Pelican's Nest Waterfront Restaurant

Jamie Underwood

Delicious cocktails! Rum punch was so great and refreshing! Pelicans shrimp was the perfect appetizer as always and the chicken French was hands down THE BEST I have had! Beautiful views, fun atmosphere and staff was great and quick with our order! Price for a beautiful night out could not have been better!

Amy Schenck

The location was cool, it had a fun vibe, and the staff were friendly, but nothing else about the visit would be enough to return. We were told there would be a wait despite there being a ton of tables open. Something about sending staff home early and had to make sure everything was smooth before they could seat more. Not a huge deal. We were offered to get a drink at the bar while we waited. Drinks were so so, but the bartender was sweet. We finally got sat and started with some calamari. It was flavorless, limp, greasy, and Luke warm at best. Very disappointing especially for the price. I hadn't given up hope for our entrees though. While we are waiting, we hear someone yelling from back in the kitchen. Our server stops helping another table mid sentence, sprints to the back, and comes back out with our food. First time I've ever seen such a system, but kind of funny. I thought with that type of urgency the food would be piping hot but again, warm at best! The dish I had looked like it had been thrown on a plate quickly and haphazardly. The melted cheese on my chicken was firm and congealed. I got the impression that all of this food had been thrown into the microwave and was stopped before the cycle finished. I could not figure out at all why none of the food was hot. I understand restaurants during these times are understaffed and honestly would not have minded waiting for well cooked food. But $90 later left us with a bad taste in our mouths in more ways than one.

Julie Chen

Went lunchtime on a Monday. Took 20 minutes before anyone talked to us after being seated. They seemed more interested in chatting with each other than taking orders. After all that time, we tried to order clams, but were told they didn't have any, so we had to spend even more time deciding what to order instead. Then 15 minutes later the waitress comes back and tells us they are sold out of the crab cakes. Pelican's Nest without crab or clams. I understand that there are supply issues, but they couldn't tell us before we were seated? The staff was apologetic, but seemed disorganized, like there was no one managing them. They probably only work for tips and only put the effort in when someone looks like they're going to get drinks. The food came and was only okay. Expected better for the prices. The view, however is perfect. I think you might get better service in the evenings or weekends.

Valerie Graff

A most enjoyable dining experience on the waterside patio. Great for friends, family, or a date. Our waitress, Amanda, enhanced the visit with her charm, friendliness, and great service! The food is absolutely delicious, nicely presented without hesitation. Fun nautical decorations around the parking lot for those tourist photo opportunities. We happily return every year!