Backwaters
$$ • Seafood, Vegetarian Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Backwaters
Customers' Favorites
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Firecracker Shrimp
Captain's Platter
Backwaters Burger
French Onion Soup
Lobster Egg Rolls
Chicken Sandwich
Butter Blackened
Grouper Sandwich
Coconut Shrimp
Backwaters Reviews
629 ratings
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Excellent restaurant on sand key! A must stop place. If you want a real treat, hit it up on Thursday for prime rib. If you want seafood their bacon wrapped scallops are pure delicious. No shortage of cocktails and a happy hour menu that is incredible. Excellent service. Of course… the view is unbelievable. You won’t be disappointed.
Great seafood, great waitstaff, great view!
Enjoyable dinner at this restaurant. Staff was extremely friendly and welcoming. Food tasted fresh and was all around good. Really liked the twice baked potato side. We had the crab cake appetizer which was really good straight crab and very little to no filler. The firecracker shrimp which tasted great and were cooked perfectly. I had the captain’s platter blackened which was great.
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 10PM |
Backwaters offers an exceptional dining experience with stunning views of the intercoastal waterway, where dolphins can even be spotted. The restaurant serves amazing food, including fresh seafood, Mahi Mahi with seasonal vegetables, fish and chips, and lobster bisque. The service is prompt and polite, with friendly waitstaff like Tonja and Max, who enhance the dining experience. Even when busy, management ensures smooth operation, making guests feel welcomed. With a free valet service, parking is easy. Backwaters has improved significantly, featuring a beautiful space inside and out, along with a great outdoor area on the ICW. The food is delicious, including a chicken parm sandwich and tasty nachos, making Backwaters highly recommended for families seeking fresh, non-processed food. This restaurant is a must-visit destination for those looking for a wonderful dining experience with fantastic food and phenomenal service.