Surf Side Free Ride

The free ride is great, but the best part is the drivers. We used Surf Ride every time we went out in Siesta Key; they arrived very quickly and are extremely nice. We had fun with every driver. During a hurricane like thunderstorm, the owner picked us up on the side of the road and saved us from being drenched and stranded. Love this company!!!

If I could rate lower than 1 star I would — let me tell you a story of what happened to me to act as a warning to you…
This was my husband’s and my first visit to Siesta Key, FL, and in case the traffic was heavy, we wanted the option to get a quick ride for cheap around the beaches and not have to take our big truck and find a place to park. The owner of the resort where we’re staying said to try them. I called to get the low down, and the guy was polite and answered all my questions without problem. So I said that when the opportunity presents itself, I’d be calling for a ride because I had heard that the weekend was the time not to try to get around because the beaches are busy.
So here we are yesterday, Sunday, and I’ve got to get to a restaurant in downtown beachdum before the close at 2:30p. I call at 1p to ask about how long before the «gentleman» can arrive at my resort, and was told about 20 – 25 min. OK – it would be tight for a leisurely lunch, but I asked him to come and get us. We sat and waited and about 20 min. pass when I get a call on my phone and I say, «Are you out front?» He says, «Uh, I’m going to be about another 30 min because I’m stuck on the other side of the draw bridge and can’t get there!» Well, now that means we won’t even get to the restaurant until about 2p and will have to stuff lunch down, so I tell him that we’re trying to get to a place before they close, and I appreciate his effort, but we’ve got to go and we’ll just drive, so no thank you.
We jump in our truck and start on our way when I receive a text from him that goes something like this: I don’t know where you’re from, Miss but around here we treat people with respect. I’m going to block your number so don’t bother calling for another ride cause I’m blocking you! I couldn’t believe it! I was not rude, I just couldn’t wait any longer! Against my better judgement, I responded to his text saying, Go right ahead and block me because I’m blocking YOU! Where I come from, when people are counting on my business to be on time, we are on time! I will not only never call for a ride from you again, but I’m going to let EVERYONE on Unilocal know about you as well! He had to get the last word before I actually blocked him and said, «I hope your lunch was worth the trouble.» (whatever that meant)
So, that is what I’m trying to warn you about. There are several taxi services here on Siesta Key, and I strongly recommend you call someone other than Surf Side Free Ride. You probably won’t get a ride, but will get a nasty text for your wait time «trouble!» This guy was beyond rude.

Great way to get around Siesta Key! Since parking can be kind of a nightmare especially in the village this is a great way to get around without having to worry about your car.

The people at surf side are the best! They are knowledgeable about places to go on the key and will pick you up from anywhere on Siesta key. I called Surf Side and they arrived ten minutes later. Rides are free and the drivers work for tips. Surf side can also be found cruising the village. The Volkswagens are awesome! Leave your car at the hotel and don’t forget the tip! Thanks for the great service guys! I’ll be calling you everytime I need a ride to the village or beach.