Hushpuppies appetizer was huge, 10 pieces. The jalapeño aioli was delicious. Drinks were delicious.I had the Ponce Inlet Chicken sandwich, which was good. Sweet potato fries were mostly tasteless.Coconut cay mahi- a large portion of mahi with one dimensional flavor. Plantains were an interesting side dish.Overall, servings were large and we left very full. Two drinks, two entrees, one appetizer = $86+. They do add a service charge for using credit cards.Our server was friendly. Could have been slightly more attentive (by the time he checked on us with our food it was mostly gone) but the table next to us was giving him a difficult time.Wasn’t super clear where the front door was. The front porch has dining seating but it was all put away/stacked due to being off season.I appreciated that the music was kept to a decent level and I could near the conversation at my table.
J Schetti
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January 12, 2026
Always great food and great service. Joe took good care of us tonight! The Big Wave and the Mayport Garlic Shrimp 😋
Yes, the food is not fast food priced, but what do you expect at the beach for fresh seafood, big meals and good food all around? We go whenever we are in town!
April Juillerat
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December 26, 2025
Thought from the location and description this would be a Waterfront Restaurant, its not. Outdoor dining gets you a nice view of the busy street. 4 beers 1 appetizer and two entrees came to $150 before tip. A little pricey to me.
Casey McClanahan
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January 26, 2026
Riptides Raw Bar and Grill offers excellent service with attentive, polite staff. My server was intuitive and responsive, making for a thoroughly enjoyable lunch experience. The management on duty was professional, courteous, and clearly committed to guest satisfaction; I personally observed the manager handle challenging situations with other patrons calmly and effectively, leaving everyone satisfied. The food was fresh, well-prepared, and served hot. I look forward to returning in the future.
That said, I do have one concern. I was disappointed by the newly added service fee on my bill. I have always been generous with gratuities for Riptides’ serving staff, and I find it somewhat off-putting, or at least not in good taste, to be charged an additional fee simply for choosing to dine at this establishment.
Margot Laskowska
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October 27, 2025
Service was very nice and courteous. Drinks were very good. The food came swiftly, conch fritters were tasty, calamari pretty good, but the fish tacos were just okay, French fries not my type. The place is rustic, tables are thick painted wood.
Hushpuppies appetizer was huge, 10 pieces. The jalapeño aioli was delicious. Drinks were delicious.I had the Ponce Inlet Chicken sandwich, which was good. Sweet potato fries were mostly tasteless.Coconut cay mahi- a large portion of mahi with one dimensional flavor. Plantains were an interesting side dish.Overall, servings were large and we left very full. Two drinks, two entrees, one appetizer = $86+. They do add a service charge for using credit cards.Our server was friendly. Could have been slightly more attentive (by the time he checked on us with our food it was mostly gone) but the table next to us was giving him a difficult time.Wasn’t super clear where the front door was. The front porch has dining seating but it was all put away/stacked due to being off season.I appreciated that the music was kept to a decent level and I could near the conversation at my table.
Always great food and great service. Joe took good care of us tonight! The Big Wave and the Mayport Garlic Shrimp 😋 Yes, the food is not fast food priced, but what do you expect at the beach for fresh seafood, big meals and good food all around? We go whenever we are in town!
Thought from the location and description this would be a Waterfront Restaurant, its not. Outdoor dining gets you a nice view of the busy street. 4 beers 1 appetizer and two entrees came to $150 before tip. A little pricey to me.
Riptides Raw Bar and Grill offers excellent service with attentive, polite staff. My server was intuitive and responsive, making for a thoroughly enjoyable lunch experience. The management on duty was professional, courteous, and clearly committed to guest satisfaction; I personally observed the manager handle challenging situations with other patrons calmly and effectively, leaving everyone satisfied. The food was fresh, well-prepared, and served hot. I look forward to returning in the future. That said, I do have one concern. I was disappointed by the newly added service fee on my bill. I have always been generous with gratuities for Riptides’ serving staff, and I find it somewhat off-putting, or at least not in good taste, to be charged an additional fee simply for choosing to dine at this establishment.
Service was very nice and courteous. Drinks were very good. The food came swiftly, conch fritters were tasty, calamari pretty good, but the fish tacos were just okay, French fries not my type. The place is rustic, tables are thick painted wood.