Whiskey Joe's | Manatee River

5313 19th St E, Ellenton
(941) 263-3111

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Whiskey Joe's Calamarty
Grand Grouper Sandwich
Joe's Pile of Nachos
Whiskey Joe's Wings
Coconut Mahi Nuggets
Loaded Island Fries
Blackened Grouper
Joe's Fish Tacos
Chips and Queso
Fish and Chips

Menu

Appetizer
Gator Bites
Alligator nuggets with fried garlic pickles and chipotle aioli
Loaded Island Fries
Island seasoned sweet potato waffle fries topped with our signature BBQ pulled pork, chopped bacon, shredded cheese and green onions finished with a sharp cheese sauce and strawberry- guava BBQ drizzle
Firecracker Shrimp
House-Made Beer Battered Shrimp,Coleslaw, Thai Chili, Sriracha Aioli
Coconut Mahi Nuggets
Coconut-battered and fried golden. Served with coconut rum and sweet chile sauce
Joe's Boneless Fried Chicken
House-made beer battered chicken, fried to perfection. Smothered in your choice of Buffalo, Whiskey BBQ, Garlic Parmesan or Mango Habanero
Chips and Queso
Spicy cheese blend, pico de gallo, served with tri-colored tortilla chips | 8.99 Add Spicy Beef or Guacamole
Joe's Pile of Nachos
Tortilla chips, queso, black beans, pico de gallo, sour cream, jalapeños
Whiskey Joe's Calamarty
Crisp calamari strips, banana peppers and onions served with marinara and chipotle mayo
Wings 10pcs
Conch Fritters
Key lime aioli, fresh lime, cilantro
Dippin Shrimp
Shrimp sautéed in white wine and garlic butter, pico de gallo, garlic bread to dip. Finished with Chipotle or Citrus Lemon Butter
Wings 20pcs
Crab Cake
Lump Crab and Shrimp, Grilled Sweet Corn, Mixed Peppers, Chipotle and Ginger Aioli, Fresh Chives

Salads & Soups
Caribbean Cobb
Spring greens and crisp lettuce, grilled then chilled marinated chicken, smoked bacon, mango salsa, blue cheese, tomato, with housemade avocado ranch dressing
Signature Salad
Spring greens and crisp lettuce, jicama, grape tomatoes, candied pecans, crumbled blue cheese, strawberry balsamic dressing, and dried cranberries
Classic Caesar Salad
Shaved Parmesan, Garlic RoastedCroutons, Crisp Capers
Homemade Spicy Island Gumbo BOWL
Loaded with fresh local seafood andandouille sausage with a Caribbean kick
Homemade Spicy Island Gumbo CUP
Loaded with fresh local seafood andandouille sausage with a Caribbean kick

Entree - Burger/Sandwich
Smokin' Bacon Burger
You love bacon? We love bacon! Classic American cheese, secret sauce, crispy smoked bacon, lettuce, red onion, tomato
Signature Burger
Cheddar cheese, caramelized onions,secret sauce, lettuce, tomato
Island Pork Sandwich
Slow roasted in-house pork shoulder tossed with our signature strawberry-guava BBQ sauce topped with crispy onion straws and smokehouse slaw
Blackened Chicken Sandwich
Pepper jack cheese, crispy bacon, Key lime aioli, lettuce, tomato, red onion
BBQ Loaded Burger
Whiskey BBQ Pulled Pork, Pepper jack cheese, crispy onion straws
All American Sliders
Caramelized onions, pickle, and American cheese
Grand Grouper Sandwich
Blackened, grilled, or beer battered withtartar sauce, lettuce, tomato, red onion
Tiki Burger
Classic American cheese, lettuce,red onion, tomato
Crab Cake Sandwich
Lump crab and shrimp cake, chipotle aioli, lettuce, tomato, red onion

Entree - Poultry
Tiki Chicken
Marinated in garlic and ginger, grilled, andtopped with a rum glazed pineapple, mango salsa served with island rice, black beans and plantains

Entrees - Seafood
Ole Fashion Fish & Chips
Blackened, grilled, or beer battered withtartar sauce, lettuce, tomato, red onion
Cajun Seafood Pasta
Blackened shrimp, scallops, steamed mussels, white wine, fresh tomatoes, Cajun spices, garlic bread
N'awlin's Cajun Steamed Shrimp
Louisiana andouille sausage, potatoes,fresh corn, secret seasoning
Mahi Mahi
Blackened or grilled served with citrus lemon shrimp sauce, island rice, black beans, plantains
Crab & Shrimp Topped Atlantic Salmon
Lemon-butter garlic sauce, roasted potatoes, seasonal vegetable
Grouper
Blackened, grilled, or fried served with our chipotle shrimp sauce, island rice, black beans, and plantains
N'awlin's Cajun Steamed Shrimp (Family Sized)
Louisiana andouille sausage, potatoes,fresh corn, secret seasoning. Family-sized for 4 people!
Crab & Shrimp Topped Grouper
Lemon-butter garlic sauce, pico de gallo,island rice, black beans, plantains
Jumbo Shrimp
8 Skewered shrimp blackened, grilled, or fried served with island rice, black beans and plantains

Entree - Specialty
Strawberry Guava Rib Basket - Full
Slow cooked ribs with a strawberry-guava BBQ glaze with french fries and coleslaw
Mac n Cheese
Cavatappi pasta tossed in our rich cheese sauce, buttered bread crumbs, garlic bread
Jammin' Jambalaya
Whiskey Joe's go to dish. Chicken, shrimp, andouille sausage, peppers, and onions simmered in our spicy broth and served with island rice
Joe's Islas Carnitas
Two roasted pork burritos smothered incheese, enchilada sauce, served over rice, black beans, pico de gallo, sour cream
Swashbuckler Basket
Fried jumbo shrimp, scallops, and white fish served with fries and coleslaw
Strawberry Guava Rib Basket - Half
Slow cooked ribs with a strawberry-guava BBQ glaze with french fries and coleslaw

Entree - Taco
Joe's Fish Tacos (3)
Firecracker Shrimp Tacos (3)
Pulled Pork Tacos (3)
Blackened Chicken Tacos (3)

Sides
Sweet Plantains - Side
French Fries - Side
Sweet Potato Waffle Fries - Side
Island Rice & Black Beans - Side
Add Pulled Pork
Add Blackened Shrimp
Add Grilled Chicken

Desserts
Key Lime Pie
Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Kids
Kids Fish & Chips
Served with Smiley Fries and ChocolateCookie Crawler Pudding
Kids Grilled Chicken
Served with Smiley Fries and ChocolateCookie Crawler Pudding
Kids Popcorn Shrimp
Served with Smiley Fries and ChocolateCookie Crawler Pudding
Kids Chicken Tenders
Kids Cheeseburger

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Recent Reviews

Neither the French fries nor the sweet potato fries were sufficiently fried. They were both completely soft—not at all crispy. My grouper was good, as was the sauce. Others enjoyed the pollock with the fish & chips, but said the coleslaw had no flavor. Service was very good, and the view very nice.
June 2025
We sat outside on a quiet Sunday afternoon. Casual. Prices were quite reasonable and the view of the manatee river was nice. I'm surprised it wasn't more crowded. Our service was fast and attentive. If you're looking for waterfront dining in the ellenton area, I recommend.
June 2025
Nice atmosphere near the water with live music. It was loud, which made it hard for our server to hear us. The food was ok. Not bad, but not great. Made a note in our reservation about it being a birthday celebration, but nothing was mentioned by the server or the manager who checked in on us. Would recommend this place for drinks and apps more than a dinner outing.
April 2025

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Whiskey Joe's | Manatee River

5313 19th St E, Ellenton, FL 34222
(941) 263-3111