Palm Valley Fish Camp

This was our fourth time at the Palm Valley Fish Camp. All visits arriving by boat or jet ski. The good news are the dock hands ready willing and willing and able to help you get rafted up if need be. On this last visit we met the hostess and were quickly seated outside by the water. It was a great table and close to the live music. Great music BTW. Seems to happen every Saturday and Sunday. The menu is extensive. The menu is available to view online before you arrive to check out if it suits your fancy. We tried Grouper Bites, Seafood Gumbo, Fish Tacos, Shrimp and Grits & Chicken Caesar Salad. I saw a table over a group enjoying the Chocolate Chip Cookie Sandwich with vanilla ice cream in the middle. The cookie 🍪 comes out heated and the ice cream is obviously in the middle. Deeeelicious. I wish I had skipped the entrees and went straight to dessert. It’s a really neat place to go and all of us had a great meal together at a wonderful location. We will be going back again soon I promise.

Location is superb, right on water. Food was inconsistent - while the fried sea bass was 10/10, the two soups and shrimp with grits weren’t that great. Tables inside of the restaurant are very close to each other so it feels cramped.

I dream about the Spicy Seafood Linguine all of the time. Everything is so fresh and seasoned perfectly. Love the atmosphere and service is always top notch! I’ve also been to St. Augustine Fish Camp, and the food is consistent between locations. 10/10!!

Honestly, hands down: both the best hush puppies and calamari I've ever had. We split a great soup, appetizer and two entrees, fantastic meal. Sat out on the waterfront, would highly recommend.

A great dining experience. An all encompassing menu with excellent service. Todd was our server. The food taste from appetizer to dessert is exquisite. The natural setting overlooking the intracoastal waterway is a bonus.

We’re looking for a fish restaurant and choose this one just randomly. The restaurant exceeded our expectations. The location is beautiful, nice and friendly staff, tidy place and delicious food. We ordered special meals that were a little more expensive than we expected but food was flavorful 😋. Dessert was soft and delicious. While we ate we’re enjoying the atmosphere, flowers and river view. If you visit Jacksonville you should come here and make your own unforgettable experience 😍

This was a very great experience. We sat outside under the tent and the restaurant was full and the atmosphere was nice. Our server Tom was patient and helpful with the elderly couple I was there with. We ordered the steak, fish sandwich and blackened founder. The food was all so good and we got dessert to go. The peanut butter pie is delicious!

Beautiful atmosphere, friendly service, and delicious food - you can't miss this place. Boat dock for patrons only. Outside seating offered in covered area, dock area, and tables under the trees. Surrounded by the most lavish, beautiful residences, the drive in and out is a treat. Gator tail appetizer was outstanding! Salmon BLT sandwich and Fried Oyster 'Po Boy sandwich were also very good. Not your average side dishes, prepared with attention to every detail. Creamy, flavorful grits and lemony collard greens add a nice flair. Check the daily specials board when you come in, they're sure to please.

Food was chefs kiss! The cocktails were quenching! And the ambience was beautiful, even despite the heat. The cherry on top was our server, Kayla. 5 stars! A must restaurant to hit on your trip to St. Augustine!

The food was delicious! It was difficult to make a choice. Service was excellent. Can't wait to go back.

Sat at the bar. Reservations were needed to sit inside and we chose not to sit under the tent. The fish was prepared perfectly. Our bartender was top notch with his service and recommendations. Can't go wrong at the Fish Camps. Casual dining but still a nice dinner out

Food and Ambiance can't be beat. I do like that they allow people to bring their pets. Some guests do need to make sure they are aware of not blocking walk way for others with their pet. Great food. Will be back

Awesome. This was our first time coming here and it won't be my last. Everything was enjoyable, from being seated promptly to the food that came out nice and hot. It was a bit of a wait...but the captivating views along the water...seeing all the boats go by made it go by somewhat quickly. For an appetizer, I ordered arguably the best fried green tomatoes that I've ever eaten. If this place was a bit closer I'd go back just for those alone. One of my table mates ordered the peel and eat shrimp. They were good... not my speed, but they definitely had a good taste to them. For entrees I had the Lionfish. It was really good! Being that this is a local invasive species, you would have never thought that it's so good! Beware of the small bones, though. For sides, I had the smoked bacon butter beans... they were delicious and very flavorful... very small portion , however. By the time you enjoy them...they're gone. My second side was creamy cheese grits which were perfect. My table mate had the crab cakes, seasonal veggies and roasted potatoes. Everything was flavorful and very tasty. Our server was great. It was a very hot day , and he was attentive and prompt. All in all, we will be back. This was a great vibe and will make for a good Sunday or weekend dinner.

We walked in without a reservation at 6 PM on Sunday night... They sat us right away outside! We were very thankful for this. They have plenty of fans, and it felt like a nice breeze. Not too hot, not too sweaty :-) I know that I can come here and get an amazing gluten-free meal - the only time I have fried food, is when I come here. Unfortunately, their gluten-free fryer was down, Malia asked to see what they could do for us fried wise and was so very nice to do so. The answer was no, nothing fried. That's OK the two celiacs at the table enjoyed really good food that was steamed and pan seared, etc. The other three individuals at the table enjoyed fried food, and were very happy with it! We're not sure how Malia kept up with all of the tables, but she was a superstar! She made sure that our drinks were full, and full of ice, she checked up on us numerous times and was absolutely pleasant. We need more servers like her that go out of their way to ensure everyone is happy, even when they're running like mad and have more tables to take care of than you could imagine. She had a smile on her face the entire time. I can't wait to come back again, where I know that I could enjoy delicious fried shrimp! But for this time, everything was still good.

I sat at the bar. The gentleman serving me did a fabulous job of filling all orders extremely fast. All of the food was amazing, I cleaned my plates. I enjoyed sitting at the bar and seeing all the food coming out. The bathrooms are outside as you walk in. Parking is tight but they have free valet parking. Clearly a local staple.

Just straight forward good food. The dock seating is the best on a sunny day but if that's not available there are other tables around the trees or under a canopy. The main dining room is small and a little loud honestly but it doesn't detract from the restaurant on the whole. Service is good and the valet is a nice touch because the parking lot can get a bit tricky when it is busy. Family friendly as well.

We recently celebrated a birthday at Palm Valley Fish Camp and had a fantastic time. Although the place is quite busy and there are limited parking spots, you are able to make a reservation on Resy and use their free valet services. We ordered oysters, octopus salad, and fried gator tails for appetizers and they were fantastic. Especially the fried gator tails. I expected them to be slightly dry but honestly they taste just like chicken bites made from thigh meat. We had the low boil for 2 for our mail and the portion size was huge! For dessert we went with key lime pie and it was also fantastic. Our server was friendly but not imposing. Overall, Palm Valley Fish Camp is a fantastic place to celebrate, or have a nice sit down meal after a long place.

Lovely setting on the Intracostal. We chose to80mi sit outside. The food and the service are great. Everything we've tried is . We'll be back for my husband's birthday dinner.

I am a fan of fish camps they are all the same and I don't like eating outdoors especially when comes to the different seasons and it is so boring and the menus are boring I want different choices of good fresh food and fast wonderful service and the just blah and service is slow and not good at all and some employees look unhappy miserable and not worth it at all and inside looks nasty and disgusting gross and horrible.......... I would stop going if I were you and make it home your self it is more cheaper and better and delicious compared to this place. From Lauren

We enjoyed our dinner at Palm Valley Fish Camp. I think I liked this place more than my wife. She thought it was "alright." I give it 3.5 stars rounded up to 4. If you're staying in or around Ponte Vedra Beach and you like seafood, I recommend it. Casual atmosphere, good food, and great service. I found Palm Valley Fish Camp after doing a Yelp search for highly-rated restaurants with lots of reviews near our hotel. I booked our reservation about 2.5 weeks out. The restaurant uses Resy for reservations. I told one of my coworkers/buddies, who regularly vacations on Ponte Vedra Beach, that we had a reservation at Palm Valley Fish Camp. He said he and his wife have been here several times. A good sign. The restaurant is situated on the Intracoastal Waterway. It's kind of a small place, in a freestanding building on a narrow lot. It was very humid the night we went so I asked to sit inside. They have a lot of covered outdoor patio seating with fans. Inside, there's a bar and dining room (and TVs). The kitchen is semi-open. Fresh fish and bottles of wine are on display in the waiting area. The dinner menu offered everything from Conch Fritters ($12) and New England Clam Chowder (cup $6, bowl $9) to Spicy Seafood Linguine ($25) and a Low Boil for Two ($42). There was a decent variety of seafood and Southern sides. Other than Pan-Fried Chicken ($19) and Top Sirloin Steak ($21), there wasn't much else in terms of land animals. Everything we ordered was on the blackboard specials menu except for the Canada oysters and Broiled Bay Scallops. The latter was a "featured starter." Here's what we got: Starters * Regular Menu Raw Oysters from Canada (6 for $10) * Premium Oysters from Virginia (6 at $3 each) * Broiled Bay Scallops (market price: $13.50) - bacon, sundried tomato, spinach cream Mains * Pan-Seared Flounder du Jour ($30) - served over sundried tomato bechamel pasta and green beans * Blackened Catch: Mahi-Mahi ($25) - grits, collard greens, and tasso ham gravy Drinks * Glass of Rose ($9) - Elouan by Joe Wagner, Oregon * Diet Coke ($3) The oysters and scallops were terrific. The oysters were served with lemon, horseradish, cocktail sauce, and Lance crackers. The "premium" Virginia oysters were served over ice while the "regular" Canada oysters were not. I thought that was an interesting distinction (ice/no ice). Both kinds of oysters were yummy to me. The premium oysters were smaller and brinier. The regular oysters were larger and meatier, but less flavorful. The Broiled Bay Scallops were rich and delicious. They were presented beautifully too, on the half shell with colorful toppings and charred on the edges. Our order came with three scallops. In general, I thought they did a nice job with the presentation here. Our server Erisa recommended the Blackened Catch because it was one of her favorite dishes and it's something that Palm Valley Fish Camp is known for. We were very happy she made the recommendation because we wouldn't have ordered it otherwise. We loved it and thought it was, without a doubt, tastier than the special Pan-Seared Flounder du Jour. As far as the actual fish went, the mahi-mahi and flounder were about the same. I usually prefer flounder over mahi-mahi. On this particular night, these two fish seemed about equally fresh and fine in terms of both taste and texture. My wife commented that the Blackened Catch tasted like shrimp and grits, but with fish (mahi-mahi) instead of shrimp. The grits and greens were fantastic, and the gravy added an extra level of savory and deliciousness. The Pan-Seared Flounder came with a strange combination of ingredients. The dish wasn't bad. It just tasted weird, like oddly sweet. I can't put my finger on it, but something was off. It wouldn't be a dish I'd order again. I highly recommend the Blackened Catch, however. My wife had the rose. She said it was "tasty." Other comments: "It hit the spot. It wasn't too sweet. It wasn't too dry." Service was excellent. Along with Erisa, food runner Casey helped out too. They were both friendly and polite. We had leftovers and, on our way out, Casey took care of us with to-go eating utensils, etc. The valet guys were nice too. Parking is valet, so be sure to bring cash to tip. Palm Valley Fish Camp opened in 2009. It's part of the Southern Table Hospitality Family (e.g., Marker 32, opened in 1992). Palm Valley is the first of what is now four "Fish Camp" restaurants, along with North Beach Fish Camp (opened in 2012), Julington Creek Fish Camp (2014), and St. Augustine Fish Camp (2020). Owners Ben and Liza Groshell's restaurant empire continues to grow.

Updated Review I wrote a disastrous review of Palm Valley Fish Camp a couple of months ago due to a disappointing experience. Shortly after, I was contacted by a female manager who was very apologetic and offered to send me a gift certificate to give the restaurant another chance. She assured me I would receive the certificate in a week or so, and I provided her with my address. However, it has now been nearly 6-7 weeks, and I still have not received the promised gift certificate. This follow-up experience has left me even more frustrated and disappointed. Not only was the food initially subpar, but now the manager has also failed to follow through on her promise, breaking my trust further. I had hoped to give Palm Valley Fish Camp another chance based on the manager's assurance, but this lack of follow-through has only reinforced my negative impression. I regret to say that I cannot recommend this establishment based on both my initial visit and the subsequent broken promise.

Absolutely delightful! We were in town for a business convention and made reservations for Saturday evening, at 9:30. We had the crispy artichokes, smoked fish dip and gator tails as an appetizer. The. For dinner I had the halibut special and it was really delicious. It had a Thai sauce that I could have drank by the bowlful! My husband chose the broiled seafood platter and he really enjoyed it. Ended the evening with the Carmel pecan bread pudding...... worth every calorie! Will definitely try to come back. Great service and fun atmosphere!

I loved this place. $12.99 for a pound of snow crab legs. I was on a boat and got dropped off to use the restroom. To my surprise they had a few specials. I couldn't resist. The restaurant is clean inside and out. I will be back!!

Palm Valley Fish Camp is my to go place for good seafood! The food never disappoints. I've been hooked on octopus and white bean salad lately, and the whole fried fish special was delicious as well. They have a nice wine selection, definitely a great place to enjoy delicious food.

Mediocre food at best. Disappointed! Creativity is lacking on this menu! Over priced for quality of food.

We were in Ponte Vedra shopping and someone recommended this restaurant to us. The food, service and atmosphere exceeded our expectations of a fish camp. Everything was amazing especially the outdoor seating and views.

Winner Winner!!! Great secluded location by inland waterway where you can sit inside or outside. Service is great as is the atmosphere. Food is the BEST!! Loved the snapper fish bites and blackened fish specials.

Great location, ambiance, and food! I met a colleague here after work without a reservation and immediately seated at the bar. The cocktail and beer menu are impressive, but the amazing seafood dishes is what really sets this place apart. Highly recommend!

You will never have a bad meal here. Just bring your wallet. Every time we have gone, we get the special - you will never go wrong with the special.

Just a good old Florida fish joint. Great atmosphere, food was very good & good prices as well.

We have eaten at this restaurant several times since moving to the area. It can get a little loud during a busy weekend night, but overall is a very nice place. Some favorite dishes are the New England Clam Chowder, shrimp and grits, spicy shrimp linguine, and the blackened catch of the day.

Absolutely delicious...are the two words I use to describe Palm Valley Fish Camp. It's one of the best seafood restaurants in Florida or anywhere. In terms of the food, we tried several different apps and entrees including featured specials. We had the clam belly special, fried green tomatoes, halibut special with beet balsamic rice, gouda mornay sauce, and asparagus, kid's fish, and whole flounder special, plus the butter bean, collard greens, spinach, and parsley potatoes. Everything was fantastic...and the beet balsamic rice was downright special...it was the best rice I ever had. The restaurant is casual and has a nice coastal decor with indoor and outdoor seating. It's nestled along the inner bay away from the craziness of A1A. They have complimentary valet parking. Definitely check it out! You will not be disappointed.

Love this place and sitting outside. Great service and food. Make reservations early bc they fill up quickly

Food is great. Service is awesome. Sit water side. I've never liked grits despite living in florida for over 40 years. Until now. Get them. Yes. Just get them. Not like any grits I've ever had. With med blackened mahi-mahi mahi. It's a meal I'll be back again for. Oh yea. I eat gator tail whenever it's available. Been to the Lone Cabbage off the Beach line on 520. It's where they go catch gators. There's is really good. This is better. A lot better. Never tried it? TRY IT. It's tender. Fried. Little nuggets. With a dip sauce to die for. Really. Try it. Get it. It's not fishy nor does it taste like anything else in the world. No other way to say it. In the end, you want a GREAT date spot? A GREAT place to go with a bunch of friends? This is it. I looked at the weather. What time sunset. Got there at 5. I asked for one of the dock tables. There are only two that are next to the water. Worth waiting for. I knew sunset was 6 ish. We got seated right away. Beautiful watching sun set. Was getting chilly. Had jackets but the seats are aluminum (cold butt) asked for a blanket. Brought us one. Nice n thick. Sat on it. Wow. Then waiters brought a light. Sun went down. Almost 3 hours from our first glass of wine to the chocolate raspberry caramel cheese cake. Omg. Light. Soft crust that was not overbearing. It's not cheap (4 glasses of wine, two appetizers, two meals, one dessert split) 150 ish. Worth it. WELL worth it. Go.

Charming restaurant on the intracoastal waterway. Delicious food. I could live on the tuna salad! Excellent service. It's not cheap, but it's worth the money. Definitely worth a trip!

Unreal good food. Sat at the bar and had the broiled scallop appetizer- savory and delicious. The blackened mahi with grits and collards was out of this world, will be making another stop at a different location just to get that again while down here for work. The guest I was with was still hungry so we shared the shrimp as well - everything was done perfectly and the service was fantastic. It was an upscale restaurant but we weren't undressed in golf attire.

Steven took great care of us. Broiled Scallops, Blackened Mahi Mahi, Fried Chicken, Seafood Linguine. We all were very happy. We sat outside by the river. The Fish Camp is deserving of it's reputation

The food was super and Jarrod was very attentive. Our table was next to a window so we could see outside when we were not savoring our food. Ambiance was perfect. This was my 2nd visit as I was visiting from out of town. Hope to return in the future.

What a great find! The appetizers were awesome, fired greed tomatoes, whole belly clams, fried artichokes and yes we had all 3. Dinner was great and all of the food was very fresh!!!!

It was my mom's 75th birthday, so my sister and I wanted to take her out for a celebratory lunch. She wanted to go someplace on the water, so she suggested Palm Valley, which is relatively close to us. We headed there for lunch on a Friday, and by the looks of the parking lot, everyone else had the same idea as we did due to the nice weather. We got to the parking lot and luckily found a spot. Beware here, this parking lot is tight. While they do have some self-park spots, they also offer complimentary valet, just remember to bring some singles. We headed in and gave our name to the hostess. She said it would be about 20-25 minutes for a table outside. We waited outside on a bench. Once we received a text that our table was ready, we were shown our table. We had a seat under their large tent. Our server came up, grabbed us some waters and explained the specials. We opted to get an appetiser of their artichoke hearts (fried), I had a prosecco, my mom had a red sangria, and my sister had an Arnold Palmer. After looking over the menu, checking out their specials, I opted for the roasted cod, which had a tomato/pecan/garlic topping, the cod was pan fried, and I swapped rice out for grits. My sister got the same thing and my mom got their fried basket of shrimp and oysters. The prosecco was nice a bubbly and pretty refreshing on a warmer day. My mom really enjoyed her sangria. The artichoke hearts came out and were perfectly fried (lightly coated in cornmeal), and came with an aioli dipping sauce. About five minutes after we ate our appetizer, the entrees came out. The cod was perfectly pan fried, it was flakey and buttery. The brown butter sauce that came with the dish was rich and delicious and the grits paired so nicely with the brown butter sauce. I was very close to licking the entire dish. Did I? No, that would warrant strange looks, but I was tempted. Pros: -Fast and quick service -Outdoor seating -Consistency among dishes -Cod was delicious Cons: -The parking lot is small Tips: Be sure to try the cod entree, it's a win in my booK!

Food, are delicious. Service is excellent and ambience is perfect for family get together

My daughter brought me here on a Friday around lunchtime. She had been here before and really enjoyed it. When we arrived the parking lot was extremely full, but luckily a person pulled out just as we arrived (I'm pretty sure we got the last spot). Note: they do have valet parking too - so that might be the way to go. We were greeted by a friendly hostess and only had to wait a couple of minutes for a requested outside table. Our waiter was friendly and Johnny-on-the-spot, bringing us menus, getting our drinks in record time, and taking our orders. We sat on the backside near (but not on) their dock. The dock is on the canal/river where we watched several power boats and leisure craft go past (obviously people prepping for a great weekend, ha!). There were also a couple of nice wooden chairs near the dock that looked like a great place to sit and enjoy your drink while waiting for a table. (They also have indoor seating as well as a bar for those that are sun sensitive.) For an appetizer we ordered their Crispy Artichoke Hearts. For my entree I ordered their special of the day - Blackened Mahi Sandwich and chose for my sides, Cole slaw and shoestring fries. For my drink I chose the "Scout Dog Amber", a very nice red ale. Our appetizer came first, within about 10 minutes, followed by our entrees approximately 15 minutes later. Everything was delicious! I hadn't had artichokes in years and had forgotten how good they were when prepared properly. The blackened Mahi was cooked just right, moist, and had just the right amount of heat. The Cole slaw and shoestring fries complimented the meal perfectly perfectly - they were excellent. The Scout Dog Amber was cold and refreshing. I enjoyed my meal tremendously. The service was impeccable, everyone was friendly, courteous, and helpful. The setting is a 9.5 out of 10 on the relax-o-meter scale. This is a great place to visit while traveling along beachside in Ponte Vedra. I highly recommend you check them out!

We were in Jacksonville for a work trip and tried to get a reservation some time during the week for a party of 5. It's not easy getting a reservation at such a hot spot but we finally snagged one for a Thursday dinner - our last night there. I don't eat meat so I don't have much to go on, so I've become a seafood snob, so I was stoked! We were sat inside but the outdoor seating seemed refreshing and fun with a beautiful water view. Our waiter didn't come by often but he was lovely when he did, so no complaints here. We ordered a couple appetizers and I had the broiled seafood platter for my entree. I finished my plate in 10 mins flat and was overjoyed by how scrumptious the entire meal was. Fresh seafood, well cooked with a tad of seasoning - what's not to love? I had ordered the ceviche which was a special for the day but our waiter seemed to have forgotten - which was fine. We also shared two bottles of wine and walked out to the water to finish it up. An all around great experience.

We hat a reservation for 5:45 and was sat immediately upon arriving. The service was very good, the noise level was extremely high, and it was difficult to have a conversation. The crabcakes were extremely small for an entree portion.

Great Seafood restaurant choice in Ponte Vedra. Very consistent, excellent service, and don't miss the daily chef specials!.

Best meal I've had in 100 years. Unbelievable! Order the shrimp appetizer and the fish boil. Trust me, the flavors are AMAZING! Fresh beyond fresh. Key lime pie is just the right amount of tart. Kudos to the chef. Altogether gr8!

Food is marginal, the restaurant is very small so if you're sitting inside be prepared to be bumped by other people. the only good thing about the restaurant is the view.

The Fried green tomatoes with herbed goat cheese was really good. I had the shrimp and grits for dinner and it was really good as well. It was our first time here and it's a bit chaotic but the food was good! It's very loud and the service was just okay but we sat at the bar so maybe that's why.

Food is pretty fish camp basic but you come here for the beautiful outdoor seating on the water. Such a nice relaxed vibe to be there with a cold drink at sunset.

Let me start by saying I absolutely adore the Fish Camps and have been regular at pretty much all their locations for years now. This location however seems to be running wild and free just doing their own thing. The dishes aren't the same as the other locations (ie beet salad), they're a general idea of the original dish but not the same. Having said that, the flavor is still there, but when you're a regular somewhere and you're craving THAT FOOD, and you get something else, it's a bit disappointing.

Amazing! We were here on business (from ohio). We love seafood and Palm Valley Fish Camp came highly recommended! Every bite was a bite to savor! We are talking about going back tomorrow for lunch. Thomas L was an awesome server! I'd say the plates are well priced! Don't think twice....go!

Came here while in town for The Players golf tournament. We had reservations, but the place wasn't as packed as expected. The service, drinks and food were very good. I got the broiled seafood platter (shrimp, scallops and cod) but substituted the cod for Mahi. Very good place and atmosphere.

Good food. Went on a Monday, the servers were slammed!! Ours was a bit lack luster. She was pretending to be nice, me and date both noticed it. Her attitude was sarcastic. We had to send our peel and eat shrimp app back because they were nearly raw. The scallops were perfectly cooked, the sides of coconut rice and fried okra were ok. The pin-a colodas were on special for Mondays were very good! I will return just for the delicious scallops!!

Visiting the area (from Los Angeles), definitely the best seafood restaurant I've been to. I had their signature blackened fish - mahi-mahi along with collard greens and potatoes. So good! Plus our waiter was friendly and wonderful too.

Great food and atmosphere! Service is also very good We were there at lunch. Unknown if dinner is any different

We had a great experience and would definitely recommend it for its casual atmosphere, friendly service, and delicious seafood.

First timer and totally pleased. I had a long rough day w work and ended up going to a "local"'place with my friend. We enjoyed the clam strips and calamari as well as the shrimp and grits and spicy fettuccine. I paired it w sav blanc Ferrari fume and a pino while my friend finished w a chocolate gluten free dessert. All the seafood was super fresh and wasn't overly "fishy". I thoroughly enjoyed my meal! It was perfect after a long day at work and after a stressful drive In traffic through the summer storms.

Awesome ambiance by the water. Make sure you go later in the day but before dinner time. You are sure to have a great experience! P.S. Parking is tight and you most likely will have to valet.