Stone crabs, grilled fish, and waterfront tables at a counter-serve spot that feels genuinely local.
Camellia Street Grill sits right on the water in Everglades City, the kind of place where locals eat lunch and out-of-towners leave wondering why they don't live here. It's counter-service, casual, and completely unpretentious. Order at the counter, grab a seat, and let the waterfront do the rest.
The menu leans hard into Gulf Coast seafood. Stone crabs are the headliner, but the whole grilled fish, fried baskets, and fish sandwiches all get serious attention. The sweet potato fries have their own fan club. There are vegetarian and vegan options too, which is genuinely rare out here.
Outdoor seating is where you want to be when the weather cooperates. The views over the water are the real deal, and the vibe is exactly what you'd hope for after a morning on the Ten Thousand Islands or a kayak tour through the backcountry. Live music shows up on the schedule regularly, which only adds to it.
Everglades City is the Gulf Coast gateway to Everglades National Park, and Camellia Street Grill is one of the best reasons to linger after your boat or paddle tour instead of rushing back to the highway. It's open for lunch and dinner, serves beer, wine, and cocktails, and works well for families and groups. (Off-season hours can be limited, so check ahead if you're visiting between May and October.)
2,128 reviews
a month ago
This was the best experience in this year’s four-week stay in Florida. There are many great dishes to choose from. The food was fantastic, the best sweet potato fries ever. Vegetarian / vegan options are available which is highly appreciated! The atmosphere is very authentic and the locals all very nice. The place is absolutely magical, even on a rainy day. Everyone should have visited this place!
2 months ago
Out of town and hit the absolute jackpot on our very first stop! 🗺️✨ Seriously a 10/10. We ordered a bit of everything—from massive burgers and crispy fish sandwiches to a whole grilled fish, fried baskets, and the most insane milkshakes. If the rest of the trip is half as good as this meal, we aren't going to want to leave! 🍔🐟🍦
2 months ago
Such a cute little place off the beaten path, right by the Everglades City School & the waterfront. My boyfriend and I decided to stop by here for a late lunch as it was one of three places still open at the time during off season after our 10,000 Islands Boat Tour. We originally wanted to order the stone crab we saw all the reviews for, but they told us it was off season and that they’re special currently snapper and that their shrimp was good too. We ordered at the counter inside the screened-in porch area and chose to sit on the outside deck by the water. They bring your food to you. We split an order of the Fried Gator and the Shrimp Tacos (you can choose to have the shrimp grilled, blackened, or fried, we chose grilled). Both were soooooo delicious! The Fried Gator was tender and flavorful with great breading, and the sauce it’s served with was similar to a tangy Chipotle Mayo. The shrimp were big, tender, and juicy and the black bean slaw on the tacos was delectable as well. They were served with sweet potato fries, which were perfect crispy-outside-tender-inside goodness (especially good with the gator sauce). Amazing service too, super nice staff! I hope to come back some day!!
6 months ago
We came here after a kayak tour and hadn’t eaten all day - we were dying for some seafood! The ordering was easy at the counter and then we chose our own seats to wait for our food. We paid at the end of the meal through our server at the table. My friend really wanted to sit at a high top by the water, which we did, and my only complaint is that those chairs are really uncomfortable - you’re just sitting on metal bars. It would have been a lot nicer with a cushion. She ordered the Shrimp Po Boy with Sweet Potato Fries and Stone Crab claws and loved everything she ate. The Po Boy looked amazing!!! I don’t like Stone Crab, so don’t partake in that. I ordered the Mahi Mahi Sandwich with a side of Coleslaw. I ordered the fish blackened and the filet was DELICIOUS even though it was a hefty portion that was hard to hold in the bun. It says that the slaw is vinegar-based on the menu, which I usually like, but it was still a little too vinegar-y for me. For dessert we both shared slices of Key Lime Pie and Peanut Butter Pie and they were DELICIOUS. It was the BEST KEY LIME PIE I’ve had yet in Florida! I highly recommend stopping by this restaurant if you’re in the area!
7 months ago
This place was a certified vibe. It was super cozy and plenty of locals ate here. There were lots of authentic local dishes to choose from. Food came pretty fast. It happened to be quite cold while we visited, and the heating wasn't the best. When it came to paying, gratuity was automatically added, and I was still prompted to tip when paying on the machine. My friend said their shrimp and grits were the best dish they had had in Florida so far on our holiday.
Dockside fried seafood, stone crab, and cold beer right on the water in Everglades City.
Spacious, modern suites with a pool, right where the Ten Thousand Islands meet the backcountry.
Small-group kayak and canoe tours through the mangrove tunnels of the Ten Thousand Islands.
Charming rooms, a screened pool, and the best location in Everglades City for your backcountry adventure.
Hot food, cold drinks, 24-hour access, and gas when you need it most.
Casual, filling meals in the heart of Everglades City's fishing village.