TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in United States - Updated October 2024

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Carpenter's Cafe & Bookstore

"Easily my favorite bookstore in the entire world! Within a year, we visited 3 times … and we live in NC!! I find books there that I’ve never seen..."

Kim SF

"One of my favorite finds recently, and probably the best bookstore I've ever been to. We stopped at the mystery building and the history building,..."

Eric Allan

"Amazing Amazing Amazing! What a fantastic store to browse your afternoon away. Beautifully organized. The store is a treasure trove for book lovers..."

Karim Poonawala

"My second time visiting Genes books on Sanibel Island and won’t be my last. Genes is not only a fun location to get lost in the book stacks but..."

Morgan Bowen

"Wow, I visit bookstores on every trip I take. I’ve thrown away shoes to add more books to my carry on before. This is by far my new favorite! What..."

Rachel Iverson

"My biggest wish is that I lived closer. My wife and I went on vacation to Marco Island and on our way home we took an hour trip out of our way just..."

Carlos Portillo

"I used to come here once a week, back when when it was MacIntosh Books and I was a small kid growing up on the island in the 80's and 90's. It was my..."

Kane Ford

"What a cute bookstore! The associates were friendly and helpful and there was a vast selection of books. I bought two books cheaper than I could get..."

Anna Hemelt

"Visited here on our vaca to Sanibel and loved it!! We are avid readers and found some great books, great prices, great staff, and great a/c 😝💯..."

Mandy Duncan

"Great little book store, Im always amazed at what I can find. It's alittle adventure just walking through and looking around. Great friendly,..."

Ammelien Sur'immumo

"WoW! This place is amazing. I don’t even read much but walking into this bookstore gets me..."

Michell G

"I've lived in SW Florida for 40+ years... our family is on a staycation & we decided to check out Gene's Books on Sanibel. Holy Moley GUACAMOLEY!..."

christy jo ellis

"This is without a doubt the best family owned bookstore (not corporate like Barnes and Noble) I mean I wish I lived closer so I could go here more..."

George Sanchez

"Booklovers paradise! It looks like an explosion of books. Literally books everywhereeee. Organized chaos. Neverending piles of books. Awesome prices...."

Courtney Noel

"I've been coming down to Ft. Myers for decades and this is easily the best bookstore around. What particularly blows me away with the addition of the..."

Chris Yogerst

"I am just WOWED at the experience here! There are numerous buildings filled with every book and genre you can think of with very popular and obscure..."

Luci Mazzella

"A maze of a huge selection of books. One location is fiction, mystery and local authors, another location with non- fiction, children's and young..."

Kurt Schulz

Mad Hatter Restaurant

92/100 (2345 ratings)

Hudson Valley Foie Gras

Grilled Scallops with Garlic Sauce

Wheelchair Accessible

Wine and Beer

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

"We went there for our engagement dinner just the two of us in 2015. It was perfect- the food, ambiance, and service. Thank you for making it so..."

Melina Doan

"My wife and I enjoyed our 17th year anniversary here last night. The ambiance is wonderful. You get a few of the ocean and if you time your visit..."

Akber Ali Panjwani

"We made anniversary reservations, and were able to get a window seat. Space is limited, and we were very cramped, but the restaurant was whimsical,..."

Brandy Purdon

"Excellent cute little restaurant that has less than 20 tables total. It was easy to get a reservation, the reception was extremely friendly as well..."

Ares Olympius

"Spent the weekend with a friend in Sanibel and although we enjoyed all of our dining experiences, this was far and away the best of the bunch. I had..."

Alison Joslyn

"Wonderful place, very friendly and good service - food was excellent also very good quality of the ingredients. Healthy and tasty children's menu -..."

Michèle Schwarz-Rellstab

"We went here for or 1st anniversary and couldn't have been happier with our choice. The building itself is a cute little place with lots of art in..."

charles asher

"Outstanding service, fun atmosphere, great meal with excellent options to select from. I ate at Mad Hatters 30+ years ago and remembered it being a..."

Heather Gillingham

"We will definitely be back! We had reservations (highly recommend) for 6:45 pm and had a party of three (including a 10-year-old). We started with..."

Cindy Cruz

"One of the best meals I've ever had! Black grouper was melt in your mouth! Short ribs were amazing! Service was excellent! Kitchen timing was..."

MelAnnie Diaz-Murtha

"I may have had my hopes up for a little more Alice and Wonderland and a little less fancy food and service.. but that is what I got and I loved it!!..."

Morgan

"We were in heaven during our dining experience at the Mad Hatter! We loved the Wonderland theming throughout and the commitment to fine dining. The..."

Melissa Whitworth

"This this place is off the charts should be a 6 star. Presentation, service and tastes were all outstanding. We had goat cheese pillows, forfoie..."

Curt Alexander

"My wife and I dined here for our 5 year anniversary. The staff is amazing and the food impeccable. We had a reservation for 630 but due to unforseen..."

Jerel Henry

"Food was out of this realm. Staff was attentive and informative. Very quaint and cozy restaurant. Scallops were absolutely amazing and the chefs soup..."

Theresa Krueger

"Very Delicious! We called for a last minute reservation and they were able to get us in early, we had just ate lunch, we thought well this will be a..."

Kasey Miller

"Just had dinner here and wow! Ate inside and it’s very charming - it’s small but nice. There is a nice back wall of windows and you can see the..."

Hoyt Phillips

"Fine dining at its finest! Who's the Chef of this place? The food was exquisite. Mouth watering, tender, and juicy. An extensive Wine list and good..."

Douglas A.

"Excellent food, cool theme, friendly staff. We waited a while for our food and we’re there over 2 hours but it was worth the wait! The goat cheese..."

Anastasia Peterson

George & Wendy's Sanibel Seafood Grille

92/100 (4584 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

"We arrived early for lunch. Not so busy at that moment. The food is incredible. The Lobster tail Caprese salad was outstanding. The tuna salad was..."

Rexx Wei

"Nicely done, George & Wendy! My wife and I have been coming to Sanibel for years and often wanted to try this place. I ordered the cod-bites as a..."

Fred Doulton

"Reservations for 6:30. Arrived and immediately seated. Restaurant not overly packed but steady. Greeted by our waitress, Marie. Wonderful person and..."

T. Rice

"SENSATIONAL FOOD! 100% perfect. We had a party of seven, and called ahead for reservations. They had it ready when we arrived. The food was on the..."

Acce Bere

"Stopped for a late lunch and although was busy our service and food were excellent. Ordered the cob salad and added broiled cod. My husband ordered..."

Michele Zappa

"Loved this place! Beautifully landscaped, lots of trees and umbrellas outside which is where I chose to sit for Sunday lunch. Outdoor seating is pet..."

Christopher Tolzmann

"The food is absolutely delicious! Great service as well! Their signature fresh baked bread with pesto is just amazing! For the ladies highly..."

Elvira Peña

"We read reviews before we went, and most of them were positive. We weren't disappointed. Blackened Grouper bites were prepared perfectly. Min..."

glenn warren

"Great place to watch a game. We stopped in for an appetizer and the place had a great energy to it. Plenty of TVs around the bar area so it would be..."

Ben R.

"The food was exquisite! We enjoyed every single plate. Plenty of flavors, Recommended 100% , the attention of our waitress Matty, was polite, and..."

Mary Kraemer

"ABSOLUTELY UNBELIEVABLE!!!! Simply put: Hands down….the best Filet Mignon on Sanibel* paired with the tastiest Garlic Mashed Potatoes I have ever..."

Bradford Smith

"I had a fantastic time at George and Wendy's with my mother tonight! The general manager Dawn was so welcoming and friendly. She even remembered us..."

Drew Pratley

"We were in town for 1 day on our way back to Key west and do not regret going to this place for dinner! It was also my daughter's birthday. Our..."

Christine Lawrence

"Wow what a gem in Sanibel, originally we picked a different restaurant but now we will stop by every chance we get. Here’s what I would get again,..."

Bre (Verified Creator)

"We were all set to order things like salmon that we can get at home. And then Kasey our server convinced us to try more local flavors. The guys got..."

Denise Hemond

"Food quality was exceptional. I had the seafood linguine and my wife had salmon. Both very good and not outrageously priced. Torrey, our waiter was..."

Rob Davidson

"Amazing service at lunchtime. All their special dishes are 10/10. The drinks were ice cold and the food is very authentic. Sanibel Visit..."

Jamal Noshahi

Mudbugs Cajun Kitchen

91/100 (2088 ratings)

"Absolutely amazing!! Not one negative thing to say about this place. Our waiter Conner was so nice and patient! We had the Chicken Royale & a 7oz..."

Megan Fisher

"The whole experience was awesome! The best restaurant I have ever been too! Our server was terrific! Helped us and explained the dishes, was very..."

Margie Roberts

"The place has a Cajun feel to it. There is seating upstairs, down and outside. Huge free parking lot. Last night there was a great guitarist playing..."

Missy Fox

"We ordered the gator bites (blackened), the Florentine oysters, and the corn crab soup. Everything was really good. The ambience it’s great as well..."

Paula Ramirez

"The service and the food was Amazing! I'm from Nola and was very impressed. I felt right at home. I even asked if the Owner was from New Orleans...."

Paula “Mz. Pee” Coste

"We came to mudbugs for our anniversary dinner as we have been hearing such great things! The environment is open and fairly buggy (lots of flies and..."

Hannah Guzman (hannahthegolfer)

"We (family of four) stopped here on our way off the island on our last day of vacation. What a way to wrap up our trip! Great service, great food..."

Adam Matz

"First time there and I was actually surprised. The interior looks great. Still needs some work outside from hurricane recovery. We decided to try out..."

Valerie Nation

"I didn't know that a mud bug is a crayfish! And , they are delicious! It's like a mini lobster ! We were so impressed that we returned as soon as..."

Tami Bridson

"Loved this place! Fun. Great atmosphere. Bob the bartender upstairs was awesome. Food was delicious. Caesar Salad with Grouper was yummy. Drinks were..."

Robert McKay Jones

Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille Sanibel Island

91/100 (11035 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I have been this place many times before they moved the location away from south seas. This restaurant is great for a laid-back atmosphere. My son..."

brittany hemingway

"Arrived for dinner at 730 on Friday night. We were seated.immediately on the porch. We both ordered margaritas which were delivered quickly...."

kimberly mcintosh

"First time back to Doc Fords since the hurricane last year. Stopped in with my husband and daughter after a long day at the beach. The service was..."

Tammie Howe

"Such a fun place whether or not you're a fan of Randy Wayne White! If you're not, become one and grab a book on the way out! The person I care for..."

Amanda Hair

"The specials here are always a home run. I had the scallops special and it was amazing. The Yucatan shrimp were great as..."

RG G

"The food was excellent. It's not the same food you get at every other place on the beach, this food is different not the same old same old. I cannot..."

Becky Bowers

"We were on Sanibel to do some shelling (big shock - shelling on Sanibel, what?), and decided to have a late lunch at Doc Ford's. On previous trips,..."

Christie C

"After a morning at Bowman's Beach we stopped at Doc Ford's to enjoy lunch and cocktails and also hoped to run into Randy Wayne White penning away at..."

Julia Peters

"We recently dined at Doc Fords and we had a great time and a delicious dinner. Chael our server was very attentive and helpful. The Prime Rib special..."

Dr. Brian J. Rachmaciej

"Had the BEST birthday dinner!! Definitely recommend the Key Lime Colada for hot days like this. The buffalo shrimp was a perfect app. I loved the..."

jenna hall

"The seasoning of the mussels dish was to die for. We asked for more bread again, again so we could have it with the seasoning. However, the waiter..."

G. H. C.

"Thankful they are open with a wonderful staff! Very knowledgeable staff with daily specials and a huge list of beer/wine and special drinks! Kids..."

Jacob Wixom

"Nice building with seating outside and of course inside. Food is fairly priced and very good. We had the fish sandwich ($12.99) and chicken sandwich..."

Roy Bailey

"The service is amazing, Flavio and Michelle were super attentive. Food is fresh, local and delicious (we ordered several appetizers) and the drinks..."

Magda Coman

"The server was so nice and gave us extra bread for the mussels. The food was amazing and the pina colda was very good. I would go back here. The..."

Giovanni C

"GREAT SERVICE even sitting outside was nice because of the shade and fans. Food is so yummy. We really enjoyed the special cole slaw with the crab..."

Rae walker

"food is always good and service very good to exceptional. i had a simple dinner tonight: Cuban sandwich with black beans and rice, very good and..."

Mike Studwell

"I just ordered the Cuban sandwich with fries and my wife ordered some shrimp tacos. We enjoyed our lunch. They are really filling. There's also some..."

George Garcia

"We went there for lunch. Lots of free parking,, nice clean restaurant with island fare. Excellent, attentive service. Good menu. Good drink..."

Wayne Bock

T2 Bistro & Wine Bar

Blackened Shrimp Tacos

Shrimp

Iceberg Wedge Salad

Beef Short Rib Flat Bread with Pears and Red Onions

Lamb

Beef

Sea Scallops and Pesto Pasta

Pork

Open Face Cuban Sandwich

Flatbread

Summer Beef Bolognese Cavatelui

Wheelchair Accessible

"Traders 2 is a more casual but still classy version of Traders. We visit Traders every time we stay on Sanibel/Captiva and was excited to try Traders..."

Maia Briggs

"WONDERFUL flatbread! This just opened about 2 weeks ago farther down from the original Traders on Sanibel. Main room inside bright Florida colors and..."

Ann Tice

"A Sanibel gem! Spending two days visiting Sanibel from New York, my time was limited as far as experimenting with eateries. After a lengthy search..."

Kristy Verity

"My husband and I just moved to the area and we came to the island for our anniversary. We saw T2 from the road and it did not disappoint! The..."

Ashley Fennell

"One of the beat meals we had. Wonderfully guided through the specials by our waiter. We had the potato leek soup which was light but rich at the same..."

Meade Gelston

"We just had a fabulous dinner at Traders2. The food was wonderful. I had the fish tacos which were stuffed with grouper. I substituted beans and..."

Frances Foster

"Hidden gem with delicious bistro fare! One of the best fish sandwiches on the island! Really good lamb burger also! Beautifully decorated! Outdoor..."

MelAnnie Diaz-Murtha

"The lamb burger was delicious! Great service and a variety of exceptional dishes. You will not be..."

Joshua Estevanell

"Lunch French Onion soup & Wedge salad. Both excellent with excellent service. Beautiful restaurant decorated tastefully with Palm Fronds &..."

Gary Pokrant

"We stopped here for lunch. The mushroom flatbread was VERY GOOD and so was the grouper taco. We also had some trader tots - highly recommend the..."

Jeanine Earley

"We had a fine meal in their somewhat strange outdoor seating, where tables are scattered across the shopping courtyard and it felt more like we were..."

Peter Goldberg

"Nice atmosphere, friendly staff, and they use paper straws which is nice, considering we are on an island surrounded by sea turtles :) Unfortunately,..."

Fish

"My wife and I have visited many wine bar establishments and T2 ranks among the top! The wine, food, service and ambiance was absolutely amazing...."

Richard Mills

"Traders 2 saved the evening. Traders was all booked up, and so we tried Traders 2 just down the road. What a wonderful surprise. No reservations..."

PD C

"This was our first trip to Sanibel Island with our family of 6. We were lucky enough to find T2 for dinner. Everyone was very friendly and the food..."

Chris Gobrecht

"We always eat here when visiting the island! Fantastic service and the menu caters to our varying dietary needs…vegan, gluten free, etc…!..."

anne goetz

"I have ate at restaurants around the world and this restaurant is in the top 5 of my new favorites. If you are in Sanibel and don’t eat here you..."

Bridgette McAbee

The Sandbar

90/100 (2052 ratings)

Seafood Trio with Grilled Grouper Filet Scallops and a Crabcake

Oyster

Bass

Cheesecakes

12 Oz Duroc Pork Chop Grilled to Perfection

Mussels

Creme Brulee

Denise B's Prime Burger

Tuna

Key lime pie

Chocolate Martini and Chocolate Madness Cake

Hand Made Key Lime Pie

Blackened Grouper Sandwich

Black Angus New York Strip and Loaded Baked Potato

Wheelchair Accessible

Non-smoking restaurants

Accepts American Express

Dinner

Mid-range

"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!..."

Kendalyn M. Darling

"My husband and I ate here with a friend in November 2021. This was the best fish I've had in the Ft Myers area. Service was excellent. The ambience..."

Susan Peters

"Oh my! Amazing food! The flavor was exceptional! Our waitress was amazing! Save your pennies. Well worth it. Best place..."

Nanette Barcellos

"Just finished possibly one of the best meals I’ve ever had Sanibel. Our server Logan was amazing. She went over the drink menu & specials & made..."

Dan Boro

"Eat here with caution. I know ownership is changing and with it a new executive chef. We ate here twice and both times the food was excellent. Friday..."

Brian Hinton

"My husband and I are in love with this place! The food is always excellent and we've had great service every time we've gone. We try to get in for..."

Nicole Hulton

"Had a fantastic birthday dinner at sandbar. Our server, Logan, was terrific! Didn't notice a difference in quality of food with change of..."

Kristina Markovitch

"What an amazing anniversary dinner at The Sandbar! Chef Brian is on top of his game. From the boom boom shrimp appetizer to my wife's filet, done..."

Bill Gordon

"The atmosphere was nice, the waitress was very knowledgeable. The food was excellent, everything tasted fresh there wasn't a long wait. Out of all..."

John H

"A great place for a good dinner. The menu has some delicious, freshly prepared dishes — we ordered the daily specials, and they were as tasty as..."

Anne Todd

Gramma Dot's Seaside Saloon

90/100 (4065 ratings)

Blackened Grouper Sandwich

The Captains Key Lime Pie

Spinach Boursin Grouper

Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Dinner

Wheelchair Accessible

Non-smoking restaurants

"Spent time here during our family trip in August 2021 and enjoyed the food and the laid back island atmosphere… hope to come back again after..."

Ira Thor

"We had a very good experience here. The location was on the water and picturesque. The food was fresh hot and delicious. Most of the table ordered..."

David Soder

"Today is May 12, 2023. grandma dots is open and working out of a food truck. The restaurant is being renovated. There’s outdoor eating. And..."

Deborah Eckdahl

"Gramma Dot's on Sanibel Island is an absolute gem that combines great food with a wonderful spot for boaters. The food at Gramma Dot's is nothing..."

Rene Schildt

"Perfect little lunch spot! Located in a marina, great views of the boats and water with a nice breeze. Everything tasted fresh and delicious! Not..."

Ashley Eustis

"Amazing restaurant in a beautiful setting - we’ve been coming here since we discovered it a few years ago… delicious food, friendly service and..."

Marina Plavnik

"This restaurant is a local favorite so get here early. (Opens at 11:15am ) Without a doubt one of the BEST BRUNCH locations on Sanibel Island. My..."

Bear Pollard

"This restaurant is on a dock and has a nice laid back vibe, but there’s still a wait to get a table. A great restaurant for no frills fried seafood..."

Sarah Hui

"Great location for lunch. On the water surrounded by beautiful boats ( yachts). Great service. Lots to order from the menu too. We sat at the bar and..."

Lisa Angelo

"We had a great lunch! The coconut shrimp were so good. My husband had the Tuna melt and it was delicious. We got there early and there was along line..."

Teddy's K9 Adventures

Upper Deck Pool Bar

Jerry's Foods

90/100 (2530 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Seating

Accepts Discover

Table Service

Wheelchair Accessible

"Glad they are open and have been there for us. Got in very late last night and everything off- island was closed. But was able to salvage my brief..."

Rick Taylor

"The restaurant at Jerry’s is very good. We had breakfast and lunch while staying on Captiva. Breakfast burrito is amazing and their cheesesteak..."

Joseph Neubecker

"Stopped in for some lunch at the in-store restaurant and checked out the store... First off, they have the coolest pick-up service, order is put..."

Robert Banach

"Great lunch and quick pick up of needed..."

Brenda Wildes

"This place was so delicious and the service was great too! We definitely enjoyed everything. I especially loved the crab Benedict. So yummy and well..."

k a m

"Jerry's is #1 ! Good products, reasonably priced and VERY clean. When my girlfriend starts talking too fast, I send her over to Jerry's so she can..."

Umaxen 00

"Not only a great grocery store (where they actually bring your grocery’s down to your car! 😳) but great shops and ice cream as well. They also..."

JP 057

"Sanibel’s hidden gem! Salad bar has excellent variety and the restaurant menu has something for everyone. Staff are polite and attentive...."

Michael Grey

"Great supermarket on a beautiful island. Yea the prices are a little steeper than the mainland but you're paying for convenience and wow! what an..."

Jim O

"Best price friendly place to eat on either island. Appreciate them. We dine here multiple times every vacation. Good food at a good..."

John Yeah

"The food and service were excellent!! The restaurant was very clean!! We will be back and I would highly recommend for a quick and delicious..."

Katherine Dull

"Great food market, but the cafe was closed when we visited. Very friendly cashier who shared dining tips regarding establishments still open after..."

Lisa Collier

"Open, both the cafe and store, great breakfast, Starbucks on..."

Roland L

"What a wonderful place. Love it - friendly staff, a lot of Donuts and fresh food and a Starbucks. Can't wait to see it..."

Frank Mücke

"So happy to see Jerry's open. Really nice and clean store. Helpful friendly customer service. Good variety and fair value. Their key lime pie is..."

Beach Dreamer

"Jerry’s have everything you need! Reasonable prices. Shop..."

Donna Bolender

"Very nice grocery store with vacation goodies, coffee shop and excellent Cafe..."

Timothy Carlson

The Pecking Order Fried Chicken

90/100 (1155 ratings)

Fried Chicken and Biscuit

Sauces

Biscuits & Chicken Gravy Price

Chicken Mashed Potatoes and Biscuit

Chili

Mac and cheese

Chicken Breast Beans Greens Rice Biscuit

Chicken Breast and Fried Okra

Homemade Chicken

Chicken And Waffles

Fried Chicken with Mashed Potatoes

Free off-street parking

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts Visa

Serves Alcohol

Accepts American Express

"Fabulous! The Harlem special is incredibly good and the fried chicken was fresh out of the fryer. We were the first customers in that morning. The..."

Cape Cod Star

"On Sanibel Island with lots of great places to eat The Pecking Order keeps coming up in "Ten best places to eat." searches. I must admit I was..."

Ron Bryner

"Chicken was delicious. I generally judge chicken by flavor, cripsy texture, and how juicy the white meat is as it tends to be more dry than other..."

Jeremy N

"I enjoy their food. I fully support this restaurant not just because of their food but I am part Haitian and to know the owners have a passion for..."

Nee S.

"I did not expect to be going to a chicken restaurant on Sanibel but I did and I am glad I went. Easy to get to. The plumpest chicken breasts I..."

GB Garrett

"Want fried chicken? This is the best place on the island to get it. We got the 12 piece meal with 2 sides. We did get an extra side because it was 3..."

Daniel Grove

"The fried chicken was as good as my moms, and that's saying alot..the chicken nuggets delicious, they weren't overcooked, definitely fresh not..."

TF Farrow

"Favorite "Food Place" on an Island full of restaurants. Chicken is the best I've ever hand! And all of my favorite ho-made sides makes it easy to go..."

Linda Miller

"We were too hungry and excited to take pictures but everything was incredible! The mashed potatoes, biscuits and chicken are flavored to perfection!!..."

Brooke Weisberg

"A-Mazing CHICKEN!! YOU MUST GO!!!!!!!! It's right next door to Subway. I had the chicken 'n waffles - put Texas Pete hot sauce on top - EXCELLENT!!..."

D B

"the chicken and corn bread is out of this world. best we have ever had. it is a small carry out place but very chill, we love the atmosphere. we..."

Kali Holt

"Wow the chicken was out of this world! The skin was perfectly crunchy and seasoned well. The chicken was juicy and tender. My favorite had to be the..."

Angel Weber

"Outstanding fried chicken!! The coleslaw, baked beans, and biscuits were very good too. This is some of the best fried chicken I've ever had -..."

Douglas Schumacker

"We got carryout yesterday and I have to say, I was not disappointed! The chicken was still crunchy when I got it home. It was juicy and did not need..."

Philomena Ann

"We ordered a bucket of fried chicken and some biscuits for carry out while vacationing on Sanibel. The chicken was very tasty, especially the dark..."

Philip Rice

"On an island of over-priced (if grouper is native why the extra 10 bucks?) "eateries" it was nice to find unpretentious, relatively affordable,..."

Mr Bob

"Lunch again today at The Pecking Order! We loved their chicken, sides & cornbread........Once more, we give Bridgit and Mickey and their great..."

Fred Dissmeyer

"So happy we decided to try this place early on our trip because now I want to eat this every day!! Fried chicken was easily the best I’ve ever..."

Chris McNair

Sunset Grill Incorporated

90/100 (1766 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Absolutely excellent food here along with dessert options. Half chicken was so juicy and the grouper melted in my mouth with the mango salsa.... Try..."

Peter Oissar

"This was one of favorite restaurant in the island! We had delicious meals with fresh fish, lobster, & scallops! The waitress was polite and..."

Anastasia Peterson

"This may have been the best meal we have had! We are pretty picky and everything was amazing from the beef carpaccio appetizer, to the sunset..."

Barbara Matteis

"Had an early morning breakfast here recently and loved it. Sat outside where you can easily see the water across the road. The service was very..."

Hoyt Phillips

"We love Sunset Grill! Especially breakfast, so calming and relaxing. Sit on the porch and watch the waves crash across the street. The entire feel..."

Jason Olson

"Stopped here today for breakfast after shelling on Sanibel Island! Not only was the beach amazing, but this restaurant was too!!! I mean everything..."

Lyn S.

"Stopped ar sunset grill, prior to Bowmans beach, to have a few beverages during our bike ride. Nice midway point, in the bend of the road. Waitress..."

Lisette B

"Sunset Grille is a must taste! Absolutely loved everything they had to offer. I went with a few ladies to have brunch and we were all overwhelmed in..."

Sabrina L. Ramos

"What a cool layed back place with great food. The shrimp and crab bisque was amazing. The baked Lobster Fra Diavalo was out of this world. If you..."

Karim William Ersan

"One of the best places to dine! Amazing lamb, tender, falls off the bone. Macadamia encrusted grouper over quinoa. Salmon over a bed of risotto. All..."

Lori Pennington

Sanibel Grill

90/100 (1211 ratings)

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail

Fried Calamari & Spinach Dip

Chicken Wings with Sweet Chili Sauce

Wheelchair Accessible

"Food had some good and some not so good items.. one item not good was the hamburger which was lacking, it probably would had been good except for the..."

TF Farrow

"Great food and atmosphere!! We came for dinner and the food was amazing. They so kindly made a new pot of coffee for me as a 6 pm request..."

Stephanie T.

"My wife and I ate at Sanibel Grill during our anniversary vacation. The atmosphere was awesome, and the food was great. Would definitely..."

Chris Gunn

"Visited in Jan 2022. Just now had time to review. It's a busy place, but the bartender and waitress were still efficient, pleasant, and quick. Food..."

Lisette B

"Fun friendly and fabulous!! Had dinner here. THANK YOU FOR BEING OPEN! (This is before the causeway opened to all after the hurricane ) Cozy casual ..."

Ann Tice

"Absolutely the best!! Don't miss this one. Also has raw..."

Gina Brown

"All grouper entrees at our table was exceptional! The bang bang shrimp delicious! Service excellent and cocktails very reasonable! Great end to our..."

Lauri Berles

"We love this place! Food is good. They offer Gluten Free options right on the menu! Oysters are fresh and lots of variety. My favorite items are..."

Monique Donaldson

"Great sports bar type location. Shared kitchen with the fish place next door. Nice selection of beer both standard stuff but good craft selection..."

Cuan Brown

"We went for the fish and chips and tried both varieties they offered. While they were huge portions, the flavor was not amazing; not the best fish..."

S G

Cip's Place

90/100 (2919 ratings)

Rice and Salmon Salad

Blackened Salmon Salad

Lollipop Chicken Wings

Stella's Shrimp Salad

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

"NICE ATMOSPHERE. Not busy Sunday evening. Decent ambience and attentive staff. Good kids menu and a good place for families. Burgers and wings were a..."

Tim

"We were on the island all week last week and ate here at the end of the week. It was the best food we had all week! The restaurant was super clean!..."

Kim Hopkins

"What a great place! We met a couple of friends for dinner last night and we had a great meal and a great time! Our friends had the triple tail fresh..."

Bill Gordon

"Very family oriented. Beautiful and elegant but at the same time with a relaxed ambiance. Perfect to visit with family. There are rabbits around to..."

Carlos Millan

"Absolutely fabulous! The decor is lovely and the service was top notch. Drinks were well prepared and the menu is varied and the portions are very..."

Sheri Ard

"The short: If you are reading this... Just set your gps and go. You won't be disappointed. Everything is amazing. The long: I called ahead to ask if..."

Gregory Sanes

"We love to sit out on the deck. A 4:30 seating is best, and reservations are even better. One of us ordered Ginger Shrimp Stir Fry, the other the..."

Jeanie Bond

"Wonderful experience each time my family has dined at Cips over many years. Always wonderful friendly staff and the food is delicious and worth every..."

T. Claessens

"From the woman that answered the phone to the bartender that gave me my carry out order, every single person I encountered was very friendly and..."

Mindi London

"Unique atmosphere and bar area. They have outside seating. My food was ok. I had the Shrimp Cipriani. It seemed to lack seasoning. My friend had the..."

Julie Steinberg

"One of the better restaurants on Sanibel in my opinion. The waitstaff is a hit or a miss depending on who you get. The food is good except for the..."

Lauren D

"The restaurant is beautiful at night. I love the light and color of the wood. We sat outside. It was nice. Drinks were decent. Food was good. but..."

Rossukon Jandech

"Fantastic American family run seafood restaurant located near downtown Sanibel Island. A wall of stories are painted on a mural, just ask Dave to..."

Philip Seely

"Cips a wonderfully relaxing choice for dining on Sanibel Island. Set back from the road, surrounded with lovely landscaping, it very peaceful. We..."

Mitze Anderson

"Comfortable dining choice. Good variety of entrees and drinks. Service was friendly and gave good recommendations. For Sanibel dining it is a..."

Jim Baird

"Great food and serviced. My wife wanted a chocolate martini which the server said was not available but manager overheard the server and said he..."

Gerry Corelli

"I haven't even got to the restaurant to pickup my order, and I feel I need to express the great customer service I received on the phone this evening..."

TF Farrow

"Relaxed atmosphere, incredibly friendly service, and island appeal. After perusing dozens of reviews, our family decided on Cip's and we were not..."

Ronald Valade

"What a great find as my girlfriend and I were biking by! Not only did we have happy hour there but it was so amazing, we came back for dinner! For..."

Michele Rapp

Shima Japanese Steakhouse

Cooking Our Complete Dinner in Front of Us Chicken Steaks and Shrimps with Veggies

Wheelchair Accessible

Serves Alcohol

Accepts Discover

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

Accepts American Express

"I went here with family on spring break 2019. We had young ones in tow and this was their first hibachi experience. The chef gave a fantastic..."

Casey Minter

"Sam was THE best! We go to Hibachi about four times a year all over the country when we're on vacation and we all agree that Sam is the best chef..."

Holly Waterman

"Took the family for the hibachi show. As this entertainment type goes I was very happy. I've been to quite a few different hibachi restaurants in my..."

John Ignac

""SHIMA HIBACHI STEAKHOUSE" WAS A "GREAT EXPERIENCE" THEY CELEBRATED OUR DAUGHTER "AUTUMNS" "UPCOMING" 21ST BIRTHDAY!!(which is actually on 9/30) OUR..."

Robin Testut-Morelli

"Went for our sons birthday and had a great experience! All of the food was well prepared and the quality of food was top notch. Our chef was..."

William Meadows

"Amazing experience!! We have been to so many different hibachi restaurants throughout the years. This was, by far, the best! Laysel was our cook and..."

Nick Dalu

"Wonderful experience overall. The food and flavors were delicious. Ask for Laysel and Nicole and you will have an amazing experience. A regular stop..."

Chad Hartwig

"So much fun. The food is excellent, but the experience is where this place shines! The chef was so much more interactive than any chef we've had back..."

Jose Rovira

"Excellent hibachi, sushi and sashimi! The chef was hilarious and a great..."

Bryan Dessauer

"Awesome experience! Chef Sammy C. was excellent and clearly doing what he loved. The waitress was great too. The house salad was great and we were..."

Davis Dawson

Paper Fig Kitchen

Thai Noodles Watermelon Salad Cucumber Raitha

Wheelchair Accessible

Dinner

Lunch

Mid-range

"This is a take out place with food that you can heat and eat at home. The sandwiches were very refreshing for the HOT Florida weather. The salads..."

Ncc Travel

"We have been coming to Sanibel for 26 years this is a fantastic much needed addition. The grab and go concept paired with excellent food is 🙌🏼...."

Shelby Anderson

"This place is a must-do if you’re looking for some easy and delicious meals for your condo or a picnic. They have really delicious sandwiches,..."

Tammy H

"5 for the Korean Tacos!!! They were delicious!!! 4/5 for the other things we tried. My mom got the veggie Greek burger- needs more flavor, and..."

Natalie Baugh

"Had an awesome Korean beef taco today for lunch. The tea was great…so wanted a refill. The brownie was a good ending too. The box and..."

Marcia Kridner

"Deb and Jeremy handled all of our wedding weekend catering and just absolutely blew us away. The food was amazing, the staff was incredible, the..."

Sara Hill

"Our office ordered lunch today & we tried here. It was pretty good & I enjoyed..."

Nee S.

"As the only vegetarian in my extended family sometimes it's hard to travel with them. Tonight when dinner was served there was nothing for me to eat...."

Susie Deer

"We stopped in the Paper Fig to get something to take to the beach to eat. I looked at the menu but was unsure because of some of the ingredients..."

Johnny Srt

"Wow, just dug in to the Mexican street corn. Best we’ve ever had. Absolutely delicious! As a gluten free family, it’s so tricky to find places to..."

Mindy McCarthy

"Same owner as 400 Rabbits and let me tell you...they know a thing or two about delicious food! Most of the food on the island isn't very good, and..."

Brad

"Great place for lunch, we come here every day when we are in Sanibel. It’s so good, we have even considered making the 2 1/2 hour drive from where..."

Suzanne Haley

"Never usually write reviews about restaurants but I cant help but commend paper figs awesome service and food. My family moved to Sanibel last year..."

Christopher Dev

"Yesterday, we stopped to look for a place to make sandwiches for lunch on the beach. We usually get Publix subs but on this day we were unsure what..."

John Shaner

"A neighbor dropped some food off from Paper Fig when my father was in the hospital. Every single dish was delicious. The quiche was incredible, as..."

Patrick Drennan

"What a little of a gem of a place! My husband and I stumbled upon this place while out discovering the island. It's a bit pricey but the food is..."

Anjola Dee

"Best place on Sanibel. This place is amazing. We got our last meal here (grab and go) and ordered a few different sandwiches, sides, and dessert and..."

ashley

"I have had many of the dishes on the made to order board as well as items from the cold case and frozen section as well and have had friends and..."

samantha britt

American Legion Post 123

Free off-street parking

Wheelchair Accessible

Dinner

Lunch

Cheap Eats

"My husband and I were celebrating our anniversary on the island. We were going past Post 123 on Veteran's day and decided to stop in and buy the..."

Mikki Shaw

"People there were very friendly and the post was a good place to visit..."

David Gaul

"My husband and I had a great time everyone is very friendly. Went in three times the week we were there. Had a great time. Lots fun and great ..."

Tiffany Tones Small

"Great food and pool tables! What else do you..."

Steve Smith

"Great "Taco Tuesday"! Great fish tacos! Cold..."

Jeff Bonnett

"Great food and Becky is the best bartender I've met on the..."

Jennifer Lyons

"Friendly staff. Had one of their award-winning cheeseburgers it was well prepared and delicious along with a side of onion rings. Very..."

Kirk Scharein

"Went on a whim after seeing a sign for fish fry. Outstanding! Nice folks made me feel welcome. Excellent..."

Buzz Fine

"Best kept secret of Sanibel. If you want to get away from the rush and high prices, make a stop here. They make your feel right at home. Cecil..."

Sue Knapp

"Was awesome had A hamberger that was huge and very very good...Sure will go..."

Rose Nething

"Had a great evening on a "Taco Tuesday". The patrons were friendly as was the staff. The tacos were great as were the margaritas. Not a swank place..."

David Buckwalter

"A small but well run local VFW with reasonably priced good food, cold beer, liquor, pool tables and some live music. The open mic is run well by the..."

Leslie Turner

"CHEESEBURGER IN PARADISE - About a 10 minute scenic bicycle ride from where we stay in Florida sits Sanibel’s American Legion Post 123. ..."

Fred Hoffman

"Good Burgers & Chicken Strips, locals hangout and won't have to take out a loan to have lunch. They don't accept credit or debit card I was a bit low..."

Douglas Grey

"Burger was great. Lowest prices on island for food. It's dated inside, but service is great and I plan on..."

Bernard J Arroyo

"best kept secret fun spot on the island and only pool table, the best burgers in town & very friendly welcoming..."

Carrie Toothman

Blue Giraffe Restaurant At Periwinkle Place

85/100 (3136 ratings)

La Jefa's Beef Fajita Burrito Smothered in Ranchera Sauce

Cuban Sandwich

Tapas

Surf N Turf Angus Burger

NaHCO Appetizer Sampler

Cinnamon French Toast

Fresh Brewed Iced Tea

French Toast

Short Stack of Pancakes

Toasts

New England Clam Chowder Soup

Non-smoking restaurants

Dog Friendly

Seating

Table Service

Wheelchair Accessible

Free off-street parking

Accepts American Express

"Before Ian, it was a great place to stop for delicious food with a good atmosphere. But after Ian, it now has a new owner and as they wait patiently..."

Valerie Nation

"Great seafood all around. We had the tacos and Reuben and the snapper was cooled perfectly and fell apart in your mouth. Decorations and menu is also..."

Dan Wortmann

"Really good food by great people! I've been here a times in the past but this is the first time I decided to take a photo. Everyone working there..."

Ben Johnson

"This was a very cozy place in a charming shopping village. The staff was very friendly and attentive. We had the Turkey club, sweet potato fries..."

Tracy Franco

"Wow! What a great experience! It's a little hard to find but dang, was it worth it! We have been on vacation here for a week and Blue Giraffe has..."

3 3

"Great restaurant. Loved our waitress! Very informative and eager to help. Food was exceptional, outstanding prices for what we received. Highly..."

Syracuse Aviation

"So, I love eclectic places and this is definitely unique! We stopped in for lunch and there is inside and outside seating available. The menus for..."

Christina Hart

"This was a lovely spot for brunch - on Saturdays, I believe they stop serving breakfast items at 11. There is an area outside with a cluster of..."

Miranda H

"It was my boyfriend & I's first time at the Blue Giraffe and we will definitely be back! Fast and friendly customer service, great atmosphere, and..."

Liz Hoock

"Stopped by today with my daughter's. The staff were friendly and the food was amazing! I highly recommend stopping by the food truck until the full..."

Jen

"Great place for food any time of the day! A little off the beaten path but great food and friendly people! Interesting dishes and nice laid back..."

David Lust

"Went early this AM. Recommend this restaurant for breakfast in the absolute. Enjoyed the Mimosa, Cappuccino, and Bloody Mary. Geoffrey's Breakfast..."

Lee Box

"Food was delicious. Josh, our server, very attentive and pleasant. There is a little area right across for kids to play which was a nice after dinner..."

Barbie Martin

"Great spot for lunch. Good size menu with lots of choices. Nicely stocked bar with local beers too! Service was quick and friendly. Food was..."

Mark Smith

"Great lunch place in Sanibel! Directly off the main road (Periwinkle Way), you can stop and eat outside or take your lunch to go for the beaches...."

Nick Yi

"Decent prices for Sanibel Island dining. Kona Wasabi burger two thumbs up Barnyard burger two thumbs up Little greasy, cooked perfectly, great..."

S Powell

"Fantastic Restaurant all the way around, and the Perfect spot to eat at Periwinkle Place. Had a fantastic Cuban Sandwich and fries that were equally..."

Andrew P.

"Being from Florida im very weary of tourist places. I normally look for mom and pop type of places to eat. This place is smack dab in the middle of..."

den izzy

The Clam Shack

85/100 (2044 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Outstanding seafood great service. If you want genuine New England seafood this place is for you. Fresh lobstah and king crab , absolutely delicious...."

Tom Gilbert

"Best seafood restaurant on Sanibel or Captiva. Wonderful menu of fresh seafood, clams steamed or fried, clams stuffed, best lobster roll outside..."

Alan Cohn

"The food at the Clam Shack was delicious. I had the clams in the lemon and wine sauce and they were divine, not to mention the bread. We sat outside..."

Ana Vazquez

"I can't say enough great things about this wonderful restaurant!! While visiting Sanibel, I was in search of some fresh live Maine Lobsters for pick..."

Maggie Noblitt Odena

"Our son discovered The Clam Shack last year when we were vacationing on Sanibel. It was immediately one of his favorite restaurants. It quickly..."

Anthony Westmoreland

"We love The Clam Shack! It's great having some seafood variety on the island to choose from. Everything we've tried has been delicious. Don't skip..."

Ann Neubauer

"Friendly staff and delicious food! A must! Everything coming out of the kitchen looked fabulous. We had fried clams, the lobster roll, and crab..."

Holly St Pierre-Johns

"We chose this resturant from good reviews on Trip Advisor and we were not dissapointed! I am from Cape Cod and was extremely pleased with the Ipswich..."

Laura Schmitz Holton

"The service AND the food are fantastic! The homemade onion rings are the best we've ever had, and all of us loved everything we got for dinner. The..."

Karen Padgett Russell

"This place is off the charts! Food is fresh and fabulous.... and customer service is the very best! The combination of food and service is why I..."

Georgeanne Loe Shawver

"The owner is very friendly. The prices are fair and the quality of the food is amazing. I would highly recommend making this place a stop while..."

Joshua Lawrence Dawson

"Great food, excellent atmosphere. I am down visiting from Rhose Island with my fiancé so we stopped in for lunch. It was nice seeing a little touch..."

Kevin Winn

"Really nice folks around this place delicious food, great staff. Feature several excellent local musicians. Got to have the rhubarb pie with ice..."

Bryan Huling

"Food was great!! Service was excellent! Gavin took very good care of my wife and I! One of the best places to eat on the..."

Tony Flynn

"Food here is spectacular! Tried the lobster roll (it was good, but I enjoyed the other menu items even more) with homemade onion rings (wow!) My..."

Vicki K.

"We drove by this place a few times and needed to give it a try! We tried a 1/2 pint of the clam strips, clam chowder, middle neck clams (clam shack..."

Yenma Herb

"Some of the best new England clam chowder I've ever had, and the fried clam strips were amazing. They have 3 dipping sauces: tarter, cocktail, and a..."

Bandrik

"As we biked along Periwinkle way, we stopped at this place to try out their food. We had the seafood special for two (which comes with two chowders..."

Joyce Y

"The clam shack is a very family friendly place. I did not think the clam strips were good because of the breading every one else liked it though ...."

Alex Merryman

"After finding this place on Instagram, we decided to try it during our vacation. The staff was very friendly and really knew the menu well. The food..."

April Febrey

"Lobster roll was 10/10 Fries were 3/10 Haddock Sandwich 8/10 Clam strips 9/10 Prices reasonable, food tasty, service fast and friendly. They even let..."

Rachel Iverson

"The food came out hot and fast. The whole lobster is really good and juicy. It was steaming hot and with butter. The fisherman's platter as seen in..."

Jenna B.

"Tried this place out after doing some shopping on the mainland. It was good, but boy was I regretting not getting the lobster roll. It looked..."

Jaime Worline

"Great place for seafood and drinks. Atmosphere was awesome and the server was informative and friendly. Definitely a Bostonian flare for those from..."

Daniel Grove

"Very lovely little place. Atmosphere is wonderful. Service was quick and friendly. Food was top notch. Best seafood I've had in a long..."

Jazmine Hoffeld

"Went in to dine at a later hour, I was relieved to not be inside and have it overcrowded, the waitress was awesome, friendly and helpful..the food..."

TF Farrow

"Casual seafood restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. I got the fish and chips, which were absolutely delicious. My boyfriend got the burger..."

Katie Boudreau

"In Sanibel for a baby shower and decided to get my nails done next door at Cape Nails when I stumbled on this lovely place. The service was..."

Danielle Bromell

"Awesome clams with unbelievable garlic bread to die for! We also enjoyed lobster roll and scallops roll! They should include garlic bread with..."

Slavica Kutlic

"This place is really neat. Excellent food and atmosphere. Really excellent Lobster Roll. A must visit if you're in the..."

Angela Cary

"The entire experience is about New England in Florida. The food is amazing. The service was outstanding. The atmosphere is unique. Astonishingly..."

Nanette Malcolm

"Great seafood in an easy to find location on the heart of Sanibel. Lobster roll was perfect, fresh and packed with lobster meat. Kids meals were some..."

Jason Camis

Tipsy Turtle Restaurant & Back Bar

85/100 (1272 ratings)

Blackened Shrimp and Cole Slaw

Grilled Chicken Salad

Jerk Shrimp Flatbread

Wheelchair Accessible

Non-smoking restaurants

Traders

85/100 (3037 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Table Service

Live Music

Wheelchair Accessible

Free off-street parking

"This is the best restaurant that we have tried at Sanibel/Captiva. It's very nice inside and quiet compared to the raucous sports bar vibe of many of..."

Linda Remaley Johns

"Traders, Traders, Traders....where do I start??? Traders is tucked into the palms on Periwinkle And packed with flavor! The menu features just..."

Cory Kross

"Delicious food and great quantity! Pricey but definitely worth the quality you get. We tried the specials tonight of lobster tail stuffed with..."

Stacey Buck Tabor

"Best dinner of our trip. We had the specials, Chilean Sea Bass and Crab Stuffed Shrimp. They were amazing. Also shared raw oysters and iur daughter..."

Carinne Leisey-Gulati

"This is a perfect place for special groups. If your family includes anyone that has challenges with stairs, if you might need to accompany your..."

Susan Ball

"Traders, and Chef Mike with his amazing taste are the best meal we had after a week on Sanibel/Captiva! Starting with fresh bread and herbed oil so..."

Michelle MacLeod Wardman

"Amazing place. Food and drinks are top notch. The staff is the best. We love Irma. She made us feel special every time we went..."

Steven Scalabrin

"Awesome..... appetizer, entrees, and dessert. Server was very knowledgeable and very friendly. Would recommend and would..."

Terri Tillett Anderson-Burke

"There is simply no better place to dine on Sanibel as far as we're..."

T.A. Niles

"Had a great meal and the service staff were exceptional. Would absolutely go..."

JosephandAnne Forester

"Wow AMAZING!!! The food was out of this world and the service was great. It is a spacious restaurant. Upper class food. Our whole group of 5 LOVED..."

Nicol Marie Ganz-Ruse

"My all time favorite place..The atmosphere..the hostesses that greet you...the waiters and waitresses are so friendy... Food is aways excellent and..."

June Park Plesh

"We were there in January. The food was "to die for" good. The staff was so friendly and helpful! Can't wait to get back there again. The Millers..."

Sharon Miller

"On our first trip to Sanibel Island we stopped at Traders for lunch. It was a fantastic experience from the time we sat down until we left after..."

Ralph Misener

"This is our family's favorite go to restaurant when we all want to get together for dinner. Always great food and service! Definitely need to try the..."

Jim Adams

"Pretty good food, not over the top great but a nice place to eat. The decor is fun and relaxed and the staff were nice and..."

Blair Wright

"We enjoyed a delicious dinner tonight, starting with the crab corn bisque. Our entrees were Sea Scallops with Lobster Ravioli and 1/2 rack Baby Back..."

Lisa Minch

"The food was outstanding! We tried every restaurant open on the island, and this place was the best! The food was so flavorful and cooked to..."

Cassandra Lape

"Good to find more restaurants open on Sanibel Island! Nice ambiance, good food. Our server was fantastic - fun and attentive! They have specials and..."

Valerie Nation

"Traders Restaurant is open and ready to serve. I did not try the food, but went in to the gift shop. The items are unique and beautiful. You will..."

B Lipka

"This is a very fine place to dine! The menu is good! Lots of fish! I tried the tuna which is listed as an appetizer with seaweed and vegetable slaw!..."

Joanne Krickovich

"Beautiful "Old Sanibel" dining! Very professional but they embrace you like family! The Chicken Picatta and Homemade bread were both..."

Ba rb

"We love this restaurant and have been coming here for years. We are so glad that they are back open. We dined here yesterday and the food was..."

T. Y.

"-Gotta say, I been trying to get a table here for years.. true story. I tried almost all of the restaurants on this island, and everytime I wanted..."

Nicholas Garber

"We held a Womens Luncheon here for 50 and it was great! Food was amazing. Mike worked with me to provide 4 different selections to choose from. All..."

Kristi Barefoot

"Hidden gem. Wanted to support local businesses on Sanibel so went for lunch. Portabello mushroom appetizer and salmon meal were excellent. Great..."

Jill jewell

"We liked this restaurant. Our server was really good. The food good too. Decent atmosphere. This was really more like a 4.5, but since that isn’t..."

Rob Gravis

"Service was wonderful. The food was delicious 😋 had an awesome time and the gift shop was beautiful ❤️. If you ever in Sanibel island, go and..."

Marilyn Mayea

"We had a lovely dinner at Traders. The picture of the fish was a special and was a split dish between two people, so it was smaller. The white..."

Lindy Geraets

"Great place! Loved the vaulted ceilings and open atmosphere. My friend and I went there for lunch. Great food and..."

Cailin Gudio

"Terrible day of rain on sanibel island. So much work still occurring to make the area transportation work again after the hurricane. Food was ok,..."

Craig Cumberland

"The food here is outstanding. We were very lucky to just get in without reservations there were just 2 of us. Make reservations. It is a very..."

Margaret Rickards

The Island Cow

85/100 (12267 ratings)

Cranky Carl's Catfish Reuben

Fish Taco

Crawfish

Fried Oysters and Scallops

Queen Elke's Surf 'N Turf

Fried Gulf Pink Shrimp

BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich

Maragita Coladas Daquiries

Frickles Fried Pickles

Wheelchair Accessible

"One of the most delicious welcoming cafes we have ever enjoyed! It made our trip to Sanibel memorable and we visited again and again! The food was..."

K G

"The Island cow was very busy! Our wait was short, our waitress "Julie" was amazing, the food came quickly and was served piping hot. The only meal..."

Wayne

"If you've eaten here you know straight up these portions are very large. The dishes were good, however the corn bread was amazing. I had to check the..."

David Madsion

"Wish we would have discovered this place sooner and wish we could give it more than 5 stars! This place is packed with awesome decor, ah-mazing food,..."

Aimee

"The Island Cow, what a fun place with such a great menu! I've been here several times & must say never disappointed. Food portions are generous and..."

Sharon Kunigus

"Great place to eat on the island!. Loved the name,decor and vibe! Had an awesome waiter. You get yummy moist muffins to start you off, while looking..."

Penny Wadley

"These are the BEST seafood Fajitas anywhere. They come to the table sizzling hot in the pan. It's a very busy place, so we haven't been here for..."

Jeanie Bond

"So glad we finally decided to stop here for dinner. Everything was amazing. The fried pickles (Frickles) were unbelievable. Not a single complaint..."

Kim C

"We love this place! Total island hangout. Bags and ring toss outside for fun. Plus a huge cage with a few big lizards in it to see. The food was..."

Paul Degen

"Such a cool place! The meals are LARGE and very filling, plus free sprinkle cupcakes! Definitely a family oriented place. Great outdoor seating..."

Ally Burg

"Absolutely loved this place!! The food was amazing as well as the atmosphere, large variety of choices .I appreciated the pricing since I wanted a..."

Melissa Lipinski

"Omg! This was the best food we’ve had on our trip! I had the hey that paella and it was phenomenal! I typically wouldn’t order something like..."

Michael

"Had breakfast here...... It's amazing! Edit.... Back again. Had lunch this time and it was still great. Shrimp n grits didn't disappoint.... Lt Dan..."

Christopher Domingue

"Our families first visit to the island and area. Such a great experience at The Island Cow! Service was amazing, we had the best waiter that I have..."

Yahzee

"What a great place 5 Stars ⭐️. The staff is awesome and so friendly. We stared out with their nacho plate as an appetizer, O’ my gosh is was..."

Scott Keeney

"Good drinks! We ordered seafood tacos, bacon burger, clam chowder, blackened salmon gumbo, and fried shrimp. Gumbo was too salty but had good..."

Monica Way

"Great food in a casual island atmosphere. Pleasant staff and fair prices (surprisingly given the location). The Grouper Oscar and the Paella were..."

Lloyd Wells

"Good food at the island cow. Great service. 6 different people and 6 meals. A couple were come again meals while others we try something else next..."

Ted Smith

Thistle Lodge Restaurant

85/100 (2726 ratings)

Grilled Filet Mignon and Lobster Tail

Crab

Lamb

Blackened Yellowtail Snapper

Pistachio Encrusted Salmon

Mahi Mahi Chef's Special

Jamaican Shrimp and Filet Mignon

Chicken Alfredo Pasta

Creamy Lobster Bisque

Fried Calamari & Shrimp

Wheelchair Accessible

"What a lovely & elegant dinner we enjoyed at the scenic Thistle Lodge Beachfront Restaurant at the Casa Ybel Resort on Sanibel Island! From the..."

Diana Nusbaum

"The service was wonderful. The food was delicious. We had the red Snapper special, chicken fettuccine, the beach salad and the ceasar, and shared a..."

christine kundick

"Absolutely delicious 5 star. Jennifer was exceptional. Thinking of just coming back to Sanibel to visit and have dinner. It would be worth the 2.5..."

Lisa Sands

"Always an amazing meal with a fantastic poolside atmosphere. We are getting married here in December we are very happy that we chose the resort. We..."

Jeffrey S

"A true resort dinning experience! The staff were extremely welcoming and helpful. The decor lends to the Island feel, and sitting outside you can..."

Matthew McHooven

"Best scallops I ate in my life! The lamb was also outstanding. The view from our table was beautiful. It’s not cheap but it’s so worth! About the..."

Fer Weth

"Our table had a view of the pool and the water. It was not busy yet when we went at 5:45 and we enjoyed that. Only one other seated table near us...."

Mary Hines

"The location of this restaurant was quite amazing! For a nice dining experience we were very pleased. Marco took great care of us and recommended..."

Shelley Gentry

"Had a wonderfully relaxing dinner here our last night on the island. We sat outside where you can see the pool and ocean. It’s covered with fans so..."

Hoyt Phillips

"We were on a delayed anniversary trip, and they helped us celebrate! There was a magnificent ocean view table and a card as well as great food and..."

barb c

"Our visit was for brunch and we were a party of 6. We were seated in what was referred to as the gazebo but it wasn’t where our friends thought we..."

Dottie Guerrasio

"Most exquisite restaurant on Sansibel Island. Thistle Lodge Beachfront Restaurant is fine dining, literally on the beach. Impressive, artfully..."

Rene D. Rodriguez

"We came here for our 4-year wedding anniversary ❤ from Maryland. The experience was incredible. We had a reservation and called that we were..."

Christina Holness

"Cozy spot. From Valet at parking. The food, service, and the view. Vthe fish fry was so fresh. We at the tiki bar saw an amazing view. Went..."

BlackDiamond Denunzio

"By far the best Yukon gold potatoes and the best ribeye steak I have ever had in my entire life my wife had the filet mignon and it was to die for...."

Gregg Rosales

"Found this place on OpenTable as a last minute dinner reservation and really am glad we “happened” upon it. Amazing food, let me repeat..amazing..."

Jeff F

"Thistle Lodge was a really nice dinner for my wife and I. Pretty fancy, and expensive which you should know going in. We both had seafood, which..."

Mike Medved

"Located on a resort, but open to the public. 4½ stars overall — the service was top notch; the wait staff was helpful, attentive, &..."

Jason Zehnder

"We visited Thistle on our 10 year wedding Anniversary for lunch. Staff was so nice. They greeted us with a nice hand written card. Our server Nicole..."

Christopher Sanchez

Cielo

85/100 (3278 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Live Music

Seating

Table Service

Wheelchair Accessible

Free off-street parking

"Visited from Miami with my Fiancé. We had a wonderful evening; the atmosphere and food was great. We got the Filet and Pappardelle Margarita with..."

Monica Colon

"I live on the east coast of Florida, but every time I visit the west coast I immediately book a reservation here. It is my favorite dinner restaurant..."

Jennifer Mckee

"It was a slow Wednesday lunchtime in June when we visited Cielo. The drinks were beautiful (see pics) and deliciously made. I had the fried fish..."

Tr1sh

"We had an incredible dinner at Cielo and were even able to watch the sunset from the table inside. Our server was extremely friendly and attentive..."

Sydney Ferguson

"Loved the piano player! He was awesome and it added so much fun to dinner. Also, they have a great vegan dish. Not something that can be made vegan..."

Cassie Brown

"We ate at Cielo for a birthday and had a memorable experience! The pianist came right over to wish my boyfriend a happy birthday and offered to play..."

M B

"I rarely give a full five stars but you can't get better than Cielo! Sanibel Island is certainly bruised post hurricane Ian but gradually making its..."

Johnny P

"This is our first experience here and it was excellent. Service was first class, the menu had some great choices and the food was terrific. Nice..."

Mark Coleman

"The decor is welcoming right down to the baby grand piano and Live entertainment! The attention to details and artistry with the dishes are..."

HawaiiBobsGardenArt

"Absolutely wonderful dinner. A new favorite. Love the aesthetic and ambience of this restaurant. Our server Carlos was fantastic. The..."

Marija Pientka

Rosie's Cafe & Grill

85/100 (1170 ratings)

Free off-street parking

Wheelchair Accessible

"***HANDS DOWN*** The single best breakfast I have ever had. The Sausage Gravy with home style biscuits was incredible. The pineapple upside down..."

Bradford Smith

"Breakfast was great. They actually know how to cook grits correctly! Finding that skill absent in restaurants lately. Great service. LOVED hand..."

Lucie Studwell

"My wife and I were driving around looking for a restaurant with outside seating and not crowded, and came to Rosie's. It is a hidden gem. Rosie's was..."

Miller Krauss

"Stopped in for lunch after a morning of shelling. The staff were supper friendly and attentive. We were seated right away and our food came out..."

Aimee

"Our first visit to Rosie's and it definitely won't be our last. Lovely relaxed atmosphere, lovely smiley staff and our food was delicious. The..."

Rachel Oliver

"We enjoyed the breakfast so much we returned for lunch. Great staff and very personal!!! The breakfast was fantastic. But the lunch was just as..."

Paul Gabel

"Ate here with a group of six, and everything we got was great. The outdoor area is charming, and maybe best of all the family who owns it is super..."

Eric Barton

"My burger was great! Fries were freshly made and delicious. The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars is because of the booths. The guy at the table..."

Jake Leach

"OMYHEAVENS!!!!! Their home made onion rings are the best!!!!. Menu is breakfast and lunch. Wonderful well priced menu. Lovely wait staff. Will go..."

Eva Eva

"Wonderful island Cafe tucked in a quiet strip mall. We have breakfast outdoors and it is fresh and..."

John Kelly

"OMG this place is a gem !!! We just had the best pancakes in our lives !!! The carmelized pineapple and banana pancakes are phenomenal. With no..."

Bill Casey

"Best breakfast I have ever had in my life. No joke. Awesome staff and very clean..."

Sooper Dave

"Loved our brunch at Rosie’s! Friendly and efficient waitstaff and delicious..."

Carole Vandenberg

"Great place to have breakfast when visiting Sanibel Island. The food was great. I will definitely visit..."

Bill Rulo

"When I last visited Sanibel, we were hungry for a good breakfast, well we went the 1st time ordering the Egg Benedict, with hashbrowns and I loved..."

TF Farrow

"The Best Breakfast , awesome atmosphere, the staff is always very friendly . The owners are always there + very friendly. I love it..."

Michael Wrenn

"This is a wonderful restaurant! Starting off, the staff was excellent! Everyone was so sweet to us. And the food was great to! I got a crunchy French..."

Audrey Edwards

Sweet Melissa's Cafe

84/100 (1827 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Table Service

Live Music

Wheelchair Accessible

Serves Alcohol

Accepts Discover

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

"Delicious! A super nice place to have a romantic dinner. The outdoor seating ambiance is really nice, and live music really adds to the charm of this..."

Karim Poonawala

"Excellent place for dinner, which is why we went. I had the best tenderloin I have ever had, paired with some cooked spinach and garlic mashed..."

Zach Richard

"Very delicious and unique dishes, french inspired. The set menus for holidays like New Year's are an extra special treat. Hearing Melissa communicate..."

T. Claessens

"Marvelous!! Fish stew is common food. You can find it up and down the coasts and throughout the islands. Fresh ingredients, good seafood, etc. And..."

John Haugner Jr

"It's not often that you find a restaurant while traveling that you love so much you go back for a second time! Melissa's restaurant is not your..."

Felicia Grant (Certified Medium)

"I enjoy the food here so much I can’t deduct a single star. From the salads, to the cheese plate to our main courses, absolutely everything was..."

Elizabeth Orbison

"Dinner, service ambiance fabulous. Hannah was efficient and very nice. Really enjoyed the octopus appetizer. It was tender and delicious. The scallop..."

Sharon Pyes

"Warm, friendly atmosphere, accommodating service, well made drinks, fresh creative food. My husband had the duck; very good! I had to try the award..."

MelAnnie Diaz-Murtha

"If you're looking for elevated dinning without a cookie-cutter menu this is the..."

Kyle Mclaughlin

"DON’T MISS THIS RESTAURANT! Very simply, this was one of the finest meals we have ever had. The atmosphere is charming and the service was..."

Mark Groesbeck

"We had a fabulous dinner at Sweet Melissa's. It was our first time, we arrived on the later side so no tables were available but we sat at the bar..."

J K (JK)

"One of my favorite restaurants on Sanibel. It is a bit pricey relative to other places on the island, but the quality is good. Every time I've eaten..."

Andrew Nichols

"Lovely place to host our small birthday dinner. The food was delicious, service superb, and the atmosphere was exactly what you'd expect from..."

Brooke Barrett

"Nice place, excellent food and attention. Marc, the waiter was helpful and very kind. The prices were also very..."

Julio Mongelli

"The best dining experience I’ve had in a long time. Each course had pleasant surprises & interesting twists. You can tell this is a kitchen that..."

Dr Victoria Rinando

Schnapper's Hots

84/100 (1611 ratings)

Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Chicken Sandwich

Chicken Tenders and Fries

Foot-Long Chicago Dog

Beef

Buffalo Wings and Italian Sausage Sandwich

Fish Fry

Wings

Polish Kielbasa the Lewinski

Chili

Hot Dog

Chilli Dog with Onion Rings

Almond Amarretto Banana

Accepts American Express

Accepts Discover

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"Unfortunately hurricane Ian tore this place up and it’s currently closed. I pray that they’re able to reopen because this place is such a hidden..."

Ashley Smith

"The food was delicious. Chili dog, Cheeseburger, onion rings and fries were all fabulous. Super fast service, clean, cute atmosphere. Definitely..."

Kim C

"Good hamburgers, awesome grouper sandwich and the best onion rings on the island so far! Food is fresh and hot. Very clean inside. Toasted coconut..."

Lucie Studwell

"Great Food,,, everything is Gourmet level simple food. Loved the BLT, The Wings are crispy, Juicy and HUGE!!. Onion Rings were crispy and perfect...."

Schmoo Smith

"I saw the reviews that kept saying the fries are great, and I'm happy to report the fries did not disappoint. They are so delicious!!! I wish they..."

Katie Boudreau

"Great fries and food! The place looks really cool too, love the sign and decor. Its a little cramped inside, but they have some counters to eat on..."

Charles Betancourt

"The BEST hotdogs I've ever had! After coming to the area for ages we finally decided to try Schnappers. I was surprised at the choices on the menu (I..."

Michelle Whitcomb

"Never stoped here for 15 years. Then they put one in Naples. Ate there weekly then it closed suddenly. Why? Decided that I would trek to Sanibel on..."

Vespa Geek

"I had been searching unsuccessfully for great burgers and dogs since I moved to SW Florida from North Carolina two years ago. After trying dozens of..."

Christopher McDaniel

"What a delightful place to stop and have a quick and delish bite on Sanibel Island,Florida located on Periwinkle. An assortment of American favorites..."

tina eaves

"Hot dogs were delish. Good snap and nice bit of char. French fries were on point as well! Ate outside under shady umbrellas and didn't feel out of..."

Matthew Bennett

"Waited for about 30 minutes from line to order, to pickup at the counter. It was worth the wait. Update: I went back again and had the Chicago Dog,..."

David Sadowski

"Good service and large portions. Good fish, good fries, good ice cream - all the major food..."

Chip Edwards

"Tried one of their burgers....tasted like a fresh homemade style burger. Sooo good!!! Also, their fries are done perfectly with a nice crunch on the..."

Jared Gibby

"We ALWAYS love Scnapper's Hots on a Sanibel visit!! We brought our granddaughter and three twenty-something guests to the island, and Schnapper's..."

Fred Dissmeyer

"Best restaurant to come to Sanibel in the last 20 years. No trip is complete without a visit here. Get either the burger or their famous hotdog. ..."

Matthew Gold

"Hot dogs really hit the spot! I recommend asking them to toast the buns. They also have a great selection of creamy ice cream flavors to top off the..."

Herveen Singh

Timbers Restaurant And Fish Market

84/100 (3192 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Table Service

Wheelchair Accessible

"The food was delicious. We had the petite fillet, cooked to perfect, tasted amazing. The crunchy shrimp, scallops, and grouper platter, another great..."

christine kundick

"Excellent service and great variety of food. Our whole family loved it so much we went back the next evening as well and we were lucky enough to get..."

C Yager

"Some of my family was vacationing on Sanibel over Easter, so I went to visit them for the day and we finished with dinner here. My aunt chose the..."

Raegan Linster

"I’m never disappointed with the food and service at Timbers on Sanibel Island, FL. I had the Bang Bank shrimp appetizer and the Seafood Sampler,..."

Fred Doulton

"I've been coming to Timbers year after year since I can remember. The service is always great and the food is always fresh. Oysters Romanoff and..."

Finn M (Tiny Bear)

"10 stars if I could! We had a fantastic date night at Timber’s of Sanibel! Our server, Thomas, recommended the pink starburst cocktail (it was..."

Tori Grable

"This place is amazing always so fun and Freaky flavorful. The food is beyond words they have great drinks the salmon is..."

Adam Vrana

"Food was fresh and delicious! Our server was on top of everything, bringing fresh drinks etc quickly. Boiled shrimp were tender and sweet. Fried..."

Kimberly R

"Traditions on the Beach was closed during our stay at Island Inn in September, 2019. However the Inn prepared a comprehensive list of highly..."

Bear Pollard

"One of our "go to" restaurants while we're on Sanibel. Nice relaxed vibe, good drinks, oyster bar, very fresh fish. Friendly staff. Earlybird dinner..."

John Haugner Jr

"When you want the best seafood on Sanibel, you come to Timbers. We're never disappointed here, whether we dine in or grab something from the fish..."

Mike McCormick

"It was so good. Our server Joe was super helpful. I'm glad he explained the menu like he did, And directed me how to get and eat the stone crab..."

Wendy pogo

"The food experience was amazing. The mussels in a tomato, onion type sauce was out of bounds. The seafood Cioppino well simply amazing in a saffron..."

Tim Duby

"Absolutely delicious! Beautiful atmosphere and our server Jinny was beyond attentive. The best Oysters Rockefeller I've ever had and the scallops..."

Rhalina Ramon

"Everything we ordered was delicious. Service was very fast. We really enjoyed this..."

Dani Basora

"Talk about an amazing find! If you love fresh market fish dishes, then Timbers is the place to go to. There is also a bar & grill attached seperate..."

Jeffrey Wagner

"The hotel we stayed at recommend this place and it will not disappoint you. I had the sea food sampler with shrimp, scallops and grouper. Was very..."

Brad Mateer

"We had a very good experience here. Good food, good servic, nice decor. Dont see anything bad that need to be done at this..."

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