Welcome to The Ugly Grouper
Located on Marina Dr in Holmes Beach, FL, The Ugly Grouper offers a vibrant atmosphere with live music, delicious seafood, and a casual yet lively vibe. With a diverse menu including Grouper Tacos, Seared Tuna, and the fan-favorite Grouper Ruben sandwich, this spot is surely a must-visit for seafood lovers. The unique caramelized cheese in their fish tacos and the flavorful sauces elevate the dining experience. Customers praise the generous portions and excellent service, making it a great spot for families and friends to enjoy a memorable meal. Don't miss out on the delicious dishes and cool ambiance that The Ugly Grouper has to offer.
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5704 Marina Dr Holmes Beach, FL 342175704 Marina Dr Holmes Beach, FL 34217 Hotline: (941) 896-8033
Welcome to The Ugly Grouper, a hidden gem located in Holmes Beach, FL, where the vibes are cool, the atmosphere is amazing, and the seafood is top-notch. This music venue, bar, and seafood joint offer a plethora of options for diners, from takeout and delivery to vegan and limited vegetarian options. Wheelchair accessible with ADA-compliant facilities, this spot is perfect for all types of diners.
The Grouper Tacos at The Ugly Grouper seem to be the standout menu item, with customers raving about them being the best they've ever had. The unique caramelized cheese and amazing sauce make these tacos a must-try. Other popular dishes include the Seared Tuna, Grouper Ruben sandwich, and Coconut Shrimp.
The service at The Ugly Grouper is top-notch, with servers like "Smiley" and Christian receiving high praise from customers for their attentiveness and friendliness. The outdoor seating provides a laid-back dining experience, perfect for enjoying live music on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday nights.
Overall, The Ugly Grouper is a must-visit spot if you're in the area. Whether you're looking for a casual lunch or a fun night out with friends, this place has something for everyone. Don't forget to try the Grouper Tacos and soak in the relaxed island vibes at this fantastic seafood joint.
Amazing atmosphere cool vibe great for kids and "Smiley" was the best. She recommended the ugly grouper to us. Truly appreciate it. The tacos are amazing :-) truly the best and made this experience awesome
Seared tuna for an app.. just right ! My grouper Ruben sandwich was great, big enough to take half of it home. Potatoes were authentic. Grouper tacos were also really good. Coconut shrimp where ok, you do get plenty so don't worry or be concerned if you think it won't be enough. Finally grouper kebabs, also very good but opt for something besides veggies.
The best fish tacos I have ever had in my life. Super unique how they caramelized the cheese into the taco and the sauce that goes with it is absolutely amazing! Must come back too for sure!
Always a good time Love the vibe and outdoor dining Delicious cheese logs and fried zucchini Husband had grouper tacos
Irada was great! Super busy night, but she still managed to give us great service!! Love the Ugly Grouper!!
If you are really hungry, The Ugly Grouper is a must visit. The Grouper Tacos were as big as my whole head. Our server, Christian from Louisville, KY the absolute best! Drinks were fancy and free flowing. A great visit for our family of 6! They do not take reservations so plan on waiting. Big bonus if you like the (nickname- Drunken") trolley, it stops close by.
We went here on a whim and actually really enjoyed it. I got the salmon which was actually the best salmon I had on the island. My husband got the grouper tacos which he said were good, better than the other grouper tacos he tried while on vacation. Both portions were huge - enough for each of us to share with our toddler and had leftovers. Our server was great. Everyone seemed friendly enough. The ambiance was cool, music, lights, some games. The place is pretty steadily busy all day and night.