Don't be fooled about the look of this place. I say that as we saw several folks walk up and leave. Little did they know I was enjoying the best grouper nuggets and grouper sandwich I have ever had!! They have a sauce that's mind blowing. The service is extremely friendly and on top of their game. It's a small, quaint place with good vibes. Sit at the counter and the view is great. Don't be the one that walks by and misses out on a fantastic meal!!!! Enjoy! read more

This is a must stop at when we are in town. Their food has been consistent for the 10+ years that we've been coming down here. When we get into town, they're always our first stop for lunch. They have a pretty extensive menu of options, but our go to is the fried grouper sandwich with American cheese and no lettuce or tomato. Our other go to is the lobster roll. Now this go around we did notice the lobster was more shredded than it was chunks which is what we've seen previously so that was a bit of a change, but overall, it was still good. We've had the onion rings before but this go round we decided to share a side of french fries and we did ask for them crispy. They were perfect. Be prepared to wait though as this location is super small and if you come during a busy season or around that lunchtime period you're most likely going to have to wait. This is not a great location for large groups. If you have more than five people in your group this is probably not the best location for you as they cannot seat more than one large group at a time. But, one thing we did notice is that you can walk up and order to go. That's a great option to have and something we may take advantage of in the future. read more

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We were not seated and left feeling dismissed and unwelcome. When we arrived, there was no one outside managing the waitlist, so we wrote our name down and waited while standing in the shade. When the host came out, she stated that she needed to "clear the area." While we understand the need to manage space, the request was directed at us and was delivered in an unpleasant, dismissive tone. She then said there would be about a 25-minute wait and that there were parties ahead of us, which we understood and accepted. However, we were later told that despite being on the list, we would not be seated because there was "no way to contact us" when our turn came and that we needed to remain in one specific spot. Given that no instructions or staff were present when we arrived, this explanation was confusing and felt inconsistent. The interaction gave the clear impression that we were not welcome to wait or dine there, so we chose to leave. Dining out should feel respectful and inclusive, and unfortunately, that was not our experience here. read more

This was our first stop when arriving in Madeira Beach by design. We absolutely love the lobster rolls and were not disappointed. They were just as amazing as we remembered. We also tried the grouper nuggets as an appetizer and were surprised at how great they were - fresh, well seasoned, and very tasty! Our servers were friendly, knowledgeable, and very accommodating. We will certainly be back. read more

We enjoyed eating here. It is a small place. The service was top notch. We think the prices matched the quality of food. Highly recommend eating here. read more

The Boardwalk Grill - Seafood Near Me - Madeira Beach, Florida

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If you want a fabulous lobster roll this is the place to go!! The place is cozy - small with limited seating but I promise you'll be greeted by a smiling server who will gladly give you advice and take your order. Go early and go often. We went with 5 people, 3 of us got the lobster rolls (totally amazing!) 1got the fried shrimp (you get sooo many!) and 1 got fried clams. Be sure to have some onion rings and some fries too! read more

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The servers were pretty standard. Didn't smile much, just there to get your orders and fill your drinks every once in a while. The ambience is cramped due to lack of space. The Philly cheesesteak and bowl were pretty lackluster. It honestly wasn't that expensive though so you kinda pay for what you get I guess, haha. We probs won't be coming back. read more

The Boardwalk Grill - Philly Cheesesteak Fry - Seafood Near Me - Madeira Beach, Florida

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Take it from a born and raised Pennsylvania girl, their Philly cheese steaks were AMAZING!! Even had Amoroso Rolls!!! The onion rings were the size of a donut and delicious! One of the best Lobster rolls I've ever had! Only took about 3 years to find a place that comes close to PA's cheesesteaks, We will be back! read more

The Boardwalk Grill - Onion rings - Seafood Near Me - Madeira Beach, Florida

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Y'all are gonna wanna buckle up for this review. We walk up to the restaurant and I'm getting ready to tear up some tacos. The guy at the front tells us it'll be about twenty minutes, I'm cool with that because right across from us is no other than a beautiful inter-coastal waterway. I'm standing there with my mother and my sister watching the people in the jet skis drive in circles when my mom hands me the menu. I look at it trying to decide what I want, when I get a little sleepy. Next thing I know I'm on the ground and my mom is all concerned thinking I just fell. Maybe cause I did. After my couple second nap the guy who was hosting handed me a complementary glass of water, a wet towel, and a chair. (I can not guarantee this is something they serve to everyone) A waitress hands me a free glass of orange juice. We got three different options for a table to sit at to accommodate my sudden onset illness. Once seated, they continue to check on me. The food is placed in front of me. Much to my sadness I did not get a taco because I did not feel I would be able to eat it. I opted for a BLT as this seemed to be a meal I could conquer. I was in fact unable to conquer it at the time. However I took it home and it was the best BLT I've ever consumed, mind you, a few hours after it was made. My family, who was able to eat their food said it was "a treat and a treasure." Now I would never recommend someone to faint in front of a restaurant, however if you do, I implore you to select this one, if the boot fits. This was way better than the time I passed out at my brothers basic graduation, definitely my favorite fainting experience 10/10. Huge shoutout to everyone present, including the CPR certified lady who was a fellow customer. read more

This was unexpectedly and by far our best meal while on a weekend staycation in Treasure Island area! You'd never think this tiny, unassuming spot in John's Pass would have such quality and delicious food. It's very east coast feeling- their most popular offering is the lobster roll, and for good reason. It's gigantic and SO good. But everything we tried was really good. The Boardwalk Grill is super small, so there was a wait when we got there and I'm assuming most days there are, but wow was it worth it. Even the fried clam bites I got were so fresh and yummy. I will surely come back again for the shrimp tacos and lobster roll. What this place lacks in personality/ aesthetic it more than makes up for in what they serve!! read more

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Right on the Johns Pass Boardwalk- this little place is a yummy stop! It is tiny but has inside and outside seating with a real beach feel. The staff work together to make sure everyone is taken care of. We just wanted a little snack so my son and I split the Boardwalk Philly Fries- these were fresh cut potato fries with a huge mound of Philly meat, nacho cheese and grilled onions- WAY yummy and WAY more than enough! Nice stop on the Boardwalk! read more

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The Boardwalk Grill id the best food, the best people and the best place for beer in John's Pass. Yes, it's small, yes, you'll probably have to wait for a table, but it's worth every single minute. Grab a beer while you wait, watch for dolphins, watch the boats and jet ski's and prepared yourself for delicious food. Sit inside, sit on the boardwalk, immerse yourself in the beauty of John's Pass. It's repeatable. It's delicious. It's the best. read more

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We shamefully came in thirty minutes before closing but the staff greeted us like we were the first customers of the day. We had the lobster rolls, fries and onion rings which were the best HANDS DOWN. So much buttery lobster, fries were hot and fresh, onion rings crispy and the onion didn't fall out when you take a bite. A couple days later we returned (today) and they welcomed us back like old friends. I can't rave enough about this place. Cozy, comfortable seating with a great view. Everything was clean and ordering was quick (thank you Jasmine!) If you're looking around, don't think twice about it just go. read more

The food was good and the view was wonderful. It wasn't busy when we went for dinner. You can sit inside or outside on the water and it's a small place. Service was good. The shrimp tacos were great. The fish poboy was good, but a bit too much bread/garnish to fish ratio. The Mac salad was alright, but I wouldn't get again. The onion rings were good. I thought we'd want more food, but we were both stuffed a little bit leftover. read more

The Boardwalk Grill - Fish tacos and macaroni salad. The tacos had huge chunks of fish! They were good. Mac salad was okay - Seafood Near Me - Madeira Beach, Florida

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Service was friendly. Restaurant was clean. We ordered the fish and chips . It was enough for 2 . Grouper was the fish. The fish was not drained ( very greasy) . The grouper wasn't soft and flaky. The seasoned fries were perfectly crispy and delicious. Cole slaw was good. Wish we had got the lobster. Everything usually is great. read more

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We love coming here! Staff is always on point. Food is amazing. We had an hour wait, but we did not mind at all. read more

The Boardwalk Grill - The best "veggie donuts" around. - Seafood Near Me - Madeira Beach, Florida

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A server at another restaurant said we had to go here for the Lobster Rolls, so we made a little day trip to the boardwalk and snagged one of the 2 outside tables. The service was excellent, the people watching was fun, and the LR was my first and best! We also had the clam strips, which we equally enjoyed. We will go here again when we visit the area, and we don't often do return visits! A treat in local and quay-side cuisine. read more

The Boardwalk Grill - Lobster Roll extraordinaire! - Seafood Near Me - Madeira Beach, Florida

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It's a small joint. Service was quick. Grouper nuggets were yummy. We ordered the Cajun fish tacos. I wish they were spicier but they were still good. Fun spot to people watch and see some dolphins. read more

The Boardwalk Grill - Cajun grouper taco - Seafood Near Me - Madeira Beach, Florida

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Had to add photos of our second visit. Also outstanding and also beat the crowd by arriving about 5 pm. Line grew quickly after we were seated again. Love the cheesesteak! And fries still the best in the area. read more

The Boardwalk Grill - Seafood Near Me - Madeira Beach, Florida

Still a fantastic lobster roll. Don't let the long line scare you off. Unfortunately, they don't have a texting system where you can put your name on the waitlist and they text you. Instead, they tell you how long the wait seems to be and you can wander off and then come back. They told us 20 minutes on a weekday around noon, so you can tell this place is popular. Instead of walking off though I saw everyone else leaving and decided to stay. This ended up being a good decision, because we were seated about 10 minutes later and people before us came back and were seated after. I got the lobster roll, like always, and coleslaw. It is absolutely delicious. There are huge chunks of lobster and the bun is small so it isn't overwhelming. My husband got the chicken parmesan. The sandwich was pretty good, I'm not a huge fan of the fries, they were basic fries to me. I'll stick with my lobster roll. Inside is pretty small so that's why there's a wait. There aren't many people working here so they do get slammed. We waited for a while to get our check, but this place is so worth it. We parked in the parking garage for John's Pass, because there wasn't any parking up and down the main street. This place is always amazing. I highly recommend it. read more

This is the second time I've been here (I live in Utah) and I think it's such a great place to grab lunch or dinner after enjoying time at the beach! They have great sandwiches, salads, drinks, and more. One of my favorite things to get is the fried Oreos and fried grouper!! Yum. Service is awesome. The people that work here are extremely kind. Gotta love the Boardwalk Grill! read more

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Great small casual place right on boardwalk with great view. We had chef salad & lobster roll. The chef salad was fresh & generous. The lobster roll was 99% lobster with small amount of celery & dressing to give crunch and hold it together. The bun was lightly buttered & toasted. Service was great read more

The Boardwalk Grill - Lobster Roll - Seafood Near Me - Madeira Beach, Florida

Cool little restaurant on the boardwalk at John's Pass. We had a great meal; the fresh grouper fish-n-chips, onion rings, cole slaw, and the lobster roll were highlights fir us. Really nice service staff who were attentive and responsive. would come again! read more

The Boardwalk Grill - Lobster roll - real good! - Seafood Near Me - Madeira Beach, Florida

I'm not a big fan of most restaurants near the beach. The Boardwalk is better than most. We went on a Friday mid-afternoon and the server was really nice but overwhelmed. He was the only one serving all of the parties (approx 15 tables). The two parties next to us had complaints for the manager. Our food was good but it took a long time to get service. We enjoyed a lobster roll and tuna melt. We had mozzarella sticks as an appetizer. The food was pretty good quality but the poor service overwhelmed the food quality. We will go back to try their Philly Cheesesteak and hopefully get better service read more

Great food and prices. Awesome service and view. Groupers tacos are awesome. The boardwalk is cool to walk. read more

Two customers said the lobster rolls were great. They looked very good; $33 for one. We were a party of two for lunch and ordered fish tacos. Meh. Mushy grilled fish, lukewarm, served on a cold, floppy tortilla. (A tortilla brushed with butter and heated one moment on the grill would have greatly upped the flavor.) Instant ice tea. And yes, they had coffee on premises but " it was made this morning," said the waitress. We had a little tossed salad served in a cardboard hamburger-boat container and a small order of onion rings. Our bill was $50, pre-tip. We don't mind paying for good food, but this fare was definitely not worth the price of admission. read more

Great food and service, excellent grouper sandwich! We went 3 times on our recent vacation.

Nice small place on the boardwalk....the food was fresh and hot!!! The season fries were perfecto read more

The Boardwalk Grill - Shrimp Basket - Seafood Near Me - Madeira Beach, Florida

From Long Island, so lobster rolls are a staple. Good: 1) correct bread. I will either do a heavily buttered Hawaiian bun or Texas toast roll. They went for the Texas toast roll. 2) There was plenty of lobster and it tasted great. Meh: Where it missed for me was the dryness, either butter or a mayo'y type of coating would have made this justtttt right. You can hack this by putting the Mac salad ($3 extra) on top/inside. Price: $30 is the market price we paid. Sides are extra. I would say this is about right but still always tough. Vibe: classic boardwalk/east coast feel. It smells like fish outside, they listen to the music THEY like. Which...mad respect. I grew up like this, so it's the chill vibe I identify with. Service is also east coast style, polite but straight to the point. read more

The Boardwalk Grill - Seafood Near Me - Madeira Beach, Florida

This place has the best Grouper sandwich and the grilled grouper tacos were good. However... the Fish and Chips were the worst I have ever had. The batter was super greasy and the fish was tasteless. I'd go back for the other food but definitely not the Fish and Chips. read more

Awesome little spot on the board walk. Watch dolphins and manatee swim by as you enjoy your food on the deck. Grouper tacos are very good! Honest staff as I left my debit card there and they set it aside for me to come pick up the next day. Only giving four stars because the tacos don't come with any sides not even coleslaw. For the price at least throw a pickle in the basket. read more

The Boardwalk Grill - Cajun grouper tacos - Seafood Near Me - Madeira Beach, Florida

I've been eating dinner with the family at Boardwalk for over 10 years! We always get the fish tacos, lobster roll and Philly cheesesteak! It's a great place to walk around both before and after dinner. read more

The Boardwalk Grill - Favorite restaurant for a low-key dinner with a great view. - Seafood Near Me - Madeira Beach, Florida

it's located on boardwalk has beautiful view. They offer indoor and outdoor seating but there's only three tables for outside. I loved the view and were located. We ordered the fish taco shrimp taco lobster roll, bacon and cheese fries! I wanted order grilled cheese, bacon and tomato style but we had enough food. All our food were really really good. BF liked shrimp taco a lot. Again, everything was all good, again I'm over eating again today! I'd like this restaurants food for lunch rather than dinner read more

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Excellent food and service. Casual waterfront atmosphere. I highly recommend the blackened grouper sandwich. read more

You would be a fool not to eat here. The food is fresh and delicious. Service on a Friday afternoon during lunch was excellent it's small inside but they have some tables outside. I travel to this area yearly and make it a point to grab the best fried grouper sandwich around. Don't forget about the fries absolutely amazing. read more

The Boardwalk Grill - Grouper sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Madeira Beach, Florida

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Delicious food! Sandwiches were huge and tasty. Staff were attentive and welcoming. Highly recommend!

Best lobster rolls in town. Hidden gem and super low key but amazing food. This is now a must go for me if I am at John's pass. Next time I'll have to take a picture of their lobster roll. read more

The lobster roll is a 5 .. grouper sandwich is barely a 2 .. heavy corn meal breading which is just weighs the fish down .. fried way too long .. onion rings are decent not great .. parking is ridiculous at 12.45 so you make sure you don't get a ticket .. there are much better places to eat with free parking in my opinion . Service was extremely slow and wasn't busy . The boardwalk view is nice but again better places with better food and free parking . read more

The Boardwalk Grill - 5 star lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Madeira Beach, Florida

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Best service we've had on this trip. Miranda, our server, and the guy running the place were amazing. Grouper nuggets and a couple of drinks were fabulous. Love this place! read more

This is a little hidden gem conveniently located along the boardwalk. We stopped in here after checking yelp recommendations. There was 6 of us and we were immediately seated and served. It's a small dining area but it's a good place to relax and get a bite to eat after walking or fishing out in the heat. Onion rings are huge. The breading stays on them to create the perfect bite of breading and onion each time Cheese sticks are packed full of cheese and yet again the breading stays on allowing for that perfect bite Fried pickles are spears which our group tends to not like however these were great. The breading is thin the pickle has a snap to it and they are thin sliced The lobster roll was just as good as they are in Maine. Tons of meat with a little creaminess to it. The roll was soft and easy to eat. The fries are hand cut and fried fresh to order. Breaded shrimp basket the shrimp were huge and meaty more than enough for one person. Grouper tacos had lots of chunks of fish and it was flaky and flavorful Everything was amazing and I can't believe they were busier They offer draft beers as well as some can and bottle options and cocktails. read more

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