Gocki's — Restaurant in Havana

Food has been good the 2 times we've visited but after today, we won't be back. A woman came up on the patio and tied her small Yorkie dog to a table and entered the restaurant to order. The man taking orders told her that if it's not a service animal, it can't stay. There is no signs stating such. 99% of restaurants with patios allow dogs without any questions and usually even provide water bowls for them. There is no health code restrictions on dogs being on the patio. The children of other patrons in the restaurant running around wild and being extremely disruptive were much more of a concern than a 12lb dog under the table on the patio. Reading another review a month ago to the same effect shows that apparently the staff here just doesn't like dogs. This restaurant is located in "Florida's Friendliest Small Town" and that was anything but. Not to mention, you seat yourself, go to the counter to place your order, serve your own drinks, and bus your own tables. So to say the service is lacking at Gocki's is a gross...

We are on a day trip visiting Florida State Parks, and searched between Torreya State Park and Lake Jacson Mounds State Park for a lunch spot. Gocki's came up, the reviews looked good and they had our favorites (club and meatball sub).

It's in a quaint square, surrounded by antique markets. The eatery is very open. You order at the counter, receive a number, and they bring your food to you. We ordered (you guessed it) a Club Sandwich with fries and a Meatball Sub with fries. I had a diet coke (bottled with a cup of ice to pour it over), and my husband had the sweet tea (he felt it was just sweet enough). The food is made to order, so you may have a wait depending on how busy. Our food was out pretty quick. We both really enjoyed our sandwiches. The fries were fresh and tasty. The woman who took our order had an opportunity to check in on us, and have a quick chat. She was very friendly. If we're back this way around mealtime, we'll definitely...

Saturday was the 1st time here. 1st impressions are everything! I love the charm and feel of this place. I really felt like I was part of a family. Like they knew me forever! The food was super fresh and well made. The chef was a comedian as well. Lol. I can't wait to go back to try more items from the menu. Honestly, if more restaurants had the customer service that this place does...Wow. Other places need to take notes from the way this place does business...really!!!!

UPDATE: Nothing has changed but the location. Food is so yummy!! The Cuban is my...