We didn't have much of expectations for this place but it definitely delivered…read more It's a small place that offered a nice variety of seafood dishes. They also have children's menu. It's a very low key place with super chill atmosphere. The have some seating right in front of it but you can just go around the corner and seat at the plaza. Service was very friendly and quick. We had grouper sandwiches and our kid had fish tenders. Food was great, enjoyed it after visit to Aquarium.

This is a food booth in the plaza area adjacent to the cruise terminals. There is a paid parking…read morelot. Limited menu board. I ordered the market price fried grouper for $23.50. Came with a side. I went w cole slaw. The slaw was good-homemade for sure. The two pieces of grouper were small for the price but they were good. The advertised tartar sauce was actually remoulade sauce. But good. No complaints on taste. Served in a paper boat. High tops and nearby outdoor seating was plentiful.

After watching Mike Chen's Tampa Bay edition, we had to try this place and it was worth the 40…read moreminute drive. Cute Little Place in a nice neighborhood with plenty of outdoor seating. Since it was a little humid outside, we opted to sit inside with the AC. Here's what we ordered: I have their new coconut crusted grouper sandwich style with onion rings. The beer battered onion rings was also a good compliment to the sandwich and the batter was so light. We also had their lobster corndog with fries. These two entrées that we ordered are a must try when you visit this place. The service was pretty quick. They got a little busy towards the end, but the food comes very quickly hardly any wait at all! So if you're in the mood for some local seafood bites and you're in the ballast point Tampa Bay area this place is a must try. Highly recommend.

BIG RAYS FISH CAMP!!…read more BRFC- great name. Don't know what a fish camp is but I'm about it. Walked in after a long day in the sun, hoping for the best outcome. And boy did I get it. I was with a party of 9. Front of house was short staffed (one line soldier) she knocked out our orders with speed and efficiency and then started bussin down tables, allowing us to move tables together and all. Heck yeah. Food showed up in waves (made the fish feel at home) and lemme tell you a secret. That fish landed infront of me...I didn't look up, head down and dialed in. Perfect harmony of ingredients. I wouldn't change a thing. Great fries too. Big Ray and your fish camp, take a bow son. Do a victory lap. You deserve every one of your flowers. You can do no wrong in my eyes.

This place came up on my FB feed while scrolling. Ad caught my attention with the weekend specials…read more We drove over tonight to give it a try. We ordered the shot honey grouper sandwich, bang bang shrimp fries, fried shrimp and grouper bites. Three were weekend specials for $9.99. That price and quality cannot be beat! The hot honey grouper was awesome. Very nice filet of grouper with hot honey on it. Sweet, spicy and freshly cooked. 10/10. Fries were freshly fried and had a nice seasoning. Great meal. My son had the grilled grouper bites. They were cooked perfectly and he devoured them. 2 thumbs up! Other son had the shrimp basket. Fried shrimp were juicy and crispy. Not over battered. Great taste and another 2 thumbs up. Bang bang shrimp fries were really good. Not hot but had great flavor. Fries had a ton of bacon and that yummy sauce drizzled over them. Would get again. 9/10. Easy to find, plenty of parking. Nice outdoor area with about 6 tables. Service was friendly and quick. Price was great for fresh seafood. We drove about 30 minutes and it was worth the drive!

I gone to Ruskin Seafood Shack twice to pick up food. The seafood is good, but we're not big fans…read more The blackened grouper sandwich was tasty enough, but the bottom bun was swimming in liquid. It was very hard to eat it as sandwich. The side red potatoes were a step up from coleslaw. We also tried the lobster roll on an earlier visit. It was bland to OK, but definitely not a price performer. We absolutely love the Ruskin Seafood Market for fresh fish. Very good selection and I guess ultimately we prefer to fix our own seafood.

Decided to stop by after taking a boat ride and it was absolutely wonderful. There wasn't a wait…read morefor a table for 4 and plenty of seating. Zippy was very attentive and help with our drink and food options. We had appetizers, drinks and an entrée each. Out of what we selected, some was more enjoyable than others but very nice portions size and flavorful. The ambiance was great! Will definitely go back for drinks and other menu items.

I've been here twice in two weeks! I have to say the food is…read moreabove average. Actually I thoroughly enjoyed my lump crab meat BLT! On my return I tried the Parmesan Grouper which was very good. My only complaint is the seating, both times we came for a business lunch. First time we came with 5 people, one of our party was on a conference call and stayed in the car to wrap it up. We asked to be seated but were told we needed to have the full party before seating! We asked to speak with the manager, he said he would allow it this time. As if he was doing us a big favor. I could understand if the place was packed but on this day at lunch it was less than 30% full. The second visit we had a similar experience. So, it's a good spot just be sure to have all your party there when you arrive!

Excellent service and atmosphere! The seafood boil we got to share was amazing! We will definitely…read morebe back.

My husband and I had a wonderful time at the hot and crazy crab! You must try the hot and crazy…read morecrab juicy sauce, it was delicious! I also like how you can pick your spice lever (mild, medium, hot). We enjoyed the mild it had a small kick but nothing too spicy. The quality of the seafood was fresh and the amount you get is a lot! I had some left over. The boil comes with 2 corns and 2 potatoes. I really enjoyed my meal an will be back! Price is very reasonable for all you get as well!

Beautiful market, unique local products, fresh seafood and meat…read moreincredible thoughtfully made from scratch menu items

Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5…read moreAmbiance: 5/5 It was my first time in Tampa, and after hearing so many great things about this spot, my friends and I made it a point to eat here. When we first arrived, we honestly didn't expect a Michelin-starred restaurant to have this kind of setting- not in a bad way btw, just different from what we imagined! We went around 3 PM, and it wasn't too busy, so our group of three was seated immediately. They also have a back patio, but it was way too hot outside, so we opted to stay indoors with the AC. The service was excellent. Since it was our first time dining here, we spent quite a while looking through the menu. The staff were very patient, answered our questions, and gave some helpful recs. For food, I ordered the grouper sandwich because I saw that the fish was locally caught and was intrigued. It was a little saltier than I would have liked, but I still enjoyed it a lot. My friend got the grilled shrimp house salad and the pistachio crusted red snapper. The red snapper was WOW so delicious. The lemon beurre blanc balanced the dish perfectly. It was my friend's order, but I kept finding myself stealing bites from her plate lol. We also got a classic risotto with added shrimp and it was another standout. I really enjoyed it because it wasn't overly creamy, so I never got tired of eating it. I would definitely order this again. Okay, now onto the oysters... OMMGGGGGGGGG. The Shigoku from Samish Bay, WA was my absolute favorite out of all the oysters we tried. You honestly have to taste it yourself to understand how sweet it is. We also wanted to order more of the Royal Miyagi oysters, but unfortunately they had already run out and only had one left. So sad!!!! While waiting for our food, I walked around the market and loved browsing all the different items they had for sale. There were locally made souvenirs, sauces, honey, prepared foods, merchandise, and so much more. Definitely worth taking some time to explore if you're there. Overall, it was such a lovely experience, and I would absolutely come back whenever I'm in Tampa again!

First time visiting but definitely will be going back often since I've just moved to the area!!…read moreLove the owners professional and they get you in and out quick!! I got a 1/2 doz XL cleaned paid $36.50 not bad at all!! Crabs were meaty and good I didn't eat nothing else that day lol forever a CARB HUT CUSTOMER! They accept cash ebt and cashapp only loved that simple and quick transaction.

Only 1 mile from my house. Bought 1/2 dozen X-jarge blue crabs. Went home and cooked them. I was…read morestuffed! I'm from Maryland, and know good blue crabs. All males, $35 half dozen, $70 whole dozen. Not cheap, but worth it. Highly recommend.

Amazing staff, service was outstanding. The grouper is SOOOOO GOOOD! They even did my calamari…read morewithout the jalapeño and I'm so grateful for them! Thanks for the amazing date night!

Ulele was a fantastic experience from start to finish. Even before we stepped inside, we were…read moreimpressed. The area surrounding the restaurant is beautiful and makes for a great place to walk around and explore. Once inside, the atmosphere is just as impressive, and thankfully the food, drinks, and service live up to the hype. My dad and I started with the Gator Tail appetizer. Neither of us had ever tried alligator before, so we were really curious to see what it was like. Turns out, we loved it! It tastes surprisingly similar to chicken and was a fun way to try something new. For our mains, my dad ordered their famous Meatloaf, and after trying a bite, we completely understand why it's one of their signature dishes. It was excellent. I went with Barry's Tomahawk Pork Chop, and it was outstanding. The pork was cooked perfectly; juicy, tender, and not dry whatsoever. The real star, though, was the guava demi-glace, which added such a unique and delicious flavour to the dish. The beer selection was great too. I especially enjoyed the Wedding Beer Berry Lager, which was refreshing and packed with flavour. We also saved room for dessert. We tried the Candied Maple Bacon Ice Cream and the Bourbon Butter Cake. The ice cream wasn't really my favourite; I thought the cornflakes were a bit of a strange addition, but my dad enjoyed it. The Bourbon Butter Cake, on the other hand, was delicious and a great way to finish off the meal. Between the beautiful setting, excellent food, great drinks, and friendly service, it's easy to see why Ulele is such a popular Tampa destination. For more food, drink, and travel reviews, check out our YouTube channel A&M Roam!

As a chain they are fairly consistent from each location. There a kind of no frills restaurant and…read morehas a beach/boat dock type vibe. Service is good and the staff friendly and attentive. The seafood boils offer various choices and price points as well as build your own boils for that personal touch. Prices typical of most places that offer these types of seafood. The oysters were a better price point than most places and while they were good sized they lacked any type of flavor, very bland. Everything else was done well.

I believe our server's name was Kai. she was great. I visited this location with my aunt and uncle…read more I ordered the scallops and fries with extra hot hot sauce which apparently everyone raves about from reading other reviews and deservedly so. It's like a soup with hot pepper seeds sunk at the bottom of a pretty large cup. I've never seen that before. The interior is very cozy. Ordered a couple glasses of Merlot. All good vibes here. Strongly recommend.

Casual! Whole fried snapper! Fried Wahoo! Local fish! Full menu, full bar…read more Hookin' Aint Easy Seafood Company is a cool house converted into a fish market and patio with a food truck and a bar with chairs with backs. There's plenty of umbrellaed tables and picnic tables. They have a full menu of apps, seafood, and burgers. Their whole fried snapper is one of our favorite fish, and Hookin' serves a generous serving, perfectly tender and sweet, in a light crispy layer of coating, on a regular soft bun, with lettuce, tomato, and red onion. Their Fried Wahoo is also well-prepared. We got fried, and it was tender and fresh. Both fish came with a heaping serving of hot crispy fries. You could also get either fish blackened, and you could add various veggies as sides. We ordered our food and also picked it up ourselves at the bar. Hookin' can get crowded, especially when they have a live musician, and parking can get pretty tight. It's just off I-275 at 22nd St, in St. Pete Fl east of Gulfport. They keep their social media pretty up-to-date, but we didn't track down a "regular" webpage.

I looked forward to my meal at Hookin' for months. I have never eaten blue crabs from the shell,…read moreand I love whole lobster, so I thought that deconstructing another type of crustacean would be fun. I got off the bus and walked across the street and into the parking lot. It was fairly busy, and I made my way to the patio area, because outside seating only. There was a kind of tiki bar with a line where you go up and get your own alcoholic beverage any time you want. You can eat at the bar or at any of the picnic tables that you pass on the way to a kind of food truck with a window where you order your food and buy bottles of soda and iced tea from a vat full of ice. I loved the vibes right away. I got in line at the "truck". Then it was my turn to order. Well, whaddaya know, they just ran out of blue crabs! And no soft-shell crabs were available as the water they live in is not warm enough yet. But they did have one of my favorite seafood delicacies, stone crab claws, so I ordered those instead, and asked for the mustard sauce instead of melted butter. I also ordered French fries and cole slaw for my sides. And then I ordered one-half dozen raw oysters, because. I was given a little wire stand with a card inserted into the top with my order number on it, to be placed on my table. Then I sauntered over to the bar and ordered an IPA from the busy, bearded and well-tattooed bartender. If you are wearing shades you will be admonished to remove them before paying, and I saw why, as the display on the... pay thingy has excessive polarization. Next I found a good spot in the shade and sipped my beer and checked the place out. Was there music? I think so, but I can't remember! Just all kinds of folks having a good time. Two preschoolers were busily playing in the sand by the main walkway to the food line, and took up most of the path most of the time, but nobody seemed to mind. If you aren't into playing with little trucks in the sand I think there is also corn hole off in one corner. If you don't know what that is, I dare you to look it up. After not too long some plates of food showed up, and I took some pictures and then got busy. First I tried the fries, because they are best when fresh and hot, but the fries were limp and sad. I just let their little ol' hand-cut selves alone. The oysters were served on the half shell on ice, and came with nice hot grated horseradish and cocktail sauce, plenty of lemon wedges, and saltine crackers. They were excellent! Then I turned my attention to the claws, glorious stone crab claws. I noticed that I was given butter instead of mustard sauce. That didn't stop me. But what did slow me down was the lack of a claw-cracker. The claws were pre-cracked a bit, but not in a way that was helpful to get at the meat. And I need leverage to rip the joints apart as my fingers don't work like they used to, so I asked for, and received quickly, a cracker. Some of the claws were on the small side, and the meat in some of the claws was a bit soft-feeling, but it was all pretty tasty. However, they fell short of my previous experiences elsewhere, including when I cooked some at home a few years ago. The cole slaw was very good. The young guy who brought my food and cracker tool was friendly, and quite funny. The woman who took my order was also nice. The bartender was just to busy to be anything but awesome. So all in all, the food was a bit of a letdown. I will try to go back for the crabs, and I saw hush puppies in a photo, that would be better than the fries.