SQUARE
GROUPER BAR AT CASTAWAYS MARINA Pictures Of Jupiter, Florida Location Of Tropical Tiki Bar Used In
The
Alan Jackson & Jimmy Buffett Music Video "It's Five O'Clock
Somewhere."
The "Old Florida" feel of The Square Grouper bar starts
the moment you drive in. The parking lot is paved with nothing
more than sand. At one time Jupiter was a slow, remote
coastal town. The Grouper's location is still typical of "old
Jupiter," which is what gives it a lot of it's laid back
"Margaritaville" appeal. Modern day Jupiter is quickly replacing it's Old Florida
attitude with one that's more akin to wealthy Boca Raton or Delray
Beach.
This "back story" has struck a cord with locals. It immediately
gave
the bar a special place in people's hearts. Everyone knows the clock's
ticking. It's only a matter of time before the City pries
loose this unrefined gem and polishes it into something with the soul
of an upscale mall.
Since its
beginning more than three decades ago, Castaways Marina has
been popular with Jupiter's local fishermen. It's located
just inside the Jupiter Inlet. Seafood used to be weighed
and purchased wholesale in Castaways parking lot. Fish come
off
the docks or are brought by anglers who pull their boats over from the
nearby
Burt
Reynolds Park launch ramps. One of those trailered fishing
boats is seen in the background.
This
photo shows fish being weighted in The Square Grouper's parking
lot. The fish are then moved to a refrigerated truck.
This
picture shows the entrance to Castaways Marina's Square Grouper
Bar. Signs request that visitors keep parking lot noise to a
minimum because of the nearby homes.
The building operated as a bait and convenience store
from 1970-2003. Bait and tackle are still available in the back.
Note The Square Grouper's "Magic Door" is seen open here.
This
is door Alan Jackson opens to join Jimmy Buffett on stage in
the
"It's Five O' Clock Somewhere" music video.
The Square Grouper's restrooms are found on the side. Click below
to see photos of the bar's tropical seating area and beautiful
views.
DIRECTIONS
TO THE SQUARE GROUPER BAR IN JUPITER
Take I-95 or
Florida's Turnpike to Indiantown Road (Route 706) in Jupiter.
Head east about 5 miles on Indiantown Road. After
going over the Intercoastal Waterway bridge, take the first left on
to U.S. 1 (head north.)
After Burt Reynolds Park, turn right (east) on to A1A.
Travel east a few blocks. Look for Schooners Restaurant.
It's on the corner of Love Street and A1A. Turn left
(north) on Love Street and follow to the end.
Park in the dirt parking lot behind blue and green
painted
building. Keep the parking lot noise and activity to a minimum...
the neighbors complain frequently to the town council.
Note that there are no signs directing visitors to The Square
Grouper. You can also access the bar from the Castaways Marina
docks. Simply head in the Jupiter Inlet and look for the blue and
green colored building across from the lighthouse.
STREET ADDRESS & HOURS Castaways Marina - Square
Grouper Bar
1111 Love Street
Jupiter, Florida
Posted Hours Of Operation:
Noon-Midnight daily
PICTURES OF THE CASTAWAYS MARINA SQUARE
GROUPER
BAR
This web site contains two dozen pictures on The Square
Grouper Bar. Click the links below to see the photos:
MORE ABOUT THE JUPITER, FLORIDA AREA
Jupiter is a
beautiful coastal area with beaches, reefs, water recreation and
sea life. Visitors enjoy tropical breezes and crystal clear water
from the Gulf Stream. From Jupiter it's an easy boat trip to
Bimini and the Bahamas. Jupiter Island is the most exclusive and
affluent
area in the United States. Check out the following pages to learn
more about the Jupiter area:
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