Whenever I travel, I enjoy trying local restaurants and tend to avoid chains. I discovered this…read moreplace based upon its positive Yelp reviews. The restaurant is located in a small shopping center and has a colorful sea related decor inside. I came here to specifically try the Shrimp Charleston, and I was not disappointed. The dish includes Blackened Shrimp and Nettles Country Smoked Sausage, topped with fried cheese grits, seafood bisque and chives. It tasted savory, fresh and flavorful. My server Jennifer was friendly, personable and attentive. She anticipated my needs and checked on me frequently. I would definitely recommend this restaurant for flavorful seafood and friendly service in the Jacksonville area. Cheers

Don't sleep on this place yes it's in a strip mall don't let that fool you! This was some of the…read morebest food!!!!!!! And service was over the top! The beer was cold , onion petals better than that chain restaurant spot, homemade salad dressing, awesome shrimp dip complimentary on table with crackers that was soo good! The Shrimp Charleston is absolutely fantastic! Fried grit cakes with a seafood bisque with blackened shrimp , sausage and chives!!! If the food was not good enough the servers are attentive and very nice! Never once walked by without checking on you! I have had dinners that cost 4 times this and was not 1/2 as good ! If you go ask for Jaime to be your server she is fantastic!

Best seafood value around Mayport Village Try the "Food…read moreStalker Po Boy" while the softshell crab is in season. Peel and eat shrimp are always a good go-to here. Sit at the bar to avoid a line!

As the name entails Safe Harbor is a watery respite from landlocked troubles. With dried marinara…read moreon my back and the red eyes only tears and brackish water can bring, you could guess where I was at in life. I was dehydrated. What Safe Harbor gave me was a glass of cold water, a Shrimp Po Boy, gator tail, conch fritters and shrimp nachoes! It was a king's ransom in terms of quality, grilled and blackened to perfection with a sweet and tangy sauce that's reminiscent of seaside family days where the kids thought dad was still "cool and inspiring." Service was fast and candid too! The clerk was very informative about recommendations and within 15 minutes our food was ready. The ambiance is one of the best I've had with a coastal rustic look that really brings you back. I recommend Safe Harbor a thousand times over this is my new favorite spot!

The bartender Amanda is amazing. Whatever yall did to Mac and cheese you need to change it back it…read moreis horrible salty and gross now . I took one bite of it and it made me sick . That use to be my go to side I would get everytime I came but I will no longer order it if you keep this new gross recipe. if you want Mac and cheese go to Panera it's way better than this new recipe they have!

I totally recommend the banging shrimp appetizer! If you are looking for something with a spicy-but…read morenot too spicy-and creamy seafood dish. You definitely have to go with this one! Need something healthy? The fresh catch with seared green beans is a go to! Service is great and they are very diligent about keeping your drinks topped off Place is always clean... this goes for the restroom as well. In my opinion, this place is underrated and definitely a go to especially in the Regency area.

The seafood was to die for and the service was a immaculate but the steak was a little to rare and…read morewas very stringy

I had the shrimp platter and my friend had the lobster and oyster specials. Everything was fresh…read moreand cooked to perfection. My fried shrimp wasn't overbreaded as can often be the case. It's the best I've had in a long time and I've tried a lot of the local restaurants. My friend was beyond delighted with her lobster and oysters. Fun thing they do is provide a largish trash container for shells etc to be tossed into. Also her dishes were served in large aluminum trays that gave ample room to make a mess, as one does with her two dishes. She was delighted. The service was perfection, our server Kara was attentive, friendly, with a terrific sense of humor. We'll be back!!

Julington Fish Camp is always a great choice! Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and…read moreperfectly cooked--from the raw oysters and blackened fish with creamy grits and collard greens to the crispy fried seafood platter. The wedge salad was fresh and loaded with blue cheese and bacon, and every dish came out hot and delicious. The highlight of our visit was the service. Our server was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling rushed. Great food, welcoming atmosphere, and consistently excellent service--we'll definitely be back!

We finally made it to Julington Creek Fish Camp, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. We started…read morewith a dozen fresh oysters that were clean, briny, and the perfect way to kick off the meal. The wedge salad was crisp and refreshing with just the right amount of blue cheese and bacon. The fried stuffed crab was packed with flavor and had a perfectly crispy exterior, while the halibut was cooked flawlessly--light, flaky, and incredibly fresh. The fresh catch platter was another standout, offering a generous portion of perfectly prepared seafood. The creamy grits and savory collard greens were outstanding sides that complemented the meal beautifully and showcased the restaurant's Southern influence. 10/10 would recommend

I love a good seafood boil! And it's one of the things I crave most. We just got shrimp this time…read morearound for something casual, but it still felt very varied, with the corn, sausage, and potatoes. The shrimp was really easy to peel, and pretty juicy. The potatoes were perfectly soft and able to sop up the seasoning. The sausages were a good combo of chewy and soft. And the corn was super juicy and sweet. We got the mild option, but honestly, we didn't really notice any spice, so I would definitely go for a higher spice level next time. The seasoning was pretty good, but not the best I've had. It was a bit too oily for my preference, which sounds a bit dumb because of course it's oily. But it was so hard to get the seasoning on the food. At times it felt like I was only scooping oil up without any of the flavoring. Whereas at other places, it felt like the oil itself was super flavorful too.

My cousins and I decided to stop here in the middle of our Saturday before going out for a bite to…read moreeat. When we arrived the server quickly came over took our order was very nice and knowledgeable. The restaurant was pretty nice size very clean they have a fish pond in there. I ordered blue crabs with mussels. The food came very fast and it was very good the only thing I can say is the very hot was not that spicy to me although I am a person that eats extremely spicy food. Will go back

The wife pulled me down to Jacksonville to tryout Big Crab Seafood. My daughter and wife had the…read moreseafood boil and it was a 10/10. I had the 10pts wings barbecue and crab & shrimp dip. Worth the drive from Savannah.

This location is located in a strip of businesses with shared parking, so during dinner time it is…read morepretty busy to maneuver to find an available parking spot. Though the parking lot was busy, I was sat immediately and noticed they were not too busy on a Friday night 7:30pm - likely an indicator of the experience to come. Kaitlyn was very friendly in greeting and throughout the meal. She was obviously the only bright spot on this experience, since you see the star rating. The soda lacked carbonation in the coke, so I mentioned it tasting off to me. I switched to an Orange Fanta, and that too lacked carbonation. Ended up just eating my spicy crab combo with no drink. Which thankfully, spicy is no where near spicy at this location. Medium at best if you order spicy. Genuinely let down, especially since it is ONE cluster for $38.99. Definitely felt this was a skip, and then was shocked when the bill came... As a party of one, I was charged automatic gratuity of 12%, which is bewildering to me. Larger parties? Totally get it! But a party of one, which I was shocked but they do list on the menu of prices. I almost tipped 20% on top of the bill, until I was looking into why it was higher than I expected. Additionally, $4.99 for a soda that doesn't even have the syrup and carbonation properly calibrated?! Wowza, what a letdown for $50+ for dining alone. If you are in Jacksonville, you are surrounded by lots of good seafood places. Big crab? Personally, a pass for me.

The restaurant was a nice buzz of conversation and a varied mix of music with indoor and outdoor…read moreseating. Parking is limited, so be aware. I attended a social gathering with @nicetomeetsocial where a curated group of people gather to get to meet and converse. It was pretty cool! I ordered the flounder Florentine with a chive & Brie sauce, steamed vegetables and mashed potatoes. Not pictured was my appetizer of fried green tomatoes with goat cheese...a first for me. The FGT were ok and a bit under seasoned, but the flounder and that sauce were great! Silky, creamy and tender! Our server was very kind and checked on us without hovering. Charity was helpful in offering suggestions, as well. Over all it was fun, good company and food. The parking leaves a lot to be desired where you're more than likely going to park along the street away from the restaurant.

I'd give it 5 stars but I felt they interpreted was a bit dirty…read more Food was great! Service was fabulous. Suggestions: sweep and mop the floors - deep scrub needed. Do this before you open in the morning. The inside window sills were filthy. Not very appetizing. I will come back.