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Yellow Dog Eats – Gotha FL

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A favorite find is a restaurant that is a local creation, has a unique personality and great food. These places don’t need to be a part of the hottest retail strip or an overwhelming marketing push. There is a “feel” to the place from the moment you walk through the door or step on the patio. Chains try to mimic the homegrown vibe, but it’s an experience hard to replicate.

I believe the personality of the creator (Fish) is part of the ambiance at Yellow Dog Eats (make sure to read Jayme’s profile too). I knew it was going to be an experience to our liking as we approached the newly restored VW bus walking in from the parking lot, saw the irreverent signs, chalk art, and cool 70’s like flashing lights on the patio.

Those who were fortunate enough to be present at the creation (thanks Dean Acheson) of Yellow Dog Eats witnessed something special, fortunately they passed their good fortune and good find on to other family and friends who visit and pass the good experiences and good vibes down the line. Which brings us to a big Thank You to our neighbors who were so kind to invite us to share lunch and introduce us to Yellow Dog Eats!

Words are not enough. I will let the food photos speak with their obvious tasty goodness.

All food descriptions are directly from the Yellow Dog Eats Menu.

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Approaching the back patio area from the rear parking lot.

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1/2 Rack of Ribs with “Gold” Sauce. $9.95

This was my choice for lunch.  Fish’s Gold Sauce is a perfect compliment to the tender ribs. A large side of the “Gold” Sauce is served with the ribs. I didn’t make use of the extra sauce as not to drown the ribs. (Not that there is anything wrong with that). The ribs can stand alone if you so desire… which I desired.

 

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Mr. Smokey – Our tender pulled pork topped with juicy smoked pineapple slices, fried onions, pecan-smoked bacon and Fish’s Gold BBQ sauce on a fun fluffy bun. $10.95

 

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Smokey’s Smoked Salmon Salad – Fresh Salmon dry rubbed with Yellow Dog’s special seasoning blend and smoked to perfections. Served on a bed of field greens and garnished with cucumbers, grape tomatoes, carrots, sun dried fruit & nut blends, sprouts, red peppers, scallions and sliced red onions. $13.95

The dry rub salmon stood out from across the table. The salad is top notch.

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Drunken Pig – Our “Club Elvis” smothered with homemade beer-cheese soup, topped with scallions… $10.95. ….. Club Elvis, – Our tender pulled pork decadently topped with pecan smoked bacon, gouda cheese, crispy fried onions and topped with Fish’s Gold BBQ sauce, served on a fun-fluffy bun

 

 

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The Holy Crap – Named by a beloved friend and customer, this weekly special quickly became a fan fave! Featuring our honey mesquite roasted turkey piled high and pressed to perfection with avocado, pecan-smoked bacon, goat cheese, red onions and basil mayo served on our thickly sliced multi-grain bread. $10.95

 

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Back patio decor.

 

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A refurbished VW Bus. It’s open, but it looks too nice to eat inside. A closer look is in store next trip.

 

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Goodbye Yellow Dog Eats. See you again soon.

 

Doug Wilcoxon grew up in Cantrall, Illinois and moved about the countryside following job changes and chasing dreams. After 13 years in Indiana he and his wife moved near Orlando, Florida to determine if warmer winters, Orlando attractions, Disney Parks, and sunny days are to their liking.

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