I enjoyed a Grouper BLT that will be hard to beat anywhere! The best waffle fries around too. Great view. Great service! Thanks!

Everything here was amazing! The staff were very kind and helpful. The food was fresh as can be. Also an amazing selection of drinks! We got the snapper and shrimp with fries and cornbread. Both were cooked perfectly with simple seasoning. Definitely want to come back to try a lot of other dishes. The prices were unbeatable. read more

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

Order and pay upon entering, 'try' to find a table, your food is delivered to you. I ordered the Ahi Tuna starter, it was overcooked with several pieces inedible due to cartilage. The blackened grouper basket and blackened grouper sandwich were tasty. We waited for an hour for our food to be delivered, constantly walking about to find a seat. Certainly not a bargain. A disappointing experience, a one done for me. read more

I love that the ordering system is quick service and that you can pick your own table. Sitting outside on the patio is lovely. The food was good, and the service was really fast. I would definitely come back again for the beans and crab claws. read more

Grouper Shack - Ceasar Salad and a pound of crab - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

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Family date night and this place sure delivered for a perfect family night. Daughter loved her calamari, and my wife had the Shrimp Po Boy. I tasted both and they were cooked perfectly. I had the Lobster Roll which was a pound of fresh lobster meat on the toasted bun. I lived three years in central Maine that offer plenty of authentic lobster rolls to try. The Lobster roll here at Grouper was fantastic!!! Just as good if not better than lobster rolls in Maine. The bun was perfectly toasted and the meat was a perfect temperature. It was totally worth the market price of $39 dollars. The beautiful views on their outdoor covered patio overlooking the dock and the San Sebastián River added to the wonderful ambience. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this place!! read more

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The food was excellent. Great price and the staff and atmosphere were perfect. Highly recommend the conch fritters.

So cool! We (Bachelor party of 9) walked in with our catch from the charter we took. They blackened the fish and served it with some amazing sides! Everyone raved about the greens. Such a cool experience and you just can't get better than that! They cooked everything perfectly and were super friendly. Highly recommend this place! read more

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Food was amazing; came out quick! I asked for tartar sauce and the cashier gladly directed me to the window! And beautiful sight because we were right on the water and great river view of the deck! Fish tacos were wonderful. My husband said his fried grouper was average. The bucket of beer/nutrl 5 for $20 was a great deal. Location is A+. read more

Grouper Shack - Tacos, calamari, and fries. - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

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Had the blackened shrimp which was amazing. Hubby had the snapper , delicious!! Great customer service and view was amazing!! Thousand percent underrated!! read more

Great food with New Orleans flavor. I had the shrimp & scallop quesadillas. Sooo good. Lots of fresh seafood. My husband had the gumbo. Abita beer, purple haze. Sat on the covered patio, views of the harbor. Our server was attentive & friendly. If you are looking for the Florida experience, this is it. Better than hotel restaurants. read more

Food and service were good. Charging me another 17% on my credit card after I left was not. Mgr told me against policy to refund money, but if i came back in, they would give me a free drink of equal value.. read more

O nooooooooooooooooo she did it again!!!!!! Yum yum, so fun took half home get some lemons slaw o and a fork and if that's not the cleverest utensil dispenser I have ever seen cudos on that one!!!! Check him out hook lined and u know sinkered hahaaa lol thank u 4 taking the time out of ur precious day to read my review enjoy! And ps always adult drink responsibly not on the road know what im saying ??? Got It! Good! O and lets throw in a hug too read more

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Location is 5 star, but... Pretty expensive for what you get. Baskets are similarly priced to St. Augustine Fish Camp - so go there. Collard greens and beans were extremely salty. While the fried stuff, shrimp, cod and chicken tenders were good, you could get better local stuff elsewhere. Frozen waffle fries like Chick Fil A. No hushpuppies to go with the beans or fish or collard greens. Three ounce portion of coleslaw was good, but should have been more of it. Fried grouper was over-cooked. Bang-bang sauce was more pop-pop. You order at the front (side) counter, pre-pay and then self-serve on drinks and utensils, then find a table. They are lenient on allowing you to arrange tables. They do check occasionally to see if you need anything. Looking back I would not have tipped so generously, though as you refill your own drinks. They do deliver your food to the table. We started outside - looked like rain was inevitable so we went inside. Not much seating inside and it was near stifling hot with a heavy fishy smell - so we went back outside and chanced the rain. We were able to push the table far enough away from the rail when the rain did come and stayed pretty much dry with a little blow-in rain. One and done for us - but be your own judge - lots of people seem to like it. read more

Service is amazing. Everyone was so kind and helpful. The food was really good and atmosphere clean and right on the water. Will definitely go back. read more

I ordered a watermelon froze and it was awful, I sent it back immediately. Manager said she would take it off of my bill but she didn't. I called after I noticed the charge, after several attempts my call was answered. She said I had to come in again, I informed her that I didn't live there. So check your bill before you leave. read more

Food was Delicious, view great. Manager extremely friendly and helpful to everyone. Super casual. Def coming back.

Location 5 stars Freshness 5 stars Amount 2 stars Love the location! Plenty of seating right on the water and we really enjoyed that! We ordered snapper sandwiches with white beans and cole slaw. What came out, while fresh and tasty, was all lettuce, tomato, and pickle. There was not enough fish to cover the bun and it was all in tiny pieces. We ended up picking the fish out of the bun just so we could taste it. Beans came out in a cup, 1 layer on the bottom filled to the top with cooking broth. Sadly, we left hungry. But definitely enjoyed the view! read more

great service, food, staff! icing on the cake- location! made our friends gathering extra special. Thank you. read more

My girls wanted to do an early Mother's Day lunch. They decided on the Grouper Shack. I've never been here before. It looks very new. It's nestled in a marina on Nix Boat Yard Rd. The Grouper Shack served up a variety of fresh seafood. I was drawn for the Gator Tail. It's a Florida vibe but not all restaurants cook them the same. Walking up, there's a huge Grouper fish hanging as if it a fresh catch. You can take pictures with it. And you know we did..Lol. Restrooms are located just outside of the restaurant. As well as the menu to view before walking in to place you order. You place your order at the counter. They provide you a buzzer. You find your own table- inside or dock side. They bring your food to your table. We decided to dine inside because it was a humid day. You can see the cooks preparing the orders. It was a really busy Saturday afternoon. The wait for our food wasn't that long. Maybe 20 minutes. There was good music playing. Lots of laughter around the Bar scene and great chatter happening around us. They offer a hearty menu. Lots of appetizer options, soups and salads, fresh 1/2 lbs seafood baskets that include slaw & fries. Steamed Oysters, shrimp, crab legs or whole lobsters. $12- $20+ Sandwiches $14- $16, include Shrimp po-boy, Classic burgers, Southern Chicken, Grouper BLT, Lobster Roll or fresh Catch of the day. They also have Taco's $15-$17. The sides are pretty scrumptious too. $4. We had Mac & Cheese, Waffle Fries, Cole Slaw & Bacon Collard Greens. Fountain Drinks or Tea $3. They offer a host of alcoholic beverages. Only thing missing is some type of dessert. I would have love a slice of Cake or Key Lime Pie. We happily ate and enjoyed a variety of different items. Trigger fish- a white boneless fish cooked to crispy perfection. Hubby had the Grouper. A thicker white fish. Jessica had the classic hamburger well done. Shaquana enjoyed Crispy Chicken Sandwich. Appetizers-Gator Tail, Conch Fritters. I should have tried that Corn Bread. Everything was delicious and full of flavor. The portion sizes are huge. Yes, the prices are a little high but it's worth it. We truly appreciated the hospitality and the service of the young men who waited on us. This menu provides something for everyone. There's so much I didn't get to try. I will be back for round 2 ! Ono Grindz read more

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This is a cool little spot. The ambiance is great for a date night or a meal with the family. My husband and I stopped by and sat at the bar. The bar is full service so there is no need to order at the counter. The beers were reasonably priced and cocktails were typically price. I will say the food is slightly overpriced for the portions. My mahi, fries, and small coleslaw was plenty for me, but if you go hungry or want bigger portions you may be a little disappointed. Meals range from $16-$40. read more

Plastic, plastic everything ... even the salad bowls .. your entire lunch, plates, utensils, cups.. all thrown away .. disgusting waste Staff were really nice Great location and view Food meh.... read more

Do not go if you DON'T enjoy a beautiful view, tasty seafood, friendly staff & clients. Keep on believing those reviews about parking issues, lack of tables, or it's too windy! I'm sure you would appreciate the frozen product from the drive through lane at a nearby Long John Silver. I am not related to the owner, but today I caught him bussing tables & greeting hungry seafood lovers! Parking in overflow lot allows you a piece of Key lime pie without guilt for the short walk. read more

Arrived here by boat, which made for a great meal destination from Flagler County. Food was delicious and fresh and the large patio overlooking the ICW adds to the outdoor ambiance. We'll be back soon with more friends, in our boat! read more

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Overall just ok, the view was nice, drinks ok and food just ok. Would I go out my way to go back, no I would not. read more

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Delicious Food & Great Service! We had a fantastic meal at The Grouper Shack at Cat's Paw Marina. The grouper bites and fish dip were fresh and full of flavor. Scott, the manager, was welcoming and attentive, which made the experience even better. Great spot for laid-back, high-quality seafood read more

The setting and location was beautiful! Additionally the service was splendid and cheerful. Even the food was phenomenal and out of this world. My family and I thoroughly enjoyed everything about this place! Highly recommend!!! read more

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Scott. Tim and Gina were the ones we met first as we tried this new spot! They were all suuuuuuuuuper nice! The view from the deck was amazing.. like literally amazing! The atmosphere was absolutely positive! 6 stars even though you see 5! Will definitely return! Gina is super friendly and welcoming! thank you all for such a great experience. read more

Grouper Shack - Fried whole snapper!!! - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

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Love the casual Florida ambiance. They have wall mounts of local fish, birds and animals. I admired the gator accents. I especially liked the gator door handle in the ladies room. Our server Dave was tasked with serving our large group 7 adults and 3 kids under 3. I appreciated his enthusiasm and patience with taking our orders because it took us a while to figure it all out. A few things went wacky with so many people helping to get the order out but in the end it was all straightened out. I especially enjoyed my blackberry sangria. The whole cooked flounder I had was good. Others in the party had the seafood boils with crab legs, shrimp, crawfish,etc. which they thoroughly enjoyed. The restaurant seems a lively and well liked place! read more

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

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Delicious seafood and large portions. Definitely got our money's worth. Kind and professional servers. We'll be back!

Great location by the water, wish I had taken a picture. Blackened grouper was very good. I got the grouper sandwich but my brother in Law got the grouper basket. I recommend the basket for better portion size. I also order the fried crab claws appetizer. So good quality but I actually left hungry.. read more

What a hidden gem! The service to order was quick and super nice! The place was slammed for lunch, so we had to wait about 20-30 minutes for the food, but it was worth waiting! Not pictured are a half dozen of Gulf oysters and Atlantic oysters - both steamed! Everything on the menu is so fresh and it's made to order. I love that all the food comes out all at once as well! The atmosphere is so peaceful and serene. Dogs are allowed outside, but if they bark it does echo. Finding a seat is difficult and fun at the same time, as you get to hunt down where you want to sit. Absolutely loved eating here and can't wait to enjoy it again! read more

Grouper Shack - Grouper Bites, Conch Fritters, Bang Bang Shrimp, Gator Bites, Lightly blackened Red Fish, Scallops, and a CrabCake! - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

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We waited in line to order and then we ordered our food and waited for over an hour and it had still not come out. I then asked for a refund and they refunded me. Terrible customer service - like they could have got our appetizers out or something to tide us over but instead we wasted 2 hours of our time and are still hungry. We also saw multiple customers complaining so it was not just us. I do not recommend this place. Save yourself the time and trouble and do not come here. read more

don't miss! your visit will cover all the bases if looking for on water, casual, fun, fantastic food and staff is friendly, energetic and spot on their game! read more

This is our new boat house @ Grouper Shack Great food & service Wonderful experience will be back soon Have informed our friends of this amazing restaurant read more

Wow - the food, atmosphere, and service all were incredible! Highly recommend the bang bang shrimp, grouper and lobster roll!

We had a nice dinner at The Grouper Shack. My wife had the grouper bites, and I enjoyed the fried grouper sandwich. The sides, however, were the best part of the meal. The sweet potato casserole was OUTSTANDING, and the white beans and ham were very good. The service and atmosphere were excellent. Look forward to a return visit on our next trip to St Augustine. read more

food was fire! I had the whole red snapper some collard greens and some white beans. It's also a really nice atmosphere.

The food was really good. The fish was fresh. The crabcakes were amazing. We were really happy with everything. It was reasonable and delicious delicious and fresh. We will certainly go there again finally a place that knows how to make crabcakes and fresh fish.!! if you like margaritas try the spicy margarita it was the best one I've had around Saint Augustine ever!! we will definitely be back!! thanks so much!! Diane and Chuck! read more

Sat outside, great patio area. Had the grouper bites for an appetizer and fried shrimp for my main. Very fresh seafood and service was good too. read more

Great food, drinks, and atmosphere! Very friendly staff and very laid back. Would definitely recommend and will be going back soon.