Ballyhoo in old Salty Dog location - Santa Rosa Beach

[beachyteachy]

I dunno scooterbug...I don't want to become the "spokeswoman" for the place...because I'm not... The guys are working their tails off right now but I'm sure they will be on soon to answer questions. They do open on Thursday for sure.

 

[BeachRum1962]

Not a chain?

It's not a chain. They plan to open on Thursday. I went in last night...the old fireplace is fixed up with new tile with a large flat screen on top. Lots of T.V's at the bar...new tables outside. Nice tiled bathrooms and the wood walls/ceiling/bar just sparkles! I believe the t-shirts have come in...menus are on the way. They plan to serve "regular" food...burgers, poboys, grouper sandwich (?). I know they have steak/seafood platter on the menu for night but that's as fancy as it gets. The menu is pretty appetizer heavy. They just plan on having good, regular inexpensive food.

Are you sure it is not a chain? Or at least not involved in some way with the other Florida locations (Tampa & Gainesville)? I was hoping it was affiliated with those b/c the she crab soup is awesome (at least in Gainesville). If not, I would think there might be some copyright infringement issues, although I am not an expert in this field, nor am I an attorney. I agree the logo is very cool though.

 

[Barefoot BBQ]

I dunno scooterbug...I don't want to become the "spokeswoman" for the place...because I'm not... The guys are working their tails off right now but I'm sure they will be on soon to answer questions. They do open on Thursday for sure.

Looking forward to having another cool, local beach bar to hang out at....hope that you are able to have live music & fly under the radar of people who complain. Maybe if y'all did music from 3 or 4 till 8 you could have the most slammin happy hour in the 30A area without causing a disruption. The best of luck to you and welcome to the neighborhood!

 

[Matt J]

If it inherits the spirit of the previous establishments it should be a blast.

 

[joho]

Are you sure it is not a chain? Or at least not involved in some way with the other Florida locations (Tampa & Gainesville)? I was hoping it was affiliated with those b/c the she crab soup is awesome (at least in Gainesville). If not, I would think there might be some copyright infringement issues, although I am not an expert in this field, nor am I an attorney. I agree the logo is very cool though.

I personally think the locals will always refer to the place as the "dog".

Best of Luck Ballyhoo!

 

[beachyteachy]

Opening tonight...

 

[B08lmg]

When will the website be updated with menus and such? Coming down next weekend and super excited - I can drink and walk!

 

[sunspotbaby]

Opening tonight...

Oh! I thought it was later this weekend! Good for ya'll!

 

[PJJ]

Live music tonight through Sunday from 7-10 or so. Shane O'Dazier from Nashville is playing with a few other guys from up that way. Good band for an opening weekend.

 

[shellak]

ate at ballyhoo's last night. impressed with the food and service along with the prices. very affordable. had the grouper sandwich, and the piece of fish was quite large. hubby said the cheeseburger was great. everyone checked on how we were doing and refilled our drinks. a shout out to the young fellow who is friends with the owner's son. he was very personable, filled our drinks promptly and we enjoyed meeting him. much luck to the owners - we will continue our support of this establishment. love the local restauranteurs!!