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Rusty Bellies

4.4 (2.6k reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated 3 weeks ago

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Moderate noise
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Happy hour specials

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Ice to go
Chelsea F.

We visited on Good Friday and surprisingly the wait wasn't too bad. I was told at check in that it would be 20 minutes, I notice on my phone that they had texted me not even 5 minutes into our wait and since I had missed it that we were removed from the waitlist. Luckily when I went back to confirm that our table was given away they were able to accommodate us quickly. The whole belly clams were once again amazing, large portion size! The hush puppies are yummy too! Definitely the spot to go and worth the little bit of a wait! We had a long drive home so I asked for ice to keep our food from spoiling and the waitress was so kind and even bagged it so we didn't have a soaking mess!

Shrimp bisque & mussels with garlic oil sauce
Rachel M.

Service was pretty good considering how busy it was. It was to be expected bc of Mother's Day. We enjoyed our food. I ordered the 86 proof which is salmon and scallops and my husband ordered the chicken Alfredo. 3 stars bc the girl who took my phone number to text me when my table was ready put my number down incorrectly. I had a feeling this would happen. I know our wait was about an hour and a half and I was prepared for that. But I went back earlier to check on where we were at with another girl and found out my number was wrong. I'd already waited an hour. The other girl was like oh maybe that for someone else. I was like no that's me she put the first two numbers of my phone number wrong. If I didn't go back to check I'd be waiting for nothing. They need to be confirming phone numbers. I should have at first and I'm glad I finally did when I did. Ambiance is loud bc of big groups, again to be expected especially with the holiday. Outside would be the best place with the water view, but it was too hot for outside right now.

Fish and Chips
Robert G.

Went to Tarpon Springs on a day trip and Rusty Bellies was recommended as the place where the locals ate. Our intention was to eat at a Greek Restaurant but decided to give Rusty Bellies a try. When we entered they were fairly busy but was able to seat us right away. Our waitress greeted us and assisted us in making our selections. I ordered the Seafood Gumbo to start my meal which was very good, actually if I return I would probably order two bowls of the Gumbo for my meal. My wife ordered the Fish and Chips which was very large and also came with fries and coleslaw. She thought the coleslaw had a funny taste but I tried it and thought it was good. The fish which was cod was very large and my wife was unable to finish it. I had the Shrimp and Grits which was all right. Overall the restaurant was clean on the water and we were happy with the service and the food. The prices were fair for what we ordered.

Cajun Gulf Grouper
Dennis T.

It was quite busy on a Saturday night at this restaurant - the host said 1 hour and 45 minute wait but only ended up being 30 minutes. They have a bar outside and you can use the seating there if you order takeout (this is a hack). They had some string lights in the beach area with an outside bar and live music, which was nice. The only con is that the price is pretty pricey for a medium sized portion. The 1/2 lb peel and eat shrimp doesn't come with anything else other than shrimp. The Cajun grouper flavor was ok. I'm not sure if the Cajun style in Florida is different than a Louisiana Cajun sauce. The grouper was very meaty though.

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Chris S.

Food was ok fish spread was Good but pretty salty I did enjoy the veggies it comes with first time I have seen that pairing. Chicken Dakota was the star of the meal my wife loved it the mahi sandwich was very dry and lacking in any flavor I took the lemon wedge out of my water to try and save it. Overall average food nice view decent service. If in the area worth a try but if you order the mahi I would try blackened fried was a no go.

Hush puppies
Sarah A.

The location was great and loved the patio. Service was friendly. Our appetizers of buffalo shrimp and fish spread were super delicious and yummy. I also love that they bring out hush puppies before the meal. My salad was good, but the egg on top seemed overly processed and the bacon had an odd texture. The salmon was fantastic. I think I'd prefer a different meal more.

Time for late lunch
Yvette T.

Rusty bellies has some of the freshest seafood I've ever eaten. Amazing customer service and a huge variety of food to choose from an addition to seafood. Took a friend of mine here as well as my aunt who is from Pennsylvania, and they both agreed the food was very good. Highly recommend making a reservation as it does get very busy.

Fried shrimp and fries
Ashley B.

This place is terrific! It's super busy, so make a reservation unless you want to wait. There are plenty of spots outside to sit and wait, and a bar around the back, so you have options. The food is just plain good. You get hush puppies at the table. Crispy in the outside and soft on the inside. So good! We chose the ceviche stack, which was honestly terrific; big enough for 4 to share. For dinner, I had the 86 Proof with salmon, scallops wrapped in bacon, rice and green beans with a bourbon-based sauce. Also just delicious! My husband got the fried shrimp with fries and cole slaw. He shared a shrimp with me, and it was delicious. So fresh. I'd recommend eating here if you're in the area. Portions are very generous. What a great spot!

Crab Bisque
Renee N.

Some friends took us here to dine while visiting this area of Florida. A very busy restaurant so reservations are highly recommended. We sat at a table that provided a partial water view along the Anclote River which was nice since the sun was setting. Fresh seafood is what is going on here so here is what we ordered: 1. Crab Bisque with blue crab - Loved it! 2. Mahi Piccante - So fresh the Mahi was and just delicious 3. Sesame Ginger Ahi Tuna - Very tasty 4. Pesto Pasta with garlic toast - Filling and great flavor Service was friendly and helpful. The vibe was talkative and enthusiastic. Parking is either on the street or nearby in a parking lot. Outside seating is available and there is an available bar too. Overall we had a very good time here and I would definitely dine here again when visiting Tarpon Springs.

Hush puppies
Cait L.

Fantastic service especially for being so busy at a prime location in Tarpon Springs on the water. Their complimentary hush puppies are so good and I'm usually not a big fan of them but these taste like mini savory honey cakes. The fish spread and buffalo shrimp were super good as well. I got the grouper sandwich for a main and as you can imagine all left quite full but very happy.

Panko Chicken Piccata
Sandra M.

What an awesome restaurant! Great location, expanded with outside patio, outside seating, big bar, and boats that catch fresh fish daily! The staff were welcoming, kind, helpful, and on the go! They offer tons of seafood plates as well as other options for those who don't eat them. Instead of starting with chips or bread, they start you off with hush puppies! Yummy! We skipped the apps and ordered a chicken dinner and a fish dinner. Both were delicious and totally recommend. Brandi took great care of us and share her favorites for us to know for future. We'll definitely go back! And if you want to support them, they have a mini store and sell all kinds of goodies! Loved this restaurant!

Our great waitress, Tereza!
Mark B.

Another great meal at Rusty Bellies! As always, the food, cocktails, service and view of the water from the outdoor seating was excellent. Tereza was our waitress and she went above and beyond to make our experience enjoyable! She is a great communicator, friendly and provided excellent service! We can't wait to return when we get back to Tarpon Springs in October!

Eek!
Dave W.

We had a very nice, scenic and tasty lunch. @Peter picked the place and we arrived around 11:15am on a winter weekday. The weather was perfect with a slight breeze so we ate outside. My steak salad came with crunchy eggs which turned out to be deep fried soft boiled eggs! Wow! Interesting and tasty! The excellent waiter didn't ask how I wanted the steak so I figured it might be well done. It was. Oh well. Lesson learned... when at a seafood restaurant, order seafood! We could see pelicans hanging out and a boat or two went by. It was very relaxing and unhurried. Parking on site is limited but that's ok. There is street parking nearby. Life is good with a relaxing Florida waterfront lunch in winter!

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27 days ago

Amazing service and food. The environment was really nice and everything that was ordered was perfect.

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Thank you for visiting us.

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Dave, thank you for stopping in and enjoying your visit.

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2 days ago

Food is good, service & location are great but we've waited many times over an hour to be seated. I wish they accepted reservations.

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26 days ago

Very good food, above average service, and memorable hush-puppies. The best scenery of any seafood restaurant in the area.

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6 days ago

Rusty Bellies is an area gem! The food is fresh and never lacks flavor. Drink are amazing along with service and views

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Thank you for dining with us, Mai. We hope to see you again soon.

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Thank you so much Kelly, we appreciate your insight.

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20 days ago

Great food and servers. Careful not to eat too many hushpuppies and get too full before main food is delivered.

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21 hours ago

Long wait time and slow service. We waited over an hour for our food or longer. And our waitress was just not good.

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Ask the Community - Rusty Bellies

Can I make a reservation for 3/21?

There is a link on their website; we typically make our reservations ahead of time. The wait can be over an hour if not.

Where can I confirm my reservation?

Call them

Are you Open on Christmas Day?

Hi there! We will be closed Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.

Our sever said no oysters because you've been able to find a good reliable source ? I'm hoping on our next visit oysters will reappear on the menu! Five star meal on Sunday !

Oyster season typically is any month w the letter R in it...

Do you serve grilled octopus?

Hi Ken, Currently we do not serve grilled octopus.

Do you take reservations?

No they don't take reservations or call ahead seating.

All you can eat?

Definitely not.

Do they take reservations for a large (25) group?

No they don't

When is happy hour? And what does it entail? Is there an actual menu for it?

4-6, it varies depending on the season. Yes there is a menu for it

Please can we seat ouside?

If there is space but it's also with reservations. It's usually packed so be sure to get on the reservation lists way in advance.

Are dogs welcome?

Hello Howard, As much as we love dogs, only Service Dogs are allowed in the restaurant.… Read more

Do they have delivery or an App that delivers?

I don't see that Uber Eats, DoorDash, Bite Squad or GrubHub deliver from here.... that at least narrows down a bit which services DO NOT deliver.

Do they allow people to smoke on the deck?

But they do have a patio where smoking is permitted

Does Rusty Bellies accept call aheads for less than 10 people?

They have a list you can do on YELP ! We have used it several times and it works GREAT !

Who is yelp manager for Clearwater area?

Christina G. Is the Yelp manager for the Tampa Bay Area. I don't know if there is one specifically for Clearwater.

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4.4(72 reviews)
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What a DOPE, PIRATE THEMED, speakeasy to go to grab some delicious drinks! Totally blown away!…read more Tucked, downtown Tampa you enter through a secret bookcase door and you enter a very low key pirate bar! Lighting is dim, which is part of the concept. (Auto flash is needed for pics) The joint, is VERY CLEAN! The staff is awesome and very attentive! They understand process. The drinks are SOOO WELL MADE! I had a Zombie as my first drink, and it is very well presented and STRONG! I prefer,my first drink at an establishment to be strong cause then I can lighten it up later. Then I had a Rum Barrel, not as strong, but well presented and delicious! Note: Prices for drinks are worth every dime! They have a small food menu, but everything on the menu looked delicious, but I did not eat there. This speakeasy is attached to a British pub which I went for food after. (Review to come) All-in-all great spot to come and have a drink you are well treated, appreciated and just a fun experience! I will DEFINITELY come back here for a delicious drink and DEFINITELY will try something off the food menu. I'll just make sure next time I won't go there after a big breakfast lol! Five stars alllllll day long!!!

These are the coolest places in Fla. Secret cryptic entrances with a speakeasy like ambiance…read more Hidden passages and a clear throwback to the days of prohibition. With all that was going on, it's a wonder we could find the exit after all the drinks. The pirate theme was the caveat. A perfectly dimmed atmosphere and willing performers that can conjure up delicious delights. The red light and point on music only enhanced the experience. Plenty of signature drinks, a dozen different beers and even a few dishes are offered. They stir a nice whiskey sour. It's really what suits your fancy. Fear not. They have mocktails, too! 12/25

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Morgan’s Cove - Secret entrance to the speakeasy!

Secret entrance to the speakeasy!

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Rum Barrel

Morgan’s Cove - The bar area, tables surrounding it and another little closed off section.

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The bar area, tables surrounding it and another little closed off section.

Johnny's Taphouse Grill - Not an amazing photo but super amazing flavor in this Orange Cake

Johnny's Taphouse Grill

3.9(202 reviews)
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I am almost a week post visit, but I had to make sure I gave Tyler a shout out for the amazing…read moreservice last weekend. Leaving from the Howard Beach, and stopped in before commuting home to this local joint, and it was surprisingly raving!!! Hillbilly Eggrolls had great reviews and thought I would try, and it was actually REALLY good! Food is served FRESH and HOT! Even with minutes passed, I don't think I ever had food served this hot, but it was a great thing. The bathrooms even had a sign of Caution: Water Gets Hot! And I have hot water at home so I smiled because if the water is that hot, I know germs are being cleaned on silverware! But again, food was amazingly hot, and thank you for the great service, Tyler!

Came here for dinner last night after the day at the beach...VERY GOOD!…read more This is a local Tap House with a sports bar vibe, looks small on the outside but it's really big on the inside, I opted to eat outside though. For a starter I had the Hillbilly Egg roll Slow-Cooked BBQ Pork, House Made Slaw, Pepper Jack Cheese, Drizzled with BBQ Served with a Side of Ranch Dressing!! Very good! Great portion! For my entree I had the Steak and cheese wrap and its Shaved Rib-Eye, Sautéed Mushroom, Onions, and Bleu Cheese, wrapped in a flour tortilla. Sooooooo delicious and juicy! Service was rocky at first as for as drinks were concerned, and they definitely made sure that it was an addressed and took care of the issue. I had a smoked bourbon for my drink...sooo good! Probably one of the best I've had. All-In-All GREAT local spot for eats!! I'm going to have to come during football season to see the sport vibe...while wearing all my Seahawks gear! Lol!!

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