

Southern food from catfish to cinnamon rolls draws diners to this busy, casual cafe by the river.
Hours
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–8 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 4009 Halifax Dr, Port Orange, FL 32127
Phone: (386) 767-4768
Website: http://auntcatfishontheriver.com/
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Reviews
On the chalkboard outside I noticed it said blue jeans Sunday. Needless to say I wasn’t wearing blue jeans.
The ambiance with spectacular, especially on the second floor.
Our group feels the server was attentive friendly and accommodating. It was
somewhat busy. My whole Catfish was tasty, as was the hashbrown casserole. The cream spinach and sweet potato were really good .
My veggy omelette not so much a lil to oily for me.
Someone in our group got the chicken and waffles, the hush puppies, the catfish bites, Mac and cheese, and chocolate chip pancakes. Everyone was pleasantly pleased as some went back for seconds.
I would’ve loved to have had a pancake or cinnamon roll however the flour is enriched very unhealthy unsafe ingredient. Otherwise all was good
We then continued outside to the dock where for .25¢ you can get some fish food and feed the catfish on the Halifax. Take some fun pictures, or just sit outside and enjoy the view of the river and the boats. There’s also a small playground area outside where are the kiddos can play
There’s also live music at outside dining area.
I will definitely return again.
I would highly recommend this be a stop you make
Would definitely recommend and eat there again!!!
What a fantastic find! My family and I were looking for a spot with authentic Southern cooking, and Aunt Catfish’s On the River exceeded all our expectations. The atmosphere is so welcoming and the views of the Halifax River are just beautiful. But the real standout was the service. Our server was absolutely phenomenal—attentive, friendly, and incredibly patient and great with our kids, which made the whole dining experience so much more relaxing and enjoyable for us parents.
The food was out of this world. The catfish was perfectly fried, the cheese grits were creamy, and the cinnamon rolls are worth the trip alone! Everything tasted fresh and homemade. You can tell they put a lot of love into their food. We left with full bellies and big smiles. If you’re in the Port Orange area, do yourself a favor and stop by. We’ll definitely be back on our next trip to Florida!
My first visit to Aunt Catfish in Port Orange felt less like discovering a restaurant and more like being adopted by a very delicious, very competent Southern family. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere hit that perfect sweet spot: lively without being loud, warm without being kitschy, and buzzing with the unmistakable confidence of a place that knows it’s good.
Let’s talk seafood—because wow. Fresh, perfectly cooked, and unapologetically flavorful. The salmon deserves its own fan club. Moist, flaky, and seasoned like someone in the kitchen genuinely cares about your happiness. This wasn’t “restaurant salmon.” This was I-need-to-come-back-and-order-this-again salmon.
Now, service. Or rather—legendary service. Enter “Cousin” Ashley, who somehow managed to be attentive, hilarious, warm, and efficient all at once. She didn’t just take care of us; she ran the table like a pro who loves what she does. The kind of service that makes you feel relaxed, welcomed, and mildly disappointed that she doesn’t follow you to your next meal.
And the atmosphere? Classic Florida charm done right. Casual, fun, and inviting—like a place where good food, good people, and good stories collide regularly and nobody’s mad about it.
Bottom line: this was my first time at Aunt Catfish, but it absolutely won’t be my last. I came curious. I left impressed, well-fed, and already planning a return. If you’re anywhere near Port Orange and you skip this place, that’s on you.
Five stars. Six if Cousin Ashley’s working.