11 Best Seafood Restaurants in Sanibel

Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille Seafood • $$
2500 Island Inn Rd, Sanibel

Customers` Favorites

Doc Ford's Original Lime Panko Crusted Fish Sandwich
Hurricane Allie's Island Punch
Oysters on the Half Shell
Ford's Famous Clam Chowder
Bayamo Black Bean Dip
Seared Tuna Appetizer
Peel and Eat Shrimp
Captiva Crab Cakes
Island Style Shrimp
Banana Leaf Snapper

“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!“

4.7 Superb437 Reviews
Gramma Dot's Restaurant Seafood • $$
634 N Yachtsman Dr, Sanibel

Customers` Favorites

Blackened Grouper Sandwich
The Captains Key Lime Pie
Tuna Salad Fruit Plate
Homemade Potato Chips
Lobster Roll & Chips
Blue Crab Meatballs
Sampler Platter App
Lobster Fruit Salad
Seafood Platter
Coconut Shrimp

“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.“

4.5 Superb273 Reviews
Timbers Restaurant Seafood • $$
703 Tarpon Bay Rd, Sanibel

Customers` Favorites

Local Oysters on the Half Shell from the Raw Bar
New England Clam Chowder
Alaskan King Crab Legs
Triple Shrimp Platter
Fried Coconut Shrimp
Florida Lobster Tail
Oysters Rockefeller
Petite Filet Mignon
Peel and Eat Shrimp
Blue Crab Bisque

“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.“

4.2 Good116 Reviews
Traders Restaurant on Sanibel Seafood • $$
1551 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel

Customers` Favorites

Macadamia Encrusted Grouper
Portobello Spinach Salad
Pan-Sauteed Crab Cakes
Mango Salsa Mahi Mahi
Fresh Florida Gumbo
Classic Caesar Salad
Shrimp & Angel Hair
Vanilla Creme Brulee
Bread and Olive Oil
Mike's Key Lime Pie

“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“

4.2 Good133 Reviews
Lazy Flamingo Seafood • $
1036 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Tender Basket of French Fries
Ice Cold Oysters on the Half Shell
Fresh Spanish Mackerel We Caught
Grouper Caesar Salad
Fried Grouper Basket
Shrimp Scampi Pasta
Led Baby Back Ribs
Clam Chowder Soup
Big Burger Burger
Fresh Fish Tacos

“I was sightseeing in Sanibel and found this place before driving back to the east coast. The service was great and their grouper sandwich was one of the best I've had. Wishing you much success! Definitely recommending to friends traveling to Sanibel Island. 🙂“

4.2 Good135 Reviews
Cielo Restaurant American • $$$
1244 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel

Customers` Favorites

Raspberry White Chocolate Cheesecake
Scallops and Risotto
Octopus Carpaccio
Antarctic Salmon
Grilled Octopus
Chocolate Torte
Calamari Fritti
Seafood Pot Pie
Caprese Salad
Crab Ravioli

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

4.8 Superb132 Reviews
Thistle Lodge Beachfront Restaurant Seafood • $$$
2255 W Gulf Dr, Sanibel

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

3.9 Good177 Reviews
Bleu Rendezvous French Bistro French • $$$
751 Tarpon Bay Rd, Sanibel

Customers` Favorites

Bleu Special - Dover Sole Meuniére
Rainbow Trout Almandine
Hanger Steak-Frites
Seafood Vol-Au-Vent
Seafood Vol Au Vent
Boeuf Bourguignon
French Silk Pie
Surf and Turf
Steak Frites
Coq Au Vin

“I’ve been meaning to write this review for weeks, and I’m sorry to have put it off!

My husband and I spent a quiet Thanksgiving together on Sanibel and decided to go out to dinner. Everywhere we tried was booked or closed (totally on us). I finally found Blue Rendezvous, and it seemed romantic and lovely. I’m so glad we found it!

From the start, it felt like walking into a little neighborhood bistro. The hostess/owner was SO kind and accommodating. Being New Englanders, we weren’t afraid of the “cold” (it was in the high 60s…) so we opted to sit outside. We were the only ones out there as we had a later reservation, and it was perfect. The hostess turned the music on and made our little spot so perfect.

When a family with very young children sat down and complained about the service being slow (they had no reservations on a major holiday on a small island, and I was honestly embarrassed at how they were treating the staff), the staff rushed to accommodate their last minute request. The family was not pleased, and left in a hurry; fine by us! The staff clearly felt badly, but they did everything they could, and frankly more, to help these folks who were really not being very gracious. As a business owner and someone who worked in restaurants for a long time, they handled it with grace.

Our waitress was amazing, and had the best suggestions! We both went for the prix fixe menu. Every single thing was delicious, from the French onion soup to the beef bourguignon that tasted exactly how my grandmother made it. The cocktails and wine were the perfect complement, and the crème brûlée was some of the best we’ve ever had!

If you’re on Sanibel, do not miss out on this newer restaurant! The service, food, and experience were 10/10, and we will definitely be back. Thank you!“

4.7 Superb115 Reviews
Tutti Pazzi Italian Kitchen Italian • $$
1200 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Parmigiana Sandwich with Salad
Meatballs with Marinara Sauce
Orecchiette Con Broccolini
Asiago Gnocchi Poppers
Kids' Pepperoni Pizza
New York Cheesecake
Fettuccine Alfredo
Tutti Pazzi Salad
Lasagna Con Carne
Prosciutto Pizza

“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!“

4.6 Superb258 Reviews
MudBugs Cajun Kitchen Bar & Grill • $$
1473 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel

Customers` Favorites

Chicken \u0026 Andouille Sausage Gumbo with Rice and Garlic Bread
Chicken & Andouille Sausage Gumbo with Rice and Garlic Bread
Fried Calamari with Sweet Chili Sauce and Green Onions
Charbroiled Oysters with Garlic \u0026 Parmesan
Mudbugs Crawfish Boil with Potato and Corn
Shrimp PO Boy with Remoulade Sauce
Grilled Watermelon Salad
Fried Green Tomato blt
Chargrilled Oysters
Bayou Shrimp Boil

“Great food and amazingly friendly staff! We will definitely be back.“

4.5 Superb384 Reviews
Sanibel Grill Bar & Grill • $$
703 Tarpon Bay Rd, Sanibel

Customers` Favorites

Reuben Grouper Sandwich
Big Bang Bang Shrimp
Fried Seafood Platter
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
Oysters Rockefeller
Black & Bleu Burger
French Onion Soup
Meat Lovers Pizza
Crunchy Grouper
Fish and Chips

“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.“

4.5 Superb103 Reviews

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