Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen

Shrimp was freezer burnt and had no sauce. Fries soggy and cold. Don’t recommend I threw my meal out after a bite

Everything we ordered was really not good. The crab legs were overcooked and possibly not fresh. Rubbery shell, stringy meat that you couldn’t get out of the legs. The jerk chicken and shrimp tacos were ok at best but not great and basically just a mess of ingredients packed into a tortilla to try and make it have flavor. Service/waiter was excellent though but the venue basically looks like a rundown bar that serves greasy and way overpriced food. We live nearby and wanted to give it a shot. Unfortunately we won’t be going back.
No idea how this place stays open and the restaurant next door had to close down which was significantly better. I assume they do well with alcohol sales.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 5

The bartender was phenomenal, and their buffalo appetizer and fresh grouper sandwich were excellent. They even have fun video games to entertain you. It's a cool and relaxing spot to enjoy some great food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great service and food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I left surf shack disappointed. It was just before 3 o’clock on Friday 8/29. The place was not busy. The bartender finally came over and asked me if I wanted a drink. I asked for the frozen piña colada. I had been waiting a few minutes so I thought he was just going to get me my drink, but instead he stopped to talk to the two ladies next to me, who already had drinks and chips, to see if they wanted any food. He finally went over to get my drink but came back and told me the piña colada was not ready. So I said I’ll have a house margarita on the rocks. Then he went to a couple of guys who were at the other end of the bar and chatted with them. Then he mixed a drink for another table sitting out in the restaurant. When he brought the drink, he was chatting with another table. I finally told him I can’t wait any longer and instead of apologizing and mixing my drink, he said bye. I have lived here for 30 years and have been coming to surf shack since they opened. This is the worst experience I’ve ever had.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 1

Place is just killer.

My daughter had just flown into town and she loves crab legs so we decided to stop at Surf Shack on the way home. We were not disappointed. My daughter doesn't eat carbs so instead of ordering two one-pound dinners with all the extras like fries, bread and slaw, we just order a single two-pound dinner and split it. Our server told us it would be four clusters of legs but when it came out, it was actually five clusters. In addition to the delicious crab, it included very good breaded style fries, a large pretzel bread stick and some of the best slaw I've had. Our server even brought some beer cheese dip to go with the pretzel. One thing I need to mention is that the crab dinner prices were $5 more than the menu shown on their website so they really should update that. But even so, the prices were very good. My wife had a steak taco and a bangin' shrimp taco, both of which were large and tasty. Service from Alyssa was excellent and there was live entertainment from a group that played a great selection of 60's and 70's folk rock. We'll definitely be going back when we're in the area.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: 1 5lb Snow Crab Legs, Gourmet Tacos

I’ll admit, I came in pretty skeptical after seeing all the low reviews but I’m so glad I didn’t listen to them! The food was actually really good. The crabs were fresh and flavorful, and the steak fajitas hit the spot. Service was on point too. our server was friendly and attentive. Honestly, don’t let the bad reviews scare you away. This place does not smell like a toilet (I promise 😂). I left full and happy, and I’d definitely come back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Seafood, 1 5lb Snow Crab Legs, Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls

It was wonderful all around! We’ll be back for sure!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nice local seafood place

Must do all you can eat, crab legs and shrimp on Saturday and Sunday.

Very good! Will be back for more!
The unlimited crab legs are always a hit!

Great restaurant with a Awesome atmosphere. Gio was a great waiter and the kitchen staff cooked the crab legs perfectly. Drove from Palm Harbor to try this place and will be back to try other items on the menu.

The fajita BOGO special is a great deal. While this is mostly a seafood place, they have an excellent burger for the landlubbers too!

The HH tacos are a great buy! Jerk chicken taco 👌. Very yummy.