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Four Jupiter Restaurants, From Raw Bar to Food Shack
A waterfront oyster bar, a marina hangout with lighthouse views, a hot-dog stand on A1A, and a daily-changing fish menu.
By Local Bongo Editors

Jupiter has a waterfront oyster bar with 45 beers, a marina restaurant where boats pull up to the dock, a hot-dog stand that has been on A1A since 1994, and a fish shack whose menu changes daily. These four are independent, and each runs on its own set of rules. Here is what each one actually offers, drawn from what the businesses publish.
Lucky Shuck: Oyster Bar and Taphouse on the Jupiter Inlet
Lucky Shuck is an oyster bar and taphouse at 1116 Love St in Jupiter. The indoor/outdoor space flows out to the Riverwalk along the Jupiter Inlet, with waterfront views and palm trees.
The raw bar carries oysters and seafood, and the kitchen serves fresh Florida seafood, freshly shucked oysters, chilled shellfish, hand-rolled sushi, a local fish sandwich, and snacks, starters, and handhelds. The broader menu is described as Gulf Coast cuisine with an eclectic range that includes daily caught local seafood, smoked ribs, and Cajun char-grilled steak.
The bar showcases 20 beers on tap and 25 additional domestic and craft selections from breweries throughout the Southeast, for a comprehensive list of 45 beers. Cocktails and wine are also served on tap. The cocktail menu is New Orleans-inspired, drawing on the pre-Prohibition era with southern regional ingredients, and the wine list is curated to pair with the seafood-focused cuisine.
The restaurant partners with local fishermen to bring their latest catch straight to the docks. Lucky Shuck is managed by Lessing's.
Lucky Shuck is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:30am to 9:00pm and Friday and Saturday from 11:30am to 10:00pm. Reservations and online ordering are available. The phone number is 561-532-3331.
U-Tiki Beach: Marina Restaurant and Bar with Lighthouse Views
U-Tiki Beach is a waterfront restaurant and bar at Jupiter Inlet Marina, 1095 N. HWY A1A in Jupiter. It has views of the Jupiter Lighthouse and is described as a tropical getaway with plenty of boat slips. Guests can arrive by boat at the marina, and annual and month-to-month boat slip rentals are available. Fishing charters and boat rentals are also available.
The restaurant serves fresh seafood and sushi, and tropical drinks are available to relax on the beach. It is described as great for kids and families.
The dinner menu lists Caribbean Conch Fritters with Creole Mustard for $19, Crab Stuffed Egg Rolls with Sambal Aioli for $18, a Crispy Tuna Basil Roll with Wasabi Cream Sauce for $19, Shaka Shrimp crispy with Shaka Sauce for $19, Grilled BBQ Shrimp skewered and basted for $18, Tempura Fish Bites with Tartar Sauce for $20, Mrs. Peters Fish Dip for $17, Caribbean BBQ Steak Tips marinated for $30, and a Tuna Tostada with crispy wontons, ahi tuna, avocado, ginger, sriracha, and wasabi cream sauce for $19.
U-Tiki Beach opens at 4:30pm Monday through Thursday and at noon Friday through Sunday. The phone number is (561) 406-2210.
Dune Dog Cafe: Hot Dogs and Open-Air Decks on A1A
Dune Dog Cafe has been operating since 1994, and the Jupiter location at 775 N. Alt. A1A is described as the original. It has open-air decks on A1A and serves signature dogs, fresh seafood, and ice-cold drinks. The Jupiter location is open daily at 11am: Monday through Thursday 11:00am–9:00pm, Friday and Saturday 11:00am–10:00pm, and Sunday 11:00am–9:00pm. The phone number is 561-744-6667.
The Dog House hot dogs are the restaurant's own signature all-beef dogs on a grilled New England roll. The hot-dog list includes the Naked Dog, The Dune Dog topped with relish and onions, Chicago Dog, Dot's Pushcart Dog with a tomato and onion sauce from the backstreets of Brooklyn, Kraut Dog, Killer Chili Dog, Southwest Dog, Leroy Brown's Junkyard Dog, Sea Dogs, and Corn Dog.
Little Moir's Food Shack: A Daily-Changing Fish Menu
Little Moir's Food Shack opened in Jupiter in 2002. The name comes from Mike Moir being the youngest of eight children and fairly short. The name Food Shack was inspired by a photo Moir took in Bangkok of a small, four-stool alleyway restaurant. Moir began his cooking career at age 14 in Humber College's Chef de Cuisine program, and the restaurant's slogan is 'From top scholar to blue collar. Food for all walks of life.'
The menu changes daily and always features fresh fish prepared in a unique style. The signature dish is Sweet Potato crusted fish over salad, created by Moir on the first day of service. All dressings and sauces are made in house, and every dessert on the menu is homemade. The restaurant offers a handpicked wine list and locally brewed craft beers.
The menu includes Sweet Potato Crust with fresh catch (market price), chicken, or avocado; Panko Fried Oysters; a Fried Tuna & Basil Roll; Shrimp Angel Hair pasta; Indoroni, described as grown-up mac-n-cheese; a Shack Plate with choice of protein and sides; Surf & Turf with braised short ribs and coconut shrimp; a Shack Coconut Rice Noodle Bowl; and Little Moir's Blackened Fish Wrap. The restaurant sources 100% air-chilled Bell & Evans chicken, Bush Brothers Family Reserve burgers and steaks, and bread from Bread by Johnny. Its signature coffee is locally roasted by Oceana Coffee.
In 2012, the restaurant obtained a wholesale and retail fishing license, allowing it to source fish from conservation-minded fishermen in Florida, the U.S., and beyond. Moir, originally from Canada, blends his cultural roots with tropical cuisine. The restaurant's approach to food is summed up by 'A Simple Twist of Taste.'
The restaurant is open Sundays 3–9 PM. Lunch is served Monday through Saturday 11am–4:00pm. Dinner is served Monday–Thursday 4:00pm–9:00pm and Friday–Saturday 4:00–10:00pm. It offers live music and is available for private events. Takeout can be ordered online, and there is a loyalty program. Catering is available through Little Moir's Catering. The restaurant does not take reservations; guests can put their name on the waitlist.
Good to know
Where are these restaurants in Jupiter located?
Lucky Shuck is at 1116 Love St, Jupiter, FL 33477. U-Tiki Beach is at 1095 N. HWY A1A, Jupiter, FL 33477, at Jupiter Inlet Marina. Dune Dog Cafe is at 775 N. Alt. A1A, Jupiter, FL 33477. Little Moir's Food Shack opened in Jupiter, FL.
What does each of these restaurants offer?
Lucky Shuck is an oyster bar and taphouse with a raw bar, fresh Florida seafood, hand-rolled sushi, 45 beers, and cocktails and wine on tap. U-Tiki Beach serves fresh seafood and sushi at Jupiter Inlet Marina, with views of the Jupiter Lighthouse. Dune Dog Cafe serves signature hot dogs, fresh seafood, and cold drinks on open-air decks on A1A. Little Moir's Food Shack has a menu that changes daily and always features fresh fish.
Sources and how we reported this
This guide is based on the businesses' own published information. It is not a hands-on review: Local Bongo did not visit, test or receive anything from the businesses named, and no business paid to appear.
- www.luckyshuckjupiter.com/
- www.luckyshuckjupiter.com/about/
- www.luckyshuckjupiter.com/location/lucky-shuck/
- www.utikibeach.com/
- www.utikibeach.com/about
- www.utikibeach.com/contact-8
- www.utikibeach.com/menu-1
- www.utikibeach.com/contact-us
- dunedog.com/
- dunedog.com/contact
- dunedog.com/locations/jupiter
- dunedog.com/locations/stuart


