Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood on St. Joe Bay brings the longtime Hunt’s tradition from Panama City to the shores of St. Joseph Bay. Located above St. Joe Shrimp Company in Simmons Bayou, Hunt’s pairs fresh seafood, oysters and casual coastal dining with wide-open bay views and an easygoing local atmosphere. It’s family-friendly, lively, and a great setting for live music overlooking the water.
Hunt's Oyster Bar & Seafood on St. Joe Bay
Venue Details
Hunt’s is a waterfront raw bar and seafood restaurant overlooking St. Joseph Bay, with both indoor and outdoor dining and a relaxed atmosphere built around fresh seafood and the view. The St. Joe Bay location is connected to the well-known Hunt’s Oyster Bar family and sits directly above the St. Joe Shrimp Company seafood market.
Available Services
Fresh Seafood • Raw & Baked Oysters • Full-Service Dining • Beer & Wine • Indoor & Outdoor Seating • Bayfront Dining • Live Music • Family-Friendly Dining • Takeout
Food and Drink
Oysters are naturally a centerpiece, but Hunt’s menu goes well beyond the raw bar with Gulf shrimp, grouper, scallops, crab cakes, seafood platters, sandwiches, tacos and other coastal favorites. The original Hunt’s operation is also closely tied to Tarpon Dock Seafood Market, reinforcing the restaurant’s focus on fresh seafood.
Bay Views & Live Music
One of the biggest draws at Hunt’s is the setting itself. The restaurant sits above Simmons Bayou with views across St. Joseph Bay, giving guests a waterfront place to eat, drink and catch live music. Hunt’s regularly hosts entertainment, making the bayside setting a natural home for a Blast on the Bay songwriter round.
Location
Hunt’s Oyster Bar on St. Joe Bay is located at 1937 State Road 30A in Port St. Joe, in the Simmons Bayou area overlooking St. Joseph Bay. Just south of town on the way toward Cape San Blas and Indian Pass, its waterfront location makes it a convenient stop for festivalgoers traveling between venues around the southern end of Gulf County.
Hours of Operation
Monday–Thursday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET
Friday–Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM ET
Hunt’s is currently open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. Hours may occasionally change for holidays, special events, or seasonal operations, so their Facebook page is the best source for day-of updates.