Buyer beware! The deviled eggs will change your life! I live 250 miles away and I'm trying to figure out how I can get back to have them again. They were the best deviled eggs I've ever had in my life. Everything I ordered was excellent - Ceasar salad; short ribs - a meal I will never forget. Thank you, Aqua Grill! read more

Fantastic seafood, beautiful outdoor atmosphere, attentive service, and delicious food from start to finish. I first visited for lunch and enjoyed the lobster rolls so much that I returned the next evening with my husband and a group for dinner. Our waitress, Nikki, was incredibly helpful and made excellent recommendations. One person ordered the swordfish, while the rest of us chose the flounder served over lobster risotto. We sat outside by the pond, enjoying the relaxing breeze and atmosphere. We ended the evening with a delicious banana bread pudding topped with ice cream. For appetizers, we shared the Mediterranean platter, jumbo cocktail shrimp, fried green tomatoes, and a calamari platter -- every dish was absolutely delicious. I would highly recommend this restaurant. read more

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We came here to celebrate birthdays and friendships and while the service (5 stars great job Zach) and ambiance (4 stars sunset and cool breeze) were solid (minus the bugs from sitting outside), the food quality was a major letdown (1 star). I ordered the Grilled Double Bone-In 14oz Pork Chop, which was undercooked. After I had already cut and eaten some (along with two others at the table), I informed our waiter, Zach. The pork chop was sent back, but what came back was the same chop! missing the 4-6 pieces I'd already cut from the center to check the cooking temperature and the same sides. Second time a charm? Not in this case, still undercooked and raw. Both I and a friend ended up with stomach pain and body aches throughout the night, likely from eating undercooked pork--twice. Disappointing and concerning. Not what we expected for a celebratory dinner. read more

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Have had multiple great experiences here - can't believe I haven't reviewed until now. Service is always on point from the staff - tonight it was Sierra and she was solid in both friendliness and attentiveness without being too overbearing. I had the monkfish meal tonight which was very good. I'm slowly going thru the seafood selections on each visit. So far, it's gonna be tough to beat that bang bang cod with Pad Thai. Consider us fans of this place which is consistent every visit. Save room for the bananas foster bread pudding. It's definitely enough to share. read more

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First time at the restaurant. Hostess was not very inviting or friendly. Seemed bothered that we didn't like our first table but who wants to sit in the aisle (not busy). Salad was delicious but mostly lettuce and very little vegetables. Bread was super delicious (butter with a touch of rosemary) as well as my husband's Cajun soup. Very well balanced, warm and hearty (the soup not my husband) :-) Ambiance was nice. Could easily converse with my husband. Rhett our waiter was delightful. The hostess sat us in his section along with a new party of 6, a party of 7, and a party of 4. Hmmm. We thought about finishing our wine and leaving but Rhett took very good care of us. Ordered the flounder. Very delicious. Highly Cajun forward but the puree balanced it nicely. read more

I'm a frequent visitor to AquaGrill and always look forward to the experience. The ambiance is consistently good and inviting, relaxing, and perfect for any occasion, this time we were seated on the patio. On my most recent visit, the service was great Zack took great care of us and he was attentive, friendly, and professional throughout the evening. Most of the meal was absolutely amazing, as usual. However, we did run into an issue: the pork chop, which I've ordered and loved in the past, was undercooked this time and had to be sent back. While it was a letdown, especially since I know how excellent it usually is, I appreciate Zach handled it promptly. read more

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Aqua grill is a consistent choice in Ponte Vedra Beach near TPC Sawgrass. Great atmosphere and comfortable dining with great service. Food is consistently flavorful and presented nicely. The bananas foster bread pudding is delicious. read more

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We had a wonderful lunch here today. I truly enjoyed the fried green tomato entree with smoked bacon & goat cheese (or was it feta), either way it was delish. The husband had the shrimp po boy with some of the biggest "wavy" fries I've ever seen. I had the chicken salad platter with Lu ious chunks of chicken breast with fresh tomatoes, cucumber, red onions and mozzarella on the side. For sweetness they added blueberries and strawberries but the true gold was the dried cherries in the chicken salad!! Well don Aqua Grill. The service was amazing and the ambiance on the outside patio watching the turtles play and ducks swimming made for a wonderful, much needed outing. read more

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Last minute decision to eat here for NYE and we had a great experience. We did not have reservations but were immediately seated on the patio. I was worried it would be too cold, but the fire kept the space warm enough. Service was excellent and the food was better than usual. The fried green tomatoes are a must even if you don't usually care for them. The specials for the night all sounded delicious but we settled on the shrimp/striped bass and half roasted chicken specials. Sides were good and portions were more than enough. We had plenty leftover to take home. The bananas foster dessert was not as good as usual and only had a tiny spoonful of ice cream. Overall, great way to spend the last evening of 2025. read more

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One of our favorite dinner spots. We had the fried green tomatoes. They came out hot and cooked to perfection. I had the AG salad and it was good. Our entrees were amazing. The disappointment for me was dessert. The ice cream came out melted and the bread in the bread pudding was hard and stale. Great service. Sat outside on a cold New Year's Eve, but the heaters made it very comfortable. read more

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I had the Canton Snapper, a whole fried fish. It was definitely overcooked, the fish meat rendered down to a mushy consistency. I definitely should have sent it back to the kitchen as it was about $40. How does this happen, don't they having timers? read more

Excellent place to go prior to hitting a PV concert hall show. Lobster rolls really hit the spot. They take reservations. It's a laid back place so can be loud. read more

I thoroughly enjoyed my lunch visit to the Aqua Grill. The food was excellent and the outside seating was so breezy and relaxing. I would have given 4 stars because our waiter forgot a lot of things and disappeared for a long time (we were his only table apparently). However, an older gentleman, I'm assuming a supervisor, came and filled our drinks and fixed the problems immediately. He gave us a free dessert to make up for our orders being messed up. Everything tasted perfect and I loved how we didn't have to complain or ask because the supervisor noticed, apologized, and fixed the problem. That is truly amazing customer service and I'll definitely be back. read more

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Aqua grill offers several different dining areas, and each has its own vibe. I truly enjoy the lakefront seating outside on the patio. During fall evenings, you can enjoy beautiful sunsets. They also have a private dining room and an area with a chef's pass table, which is kind of nice if you have a group that you want to impress. Of course, there is the bar area known for great happy hour specials. The dinner menu offers several starters, which we enjoyed: the charcuterie board and some calamari, which was very delightful and we also shared the Mediterranean platter. All starters were very good. Everything was fresh, vibrant-looking, and there were no problems with the starters. The menu itself is something you may want to view before you go to the restaurant. They offer a lot of seafood for the seafood enthusiast and have six non-seafood entrees, such as New York steak and filet mignon. Of course, last but not least, they have a beautiful bananas Foster bread pudding that you have to try, big enough to share with your whole table. Our server was a delight and just really wanted to make sure that we felt well taken care of and we did. read more

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Friday Night Dinner with My Love. We were promptly seated upon arrival and the ambiance was a cozy and inviting atmosphere. To start, our server brought over a complimentary cinnamon-sugar bread that was warm, but just ok. For the mains, my wife ordered the whole snapper while I chose the short rib. We couldn't resist swapping plates halfway through to experience both dishes. The short rib was rich and flavorful. The fish was also delightful, though I wasn't a huge fan of the side it came with. Just okay to me, but my wife really enjoyed it. For dessert, we shared the bread pudding with cappuccino and it was yummilicious! The perfect sweet ending to a wonderful meal. Overall, the service was attentive and friendly. A lovely evening all around. read more

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We sat on the patio which has a nice view of the water. We started with the Sauteed PEI Mussels, which were fresh and tasty. Our server asked if we also wanted some bread and butter, and we were so glad we said yes because it was amazing. For my entree, I had the Baked Trout Rizzo. The sauce on the fish was very good, but the Trout itself wasn't my favorite. My bf had the Blackened Mahi Mahi + Shrimp tacos and a side of Mac & Cheese, which wasn't his favorite. There were lots of things on the menu that sounded good, so I will be back for some more bread and to try them. read more

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Are you trying to avoid delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and stellar service? Then you want to stay FAR AWAY from Aqua! Tara, the manager there (who is also a HOOT!), runs an EXCELLENT ship; and Emma C., our STELLAR waitress for the evening, created a delectably dizzying experience for us! This is our home now; and the next time we're visiting Jax Beach, we'll find ourselves there. You should too! read more

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They did not have live music or offer lunch at 2 PM because it was Mother's Day. Our caprese salads had mushy over-ripe tomatoes. My mother's $60 fillet was undercooked and when it was returned to us from recooking was covered in a new mystery sauce. Our chocolate martinis had obviously been split into two glasses as neither were full and there was no garnish. Our waitress was polite and attentive and there were circumstances beyond her control. Overall for a $500 lunch this was extremely disappointing. read more

Ambience is so nice. Everything is well done. Even the silverware is weighty. We started with a Manhattan and the sangria both excellent. We had the med platter and the AC salad. It was fine, but not special. But then I got the bang bang cod, which was phenomenal. Get the extra sauce the way to recommended it and she was right. It's a very light sauce that I thought was excellent. My wife had a short rib and it was a very good meal. She's also gluten-free and they were able to do that. No problem. They didn't remember it was our anniversary, which was a little bit of a bummer. I put it in a reservation usually that's enough for a fancy restaurant. But the food was great very nice night. Would have earned a five but missed on the little things at the table. Bread was cold but said they were waiting for it to finish. Etc. read more

We had a great experience dining here! The place is beautiful inside. I think they also have tables outside. Our server was fantastic! I forgot his name but he reminds me of Aquaman lol, He gave us recommendations and even offered if we wanted another bread while waiting for our meal. My husband got the Slow Braised Boneless Beef Shortribs. They were tender and flavorful! I also liked the Brussels sprouts, whipped potatoes and onions rings that came with it. As for me, I ordered the Cantonese Style Whole Local Snapper. Super crispy, flaky and the mango sauce has the perfect blend of sweet and sour. Delicious! The only downside was I couldn't see the bones as the lighting in the dining area was dark, I suggest to order this during lunch or dinner outside. For dessert, we got the bread pudding and latte to end the night. So good! I would definitely recommend Aqua Grill to my friends when planning our group dinners! read more

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One of our favorite places to frequent weekly. Always excellent food and wonderful service. We love to sit in the patio or at the bar. The bang bang cod is wonderful. We had a visitor the other night begging for treats. read more

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We went with a large party and they were able to accommodate us since we had a reservation. Service was outstanding and food was great. It was extremely pricey as expected what was not expected was the $26 charge for them to cut the cake we brought from Publix to top off the 50th Anniversary we were celebrating. Considering how much we paid for dinner we were surprised about the extra charge. Seemed petty. read more

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We had dinner there on Saturday and it was an unexpected disappointment. I ordered eggplant parmesan, which I had previously enjoyed. It was unrecognizable. The tasteless eggplant was covered with a "Chef Boyardee" style sauce, and smothered in a thick, chewy, layer of Mazzarella cheese. A pile of so-called Fried Fettuccini filled the rest of the plate. Yikes! I'm hoping this was just a one-off and will certainly try again. The server, Rhett, was great. read more

The food and ambiance is very good.It is a little pricey, but it's worth the price. Had the steak very good

I had lunch today at Aqua Grill and it was superb! The special was shrimp and mussels over fettuccine with a lemon butter sauce. Had enough to take home for dinner! Our server Seanna was friendly, personable, and very knowledgeable. We had a wonderful lunch! read more

Had a lovely dinner on the back patio. Server was attentive and provided his opinions on favorite dishes. Great selection of cocktails, but went with white wine. Bread and butter was very tasty. Ordered the fish over lobster risotto and my friend ordered truffle fries and seafood chowder. Would definitely go again to try other seafood dishes (there were so many options!) and enjoy the water view. read more

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Great place. Or server Jack was one of the best. Attentive and detailed. Made our night special

I purchased 2 gift cards from Costco for Aqua Grill. After a mediocre meal and not so great service I was told that their machine that they use to take gift cards was down. I had invited a friend out for her birthday....so I didn't want to make a fuss. What machine is used that is different from any other machine? Doesn't even matter....should have been informed before ordering. read more

Aqua Grill is a great locally owned restaurant in Ponte Vedra Beach. I have had the pleasure of dining in the restaurant & the bar frequently, as I live nearby. If you want a more formal vibe, eat in the restaurant, with its beautiful decor & delicious entrees... I highly recommend any seafood dish as it is always on point. The service is always excellent as the waitstaff is highly knowledgeable about the menu. You can also eat in the bar.... You can order the same wonderful food & the bartenders provide terrific service. They also have a bar menu you can pick from. The chicken wings are always crisped to perfection & delicious! I recently enjoyed live music on their back porch... had a great time with friends! The drinks are always wonderful! read more

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Celebrated a special event here while in JAX. Service was "OK" (3/5 stars) -- Needed to ask for basics (e.g. place setting) Ambiance was "GOOD" (4/5 stars) -- pretty inside Sound was "POOR" (2/5 stars) -- Very loud Food was "OK" (3/5 stars) - The next day, we could barely remember what we had. So....nothing memorable. We had short ribs and seafood. Both a bit overcooked and bland. They have potential...need to get focused read more

Great atmosphere and excellent service but the food was disappointing. The pork chop was served well done and replaced with one that was rare! The Parmesan grouper was delicious but served with too many other competing ingredients. Overall, they could be outstanding but the food is the key. read more

Nestled in a charming plaza in Ponte Vedra, Aqua Grill was a perfect date night spot! The cocktail menu set the tone for the evening, featuring a fabulous Jacksonville Mule, it was just to my liking. To start, I had the biggest oysters I have ever had. Each bite was fresh and high quality. We also snacked on the charcuterie board that was fantastic. The one cheese in particular stood out to me which had a vanilla swirl, adding a nice twist to each bite. For the main course, I had the cilantro and almond crusted cod served with pad thai. The combination made for some awesome flavors and the cod was cooked nice and flaky but held its crust. Equally delicious, was the ribeyes. It was cooked to perfection and we had the truffle fries with cheese that were impossible for me to resist stealing from my boyfriend's plate! To cap off an incredible meal, we enjoyed the bread pudding. It had caramelized bananas and strawberries that added a perfect touch of sweetness. The espresso martini paired nicely with this. Overall, Aqua Grill is a must visit! read more

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I was a bit underwhelmed with this place, I read so many great reviews and was expecting this great dinning experience. Upon entering there was no hostess to greet us.. The Restaraunt was a nice size but is was a bit over crowded with the excess amount of tables that were basically an inch from each other, we were sat in a corner near a window luckly it was only 2 of us, seeing as any other guest with us would've been uncomfortable rubbing neck hairs with the table next to us. Our server was very knowledgeable of the menu, but felt a little stand off ish in serving us. I ordered the whole snapper, and was highly disappointed, Fish was fried beautifully but lacked in taste needed seasoning, it was sloppy -ly plated over some type of rice mixture with bbq sauce (DISGUSTING). I guess i didn't fully read the menu after i seen fried snapper. Lobster was overcooked, beef short ribs were tender but the sauce lacked seasonings. The mussels were the most seasoned part of the meal, wasn't a fan of the bread that came with it(too hard I have braces) but the bread they bring to the table was phenomenal. Drinks were strong but tasty. Honestly would not come back on my dime. read more

Aqua Grill rates somewhere between four and five stars for me. I absolutely loved the steak here. All of the other food and drink I had was delicious too and service was great. However, we sat on the patio and were bombarded by bugs later in the night. I don't knock this place too much for that, though. Overall, I really enjoyed our experience and recommend this restaurant and bar for a nice meal out and/or after-dinner drinks. The cuisine is seafood and New American. Aqua Grill is located in the large Sawgrass Village shopping center, situated at the entrance to TPC Sawgrass (famous golf course, home to the PGA Tour's annual Players Championship tournament). At the time of writing this review, the business has been around for about 35+ years. It opened in its current space in October 2015. This is a tried-and-true, successful, local business. The restaurant is in its own freestanding building on the south end of the property, facing a pond and fountain, and the A1A. There's plenty of free parking on-site. This is a nice place (trends upscale) with a somewhat trendy and modern vibe. The atmosphere is casual. The dining room has cool indoor waterfalls and ambient lighting. As mentioned above, we sat outside on the patio. The patio is fully-covered and faces the pond and fountain. During the daytime, sunset, and into the night, it was pleasant. The bugs came out around 8-9pm or so. Shortly thereafter, the dining room and patio closed and we made our way to the bar. On a Friday night, the bar was absolutely packed. The bar room is just on one side of the building and it's not terribly big. This is more of a restaurant anyway. The bar has a variety of seating and lots of TVs. I almost got poked in the eye by an older drunk woman trying not to fall as she stumbled her way out. Good times. For dinner, my wife and I had the following: Appetizer * Fried Green Tomatoes - bacon, feta cheese, Thai chili sauce Salads * A.G. Salad (2) - field greens, romaine lettuce, heirloom tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, croutons, radish, Manchego cheese, and garden herb & roasted garlic ranch dressing Entrees * Grilled Center Cut "Prime" New York Strip - grilled medium rare and served with creamed Brussels sprouts, smoked bacon, shrimp scampi, compound butter, and roasted garlic whipped potatoes * Vidalia-Crusted Chilean Sea Bass - Maine lobster, corn risotto, South Carolina peach chutney, fried leeks, broccolini Dessert * Key Lime Pie (2) - whipped cream, fresh berries Drinks * Gimlet * Aperol Spritz * Gin and Tonic * Old Fashioned * Espresso Martini Everything was beautifully-presented and tasty. The Fried Green Tomatoes were excellent. They were delectably crispy on the outside and hot and succulent on the inside. The Thai chili sauce and the pieces of feta on top added more flavor to what was already a flavor-packed dish. The A.G. (Aqua Grill) Salad was also very good. The veggies were fresh and crisp. The yellow heirloom tomatoes were high-quality and added delightful bursts of umami. The slices of Manchego were probably my favorite part of the salad and the garden herb & roasted garlic ranch dressing was terrific. The Grilled Center Cut "Prime" New York Strip was phenomenal. Easily my favorite dish of the night. The quality of the steak was superb. It was seasoned and cooked to perfection. The strip was tender, rich, and extra savory. Every bite was quite gratifying. The Vidalia-Crusted Chilean Sea Bass was also fantastic. The filet had a wonderfully moist and flaky texture, and the skin had an appetizing char. The dish was well-garnished and had all sorts of interesting flavors, from the sweet and tangy peach chutney to the thick and creamy corn risotto. The Key Lime Pie, which was more par for the course, was yummy. The "fresh berries" included strawberry, raspberry, blackberry, and blueberry. All of the cocktails were well-made and delicious. No one drink stood out from another. They were all good. read more

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What a great experience and ambience in a great location. Love how the dining experience is slow pace to actually relax and enjoy each and every aspect. Fresh and local seafood is what I'm always about and this one knocked it out of the park! Sizable portions and plenty of variety. Service was experienced and friendly. read more

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Lovely, refined but not prissy decor. Pleasant greeting, and quick, efficient, and friendly service. The menu boasted 'the best calamari' and i am so glad i accepted the challenge; i have never in 50 years of adult dining had a better dish of calamari. It wasn't just tender, it literally melted in my mouth. Accompanied by a bright aioli and chunky marinara, i inhaled each bite... and then slowed down to savor the taste and sensation. My husband and I were both wholly impressed with the care and delicacy of the cooking. We also had a bowl of the chowder which was quite good, though not the revelation of the squid. My husband ordered the bang bang cod, and i had the whole fried red snapper for mains. Both were perfectly cooked, and well accompanied by their respective sauces (bang bang was searingly hot by itself but melded with fish and pad Thai veg to the benefit of all. ) my snapper had a crisp well developed fried exterior and moist, tender flakey interior, accompanied by two sauces. Both worked well. I couldn't finish, but it came home, and I'm looking forward to lunch tomorrow. Manager stopped by the table to check on our meals, and talked with us about his philosophy of service. It was a Wednesday evening, which often can mean 'not the A team' in the kitchen.... He said that having less than an overwhelming crowd meant that they could afford the time to plate and finish perfectly... and to adjust for individual tastes. I will definitely stop in again when we vacation in St Augustine (Ponte Vedra Beach) or even passing through going north. So worth the diversion! read more

We had a 5:00 pm. reservation, but we opted to go to the lounge. This was our first mistake. Menus are bulky, and bar food should just have bar menus only. Our server was over attentive. Deviled eggs were ok. My entree, the beef ribs were luke warm at best but great presentation. The wife loved the lobster risotto, but wings were plain without any different varieties. The piece de resistance was the red velvet cheesecake. Happy hour is $2 off this and $3 off that. No big surprise. Our lounge food costs just as much as a private table for 2. Next time we will keep our reservations for a table. All in all, Aqua Grille had a nice decor but iver price. This is Ponte Vedra, so what do you expect. When you are paying high end, you just expect high end, even in a lounge. It was a nice outing, but.... just fill in the blank.. Wanting more but getting less read more

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We had a fabulous meal for my daughter's birthday! Server Brooke was so friendly and treated us like we were old friends! We will be back! read more

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Love Aqua Grill! I've dined in a few times and ordered takeout as well. My go-to is the steak frites--you can't go wrong with it. Definitely try the deviled eggs for an appetizer and thank me later. Great cocktails, and the restaurant and staff are always nice and welcoming. read more

It was a really good experience. There were only a few things in each category that kept it from a 5 star review. Food - filet mignon was delicious, cooked to perfection. We also had the deviled egg appetizer, unbelievably good! And we tried three desserts, my recommendation would be to skip all but the pecan torte! Everything was really top shelf! Except for the stuffing. It was a rounded, gelatinous mound, tasted like cafeteria food. Service - our server, Natalie, was delightful. Our order came out very quickly and exactly as ordered. We didn't see her very often and sat with empty water glasses. Atmosphere - beautiful place to spend Thanksgiving. We started in the bar, beautifully appointed and then were moved to an outdoor table right on the lake and near the fire table. It would have been awesome searing but the lake was pitch black, so there was zero scenic appeal to sitting outside. Overall, highly recommend. read more

Aqua Grill - Filet mignon was excellent. - Seafood Near Me - Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida