Pasco County, FL – Residents of West Pasco County have something exciting to look forward to, as plans for a new dining experience at Anclote River Park are underway. The much-anticipated restaurant, named "Whiskey Fish" or "Whiskey Fish on the Anclote," is set to enhance the park's ongoing remodeling efforts.
Initially submitted between 2021 and 2022, the development plans reveal that Whiskey Fish is envisioned to be akin to the popular RumFish Grill. Interestingly, the new establishment is being brought to life by the same visionary team behind RumFish Grill and the renowned Orange County Choppers restaurant.
Whiskey Fish is not just a restaurant; it's poised to be a culinary and recreational hub. The design includes an indoor bar, indoor and outdoor dining options, and a sundeck, accommodating a total of 548 seats or 108 tables. Patrons can expect two stages for live entertainment – one inside and another in the covered pavilion – adding to the vibrant atmosphere. Moreover, the site will feature a retail section and an outdoor retail hut, broadening the visitor experience.
But that's not all. Whiskey Fish aims to be more than just a place to dine. The restaurant plans to offer a range of water sports activities from its outdoor retail hut. This includes wave runner rentals (jet skis), paddle boards, and possibly even parasailing and a boat shuttle service to Anclote Key Island. These features, however, are still in the planning stages and have yet to be confirmed.
The restaurant's culinary focus will be on grilled fish and seafood, complemented by nightly live music and all-day live performances on weekends, ensuring a lively and engaging atmosphere for guests.
While the exact timeline for construction remains tentative, survey crews were spotted at the park this past Thursday, January 4, hinting at progress in the park's future development. The county, a few months ago, had hinted at initiating construction within the next two years. Recent submissions of preliminary site development plans for the park further underscore this commitment.
For the latest updates on this exciting development and more local news, residents are encouraged to visit the West Pasco Community Website at www.WestPascoCommunity.com or follow us on our social media pages at Facebook and Twitter.
Stay tuned, West Pasco County, for a new destination that promises to blend culinary delights with recreational fun right in the heart of our community!