R Bar Treasure Island

Now that Captain Bill's is closed, I must take my out of town guests to the R Bar which is Treasure Island's next best choice. Surprise! The R Bar has an all new menu. Some old favorites are gone but some new items have appeared that seem to be able to take their place just fine. Still love the BBQ Ribs ($17.99). The description says so tender the meat falls off the bone and it is right on the money. The cup of chili ($5.99) comes in a large 8 ounce bowl and the Mahi Mahi can be served grilled, blackened, or lemon. And of course, there are the oysters...which is the whole purpose of the outing. The raw Oysters were very large and the Oyster Rockefeller was very tasty.

Went for the first time since the hurricanes and it was pretty good! For those that have been going here for years, there are a lot of changes (some storm related, some not). New ownership, a lot of new staff and some menu changes. And of course, a new interior after the flooding. I had breakfast here, and it was good as always. The only 'oopsie' was they forgot to bring me one of my side items, but no big deal. This will be my go-to spot on T.I. for breakfast until some of the other spots re-open.

There is no food served but the drinks are strong and the atmosphere is fun! Several bartenders working at the same time for fast service

Would have given NO stars but the system doesn't allow. Went in on a Wednesday night for dinner hoping for a fresh salad and hubby wanted the fish hoagie. The place was pretty empty and quickly was seated but that should have been a sign. We were told that the kitchen is under renovation and they are working with a limited menu with no prices listed on the limited menu version. Should have left then. That's ok since the hoagie was available. But no salad so I ordered clam chowder. Big mistake as it appeared it was out of a can of Snow's clam chowder. Ordered the calamari for dinner and the hoagie and all food was served on paper plates. Very disappointed with quality of the food only to discover they were cooking all food out of a food truck in the parking lot, which we were certainly not told that in the beginning! Never to go back again!

Sadly the brunch experience here didn't really live up to my expectation. My cup of coffee had a napkin in it. Not kidding you. At least for that my coffee should have been comped. Service was not the best and friendliest. Breakfast gam, bacon and egg were so so. More greasy than anything. It is a five bar and at 0900 people are already drinking at the bar. That's the vibe throughout.

Food: The Rockefeller, oysters were fresh and delicious. Cheese sticks were perfectly crispy and had a wonderful cheese pull. The pretzel bites were exactly what she would expect from a pretzel fluffy and good cheese. The onion rings had a light crispy batter. My sister did not like the garden salad... the lettuce was wilted and flavorless.The beer battered fries were amazing, our favorite of all of the things we got. The wings were hot and flavorful. The chicken was moist not dry!! The fried chicken was very crispy, but lacking in flavor according to my family. Food was a big above average for price, but we enjoyed the food overall! Service: Our waiter was clearly busy with the bar but was still attentive and funny. He made us feel welcome. Ambiance: walked in, and was seated in the corner by a little music stage. At first It took a second to adjust because it is very dark. The music was bumping, and the bar was filled. We sat at a table. The restrooms were very clean. It is 3 o'clock on a Saturday and both the women's & men's restroom was very clean so that's always a plus!

Service is not good. We came twice in the month we were here. The first experience was poor- server was rude and the pizza was the worst we ever had- cracker thin crust and toppings were at least an inch from the end. We came back because we kept hearing from people we met about how good they are, especially the prime rib. That was ok - a little over done. It took 4 requests to finally get water.

This is our most favorite dive bar. The drinks are good, strong, and not overpriced. Food selection is limited, but what they do make is surprisingly good.I took my friend, and executive Chef, to the bar and he said the ribs were the best he'd ever had the world over Try the fried chicken, only be patient, it takes a while

I just visited the r bar. I'm from out of town and had no idea what to expect. it appeared to be a local favorite and I see why. Tony was the bar tender and he was amazing. He was personable, friendly and attentive. I will definitely be coming back.

Really disappointed. Have been in here 100 times. Love the grouper Nuggets. Chicken wings, steak and cheese sandwich. Always have a cold beer. Arrive tonight with a medium crowd set at the bar middle no one next to me two female bartenders, one male bartender. Watch them make drinks for other people. After 10 minutes, no one even said hello be right with you. Can I take your order? No communication whatsoever. Very disappointed.