The Salty Tarpon

06/12/2026

06/06/2026

Today’s special at Saltys! Taco salad $17.95

06/03/2026

The snowbirds have headed north, the roads are finally drivable, and Punta Gorda belongs to the locals again.

Whether you’re stopping in for fresh seafood, an ice-cold drink, or live music, we’ve got a seat waiting for you.

Live music every day we’re open.
Closed Mondays so our crew can enjoy a little Florida summer too.

Come see why locals call The Salty Tarpon their spot.

Who’s joining us this week?

05/28/2026

Summer Hours Update from The Salty Tarpon

As most of our locals know, summer in Florida is a little different. The pace slows down, the crowds thin out, and it’s one of the few times of year our team gets a chance to catch their breath.

Starting this summer, we’ll be closed on Mondays.

This gives our staff a guaranteed day to spend with family, get out on the water, enjoy the sunshine, or simply relax before another busy week. The crew works hard all season long, and we think they’ve earned a little time to enjoy what makes Southwest Florida special.

We’ll still be here serving up cold drinks, great food and good times Tuesday through Sunday. We appreciate your understanding and continued support of our team.

Life’s too short not to enjoy a Florida summer once in a while.

See you Tuesday! 🍻☀️🐟

New Summer Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday–Sunday: Business as usual.

05/28/2026

🦈🌴 Salty Tarpon merch is in and looking GOOD! 🌴🦈

From bright tanks to performance long sleeves, we’ve got the perfect gear to keep you looking salty all summer long ☀️🍹
Stop by The Salty Tarpon in Punta Gorda and grab your favorite color before they’re gone!

🎣 Tanks • Performance tees • Hats
📍 The Salty Tarpon – Punta Gorda, FL

05/28/2026

Reminder for all the fish fry fans — our $25 All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry is happening THIS Thursday at The Salty Tarpon.

We’re serving up U.S. farm-raised catfish with hush puppies, fries, and coleslaw until you tap out. Crispy, hot, and made the way a proper fish fry should be.

05/27/2026

🎶🌴 LIVE MUSIC TONIGHT at The Salty Tarpon! 🌴🎶

Join us for an unforgettable evening with the amazing Emma Briggs performing live from 5PM–8PM! 🎤✨

Grab your favorite drink, enjoy the sunset vibes, and kick back with great music, cold cocktails, and even better company. 🍹☀️🎶

Come get hooked on the vibes! 🦈🌊

05/27/2026

Frequently Asked Questions about our “WHEN IT RAINS… WE POUR” patio promotion:

Is it covered? Yep.

Does it leak like a sieve and are you probably still gonna get wet? Also yep.

Is standing under a Florida patio during a summer storm technically a perfect weatherproof strategy? Absolutely not.

Will there be cheap drinks, questionable dance moves, random laughter from people embracing poor life decisions, and a better time than sitting at home watching rain hit your windows? Without a doubt.

Look, we’re not promising dryness. We’re promising a good time.

50% OFF drinks while it’s raining. Outside bar only.

Come embrace the chaos.

05/26/2026

You asked. We listened. We heard the cries, the comments, the passionate debates, and what may or may not have been taco-related threats. Hard shell fans, your day has arrived.

Taco Tuesday at The Salty Tarpon now has BOTH hard and soft shells. Same all-you-can-eat tacos, same seasoned ground beef, lettuce, tomato, lime… now with one less thing for Facebook to argue about.

All You Can Eat Taco Tuesday — $19. Come hungry. Bring backup.