Doesn’t look like much on the outside, but you definitely don’t wanna pass this place up!
Great Food, Great Service!!
You know what they say…It’s what’s on the inside that counts.
We are proud to feature some amazing recipes that we have enjoyed throughout our travels, including fresh oysters, gator tail, crab legs and more. All in a relaxed atmosphere with live entertainment, karaoke and more.
The food is some of the best you will ever taste and the prices are reasonable.
So join your neighbors, your friends or make new ones. Now just sit back, relax and enjoy a few of our favorites.
Down-to-earth spot for homestyle Cajun dishes, plus frequent events such as live music & karaoke. Based on 693 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.3 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ Delivery
Address:
4218 S Main St, Joplin, MO 64804
Phone: (417) 782-4323
Website:
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Hours
| Sunday |
Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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3–10 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday |
3–10 PM |
| Wednesday |
3–10 PM |
| Thursday |
3 PM–12 AM |
| Friday |
3 PM–12 AM |
| Saturday |
11 AM–12 AM |
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Reviews
Stephen Strawn
First time here and all I can say is the food was absolutely on point! Glad I trusted all the positive reviews because I’ve been wanting to try this place for a while when I come here for work and glad I did. I’ll definitely come back when I’m in the area. Friendly staff and prices are very reasonable! Well done Turtleheads.
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Cindy Woolery Anderson
My husband and I love going to Turtleheads! We enjoy authentic Cajun food, and theirs is the best for miles around. The atmosphere is relaxed and fun, and reminds me of my time stationed in the southeast states. Dan, the owner, has become a personal friend and is a fine guy… Just watch out for his jokes!
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Laurie G
The grilled oysters were what I wanted. The frozen drink was a great surprise. Very welcoming staff. Can’t say enough about this excellent restaurant and bar.
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Tracy Hight
First time going and was struck by the cozy, friendly atmosphere. The host was welcoming and made us feel like one of the regulars. Decor gives the impression of on old sea inn with fun ocean/fisherman’s signs, cool flickering lighting and booths, tables or high tables available. The servers were friendly, helpful and had a good knowledge of the menu. Specials were outlined and Friday was catfish and the rest of the menu had an array of different starters, entrees all themed around a cajun style of cooking. Burgers and sirloin were also offered along with an assortment of pasta options. We opted for the gumbo and it was delicious .
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Robert L Hunziker Jr
Taco Tuesday again, last one in August. Hopefully it will be a frequent occurrence.
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Cassaundra Kincaid
The food was delicious and the staff was amazing. very attentive and friendly. Try everything. Every thing we tried was amazing
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Bradley Petrechko
There’s not much to look at from the outside. But when you walk inside, it will change your mindset. The food full bar if you like seafood and something of your likening to drink. Stop in, you’ll like it more than you will think
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Greg Palmer
Great atmosphere, my wife had the gumbo and loved it, I had crab legs and they were wonderful, I had to stop eating for about an hour to help a locksmith unlock my car, they graciously warmed up my crab legs and served them in new baskets and fresh butter. The staff were all very friendly. We will definitely visit Turtleheads again
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Robert Steele
Super fun atmosphere! Good seafood in Joplin? Yeah it’s good! Lots of drinks and food for a great price.
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Sally Brown
Service was good but that’s it! crab legs over cooked, dirty carpet on the floor; oysters wam and tasteless! No wonder the place was completely dead on crab leg night! Not worth the trip! Skip this place!
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