The BEST part was the Drunken Pirate Burger, wow. Get it with fries and ask for the "dynamite" sauce on the side for your fries. You're welcome buddy, I just made your night. This is definitely an easy go to if you're staying in the area and want a relaxed atmosphere, good drink specials, fantastic burgers, and decent sea food. The atmosphere on the outdoor portion is great. There's tvs everywhere and the ocean breeze is nice. There's tons of drink specials and you can customize your margarita.
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Alyssa P.
I'm a local & have been to The Surf many times. This place has so much untapped potential. Unfortunately I have way more complaints than positives about this place. 1. The fries are always soggy and gross. 2. The bar is constantly sticky & dirty. 3. There is a funky sewage smell coming from somewhere around the bar area. It's really hard to sit there & enjoy beers & food when you have to deal with that smell. The positives 1. The fried fish is really good 2. Location. If you sit on the east side of the bar you can see the ocean. I hope The Surf can get it together because it could be a really nice place to relax, have a few brews & enjoy the ocean breeze.
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Nella R.
This is the party place of the Amelia Island. Party drinks called 'Concoctions' available starting at $8 each. Special drinks also offered like the Hurricane or create your own. Drinks are described on cute surf board shaped menus. I found my expensive Concoction to be watery and weak after choosing top shelf liqueur. They offer weekly dinner specials such as $7 lobster nite, a prime rib special & wing nite. The outdoor seating seems to be the party area and can become very crowded & loud - but a very fun time if that's what you are looking for. The place to be for sport events & holidays. The indoor seating is very interesting with fun Decor and great pics of earlier years of the island, and is much calmer, but expect a longer wait for service and less serious attention to your dining needs. Our food - shrimp basket for me, steak for hubby - was simple & sorta bland for what we expected. There were only two servers on indoor seating. We had to repeatedly ask for things such as silverware, lemons, napkins. At one point we began serving ourselves from the server area near the indoor bar, and there were not very many other indoor diners that evening. We found ourselves listening to servers complain & discuss their lives very loudly across the room to each other, while we were waiting for refills & such. One server actually sat at the booth behind us and discussed how previous diners had annoyed her. We were very disappointed, hoping this could be a wonderful place to enjoy w friends & family. Many locals will recommend this spot, but be aware that the recommendation is for the deck party - not the food or dining experience. The staff have become complacent and comfortable leaving the needs of vacationers or non regulars disappointed. Go for the free souvenir cup, experience & bottled drinks, but choose another spot for good dining. Not a smart choice for the youngsters. Enjoy the deck party ... & the cup.
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Chris W.
Typical outside bar had typical finger foods and sandwiches had about six or seven different drafts elections nice place to stop and grab a beer right across the street from the beach.
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J S.
We are locals and have been regulars at the Surf for years. Through the years food quality and service goes up and down. It is down at this time. We just returned from there. When we arrived three girls were working the hostess desk. We gave our name, telephone number and said we prefer the tall tables. After waiting and waiting we noticed that people who came later than we did were being seated. The hostess kept asking those they were seating if they wouldn't prefer a tall table. I finally went back to the hostess stand and found our name still on the list but 7 or 8 names past us marked off. When I pointed it out there was some stammering and then we were taken to 1 of the 5 vacant tall tables. I have eaten the burger dozens of times and enjoyed it. Likewise, my wife often eats the chicken sandwich. Apparently they have started using some sort of filler to make the ground beef look like it is still a large patty. The filler is like cardboard and has killed what once was one of the better burgers on the island. My wife's chicken was so tough she couldn't bite through it and had to cut it with a knife to eat it. She gave up before she finished it. She also said they have done something to the fries as they are no longer crisp but are now soggy. I know we are starting the summer season and tourists will support them through these next few months but it is us locals who brave the cold, rainy winter months to eat outside that keep the place open. I hope they see the error of their ways and come back to being a restaurant instead of a tourist trap.
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George C.
On of life's simple pleasure is hanging out at the Surf after a day at the beach or a nice long bike ride at Ft. Clinch. Cold beer, great bar food, local bands, friendly service. Don't forget to enroll on their customer appreciation program.
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Zach R.
Pretty good selection of beer and drinks but slow service, bar didn't know how to make a Tom Collins, food was mediocre at best.
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Brittany M.
Great seaside bar and grill. Frozen drinks are outstanding and the prime rib is surprisingly delicious. $7 lobster night is a great value, although small they are tasty. Good wings. Karaoke night is amazing.
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Chris L.
This place is across the street from the beach providing a great outside and inside atmosphere with live music. This place is usually packed as it was when we visited. We went on a Sunday when they have lobster for $7. I ordered the chicken tenders and fries and my husband ordered the lobster as a platter at 12.95. He also had mashed cauliflower and coleslaw with a salad. The chicken tenders and fries were just that, chicken tenders with fries. Nothing outstanding. My husband's lobster was very small but very good. The mashed cauliflower had no taste. The coleslaw had a full mayo flavor and was okay. We were brought sweet potato fries by mistake and we loved those! I ordered a Sangria which tasted watered down. Even though it wasn't a spectacular visit, we will most likely go again and order something else just because we enjoyed sitting at the bar with the breeze and ocean view.
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Alex H.
Such a great spot out on the patio but food quality continues to disappoint. It is not worth writing about the various items ordered as all were basic 'bar' food. Not recommended for lunch or dinner. Beer on the patio, OK.
My family has been coming to The Surf for years and this place has taken a nose dive for the worse. We arrived at the hostess stand and has to find a hostess after standing there for 5 minutes. Once we were seated, it was another 10 minutes before a waitress even took our drink orders. One of us ordered a frozen drink that didn't come out for 20 minutes and had already started melting. Fast forward an hour after our food orders were put in and still no food. Once the food finally came out, the tuna wrap that was ordered medium-rare came out well done. Although the food can be good, the service is absolutely terrible. We will not be coming back.
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Paula M.
The servers were extremely cute, friendly and efficient, and the restaurant dining room was clean, but the food was terrible. I ordered the grilled fish platter and the fish was rubbery and the mashed cauliflower tasted like it had been made with dehydrated milk.
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Debbie B.
Our family has lived on the island for two years now, and we hadn't tried The Surf yet. So, Monday afternoon we decided to try it out for drinks, apps and an early dinner. We seated ourselves outside where there were many tables already taken. We sat there for about 7 minutes, when we turned to the table next to us and asked if they had been waited on yet, since they were there before us. They said no, not yet, but they had eaten there the night before and it took 1 1/2 hours to get their food, but it was good. My husband got up and asked the hostess if there was a server for our table. She informed him that the kitchen was backed up and the server wouldn't be able to wait on us for another 20 minutes. That's when we left! Not sure that we will try it again....
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Pam D.
Saturday night in Amelia Island. Our group of 7 girls headed straight to the deck to enjoy dinner outside. The conversation with the hostess went something like this: "How many?" "7, please." ....*blank stare*.... "Could you squeeze at one table?" A quick look around tells us tables are meant for 4 people... "It would be better if we could get 2 tables together." *hostess looks around the patio area* "Sorry, we don't have any tables available. " ...... "Well, is there a list we could be put on or something?" Our waitress was equally at a loss for common sense. She was clueless about the menu, to the point where I wondered if she was new. Not everyone had silverware. She didn't know about specials. It was painful. The place gets some points for atmosphere and food. This is a great place to relax and grab a beer and enjoy some old fashioned conversation, not a get-wild-on-frozen-drinks place. So the crowd is a bit older. The patio was large and enjoyable. The food got overall good reviews from my group although I would not recommend what I had, the crab cakes. They looked like they came straight from the walk-in freezer; the insides were indistinguishable mush. Also, prices were reasonable for both food and drink. Overall I'll look for somewhere else to go next time.
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Lauren A.
This place is perfect for a frozen drink and some eats on a scorching hot day. Atmosphere: The patio has fans and the tables each have an umbrella. There is a sometimes a live musician playing only half decent cover tunes, but somehow it feels right for the atmosphere. The place is super casual outside (think plastic pvc pipe chairs) Food: The big kahuna burger I had there was seriously delicious. The drinks are not strong, so I tried ordering a margarita with a tequila floater...(basically just wanting a stronger drink) Somehow this didn't register with the bartender and i was given a drink and a half so that i had "more." I was literally getting sick from the sugar overdose so I left a full drink on the table... should have just ordered a shot. Also - this is totally a biker bar. Expect at least 3 people to rev their bikes in the middle of your conversation. Somehow, given the atmosphere, it hasn't bothered me yet.
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Jack H.
Great service, view, and food. Beach bar/food with the beach mentality. Kick back, relax, and enjoy. I highly recommend the tuna wrap with the mashed cauliflower or the amazing sweet potato fries (ask for the dip for the fries). Blackened tuna sandwich is awesome too.
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Brian G.
Great wings. Great service. Good luck with the Drunken Pirate...delicious but huge. Even the rain couldn't keep us away. Love this place for dinner. I'd recommend coming here anytime. Rob, Carrie, and Wes have really turned this place around!
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A K.
Way, way overpriced for what they deliver. Salmon with dill sauce was meh. Margarita was weak. Service was so-so. Live music was good. Seems to attract an older crowd. Location is okay, but I have to believe that given more time to explore there are better options nearby. Wouldn't bother coming back. Look elsewhere if you want good food, good service and a better view of the beach.
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Bill T.
We got take out from here Saturday night and had lunch here today. The burgers, wings with kahuna sauce, fried shrimp, fried flounder, fries, onion rings and cole slaw were all excellent. they had nice cold Landshark too. Parking, location (right across the street from where we were staying) and service were all very good as well. I highly recommend this for some great beach side grub!
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S M.
What the heck is going on at this place? We have been coming here for almost 10 years and despite it not being a gourmet dining destination, it has always been efficient, fast and pleasant. The last three times we have been here it has been chaos. People queue up and are told there is no space despite many empty tables. If you do get seated you can't order the wine that is on the menu because " the manager left and took the keys to the cooler ". The food takes forever to arrive and heaven help you if you want a second drink or the check. So sad. This was our favorite Amelia Island place but it looks like new management has lost the formula.
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Jennifer G.
The waitress was wonderful and accommodated our every need, and took great care of our Children. The menu has dropped a few items that we used to love, but the food tastes great. I loved the fried shrimp in kahuna sauce, but I tried three different sauces that were all good.
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dave j.
Great food. Service can be spotty - but you don't go here to be rushed out.
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Dietmar D.
Great atmosphere for seaside bar food. Lots of outdoor seating. We had great service. The food was great. We had peel & eat shrimp, buffalo shrimp, hamburger and crab cakes, all great - keep in mind this is bar food not some 5 star expectation....I would go back.
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Paula M.
This was as good a place as any other in the area--which is to say its a bit overpriced with average quality food with a few great exceptions: the sweet potato chips and salted caramel cake. Atmosphere is run down beach bar. Service was fine--not great, not bad.
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Matt C.
i've been coming to the surf for over 10 years now on vacations, and it consistently gives the same kind of satisfying experience.. a good spot for a super-casual dinner, especially if you're staying in a house or condo on fletcher or the nearby ritz area, given it's proximity. expect a wait for dinner on holiday weekends. i'd particularly recommend it as a lunch spot, though, as it can get crowded at night, and become a bit of old fogey/jimmy buffet type of atmosphere once the sun goes down, with live music and dancing.. although if you are older and like to get rowdy, this is the place to be. they feature many different frozen drink varieties, all tasty, though not the strongest drinks in the world. menu is a variety of seafood baskets, salads, sandwiches, burgers and wings. the wings are awesome, my girlfriend always raves about the big kahuna burger, but my personal favorite is the blackened mahi sandwich.. great stuff.
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Nick V.
Live music extra parking needed mark a good time and good food. the outdoor seating is a plus. its a great place for a family dinner, open spaces for little children to run and play without disturbing others, yet still within sight.
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Arlynn W.
The Surf feels like a locals joint & that's just fine with me... The servers all super friendly, drinks tasty - especially some many of those yummy frozen concoctions, and patio seating - complete with entertainment - perfection. I've enjoyed the crab cakes & fried shrimp basket, both delish, but the real stand out was the hush puppies! As a certified hush puppy connoisseur {basically of any fried dough food} these earned an A+! Every night there seems to be something different going on, so you never know just what to expect... The Hubs & I have always ridden our bikes here, usually for a very casual lunch after a long morning lounging on the beach, and there's a nice big bike rack, next to the Harley's : - ) p.s. I always notice the amazing-looking grilled seafood salads, they're BIG & probably something I'll enjoy on my next visit!
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Tony A.
Fun, outdoor seating would be great for a warm day. It was chilly when we went so we sat inside. It is an old, converted motel across from the beach. Kid friendly. Kids got pasta and loved it! I had the crabcake platter, it was decent. The best dish was the grilled shrimp. Great, fresh flavor.
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Jon C.
First off let's acknowledge that this place has a fantastic location. Located in beautiful Fernandina Beach, and not but 50 yards from the beach The Surf is aptly placed to take a break from rolling around in the sand for a relaxing meal. With it's all outdoor seating it's not exactly ideal for your cloudy/rainy days, but there are few places better in the area on a day with warmth and sunshine. On the weekends they will regularly have live music play right out on the deck with you. If there is not live music they typically will have something else appropriate for the ambiance playing. The food here is certainly not the best in the world. However, you could easily call it average. When combined with the atmosphere it's an obvious choice. They have a well stocked bar, with plenty of beers to choose from. If you're ordering beer by the pitcher they will whip you up a bag of ice to drop down in it to keep the beverage cool. I have eaten here more than two dozen times, and have only been disappointed with the service perhaps twice. I would highly recommend this establishment to anyone planning to be in that area. I know I plan to return again, and again.
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Shannon V.
I went with my family and it was ok. The live music was a little off color for the family. The musician said he lived it the projects of Jacksonville & sang some songs he created from his experiences there. We had a couple of words to explain like transvestite.
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Zin Z.
Tired of places overcharging and not honoring discounts they give. $5.50 for draft blue moon. Had bd cerrtificate they emailed me, my friend had discount card they issued. Was told you cannot use both. Food is average, service ok, prices ridÃculos high.
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Eric L.
Good location right off the ocean on the other side of the street. They boast waterfront views but you cant really see anything outside of the restaurant. They have a lot of seafood on the menu. I got a chicken wrap which was pretty terrible. It was hard to eat. I will say the sweet potato chips for a side item is very good. Clam stip baskets are huge but they are not fresh like they claim to be. IThey have live music and a pretty large bar. Seems like a locals hangout. ts a decent place but you could probably do better if you are looking for seafood.
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Sheila M.
Surf is the kind of place you think of when you think of "beach bar". Ultra-casual, it had the expected row of Harleys out front, PVC furniture, live music, and a sense of what Florida was like 30 years ago. The deck was packed on the Thursday evening that we visited. It was pretty early, maybe 7, but the bar was crowded with locals, or near-locals. Located across the street from the beach, it was cool and windy but heaters kept us toasty. There are umbrellas and covered areas for warmer days. I can't get too excited about the food. Lot's of fried seafood, and standard pub fare. I had a huge Caesar salad with shrimp served in a pastry "bowl". I tried hard NOT to eat the bowl--but you know how that goes. They're apparently known for their sweet potato chips served with a "Texas petal sauce"--a mayo - catsup - horseradish mixture. The chips seemed a little mushy to me but tasty nonetheless. Service was friendly and fast. This is a good place for visitors to experience "authentic" Florida.
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C. K.
Really fun beach spot in Fernandina Beach, FL! Large diverse menu with great food and drink specials all the time! I love their lobster Sundays. Only $5.95 for a Maine Lobster! It comes only by itself, but is a deal! Many people eat 2 or 3 at a time! Their brochetta burger salad is delicious! It is their big burger beef patty, with swiss cheese served on top a huge bed of lettuce with chopped tomatoes and basil and a delicious dressing! They also have great wings and a fish fry and lots of other specials. They have live music every weekend and the place is always packed with lots of people dancing! Great people watching and a fun place to hang out with friends!
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Charles M.
The environment is better than the food and the pricing is reasonable. Service is kind of slow, but this may be due to the fact that the place was really crowded when we went. In fact, this place looked crowded every time we drove by, going back and forth from Amelia Island Plantation and downtown Fernandina. Perhaps, it is because there really aren't many other places to go around this area. There is an indoor area, but it was very empty on my visit. Also, it looks like a one-story motel is attached to this place.
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Annette G.
Honestly, I don't expect much from Roadhouse like places along the beaches of FLA. This one though, is a waste of money and time. The service is ridiculously slow. Coming from Orlando, I admit to being pampered somewhat by the service focused places around town, but this was unreal. It took 20 mins to get OUR DRINKS (2 iced teas and a diet coke). And, when they came, our lovely, barely literate waitress had her fingers in all the cups. Uhm... yuck. One of my dining companions has a severe food allergy to wheat, so she ordered a Cesar salad and fries, and made sure to say, very directly, 3 times, there should be no croutons because of her allergy. Salad came out with croutons. They tried to just pick them off and reserve it.... which is just absurd. Took another 45 mins to remake the salad. Fernandina Beach is beautiful, don't ruin your visit by eating (or staying?! HS! It's a motel too??!) here.
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MetallisA J.
All outdoor beach atmosphere. Good food and Live music most nights. Frozen drinks and pitchers of beer, great sports fan spot!
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Ryan R.
All you can eat wings on wed. were great! My wife got salad and fish and really liked it, too. Laid back atmosphere was good for kids, and the service was very friendly. Excited to go back.
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Jack M.
Fun spot for some peel & eat shrimp, wings and beer. Can walk to (on the beach -less than 2 miles) the Ritz.
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Ashley J.
Absolutely the worst meal we had during our trip to Amelia Island. I ordered the grilled shrimp and they were lifeless lumps of tasteless meat left on a plate with a bunch of undercooked vegetables. Everyone in my party agreed that the meal was too pricey and not enjoyable. Maybe our mistake was not ordering fried foods, but we were very disappointed in the quality of the food. The service also left something to be desired as my boyfriend's cup sat empty for the last half of our meal. I would definitely recommend going somewhere else regardless of how close to the beach this place is. Thumbs down!!
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Taylor W.
This place has gone down the hole in the past few years. It used to be a great place to kick back and enjoy the afternoon eating, listening to music, and enjoying the weather. The food quality has gone down since the planning of its closing, which has been pushed back many times.
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Liz M.
The atmosphere is really the best thing about this place, it's on the beach and mostly outside seating. The service was friendly and knowledgable but terribly slow. We were there well over an hour, we waited another 20 minutes to get the check and pay after we finished eating. This is not appreciated when you have a toddler in tow. The food was overpriced and not nicely done. I ordered one 4 ounce crab cake, it was $10. It was over-cooked, soggy and stale. The other dishes weren't any better...even the fries were soggy and poorly seasoned. It was very disappointing. There are a lot of other seafood, beachy restaurants on the island. Like I said, the atmosphere is great but for what they charge for the disappointing food, I will pass on this place next time.
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Amanda B.
2 stars says "Meh. I've experienced better" which is pretty much my entire thought We arrived at Senior City seven o'clock on a Friday evening and sat at the outside bar. The live music left much to be desired ( we all have that uncle that jams incessantly in the basement... yes, very similar to that). The bartender seems more interested in talking to regulars and off duty staff than us out-of-towners. We ordered the ahi tuna appetizer and the fried fish sandwich with hushpuppies. The tuna was unseasoned with no sear or crust of any kind. Reminicent of boiling. The fish sandwich was fine and not soggy, like I've had with others. The hushpuppies were the highlight of the meal and my husband and I were fighting over the last one. The mango tango drink was very good! We come to Fernandina every year at this time and have never yet been blown away by the surf.
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Scott U.
Sweet tea as sweet as their service! Absolutely love this place. Great food, live entertainment and exceptional service. Wings are great! Highly recommend the Kahuna sauce. Every time we visit the island we stop for lunch or dinner.
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Lori G.
We have been going to the Surf for years....always a great place for drinks and music. So when we started planning our wedding on the island, I knew the Surf was a great place for a casual laid back rehearsal dinner. I reached out to GM Matt and he was always very quick to respond and was excited to help me set up this event. The day of I followed up with him and was assured everything was good to go. Upon arriving that night, our tables were set up on the upper deck, right by the music. Lindsay was our server (for 20 people). She was spot on. Within minutes she learned everyone's name, knew what we were drinking and had things well under control. My entire party was impressed with the Surf and the great service that they provided for us. Thank you Matt & Lindsay!
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Eddie H.
Prices were good, food was pretty good. Not very kid friendly but nice deck for some sun and suds
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Carmen T.
My husband and I went there our last night in Fernandina and we loved it. Great food, excellent service, and great entertainment. We were able to listen to live music and watch football at the same time. I had the chopped salad and it was good. Nothing spectacular but very good. My husband had the shrimp po boy. It was very good except his bun fell apart before the first bite. All in all, a great night out. I wanted at t-shirt but waited at the hostess stand for about 5 minutes and decided to pass after no one came to help us. Still wish I would have got one! They were cool.
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Carol Z.
We stopped in after geo caching in the area for some beverages & SEC football. The views & location are great, the service was a bit lacking, & the food we ordered was ok, but not up to par for the price tag. Enjoy the locale, have some drinks & head elsewhere to feed your appetites.
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James L.
This is a great beach bar! Technically, it is across from the beach on the west side of Fletcher, but the beach is in view. They have surprisingly good bar food. The drinks are great as well. They have good live music that is pretty loud on the outside deck. The inside was remodeled a few years ago and now is very nice but small. The only down side is the service is very slow. In the off season it is OK, but in the summer it can take 20-30 minutes for a drink. I always just go get my own from the bar. A few more bartenders and waitresses would be welcome. Overall this is a very nice place which is why it is always packed in the summer.
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Greg C.
Save yourself allot of frustration and heartburn. We had a group of nine, had a table in about 20 minutes which wasn't bad. We ordered, all easy to cook meals, nothing any line cook couldn't blow out the door. After an hour and twenty minutes I finally asked for the manager. Multiple tables that had been seated after us had eaten and were gone, including a party of seven. He said they were trying to get smaller tables out faster. Whatever happened to cooking and serving the orders as they come in? And the food was just ok, frozen shrimp, tepid fries and hushpuppies hard enough to hurt someone with. Obviously the new owners have no concern for the quality of the food or service, you might as well shut the doors now, word will get around quickly....
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Scott U.
Great! Great! Great! We are so happy to see the new ownership in the Surf. Food was tasty and service was great. Menu had much more to offer and a much wider variety. Stopped by with family and we all enjoyed our meals. Yes there is a wait at times since the daily specials are oh so good, so either arrive early or enjoy a drink while listen to live music. Don't be frustrated like others have posted. Highly recommend the Ahi tuna and chicken wings. Both great!
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Barb K.
Can't rate the food or the service but if the greeting at the door was any indication I definately wont go back even without my dogs! No pets allowed as the girl put it , "even if they are in a stroller"....we have 2 - 4 lb dogs we take in a dog stroller, she was very snotty about it . We understand that there are still alot of places where you sit outdoors that wont allow animals, we don't quite understand it but we will gladly take our business to Falcons Nest at the Plantation Resort where our dogs are welcome and so is our money. We thought since this area is pretty much tourist they might be a little friendlier.
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NB K.
This bit of Margaritaville in northernmost Florida was a lovely ending to a long day of travel, surrounded by good friends and pleasant (if loud) music. "Bar food" is the menu's staple, but there was a good selection of beers, the waitress was pleasant and the chickee hut "building" fit the bill. I think of it as more bar than restaurant, and if that's what you are in the mood for, do stop in.
(3)
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Address :3199 S Fletcher Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL, 32034
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Touristy Noise Level : Average Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Coat Check : No Smoking : Outdoor Area/ Patio Only Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Drive-Thru : No Caters : Yes
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Chris P.
The BEST part was the Drunken Pirate Burger, wow. Get it with fries and ask for the "dynamite" sauce on the side for your fries. You're welcome buddy, I just made your night. This is definitely an easy go to if you're staying in the area and want a relaxed atmosphere, good drink specials, fantastic burgers, and decent sea food. The atmosphere on the outdoor portion is great. There's tvs everywhere and the ocean breeze is nice. There's tons of drink specials and you can customize your margarita.
(4)Alyssa P.
I'm a local & have been to The Surf many times. This place has so much untapped potential. Unfortunately I have way more complaints than positives about this place. 1. The fries are always soggy and gross. 2. The bar is constantly sticky & dirty. 3. There is a funky sewage smell coming from somewhere around the bar area. It's really hard to sit there & enjoy beers & food when you have to deal with that smell. The positives 1. The fried fish is really good 2. Location. If you sit on the east side of the bar you can see the ocean. I hope The Surf can get it together because it could be a really nice place to relax, have a few brews & enjoy the ocean breeze.
(2)Nella R.
This is the party place of the Amelia Island. Party drinks called 'Concoctions' available starting at $8 each. Special drinks also offered like the Hurricane or create your own. Drinks are described on cute surf board shaped menus. I found my expensive Concoction to be watery and weak after choosing top shelf liqueur. They offer weekly dinner specials such as $7 lobster nite, a prime rib special & wing nite. The outdoor seating seems to be the party area and can become very crowded & loud - but a very fun time if that's what you are looking for. The place to be for sport events & holidays. The indoor seating is very interesting with fun Decor and great pics of earlier years of the island, and is much calmer, but expect a longer wait for service and less serious attention to your dining needs. Our food - shrimp basket for me, steak for hubby - was simple & sorta bland for what we expected. There were only two servers on indoor seating. We had to repeatedly ask for things such as silverware, lemons, napkins. At one point we began serving ourselves from the server area near the indoor bar, and there were not very many other indoor diners that evening. We found ourselves listening to servers complain & discuss their lives very loudly across the room to each other, while we were waiting for refills & such. One server actually sat at the booth behind us and discussed how previous diners had annoyed her. We were very disappointed, hoping this could be a wonderful place to enjoy w friends & family. Many locals will recommend this spot, but be aware that the recommendation is for the deck party - not the food or dining experience. The staff have become complacent and comfortable leaving the needs of vacationers or non regulars disappointed. Go for the free souvenir cup, experience & bottled drinks, but choose another spot for good dining. Not a smart choice for the youngsters. Enjoy the deck party ... & the cup.
(2)Chris W.
Typical outside bar had typical finger foods and sandwiches had about six or seven different drafts elections nice place to stop and grab a beer right across the street from the beach.
(3)J S.
We are locals and have been regulars at the Surf for years. Through the years food quality and service goes up and down. It is down at this time. We just returned from there. When we arrived three girls were working the hostess desk. We gave our name, telephone number and said we prefer the tall tables. After waiting and waiting we noticed that people who came later than we did were being seated. The hostess kept asking those they were seating if they wouldn't prefer a tall table. I finally went back to the hostess stand and found our name still on the list but 7 or 8 names past us marked off. When I pointed it out there was some stammering and then we were taken to 1 of the 5 vacant tall tables. I have eaten the burger dozens of times and enjoyed it. Likewise, my wife often eats the chicken sandwich. Apparently they have started using some sort of filler to make the ground beef look like it is still a large patty. The filler is like cardboard and has killed what once was one of the better burgers on the island. My wife's chicken was so tough she couldn't bite through it and had to cut it with a knife to eat it. She gave up before she finished it. She also said they have done something to the fries as they are no longer crisp but are now soggy. I know we are starting the summer season and tourists will support them through these next few months but it is us locals who brave the cold, rainy winter months to eat outside that keep the place open. I hope they see the error of their ways and come back to being a restaurant instead of a tourist trap.
(2)George C.
On of life's simple pleasure is hanging out at the Surf after a day at the beach or a nice long bike ride at Ft. Clinch. Cold beer, great bar food, local bands, friendly service. Don't forget to enroll on their customer appreciation program.
(5)Zach R.
Pretty good selection of beer and drinks but slow service, bar didn't know how to make a Tom Collins, food was mediocre at best.
(2)Brittany M.
Great seaside bar and grill. Frozen drinks are outstanding and the prime rib is surprisingly delicious. $7 lobster night is a great value, although small they are tasty. Good wings. Karaoke night is amazing.
(4)Chris L.
This place is across the street from the beach providing a great outside and inside atmosphere with live music. This place is usually packed as it was when we visited. We went on a Sunday when they have lobster for $7. I ordered the chicken tenders and fries and my husband ordered the lobster as a platter at 12.95. He also had mashed cauliflower and coleslaw with a salad. The chicken tenders and fries were just that, chicken tenders with fries. Nothing outstanding. My husband's lobster was very small but very good. The mashed cauliflower had no taste. The coleslaw had a full mayo flavor and was okay. We were brought sweet potato fries by mistake and we loved those! I ordered a Sangria which tasted watered down. Even though it wasn't a spectacular visit, we will most likely go again and order something else just because we enjoyed sitting at the bar with the breeze and ocean view.
(3)Alex H.
Such a great spot out on the patio but food quality continues to disappoint. It is not worth writing about the various items ordered as all were basic 'bar' food. Not recommended for lunch or dinner. Beer on the patio, OK.
(2)l b.
Returned to use our gift card from the last time when we had poor service. Not impressed. Wish we could have the deck and music with different food, drinks, and service... Service was very slow again. We knew better than to order food but we did anyway as we had to rush out the door at home and didn't have time to eat dinner. Fiancé's drunken pirate burger had a miniature tomato, no BBQ sauce as listed on menu, but tons of onion rings. Friend had to pay for his side of BBQ sauce with his entree. Another friend's shrimp taco was very bland. The food and menu selection is less than mediocre. We love the deck and the fact that they have live music. But that's all this place has to offer.
(1)Brooke L.
My family has been coming to The Surf for years and this place has taken a nose dive for the worse. We arrived at the hostess stand and has to find a hostess after standing there for 5 minutes. Once we were seated, it was another 10 minutes before a waitress even took our drink orders. One of us ordered a frozen drink that didn't come out for 20 minutes and had already started melting. Fast forward an hour after our food orders were put in and still no food. Once the food finally came out, the tuna wrap that was ordered medium-rare came out well done. Although the food can be good, the service is absolutely terrible. We will not be coming back.
(1)Paula M.
The servers were extremely cute, friendly and efficient, and the restaurant dining room was clean, but the food was terrible. I ordered the grilled fish platter and the fish was rubbery and the mashed cauliflower tasted like it had been made with dehydrated milk.
(2)Debbie B.
Our family has lived on the island for two years now, and we hadn't tried The Surf yet. So, Monday afternoon we decided to try it out for drinks, apps and an early dinner. We seated ourselves outside where there were many tables already taken. We sat there for about 7 minutes, when we turned to the table next to us and asked if they had been waited on yet, since they were there before us. They said no, not yet, but they had eaten there the night before and it took 1 1/2 hours to get their food, but it was good. My husband got up and asked the hostess if there was a server for our table. She informed him that the kitchen was backed up and the server wouldn't be able to wait on us for another 20 minutes. That's when we left! Not sure that we will try it again....
(1)Pam D.
Saturday night in Amelia Island. Our group of 7 girls headed straight to the deck to enjoy dinner outside. The conversation with the hostess went something like this: "How many?" "7, please." ....*blank stare*.... "Could you squeeze at one table?" A quick look around tells us tables are meant for 4 people... "It would be better if we could get 2 tables together." *hostess looks around the patio area* "Sorry, we don't have any tables available. " ...... "Well, is there a list we could be put on or something?" Our waitress was equally at a loss for common sense. She was clueless about the menu, to the point where I wondered if she was new. Not everyone had silverware. She didn't know about specials. It was painful. The place gets some points for atmosphere and food. This is a great place to relax and grab a beer and enjoy some old fashioned conversation, not a get-wild-on-frozen-drinks place. So the crowd is a bit older. The patio was large and enjoyable. The food got overall good reviews from my group although I would not recommend what I had, the crab cakes. They looked like they came straight from the walk-in freezer; the insides were indistinguishable mush. Also, prices were reasonable for both food and drink. Overall I'll look for somewhere else to go next time.
(3)Lauren A.
This place is perfect for a frozen drink and some eats on a scorching hot day. Atmosphere: The patio has fans and the tables each have an umbrella. There is a sometimes a live musician playing only half decent cover tunes, but somehow it feels right for the atmosphere. The place is super casual outside (think plastic pvc pipe chairs) Food: The big kahuna burger I had there was seriously delicious. The drinks are not strong, so I tried ordering a margarita with a tequila floater...(basically just wanting a stronger drink) Somehow this didn't register with the bartender and i was given a drink and a half so that i had "more." I was literally getting sick from the sugar overdose so I left a full drink on the table... should have just ordered a shot. Also - this is totally a biker bar. Expect at least 3 people to rev their bikes in the middle of your conversation. Somehow, given the atmosphere, it hasn't bothered me yet.
(3)Jack H.
Great service, view, and food. Beach bar/food with the beach mentality. Kick back, relax, and enjoy. I highly recommend the tuna wrap with the mashed cauliflower or the amazing sweet potato fries (ask for the dip for the fries). Blackened tuna sandwich is awesome too.
(5)Brian G.
Great wings. Great service. Good luck with the Drunken Pirate...delicious but huge. Even the rain couldn't keep us away. Love this place for dinner. I'd recommend coming here anytime. Rob, Carrie, and Wes have really turned this place around!
(5)A K.
Way, way overpriced for what they deliver. Salmon with dill sauce was meh. Margarita was weak. Service was so-so. Live music was good. Seems to attract an older crowd. Location is okay, but I have to believe that given more time to explore there are better options nearby. Wouldn't bother coming back. Look elsewhere if you want good food, good service and a better view of the beach.
(2)Bill T.
We got take out from here Saturday night and had lunch here today. The burgers, wings with kahuna sauce, fried shrimp, fried flounder, fries, onion rings and cole slaw were all excellent. they had nice cold Landshark too. Parking, location (right across the street from where we were staying) and service were all very good as well. I highly recommend this for some great beach side grub!
(4)S M.
What the heck is going on at this place? We have been coming here for almost 10 years and despite it not being a gourmet dining destination, it has always been efficient, fast and pleasant. The last three times we have been here it has been chaos. People queue up and are told there is no space despite many empty tables. If you do get seated you can't order the wine that is on the menu because " the manager left and took the keys to the cooler ". The food takes forever to arrive and heaven help you if you want a second drink or the check. So sad. This was our favorite Amelia Island place but it looks like new management has lost the formula.
(1)Jennifer G.
The waitress was wonderful and accommodated our every need, and took great care of our Children. The menu has dropped a few items that we used to love, but the food tastes great. I loved the fried shrimp in kahuna sauce, but I tried three different sauces that were all good.
(4)dave j.
Great food. Service can be spotty - but you don't go here to be rushed out.
(4)Dietmar D.
Great atmosphere for seaside bar food. Lots of outdoor seating. We had great service. The food was great. We had peel & eat shrimp, buffalo shrimp, hamburger and crab cakes, all great - keep in mind this is bar food not some 5 star expectation....I would go back.
(3)Paula M.
This was as good a place as any other in the area--which is to say its a bit overpriced with average quality food with a few great exceptions: the sweet potato chips and salted caramel cake. Atmosphere is run down beach bar. Service was fine--not great, not bad.
(3)Matt C.
i've been coming to the surf for over 10 years now on vacations, and it consistently gives the same kind of satisfying experience.. a good spot for a super-casual dinner, especially if you're staying in a house or condo on fletcher or the nearby ritz area, given it's proximity. expect a wait for dinner on holiday weekends. i'd particularly recommend it as a lunch spot, though, as it can get crowded at night, and become a bit of old fogey/jimmy buffet type of atmosphere once the sun goes down, with live music and dancing.. although if you are older and like to get rowdy, this is the place to be. they feature many different frozen drink varieties, all tasty, though not the strongest drinks in the world. menu is a variety of seafood baskets, salads, sandwiches, burgers and wings. the wings are awesome, my girlfriend always raves about the big kahuna burger, but my personal favorite is the blackened mahi sandwich.. great stuff.
(3)Nick V.
Live music extra parking needed mark a good time and good food. the outdoor seating is a plus. its a great place for a family dinner, open spaces for little children to run and play without disturbing others, yet still within sight.
(4)Arlynn W.
The Surf feels like a locals joint & that's just fine with me... The servers all super friendly, drinks tasty - especially some many of those yummy frozen concoctions, and patio seating - complete with entertainment - perfection. I've enjoyed the crab cakes & fried shrimp basket, both delish, but the real stand out was the hush puppies! As a certified hush puppy connoisseur {basically of any fried dough food} these earned an A+! Every night there seems to be something different going on, so you never know just what to expect... The Hubs & I have always ridden our bikes here, usually for a very casual lunch after a long morning lounging on the beach, and there's a nice big bike rack, next to the Harley's : - ) p.s. I always notice the amazing-looking grilled seafood salads, they're BIG & probably something I'll enjoy on my next visit!
(4)Tony A.
Fun, outdoor seating would be great for a warm day. It was chilly when we went so we sat inside. It is an old, converted motel across from the beach. Kid friendly. Kids got pasta and loved it! I had the crabcake platter, it was decent. The best dish was the grilled shrimp. Great, fresh flavor.
(3)Jon C.
First off let's acknowledge that this place has a fantastic location. Located in beautiful Fernandina Beach, and not but 50 yards from the beach The Surf is aptly placed to take a break from rolling around in the sand for a relaxing meal. With it's all outdoor seating it's not exactly ideal for your cloudy/rainy days, but there are few places better in the area on a day with warmth and sunshine. On the weekends they will regularly have live music play right out on the deck with you. If there is not live music they typically will have something else appropriate for the ambiance playing. The food here is certainly not the best in the world. However, you could easily call it average. When combined with the atmosphere it's an obvious choice. They have a well stocked bar, with plenty of beers to choose from. If you're ordering beer by the pitcher they will whip you up a bag of ice to drop down in it to keep the beverage cool. I have eaten here more than two dozen times, and have only been disappointed with the service perhaps twice. I would highly recommend this establishment to anyone planning to be in that area. I know I plan to return again, and again.
(4)Shannon V.
I went with my family and it was ok. The live music was a little off color for the family. The musician said he lived it the projects of Jacksonville & sang some songs he created from his experiences there. We had a couple of words to explain like transvestite.
(2)Zin Z.
Tired of places overcharging and not honoring discounts they give. $5.50 for draft blue moon. Had bd cerrtificate they emailed me, my friend had discount card they issued. Was told you cannot use both. Food is average, service ok, prices ridÃculos high.
(2)Eric L.
Good location right off the ocean on the other side of the street. They boast waterfront views but you cant really see anything outside of the restaurant. They have a lot of seafood on the menu. I got a chicken wrap which was pretty terrible. It was hard to eat. I will say the sweet potato chips for a side item is very good. Clam stip baskets are huge but they are not fresh like they claim to be. IThey have live music and a pretty large bar. Seems like a locals hangout. ts a decent place but you could probably do better if you are looking for seafood.
(2)Sheila M.
Surf is the kind of place you think of when you think of "beach bar". Ultra-casual, it had the expected row of Harleys out front, PVC furniture, live music, and a sense of what Florida was like 30 years ago. The deck was packed on the Thursday evening that we visited. It was pretty early, maybe 7, but the bar was crowded with locals, or near-locals. Located across the street from the beach, it was cool and windy but heaters kept us toasty. There are umbrellas and covered areas for warmer days. I can't get too excited about the food. Lot's of fried seafood, and standard pub fare. I had a huge Caesar salad with shrimp served in a pastry "bowl". I tried hard NOT to eat the bowl--but you know how that goes. They're apparently known for their sweet potato chips served with a "Texas petal sauce"--a mayo - catsup - horseradish mixture. The chips seemed a little mushy to me but tasty nonetheless. Service was friendly and fast. This is a good place for visitors to experience "authentic" Florida.
(3)C. K.
Really fun beach spot in Fernandina Beach, FL! Large diverse menu with great food and drink specials all the time! I love their lobster Sundays. Only $5.95 for a Maine Lobster! It comes only by itself, but is a deal! Many people eat 2 or 3 at a time! Their brochetta burger salad is delicious! It is their big burger beef patty, with swiss cheese served on top a huge bed of lettuce with chopped tomatoes and basil and a delicious dressing! They also have great wings and a fish fry and lots of other specials. They have live music every weekend and the place is always packed with lots of people dancing! Great people watching and a fun place to hang out with friends!
(4)Charles M.
The environment is better than the food and the pricing is reasonable. Service is kind of slow, but this may be due to the fact that the place was really crowded when we went. In fact, this place looked crowded every time we drove by, going back and forth from Amelia Island Plantation and downtown Fernandina. Perhaps, it is because there really aren't many other places to go around this area. There is an indoor area, but it was very empty on my visit. Also, it looks like a one-story motel is attached to this place.
(3)Annette G.
Honestly, I don't expect much from Roadhouse like places along the beaches of FLA. This one though, is a waste of money and time. The service is ridiculously slow. Coming from Orlando, I admit to being pampered somewhat by the service focused places around town, but this was unreal. It took 20 mins to get OUR DRINKS (2 iced teas and a diet coke). And, when they came, our lovely, barely literate waitress had her fingers in all the cups. Uhm... yuck. One of my dining companions has a severe food allergy to wheat, so she ordered a Cesar salad and fries, and made sure to say, very directly, 3 times, there should be no croutons because of her allergy. Salad came out with croutons. They tried to just pick them off and reserve it.... which is just absurd. Took another 45 mins to remake the salad. Fernandina Beach is beautiful, don't ruin your visit by eating (or staying?! HS! It's a motel too??!) here.
(1)MetallisA J.
All outdoor beach atmosphere. Good food and Live music most nights. Frozen drinks and pitchers of beer, great sports fan spot!
(4)Ryan R.
All you can eat wings on wed. were great! My wife got salad and fish and really liked it, too. Laid back atmosphere was good for kids, and the service was very friendly. Excited to go back.
(4)Jack M.
Fun spot for some peel & eat shrimp, wings and beer. Can walk to (on the beach -less than 2 miles) the Ritz.
(3)Ashley J.
Absolutely the worst meal we had during our trip to Amelia Island. I ordered the grilled shrimp and they were lifeless lumps of tasteless meat left on a plate with a bunch of undercooked vegetables. Everyone in my party agreed that the meal was too pricey and not enjoyable. Maybe our mistake was not ordering fried foods, but we were very disappointed in the quality of the food. The service also left something to be desired as my boyfriend's cup sat empty for the last half of our meal. I would definitely recommend going somewhere else regardless of how close to the beach this place is. Thumbs down!!
(1)Taylor W.
This place has gone down the hole in the past few years. It used to be a great place to kick back and enjoy the afternoon eating, listening to music, and enjoying the weather. The food quality has gone down since the planning of its closing, which has been pushed back many times.
(2)Liz M.
The atmosphere is really the best thing about this place, it's on the beach and mostly outside seating. The service was friendly and knowledgable but terribly slow. We were there well over an hour, we waited another 20 minutes to get the check and pay after we finished eating. This is not appreciated when you have a toddler in tow. The food was overpriced and not nicely done. I ordered one 4 ounce crab cake, it was $10. It was over-cooked, soggy and stale. The other dishes weren't any better...even the fries were soggy and poorly seasoned. It was very disappointing. There are a lot of other seafood, beachy restaurants on the island. Like I said, the atmosphere is great but for what they charge for the disappointing food, I will pass on this place next time.
(2)Amanda B.
2 stars says "Meh. I've experienced better" which is pretty much my entire thought We arrived at Senior City seven o'clock on a Friday evening and sat at the outside bar. The live music left much to be desired ( we all have that uncle that jams incessantly in the basement... yes, very similar to that). The bartender seems more interested in talking to regulars and off duty staff than us out-of-towners. We ordered the ahi tuna appetizer and the fried fish sandwich with hushpuppies. The tuna was unseasoned with no sear or crust of any kind. Reminicent of boiling. The fish sandwich was fine and not soggy, like I've had with others. The hushpuppies were the highlight of the meal and my husband and I were fighting over the last one. The mango tango drink was very good! We come to Fernandina every year at this time and have never yet been blown away by the surf.
(2)Scott U.
Sweet tea as sweet as their service! Absolutely love this place. Great food, live entertainment and exceptional service. Wings are great! Highly recommend the Kahuna sauce. Every time we visit the island we stop for lunch or dinner.
(5)Lori G.
We have been going to the Surf for years....always a great place for drinks and music. So when we started planning our wedding on the island, I knew the Surf was a great place for a casual laid back rehearsal dinner. I reached out to GM Matt and he was always very quick to respond and was excited to help me set up this event. The day of I followed up with him and was assured everything was good to go. Upon arriving that night, our tables were set up on the upper deck, right by the music. Lindsay was our server (for 20 people). She was spot on. Within minutes she learned everyone's name, knew what we were drinking and had things well under control. My entire party was impressed with the Surf and the great service that they provided for us. Thank you Matt & Lindsay!
(5)Eddie H.
Prices were good, food was pretty good. Not very kid friendly but nice deck for some sun and suds
(5)Carmen T.
My husband and I went there our last night in Fernandina and we loved it. Great food, excellent service, and great entertainment. We were able to listen to live music and watch football at the same time. I had the chopped salad and it was good. Nothing spectacular but very good. My husband had the shrimp po boy. It was very good except his bun fell apart before the first bite. All in all, a great night out. I wanted at t-shirt but waited at the hostess stand for about 5 minutes and decided to pass after no one came to help us. Still wish I would have got one! They were cool.
(4)Carol Z.
We stopped in after geo caching in the area for some beverages & SEC football. The views & location are great, the service was a bit lacking, & the food we ordered was ok, but not up to par for the price tag. Enjoy the locale, have some drinks & head elsewhere to feed your appetites.
(2)James L.
This is a great beach bar! Technically, it is across from the beach on the west side of Fletcher, but the beach is in view. They have surprisingly good bar food. The drinks are great as well. They have good live music that is pretty loud on the outside deck. The inside was remodeled a few years ago and now is very nice but small. The only down side is the service is very slow. In the off season it is OK, but in the summer it can take 20-30 minutes for a drink. I always just go get my own from the bar. A few more bartenders and waitresses would be welcome. Overall this is a very nice place which is why it is always packed in the summer.
(3)Greg C.
Save yourself allot of frustration and heartburn. We had a group of nine, had a table in about 20 minutes which wasn't bad. We ordered, all easy to cook meals, nothing any line cook couldn't blow out the door. After an hour and twenty minutes I finally asked for the manager. Multiple tables that had been seated after us had eaten and were gone, including a party of seven. He said they were trying to get smaller tables out faster. Whatever happened to cooking and serving the orders as they come in? And the food was just ok, frozen shrimp, tepid fries and hushpuppies hard enough to hurt someone with. Obviously the new owners have no concern for the quality of the food or service, you might as well shut the doors now, word will get around quickly....
(1)Scott U.
Great! Great! Great! We are so happy to see the new ownership in the Surf. Food was tasty and service was great. Menu had much more to offer and a much wider variety. Stopped by with family and we all enjoyed our meals. Yes there is a wait at times since the daily specials are oh so good, so either arrive early or enjoy a drink while listen to live music. Don't be frustrated like others have posted. Highly recommend the Ahi tuna and chicken wings. Both great!
(5)Barb K.
Can't rate the food or the service but if the greeting at the door was any indication I definately wont go back even without my dogs! No pets allowed as the girl put it , "even if they are in a stroller"....we have 2 - 4 lb dogs we take in a dog stroller, she was very snotty about it . We understand that there are still alot of places where you sit outdoors that wont allow animals, we don't quite understand it but we will gladly take our business to Falcons Nest at the Plantation Resort where our dogs are welcome and so is our money. We thought since this area is pretty much tourist they might be a little friendlier.
(1)NB K.
This bit of Margaritaville in northernmost Florida was a lovely ending to a long day of travel, surrounded by good friends and pleasant (if loud) music. "Bar food" is the menu's staple, but there was a good selection of beers, the waitress was pleasant and the chickee hut "building" fit the bill. I think of it as more bar than restaurant, and if that's what you are in the mood for, do stop in.
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