The 13,000-Gallon Aquarium At This Deep Ocean-Themed Restaurant In Indiana Is A Sight To See
By Elizabeth Crozier|Published September 17, 2018
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An Illinois transplant who grew up and went to school in Indiana for 22 years, Elizabeth holds a BFA in creative writing and has enjoyed traveling across the country and parts of Europe. She has visited half of the states, as well as parts of Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean, and regularly travels home to the Hoosier State to see friends and family. With more than five years of writing experience, Elizabeth’s articles have been featured on several websites, and her poetry and short stories have been published in multiple literary journals.
Few people know that there’s an aquarium restaurant in Indiana. Located in the northern region of the state, this ocean-themed oasis features a gigantic fish tank you won’t soon forget.
Whether you love nautical decor or just can’t get enough of seafood, this restaurant will make your meal spectacular. Scroll on for more details.
Islamorada Fish Company is a nautical-themed restaurant with 15 locations throughout the United States. The one in Portage, Indiana is home to a 13,000-gallon aquarium you have to see to believe.
Situated in the middle of the restaurant is this gigantic and unique salt water fish tank. It is home to many different species of colorful fish and coral that will make you think you're at an actual aquarium.
Whether or not you sit within sight of the fish tank, you'll get to enjoy a plethora of deep-sea decor. Everywhere you look in this restaurant, there are fish and other nautical images.
Guests may choose to sit outside where there is space for about 70 people. This seating option is ideal when the weather is nice because it comes with an excellent view.
Menu items include burgers, tacos, sandwiches, brisket, cheese curds, boneless wings, soups, salads, and much more. Dessert options include key lime pie, a smore's cookie skillet, and carrot cake.
Guests will of course find plenty of seafood at Islamorada Fish Company as well. Shrimp, salmon, tilapia, catfish, mahi mahi, redfish, mussels, alligator, and calamari abound.
Guests can also enjoy a wealth of drinks from the bar, including cocktails, wine, and beer. Featured drinks include the Sunset Sangria and the Fish Bowl.
This aquarium restaurant is open daily. Hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday through Saturday.
Islamorada Fish Company is located at 6425 Daniel Burnham Dr., Portage, IN 46368, and you can get more information on its website or Facebook page.
