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American, Diner
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Lunch
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Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Takeout, Outdoor Seating
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Reviewed August 3, 2023 via mobile

Reasonably priced for being inside the aquarium, nothing fancy, but decent burgers and fries, quick service, very clean.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed February 13, 2022

Great staff, delicious grilled chicken sandwiches and burgers with crispy fried. $48 for our family of four - two teens and two adults. We even took it outside for a lovely picnic on the aquarium grounds.

Date of visit: February 2022
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Reviewed March 10, 2020 via mobile

This is a simple diner in the Mote Aquarium perfect for a unsophisticated lunch or ice cream break during the visit. The tables are both indoor and outdoor with a pleasant view.

Date of visit: March 2020
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Reviewed November 28, 2019

Visited off season on a weekday and coffee and ice cream were both not very fresh. Coffee was lukewarm, ice cream was already melting when we were handed the cone although it was in AC inside. Both tasted not fresh. When asked, staff was defensive...and said it "looked alright". The mote aquarium itself is wonderful and well worth a visit - will definitely return.More

Date of visit: November 2019
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Reviewed October 25, 2019

We had lunch with a guest family with young children. It was just right for the children and adults. Fun '50's atmosphere, quick service, reasonable prices.

Date of visit: November 2018
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Reviewed June 5, 2019

Food was okay after a hot day's tour. My wife had a hot dog which she enjoyed and I enjoyed a Cuban sandwich.

Date of visit: June 2019
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Reviewed May 3, 2019

This diner type restaurant is opposite the touch tanks and readily accessible for all. They have burgers and fries, sodas and salads and make a great effort to recycle as well as using earth friendly products. This is a step up from typical diner food...but it would be nice if they offered a healthier menu.More

Date of visit: April 2019
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Reviewed February 26, 2019

The food was good and inexpensive for an aquarium. We enjoyed the outside seating along side the pond.

Date of visit: February 2019
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Reviewed February 19, 2019

Kids seem to get hungry all the time. So pop in to Mote's tucked away little diner and have some of their delicious french fries...enough to share with the entire family. They also have great milkshakes and smoothies.

Date of visit: October 2018
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Reviewed August 21, 2018

The food is limited mainly to hot dogs, burgers and salads but things the kids love. Unfortunately it is does not have the healthiest offerings which makes it hard if you are trying to get the kids to eat right. I did have a veggie...burger which is their attempt to offer a more healthy meal but it was not good. They also should RECYCLE EVERYTHING BUT THEY DON'T. A bad example for a supposedly environmental agency.More

Date of visit: July 2018
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Reviewed July 28, 2018

Loved the retro theme at this spot. Food was great and staff was very friendly! I would reccomend this diner for sure!

Date of visit: June 2018
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Reviewed February 12, 2018

Located in Mote Marine Laboratory this venue has standard and limited fare such as hot dogs and burgers. Limited menu, clean surroundings, reasonable price and good service. Nothing extraordinary.

Date of visit: February 2018
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Reviewed January 15, 2018 via mobile

Over priced and undersized. This one is run by one of those Mancini brothers. Go to the Old Salty Dog or New Pass Baitshop. You can go in and out of the Aquarium with your ticket.

Date of visit: January 2018
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Reviewed November 26, 2017 via mobile

We were hungry while at the Mote and decided to give it a try. $20 for a hotdog, chicken sandwich, and chili cheese fry which I think is reasonable for a diner in a tourist attraction. Food was as expected nothing exceptional.

Date of visit: November 2017
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Reviewed August 22, 2017

We were hot, thirsty and hungry! This diner delivered! Well, they didn't actually delivered, but they called our number and we enjoyed all of our food. The food was hot, fresh and tasted much better than anticipated. We were very happy that we stopped in!

Date of visit: July 2017
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Yes, Deep Sea Diner offers takeout services.

Deep Sea Diner is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travelers:
  • Food: 3.5
  • Service: 3.5
  • Value: 3.5