Shorty’s Place

About

Bars, American (Traditional)

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    Yelp rating
    4 stars

Location

Adress: 306 W Marion Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Phone: (941) 639-2337

Work Hours

Mon 11:00 am-2:00 am
Tue 11:00 am-2:00 am
Wed 11:00 am-2:00 am
Thu 11:00 am-2:00 am
Fri 11:00 am-2:00 am
Sat 11:00 am-2:00 am
Sun 11:00 am-2:00 am

Business info

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    Health Score
    Pass
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    Takes Reservations
    Yes
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    Delivery
    No
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    Take-out
    No
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    Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
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    Parking
    Private Lot
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    Outdoor Seating
    Yes
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    Has Pool Table
    Yes

Reviews

  • Paul B.

    star star star star star_border 26 June 2026

    Nice local themed tropical dive bar. There is a semi-outdoor smoke friendly section, a billiards room and a dark, dingy indoor bar.

    The semi-outdoor room has the most character and is frequented by the geriatric crowd, who are friendly, if not loquacious.

    The indoor bar is old school and dark
    stimulates self-reflection:"how did I get here?" "Where did I go wrong?"

    I enjoy a good cigar and cold beer without worrying about offending the hypersensitive, confrontational non smoking types.

    The seafood chowder is the past pluperfect superlative of chowder.

    But the caveat is there is zero food served after 3:00 pm, which really blows. You can call ahead and ask them to reserve you some in the fridge.

    I'll be back here next time I'm in town.

  • Stephanie N.

    star star star star star 24 June 2026

    Loved this place found it by accident will be back on purpose. I had perhaps the best seafood chowder I've ever had. It was seafood in every bite. They don't have it all the time so call ahead. Not an extensive food menu but something for everyone. Great craft beer list and what seems like a place that has its regulars and tourists alike. More next time I have the pleasure of eating there again.

  • Paul G.

    star star_border star_border star_border star_border 12 June 2026

    Warning this is a nest of rabid MAGATS , they will push their god in your face. Also they sing like they vote!

  • Ted D.

    star star star star star_border 7 June 2026

    This is a fun local bar with a salty clientele.   The interior is decorated with hundreds of collectable beer cans, signs, and memorabilia.

    They offer a full liquor selection with many draft beers.  They have pool tables, a shuffle board table, and an outside bar/patio.

    I found the drink prices are reasonable as well as the food menu.  Having only cocktails on this visit I will review the food on another visit.

    I like this place because the inside bar is dark, the drinks are good, the staff are friendly, and the locals welcoming.

    On my first visit, Shorty introduced herself and was super nice.

  • Dyane B.

    star star star star star 6 June 2026

    Hands down one of the best karaoke shows! Dennis the DJ has great DJ equipment, works the crowd and is fair. I love the 1:30 Sunday show, as does my husband :)

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