Pompano Joe's

Category: Seafood restaurant in Destin, Florida

Address: 2237 Scenic Gulf Dr, Destin, FL 32550, USA

Phone: +18508372224

Opening hours

Sunday: 11AM–9PM

Monday: 11AM–9PM

Tuesday: 11AM–9PM

Wednesday: 11AM–9PM

Thursday: 11AM–9PM

Friday: 11AM–9PM

Saturday: 11AM–9PM

Reviews

Lisa Cox

Oct 13, 2022

Be prepared for a LONG wait if you come during a busy time. They do have a waiting area with tables and a bar where you can order drinks. Once seated inside they can fit large parties fairly easily. Our server was amazing! We had a party of 14 and he kept our drinks filled and made sure we were happy. The food was overpriced but you expect that for dinner at the beach. The vegetables lack luster and seemed like a frozen mix. But let's talk about the hush puppies - delicious! Everyone seemed satisfied with their food although I don't think anyone was blown away. Parking is atrocious, and shared with a public beach access point.

Ryan Williamson

Oct 13, 2022

Wait time was told to be over an hour and half but was called in after only 30 minutes. Drinks were expensive but well worth it. Service was very prompt and attentive. The food was fresh and fantastic. Always enjoy stopping by when we are in the area. We were late in the evening when we came by this visit but recommend trying to get in about an hour before sunset for an amazing view of the sunset while you eat and visit.

tom armstrong

Oct 12, 2022

Great to sit on the water, eat seafood, watch football, and have a friendly staff.

Cindy carnes

Oct 12, 2022

very happy with our visit. said we had a 1hr 40 min wait but got seated in 45 minutes, not sure how but not complaining. parking can be difficult because you share the lot with public beach access and only saw one handicap spot. everyone loved their drinks and food. large portions and sat with great view of beach. our waitress was great. will go back on our next visit

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Questions & Answers

Is this a kid friendly place?

Brice Willson | Oct 13, 2018
Larry Davidson | Oct 13, 2018

Yes, kids will have fun, high chairs if necessary!

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are cupcakes allowed, if celebrating a birthday?

Ashley Amaya | Oct 13, 2019
Troy Hagen | Oct 13, 2019

YES Bring THEM ..Enjoy your day.

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Do they have a special menu for ppl that want to come but may be allergic to some of items?

Justine Brown | Oct 13, 2018
Ryan Riley | Oct 13, 2019

Yes, there is vegetarian options, celiac options, and a separate gluten free menu as well.

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Can any of your seafood selections be chargrilled rather than fried?

Donna Latusek | Oct 13, 2017
Mark Rubenstein | Oct 13, 2017

Yes.

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Is This restaurant pet friendly?

Harriett McCutchen | Oct 12, 2020
Ron Jackson | Oct 12, 2020

As long as you leave them at home

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My wife and I will be there in October this year celebrating our 40 yr anniversary I want to take her parasailing I heard that you have a set up there to do that can you tell me hjow

Tony Lischeron | Oct 12, 2020
Suzette Smith | Oct 12, 2020

The parasailing guys can meet you there, across the street from our vacation rental. Costa vista #5 - SeaStarFlorida.com Call any of the 3 or 4 contacts in our Onsite concierge book or facebook contacts. Have Fun and post pictures- its such a great romantic idea you have for your anniversary! Congrats! Thanks!

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What time is happy hour and do they have fresh shrimp?

Staci Cannegieter | Jun 14, 2022
Kevin Keener | Jun 14, 2022

Yes definitely have fresh shrimp! Happy Hour 3pm-5pm

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Does Pompano Joe's allow certified support animals in the restaurant?

Dave | May 15, 2022
David Faulkner | May 15, 2022

Yes they do

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Open Thanksgiving Day?

D. James Hockenbury | Dec 16, 2021
jorge pena | Dec 16, 2021

No

Did you sell fish tacos?

marta rodriguez | Dec 16, 2021
Lee Klein | Dec 16, 2021

Pompano Joe's always has them

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Are they open year round? Specifically looking for New Years Eve 2021? Thank You for your time & response.

Ann Oliver | Oct 12, 2021
A J | Oct 12, 2021

I wouldnt just chance it. You should call them.

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We are coming to the area next week. The blueberry cobbler cheesecake sounds delicious...why are there no pictures to be found of it? Is it not popular?

Dwight Fretwell | Oct 12, 2021
Doug Phillips | Oct 12, 2021

Was just there last week from Nebraska. The blueberry cobbler cheesecake was out of this world. Highly recommended.

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Is this wheel chair friendly?

Jason Faught | Oct 12, 2021
Mario Ramses Angulo Yevara | Oct 12, 2021

Yes it is!

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Do you take reservations?

Gerry Zurliene | Oct 12, 2021
Mary Jo Gantt | Oct 12, 2021

No reservations, first come, first serve policy. When you arrive, you give your name and cell number. They text when your table is ready. The area outside with the tiki bar and a few tables is a good place to wait. You can, of course, get drinks there. You can also order food to go there as well. We got drinks and ordered appetizers to-go but sat there to eat them because we wanted to wait for a patio table to become available. Lunch specials run until 3p and I think Happy Hour specials start at 3:30p. Usually, we did a late lunch/early dinner recently (3-4p) and only had less than 15 mins. wait.

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What are the Covid safety practices like here?

Anonymous | Oct 12, 2022
Robert Drake | Oct 12, 2021

Indeed. The staff wear masks and there is outside dining, but when it's packed customers are not masked and in close quarters. I'd toss on an extra sweater and sit outside because the food's great.

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Panama City.... Do they have a gf menu, if not, what can be prepared gf? Separate grills/fryers?

jerry Maine-Line | Oct 12, 2021
Nate HIlls | Oct 12, 2021

Any grilled or baked seafood.

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We have a friend coming that has a fish allergy. Do restaurants in Destin area fry all battered meats (chicken-fish) in same grease?

Denise Yates | Oct 12, 2020
Washington Dobbins | Oct 12, 2020

This I don't know. My best advice would be to call the establishment.

Can anyone point me in the right direction to find a restaurant that has a party room or would be able to serve dinner to a large group of about 35 people?? Thanks!

Drew Dixon | Oct 13, 2019
Anthony Pilato | Oct 13, 2019

Have you tried brotulas or margaritaville.? They seem to have a lot more space.

The restaurant shows open ‘til 9. Is the bar open later?

Sandy Kaschak | Oct 13, 2019
Don Beasley | Oct 13, 2019

No... according to the bartender

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Does It Sell Lobster ?

Selecia McCray | Oct 13, 2018
Casey Perry | Oct 13, 2018

Yes. Lobster tail

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Do you do large parties of 20 or more, and would i need a reservation for that many people?

J G | Oct 13, 2018
Casey Perry | Oct 13, 2018

They don’t take reservations. You can call ahead and put your name on the list if their wait is 30 minutes or longer though

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Do they have live music tonight?

B Miller | Oct 13, 2018
Jessica Joseph | Oct 13, 2018

Yes

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Do they take reservations?

michelle fulton | Oct 13, 2018
Casey Perry | Oct 13, 2018

No but during the summer always call to see what the wait is like. They get very busy. That’s why they don’t take reservations

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Do they have ceviche?

Alex Saldana | Oct 13, 2018
Kollins Bull | Oct 13, 2018

I'm not sure but it should still be part of your Destin experience. It's a very relaxing place to eat, that's for sure...

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Can I bring my small dog?

Shawn Talukder | Oct 13, 2018
Heather Sturdevant | Oct 13, 2018

Dogs are not allowed in any area that serves food but you can get takeout food and dine in the tiki area if there is room. You need a permit from Walton county to have dogs on the beach and the legal hours are before 11am and after 7pm.

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Can you bring Fido

Jonathan Butterfield | Oct 13, 2018
Bob Koch | Oct 13, 2018

To the outside area, downstairs, i would think yes, if you have permit for Fido..

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Will Pompano Joe's be open for the month of December, 2017?

Nancy Conrad | Oct 13, 2018
Debra Carroll | Oct 13, 2018

Yes.

Do you need to make reservation?

Elisabeth Mann | Oct 13, 2019
Brandon Diehl | Oct 13, 2019

During peak times it can be a decent wait. They have a bar outside for those who are waiting though. The food is well worth the wait though.

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