Water Oak Grill Menu

Water Oak Grill at 201 Main St Suite 100, Safety Harbor, brings together fresh Florida seafood, premium steaks, colorful produce, and contemporary coastal cooking in an upscale-casual setting. The menu ranges from raw oysters, tuna, shrimp, grouper, hogfish, and octopus to steak, short ribs, salads, sandwiches, and shareable appetizers. A full bar complements the food with craft cocktails, wine, beer, and seasonal drinks. Signature choices include Crab Crusted Grouper, Seared Ahi Tuna, Oysters Rockefeller, Walt’s Crab Cake, Fried Grouper Bites, and Braised Beef Short Ribs.

Prices reflect an elevated seafood-and-steak experience, with starters commonly in the mid-teens to around $20 and substantial seafood entrées reaching the $30 range. Fresh local seafood, quality beef, Florida vegetables, house sauces, and careful cooking deliver a balanced mix of delicate, smoky, buttery, citrusy, and savory flavors.

Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available, while salads, fresh seafood, and vegetable sides provide lighter choices. Dietary allergies can also be accommodated with advance notice. Water Oak is suitable for families, weekend brunch, lunch, dinner, happy hour, date nights, celebrations, and larger group gatherings. It does not serve a traditional early-morning breakfast.

Menu Highlights

Crab Crusted Grouper – $36
Fresh Florida grouper is topped with real crab for a delicate, naturally sweet seafood combination. The tender fish and rich crab crust make this one of Water Oak’s signature entrées.

Fried Grouper Bites – $20
Chunks of grouper are fried until crisp and golden, then served with fries, tartar sauce, and cocktail sauce. The crunchy coating and flaky fish make this a popular shareable starter.

Oysters Rockefeller
Fresh oysters are baked with savory toppings such as bacon, greens, and Parmesan. Briny seafood, melted cheese, and smoky bacon create one of the restaurant’s most praised appetizers.

Walt’s Crab Cake
Generous crab meat is formed into a tender cake with minimal filler, allowing the natural sweetness of the seafood to stand out. Its fresh flavor makes it a frequent customer recommendation.

Seared Ahi Tuna
Ahi tuna is quickly seared to preserve its tender center and paired with Asian-inspired flavors. Fresh tuna and bright seasoning make it one of the menu’s lighter yet distinctive seafood selections.

Braised Beef Short Ribs
Beef is slowly braised until tender and deeply savory. The soft texture and rich cooking juices provide a comforting alternative to the restaurant’s seafood specialties.

Water Oak Chopped Salad – $16
Fresh vegetables and crisp greens create a colorful, refreshing base with plenty of texture. It works well as a lighter meal or alongside seafood and steak.