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Welcome to Old Fish House Restaurant

Old Fish House Restaurant, located at 249 W Cocoa Beach Causeway in Cocoa Beach, FL, offers a delightful dining experience characterized by friendly service and outstanding seafood. Renowned for its perfectly fried shrimp and mouth-watering haddock, the restaurant emphasizes homemade flavors and generous portions. Diners frequently praise the attentive staff, including family members of the owner, who foster a warm, inviting atmosphere. Despite its unassuming exterior, the quality of the food and the personal touch from the owner make this gem a must-visit. With a commitment to exceptional service and delicious dishes, Old Fish House Restaurant is a true culinary treasure.

Old Fish House Restaurant: Reviews & Ratings

Sean Mulvaney
Sean Mulvaney

After seeing several posts on social media highlighting how good their fried shrimp are I was able to stop in today and try them out. Everything came out hot, tasted great and the shrimp, fries and coleslaw were everything I hoped for! A perfect amount of breading too on the shrimp. The owner was friendly and his staff were as well. I'm glad I stopped in.

Anthony Burrell
Anthony Burrell

Delicious food and homey atmosphere. Our waiter (the owner's son) was very attentive. Our party was large (14 of us) so our food was prepared in shifts. The ladies in our party loved the waiter's mellifluous bass voice. The fish was better fried than beer battered. The shrimp (both fried and peel and eat) were very good. The meal was very filling and there was no room for desserts. The chef/owner came to our table to thank us for coming. When in Cocoa I will definitely return. I will take this kind of restaurant over those chain establishments any day. Keep up the good work.

Joe Garvin
Joe Garvin

This was our 4th visit and the experience has always been positive. There are numerous reviews that complain about the service but our server Rafael, from Switzerland was great and managed the whole dining room himself. The food is always well prepared and reasonably priced. The decor could use a freshening up but times are tough for small businesses and profits keep getting thinner. It most definitely worth a visit when you're in Cocoa Beach

Cheyenne Keef
Cheyenne Keef

This place is great! Don’t let the exterior deter you. The owner is super friendly & came over to talk to everyone. Our waitress was great too. Lots of the food and condiments are homemade & delicious. If we are ever in the area again, we will come back!

siham karami
siham karami

First, I had fairly low expectations, as I knew nothing about the area and this was in a rather nondescript strip shopping center. But once I asked a question about the soup of the day, the waiter asked “do you want a sample?” Now that’s a cut above! He brought two samples—delicious!—so we ordered some, surprisingly full of crabmeat too. I hadn’t eaten haddock in years, so ordered a “small” size serving. Since we get two sides with it (only 16!) , I had a baked potato and some vegetables. I was stunned to find a large plate (pictured) filled with this large haddock fish—no fake fillet of unknown origin, and perfectly done—filling the plate. The haddock was perfect, delicious, the veggies not overdone and not underdone—frankly I’ve never experienced this anywhere else. Without asking, he brought us all iced water. He offered more sour cream for my baked potato. Our waiter went way above and beyond any normal expectation! He was also personable in a perfectly decent and balanced way. After a very difficult day, this experience renewed my faith in people, in reality and places of business, and I was more full than in quite some time. Others in our party also ordered jalapeno poppers stuffed with crab, really great! A fried oyster sandwich, clam strips, French fries, and fried pollock. We all left very happy to have chosen to eat here. Truly exceptional in every way, with incomparable friendly service. Highly recommended. Don’t let appearances fool you; this is first class food!

C K
C K

Been in business for 50 years! Doing it right. Food is fantastic and atmosphere is very casual and simple.

M B
M B

Today, my family and I visited this amazing place, and it was absolutely wonderful! The staff was incredible, especially Kate, who was our server. She went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. And the owner, Ralph, came out to check on everything and make sure we were having a fantastic experience. This place is definitely a hidden gem, and we highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great dining experience.

Lizzy Siedenberg
Lizzy Siedenberg

My family and I went here and we absolutely loved it! We plan on making it a stop we make each year when we're in town. We're from out of town, so we searched around and were looking for a place that was a little different, not overly crowded, and didn't look like all the other cookie cutter places around town/tourist holes - this place delivered & more! The service was fast and reliable, way above and beyond. The food was incredible. The sweet tea was great, coffee fresh brewed, the desserts were the bomb (we tried one of everything), and the fish was delicious. Between all of us, we had mahi mahi, salmon, chicken tenders and fries, corn on the cob, cole slaw, salads, fried oysters, shrimp, and more, and it was all top notch! The atmosphere is different, but it's welcoming, bright, and makes you feel like you're a local and regular, even when you're not. Everyone who was in with us was definitely a regular because they knew our server by name, and she knew theirs, and that was special to see honestly. The key lime pie was strong, but that's the way I like it! Everything was fresh, made in house. The bleu cheese salad dressing was honestly the best dressing I've ever tasted and I wish I could bottle it and take it with me.

Location

Welcome to the Old Fish House Restaurant, a hidden gem nestled in Cocoa Beach, Florida, located at 249 W Cocoa Beach Causeway. This restaurant offers not just a meal, but a genuine experience filled with warmth and hospitality, especially when it comes to seafood delights.

The atmosphere at Old Fish House is undeniably inviting. It's a place where the decor, though perhaps in need of a refresh, perfectly encapsulates the charm of a local, family-run establishment. As soon as you step in, the friendly owner often makes his rounds, making you feel right at home. This personal touch is what sets the restaurant apart from chain dining experiences. One customer noted, “The owner was friendly and his staff were as well,” which reflects a commitment to creating a welcoming environment.

Now, let’s talk about the food. Imagine sinking your teeth into perfectly fried shrimp, crisp yet succulent, accompanied by golden fries and homemade coleslaw that complements each bite. One satisfied diner, Sean Mulvaney, praised the restaurant’s fried shrimp by saying, “Everything came out hot, tasted great... a perfect amount of breading too on the shrimp.” It's this level of culinary expertise that keeps guests coming back for more.

Beyond just shrimp, the menu is packed with an array of seafood options that cater to various palates. Guests rave about the haddock, praised for its careful preparation and freshness. One diner shared an experience that highlighted the exceptional service: “The waiter asked, ‘do you want a sample?’ Now that’s a cut above!” This willingness to offer samples speaks volumes about the restaurant's approach to customer service—friendly and accommodating.

The fried offerings, both shrimp and fish, have garnered numerous compliments, with one guest suggesting that the fish is “better fried than beer battered.” It’s not just about the food; it’s about the experience. The atmosphere is often described as homey, a feeling further enhanced by attentive service from staff who will likely know your name by the end of your visit.

In addition to the food and service, Old Fish House emphasizes the use of homemade condiments and side dishes, ensuring every component of your meal enhances the overall experience. Cheyenne Keef noted, “The owner is super friendly & came over to talk to everyone,” adding to the familial atmosphere that diners truly appreciate.

If you’re ever in Cocoa Beach and looking for an authentic dining experience that goes beyond the ordinary, Old Fish House Restaurant is absolutely worth a visit. Whether it’s your first or fourth visit, as Joe Garvin attests, you are sure to be met with well-prepared, reasonable priced dishes that will leave you feeling satisfied and eager to return. Don’t let the exterior fool you; what awaits inside is top-tier seafood and first-class service.

For more information or to make a reservation, don't hesitate to call them at +1 321-799-9190. Dive into a delightful culinary experience at Old Fish House—where delicious food meets warm smiles!