11 Best Seafood Restaurants in Sanibel

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

Customers` Favorites

Oysters on the Half Shell
Bayamo Black Bean Dip
Peel and Eat Shrimp
Banana Leaf Snapper
Island Style Shrimp
Penne with Shrimp
Captiva Crab Cakes
Maine Lobster Roll
Carrot Cake Slice
Shrimp and Grits

“Wow!! We struck gold here!! The service was 200% amazing, food...(hey...Gordon Ramsay, this Chef would definitely please you!) Krystian was Manager, came table to table (impressive)! And Ayoub delighted us with recommendations and tips about Morocco (where we're visiting soon)...The food was one of the best meals we've ever had and we're world travelers 10 months a year ....Vegetarian options: They will make you happy!Parking: Plenty of parking when we visited in April“

4.7 Superb282 Reviews
MudBugs Cajun Kitchen Bar & Grill • $$
1473 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel

Customers` Favorites

Chicken & Andouille Sausage Gumbo with Rice and Garlic Bread
Fried Calamari with Sweet Chili Sauce and Green Onions
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
Blackened Grouper
Crawfish Etouffee

“Ordered take-out. Got the blackened shrimp platter with seasonal vegetables and chicken sausage jambalaya. It was delicious. The dozen shrimp were cooked perfectly! The seasonal vegetables were good with just the right amount of seasoning. The jambalaya had lots of chicken and andouille sausage. Yum, I will certainly be back before my vacation is over. Service was quick and courteous. Highly recommended!“

4.6 Superb189 Reviews
Cielo Restaurant American • $$$
1244 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel

Customers` Favorites

Raspberry White Chocolate Cheesecake
Scallops and Risotto
Antarctic Salmon
Calamari Fritti
Chocolate Torte
Seafood Pot Pie
Crab Ravioli
Caesar Salad
Creme Brulee
Pappardelle

“March 29,2024DELICIOUS!Wonderful service and excellent food!Reservations are a must. We were a group of 12 but were split into a table for eight and one of four but we were informed of this in advance.Everything was top notch. Our server was very attentive yet we were not rushed. Our meals were beautifully presented and where applicable prepared as requested (steaks were perfect). There are many gluten free options and a few vegetarian options as well.The pianist, Scott, was the perfect touch to a relaxed atmosphere.There is a full bar and an extensive wine selection.The handicap lift was not working but there is a scissor lift in the back that was able to accommodate members of our group who could not navigate the stairs. Big plus that the owners had this available.It’s pricey but well worth the visit. I look forward to visiting again.“

4.7 Superb82 Reviews
Tutti Pazzi Italian Restaurant Italian • $$
1200 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel

Customers` Favorites

Meatballs with Marinara Sauce
New York Cheesecake
Fettuccine Alfredo
Lasagna Con Carne
Pizza Margherita
Prosciutto Pizza
Chicken Parmesan
Margherita Pizza
Fried Calamari
Garlic Knots

“Late evening dinner after watching the sunset at Captiva. Great service, food had great flavors and presentation. We enjoyed the pizza, chicken Parm, fettuccine Alfredo with grilled chicken and broccolini and a fish stew special of the night. Highly recommended for families And anyone visiting the area. Bonus, Live entertainment!“

4.6 Superb153 Reviews
Bleu Rendezvous French Bistro French • $$$
751 Tarpon Bay Rd, Sanibel

Customers` Favorites

Rainbow Trout Almandine
Seafood Vol-Au-Vent
Boeuf Bourguignon
Steak Frites
Coq Au Vin
Escargot

“It was our first time going there on a referral from one of my clients on the island- we enjoyed a fabulous dinner ? & loved the great service, along with the owner who greeted us & made sure we were well taken care of - we both had the ( Dover Sole ) & it was exceptionally delicious.We will be back many more times ahead“

4.6 Superb47 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 Fruit Salad
Seafood Platter
Lobster Bisque
Coconut Shrimp
Fried Calamari
Sampler Platter

“EXCELLENT service even though we showed up with the lunch rush just as they opened. Sat on the outside patio and the server was phenomenal! Nice fresh salad, great black bean burger, fried oyster po’boy and the key lime pie!! Definitely recommend!!“

4.5 Superb130 Reviews
Traders Restaurant on Sanibel Seafood • $$
1551 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel

Customers` Favorites

Portobello Spinach Salad
Mango Salsa Mahi Mahi
Vanilla Creme Brulee
Classic Caesar Salad
Shrimp & Angel Hair
Bang Bang Shrimp
Grilled Grouper
Garlic Bread
Veal Meatloaf
KeyLime Pie

“Wow! Another great experience at Traders. While the prices are a little high, it's all worth it. Many of our party of 8 got the grouper special and raved about it. The bisque and gumbo was also outstanding as was the spinach salad with chicken. The cocktail "pours" were super generous and worth the price.Peter Redpath was singing and having been there before to hear him, it did not disappoint. If you like Buffett, Croce, Simon and Garfunkle and James Taylor type songs you have to come to Traders for Peter. Obviously we will be back.“

4.4 Superb81 Reviews
Sanibel Grill Bar & Grill • $
703 Tarpon Bay Rd, Sanibel

Customers` Favorites

Fried Seafood Platter
Crunchy Grouper
Caesar Salad

“My wife and I went here in the first week of January 2024. We're from Fort Lauderdale and I'm working on Sanibel Island. We ordered the Shrimp White Pizza, the Chicken Wings, the Meatloaf, and the NE Clam Chowder to go. The service was excellent and the food was delicious. We got chicken wings from two other places and didn't like either. The wings at Sanibel Grill were awesome.“

4.4 Superb56 Reviews
Sandollar Restaurant American • $$
1231 Middle Gulf Dr, Sanibel

“this place now calls itself the BRGR restaurant as it has renewed itself after recovery from the hurricane Ian as part of the Sanibel Island Resort. They place is beautiful and a new favorite of mine. Had a Black and Bleu burger (relates to the name of the restaurant) with cole slaw and it was excellent! Very high quality, done just right, tasted wonderful and included bacon in the burger. Tried fries from one of our party and they were exceptional, great taste and crunch. Our server was friendly and took great care of our party. we parked our bikes at the rack behind the restaurant in the area where the parking lot leads back to palms and passes their pool (with bar) toward the path to the beach where they have lounge chairs that they furnish to guests on the beach that has recently had its sand replenished by the island. A great visit, we'll be back.“

3.6 Good10 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
Fried Coconut Shrimp
Petite Filet Mignon
Oysters Rockefeller
Blue Crab Bisque
Big Bang Shrimp
Crunchy Shrimp
Crunchy Grouper
Sea Scallops

“For professional service, Valco is the man! The Timbers has an incredible history for fresh seafood and the "Sanibel Island" experience. Stop in after 12 noon for fat filets of black grouper, swordfish, tuna, and Chilean sea bass. Pick from 4 different preps of shrimp AND filet mignon! Ask Valco for special order status on takeout fish. Prices are better than competitors! Remember your sauces, seasonings, and fresh clams prepped for soup!“

4.1 Good53 Reviews
The Sandbar Seafood • $$
2761 W Gulf Dr, Sanibel

“First time trying and my shrimp scampi was amazing! Lots of shrimp. The sourdough was great and the wait staff was knowledgeable and very attentive! We will be back! So we want back 3 days later and got a ribeye and the strip. Both cooked perfectly and seasoned very well!“

4 Good64 Reviews
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