Salty Papa's Shrimp House

Where the Bayou Meets the Beach

Fort Myers, Florida • Open Daily 11am – 8:30pm

Come On In, Y'all

Everything on our menu is sourced from Florida and the South and made from scratch right here in our kitchen. Our two amazing chefs bring you the rich, spicy flavors of the bayou alongside the fresh, light tastes of the Gulf Coast.

We're a neighborhood spot — come as you are, bring the family (and the dog!), and enjoy yourself for a spell.

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Signature Dish

Papa's Famous Shrimp & Grits

Creamy cheddar cheese grits topped with sautéed pink Gulf shrimp, spicy andouille sausage, white wine, peppers, and our signature Low Country seasonings. The dish that put us on the map.

$24.99

Fan Favorite

Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

Two skewers of large sweet pink shrimp wrapped in slices of hickory smoked bacon, brushed with sweet barbeque sauce. Served with sweet potato fries and creamy coleslaw.

$24.99

Southern Classic

Louisiana Gator Tail

Bite-sized pieces of real gator marinated, lightly-floured and fried, served with our Cajun remoulade. A true southern classic you won't find just anywhere.

$16.99

Signature Drink

The Salty Papa Margarita

Premium tequila and orange liqueur blended with real lime, lemon, and orange juices. On the rocks or frozen — traditional, strawberry, or mango. The perfect Gulf Coast sipper.

$9.99

Classic

Jumbo Shrimp Po' Boy

Fresh bakery long roll loaded with crispy-fried Gulf shrimp, fully dressed with chopped lettuce, tomato, and our homemade Cajun remoulade. Served with hush puppies.

$16.99

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What We're Known For

Fresh Gulf Seafood

Real USA wild-caught shrimp, grouper, oysters, stone crab, and today's catch — straight from Gulf fishermen. Never imported.

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Signature Cocktails

The Salty Papa Margarita, Snowbird frozen rum drinks, Blue Mermaid — 11 signature cocktails plus Wicked Dolphin rum and Cigar City craft beers.

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Southern Starters

Gator tail, fried green tomatoes, peel-n-eat shrimp, hush puppies, fresh oysters — scratch-made appetizers you won't find anywhere else.

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100%

Scratch-Made

GF Fryers

Allergy Friendly

Pup Menu

Pet-Friendly Patio

5 Stars

Yelp • TripAdvisor

Why Folks Keep Coming Back

✓ Allergy friendly — dedicated gluten-free fryers, staff trained on every ingredient
✓ Pet-friendly courtyard — bring the pup, we've got a Pupper Meals menu for them
✓ Everything homemade — sauces, dressings, soups, desserts, all from scratch daily
✓ Never imported seafood — only USA-sourced from Florida, Texas, and Louisiana fishermen
✓ Owner always on-site — any request or concern, handled right on the spot