We stopped in here on a whim while exploring the shops nearby and were pleasantly surprised. The…read moreview alone makes it worth a visit, but the food sealed the deal. They had a fresh catch of grouper that day, so we decided to try the grouper nuggets. They're market price, but absolutely worth it. Even our friend preferred them over his fried fish. The batter was light, crispy, and delicious. Our kids ordered the bacon cheese fries and loved them. Just a heads-up: they use a nacho cheese sauce rather than shredded cheese, which some people may prefer to know ahead of time. Our friend from Massachusetts ordered the lobster sub (also market price) and said it was worth every penny. My husband and I split the grouper nuggets and the Philly cheesesteak. The bread is brought in from up north, and our server's recommendation did not disappoint. The sandwich was rich, flavorful, and one of the highlights of the meal. We also tried the onion rings. They use a beer batter, which wasn't our favorite, but that's more of a personal preference than a criticism. Overall, we'd definitely return if we're in the area again. The only downside was parking--$29.99 for two hours is pretty brutal. Thankfully, the food and atmosphere helped make up for it.

My friends Lauren and Kent frequently the area. I recognized it because when I was at there in-laws…read morewaterfront house and this touristy stupid pirate ship came sailing by. So when I found myself six months later back in Johns Pass looking at the same stupid pirate ship, I thought, I bet Lauren and Kent recommend a good place within walking distance since they know the area. They were completely worthless for any kind of recommendation. I asked them about this place and they had never been or even knew its name. All they could tell me about with some bar to go visit around the corner. Clearly they have their priorities. Had the fried clams and some shrimp. They were good. It's pretty hard to screw up fried stuff.... I think I should've ordered one of the sandwiches, they looked much better. Service was great. Kept my drink refilled and we were very attentive.

What a wonderful place. Great service, great fun and great ale & oysters. More than I I expected.read more

Tucked away behind the German-American Hall in Pinellas Park, this spot is a bit tricky to find,…read morebut absolutely worth the effort. Once you're in, you're greeted by a genuinely friendly staff and some of the freshest seafood you'll find in the area -- brought straight down from Maine. The fried oysters were perfectly cooked and full of flavor, and pairing them with a Blonde Crush beer was a fantastic choice. Great food, great people, and a laid‑back atmosphere that makes you want to come back. Highly recommend.

I'm really at a loss for words. So I'll just tell you about the Greek Salad with tuna salad…read more A square plate ( always hard to eat from) with old soggy greens, mealy tomato's, no dressing and cow patty of the nastiest tuna salad, perhaps better used for mortar. After dropping the plates out server disappeared for 30 minutes. When she finally returned and saw the uneaten food she quickly apologized for not checking on us and removed the items from our bill. What this tells me is no one is paying attention in the kitchen. Had they, they never would have served this garbage. Hey Owner, how you do anything is how you do everything. I know what you're doing. Shameful Oh, remember my rule about the filth they show you isn't half as bad as what you don't see. Check out the rear of the restaurant. Out in the open for all to see. Again shameful

Always loved Backwaters one of my go to restaurants So we…read morethought we try their new restaurant in Redington Beach Went on Thursday night for prime rib. I was very disappointed I ordered my prime rib, medium rare, and it came out gray. My baked potato was cold. My husband enjoyed his meal. He had the captains platter however his baked potato was also cold tasted like they were warmed up from the day before. I am not sure I will go back

Againnnn had an amazing meal! Had the special tacos of the night and was able to get a delicious…read moreand fresh side salad! Love this place more and more ever time I visit!

This is a hidden gem in Bay Pines. Stopped by on my way home this Sunday, and it was packed. Got…read morethe catch of the day tacos, they had just run out of grouper, so I had blackened mahi. Delicious! And only $13. Friendly staff and plenty of parking.

From the homey atmosphere to the friendly waitstaff and AMAZING food - would highly recommend…read moremaking sure you stop by during your travels to st Pete's

I'll lead with my concluding comment from my dinner last night: "I think this is the best snapper…read moreI've ever eaten." (As a Florida resident, I've had quite a lot!) Snappers was packed at 6:30pm on a Tuesday night. However, as it was late July, we were able to get a table outside right away. There are fans to help with the heat, and it's well ventilated so there was a nice breeze. Our server was prompt and friendly. The menu was seafood with an Asian flair. We started with the crab stuffed portobello (probably the weakest part of the meal) and delicious coconut shrimp. After that, our entrees came with salads, which were also great (tortilla chips and a zesty dressing made it more fun than your usual house salad, but it didn't feel too decadent). I got the snapper, which was served over coconut rice and with a delicious curry sauce and mango chutney. The curry reminded me more of thinner Japanese curry versus Indian or Thai, which I loved. The snapper itself was a nicely-sized piece and was cooked/seasoned perfectly with a hint of spice. The coconut sticky rice was so addictive!! The sweetness of the mango chutney just made each bite a wonderful flavor explosion. I would 100% recommend this dish. My husband got the coconut cashew crusted mahi, which was also excellent (and another huge portion of fish). It seems like you can't go wrong here with a fish dish!

Food was great. My mom and I got the carne asada tacos and they were amazing. Grandmother and wife…read moregot fish and said it was "pretty good". We got Bloody Marys and they weren't good. Filled with seasoning, felt like I was drinking out of a pepper shaker. And they did not come with the shrimp skewer as advertised, never got an explanation on that. The restaurant is pretty. But our server Kaylee's attitude was not. Never smiled once. Checked on us twice with a thumbs up? And never stopped long enough at the table to know if we needed anything.

Very delicious seafood plus the servers are really kind and attentive We had the sandwiches can't…read moreremember the name unfortunately but it was soo good I did order the 2nd and 3rd

We decided to have dinner here. When we arrived we were seated right away outside with a great view…read moreof the water. They had a gluten-free menu with lots of options, which was really nice. When I asked about their gluten-free precautions, our server reassured me that the chefs take it very seriously and are very careful when preparing gluten-free meals. We ordered the shrimp ceviche and seared ahi tuna for appetizers, and both were delicious! For our meals, I had Doc's paella, my daughter had the mahi-mahi with jasmine rice and vegetables, my son had the panko shrimp with fries, and my husband had the macadamia nut-crusted grouper with vegetables and rice. Everything came out fairly quickly and tasted good. Everyone in our party liked their food except my daughter she said her fish had zero seasoning or flavor, the service was great, and I really appreciated the care they took with gluten-free precautions.

Drinks were so so, my friend was sure there was no alcohol in it!…read moreShrimp Fritters were well done! We asked our server if the French fries were any good? We like crispy he said they were good. They were not,coleslaw was forgettable. She had the lobster roll, and was disappointed. I had jumbo shrimp with panko coating to well done, but they were Jumbo and plenty of them. Tons of seating inside and outside

So nice we had to visit TWICE…read more The coconut crusted mahi mahi was a highlight. It was soft and fully coated with obviously real coconut - not sugared or overly sweet. It was a huge fillet, which makes up for having some smaller sides. I'll let you in on a little secret, I only eat fish when it's locally caught and fresh and this was worth it 100%. The house salad with Pima colada dressing has me imagining how to make this dressing at home. Sweet and creamy and easily coating every leaf. The bread at the start of the meal for a disproportionate amount of attention from my family. It was served hot, with garlic and maybe other seasonings across the top, and generous sides of butter. Our initial server, Kyle, kept the bread flowing for us until the meal came and it was fantastic. We gave the potato skins a try, and they were delicious! My family ironically isn't huge conch / shelled fish eaters so the rest of the appetizers didn't suit us much and this was a lil Midwest taste while on vacation. We returned to try the jalapeño crusted grouper and were again very satisfied. Totally different than the coconut mahi, it's savory and well flavored but leaves you far from begging for water. The fish is thick and flaky and the sauce was similar to a bang bang sauce to pair it all together. The favorite sides were loaded baked potato and garlic smashed potatoes! I'd say it's a must visit during your trip to Madeira !

We came on Sunday afternoon 8/2- and the experience was negative starting with waiting 15 minutes…read morefor someone to wait on us - (THEY WERE NOT BUSY AT ALL! )there was one other table with people in that side of the restaurant. We approached 2 people to assist us - there were literally 5 servers walking around doing nothing but no one knew who had our section . We should have left but had driven 30 minutes to get there. Server was nice once he appeared. Food was awful and overpriced for the quality of food. Used to be one of our favorites- will never go back

Shrimpy's Blues Bistro is such a great spot if you're looking for a relaxed waterfront seafood…read morerestaurant. The atmosphere was laid-back and the service was excellent from start to finish. We started with the jambalaya as an appetizer, and it was incredibly fresh, flavorful, and the perfect way to kick off the meal. For my entrée, I ordered the blackened shrimp tacos, which were delicious and packed with flavor. My husband had the catch of the day sandwich with fresh snapper, and he really enjoyed it as well. Everything tasted fresh, the portions were generous, and the quality was fantastic. We'll definitely be back the next time we're at the beach. Highly recommend if you're craving fresh seafood in a casual waterfront setting!

We had lunch at Shrimpy's Blues Bistro during our visit to St. Pete Beach last Wednesday. There…read moreweren't many customers when we arrived, probably because it was still a weekday. Although the restaurant has beautiful waterfront seating, we chose to sit inside since it was very hot outside. We started with the Louisiana Seafood Gumbo (bowl, $13.97), which was delicious. The Chicken Wings ($13.89 for 6 pieces) were outstanding and crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside. They were definitely my favorite dish of the meal. We also tried the Shrimp-N-Grits ($27.97), which was a unique combination of Argentine red shrimp, creamy cheese grits, sausage, tomatoes, scallions, and other ingredients. It was flavorful and different from anything we've had before. The Jambalaya ($21.93) was just okay. It had plenty of ingredients, but it was a little too salty for my taste. The service was excellent, and the staff were friendly and attentive. The restaurant also has a full bar and, I believe, live music in the evenings, making it a great place to relax. We'll definitely come back the next time we're in St. Pete Beach.

Excellent food, service, environment and staff! Went looking for oysters and were not disappointed…read moreat all. They were fresh and juicy and not just in flavor, size too. Also got their popular smash burger and was very satisfied being an avid Burger connoisseur if I do say so myself. Grilled and seasoned well with my group comparing it to a Krabby Patty with its pleasant presentation. Lastly, couldn't have asked for better staff! Almost felt like having a meal with old friends with how friendly they all were. Environment was very casual with a seaside shack vibe while being cozy and comfortable.

There's something comforting about a classic, no-frills seafood spot by the water, and Shells…read moreSeafood delivers exactly that. This is the kind of place that feels like it's been around forever, in the best way. Spacious for the area, lively without being chaotic, and backed by attentive service that keeps things moving even when it's busy. The menu is extensive, and then just when you think you've seen it all, there's a specials board tucked away with even more to choose from. If you can time your visit right, Tuesday is the move. They run a buy one pound, get one pound half off deal on snow crab legs, and it's easily one of the best values around. The snow crab legs are fresh and satisfying, and the Dungeness crab holds its own as well. Both pair perfectly with their rich, drawn butter, simple but done right. Portion sizes here are no joke. The shrimp skewers are almost excessive in the best way. Three skewers loaded with roughly eight shrimp each, so you're looking at around two dozen shrimp total, all a solid medium-large size. It's the kind of dish that makes you pause when it hits the table. The shrimp pasta is another standout and clearly a house favorite. It's packed with flavor and easily one of the more memorable dishes on the menu. Good enough that ordering a second one to-go actually makes sense. The clam chowder, though, was the one miss. While it's loaded with plenty of clam meat and has a hearty base, there's a slightly smoky flavor that throws it off. If you're a chowder fan, it might not hit the mark. Probably something to skip next time. As for the crab cakes, they passed a pretty tough test. A Maryland native at the table gave them a strong approval, which says a lot. Pro tip: Get there early, ideally around lunch, if you want to lock in that snow crab deal. It's popular, and you don't want to risk missing out. Overall, this is a reliable, crowd-pleasing seafood spot that leans into big portions, solid execution, and a relaxed coastal vibe. Whether you're a local or just visiting St. Pete Beach, it's an easy recommendation and definitely worth a return trip.