiseparker6160
    @eloiseparker6160 2 роки тому +1

    Try Reveille for the cinnamon Roll pancakes...Magnolia Plaza

  • @gregyoder1701
    @gregyoder1701 6 місяців тому

    This one and Tony’s review, nice tember parts

  • @sandrakennedy3527
    @sandrakennedy3527 Місяць тому

    Is the pizza in Spanish Springs good?

  • @derbuckeyetribe9789
    @derbuckeyetribe9789 2 роки тому +1

    One Add on... The Rose Plantation in Fruitland Park. It's expensive and something that I would reserve for a special occasion like an Anniversary. Oh and dress up... not a dress code but it's not the type of place to go looking like a slouch..

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому

      Awesome. Thank you! Many places we haven't heard of yet so appreciate it!

  • @ronniedelaplain6722
    @ronniedelaplain6722 8 місяців тому +2

    I know i already have commented on this older video, on The Flying Biscuit is my home for breakfast. They give a punch card after you pay for your 7th meal you get the 8th free I’m on my 9th punch card I’ve only lived here for 2 years, that doesn’t count for the times I didn’t know about the card. Needless to say I’m well known there also I give a generous tip.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  8 місяців тому +1

      That is awesome! We need to do a refresh review out there. It’s nice they have a punch card. Glad you enjoy it!

  • @barbarajeanherter2915
    @barbarajeanherter2915 Рік тому

    mcgrady's have corn beef and cabbage Friday St. Patrick's Day should I make a reservation

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  Рік тому

      I’m sure it will be a popular spot! Reservations are always a good idea on special event days.

  • @jfieldsyt
    @jfieldsyt Рік тому +1

    You guys been to Wolfgang Pucks yet?

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  Рік тому

      Not yet! We definitely want to go check it out!

  • @lindaosorio2187
    @lindaosorio2187 Рік тому +2

    Can I share your video in my page?

  • @lisaduncan3363
    @lisaduncan3363 2 місяці тому

    The Flying Biscuit or something was closed down for a little bit because the Food Admin. or something found all kinds of stuff to close them down. Good food though.

  • @soxman9
    @soxman9 2 роки тому +2

    Love the videos!! The mug club from McGrady's was done through a lottery. There are 300 mugs and thousands of people submitted apps.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +1

      That is good to know! It must have been a very popular thing for them to do. So cool! Thanks for watching!

  • @eloiseparker6160
    @eloiseparker6160 2 роки тому +1

    So next time you go to Flying Biscuit get raspberry sauce for your grits. You have to ask.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому

      That sounds amazing! We will have to try that. Thanks!

  • @paulam9838
    @paulam9838 10 місяців тому +1

    I love the wave! Come join us! :)

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  10 місяців тому

      Haha thanks! Appreciate it!

  • @lyndaseringa7929
    @lyndaseringa7929 2 роки тому +1

    Alex, do your parents live in The Villages?

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +2

      Hello! They do not. Thanks for asking!

  • @ToRetirementAndBeyond
    @ToRetirementAndBeyond 2 роки тому

    We enjoy your channel, but I am lost on this list.
    Not one country club mentioned?
    Most of our best meals have been at one of the CC's.
    Our number one restaurant is at Nancy Lopez CC.
    One of our worst meals was at City Fire.
    Where is Harvest?
    Where is Prima Italian Steakhouse?
    I'm sorry - a pizza joint is number one?

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +2

      Hello! A couple things: 1) This video is labeled our top 5 restaurants. With that being said, these are the ones that we enjoy. Everyone is free to choose their own top 5; those may be different than ours, which is totally fine! Everyone has a right to their own favorites. 2) Our top five consists of only the places we have filmed and been to. If you have followed our channel for a little while, you can see that there is not a video at a country club, Nancy Lopez CC, or Prima Italian Steakhouse. So those wouldn't be included. 3) Roberto's is an authentic Italian restaurant that many people told us to go to. Once we went, it was amazing. After posting this video, we can say that a large number of viewers agreed and also have gone, based off of this recommendation, and have greatly enjoyed it. With that being said, we appreciate the support and the views and everyone is free to decide what place is their favorite! Thanks for watching!

    • @ToRetirementAndBeyond
      @ToRetirementAndBeyond 2 роки тому

      @@thealtemlife Sorry if I came off pissy. Must have woke up on the wrong side of the earth. I enjoy your channel - peace out :)

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому

      Thanks! We appreciate the support. Enjoy your day!

    • @conspiracybeliever1749
      @conspiracybeliever1749 Рік тому +1

      I agree, we went to City Fire once for lunch and it was awful--we will not be back!

    • @Richg468
      @Richg468 Рік тому

      Roy,Roy,Roy, what happened to that easy going happy guy.

  • @michaelwilder9231
    @michaelwilder9231 2 роки тому +2

    Would love to see a collaboration with Jerry and Linda The Villages Florida Newcomers plus they have a lot of experience with audio and Cameras.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +1

      Hello! Thanks for the suggestion and thanks so much for watching!

  • @peterbernard3068
    @peterbernard3068 2 роки тому +1

    Do you guys live in TV? You don’t look retired.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому

      Haha we do not. Thanks for watching!

  • @PrettyCreativeClassic
    @PrettyCreativeClassic 2 роки тому +1

    Great video, but her audio is TOO LOW! Please give her a microphone!

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the compliment! As far as the audio goes, we both are using a mic on the table and have spoken with several people who have said the audio sounded great and they could hear us loud and clear. A solution for you to try would be to try it on another device. On our end, our volume levels are high and even in our editing software, our voices are equally picked up so we would recommend making sure your volume is up all the way and try another device.

    • @Satjr35031
      @Satjr35031 2 роки тому

      I have a little trouble hearing but I heard everything fine from both

  • @kevinjacques5837
    @kevinjacques5837 2 роки тому +1

    Roberto,s is the best

  • @ronniedelaplain6722
    @ronniedelaplain6722 2 роки тому +2

    Am a thick crust pizza guy. Don’t like thin crust

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +2

      Fair enough! We can go either way on the crust but we definitely like good crust lol!

  • @doctorpete1
    @doctorpete1 Рік тому

    Are these guys 55 or older?

  • @Woody880
    @Woody880 5 місяців тому

    Hope your Salmon wasn't farmed raised. Wonder if you two asked?

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  5 місяців тому

      Not sure if it was or wasn’t!

  • @lilysgram5886
    @lilysgram5886 2 роки тому

    Sorry but the only one I agree with is Roberto’s.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому +1

      That is why there are so many different restaurants to choose from because everyone will have a different opinion.😀Thanks for watching!

  • @cupmccutcheon3009
    @cupmccutcheon3009 Рік тому

    Volume too low

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  Рік тому

      Hello! We test the volume each time we post a video. We make sure the volume is where it’s supposed to be. Sometimes it depends on what device you are on.

  • @gregyoder1701
    @gregyoder1701 6 місяців тому

    Very neutral in the reviews

  • @tvjake3202
    @tvjake3202 2 роки тому

    I like FB waffles, do not like chicken sausage, never had luck at Light House, City Fire was okay, we like Red Sauce pizza. Taste in food is subjective we think McCalls chicken is over rated.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  2 роки тому

      Very true that each person will have their own preferences on which food they like. These are our top ones because they have tasted good and we have enjoyed them. Thanks for watching!

  • @gregyoder1701
    @gregyoder1701 6 місяців тому

    Artmans bar b q, on 42

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  6 місяців тому

      It was a great spot! We need to go back!

  • @wingfoot48
    @wingfoot48 Рік тому +2

    You are very young to be reviewing in a 55 and older place lol

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  Рік тому

      Haha we sure are but at least there is no age limit at the restaurants! Thanks for watching!

    • @sparks3423
      @sparks3423 8 місяців тому

      Agree !!!!!!!!

  • @michaeldonaher9041
    @michaeldonaher9041 10 місяців тому +1

    Agree with Roberto's - I eat there 1x month. McGrady's - sucks, over priced, over rated and NOTHING - NOTHING like a traditional Pub - not even close.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  10 місяців тому

      Roberto’s so good! Last time we were at McGradys, really enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!

  • @bfoley1973
    @bfoley1973 2 роки тому

    You must not get out much

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  Рік тому

      Definitely get out all the time. Feel free not to watch!

  • @robster6884
    @robster6884 2 роки тому

    Had the worse pizza ever at Robertos.

    • @thealtemlife
      @thealtemlife  Рік тому

      Sorry to hear that. We absolutely loved it!

  • @acesmith7228
    @acesmith7228 Рік тому

    I like you restaurants review, but the guy talks like he's talking to 1st graders