Cha Cha Coconuts – American
This vibrant tropical escape transports guests to the heart of the Caribbean, where the air is thick with the scent of island spices and the promise of a sun-drenched afternoon. Golden-fried conch fritters and coconut-crusted shrimp offer a satisfying crunch alongside zesty calypso wings, creating a playful menu that celebrates the bold, breezy flavors of the coast. Whether sharing a mountain of nachos or peeling chilled shrimp by the pound, diners find a lively sanctuary where every meal feels like a festive seaside celebration.
417 Saint Armands Circle https://chacha-coconuts.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Cha Cha Coconuts
Dairy-Free at Cha Cha Coconuts
Cha Cha Coconuts in Sarasota has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Caribbean Sweets, Jamaican Chicken Salad and Island Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Cha Cha Coconuts
Cha Cha Coconuts in Sarasota has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Jamaican Chicken Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Cha Cha Coconuts
Cha Cha Coconuts in Sarasota has 19 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tobago Tuna Tacos, Grouper Sandwich and Ahi Tuna Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Cha Cha Coconuts
Cha Cha Coconuts in Sarasota has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tango Mango Iced Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Cha Cha Coconuts
Cha Cha Coconuts in Sarasota has 8 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Caribbean Sweets, Island Fries and Perfect Patrón Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Cha Cha Coconuts
Cha Cha Coconuts in Sarasota has 15 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Trinidad's Cocoa Chocolate Cake, Fried Caribbean Sweets and Key West Key Lime Pie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Cha Cha Coconuts
Cha Cha Coconuts in Sarasota has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cap'n Shannen's Pineapple Boat. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Cha Cha Coconuts
Cha Cha Coconuts in Sarasota has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Perfect Patrón Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Cha Cha Coconuts
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Ahi Tuna Salad | 77.1 g | 82.1 g |
| Cuban Mixed Sandwich | 36.9 g | 76.3 g |
| Hawaiian Burger | 108.7 g | 60.8 g |
| San Juan Nachos | 78.6 g | 32.4 g |
| Grouper Tacos | 50.5 g | 28.5 g |
| Perfect Patrón Margarita | 17.9 g | 18.4 g |
| Grouper Sandwich | 34.2 g | 16.7 g |
| Queso Blanco | 1.9 g | 15.3 g |
| Tony Salad | 71.8 g | 14.4 g |
| Cap'n Shannen's Pineapple Boat | 16.8 g | 14.2 g |
| Tropical Mahi-Mahi | 71.8 g | 13.8 g |
| Willie's Gumbo (Cup) | 55.7 g | 13 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Mo-Th - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests highlight Cha as a solid option for a quick bite, praising the reliable service and straightforward atmosphere. Celebrated for its convenience, diners find it a dependable choice for a casual meal where the setting is comfortable and the experience is consistently efficient.
Menu
Appetizers
- Grouper Bites - $16: Fresh Gulf of Mexico grouper, lightly breaded and fried. Served with tartar sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bahamian Conch Fritters - $15: Fried Caribbean Queen conch cakes. Served with spicy coconut mustard sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soca Coconut Shrimp - $14: A half order of our Soca Coconut Shrimp. Served with spicy coconut mustard. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peel & Eat Shrimp (Half Pound) - $16: Boiled in Red Stripe beer with vegetables, lemon and a secret blend of tropical spices. Served chilled with remoulade and cocktail sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peel & Eat Shrimp (Whole Pound) - $22: Boiled in Red Stripe beer with vegetables, lemon and a secret blend of tropical spices. Served chilled with remoulade and cocktail sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- San Juan Nachos - $16: Tortilla chips with black bean chili, jack and cheddar cheeses, shredded lettuce, onions, tomato and jalapeño peppers. Served with sour cream and our black bean corn salsa Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimpy Fondue - $14: Whole shrimp in a creamy lobster bisque topped with melted mozzarella and served with Cuban bread toast Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Blanco - $12: Creamy, melted white cheese mixed with diced poblano peppers and tomatoes. Served with tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips and Salsa - $9: Served with tortilla chips. Guacamole available for an extra charge. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marcelo's Calypso Wings (10) - $18: Fried chicken wings covered with our Calypso wing sauce or barbecue-jerk sauce. Served with bleu cheese and celery. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marcelo's Calypso Wings (20) - $24: Fried chicken wings covered with our Calypso wing sauce or barbecue-jerk sauce. Served with bleu cheese and celery. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Caribbean Sweets - $10: Lightly battered island sweet potatoes, fried up crispy. Served with apple butter and spicy coconut mustard sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings - $10: Seasoned and battered onion rings. Served with Caribbean Rose sauce and ranch. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup & Salad
- Black Bean Chili - $10: Black beans and ground beef prepared with a spicy Caribbean flair. Topped with jack and cheddar cheeses and diced onions. Served with tortilla chips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Willie's Gumbo (Cup) - $8: Rich gumbo combined with chicken, rice, andouille sausage, shrimp and vegetables. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Willie's Gumbo (Bowl) - $10: Rich gumbo combined with chicken, rice, andouille sausage, shrimp and vegetables. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tony Salad - $16: Iceberg and romaine lettuce, julienne of ham and Swiss cheese, tomatoes, olives, celery, onions, cucumbers and garlic Gorgonzola dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jamaican Chicken Salad - $16: Jerk-seasoned chicken breast with romaine, arugula, carrots, tomatoes, red onion, mango vinaigrette and mango-avocado salsa. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Tuna Salad - $18: Spiced Ahi tuna (rare) on arugula and iceberg with blueberries, strawberries, cranberries, Gorgonzola, cashews and strawberry-balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Grouper Tacos - $28: Fresh grouper with Cajun seasoning, caramelized onions, peppers, Jack and cheddar cheeses and corn-black bean salsa Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jamaican Jerk Chicken Tacos - $18: Grilled chicken breast with jerk marinade and avocado mango salsa. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tacos - $20: Grilled Caribbean-spiced shrimp with guacamole, Jack and cheddar cheeses, sour cream and tomato-poblano sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tobago Tuna Tacos - $20: Ahi tuna (rare) with cabbage-pineapple slaw, mango, tomato, avocado and fried tobacco carrots Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches & Burgers
- Havana Ham & Cheese - $15: Smoked ham and cheddar cheese on pressed Cuban bread with Havana dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cuban Mixed Sandwich - $15: Roast pork, ham, salami, Swiss cheese, pickles, mustard on toasted Cuban bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Key West Mahi Sandwich - $20: Grilled fresh Mahi-Mahi with Cajun seasonings, garlic mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato and pickle Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grouper Sandwich - $30: Fresh grouper (grilled, blackened or fried) with tartar sauce, lettuce, tomato and pickle Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Roll - $30: Sweet claw and knuckle meat in light aioli with lemon, shallots and celery on a buttered New England-style roll. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bimini Burger - $15: Choice of Cheddar, Swiss or Monterey Jack. Served with lettuce, tomato and pickle. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hawaiian Burger - $16: Half-pound burger with grilled pineapple, avocado, red onion and Swiss cheese. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Tropical Mahi-Mahi - $22: Grilled mahi-mahi with mango-avocado salsa, yellow rice, black beans and plantains Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Voodoo Ribs (Half Rack) - $20: Pork ribs basted with guava barbecue sauce. Served with choice of two sides. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Voodoo Ribs (Full Rack) - $26: Pork ribs basted with guava barbecue sauce. Served with choice of two sides. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brazilian Citrus Chicken - $18: Citrus-marinated chicken breast with sliced bananas, mango and guava marmalade. Served with black beans, yellow rice and plantains. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cap'n Shannen's Pineapple Boat - $24: Choice of chicken, shrimp or combo with peppers, onion, pineapple, cashews in savory pineapple sauce. Served with rice, beans and plantains Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Chop Boonoonoo - $22: Two bone-in pork chops marinated in tropical spices and lime, topped with mango chutney. Served with rice, beans and plantains. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Island Fries - $8: Battered potatoes served with ketchup and Caribbean Rose sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Beans and Yellow Rice - $8: Black beans over yellow rice topped with fresh red onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Key West Key Lime Pie - $8: Made with Key limes and a graham cracker crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Mango Guava Cheesecake - $8: New York-style cheesecake topped with a blend of mango, guava and honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Trinidad's Cocoa Chocolate Cake - $8: Two decadent layers with creamy chocolate frosting, whipped cream and chocolate drizzle. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Tropical Fruit Smoothies - $8: Choice of Banana, Mango, Peach, Piña Colada, Raspberry or Strawberry. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Strawberry Lemonade - $6: Strawberry purée, fresh-squeezed lemon juice, topped with sparkling water
- Tango Mango Iced Tea - $6: Freshly brewed iced tea with mango purée, fresh mint, and lime juice Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Coca-Cola Products - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Tropical Sangria (Glass) - $10: Rosé wine, Parrot Bay coconut rum, peach schnapps, strawberry puree, pineapple and mango Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Perfect Patrón Margarita - $14: Patrón Añejo Private Barrel Tequila, Patrón Citrónage, fresh lime juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Cha Cha Coconuts Cocktail - $12: Coco Lopez, guava nectar, pineapple juice, Bacardi Black Rum and grenadine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Cha Cha Coconuts
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Black Bean Chili and Brazilian Citrus Chicken both qualify as gluten-free and high-protein, while Peel & Eat Shrimp is both keto and gluten-free.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews do not mention specific concerns, instead praising the reliable service, efficient experience, and comfortable atmosphere for casual dining.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- This restaurant supports numerous diets including keto, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, pescatarian, and low-carb, featuring dishes like high-protein shrimp and chili.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The restaurant is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM and Friday through Saturday from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the specific number of reviews for Cha Cha Coconuts.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Cha Cha Coconuts by visiting their official website at https://chacha-coconuts.com/ for more information and inquiries.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain a specific street address or city for Cha Cha Coconuts.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include Grouper Bites, Bahamian Conch Fritters, Soca Coconut Shrimp, San Juan Nachos, and Marcelo's Calypso Wings.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Guests describe the ambiance as a straightforward, comfortable, and casual tropical setting that provides a dependable and efficient dining experience.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Cha Cha Coconuts has an average rating of 3.0/5 based on customer feedback and experiences.
- Is Cha Cha Coconuts dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Cha Cha Coconuts has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Caribbean Sweets, Jamaican Chicken Salad and Island Fries.
- What can I eat at Cha Cha Coconuts on a dairy-free diet?
- Fried Caribbean Sweets, Jamaican Chicken Salad and Island Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Cha Cha Coconuts have vegan options?
- Yes. 8 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fried Caribbean Sweets and Island Fries.
- Is Cha Cha Coconuts gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Cha Cha Coconuts?
- Ahi Tuna Salad, at roughly 82.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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