Tucked along the waterfront at 45 Causeway Blvd in Clearwater, Florida, Bait House Tackle & Tavern has been winning over seafood lovers for decades. This charming dockside fish shack doubles as a tackle shop, giving it a one-of-a-kind personality you just can’t find anywhere else.
With a 4.6-star rating from over 3,000 happy customers, it’s clear that this place is doing something very right. From legendary drunken shrimp to catch-of-the-day Reubens, here are 13 reasons why Bait House is serving up some of the best shrimp — and seafood — in the entire South.
The Famous Drunken Shrimp That Started It All
Ask almost anyone who has visited Bait House Tackle & Tavern what to order first, and the answer is almost always the same: the Drunken Shrimp. This legendary appetizer shows up in review after review, praised for its bold Cajun seasoning, rich buttery sauce, and perfectly cooked shrimp that practically melt in your mouth.
One guest described the seasoning as “cajuny perfect,” pairing beautifully with the soft ciabatta bread served alongside it. Staff members have even been known to bring extra bread so diners can soak up every last drop of that incredible sauce…