Down the Hatch Seafood Company

Ponce Inlet, FL · Seafood restaurant

Rating
4.4/5
★★★★☆ 4.4
Reviews
20
Rank in Ponce Inlet
#8
of 12 restaurants
City Percentile
9%
rating percentile
Address
Down the Hatch Seafood Company, 4894 Front St, Ponce Inlet, FL 32127
Phone
(386) 761-4831
Website
www.downthehatchseafood.com
Status
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM

Down the Hatch Seafood Company is a restaurant located in Ponce Inlet, FL. It is one of 12 restaurants listed in Ponce Inlet. Its 4.4-star rating is slightly below the Ponce Inlet city average of 4.6 stars. It ranks #8 of 12 restaurants in Ponce Inlet. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Down the Hatch Seafood Company

Authentic Florida Seafood and Steak Restaurant . Reminisce about Florida Fish Camps along the Halifax river , been in existence since 1940s in some form or fashion. Down the Hatch was born from local fishermen fishing and coming back with fresh fish... More

Hours

Saturday11 AM–10 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 John Eckman · Jan 2026

This place is an absolute gem — a truly amazing local secret. Let me start this special post by saying the food was ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE. We enjoyed the fish of the day (Blackened Trigger with Teriyaki Green Beans), the Fried Shrimp Basket with roasted potatoes, the Fried Grouper with fries, and the Hatch Shipwreck. The fish is caught fresh daily, and we have never had a bad item here. The customer service was spectacular. Thank you Liz! The atmosphere is stunning. You can choose the outdoor patio bar (which I highly recommend if the weather is right) or dine inside, which is equally amazing. The waterfront views are breathtaking, and we’ve seen dolphins swimming every single time we’ve visited. It’s always a nice, relaxing, and wonderful evening. An amazing place for any special occa

★★★★★ 5.0 Harold Labelle · Mar 2026

We make this a stop every year we come to Florida! Great bloody marys, friendly staff and amazing food. Love the atmosphere and live music. I had the brisket sandwich, best one ever! My wife had the coconut shrimp and potstickers, both were on point.

★★★★★ 5.0 Ricka Raga · Oct 2025

I’ve been in the U.S. for about a year now, and I can honestly say Down the Hatch is my favorite restaurant I’ve ever been to in Daytona. From the moment we were seated, our server was amazing — genuinely happy, full of energy, and so attentive. He made sure our drinks were always filled, checked in without hovering, and made the whole experience feel personal. You can tell he really loves what he does, and that kind of service changes everything. And the food? Absolutely perfect. The Trigger Parmesan was incredible — crispy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The Fish Tacos were just as impressive, fresh and full of flavor. Everything came out hot and beautifully presented. If you’re looking for a place with great vibes, great food, and people who truly make you feel welcome, this is

★★★☆☆ 3.0 Nicole Scofield · Dec 2025

This place had an amazing sunset view. I sat on the patio next to the water. My waitress was awesome and attentive. I ordered Mac and cheese bites. The came out cold in the center. When I called the waitress over she said “they’re cold aren’t they” so they know it’s a problems. I then got fish (mahi) tacos and that was okay. Potato chips were nice and crispy. That was really the only thing I really liked

★★★★★ 5.0 David Kennedy · Nov 2025

Here is a clean, ready to copy and paste review for Down the Hatch in Ponce Inlet: ⸻ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5 Down the Hatch in Ponce Inlet was a great experience. The atmosphere is relaxing with beautiful views of the water, and the whole place has a laid back coastal vibe that makes you want to stay awhile. The staff was friendly and attentive, and the food came out fast and tasted great. It felt like a local spot that actually cares about giving customers a good experience. Overall, it was a really nice place and I would definitely go back.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Seafood restaurant

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