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Blue Parrot Ocean Front Cafe

3.7 (650 reviews)
ModerateSeafood
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Casual
Touristy
Moderate noise
Happy hour specials

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Sand Blaster
Daniel M.

Came here on a weekend with some coworkers and was promptly seated on a Saturday evening. The place was pretty busy considering the population of the area. I really liked the ambiance on the patio with the tiki torches lit up at night. We ordered smoked yellowfin tuna dip, calamari, and Jalapeno poppers for the table. We were mainly here for drinks. The calamari and jalapeno poppers were good. The smoked yellowfin tuna dip was awful. It tasted like canned tuna salad. I also had a sand blaster which is their signature drink with 151 and it was pretty good. A little sweet but I would order it again. No complaints about the service. Our waitress was really sweet.

Ami A.

Great beachfront seafood restaurant with a large outdoor patio and tiki bar! Shared a fried seafood platter which was perfect for two. The grouper was delicious. Also came with scallops, shrimp, crab cake, oysters and a choice of two sides. Great service and fun atmosphere!

Corn dog and fries

The food was actually very good and better than I expected. Enjoyed being on the deck

Beach view
Vicki E.

We split the seafood platter, which was plenty for both of us. Our service was excellent, very friendly and attentive. Our seat overlooked the beach and was in the sunshine. Great ambiance! Afterwards we walked through the bar and out to the beach for a sunset stroll.

Calamari
Gabriela Z.

Food was not very good. Wasn't blow away by anything. Grouper imperial had no flavor but I heard grouper old school is better. Cheese grits were also bland and had no flavor. Edamame, calamari, and oysters were just ok. Crab claws were actually pretty good. The frozen coconut mojito though was so delicious, most of the drinks were delicious! Great outdoor bar area to grab a drink while on the beach. Service was good. We met part- owner George and he was so nice and kind.

demolished!
Karen P.

exquisite. the mere beauty of the view, exquisite. waitress, kind. po boy, more like oh boy this is exquisite. got a piña colada, virgin of course. food is great! got full quick. even though it's hot outside and we are eating hot fish, this restaurant makes me smile every time. blue parrot is a must!

Crab claws + hush puppies

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Reviews are mixed. Many highlight the oceanfront location, relaxed beach atmosphere, and seafood dishes. Staff are often described as friendly.

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Food is awesome!!! beautiful view of the Gulf of America. Waitresses are nice. Service is good. bartenders are awesome.

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Food and service was excellent. Went on a Monday around four and got in with no waiting.

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Poor service from the hostess and server, inappropriate charges on our bill, unappealing atmosphere.

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Food, service and ambiance was perfect!! Nothing else could have been more perfect. The scenery was amazing. Beautiful beach weather!

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My grouper dish was AMAZING!!!!!! Rebecca was my server and she was great! It was nice to sit outside ans enjoy my meal.

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Mamaws Fresh Catch - Tuna dip poboy

Mamaws Fresh Catch

5.0(1 review)
0.2 mi

The service was A+ The food was so fresh and so delicious was open late when we got into town and…read morethey were so kind about serving us so late and while we were there about 6 other people came up and they were just a friendly and kind while serving them! Will definitely come back and I hope everyone will visit them. Dawn Hammond Alabama

From the owner: Why Choose Mamaw’s Fresh Catch?…read more **At Mamaw’s Fresh Catch, we’re more than just a seafood food truck — we’re a taste of home on wheels. What sets us apart? ** Fresh, Local Flavor We source our seafood locally whenever possible, bringing you the freshest catches straight from the coast to your plate. No shortcuts — just honest, ocean-fresh flavor. ** Recipes With Soul Every dish is made with love, inspired by Mamaw’s old Southern coastal kitchen. From our hand-breaded shrimp po’boys to buttery crab-stuffed hushpuppies, every bite is comfort food with a coastal kick. ** Cooked to Order, Just for You No heat lamps. No soggy baskets. We make everything hot, crispy, and made-to-order — so you get it how Mamaw intended: fresh and satisfying. ** A Food Truck That Feels Like Family When you stop by Mamaw’s, you’re not just a customer — you’re part of the family. We serve with Southern hospitality, big smiles, and generous portions. ** Locally Loved, Customer Approved Our customers say it best: “Just like Mamaw used to make!” Whether you’re a lifelong seafood lover or trying something new, you’ll taste the difference from the first bite.

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Red Pirate Family Grill & Oyster Bar - Fried Oysters with Curly Fries @tiffhuangry

Red Pirate Family Grill & Oyster Bar

3.9(281 reviews)
5.3 mi
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We were looking for a seafood place on our first night in Carrabelle Beach. The Red Pirate was…read morehighly recommended by several we asked and they he menu looked good so we drove over. It was quite crowded so there was a 30 minute wait. We didn't mind because there was a lot to explore and plenty of seating outside. There was a mini golf course, a gift shop and two more dining rooms. Both of those had a bar, dimmer lighting and live music plus one had outdoor seating. We didn't know they had other dining rooms so I told the hostess First Available. We ended up in the family dining room. Not complaining; just informing you that you do have a choice. You can get drinks in there but it doesn't have the atmosphere of the two bars. We were seated and ordered a Coke and a Coke Zero. I tasted mine and it had this awful muddy flavor that lingered. I looked at Jenn and she had the same look on her face. I don't know what was wrong with those drinks but they were so so bad. We told the server and she swapped both for ice tea. Sadly the tea had the same dirty disgusting taste. I don't know what's in the water there but it almost made me retch. We didn't order anything else to drink. We both ordered appetizers next- I got coconut shrimp and Jenn got the Buffalo Skins, basically loaded tater skins. Both were delicious!!! The appetizers were generous portions and quite filling. Jenn didn't want an entree after that but I ordered one - the southern fried chicken sandwich with a loaded baked potato. I should've followed Jenn's lead and skipped the entree. By the time it arrived (which wasn't an unreasonable wait) I was full, quite thirsty and ready to go. The sandwich looked very good, as did the tater but I couldn't eat it. I asked for a box and took it all back to our AirBnB. I did nibble to taste the fried chicken and it was quite good. I'm a fried chicken snob and quite picky. It was hot, not too much breading, well seasoned and the fillet was juicy. The only down side was the sauce on it. It was awful! I used a napkin to try to wipe it off. The server did ask me if I wanted it and I said yes (it was listed on the menu with the sandwich). I should've asked for it on the side. If you order the chicken sandwich you might consider asking for the special sauce on the side. I'm sure many people like it but for me it ruined the sandwich. I did bring the sandwich and baked tater back and will eat it later if I can. The baked potato looked very good, not too small and very well loaded. I didn't taste it though so I can't tell you much about it. They brought the sour cream separately too. Smart! Now I can reheat the tater. I didn't try any of the seafood except the coconut shrimp. I have to say it was excellent-large shrimps and a generous portion. I didn't need the entree at all. The place seems very popular and I will suggest giving it a try. I didn't notice anyone else complaining about the drinks so I don't know how to explain our experience with the Cokes and the tea. Neither of us could drink even one drink of them. I read reviews after we left and one even mentioned the delicious water. Maybe tuck a bottle of Aquafina in your bag or pocket, just in case.

We first visited this restaurant in April 2025 and it was absolutely amazing - great beer…read moreselection, incredible food, fair prices, and excellent service. We were so impressed that we recommended this place to multiple people and were genuinely excited to come back last Sunday. Unfortunately, this visit was a complete disappointment from start to finish. The service was noticeably worse, the beer selection was extremely limited compared to before, and the food was honestly some of the worst seafood we've had in years. We ordered the fried calamari and the mixed grilled seafood plate. The calamari was chewy, flavorless, and the batter had an unpleasant texture. The mixed seafood plate was even worse - the oysters looked, smelled, and tasted awful, and the fish, shrimp, stuffed crab and scallops were completely bland. Even the fried okra, which should be an easy Southern staple, was disappointing. We left wondering if they changed chefs or management because the difference from our first experience was shocking. Even my mom, who is far from a picky eater, could barely eat her food. It's genuinely upsetting because this used to be a place we loved and enthusiastically recommended to others. Sadly, after this experience, we won't be returning.

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Hole In The Wall Seafood - Gumbo, fried oysters, fried clam strips

Hole In The Wall Seafood

4.1(396 reviews)
8.5 mi
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Over 10 years and still our favorite place for raw oysters. This year we visited three days for…read morelunch. Wild caught oysters were large and meaty and great flavor. Steamed shrimp were smaller but still tasty. Fried grouper and oysters were tasty. Tried fried crab claws for the first time, plentiful and tasty. Arrive early as there's always a crowd at opening.

Strap yourselves in, this is gonna be a long one…read more I was hoping to have a couple end of year reviews that were outstanding, so here goes. We had been camping at Torreya State Park but unfortunately, my ankle wasn't living up to expectations. Rather than put ourselves in a precarious situation, my wife got us reservations in Apalachicola and we drove down. We almost went to a little more upscale place, but as soon as I saw Hole in the Wall seafood, I changed my mind. Yes, it's a hole in the wall, but the best kind. Inviting, homie, Kitchie, and down to earth. The decor consists of hats donated by patrons. There are several wooden tables, including some large ones and a good sized bar. We opted for the bar. Cliff, the owner, is a former molecular biology professor and a fellow Hoosier. We noticed the oysters being shucked and they looked fresh and massive. We started off with a dozen raw oysters, a pound of their Cajun peel and eat boiled shrimp, and two grouper and oyster combo baskets with fries and hush puppies. Everything was outstanding. We ended up getting another dozen oysters. They were plump, sweet, and undeniably fresh. The peel and eat shrimp were amazing. They weren't just the typical throw some old bay on and dump a ton of butter in variety. The flavor was unique and rich. I joked with Cliff that I thought about drinking the juice and he said he had people order bread just to sop it up with. The fried grouper and oysters were outstanding. Big, flaky chunks of grouper, perfectly breaded and fried. The breading was just right. Light and crisp. Not heavy or greasy and the least. Ryan, the young man shucking the oysters, is obviously an expert, and each oyster was perfectly shucked. The beer selection is small, but excellent. I recommend the Oyster City Hooter Brown Ale and the Estrella Jalisco if you're in the mood for something a bit lighter. I can't say enough good things about this place. We'll be back... tomorrow.

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