We showed up with a party of 12. We had never been here before. The staff were very friendly & courteous. The view was great. The drinks and food were outstanding. Highly recommend enjoying an afternoon at The Grouper Shack in St. Augustine Florida. Big groups or a party of two they can accommodate you. Sit down enjoy your favorite beverage order a delicious meal and watch the marine life. 10 out of 10 recommend. read more

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

Job details on indeed is false. They don't offer anything listed for starters. The pay is up to 18, and if you started with 19 they will keep you at 19. They schedule people based on their needs not availability. The food and or service however isn't bad of course with people like myself and fellow staff members I've previously worked with at other kitchens. read more

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

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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Wasn't expecting to pay upfront for the food and tip. Not sure of the expectation ordering Crab Legs but I would expect them to be steamed when they arrive so they're hot when they're eaten. Not with this restaurant. 1st of the 2 pounds didn't crack. Had to tear to open. 2nd I was able to crack. Oddly the butter was slightly warm. Some of the legs had almost no meat inside the leg. Very disappointing. Best time is before or after12-2pm. Difficulty getting seated. You don't have a server like typical restaurant. The downside was being next to the kitchen door. Loud and distracting. There was a lady that did help with getting us a table. Much appreciated. Not sure if I would return or recommend. 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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Everything!! Grouper, shrimp, crab cakes, royal reds, crab legs! You name it, it was delicious!! Highly recommend!! Fast and friendly service!! read more

Grouper Shack - Inside bar area. - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

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This place is a GEM! The food the service and ambience is incredible! The pricing is amazing and one of the few places in St Augustine that's really reasonable for seafood. My husband is from Puerto Rico and is a super huge fan of whole fried red grouper and this restaurant really specializes in that! We both ordered this dish when we came for the fried red grouper. We ate on the back deck and loved our view. We cannot say enough about the perfection of how the fish was fried and that it was the perfect size so that to not be stuffed. There are so many gorgeous places to take amazing photos walking in, while at dinner and leaving. If you are with kids, you can walk them down to the boardwalk -amongst the salt marsh to find wild birds while waiting for dinner to be brought to your table. But you have to be quick! Dinner comes quickly. I love this set up of ordering at the counter and someone runs your food to you. The vibe is super casual and on the salt marsh like REAL FLORIDA!! Enjoy the sunset colors so time your dinner right. On the plus side there were no bugs!! Many people were there just to sit at the really cool gigantic bar area! read more

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Absolutely, the view, the breeze, the fishing boats coming in and out with their catch. I had Gulf oysters in May. Ha! But I did see other dishes all looked very well presented. Good music, young, able crowd management. I will return. read more

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 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

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

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

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I ordered the grouper basket fully expecting a full fried fish, but ended up with fried filets. Had I known I would have just went with the appetizer. For less of the price I would have received the same thing. Other than the gal at the counter where you order your food there really isn't any customer service. Order your food sit down and wait. Food is good it's a great place to pull up your boat and have a quick bite. There's not much seating in side and outside has only 16 tables. It is nice and quiet I'm here on lunch so there's no kids running around. I see a lot of new comers so I'm only guessing most people don't come back for a second or third time. Of course I'm willing to give anything a second chance, but it's not bad at all. Atmosphere is relaxing. Drinks are really good. read more

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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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Shoutout to our local community heroes like Scott, Crystal, and staff! This venue is a St Augustine treasure chest full of amazing food, refreshing drinks, happy patrons, personable staff, and true tropical Florida vibes! I love the laidback atmosphere and seaside shack chillin' flow. A well rounded menu from amazing raw oysters to fried grouper sandwiches. The comfort is well represented from conch fritters to greens to macaroni and cheese. The quality is superb and is the consistent! The bartenders are so lively, professional, and welcoming. The bartenders is the spot to sit if you want table service, if not just order at the front ordering counter and they bring the food out to the table. It is a beautiful venue to sit on the deck and absorb the atmosphere. There's also seating inside dining area. The staff is attentive, friendly, and they work like oiled machine. The entire meal was a fun treat and a great way to spend time making memories together. We loved it so much that we went two weeks in a row!! Picturesque views and photo ops are always free.... Taste the Love!! read more

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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

Went here on a suggestion from a Facebook page. What a great suggestion!! Went at lunchtime. Had the blackened grouper basket. Fish was so fresh, the waffle fries were perfect and the Cole slaw was great. Had a margarita and a Paloma and both were made well. Highly recommend taking the time to check it out. 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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First time to Grouper shack. Sat at the bar. 2 bartenders. Girl in pink ( Patricia?) shirt with black hair not to friendly. Honestly, both bartenders need to maybe find new jobs. They seemed like everyone was bothering them. Atmosphere was beautiful. Food, crab legs and royal red shrimp were amazing but the seafood chowder was like someone dumped the salt shaker in it. I sent it back and got the chowder , which was really good. First impression when you walk in you have to order your food and then try to find a table outside or inside. I mean it's nice but it's different but we sat at the bar and there was no welcome in feeling. That was my first impression. read more

We got our order to go at a busy time, so we were happy to wait. The place was packed, people were getting feisty over seating. We did wait about 30 mins but it was fantastic. Ordered a grouper basket and a shrimp basket, both grilled, and a garden salad. The cocktail sauce is perfect, the shrimp was amazing, and the grouper was delicious. The salad was fresh and light, and not just lettuce. Hands down a top tier good eats location for people who want good food over bougie plates. read more

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

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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We were greeted at the counter by a friendly employee who was knowledgeable about the menu and answered all our questions. I'd been wanting fresh fish so I got the Red Fish fresh catch. The fish was delicious! Exactly what I was looking for. My mom was so happy with her fries that she got a second order. Note that if you upgrade your sides ($2 each) it's a bigger portion than the fries and coleslaw the baskets come with. All the employees were friendly, including the food runners and manager. It was too cold to eat outside and the indoor seating was a bit limited, so I would get there early. I will definitely be back to try more fresh fish. **Though you order at the counter and not the table, the employees are all paid tip wage so keep that in mind when tipping. read more

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So far a good experience. There is extra parking (on your left) before you get to the marina and the restaurant. Limited parking at the restaurant. You order first and pay. They give you a tracker that you place on your table. Some indoor seating more on their deck. Today it's a bit windy. A large bar area. There are five in our group we brought a fifth chair over to our table. Staff is friendly. Now the food. Compared to other places I feel the amount of fish you get is a bit on the small serving size. Fish was good. People in our group had grilled and blackened fish. Coleslaw excellent. Fries have been sitting for a bit - crunchy but hard. I mentioned the fries to the manager- they are challenging their fries - they are freshly prepared but come out hard - glad they are working on improving things. Outstanding views. Friendly staff. Will try again. It's a 4/5. read more

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

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Just discovered this hidden gem today! Excellent food, casual atmosphere staffed well, and an idyllic waterfront location The trifecta! I'll be back there, and ti to he adjacent sister facility, the Boat House read more

Yummy fresh seafood. Cheerful, attentive staff. Reasonable prices. Great views from f the intracoastal. Order at the counter and your food will be dropped at your table hot and fresh. Self serve soft drinks. Beer, wine and cocktails available. There's a large bar , tables indoors and patio seating. read more

Grouper Shack - The view from the restaurant - Seafood Near Me - St. Augustine, Florida

Staff was very friendly and attentive, especially manager Scott who made us feel so welcome! Food was delicious and the restaurant was so clean and cute! read more

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

Great local place to hang out, enjoy the view, eat great fish for a reasonable price. Full bar. Manager checks on customers to ensure you are having a great experience. It is self service though. Order food at counter, find a table and food delivered to your table. Or get full service at the bar. read more

If it was all about the food I'd give it 5 stars. But it was the rest of the stuff I took away a star for. Between the three of us we had shrimp, mahi and crab cakes. They were all excellent. The only issue for us was we could have liked a little less salt/seasoning. But that's nitpicking because as I said, they were excellent. They came with fries and Cole slaw. I'm not a big waffle fry guy but these were good. The coleslaw was good as well, just not enough of it. It came in one of those little plastic cups. Prices for this day and age we are in were reasonable. There was plenty of food for the amount charged. The location is a bit sketchy driving in but the reward is the view. Amazing. Parking was very scarce however. As is the seating. There isn't much. Your goal should be an outside seat for the view. Inside seemed very cramped and noisy. Luckily we were able to get outside after sitting inside for a while. But since there are so few seats and everyone wants outside, if you are sitting out there you'll have to try and ignore the hoverers drooling for your seat it can be a bit awkward. The last negative was the wait for food. It was busy so kinda understandable but still longer than I'd expect. You order at the counter and they bring it to your table. Be sure to ask for anything in that initial interaction because if you don't you might not see them again. Overall we really liked it and will most likely be back. read more

Great food, location, friendly helpful staff and very professional Try the lobster bisque, delicious read more

Really loved the beautiful outdoor seating and view! We came for dinner and drinks, and they truly have so many fun and yummy drink options! We all tried a basket and the price was a bit high for the little food that we got. I was a bit surprised to only get a small screwer of shrimp and grouper. The grouper was very good and the shrimp was seasoned well, but came out slightly cold. The service was quick, with a walk up counter to order. Would recommend for a nice outdoor meal! read more

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I' ve owned 5 seafood markets and I can testify that the grouper sandwich was as fresh as any that I have ever eaten and I grew up in Homestesd and the Keys. They also use fresh oysters in their seafood basket. I would highly recommend this restaurant to any seafood lover. Also the manager( Scott) made sure that everything was to our satisfaction. I'll be back!!!!! read more

So, great. We were a large group eating outside. Outstanding view. Seafood gumbo, lobster bisque, grouper showing, grilled whole grouper and more: very good. Super friendly people from order to table and exit. Love the place read more

Our party of four came in for dinner on a cool Sunday evening after golf. This was our first visit. The crowd was starting to build but the ordering process was very efficient. After finding a booth inside we enjoyed views of the water while we waited for our food to be presented. Everything we had on this visit was very good. Our table tried a Pain Killer, a Dirty Banana drink, corn fritters, corn bread, shrimp basket, grouper BLT, shrimp and scallop basket and fried cod basket. Portions were large for the price and delicious. We will be back! read more

New, trendy seafood joint in StA. Lots of choices in seafood and it all seemed fresh and good according to my group. Basic beer on tap (not a bad thing), lots of tropical and boat drinks as well. We had the the combos- grouper & shrimp and trigger and grouper and we were all very pleased with our meals. If we had any complaints it would be be that the smoked fish app came out with the meal instead of first, we had to go and search out condiments (tartar sauce & ranch) and the waffle fries...ehh, could've been a few more per basket. To be fair it was largely based on customer participation, for lack of a better word, kinda like dining at a hybrid fast food place where you order and the food is delivered to your table. You order in a line at the front, make your drinks, get a buzzer and wait to have your food delivered to you table and that's it. The best part is that the fish is fresh and good and the lack of server to table interaction and service isn't part of the menu which makes it different but that's the model. So it is very casual, very laid back and if you want something, you're likely gonna have to look for it yourself by design. read more

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Came by dinghy and lots of dockage. Great service and friendly staff and other guests. Menu is pretty plain but good quality and large portions. Amazing views to the water. All in all we will be back !! read more

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

Stopped into Grouper Shack for a few snacks. Ordered the fried crab claws, the corn nuggets and the blackened grouper bites. The food was good with the blackened grouper bites being really good. Would love to try it as a sandwich next time. read more

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Would give 0 starts if I could but you have to have at least 1 star to post a review . Let's start off with the fact that everyone's consistently fighting for a table as they have a first come first come first serve policy which makes it almost impossible when they are busy to order food and then get a table so you spend an hour waiting for a table before you place an order an the wait 1.5-2 hours for your food . Now on to the food , we ordered and waited and waited and waited . 2 hours to get our food , the kitchen cannot turn food over quick enough . Wahoo sandwich - fish was dry , soggy roll had no flavor Crab legs - full of water overcooked Ahi tuna - horrible Prices are definitely not worth the headache at all save yourself the time and find a good local owned spot in town . read more

First time at Grouper Shack and we loved it. Grouper basket was delicious. Couldn't be happier

Food was tasty but we feel was a bit pricey for the quality given in the shrimp tacos. The clam chowder was tasty but too many potatoes for the amount of soup. read more