50 Best Seafood Restaurants near Cortez

“Enjoyed lunch yesterday with friends. Food was great. Our server was Bella who was amazing. Great personality and made us feel special.“

“fantastic food and staff was great ( waitress was micheal) she was very attentive , fun and helped us make some great choices on menu and drinks“

“We had the pompano fish, Atlantic salmon and seafood salad sandwich. ALL delicious! The woman who took our order was warm and friendly and was glad to answer any questions we had as this was our first visit. We are not from this area but plan to visit yearly and Star Fish will definitely be on our list of places to eat!“

“Awesome place! Staff were great, food was delicious and can’t wait to go back!“

“Honestly the best meal I’ve had on AMI and we’ve been coming to the beach ten years. Love this new restaurant!“

“Don't have an attitude? the host or Hostess will happily give you one. I would buy this restaurant just to fire them. Local? they'll treat you like a tourist which you would think they would be good to because they are the suckers they are dying to get in. " Hi how long for 2 people"? an hour to an hour and a half out of season.... no "I'm sorry, the wait is over an hour" nope you get "Fair enough" when you say you don't want to wait that long. no reservations yet some dude with a party of 4 just walked right in and was seated.... over rated is an understatement. AVOID ...NOT WORTH IT. Possibly the most overrated restaurant in an area of bad restaurants“

“Anna Maria Oyster Bar - Ellenton, FL After spending the day at the Florida State Fair in Tampa, my fiancé and I decided to stop by Anna Maria Oyster Bar in Ellenton—and we’re so glad we did! We ordered fried oysters, French fries, and cheese grits, and everything was absolutely delicious. The oysters were fried to perfection, crispy on the outside yet tender and flavorful inside. The cheese grits were just the way I like them—nice and thick—and the fries were a great complement to the meal. Even better, our food arrived quickly and fresh. Our waitress, Lilly, was fantastic, providing friendly and attentive service. We also appreciated how the rest of the staff greeted us warmly as we walked through the restaurant. It’s little details like that that make a place feel extra welcoming. The restaurant itself was clean and well-kept, including the bathrooms, which is always a big plus. Anna Maria Oyster Bar now has four locations, and after this experience, I’d definitely visit again. If you’re in the Ellenton area and craving fresh seafood with great service, this spot is a must-try!“

“Great food and atmosphere, if you haven’t come yet, you must!“

“The Shrimp and Lobster risotto is amazing! Can’t wait to have it again on our next trip.“

“Anna Maria Oyster Bar - Ellenton, FL After spending the day at the Florida State Fair in Tampa, my fiancé and I decided to stop by Anna Maria Oyster Bar in Ellenton—and we’re so glad we did! We ordered fried oysters, French fries, and cheese grits, and everything was absolutely delicious. The oysters were fried to perfection, crispy on the outside yet tender and flavorful inside. The cheese grits were just the way I like them—nice and thick—and the fries were a great complement to the meal. Even better, our food arrived quickly and fresh. Our waitress, Lilly, was fantastic, providing friendly and attentive service. We also appreciated how the rest of the staff greeted us warmly as we walked through the restaurant. It’s little details like that that make a place feel extra welcoming. The restaurant itself was clean and well-kept, including the bathrooms, which is always a big plus. Anna Maria Oyster Bar now has four locations, and after this experience, I’d definitely visit again. If you’re in the Ellenton area and craving fresh seafood with great service, this spot is a must-try!“

“We had a great experience tonight! With two littles, they knowingly placed us in front of the fish tank to help with entertainment. Our server was speedy, kind, and had honest and helpful recommendations for the food. Everything was fast, fresh, and delicious. The lobster bisque, lobster mac and cheese, Salmon Renee, and Blood Orange Margarita were the table faves! We are Tampa locals and will be back!“

“We went last night for my sister and brother in laws anniversary. The fish and shrimp were delicious and so fresh. The best I’ve ever had! I highly recommend the Blue Marlin. You won’t be disappointed. Excellent service also. 👍👍👍“

“Great food and great service. Jimmy was amazing!“

“It was a stormy day that ended with a rainbow at Mar Vista. The food was perfect!!“

“I love Sam's!!!! I feel right at home!! I get hugs and 5 star treatment when I'm there. Great food and lots of laughs!!! I recommend this place for sure!!!! Thank y'all for what you do!!!!!“

“What a great little place. Very friendly staff… Lucas was so sweet with my 4 year old & it’s obvious they are like that with all kids when u see the wall of “art” they have hung up that are colored by children. The bread before the meal was a nice touch & even had warm oil which was very good. I can’t speak for much of the food since all we got was one pizza but it was good. Cooked to perfection. I’d prefer a little more fresh basil & fresher tomatoes on the margarita pizza but my son enjoyed his half very much which was just cheese haha. I believe the owner came out & spoke to us which is always nice to see. The live entertainment musician even came over & chatted with us. Everyone we interacted with was so so sweet & friendly. We will definitely be back!“

“Happy we went. True Jumbo crabs!“

“Everyone did a great job making this a special dinner. I let them know in advance it was our 15th wedding anniversary. I did not expect all the special treatment we received, and we loved it.“

“Great ocean scenery while eating at the outdoor area!“

“THIS PLACE IS A MUST TRY!!! My husband and I are visiting Anna Maria for the first time to celebrate our son’s first birthday. Because of his bedtime it’s challenging to go out to restaurants so this was the perfect option for us to still have a fun dinner experience at home (you pick up the seafood pot, and then steam it at home in just 40 minutes!) they give you everything you need we just popped it on the stove. We LOVE seafood and this tasted absolutely DELICIOUS!

Nick, the gentleman who works there was extremely helpful and made great recommendations! Jimmy's seasoning is the way to go! Can’t wait to go back!“

“Our favorite place! We go a few times a month for NE steamers, and occasionally a few other items! Today we both had NE steamers, I had a bowl of Manhattan clam chowder and my boyfriend had whole belly fried clam plate. The chowder was delicious. I have had Manhattan chowder a few other places but this was chuck full of clams and ingredients! Our server told me they make all chowder and soups homemade. Next time I’ll try NE chowder, only reason I didn’t was because I can’t have flour and most have that in it My boyfriend also loved his clams and we both always love the steamers. They have a fish market also so you can get something to take home and cook for the next evening! We always sit at the bar. All servers are friendly and polite. We have been there tons of times and always had excellent service and fabulous food! Prices are very reasonable and we highly recommend Captain Brian’s! They are closed on Sundays . Love love this gem of a place!!“

“First time ever going here but the food is AMAZING! It was so good! Probably the best seafood boil I’ve had. Some of the down sides about my experience was the atmosphere can be very overwhelming. It’s REALLY loud in there. Too much happening at one time. There is a lady that comes to your table and has you posed for pictures which was really awkward but on the plus side you get a free picture. Also our waitress which I think was named Cynthia, was not great. We ordered an appetizer that we never got until probably 20 minutes after our food, we barely saw her ever, had to get her attention when she passed by to get drink refills. Anything we asked her to bring us we had to wait minimum 15 minutes to get if not longer. I would definitely eat here again but probably to go only.“

“Juan was our waiter and he was great! The food was hot, served timely; he anticipated refills; we didn't have to track him down to ask for something. It was a totally wonderful dining experience and we will ask for him again!“

“Fantastic service, very clean and great food!“

“Excellent!!!! Unexpected. Very happy to find this restaurant. Delicious food, served beautifully, seasoned to perfection, and our server, Linda, added to the great experience. Go!“

“We chose the Ritz-Carlton Sarasota to celebrate our wedding anniversary, and it turned out to be an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Every member of the staff was exceptionally courteous and attentive, making us feel genuinely welcomed and celebrated. Our dinner at Jack Dusty was nothing short of extraordinary—elegant, delicious, and filled with thoughtful touches. The entire team went out of their way to wish us a happy anniversary, but it was Jennifer who truly made the evening magical. She orchestrated every detail with grace and precision: our glasses were never empty, our meals were perfectly prepared, and the pacing of the evening was flawless. Her warm smile and genuine care made us feel incredibly special, and her presence elevated the entire experience. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Jennifer and the entire Ritz-Carlton Sarasota team for making our anniversary celebration so memorable. Your hospitality and kindness will stay with us for years to come.“

“Brunch! The best! Great service, food excellent. Definitely will be back and it’s local for us...“

“I just provided DJ services there for a recent wedding and it was great. The room is small but is perfect for smaller size weddings and the staff is wonderful.“

“My friend and I went on Saturday night. We both had a drink and ordered appetizer while looking at the menu. Our waiter was right there with our hot appetizer within minutes. We both ordered shrimp and scallops coleslaw hush puppies along with our fried calamari appetizer. Our food was one of the best we've had in and around Bradenton/Sarasota. The atmosphere was perfect and service was the best. I cant wait to go back.“

“Food was amazing. Got us in right away. Great service. Would recommend to any of my friends. 🥰“

“Just returned from a great short trip to Bradenton Fl. Had a chance to visit here briefly. Wasn't sure what to expect due to some negative reviews. As a veteran server myself, I was very impressed with the food quality and service as well as the view. Started out with Cajun shrimp. Yum! Onto Pasta Primavera. Cooked perfectly. I always say all diners should have to do this job double shift just for one day. I totally recommend this restaurant while in the area.“

“Sam, was the best, best service on the Island. We had a great time at the Ugly Grouper and Sam was the best server ! I can’t recommend that his place enough. The food was amazing! Everyone enjoy!!!“

“One of our favorite spots for food .. always go to St Armand’s and decided to check out the Longboat location, it did not disappoint! Views, service, easy docking 💗💗💗“

“This is the second time in 10 days that I was there! The service, atmosphere and food have always been excellent. The first time our waiter was Alex, and last night the waitress Glenda was also excellent. Great elegant restaurant in downtown Sarasota and coming from Manhattan NY, there are wonderful restaurants. Selva can definitely be on a 'TOP FIVE' list. THankyou“

“Without a doubt the best restaurant in the area. Perfect, old style French. Family run.“

“Our waitress was awesome and the food was delicious. I loved the coconut shrimp 🍤 and our drinks were so good!“

“I ordered the grouper fish tacos, blackened, and they were absolutely amazing. All the flavors blended perfectly and I highly recommend them. Also, sub your fries for onion rings - they are huge and delicious! Bonus - the Basil Gimlet was refreshing, yet strong 🙂“

“Absolutely our favorite restaurant! The owners, staff all make you feel at home. The service, food, wine, music and atmosphere is perfect. Scarpino’s is definitely are GO To Spot, whether by ourselves or hosting company. Be sure to check it out! Ciao, Ciao!“

“This place is fabulous!! Been coming here for 4 years! We’re from the north and we don’t have markets like this. The staff is very nice and very knowledgeable. Always a pleasure to purchase anything from the folks here.“

“Delicious food friendly attentive service ! Big menu many mouth watering choices!“

“Fantastic spot! We went there for lunch today and had a great time. The food was spot on. I wish I had the downtown dip right now! We will be back!“

“Totally worth the wait for their re-opening! Absolutely amazing food and cocktails and not as pricey as one would think! Amazing, knowledgeable staff…listen to what they say and you won’t be disappointed.“

“Ordered the seafood pineapple dish, and it made my day. The flavors all came together, and the amount of fresh seafood was more than ample. The tables are clean, and the plating of the dishes is suberb. I sample a margarita and realized we will be returning.“

“Beautiful and delicious! The owners are wonderful and friendly. Ask for anything they can make anything you want the Italian authentic style.“

“The food was great.Enjoy it to the maximum [Original] LA comida due estupenda. LA disfrute all maximo“

“Always stop here when we are in town. It's not the fanciest or probably the best food but it's locally owned and something unique to the area. Always love supporting smaller businesses and have always had great service while eating at a place with a unique atmosphere“

“Really nice restaurant with authentic Greek cuisine, portions were tasty and a good size, wonderful atmosphere and excellent service. We will definitely be back.“

“This is my first time coming to this area of Florida. I had nothing to eat so I decided to try some manje ayisyen from this part of town! I was surprise to see that there were Haitians in Bradenton. The griot with banan peze and diri gratin was delicious! I definitely have a full stomach! I’ll definitely come back when I’m in town.“

“A very pleasant surprise that we stumbled upon. We decided to drive back into IMG at the 53rd Street entrance. We found the Legacy hotel. That’s where we found the cozy Icon grill. It happened to be happy hour an appetizers were half off along with drink specials. The food was excellent and we have shared this special place with many friends. The atmosphere was a bit loud since it sits almost in the hotel lobby. The outside is quiet and beautiful, sitting on a small lagoon.“