John’s Pass Restaurants- 10 Great Places To Try!

Located right on the boardwalk at John’s Pass, Sculley’s Waterfront Restaurant offers one of the most scenic dining experiences in the area.

Sculley’s menu leans heavily into local favorites—think coconut shrimp, blackened grouper sandwiches, and a build-your-own seafood boil where you can mix and match crab legs, shrimp, and scallops with your preferred sauces and spice levels.

Not into seafood? Their burgers and chicken sandwiches hold their own.

Live music is often part of the evening lineup, adding a fun, laid-back energy to your night out.

Paradise Cafe is a casual eatery right on the boardwalk in the midst of all the wonderful shops and restaurants.

Come to Paradise for a slow-roasted pork sandwich or one of their other premium sandwiches, tacos, or gyros.

The cafe is most well known for its award-winning gumbo.

And you can’t visit Florida without trying some of their key lime pie!

Tucked just off the main boardwalk, Waltz Fish Shak is a hidden gem in John’s Pass known for serving some of the freshest seafood around.

The menu is short and simple, but that’s part of the charm. They serve whatever’s fresh that day, often including local grouper, shrimp, and snapper, prepared either grilled, blackened, or fried.

Their fish sandwiches are a hit, especially when paired with their signature house-made sauces and a cold beer.

Waltz has a super laid-back atmosphere with outdoor seating that feels more like a friend’s patio than a tourist hotspot.

If you’re looking for an authentic, straight-from-the-boat seafood experience, this is the place.

If you’re tired from all the shopping at the Village stores, come to Addicted to the Bean to perk up!

Addicted to the Bean is a coffee shop, but they also have sweets like cinnamon rolls and donuts.

Or you can grab some breakfast or lunch with a breakfast sandwich or a bagel. They have indoor and outdoor seating and free WiFi.

Come to The Boardwalk Grill to have breakfast, lunch, or dinner on the boardwalk!

Local favorites here include the Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich, Lobster Rolls, and of course, their Boardwalk Burger.

They also have lots of appetizer options, seafood combos, tacos, sandwiches, and salads.

Eat inside or hang out on their patio and enjoy some beautiful views of the Gulf!

Friendly Fisherman is the oldest seafood restaurant in John’s Pass and has been around since 1978!

The cool thing about this place is that they also have Hubbard’s Marina, just a couple of doors from the restaurant, where you can book a deep-sea fishing trip.

Then they will cook your catch at the restaurant if you’d like!

Or you can just eat something from their menu.  They offer appetizers, sandwiches, and lots of seafood!

Try the catch of the day or their Famous Clam Chowder.

Next to Friendly Fisherman is Pirates Pub & Grub, a casual, pirate-themed bar and grill.

If you’re in the mood for a casual, pirate-themed hangout with great food and strong drinks, Pirate’s Pub & Grub is a must-stop in John’s Pass.

This lively spot is fun for all ages and offers a relaxed vibe with indoor and outdoor seating just steps from the water.

Their menu is packed with pub favorites and seafood staples—gator bites, fried shrimp baskets, and hearty burgers all make regular appearances.

The Pirate’s Fish Sandwich is a local favorite, especially when paired with their seasoned fries or potato salad.

They also serve up a variety of tropical cocktails, cold beer, and daily drink specials to keep the good times rolling.

At John’s Pass, you can rent a boat or go on a fishing charter, go on a tiki tour, and go on a dolphin-watching cruise along the intercoastal waters.

You can also go on a pirate ship tour, rent jet skis, or go parasailing!

Here are some of the nearby activities that you should check out and try! 👇

Parasailing – 1-hour parasailing trips around Madeira Beach!

Florida Tiki Tours – Dolphin Cruises, Sunset Cruises, Sandbar Cruises.  They also do events like bachelor parties and weddings!

Madbeach Water Sports – Rent a Waverunner or go on a fishing charter!

Fly-N-High Waverunners – Waverunner/Jet ski rentals and parasailing.

Jack’s at John’s Pass – Boat and Jet-ski rentals!

Royal Conquest Pirate Ship – Go on a pirate-themed cruise with lots of activities for the kids.

Other Attractions

✓ Beach Fun & Games – Kids’ arcade with over 30 games.

✓ Helicopter Tours – Take a helicopter ride around the area, including John’s Pass and Treasure Island!

Check out the stores of John’s Pass!

Gift shops, jewelry stores, boutiques, surf shops, home decor stores, ice cream shops, candy stores, and more.

The best thing about John’s Pass is that admission is free!  It’s also open every day.