The Florida Restaurant With Fish Camp Roots That Date Back To The 1940s

Anyone who lives in Florida likely already knows what a fish camp is. But for anyone who is unfamiliar, today a fish camp is usually a place where you can order up heaps of fresh, fried seafood for an all-satisfying meal. You know that oceanside greasy spoon with fresh-off-the-boat fish that’s fried to order at your local beach? That’s a fish camp. But back in the day, fish camps were considered to be places where people would hang out and fish all day, telling tales of their best catch, then cook, clean, and eat all around a campsite. We have a restaurant in Jacksonville that has deep fish camp roots, dating all the way back to the 1940s. Locals and tourists alike enjoy the historic fish camp, Singleton’s Seafood Shack in Florida. 

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Google Mike McElhaney

There's nothing quite as relaxing as waterfront dining, especially on a warm day. Basking in the sun, watching the ocean, and snacking on delicious fresh fish, what could be better?

Facebook Singleton's Seafood Shack

The food you're eating likely came from one of those boats, that's how fresh we're talking here.

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Google Frank Eaton

Though you're no longer required to catch and skin the fish yourself, the restaurant maintains that community centric feel from its origins.

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TripAdvisor rychencop

The lunch baskets are an especially great deal, packed with savory fried seafood for a discounted lunchtime price.

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TripAdvisor Kim E

You may need to return to Singleton's Seafood Shack again and again to try everything on the menu.

Google Dr. Debra Dupree

The serenity is unparalleled. We don't blame you if you spend all afternoon wining and dining under the sun.

TripAdvisor DDStovall

The bones are the same, but some necessary upgrades have brought this historic restaurant into the present with some new and improved creature comforts.

Google Desi Ferich

It's not just any restaurant that can stick around that long in a city of other alternatives.

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Have you ever been to Singleton’s Seafood Shack in Florida before? Share with us your experience in the comments section! We’re dying to know whether you prefer the first shrimp or the fried squid, dining inside in the classic, historic space or outside with the stunning water views. There’s so many choices to be made when dining at Singleton’s Seafood Shack, and the best part is, you can’t go wrong.

Or if you’re looking for more information about this seafood place in Jacksonville, including current hours of operation, then visit the Facebook Page. For another scrumptious fish camp in Florida, check out our previous article.