Reviews Clark's Fish Camp

I've grown to appreciate and practically love Clark's over the years, especially when we have visitors from out-of-town. It's a cozy neighborhood bar and restaurant with comfort food and a unique vibe. It's like dining in a riverside version of the Natural History museum! Kids love it, there's so much to see and explore. There are staples on the menu like burgers, chicken and salads, but also lots of fresh seafood dishes and unique tasters from llama to kangaroo!!

What an Awesome restaurant!!! I have never seen a place like this. Went there for a family dinner with a party of 5 at 730 pm and was seated promptly. The host was quick and knowledgeable about the menu and service also very friendly. Everywhere you looked there was something fun to see. There was a medium size gator in an enclosure on the way to restrooms. The restrooms were clean and decorated well. I like that they have a lot of wild game on the menu that you can try as appetizers. Good to know that it is there if you'd like to try it. Overall I would seriously recommend this to anyone looking for a seafood restaurant that has great food and service with a little something extra for the eyes. If you read and like this review please give it a thumbs up.

This place is a taxidermist dream. Probably over 200 specimens. If you can name an animal, it was probably there. We arrived just 30 minutes before closing. Although they had run out of a few items, the staff was quick to come over and see if we would substitute items. We were never rushed even after closing time. The food was amazing. I had gator tail and fried shrimp. The shrimp were very large. Both items were cooked perfectly. The gator was not chewy like most places. All others in my party agreed to the great taste of their meals as well. I have to make sure my next pass through Jacksonville happens between lunch and dinner. Will definitely be returning.

Fun for the kids. Lots of little gators to watch on the deck. The shark bites were really good but I didn’t really like the Caesar salad and the fried veggies were just ok. The ultimate steak was good but also pretty fatty. Seasoned fries were really good. The service was fast and good. Overall we had a good time.

I loved this place! Simple food, mostly deep fried seafood which makes everything tasty (not healthy but great when you're on holiday). The real reason I loved this place was the amazing collection of stuffed animals from all over the world!!! Giraffes, parrots, bears, alligators, tigers - you name it! The kids loved it. It was like going to the museum of natural history. Just an amazing and beautifully curated collection of real stuffed animals. Additionally the place is on a creek / lake / swamp, and there are many baby alligators and turtles swimming around that you can feed. It's a great activity for the kids while waiting for the food. They but since turtle food for a quarter, then go outside to feed them. I didn't have much to eat as a vegan, but I loved the atmosphere and the diversity of the stuffed animals. Highly recommended!!

"Lions and tigers and bears, oh my!" And at Clark's Fish Camp there is a whole lot more. Rumored to be the largest privately held collection in North America of taxidermy, one can see more animals here than at some zoos! Dramatic, stunningly preserved and beautiful, these animals indeed take center stage and bask in both the spotlights and tiny twinkle lights making this feel amazingly magical. I doubt there is any place like it, anywhere! We were fortunate to be served by Joan Peoples' granddaughter who provided some family history. Joan loved to collect, and in the mid-nineteen-seventies, she added one china fish plate and taxidermy after another. Often obtaining her prized additions at auctions, from zoos, and other collectors, there have to be over 1000 animals and birds here. During dinner, we did get a sense of all eyes on you sensation. After all, when they serve a prime rib that is 2.25 pounds, I believe all eyes did watch that platter make its way to the table. The food was plentiful, tasty and cooked as requested. The boys started with two dozen raw oysters that were served upon a bed of shaved ice. The presentation was impressive. A rich, creamy New England Clam Chowder came next along with an order of Alligator Bites. Dinner entree selections included your meat or seafood, hush puppies, cole slaw and two sides. The food was delicious. Upon leaving, we strolled around again to see the live alligator and outside were treated to a frog serenade coming from the creek that runs near. So when heading to Florida, do add this unique dining spot to your itinerary as it is an excellent place to come!

Food is Amazing! We were a big group. And our server Erica did a great job. Everything was delicious. And the place was really cool. All of the animals were so cool. Loved the atmosphere. Great experience.