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Black Hammock Restaurant

Updated 2026-08-19 · 15,282 reviewed · 209 listed · Scored from 1,314 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.2(1314) 72 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified moderate
Traditional Smokehouse BBQRib House / Ribs SpecialistBBQ BuffetBBQ CateringCarolina-Style BBQBBQ Food Truck / Stand
Black Hammock Restaurant
Price
moderate
Services
Traditional Smokehouse BBQ, Rib House / Ribs Specialist, BBQ Buffet
Reviews
1314

What recent reviews say

Black Hammock delivers the lakeside Florida experience with gator bites and specialty items that keep some guests coming back, and staff members like Courtney, Jaylyn and B earn repeated praise for attentiveness. Recent visitors report waits of 40+ minutes, underseasoned or overcooked dishes, and a notable drop in consistency that longtime customers attribute to management changes.

Praised for
  • gator bites and local specialty items praised
  • friendly staff named and highlighted
  • unique lakeside atmosphere and airboat rides
  • casual Florida vibe attracts return visitors
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Best for: Visitors seeking a unique Florida dining experience with airboat access and casual lakeside atmosphere.

Strengths

  • Gator bites and local specialty items
  • Airboat rides on Lake Jesup included
  • Lakeside setting with historic local character
  • Attentive named staff (Courtney, Jaylyn, B)

Worth knowing

  • Staff members Courtney, Jaylyn, and B specifically praised for attentiveness and hospitality
  • Gator bites consistently highlighted as signature item
  • Wait times reported at 25-40 minutes for ordering and food
  • Recent management or ownership change noted in reviews as coinciding with service decline
  • Two airboats reportedly out of service during recent visit

How it compares

  • Rated 4.2 against a 4.49 average across the 190 traditional smokehouse bbq businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 69% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 47
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
782
4
272
3
118
2
54
1
88

Common questions

Are airboat rides included with dining?
Airboat rides are available on Lake Jesup and can be scheduled; reviews indicate they operate separately and carry an additional cost.
What are the signature menu items?
Gator bites are frequently praised. The menu also includes fried catfish, chicken, coconut shrimp, wings, and burgers with gator toppings available.
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Last updated 2026-08-19