Coconut Joe's
Folly Beach
Restaurant in Folly Beach, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Business Casual
Why go
Coconut Joe's is a practical Folly Beach choice when convenience matters more than a chef-led or wine-driven meal. Use it for casual groups already on Center Street; cross-shop Costa or Kwei Fei if the evening needs more culinary focus.
About Coconut Joe's
Coconut Joe's is a Folly Beach venue with daily hours and a business casual dress code. Its information focuses on practical details like opening times, but it does not specify a cuisine, chef-led format, awards, prices, reservations, takeout, delivery, or a beverage program.
Choose it for a practical Folly Beach plan
For planning basics, Coconut Joe's is open Monday through Thursday from 11 AM to 10 PM, Friday from 11 AM to 11 PM, Saturday from 10 AM to 11 PM, and Sunday from 10 AM to 10 PM. Dress is listed as business casual.
Without a named cuisine, wine focus, tasting-menu format, or special-occasion angle, compare it carefully with other options before making it the centerpiece of a night out. If you are also considering dining beyond Folly Beach, you may want to compare it with Costa or Kwei Fei. For broader trip planning, see the Folly Beach restaurants guide, Folly Beach bars guide, and Folly Beach experiences guide.
Best fit: diners who prioritize basics
When planning for Coconut Joe's, keep these basics in mind: it is in Folly Beach, it keeps daily hours, and the dress code is business casual.
The strongest recommendation is practical: choose Coconut Joe's if its Folly Beach location, daily schedule, and business casual dress code fit your plan. If the meal itself needs to be chosen around a particular cuisine, beverage list, or format, confirm those details directly before committing.
Planning details
- Location
- 11 Center St, Folly Beach, SC 29439
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- coconutjoesbeachgrill.com
- Phone
- +18439703934
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Coconut Joe's presents itself as a breezy, coastal beach bar and grill that leans into Folly Beach's informal, outdoors-first character. The dining room and seating face the Atlantic, with ocean-facing positions and sandy floors that let the beach and casual hospitality set the tone. It reads as approachable and unpretentious, the sort of spot that celebrates local seafood and the island's transient, sun-soaked energy without pretense.
Best For
This is a straightforward pick for daytime and casual meals: think brunch, lunch and easy family outings after a beach visit. Located on Center Street within walking distance of public beach access, Coconut Joe's competes on location and accessibility rather than formality. The menu anchors, like the Famous Coconut Shrimp and the Beach Burger, underscore its role as a coastal comfort-food stop that pairs well with sand-between-your-toes outings and low-key gatherings rather than formal dinners.
Ordering Tips
Stick to what the place does best: coastal, casual seafood and grill items. The Famous Coconut Shrimp is a signature for a reason, and the Beach Burger signals a reliable bar-and-grill offering; both are sensible first choices. Given the write-up's emphasis on local shrimp and Lowcountry seafood production, asking about that day's sourcing can be worthwhile. Expect relaxed, informal service and an experience driven as much by location and atmosphere, ocean-facing spots and a walkable Center Street setting, as by ambitious culinary technique.
Venue details
Ambiance
Fun and casual beach atmosphere with rooftop views and lively entertainment.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Business Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Comfort cooking
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Cocktails
Signature Dishes
- Famous Coconut Shrimp
- Beach Burger
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 11 Center St, Folly Beach, SC 29439
Planning details
Location
11 Center St, Folly Beach, SC 29439 · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
Choose Costa if the group wants a more dinner-driven evening rather than a casual beach-area stop. Choose Kwei Fei if leaving Folly Beach is acceptable and the meal itself is the priority.
Restaurant context
How Coconut Joe's compares around Folly Beach
Coconut Joe's wins on Folly Beach convenience. If the group is already on the island, it is the easier choice than driving to Edison James Island, Mondo's Delite, or Melvin's BBQ - James Island. That makes it the practical pick for beach-day timing, casual groups, and low-planning meals.
For a more intentional dinner, look harder at Kwei Fei or Costa. Coconut Joe's has the easier location for Folly Beach visitors, but those two are stronger cross-shops when the meal, wine pairing, or overall dining feel matters more than staying on Center Street.
Value depends on what the group is optimizing for. Coconut Joe's is the value play for avoiding extra travel and keeping the plan casual; Melvin's BBQ - James Island is the more specific choice if the group wants barbecue, while Edison James Island and Mondo's Delite make more sense for diners already headed toward James Island.
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Compare Coconut Joe's
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Coconut Joe's | Folly Beach | No published awards |
| Edison James Island | Charleston | No published awards |
| Mondo's Delite | Charleston | No published awards |
| Melvin's BBQ - James Island | Charleston | No published awards |
| Kwei Fei | Charleston | No published awards |
| Costa | Charleston | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coconut Joe's good for a special occasion?
It does not feature a special-occasion format, awards, tasting menu, or beverage program. Coconut Joe's is a Folly Beach venue with daily hours and a business casual dress code; for a more deliberate dinner comparison, consider Kwei Fei or Costa.
How far ahead should I book Coconut Joe's?
Reservation requirements are not available. Use the hours for planning: Monday through Thursday 11 AM to 10 PM, Friday 11 AM to 11 PM, Saturday 10 AM to 11 PM, and Sunday 10 AM to 10 PM. If your night needs a tighter plan, compare with Edison James Island.
Is lunch or dinner better at Coconut Joe's?
Hours span daytime and evening, but no specific lunch or dinner menu is available. Coconut Joe's opens at 11 AM Monday through Friday, 10 AM on Saturday and Sunday, and closes at 10 PM most nights, with 11 PM closing on Friday and Saturday.
What should I order at Coconut Joe's?
Specific dishes and cuisine are not available, so an order cannot be recommended.
What are alternatives to compare with Coconut Joe's?
For comparison, you can look at Mondo's Delite, Kwei Fei, Costa, Edison James Island, and Melvin's BBQ - James Island, depending on the kind of meal you want and where you are willing to go. Coconut Joe's itself is the Folly Beach option.
Does Coconut Joe's handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary and allergy accommodations are not available. If you have a specific restriction, contact Coconut Joe's directly before visiting and do not assume a specialized menu setup.
