KILTED MERMAID

Is KILTED MERMAID clean? Yes — an A grade, 97/100, at its most recent inspection on February 13, 2026. That visit logged 1 intermediate violation.

Its latest inspection on February 13, 2026 cited only 1 intermediate violation. That puts it safer than 74% of Indian River County restaurants we grade — near the top of the county. Menus here flag options for vegan, vegetarian, and healthy diners.

A · 97/100 · safer than 74% of Indian River County

Get directions Call (772) 569-5533

Restaurant details

Health grade
A (97/100)
Violations
1 total — 1 intermediate
Address
1937 OLD DIXIE HWY, Vero Beach, FL
Cuisine
Other
Categories
Restaurant, Bar & grill, Fondue restaurant, Live music venue, Lounge bar, Pub
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.6 stars (1352 reviews)
Seats
130
Phone
(772) 569-5533
Website
Official website
Photo of KILTED MERMAID
Photo: Kilted Mermaid

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.6 Community-sourced rating 1,352 reviews
Read all reviews on Google →

What diners say — our read

Sorted by date, these 17 reviews trend upward. Where how guests are treated comes up, the rating that follows averages 4.2, so it reads as a strength.

Conspicuously absent: wait times, which no reviewer brings up. 5 stars is the modal score, given by 11 of the 17 reviewers who rated. Of the 17 rated reviews, 13 sit at four stars or better and 3 at two or below.

On the inspection side the picture is cleaner: DBPR graded this kitchen an A (97/100), with 1 intermediate violations. Whatever the reviews argue about, sanitation is not the weak point. That inspection was on February 13, 2026. On health score it sits safer than 74% of the Indian River County restaurants we grade.

With both signals pointing the same way, there is little to argue about on this listing. The individual reviews are below, newest first, if you want the raw material.

Our own analysis of 17 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 29, 2026

    The food, vibes, and staff are all AMAZING! We will definitely be back!

  • June 28, 2026

    Cool place with character. Great live music on Saturday.

  • June 21, 2026

    Atmosphere eclectic. Great selection of beer. Many vegan options.

  • June 10, 2026

    Very eclectic decor inside and out adds to the atmosphere. Nice range of beers, the service was excellent and an interesting food menu including octopus and various fondues

  • June 6, 2026

    Great food. Great atmosphere. Great place!!!

  • May 30, 2026

    love kilted mermaid lots of great music and fun events. delicious food, great staff and a wide selection of beers, cocktails as well as NA options.

  • May 24, 2026

    Mediocre food, mediocre staff, mediocre service. Staff is extremely unprofessional, childish and know nothing about the menu. Has a “better than thou” complex. Nothing about this place is worth spending a penny. NOT KID/FAMILY FRIENDLY

  • May 24, 2026

    I enjoyed it first time being at a true lgbtq+ themed/owned restaurant/bar. Atmosphere was amazing food even better staff were amazing 10/10 would come again 😀

  • May 23, 2026

    I enjoyed going to the Kilted Mermaid for the band that was playing, and while I'm not partial towards the establishments decorations, the food was amazing (worth the prices they have) and the place has a cozy feel to it inside 😊

  • May 21, 2026

    If youb are vegan and looking for some great food, great beer and a great atmosphere this is the place!

  • May 7, 2026

    Funky place, great beer selection.

  • May 2, 2026

    Sort of funny how the wife and I found this place. I started this system when there were no smart phones, and continue this method even as they exist. If in a town and wondering where I should go, I seek out a bar with an adjective-animal in its name. Blind Pig. Fainting Goat. Happy Monkey. Whatever. Yes, I know a mermaid is only half fish, but it is my game and therefore it qualifies. Anyway, another thing my wife and I seek out is FONDUE. Thus, when we crossed my search of adjective-animal bars and her search of fondue...bingo. We made a great choice. This place just bleeds good vibes from the moment you walk in. Unique exterior, beer garden area, cool wall decor, corners with all sorts of stuff going on, cool outdoor patio area, and, most importantly, great service. Thor (I assume one of the managers) greeted us, and elevated our experience. He was just covering until the other bartender came on, but we enjoyed the heck out his friendliness, efficiency, humor, and knowledge of the menu and of the bar. We got the three cheese fondue dish, and it was amazing. Plenty of cheese, plenty of dippers. We didn't add protein (I believe that cheese has protein in it), and I thought the pretzel and potato were the best dippers, although bread is a given as a good choice. PLENTY of beer on tap, and I had the Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA. Wife had the rose and liked it also. We went when they first opened, but you just had a feeling, looking around, that the place got FUN later on.…

  • April 28, 2026

    Just realized I mistakenly rated Kilted Mermaid one instead of five stars. This is a super fun place for dinner and entertainment of all kinds. Love music, drag bingo, trivia and more. Food is enjoyable and vegan / vegetarian friendly and if you like fondue this is the place. Great selection of wine and beer and newly has a liquor license. Go soon and often. No regrets.

  • April 12, 2026

    This place is a wreak useless workers

  • April 9, 2026

    They’ll mess up your order then claim you made the mistake. Don’t come here expecting good service

  • March 21, 2026

    Place us and really nice place, great food great beer, great staff.

  • March 18, 2026

    Great ambience, a unique atmosphere compared to most Florida places. Warm, friendly, inclusive, and welcoming staff. Love the beer selection and the variety of entertainment. The weak link is the menu. I wish they had better food choices, we always have to go to dinner somewhere else first.

Overall Score

72 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 40/40
    Grade A
  • Dietary transparency 10/20
    3 options listed
  • Community rating 18/20
    4.6★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 4/10
    Stable, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
4 to 10 PM
Wednesday
4 to 11 PM
Thursday
4 to 11 PM
Friday
4 to 11 PM
Saturday
4 to 11 PM
Sunday
4 to 9 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. February 13, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 0 basic

    • 02 — Consumer advisory, date-marking & labeling of ready-to-eat foods
  2. July 9, 2025 · Complaint Full

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 1 basic

    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: February 13, 2026