Calypso | Restaurant & Raw Bar

Fantastic local place for best seafood in the country! Love the blackened swordfish and whatever else is freshly caught for the day. Raw oysters were great and the scallops delicious! Highly recommend! Can't wait to come back and sample Curry and Roti! Also have vegetarian options! ❤️

Oh my goodness—100/10. I've lived in Florida for about 18 months and this is the best restaurant I've been to, and the best meal I've had in at least a decade. My parents were just in town visiting and we went twice. Everything from service to food to staff is absolutely exceptional, great vibes and energy, and love the decor as well. Truly incredible, highest quality and freshest seafood—including the best lobster I've ever had—far beyond any fancy steakhouse. I don't even like mahi mahi and tried my mom's—I could have eaten the entire plate. It's 9:43 AM and I'm still salivating thinking about it. WOW.

**Date Visited:** August 20, 2025 **Servers:** Allison (bar) & Rachel (table) 🍽️ Atmosphere & Ambience Calypso’s is tucked into a strip mall on Cypress Avenue—definitely off the beaten path. From the outside, it looks like a hole-in-the-wall, but inside it’s got the charm of a neighborhood bar and grill. No frills, no fuss, just a laid-back vibe that invites you to settle in and enjoy. 🧑‍🍳 Service We sat at the bar, where Allison kept things flowing and Rachel handled our order. Both were friendly and attentive, making the experience feel personal and relaxed. 🍴 Food & Drink We came for fried shrimp, and Calypso’s delivered in spades. The shrimp were large, fresh, and perfectly fried—hands down the best of the trip. We both had potato salad, and split sides: fries for me, homemade slaw for Carol. Everything was fresh and flavorful. I had a large Fat Tire, she had a Sprite, and the pairing worked just fine. 💰 Value Fair prices, generous portions, and top-tier flavor. We even had enough shrimp left over for lunch the next day—always a bonus. 🌟 Overall Impression Calypso’s is a gem. It may not look like much from the outside, but the food speaks for itself. Fresh fish, great sides, and a welcoming vibe make it a must-visit. One of our favorite stops on this trip.

I’ve been wanting to come here for years but they weren’t open on the weekends, well they are now! I really enjoyed Calypso and Estefania our waitress was so nice . The mussels and oysters are verrrrry good! Highly recommend .

We are traveling from Kansas City and stopped in from a friend recommendation. The atmosphere is casual with an island vibe, the service from Antonio was impeccable. The food was amazing. To see all the fresh catch choices was awesome. I recommend the fish dip as an appetizer, the grouper and hogfish were delicious. We were stuffed but couldn’t resist the homemade desserts to took the Peanut butter pie and the double coconut pie to go.

This is my favorite local restaraunt. I always take out of towners, go on birthdays and special occasions. The food is fresh and reasonably priced. Always feel healthy after I eat a meal here. The service and environment is exceptional. Everything on the menu is good. Some of my favorite items are the coconut pie, chicken wings, oysters, bbq shrimp and even their side salad is delicious. Probably the best place in Pompano.

Simple: we went there three times (lunch and twice for dinners) in three days as we enjoyed the atmosphere, the friendly service and the choice of sea food. Great variety, very fresh and simply cooked. On top, prices are reasonable. Loved the oyster with crab meat on top, the crab and the fried calamars.

Wow, all I can say!! The Mrs picked this place because of the reviews & variety of dishes & it did not disappoint. We started with the mango buffalo shrimp, the piña colada sauce it comes with was just "out of bounds". The Mrs got the Hogfish platter "Bahamian style" with veggies & 2 sides & it did not disappoint, I got the Creole shrimp & grits special & it was amazing. The Mrs never had fish this way before & said her fish was flavorful in the butter sauce, the veggies were delish & the curry cauliflower was off da hook. For me, the shrimp was big & tender, the grits were creamy & the sauce was sweet & savory. I am a shrimp & grits person & this was the first time I had it this way, it was so good it was "sexy". If you want great food, a unique atmosphere & Superb service, come here. Shout out to Antonio, he made our experience very enjoyable, we will be back for sure. I would give this place (10) stars if I could.

Grouper so fresh it practically swims off the plate covered in jerk seasoning, blackening spice, perfectly fried, or just straight grilled. BBQ shrimp that dances the cha‑cha on your tongue as it burrs with flavor. Piña colada sauce that whispers... yells... it's SUMMERTIME in your mouth! Service so attentive you'd think they read your mind... and Antonio makes it feel like dinner with family. He even steals your chair and try's to grab a conch fritter if you're gone from the table for too long. Speaking of conch fritters! Calypso's conch fritters vanish faster than your weekend plans and make you wander "where is the filler and flour?". If you've never wondered that, you've never had a real conch fritter! At least not one from Calypso's.

Greeted and seated very quickly. The restaurant has a nautical vibe with dock-themed decorations. My shrimp and scallop burger (I've never had one so I wasn't sure...) I could taste the shrimp and the scallops... blended into a nice patty the screamed Yummy! To my tastebuds. The potato salad brought me back down memory lane to a family cookout... it was perfect--didn't come from a lame super market The carrot cake was quite good, I like mine a little moister. I'll be back to try the cobbler.

UPDATED REVIEW I dined at Calypso for lunch with my mom and it was both good and bad - sadly - it was mostly bad. THE GOOD Cleanliness/Vibe - The restaurant was spotless and the new renovation really is good. I've been there since the renovation and the colors are bright and vibrant. The atmosphere is very laid back and island like. It could easily be a restaurant in Islamorada or somewhere else in the Keys. Salad - The house salad with the ginger dressing is always fresh and delicious. That dressing is truly great and that has not changed. Service - The service has always been friendly and welcoming. That has remained fantastic and that begins the minute you step through the front door. The hostess is very friendly and I've never had a rude or surely server here. Always great with the wait staff and front of house. THE BAD - Fried Shrimp -My mom ordered a fried shrimp appetizer. She got a dozen fried shrimp that were all good size. In fact, I wished I had only ordered the fried shrimp app until....we realized that her shrimp had NOT been cleaned. I noticed she was picking off the breading and cleaning her shrimp. When I asked her what was going on, she lifted a mud vein out of her shrimp on her fork and she told me they had not been cleaned. I ordered the fried shrimp entree and my shrimp were jumbo shrimp that had been butterflied (cleaned). However, her shrimp app had shrimp that were large enough that they could have and should have been cleaned. I'm sorry but that's just gross and my 87 year old mother struggled through her lunch trying her best to clean these shrimp that, for some reason, had not been deveined. While my shrimp were cleaned and good, the only thing I would say that would keep these shrimp from being nigh perfect (apart from pulling out the mud vein) is the breading. The breading is, in my opinion, too heavy. I'd eaten fried shrimp at Isle of Palm in several locations in May and every place I ordered fried shrimp had excellent light breading and that really makes a difference with regards to how long the shrimp have to be cooked. I would give my fried shrimp an 8 out of 10, but my mom's shrimp got a 0 because who wants to eat feces. I mean....gross! Potato Salad - This looked so good and it tasted SO BLAND. There was absolutely no flavor. I took one bite and put the bowl aside. The presentation looked great, but the flavor was absolutely nothing beyond that of boiled unsalted potatoes. This is a southern staple that is so easy to get right. I'm not sure what recipe they are using but, and I'm not trying to be snarky in the slightest, Publix potato salad is next level compared to this. Collard Greens - Speaking of southern staple...if you're going to offer collards, there are some things that are just sacrilege when it comes to greens. I have never ever heard of collards made with sautéed onions. The main ingredient for collards should be ham hocks in the pot and they need to be cooked down with those or some form of pork. Apple cider vinegar adds a nice flavor profile for collards, too. However, these were just weird. Having grown up in Pompano Beach, I've had collards all my life and I have never tasted anything so bizarre. The texture was all wrong - these seemed to have been sautéed like kale because they were crunchy. The cut was all wrong, too. I've never seen collards presented with a chiffonade cut. The onions had been sautéed separately in something else and they just didn't taste good. All I can say is that for anyone familiar with collard greens and soul food, this will taste weird, at best. Sadly, I cannot recommend Calypso any longer. However, the few things that I have mentioned from my lunch today are not difficult items to address. A few tweaks to the recipes and I believe they will be back on top.

I have eaten here many many times. It's usually busy which says a lot so get there early or be prepared you may wait a little. I sit at the bar with Julio. He is the BEST. It's clean, chill and tropical vibe. I have had many things. Two of my favorite is the West Indie BBQ shrimp with a side of well done grid to dip in the sauce. YUM. My other favorite is the shrimp and scallop burger (I don't have a picture. Everything is good

The food and service are excellent! Highly recommend the place! Wish they took reservations or did call ahead!

I really liked this place. Very clean and well put together. I admit I am no expert on Caribbean food but this was a great meal. I had Mussels special. They were served in a spicy, herbaceous and garlic forward tomato broth. I have had many versions of this dish. This was my favorite yet. Home run. I also ate Jerk Hogfish and Rice with Pigeon Peas. The Jerk seasoning had a really nice kick and a ton of flavor. Everything tasted very clean and healthy. Julio was one of the best bartenders I have ever had. It felt like he had been doing this for a lifetime. I am sure he is responsible for more than just the bar but he was there every time I needed something.

5/12/25 Beautiful center cut swordfish, pan seared served with a side of potato salad fit the bill for me this evening. Hubby opted for the triple tail stuffed with crab meat. He had a side of black beans and a baked potato. Everything was fabulous. Great service ( thanks Rachael) fresh fish in a cozy relaxed atmosphere.

4/1/25- wow blacken grouper sandwich. Hugh. Delious. Every thing here is really very good

Love, wish they delivered. Food is always fresh, specials are great, lunch menu is totally reasonable. Desserts are really good too.

Really friendly service and really good food! What more can you ask for? We started with some clams, which were a little overcooked and on the chewy side. But the flavors were delicious. All of the burgers were pretty amazing too. The bread was honestly ok but the seafood was amazing. I got my fish with the jerk seasoning, low-key afraid it would be too spicy for me because I've had jerk chicken before and it practically made me cry. But the spiciness wasn't too bad, it was kind of perfect for me! (Not to say it isn't spicy, if you can't handle spice, you still probably shouldn't order the jerk seasoning.) And some of the burgers come with a really delicious mustard(?) sauce.

Decided on having a late lunch, early dinner around 4:30 at Calypso. Good thing we arrived earlier as by 6pm, there were people sitting outside waiting for a table. New to the restaurant and menu, we took our time reading it, often referring to our helpful and pleasant waiter. While doing so, we shared a tasty and tender conch salad. Next came two entrees: Curry Dolphin and Julio's combo of shrimp, scallop, grilled dolphin in a Caribbean marinade. Both were delicious. The interior is clean with a pleasant decor. Our server told us that the original owners were from The Bahamas. Hence there are still many choices on the menu that are either Bahamian or have a Caribbean influence. The choices of fish platters are plenty. Calypso is definitely on the must try list.

Calypso Restaurant is a casual restaurant located in the Garden Isles Shopping Center along Cypress Road with some tiki island ambiance. Warmly greeted by a female employee, Rachel, who allowed me to sit anywhere in the restaurant which was not busy. As I got settled, I was asked what I wanted to drink. Being my first time here, I was unsure. I was then given a drink & food menu and a few minutes to make my decision. Prices are moderate. The menu had a vast selection of dishes which was influenced by Caribbean cuisine: * Appetizers/soups/salads/sides * Burgers & cutters (island lingo for sandwich) * Entrees/rotis/curries * Meat & poultry/fish & chips * Raw bar platter/lunch platter * Daily specials & desserts * Cold beverages/beer/wine For my drink I had a glass of Stella Rose Moscato which was lightly sweet and crisp. First I started off with a small house salad consisting of romaine lettuce, tomato, shredded red cabbage/carrots and sliced cucumber, topped with honey mustard dressing. It was very tasty. Next came the entree - Stamp & Go which was two saltfish patties served with my choice of two sides (rice & peas and fried plantain). The fried plantains was fried nicely and was sweet, just how I Iike 'em. The rice and peas was cooked to a soft consistency and was full of flavor just like it was made in the islands. Rachel was nice enough to give me some curry sauce on the side since I stated I don't like eating dry rice, and it made the rice taste so much better. The saltfish patties was crunchy on the outside and flavorful on the inside mixed with curry, onions, and red/green peppers. When Rachel came and asked if things were to my liking, I replied that the food exceeded my expectations. I literally felt like I've been transported to the islands...the only thing that was missing was some island music to solidify the vibe. Last I had the bread pudding for dessert.  It was served warm topped with whipped cream and cinnamon....absolutely scrumptious! On the verge of being overstuffed with all that delicious food, I asked Rachel for a container to carry my leftovers home. I also ordered a chicken roti to take home to eat later. Rachel gave satisfactory customer service and I hope she's around the next time I stop by. Now if you'll excuse me, I have to waddle to my vehicle.

Hidden Gem in Pompano Beach You walk in and it looks much different than you think it would from the outside, super cute!! There's a tiki bar inside which is where we sat. You're immediately greets by a warm smile, the service was great. There are daily specials with tons of fresh caught fish options and homemade desserts. We tried the Blacken Hogfish which was delicious, along with the Conch Salad and the Coconut Curry Mussels. Mussels have the most tasty broth!! Just be careful it will stain your finger nails ;) Highly recommend this place 10/10

Good, service just wonderful. We have come here from time to time and have never been disappointed. The food is consistently good. Worth checking out if you want a fair price for excellent quality cooking. Compliments to the chef!

Excellent fish! So fresh and so good. Plus great service to boot. Well done calypso. We will be back for more.

Went to the restaurant Wednesday night after a couple people suggested the food was good to our surprise. It was overpriced and the portions were less than a lunch menu. We spent over $100 got a fish which virtually had no fish in it and a grouper that was less than 4 ounces in size the only thing that was good was the house salad and the glass of wine very disappointed! The owner just wrote back to me about my review and said we should've complained to the waiter however we never saw him after he delivered the food to the table until it's time to pick up the check. Also if I go to a nice restaurant I don't expect to send the food back to the kitchen

I guess this is not a hidden gem. Monday lunch and restaurant was mostly full. Rachel, our waitress was very courteous and welcoming. Space between tables was generous. But the food is the star here. Fried shrimp were cleary freshly battered and nicely pink on the inside. Conch chowder very tasty. My shrimp and scallop burger with coleslaw was outstanding. The mustard-sauce was the perfect condiment. They have a nice beer and wine selection as well. Don't forget key lime pie for dessert. Not on the beach, but certainly has the flavor of the Bahamas.

A local favorite and totally Florida Keys vibes inside with the decor and food selection. The staff is friendly and efficient. The menu has sandwiches, salads, soups, tacos and a lot of unique curry dishes. There's fresh daily catches on the specials board around the restaurant. We started with this bold and rich flavored shrimp appetizer. It had a little kick to it but tasted very good. Shrimp was plump and tender. I also tried a cup of their clam chowder which was creamy with lots of fresh little clams on the bottom of the bowl. For an entree, I had the Stamp & Go lunch platter which comes with two large salted cod fish cakes. Densely compacted and full of mushed fish meat, these cakes are delicious but too salty for me to eat on its own. I ate all the shredded lettuce it came with to chow down one cake and I could've eaten another plate of lettuce just to finish the other cake. Will be venturing back to try more menu items though! Their fresh dessert cakes looked amazing.

1st Saturday Dec. 7th 2024 OPEN FOR DINNER!!! Saturday 4pm - 9pm Antonio was our friendly waiter who explained the dishes well and was very attentive to our dining experience tonight! Thank you!! The atmosphere was cozy and the restaurant was nicely decorated for Christmas We started with a Bang-Bang Shrimp appetizer which was EXCELLENT! The Thai Shrimp Curry soup was very tasty The side salad had a fresh ginger salad dressing that was amazing and made fresh daily. For dinner I had the Scallops blackened, served with a pineapple salsa that complimented the scallops very well and gave it a fresh Caribbean taste. Served with a side of sweat plantains and fresh coleslaw both were delicious! We had no room for dessert, but all their desserts are homemade daily. (Next time...) Glad my wife recommended going to Calypso tonight. Will definitely be back very soon! Was a great dinner with my wife!!! The new owners keep the same menu and recipes and even added air conditioning in the kitchen to cool off the chefs.

First time there. Everything from the food to the staff was fantastic. Looking forward to returning in the coming weeks. This place could be addicting.

You know what I hate? That moment when the waiter comes to your table and asks you how the food is. I couldn't speak because I just took a big 'ol' mouth full of fish taco. What's a girl to do? Flailing arms, clapping hands like a wild woman and sticking two thumbs up in the air was all about I could muster. Those blackened fish tacos were that good. My friend suggested that we come here for a tasty lunch. Make sure you walk through the door the minute they open. If not, you could be waiting for a table. It smells like bleach and cleaning fluids if you are the first to arrive, but hang around to see what others ordered and become consumed with the smell of fresh fish and Jamaican seasonings. I'll be back for another meal and make sure I have room for dessert. Now that I can speak without a mouth full of food, all I can say is, outstanding!

I come all the way from Palm Beach this is the freshest fish in South Florida, Super nice staff Love this place

I think I have eaten here a dozen times, but never reviewed. This is a simple but excellent little place. The fish selection is better than most seafood places and always perfectly cooked. Often the menu includes tripletail, hogfish and other highly prized catches. Fish is the main event but sides are also terrific. Service is as good as the food. This place is small and fills up quickly. In season, there is a line at opening time. The location is in a worn out strip center but dont be fooled by the setting. Foodies that know fish flock to this place. Cant wait to go back. Pricey, but worth every nickel.

Good food and service Had fresh group sandwich and an ice tea-price was$33 including tip. What I find unusual is that this place is in a strip mall in pompano and prices are higher than restaurants in Victoria park or other upscale areas . The crowd is mostly retirees and office staff and they go often here but frankly The prices are higher than upscale areas

Great fresh food Always good service Fun place to visit often! Take guests there and they love it. Especially oysters.

Incredible fresh fish, cooked perfectly. I had the sautéed tilefish, absolutely delicious and melt in your mouth; a friend had the fish and chips which was also incredibly delicate, not greasy and not over cooked. The mango buffalo shrimp appetizer with piña sauce was a really interesting twist on the usual one-note buffalo sauce. Service was very fast and friendly -- we had time constraints at lunch and everything came quickly made to order. Will definitely be coming back whenever in Pompano!

The food was not good. The conch was rubbery and flavorless. The lobster was also overcooked. The salad was awesome and very fresh. The server was good and the atmosphere was fun. Lots of locals.

The food here is amazing! We had the fried conch fritters, and bbq shrimp for appetizers. So delicious! The bbq shrimp tasted like a combination of bbq and jerk. The crab stuffed shrimp was my husband's meal and that was good. We also ordered the dolphin roti. It was delicious but was missing a sweet sauce accompaniment like tamarind sauce. They used dalpuri roti. The dessert was bread pudding and it was so good! The service was lightning fast as well. Overall a great experience!

The scratch made food, the fresh seafood, and the incredible service definitely warrant a visit to this out-of-the-way restaurant. Not necessarily that it's far away but it's located in a strip mall next to a laundromat. Hey seriously had food envy over every dish that came out of the kitchen. A must see, a must eat!

Updating my review- I must say Calypso still is a phenomenal restaurant - even though it was sold- the new owners (awhile ago) have kept everything running smoothly. We went for dinner- 1st time- you must get there early- there are no reservations. We were seated after about a 30 minute wait- definitely worth the wait!!! Started out with fresh Oysters from Virginia. They were delicious. Tried the hot sauces- although- not the Scotch Bonette.I'm not that brave! . Hubby ordered one of the specials- they were out so he ordered the clams with chorizo. OMG. The sauce was addicting!!! I will definitely order this next time! For the mains- I ordered grilled yellowtail with black beans & plantains. I was so full- I had to take home. Hubby got the Pumpkin Swordfish with peas & rice!!! He said it was delicious & also had to take home. He wanted dessert- coconut pie. Amazing!!! This place is casual with a Caribbean Vibe!!! Definitely welcoming & relaxed atmosphere!!! A must for fresh seafood lovers!!!

We have been coming to Calypso for many years and have never been disappointed by the food. We were worried that it would change under the new owner but it is still the same and just as great as before. We went for lunch and had the coconut shrimp appetizer, which were super crispy and fresh. I had the bbq shrimp, a must try item, if you haven't had it yet. The other members of my party had the fish sandwich with fried mahi and the shrimp and scallop burger. The fried fish sandwich was very fresh and tasty. The shrimp and scallop burger was good too, but we did not care for the sauce that came with it. The inside of the restaurant was clean and decorated with the same island theme. Overall, great lunch!

The food is very well made and the price is right. This is a local resident gem. Come here to get away from the pricey beach places and see how the locals eat!

Can you say, "Fresh Fish?" If so, this is the place. A no-nonsense, simple presentation spot that was packed when we arrived and packed when we left and for good reason...fresh fish. Check the blackboard, order your fav and enjoy. Could a restaurant concept be simpler?

been meaning to come to this place for a really long time. They're not open on the weekend so it's kind of challenging. We ended up finally coming here. They have very good service and a great selection of drinks. I ended up having the dolphin (mahi) curry which was really tasty and well put together. they have a good selection of hot sauces too.

Been there 2x. Both times good ok. Some dishes overly salty and fish a bit on the dry side. And a bit expensive. Ambiance very nice. Service very good especially Sarah

Go here for lunch often. They have amazing wahoo fish and everything is always awesome.

Lovvvve Calypso! Neighborhood gem that always has fresh delicious seafood prepared well.

Very established neighborhood restaurant with very pleasant staff. There is a reason this place has been open for thirty something years, good food. It has a good sized menu with plenty of daily offerings as well as a nice selection of fresh fish. If it's on their menu, they made it in house...including salad dressings to desserts. We started with the conch chowder and conch fritters. The chowder was absolutely fine, but not in my top five...it was a good solid vegetable soup with a decent amount of ground conch. I added a good splash of hot sauce, but it had just a tickle of heat in the back of your throat before that. We enjoyed the fritters more, crunchy on the outside and just a little "custardy" on the inside. The cocktail sauce that came with it was very good. Both the wahoo and the dolphin were really good, the jerk was not too spicy but the heat built up. I think I may prefer the blackened seasoning, but both were good. The pigeon peas and rice were quite good, not dry at all. The sauce for the Spicy Cucumbers was a welcome surprise, it was great. I tried it on my rice and it was terrific that way as well. If you order the rice and like a bit of spice, ask the f you can order that sauce on the side to mix into the pigeon peas and rice. The grilled asparagus was perfect. If you aren't aware of how different Caribbean cuisines cook their plantains, don't expect Cuban style, but they're still good. We tried two desserts, the Butterfinger Bread Pudding and the Coconut Pie. Both were very good. The bread pudding was moist enough and the Double Coconut Pie will surprise you by not being very sweet. I assume they call it Double Coconut because the pie crust is made from shredded coconut as well. The whipped cream, which I don't generally eat, was an excellent addition to both desserts. Actually, neither dessert was too sweet, which depending on your sweet tooth may impact your choice of desserts...but fear not as they have several options for dessert. If you haven't been here before, or even heard of it...because it's unlikely too many of you have driven by it...you should really give this locally owned restaurant a visit. The usuals, of which there were many, may not appreciate you taking up a table but you'll appreciate the food.

Very pleasant experience. Passed by many times but never tried. Without a doubt this is obviously a local favorite. Far from the tourist scene. The oysters, salads, entrees and sides were all delicious. Our server Antonio was able to manage many tables on a packed night. Service with a smile. The bill was a bit higher than expected especially for the one slice of key lime pie. Only other issue was the wine list which was not extensive and the choices were expensive. Will return

Way overrated! Should have left right away when the hostess that "greeted" us had a really bad attitude like she was doing us a favor. Bad start! Everything from the appetizers and entrees to the dessert was just MEH. We were all disappointed and everything was way overpriced. In a really crappy strip center with no parking to boot.

It was hard to tell if this place was open at first because of their tinted windows and curtains but once inside this place was popping. It's a small dining area so it fills up quick. They have several options for food from freshly caught seafood to even jerk chicken. I ordered the Calypso Cutter. It was the first time I've ever had a bread bowl filled with cheese sauce and shrimp. It was pretty tasty. Service was great, considering how busy it was!

Food was outstanding and the service was great also would highly recommend to anyone . We had the wings the bbq shrimp and the fish and chips . For desert we had the coconut pie best I have ever had.

I finally made it to Calypso thanks to Holly. This is a beloved Pompano institution known for making all of its own salad dressings, coleslaw, tartar and cocktail sauces, desserts and seasonings. Calypso was created in 1990 by Lora and Chuck Ternosky who moved to south Florida from New Jersey and who ran all aspects of this Caribbean restaurant for 32 years. They named the restaurant after the Afro-Caribbean syncopated music that originated in Trinidad and Tobago. In January of this year Calypso was sold to the owners of South Florida-based Mad Hospitality Group. My friend and I were at Old Town Untapped and not really feeling the food trucks when she suggested we come here instead. They have just reopened from a break where they did some refreshments and fortunately the wait for a table was not very long at all. Calypso is located in the Garden Isles Shopping Shopping Center. The restaurant is small but cozy. One side is a bar under a thatched tiki roof with a few tables and the other side of the restaurant is the main dining room. I loved their tropical island decor and the wall mural that includes the local Hillsboro Lighthouse. The Calypso menu features soups, salads, sandwiches which they call cutters, seafood, meat, chicken, roti, and curries. Specials are written on boards throughout the restaurant. I started with a glass of Cupcake Chardonnay and a shared appetizer of their Coconut Shrimp. The shrimp were jumbo sized, fried to perfection, and served with a delectable pina colada and sweet chili sauce. The entire dish was outstanding. For my meal I ordered the fish and chips. Three large hunks of fish in a beer batter were served on a bed of steak fries. The standout was the house made tartar sauce. For dessert my friend and I split the bread pudding and both agreed the cinnamon infused sauce was the best part. It is easy to see why this casual, island themed eatery is so beloved. People were enjoying hanging out at the bar and lingering over meals at the tables. I was never here before the change in ownership which a lot of people have opinions on. All I can say is I enjoyed the atmosphere, service, and everything I ate. Chuck and Lora created something great and I am sure Calypso will be here for many more generations to enjoy.

This restaurant is a gem. Could be 5 stars if they hired 1-2 more servers. Attempted coming multiple times this week but the restaurant always had an hour+ wait. Once we did get it in the server was good and nice but frankly overwhelmed with the number of people and tables. Came specifically for some fresh fish but by the time we ordered entrees they were put which was a disappointment. Conch Fritters, plantains, fried red snapper and key lime pie were all great. Very reasonable prices but don't go if you're in any kind of rush, and go early.

Calypso was recommended by a coworker. I've been wanting to check it out so today I did. I don't know why I waited so long. Despite not having a sign on the building I found it and so glad I did. It is EXTREMELY CLEAN from the front sidewalk, dining area, bar, to the restroom. It's what all restaurants should aspire to! Thank you. Now let's talk food. The menu was extensive and very inviting. I settled on a draft beer, grilled oysters (only ever had them raw before), Yellow Edge Grouper entree. So fresh and delicious. The entree came with 2 sides and a salad. If you can stand some heat, opt for the spicy cucumbers!!. The house Caribbean Ginger dressing was so delicious. I bought some to go... Staff was courteous and very helpful explaining the menu. Calypso did not disappoint, and I will be back! Thank you.

One of my new favorite restaurants. This restaurant is hidden in a strip center, but the food is fantastic. The restaurant is closed on Saturday and Sunday. For appetizers, I highly recommend the West Indies BBQ Shrimp and the Conch Salad. The Grilled Oysters were good, but tiny. The Jerk Chicken was a phenomenal entree -- the flavor was incredible (spicy though). For sides, the Spicy Cucumbers were great. For the portion sizes, the prices are extremely reasonable. Do not leave without ordering the Bread Pudding -- best bread pudding I have had.

My friend Kevin and I decided to have lunch at Calypso. We noticed they had lunch specials and we decided to get the jerk half chicken ($11.95). The menu said several times that it was spicy, so I asked our nice server Eimear, if they could make it a bit less spicy. She said, yes.....I'll order it light on the Jerk. We got the plate fairly quickly and OMG...the chicken was heavenly. The breast was moist and nicely seasoned all the way through....the dark meat area was also deliciously marinated and roasted....It was one of the best jerk chickens I've had in a long time....Excellent food, excellent server, great experience....I asked for the pigeon beans and rice as a side....delish.....as well...... They have many seafood specials on the menu and on the board...that is something to try next time...for those not big on seafood, you can get a burger or a sandwich.... Eimear was a delightful sever, very attentive and very friendly. Great asset to the restaurant.

This is my favorite restaurant in the Fort Lauderdale area. I went back four times during my stay. It is a Hoppin vibe and usually await, but it is worth every morsel. The octopus appetizer is unbelievable, but the comforters are the best ever so full of conch and moist and the fish is so fresh. I just love this hidden gem.

Gone are Chuck and Lora and you can tell, as this Caribbean Haven has changed. Friends suggested we meet here, we haven't been since it was sold, so it was a great idea. I knew we needed to get here early as it was Friday, and in the pas,t the line is usually out the door. We were meeting at 5:45, early enough to hopefully miss the rush. My husband suggested we go early and have a drink at the bar and get a table before the crowds. We arrived at 5:15 and the bar was empty. There were 5 or 6 tables still available and we told the hostess we were meeting another couple and would be at the bar. We asked if she could let us know when there were 2 tables left so that we could grab one. Her response was no I can't do that. OK. we went to the bar got two seats, and the bartender who's been there forever put a couple of menus in front of us and we told him we were meeting friends so we were just going to have drinks. He grabbed the menus turned his back and was actually pretty standoffish. I was a little taken aback and I thought OK maybe he's just having a bad day. My husband ordered a beer I ordered a glass of wine and we kept our eyes open as people were walking in so that we could grab a table. The bar used to have a cool vibe, tonight it was different. Service was ok and so was the food. My favorite, Grilled Squid Steak was not available, either were the Mussels. West Indies Shrimp. Not my favorite. 8 wild Shrimp drowning in a brown butter sauce. It was supposed to be spicy but it had no taste and there was way too much sauce. Bouillabaisse was packed with seafood but it was also tasteless. All dinners come with 2 sides and a salad. The ginger dressing and coleslaw are still good. All in all, it was an ok dinner. The past is the past, it's quite noticeable and it's time for me to move on.