It's a great casual dinning experience. Came for lunch and sat outside overlooking the inlet. Had the Grouper BLT and bang bang shrimp appetizer. All very good. Wife had the fried oysters and was delicious too. Order food inside and brought to your table. Prices were reasonable and drinks refillable. Will definitely come back. Worth the stop:) read more

10/10 everything; friendly staff, good music, amazing views, delicious food. Orange creamsicle, lobster roll, grouper sandwich, waffle fries, slaw, southern cabbage (collards). I am looking forward to our next visit so we can try even more deliciousness. Hostess/cashier was charismatic and helpful. Sorry no picture, it looked so good we dove right in and it did not disappoint. (I do not recommend the lemonade dole whip, but the super sweet bartender made a creamsicle replacement and now I am on cloud nine.) read more

So to start, the person who greeted us and took our orders was condescending and really unhelpful. We have a food allergy in our party and 90% of the places we've been to in St. Aug have been extremely accommodating and helpful and have put our minds at ease. Not this guy. He seemed to know it all and didn't check on any ingredients with the kitchen. We went with a substitution of a tortilla instead of bread for a grilled cheese and when I asked if there was egg in the tortillas he simply said as if I didn't know this "it's a corn tortilla, there's corn in it". Yes, but are there any other ingredients in it??? The person who slung our food on the table was the same guy I saw adjusting his junk when we crossed paths on our way to the table so....that was gross. One of our groupers that we payed $18 for came blackened instead of fried, the grilled cheese substitution that should have just been a quesadilla came out with two tortillas and a half-melted slice of what looked like kraft cheese on it, no side because the kitchen realized the tortilla chips actually did in fact have potential allergen in them and didn't notify us or ask if we wanted a sub, and fries that tasted like they hadn't changed their frying oil since they opened. Bringing it back to the person who greeted us and asked us incredulously how we hadn't been to the grouper shack since it opened 8 months ago......it's probably because it's not good enough for anyone we knew to recommend that we go there. Overpriced and will not be going back. read more

It was our first visit to the Grouper Shack which is a fairly new fish camp in St Augustine. There was parking and the vista is quite nice, with outdoor seating. It also has a pleasant dining room. I prefer waiter service. You have to order and pay before sitting. The hostess was very pleasant, as was the rest of staff. We decided to sit inside, but the booth was not stable and you could feel the people behind you moving around. It seemed like the table was too high for the booth. Complaints aside, I enjoyed the blackened Grouper. The Lobster Bisque had chunks of lobster in it. Was disappointed that there were no desserts. The view to be enjoyed on the deck makes it a special restaurant, but it needs some fine tuning. read more

Grouper Shack - Panoramic from the Deck 9/2028 - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

Stopped in for the first time today and really enjoyed it. I got the Ahi tuna and fish dip appetizers as my meal and my husband did the pick two seafood basket of the mahi and grouper. Everything was really delicious. The outdoor seating was very peaceful and clean. We both enjoyed the self serve or full service options as well. We did self serve but full service would be great if we did drinks one night in the future. The cashier who helped us today was incredibly kind and gave great suggestions as to what to try out and we really appreciated her hospitality. Definitely will be back again! read more

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Great experience tonight. Sat on the patio nice breeze. Very comfortable. Friendly staff. Good food. Daughter had a salad and added grouper. Several of us had a basket with fries and coleslaw. Trigger fish and grouper- you can get it grilled blackened or fried. Plenty of parking tonight. Not very busy. Full bar. Outstanding views. 5/5. Outstanding read more

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Dog Rose Lager is the local beer. Parking lot doesn't have a place to park tonight had to park at entrance of the road just before you pass through the gate on the right. This place gets people served quickly, so don't worry if you think that you have to wait in line to find a table people are coming and going all the time so it'll work out. You need to get your own cutlery and napkins before you go to your table. They're gonna be on your left and easy to overlook. The food is brought to your table, but there is no table service after that. We had a great visit with the manager who came over to our table to make sure everything was going great. We love coming here because food is always consistent and delicious. This place is super popular because the food is great and a fair price plus beautiful views of the intercoastal. They play great music like yacht rock, reggae, etc. This is a great place for kids because there is nothing fussy about it and you're out on the back porch. read more

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Back again for another great meal. Reasonably priced, fresh seafood and drinks on the water in st Augustine with dockage and parking Had the blackened mahi with collard greens and a couple hazies. Everything was perfect. Service was spot on. We came by boat which made it even more fun. Great views of the waterway. read more

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We stumbled upon this place on yelp . We are big seafood people , and wanted to try it out . We ordered the kids fried shrimp and chicken nuggets which they both enjoyed with delicious seasoned waffle fries . Husband and I ordered the calamari , clam chowders and Cesar salads something light since we went prior to closing . It did not disappoint. Wish we had time to visit again deeper into the menu as well .The staff was so sweet . Scott really brightened up the place when we were greeted . Along with another staff member . The cookies were fantastic too. read more

Grouper Shack - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

My mom had done her research before our trip and insisted we find a good seafood spot since you really can't go to Florida and not get fresh seafood. Grouper Shack was at the top of her list because the prices weren't too bad. We went on a Thursday around 5 and had to sit outside since the inside was already packed, bar included. Worth noting if you're planning to go around dinner time. Also worth noting that it's an order at the counter situation, not a traditional sit-down restaurant like we were expecting. Not a complaint at all, just something to know going in. Now let's talk about the prices because $10 cocktails feel like a gift right now when we're so used to paying $14 and up everywhere else. Pretty much everything on the menu was reasonably priced, and you get a solid amount of food for what you pay. I got the grilled mahi mahi, my mom got the grilled grouper, and my brother went with the fried cod. The mahi mahi was nicely oiled and seasoned and cooked well. It was actually my first time trying it and I was not disappointed. Everyone else was happy with their food too. The coleslaw was creamy and tasty, though I could've easily eaten twice as much of it. And the waffle fries honestly might have been the highlight of the meal. Perfectly salted and just slightly undercooked. If there's one thing about me, I love a soft fry. After we finished eating we spotted fried gator tail on the menu and had to order it to go. I'm not sure what I was expecting but it came out as a bunch of little breaded balls of piping hot gator meat with the breading barely hanging on. They tasted good, but once you bit into the meat it had a pretty rubbery texture. Maybe that's just how gator is, so I won't hold it against them. For the price and the quality, you really can't complain much. A great spot to hit if you want fresh seafood without feeling like you broke the bank. read more

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One of the best crab bisque I have had in a very long time. Also enjoyed the backend grouper and shrimp with those yummy waffle fries. Definitely enjoyed the food and the view. That bisque will have me coming back soon. read more

Grouper Shack - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

The other reviews we had seen made this appear like it wasn't worth the drive , but boy was it . Seated right in the waterfront marsh marina area the patio had lovely breezes on the outside deck. The drinks were fruity and lots to choose from and the seating was easy to find .First choice was the fresh oysters , w 10.00 for the tray compared to upwards or 30.00 in old village. And so much to choose from but we came for the lobster roll. We were seeking out Main style w mayo but they serve it Connecticut style which is w butter. We also had clam strips, and grouper bites .it was so much food to choose from we had to stop where we were at but wanted so much more. I the lobster was fantastic, soft, sweet and the right texture . I choose some extra cocktail sauce for flavor but given the simplicity of it , not fishy and very fresh tasting . The clams were perfect , soft, tender and breading stayed on . The oysters I heard were amazing ( I can't eat due to allergies) but they looked Devine. I head they were fresh and clean tasking, not chewy and a hint of brine... so I was pleasantly please that despite the review I realized the preparation on a lobster roll can make people feel disappointed. There is a taste difference between the two local style but the freshness was there and the drinks looked good to, we just had a drive ahead of us read more

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Nice place. Good food. Fun vibe. We enjoyed everything we tried. Recommend the lobster and lobster bisque! Scallops were great as well! read more

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Beautiful outdoor seating tucked away in a quiet marina -- such a cool hidden spot. The seafood is incredibly fresh, and both the triggerfish and calamari were outstanding. Great dockside drinks too; the Miami Vice and piña coladas hit the spot. A perfect laid‑back St. Augustine find. The Ponte Vedra location has a dedicated gluten free fryer while the St Augustine restaurant does not. read more

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We were meeting 2 other couples here for an announcement, so it needed to be special. Well, we were mistaken. It was open-air, the AC was going right outside. The salad came in a plastic bowl minus the avocado. My blackened trigger fish was heavily seasoned. And my gumbo was nothing but a dark, salty roux. The meal for the two of us was $55, and I only drank water! My husband wasn't happy either. Needless to say we won't be back. read more

Great seafood and right on the water in beautiful Saint Augustine. Casual and fun atmosphere. Started with the smoked fish dip and Peel & Eat shrimp. All were so good! Large and local shrimp. Oysters on the half shell and Grouper basket were all items I would definitely order again. Highly recommend! read more

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First visit and absolutely loved everything about this place! We sat at the bar, service was friendly and quick. The views, the menu, all great! We had 2lbs of snow crab, waffle fries and Mac and cheese. I was so content and ready to eat I forgot to take pictures. Portion sizes were great especially for the price. I'm going back next week to try more food! Lots of people around had the sandwiches too, all looked great read more

We had oysters and conch fritters and both were 10/10. The vibe is chill with a nice view of the river and marshland. We will definitely come back! read more

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We wanted to love this local spot since we're always looking to try something different from the usual routine. We spent $75 here ordering the grouper and shrimp dinners for ourselves, extra sides to sample everything, and a separate shrimp meal for our teenager honestly, if I wanted good grouper, I should've just grabbed some myself and cooked it. While the order was completely accurate and the service at pickup was great, we were shocked to discover that both pieces of grouper were basically raw in the middle. My wife tried calling the restaurant right away to get it resolved, but nobody answered. Because we weren't sure how it was prepped and couldn't reach anyone for guidance, we unfortunately had to throw the fish outand I'm just hoping I'm okay after taking my first bite. It was a big letdown after such a friendly first impression, and we're disappointed we couldn't get it sorted out today. read more

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We got off the interstate because of traffic and found this place. We wished we could have stayed here longer. We've even talked about going back to St. Augustine so we can spend more time here. We ordered a few baskets and were absolutely shocked, in a good way, about the portion size for the price. Also, the wait time on the food was very short. The cocktail sauce is absolutely delicious, kinda spicy, which is perfect, and all the seafood was super fresh. The gumbo was amazing. It was kinda hard to get a good table outside, but worth the wait. People stand around your table waiting for you to get up, which is kinda annoying, but I get it. read more

Good for a day after fishing with the guys but don't go with the family. No attention to detail, poor service, tourist prices, and uncooked food. Proceed at your own risk. read more

Great food moderately priced. The fish was really fresh and cooked perfectly. The collard greens were great but the cold slaw was so so. Before you got the food, they asked for payment and tip-up to 30 percent. Then, when you got your hot food and forgot the utensils, the "waiter" didn't offer you to get them for you. We had to fetch our own leaving our food to get cold. Tip??. read more

Grouper Shack - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

Just tried Group shack for the first time. Ordered a to go order. And when I made it home all of our grouper was uncooked. I tried to call, but because it was 15 minutes before closing. Nobody answered my phone call. I was going to let them know so they could try to make this right considering I spent $75 on a dinner. I was hoping for better :-( they were so nice in there and enjoyed the atmosphere while I waited. The shrimp were great, and sides too but I was really looking forward to that grouper read more

Grouper Shack - Uncooked Fried Grouper - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

I love this place! This counter service restaurant is great. There is a beautiful outdoor patio that's located on the water's edge. An Inside eating area for those that want to enjoy view but not the outdoors. The food was wonderful. Yummy smoked fish dip, scrumptious lightly breaded fried shrimp, and creamy hot lobster bisque was on our table. I'm looking forward to trying the rest of the menu. read more

Grouper Shack - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

Even though there was a line waiting to order, it moved fast. It was busy at 5:30 on a Friday but we found a great outside table. Having a drink and sitting out with a water view is a perfect vibe. Fountain drinks are self serve but everything else is delivered to the table. Thoughts on the food- Fish dip was excellent Gumbo was tasty, would have liked more shrimp and less sausage. Sweet potato mash was excellent Creamsicle-missed the orange taste, it was more like a pina colada, good but not what I had hoped for. Poke Bowl-delicious combination of flavors Grouper BLT-not the star of the show that I thought it would be. Good but not fantastic. Overall we really liked the place and will go back to try other menu items. read more

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Really a nice place to eat - nothing fancy - just good food and a casual atmosphere. The service was friendly, the prices were fair for what you got and the seafood was phenomenal. I had the 1lb Lobster - it was excellent! I gave 4 stars because they have no potatoes to speak of - only waffle fries. I would suggest some of the red new potatoes in butter - and this place would be a 5 star easily! The other folks with me that day said it was the best grouper they had eaten while here in St. Augustine. read more

Everything was amazing , 5 stars ! The lobster bisque was amazing I got the lobster and the crab legs everything was incredible from the food runners to the bartenders and the manager. The view was incredible too read more

Grouper Shack - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

Great location on the water. Sat outside on a hot day and it wasn't too bad. Counter ordering like a fish shack ought to be. I had the flounder fresh catch sandwich with the waffle cut fries and slaw. Pretty good. Got it blackened. For the fried grouper, I didn't love the breading. Cornmeal based which is to my liking. Just didn't have the seasoning I was expecting. And it seemed to hide the flavor of the fish. Very nice bartenders serve you replenishment of whatever you are drinking. Attentive management checking in on everyone. Plenty of parking in the oversize lot. Will come again. read more

Grouper Shack - Fresh catch sandwich - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

I was greeted by the manager Scott who accommodated me as soon as I came in I was seated then was given great service from one of the servers named Perry who brought me everything I had asked for in a very short amount of time and the food was spectacular I got the grilled shrimp basket with collard greens and sweet potatoes shrimp was seasoned to perfection collard greens were great and the sweet mashed potatoes were great as well the ambience was very welcoming nice music and it was very lively I had a great dinner and experience here I strongly recommend coming here especially with family I will definitely be visiting again in the near future! read more

We discovered this restaurant by accident looking for a place further away. It's has a walk up ordering counter, but the food is delivered to your table. It's quick, good size portions, and tasty. We love the trigger fish! The staff is friendly and very accommodating. Nice bar with some fun assortments of cocktails, as well as the usual libations. The outside seating has a nice view of the water and inside seating is comfortable. We've been twice and make it a must when we're in town. Well worth the visit. read more

Grouper Shack - Delicious trigger fish basket. - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

Best fish dip in St. Augustine. Everything else was pretty decent for the money. The grouper and fries were pretty nice tasting. The views here are solid. They told us we could have full service at the bar. But I really enjoyed ordering up front. They still brought out the food. Honestly, the quick service here is better than the full service at most restaurants nowadays. I'd definitely return. read more

Great spot. Hidden away Indoor seating and best outdoor seating. On the water. When you walk in be prepared to read menu on walk. You place your order with cashier and you ger your own cutlery napkins and drink. You gtab a yable and they find you and bring order to you. Fresh well prepared seafood. Great service. read more

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We came here with my hubby's bff and fiancé. The place has a laid back vibe but the view is great. It's a first come first serve on seating, so keep that in mind with the time of day you come. We came in around 2 and there was no outdoor seating open but we got a table inside. I had the fish tacos and they were great, but I loved the fried fish tacos more than the blackened. The gator tail was great! It's hard to find good gator tail. My hubby's bff's fiancé had the lobster roll and that thing looked amazing! I definitely want to come back here and try that lobster roll. Price wise this place is better priced than I thought it would be especially with seafood. read more

I rarely leave negative reviews, and I want to begin by emphasizing that the staff were genuinely pleasant, attentive, and professional throughout our visit. They were courteous, accommodating, and handled every interaction with a positive attitude. This review is in no way directed at them. Unfortunately, the food itself was among the most disappointing dining experiences I've had in recent memory. Our table sampled a substantial portion of the menu. We began with the appetizers: ahi tuna, gator tail, bang bang shrimp, corn nuggets, and smoked fish dip. The ahi tuna was significantly overcooked and carried a pronounced freezer-burned flavor. The gator tail suffered from the same issue. The bang bang shrimp consisted of what tasted like frozen shrimp covered in sauce, with little else to distinguish it. The corn nuggets were actually quite enjoyable and were easily the highlight of the appetizer selection. The smoked fish dip was particularly underwhelming. Its texture was excessively mushy, and despite a heavy dusting of smoked paprika on top, it lacked any notable depth of flavor. It felt as though the seasoning was intended to compensate for an otherwise uninspired dish, but unfortunately it did not succeed. For our entrées, I ordered the "fresh catch" of the day, advertised as blackened triggerfish. Whatever fish was served, I am highly confident it was not triggerfish. The texture was rubbery, the flavor was dominated by what again tasted like freezer burn, and no amount of seasoning could disguise it. The accompanying fries were mediocre, and the mac and cheese was bland and tasted as though it had been prepared well in advance rather than made fresh. My brother ordered the blackened grouper, and his experience was no better. The fish was overcooked, dry, and carried the same freezer-burned quality. Blackening seasoning can enhance good seafood, but it cannot rescue fish that has already been compromised. My girlfriend ordered the crab cakes. Predictably, they suffered from the exact same issue. At this point, a pattern had clearly emerged. I am genuinely puzzled by the restaurant's repeated use of the word "fresh," because nearly every seafood item we received tasted as though it had spent far too long in a freezer. Hoping the cocktails would redeem the evening, we ordered a Key Lime Piña Colada. What arrived tasted like watered-down pineapple juice with an aggressive pour of rum. Assuming it was simply a mistake or an off batch, we politely asked to exchange it for the Spicy Guava Margarita, which the staff graciously accommodated. Unfortunately, the replacement was somehow worse. It was, without exaggeration, one of the worst margaritas I have ever been served. My girlfriend described it as tasting like someone scrubbed a grill, added hot sauce, and then emptied an entire bottle of bottom-shelf tequila into the glass. While colorful, it was a surprisingly accurate assessment. By the end of the meal, the overwhelming impression was that nearly every seafood item served had either been mishandled, improperly stored, overcooked, or some combination of the three. The experience was especially disappointing given the restaurant's coastal location and the expectation of quality seafood that naturally comes with it. Our bill totaled approximately $156. For that price, I expected fresh seafood, competent preparation, and cocktails that were at least drinkable. Instead, we left hungry enough to stop elsewhere for food on the drive home. Once again, the staff were excellent. They were kind, professional, and did everything they reasonably could. Unfortunately, good service alone cannot overcome food of this quality. In all honesty, this was the worst seafood dining experience I have personally had, regardless of price point. I cannot recommend The Grouper Shack based on our visit. Save your money, and if you're heading home afterward, you may find yourself doing exactly what we did: stopping elsewhere for dinner. read more

Unfortunate. If this place had been presented as a marina bar, it might have helped. They bring your food to the table but you are responsible for everything else--seating yourself (if youre lucky), drinks, silverware, napkins, to-go containers, etc. The grouper bites were about the size of small marbles, hard, and very few. There was NO cheese in the mac and cheese, just naked noodles with a small piece of what must have been from the cheese on top of the whole pan. Standing in a long line to share outdoor unisex bathrooms with people coming in off boats was inconvenient to say the least. Plus, ordering at the front door and then hoping you can get a table is ridiculous. The view wasn't bad, hence the two stars. read more

As a repeat customer we had another great time at the Shack. The fried shrimp and clam strips were delicious. Also the whole lobster was amazing. The view while sitting outside is typical Florida. read more

New little place located in a marina. We figured we would give it a try since the menu looked good. I wasn't sure how I'd feel about the order at the counter vibe but it's actually remarkably well organized and the people at the counter taking your order are super nice and happy to answer any questions. The food comes right to your table so ordering at the counter is really not a big deal at all. Tip: You can also order your alcoholic beverages at the food counter or you can go straight to the full bar. I had the fresh wahoo sandwich blackened. It was the best sandwich I've had in a long time. Mostly because the fish was perfect and the overall sandwich was simple so the fish was the hero. We also had the crawfish which were a nice treat. They were a special catch of the day so we definitely got an order of those. Others at the table also got crab legs and fried clams. Thumbs up from all around. The deck is gorgeous and the view is amazing. We saw some gorgeous birds and just enjoyed the peaceful setting. We will definitely be back. read more

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If you like to sit and watch others at your table eat while you wait over 30 minutes for your order then you will love this place. If you like to eat your meal at the same time as the rest of your table DO NOT go here. Food was warm when it arrived but definitely would not recommend and will not return. read more

Was made aware of this newer restaurant in the St Augustine Social magazine advertisement. According to the reviews on the restaurant's website, it said to get there early for lunch because it fills up quickly. I did so. Was there at 11:45am, Sunday for lunch. It was already packed. Was going to sit inside, because it would be cooler than outside. It was extremely hot indoors, so chose to sit outside. Luckily, the table that I was able to get had a little breeze coming in. Unfortunately, we were right next to the machinery that would place boats in and out of the water at the boat ramp. It's a big piece of machinery, so it's very noisy. If anyone likes that, that would be enjoyable for their chosen environment. The food was mediocre, but that menu is many times over within local limits. The servers were young and did their best with demanding guests. Mostly, it's self service. I tipped the server extra for getting my elder guest a to go box. Did not have to, but chose to. What I left with is that I think locals would not be the people most likely to patronize. There are other restaurants offering the same menu with parking that is not difficult. Most of the parking is taken up by the marine tenants and their visitors. I don't mind walking, but I have an elder friend who needs to be dropped off close to the restaurant. With all that being said, I don't regard this restaurant for being awful. For locals, I would tend to look elsewhere. read more

The was quite alright to me and my nephew we enjoyed the little break before he actually took me to work some things are always better if you don't have to cook it yourself great job staff keep pushing to greatness read more

Grouper Shack - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida