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Restaurant in Fernandina Beach, Florida
What should I order at Down Under Restaurant?
What to order
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Seafood Platter
Recommended multiple times for being fresh, hot, generously portioned, and a great value for sharing; several reviews called it excellent and perfectly prepared.
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She Crab Soup
Praised for having a strong crab flavor and a generous amount of crab, with one reviewer specifically saying the bowl is better than the cup.
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Blue Cheese Chips
Mentioned as amazing and delicious, with reviewers highlighting them as a standout starter that people would come back for.
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Shrimp and Grits
Frequently praised as excellent and flavorful, with reviewers noting the dish was well prepared and satisfying.
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Scallops
Recommended for being excellent, spicy, and perfectly cooked, including blackened scallops and a Thai scallop special that reviewers loved.
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Fish and Chips
Called crisp, hot, and consistently great, with one reviewer noting it remains a favorite every visit.
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Crab Dip
Described as outstanding and a must-try, with one review giving it a perfect score for flavor.
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Hushpuppies
Mentioned as delicious and amazing, especially as part of the seafood platter and side selection.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
About Down Under Restaurant
Relaxed option for local seafood served on a dock with indoor-outdoor seating & a fishing camp vibe.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Live music
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Down Under Restaurant known for?
It is best known for seafood platters, crab dip, crab cakes, and hush puppies, plus a dockside waterfront setting in Fernandina Beach. Reviews also repeatedly mention live music and fresh seafood with big portions, which makes it a popular stop for lunch and dinner.
What dishes are most recommended at Down Under Restaurant?
Reviewers most often recommend the seafood platter, crab dip, crab cakes, fish and chips, and hush puppies. Other specific dishes that come up often are blackened scallops, oysters Rockefeller, seared tuna, and the catch of the day, with several people calling the portions large and the seafood fresh.
What is the atmosphere like at Down Under Restaurant?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and a little trendy, with indoor-outdoor seating and a waterfront deck that fits sunset meals and dock arrivals. It works well for groups and tourists, and solo diners are also listed as a common crowd.
Is Down Under Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $20 to $30, and reviewers say the portions are big enough to feel worthwhile for the cost. Some mention it is a little expensive, but they also say the fresh seafood, view, and service make the price feel reasonable.
How long do you usually wait, and is there a good time to go?
Wait times can be longer when it is busy, and one review noted some confusion about seating during a rush, though the outside bar helps while waiting. People who went early or on a quiet weekday said service was quick, so an early lunch or a calmer weekday visit may be easier.
Is parking available at Down Under Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Down Under Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Down Under Restaurant is good for kids.
