Welcome To
Jungle Terrace
Doc Ford’s Jungle Terrace is our newest location, but a favorite already. Located on the westside of the St. Pete peninsula in the Jungle Terrace area, we have waterfront views that will blow your mind! We’re tucked away on long bayou, where the calm breeze flows through our waterfront building with our inside/outside bar with great west facing sunset views!
Dustin Rickards
Jungle Terrace-St. Pete General Manager
"Doc Ford’s has given me so much over the years—a career I’m passionate about, connections with incredible people, and a community I’m proud to serve. I love seeing the same faces come in week after week; it’s like sharing a meal with friends every day. That sense of family among our team and our guests is what makes Doc Ford's special.
Hands down, my favorite dish is the Cedar Plank Salmon, especially with our au gratin potatoes, sautéed spinach, and mushrooms. The combination of flavors—rich, smoky salmon with the creaminess of the potatoes and the earthy spinach and mushrooms—makes for the perfect bite. It’s simple yet full of flavor, and every time I have it, it reminds me of why I love being part of the Doc Ford’s family."
Dustin has been with the Doc Ford’s family since 2009. He grew up in Fort Myers and has worked at nearly every Doc Ford’s location—except for Sanibel! When he moved to St. Pete to open the Pier location, he felt excited to bring our signature Florida flavors to a new community. Now, being at Jungle Terrace, close to the beach and surrounded by regulars who reminds him of the friendly faces back home, it feels like coming full circle.
What Our Customers Say
Hopeful-Beach-Bum
Wonderful Night and Great Service
Wonderful dinner out at Doc Ford's. Shout out to our amazing server HEATHER! Thanks for taking such good care of us. The location is absolutely gorgeous and the food amazing! We had two fresh grouper dishes that were fantastic. The stars were the sauces though - absolutely delicious. We loved it so much we plan to visit another location of Doc Ford's this week.
marierH3649DS
Best restaurant in Florida!
This Doc Fords location is AMAZING! Our waitress Heather W was so sweet, attentive, and very knowledgeable of
the menu. The location is great, the food is beyond words, live music and great views.
sedona56
Lunch could not have been better. Great experience.
This Doc Ford's location is the very best. Three of us went for lunch today and everything was absolutely great. Kris was our waiter but he was much more than that. A total professional with a nice personality who explained what to expect. He was right on target as the lobster rolls were packed with lobster meat and a perfectly toasted roll. The steak salad had plenty of high quality meat cooked to perfection. Thank you Kris and chefs in the kitchen for making our lunch memorable. See you again, soon.
Y4330AYbrittanyb
Don't Miss This Gem!
Delicious fresh food. Salad dressings were incredible, tostadas were great, the rum was perfection and Paul's service was exquisite.
