Restaurants in Sanibel

“We had a reservation last night on arrival they said they had to cancel because the computer was down and could not take credit cards. We said we had cash, they then said it could be a long wait before we would be served as kitchen also relied on the computer. We took our chances went in and waited, eventually had a great meal ! Perseverance is omnipotent , from a mixed race party.”

“Everything was great!!! Food and service awesome!!”

“If you ever have the chance to go to Wickies, you must try their crab-cakes! Also we ordered the Strawberry Zif salad, omg, never had such an amazing salad. We also got the twin lobster tails with crab, mashed potatoes and green beans! All amazing! Very nice atmosphere, great service! Highly recommend!”

“Huge shoutout to the KIND and HONEST TEAM at Doc Fords in Sanibel! 🙌 We’ve been going there for many years and their food is always delicious-one of our favorite spots for a reason. We had dinner there Sunday and a couple of days later I realized my wallet was missing. I called in hoping for the best, and to my surprise (and relief!) they had it safe and sound- with EVERYTHING still inside! So very grateful for people who do the right thing. Thank you for turning a stressful situation into such a positive experience! 💙 Annette Nilio”

“Our family was excited to eat at one of our favorite Sanibel restaurants. Maryann was our server and she was awesome. It was great to be back and enjoy some delicious food.”

“The Grilled NY strip was delicious and cooked perfectly. Fries were also good and service very good. The Sonoma Chicken salad was just ok.”

“Stopped in for lunch and would definitely return. Staff were so friendly and welcoming. Everyone was happy with their food, from the chicken salad, french toast and even smores pancakes! The homemade chips were soooo good!”

“Our beach wedding was torrential downpour rained out 😭. Robin to the rescue! She pulled it all together and we were able to gather everyone and do our vows in the loft where our reception was scheduled to be!!! It was perfect and the food and service was amazing! Everyone had a great time! Thank you so much to Robin and the entire staff!”

“Really good food shop for takeaway. The food was fresh, tasty, and well packed, which made it easy to carry and eat later. The portion sizes were good, and the prices were reasonable for the quality. the service was quick and efficient. The staff were friendly and handled orders professionally. The shop was clean and well organized. Highly recommended if you’re looking for good takeaway food. Will definitely order again.”

“Oh, I so hope the best for the owner rebuilding this perfect restaurant after vicious Ian. This place rates a 5 in all areas! I breakfast here basically every morning regardless how many weeks I stay on Sanibel. Good luck and I’ll be back as soon as possible!??”

“Excellent food. Excellent service. Unique atmosphere. I got the grouper topped with some “mud bugs” and my wife got stuffed shrimp. Both were fantastic. This restaurant is a must during your visit to Sanibel.”

“I brought 15 people from Germany, plus myself and another captain, for lunch via two boats yesterday. Dock help was excellent, so was the food and the service staff were outstanding.”

“Went on a vacation to Sanibel Island and by far the best food! As a vegan, it’s difficult to eat out and not always the best tasting, but the food here was some of the best I’ve ever had! I was also with non-vegans that loved the food just as much as I did.”

“Great burgers & hot dogs, even better people. Inside now open with great a/c.”

“Had the best experience today at Coconuts! The beach vibes and excellent food was only surpassed by the service from Ethan and Nick! Extremely attentive, personable and very welcoming! Great experience!”

“They have the best Custard I ever had”

“Delicious ice cream and great friendly staff.”

“Amazing Milkshakes and they have gluten-free options as well like gluten-free key lime pie. Definitely recommend”

“Its awesome ice cream. Enough said.”

“Popped in with my besty Anna for a couple of scoops. Anna had a espresso with ice cream and I had 2 scoops of the chocolate. Well, it was so good that we went back in for seconds!”

“We had an exceptional dining experience at Shima Japanese Restaurant, featuring the Miyazaki Anraku Wagyu Yakiniku. The chefs and restaurant host, who flew in specially from Japan, took the time to introduce the exquisite cuts of Wagyu, adding a personal and authentic and fun touch. The 16-course set was masterfully paced — every dish arrived in perfect timing, building anticipation and delight with each surprise. The presentation was visually stunning, and the flavors were refined yet comforting. Portions were all size so very bite of the Wagyu was tender, rich, and satisfying yet not too much. The wagyu roll and the sandwich cutlet, were my favourites. Grilling the beef ourselves at the table with friends — a fun and interactive. Even small details, like the beautifully curated tableware and fragrant, freshly steamed rice served in a special pot, reflected attention to detail. Service was warm and attentive throughout. The restaurant maintained excellent ventilation, so we left without any lingering grill aroma, and the complimentary parking was a thoughtful convenience. We left the restaurant with a smiles and a happy tummies. Outstanding meal in both flavour and presentation. Good place to hosts family and friends.”

“I felt like I was back home. I’m from Pittsburgh and the owners are from there too. I met John and he and his staff made us feel welcomed. The atmosphere is nice, as well as decked out in Steeler paraphernalia. So if you’re a Steelers fan, you will love it. My wife got a BA fish sandwich. It was HUGE, and delicious. We also got a 16” pizza pie, the great white shark. It was delicious. Prices are great, service is terrific and food is hot and fresh. What else can you ask for. We will be back.”

“Well for starters the escargot, raw oysters, and oysters Rockefeller were out of this world. Both the red and white clam chowder were like perfection in a bowl. My entrée was the baked stuffed shrimp and hands down AMAZING. Our waitress was YO and she knew everything about the history of the restaurant to the menu. I was very interested in the collection of oyster shells on the walls and she explained that as well. TEN STARS !!! I recommend to anyone who loves fresh seafood and visits Sanibel Island.”

“Delicious always fresh bread and sandwich ingredients. Friendly service.
Very popular with those working on Sanibel for the day.

You can now order here using the Subway app.

I have been eating here a couple of times a month for over 10 years. Great every single time.”

“My family and I visited Shima tonight for my birthday. It was a very special night. We have been to Shima before and it has always been great. Tonight was no exception. We had Chef Laysel and he was terrific. (Note: All the chefs are great). Nicole helped to make it even better, as she always does. Overall, there is simply no better place to eat on Sanibel.”

“The best place for a yummy Bev with a great view and awesome staff!”

“The nachos are incredible and the burger is by far the best I’ve had in quite some time. Highly recommend both when here as you will find them to be very good and tasty!!”

“very convenient with good quality Deli food and products.”

“Our favorite restaurant on island! New drink options beer, wine, & liquor. I suggest trying the lazy momma!”

“Well for starters the escargot, raw oysters, and oysters Rockefeller were out of this world. Both the red and white clam chowder were like perfection in a bowl. My entrée was the baked stuffed shrimp and hands down AMAZING. Our waitress was YO and she knew everything about the history of the restaurant to the menu. I was very interested in the collection of oyster shells on the walls and she explained that as well. TEN STARS !!! I recommend to anyone who loves fresh seafood and visits Sanibel Island.”

“Great pizza and wonderful service! Highly recommend”

“It was amazing. There is a gumball machine that dispenses multiple gumballs for just one quarter.👍👍👍”

“highlights of Traders is the best "Chef"- Mike Patnode. He is Superb in his menu selections and has excellent recommendations and the reputation to back it up. Good to see u doing so well, one day I will be there for a stay and I will come to Trader's to see you. Joni”

“Wow! Had never been until last night, although we frequently visit Sanibel. Can’t say enough about the quality of the food. My new all time favorite. A salad with tomatoes, watermelon, mozzarella, roasted pumpkin seed and a great dressing. Smoked tenderloin was a unique and fantastic dish.”

“Came to Dante‘s at 8:40 PM closing at nine. It wasn’t very crowded but the service was fantastic. The head chef came out out of the kitchen to ask us about allergies. The food we ordered was fresh and exceedingly tasty and I think it was an excellent experience.”

“Very very nice. Fine dining. Most certainly will return.”

“I thought it might be too sweet but I got the island turtle blended with an extra shot and it was delicious! My spouse and I split a gigantic lemon poppyseed muffin. Both our drinks + muffin were only around $20!”