There is nothing quite like visiting a roadside crab shack, knowing that your hands are going to get a bit messy, but you will walk away completely satisfied. That’s the experience you’ll get from Joanie’s Blue Crab Cafe in Florida. This laidback restaurant offers fresh seafood in a casual setting, but you can spend hours cracking crabs, drinking beer, and kicking back with locals. Come see what this time-honored crab shack has to offer.

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The next time you’re driving across the state in Florida along Tamiami Trail, and you find yourself getting hungry, we have the perfect place to stop.
TripAdvisor Edoardo
Joanie’s Blue Crab Cafe in Florida is a laid-back, cozy crab shack in Ochopee where you can enjoy the community spirit and the freshest local seafood.
TripAdvisor Luis A.
It’s also the type of place in the Everglades where you can not only feast on alligator but you might also see one resting on the banks nearby.
TripAdvisor DuschlettaD.
Indulge in gator nuggets, crab cakes, and frog’s legs, but also a bevy of fresh seafood that is always available.
TripAdvisor cbo1870

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Sit inside for a casual experience, listening to live music, and digging your hands into a basket of fried food.
TripAdvisor Pikkio2012
The fried crab is a fan-favorite meal, but you’ll likely hear from locals that if there is something that is a must-try, it’s the she-crab soup.
TripAdvisor Franklin Heijnen
Come sit for an hour, listen to the waitress regal some tales from the area that you’ll get a kick out of, and fill your belly with deliciousness.
TripAdvisor Allkuans
The next time you’re driving through Ochopee, Florida, make sure to swing by Joanie’s for a soul-satisfying seafood meal.
TripAdvisor Pidu Peyer
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Have you ever visited Joanie’s Blue Crab Cafe in Florida before? Share with us your experience in the comments section! Or if you want more information about this restaurant, including menu options and hours of operation, check out the website or Facebook Page. Hungry for more seafood? You’ll love this no-frills waterfront spot with boat parking.

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Joanie's Blue Crab Cafe, 39395 Tamiami Trail E, Ochopee, FL 34141, USA