Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille

$$ • Seafood, Bars, American

Hours:
2500 Island Inn Rd, Sanibel
(239) 472-8311

About Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille

Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille is a welcoming spot for tasty food and drinks in a casual atmosphere. The menu offers a wide range of options, including vegetarian choices like flatbreads and salads, as well as kid-friendly meals. The service is friendly, and the cocktails are flavorful. Recommended dishes include Yucatán shrimp, mussels, crab cakes, buffalo shrimp "sweet chili," and a variety of fresh fish. Guests have enjoyed the lobster roll sandwich and chicken tostadas, noting the food is fresh and delicious. The restaurant features an extensive gluten-free menu, making it a comfortable place for all diners. The drink menu is large, and the atmosphere is perfect for a relaxing meal or snack. The restaurant is locally owned, adding a unique theme to the dining experience. Visitors praise the attentive service, delectable baked oysters, and exceptional dishes like the shrimp and grits, making it a must-stop destination on Sanibel Island.

Customers' Favorites

Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille Reviews

4.7
802 ratings
Restaurantji Rating
5
79%
4
11%
3
5%
2
3%
1
2%
Food
4.6
Atmosphere
4.7
Service
4.7

Share your opinion about Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille

Restaurantji Rating

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...read full review

Our family had lunch there today for the first time in a long time. (12/14/25). We had a Cuban, grouper, & Sanibel cheese steak, and all the sandwiches & sides were excellent !! As great as our food was, the friendly service provided by Bailley was as good as the food. She does a excellent job with her customers

Panko fried shrimp
Very good! Cooked to perfection. Coleslaw flavorful!
Margarita flat bread
*amazing. For an appetizer, it was flavorful, colorful, and filling.
Chicken tenders
*crunchy, juicy, filling. For an appetizer it was enough to fill me for lunch.

Mary was our server and she did a fantastic job. Mom and I had Doc's for lunch and have leftovers to enjoy for later and will be back again!

Read All Reviews(802)

Menu

Add a Menu
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille Menu
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille Menu

Photos

Add a Photo
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille
View All Photos

Hours

Monday 11AM - 10PM
Tuesday 11AM - 10PM
Wednesday 11AM - 10PM
Thursday 11AM - 10PM
Friday 11AM - 10PM
Saturday 11AM - 10PM
Sunday 11AM - 10PM
Updated on: