Love the grouper tacos and AMI sunset drink. First time this year was missing the place. read more

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What a fun restaurant!! The atmosphere was great and the food was even better. The burger was very tasty and the namesake grouper tasted great and seemed very fresh. Our waitress was very extremely friendly and helpful. The wait was a bit long but acceptable for how busy it was. This was my second time visiting The Ugly Grouper and I would definitely recommend if you are staying on the island. read more

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Alivia was exceptional! She was truly an asset to the restaurant. Her hospitality was superb and truly defines the quality of this fine establishment. read more

Atmosphere was wonderful. The live music volume was at the perfect level to talk and hear one another, but still enjoy live music. The drinks were a good strong and a good size. The grouper tacos were amazing. Overfull with fish! Kids played at the open area while they waited for the food and it was great! read more

Service was awesome Not very crowded at 4pm The grouper reuben was ok - fish over cooked and chewy Cheese logs were good - not awesome Ambience was really good I just thing the food isn't great but ok read more

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Fun place to go too - Everything was good - we all had the Grouper which was good Service was great ! read more

Cute little spot on Anna Maria Island. They are known for their grouper so I had the blackened grouper sandwich that had a nice remoulade sauce on it which was a nice change from the usual tartar sauce. The portion was generous as it should be for the price of 25 bucks. Fries were fresh and hot. Diet Coke was flat, they brought another and it was flat as well. Okay, change that order to a Chardonnay please!! If you like fish as I do, they do a nice job. I saw the fried grouper nuggets and they looked like they could float my boat as well! read more

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This was our first time eating here AND WE WILL BE BACK!! The place gives a beachy dive feel that's super chill. They had some games to play and someone was singing in their stage area. Our waiter was amazing and recommended their fan favs. I got the tacos and my son got the grouper sandwich. Both were delicious but the grouper tacos were on point! Everything we saw coming out looked delicious. There's a metal grouper made by a local artist. The waiter told us apparently the artist makes items like this out of trash he recovers from the ocean. We highly recommend this spot! read more

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This place is really cool... nowhere quite like it on the island and that's saying a lot. Large metal fish statues and cool lights and music. Overall, everyone should come here just for the vibe alone! :) You see the waiters and waitresses working really hard because they're always packed... so things do get missed, like getting our food before the appetizer, or a drink never showing up from the bar. But the food is great and it's just a fun place to eat for nearly all ages - I'd say teenager on up. We had a large group of high-schoolers who loved it, and a group of chaperone mom and dads who loved it too. :) read more

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What an awesome spot! Thanks to Yelp on my search for a great lunch spot. We were there for a late lunch and were quickly seated. Rosie was awesome taking our orders and getting our drinks to us quickly. Between the grouper and Maui Maui sandwiches, grouper and shrimp tacos, it was all great. The area is all outside seating with plenty of umbrellas. Live music was going on during our visit and the large Ugly Grouper sculpture is amazing. Make sure you stop by and give they a try. Ask for Rosie! Enjoy. read more

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I'm not crazy about this place but obviously a lot of people are. It is typically slammed. That's part of the reason I don't like it. Outdoor kinda honky-tonk. Slinging shots, and beer. Food is OK depending on what you got. Ugly nachos are terrible. I guess the grouper sandwich is not bad sometimes a little dry and the buns aren't that great. Ambience is a little dry and looks like the whole place needs a little Presssure Washing restrooms are not adequate. read more

First time at the Ugly Grouper and had a good time! Service was friendly and attentive. We ordered the calamari appetizer and I was disappointed, the calamari itself was extremely rubbery but the fried part was crispy and seasoned well. We also ordered the grouper taco and fish and chips. The taco was so good but the fish and chips were unseasoned and just falling apart. Other than that, it's a good space for family/ friends and to enjoy live music outside. read more

Nothing seems to have changed in our absence. We arrived for a late lunch; no crowd, same beachy feel and were seated right away. About what seemed like forever, our waitress arrived and asked if this was our first visit here. We ordered our usuals- me a pina colada (well made) and grouper tacos. My wife had ipa and grouper tacos. Both the fries and tacos remain very good. The only negative is the casual ambiance which some might enjoy. Today, some people brought their pets, other times, I have seem some pretty risqué outfits. Very casual setting but good food and drink across from the police station. read more

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We went for an early dinner and the hostess and our server were friendly and attentive. As for the food, it lacked flavor. We ordered the Coastal Clam Chowder (tasted like it was out of a bag and super thick), the Angus burger (basic) and the Mahi Sandwich. It is a convenient spot for a quick bite, but not what we were expecting. read more

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Food was honestly mediocre. The best part of our meal was the cheese sticks. So good! The pretzel bits tasted like they were microwaved. The grouper tacos were good. Pasta was okay. Fish and chips were whatever. The server we had did not smile. Once. No joke. And acted like it was a chore to even serve us. The best part of our experience was the ambiance. They had a guy singing music and there were things for the kids to do. On the flip side, one of the restrooms was not functioning. And the one that was, well it was gross. None of the high chairs had the straps to stabilize a baby. Beware of that. read more

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Excellent food, atmosphere, and service! Eaten here twice now and it doesn't disappoint! read more

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Nice waitstaff, nice ambiance even though it's right on Marina Dr. Prices are a bit more than expected for portion size. And over $6 for a Yuengling draft? Food was good but didn't stand out. As has been the case in a lot of restaurants these, using a credit card will add 4% to the bill. Food seemed to take quite a while. Other tables seemed to get appetizers and the main course before us, despite those folks ordering after us. We ordered as soon as the server introduced themselves because we were so hungry. Server apologized for the wait and comp'd that entree. They realized the mistake and tried to make things right. Kudos for that. read more

The Ugly Grouper - 100% outside seating. - Bars Near Me - Holmes Beach, Florida

We stopped here for a late lunch while we're waiting to get into our condo rental. I had grouper skewers and a very delicious mocktail. We had very friendly service. read more

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The grouper and coconut shrimp was the bomb! I can't wait to come back again. Sophia was our server and she was very good.

We went for our evening meal. It was really busy, we had to wait for around 20 minutes but everything was organized and we were seated in the time promised. They had a gentleman playing the guitar and he was really good. My husband had the fish tacos and I had the island chicken sandwich. The food is great and the portions are big! This was the second time we were there and it doesn't disappoint! Our server was very attentive. read more

We had a outstanding time at the Ugly Grouper last night. We had Rosie as our waitress and she knew exactly what we would like off the menu just from us asking a few questions! She was fantastic! And the food was delicious! Also the live music was great! I don't catch his name but he was so good. Played all the songs that I love!!! read more

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Order wasn't taken properly, half of the order had to be rushed out to us. The most flavorless food at any restaurant in Florida. I do not recommend going there unless it's for alcohol. read more

We had the most amazing service from Avery. She was the most helpful and kind employee. We are from out of town and were on the island. It was late and we found your restaurant and she was so happy to assist us in getting a ride off the island. She went above and beyond and it was her kindness that stood out. We were so thankful and appreciated her follow through in insuring we were taken care of. Thank you Avery!! You made our night and will remember you!! read more

Great Lunch Experience!! Alivia couldn't have been more attentive and personable. We enjoyed the food and the atmosphere here at the Ugly Grouper! read more

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The Ugly Grouper was the highlight of my day trip to AMI! It comes highly recommended here on yelp, and I knew I had to make a stop. The fish tacos are out of this world! The fried cheese shell, the tropical salsa, the flaky fish perfectly cooked. PERFECTION. Also enjoyed a mocktail at the bar while catching some football games on the many TVs. The bartenders were friendly and attentive, despite being pretty busy. The live music was enjoyable as well. This is THE spot in AMI! read more

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Came here for my birthday--today!! First time visiting and of course had to purchase some merch for souvenirs. Really enjoyed the outdoor experience and took pictures with the ugly grouper. Had the quesadilla, family got the burger and grouper meal. Service was a bit subpar but we didn't let that weigh us down and plan to come back. Love the laid back experience, live music, and its close location to the beach. Really enjoyed ourselves minus the hit or miss service but again we didn't let that water down our day. To make up for it our server treated us to a birthday dessert- key lime pie, score! Great sweet treat to end on a high note. read more

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Absolutely amazing! The grouper is about as good as it gets. The staff is super friendly and and for as busy as they are, it's great how fast they get things out. It's a master of fear in Ana Maria Island. read more

Went specifically for the island burger, it was delivered w/out a pineapple. When questioned, oh we're out. Shouldn't they have said that when ordered? Long wait, high priced. Will never go back. read more

The food was bland and overpriced. The "grilled fish" tasted like thawed out freezer fish. The Cole slaw was sweetened with crushed pineapple which was too sweet. We waited for an hour and were sorely disappointed. Service was good. read more

Went during Happy Hour- 25% off Appetizers and discounts on beer and drinks. It was cold so we had a nice heater to help stay warm. Service was good, and the Calamari was really quite good. Settled on the Grouoer Nuggets, fried pieces of large Grouper with a dipping sauce. Lightly fried so no grease and went well with our drinks. As the sun set, so did the temperature and we decided to move on. Back another day when the temperature is a bit higher. read more

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Love the live music, Grouper tacos and friendly service. Always packed! Wait can be over an hour and half, at times. Nice that they have games in the back to keep ya busy. Go hungry! read more

Stopped for a late lunch, served by Izzy, very sweet and helpful young server. The grouper tacos were huge and so good! We will return

We had a great time at the Ugly Grouper! Seating is only outside, but they have plenty of fans to keep you cool. Our waiter was very friendly and gave good recommendations. The menu is great for those who love seafood and for those who do not want any. I highly recommend the tacos (any of them). The mango salsa is delicious and gives the perfect acidity to the cheesy taco shell. read more

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The grouper kabobs barely had any grouper for $32, the vegetable of the day was broccoli and they were overcooked soggy and gross, not worth the 1+ hour wait. Much better food around read more

**Pre Debby, Helene, Milton Visit** Still one of my favorite places. Somehow my schedule cleared up giving me a free week day off. After dropping off the child at camp, I went to the beach for the day. Around 2p, hunger took over all my thoughts so I packed everything up for a visit to this wonderful establishment. Since it was only me, a spot at the bar was my destination. The bartender greeted me quickly and took my drink and food order. As I enjoyed my drink, grouper tacos, and book. There was a guy playing live music who played some great renditions of popular songs. It was a very tasty lunch with good entertainment. 02.02.25 read more

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Food: 3/5 We ordered everything our waitress recommended: the grouper tacos, the grouper with pineapple, grouper sandwich, fried squid, and crab cake crackers. Overall, the food was just okay. Nothing left us wanting another bite. The grouper tacos, in particular, felt overhyped. They're large, but the flavor didn't leave much of an impression. Service: 2/5 Our waitress was great, but the host/hostess experience really hurt the visit. We had a party of eight and were told the wait would be about 30 minutes, but it ended up being much longer. We weren't offered--or allowed--the option to sit at separate tables. When we asked about it, the hostess appeared visibly frustrated. The interaction felt unprofessional and suggested a lack of training and oversight from management. Ambiance: 1/5 There was a live band playing off to the side, which might be enjoyable in other circumstances. Unfortunately, the rest of the environment overshadowed it. The bathroom was extremely dirty, smelled bad, and the water barely worked, making it difficult to wash hands. It was also cold that day, and despite having kids with us, no one offered to move a heater closer. We also felt uncomfortable after being seated due to the looks we received. Overall, the atmosphere did not feel welcoming, especially for tourists of color. read more

Really fun spot with great food and friendly staff. They have a lot of different choices too. We opted for blackened grouper and fried grouper sandwiches. The grouper is a large fresh delicious. Our server Jayden was smiling and very helpful Definitely the real deal for grouper read more

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Stopped by because a friend said it was good. I was shocked how good the food was. We got the coconut shrimp and the grouper tacos but subbed out the grouper for shrimp. It was all so good! Our sever was Rob who was great as well! I highly recommend this place. read more

We fell into the tourist trap! It's bound to happen when you're on a little island like AMI :) The cocktails were strong and tasty- not too sugary. The grouper tacos were FULL and tasty - perhaps not worth $26 for two but still did the trick. Mahi dinner was overcooked and the kids food hit the spot- no frills there. Service was lovely- a friendly waitress kept dinner moving at a good pace. We were sat next to the bar with lots of breeze and shade, enjoying the reggae music - plastic tables and chairs, dirty floor - standard beach vibes really. Overall, expensive meal for okay food. read more

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We were not vacationers. We live 20 mins away and were in the area. The place is completely open with incredibly uncomfortable inexpensive lawn chairs for table seats. The menu was pricy. Coconut shrimp appetizer or fried calamari $22. That's a bit much. The food was fine but our meal was $96 for two people and we shared an entree. We will not return. There's got to be something better around. read more