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Backwater's On Sand Key

Backwater's On Sand Key

Seafood Restaurant and American Restaurant$$$$
Sand Key, Clearwater
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8.2/10
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    Debbie S.
    "Best lobster bisque EVER."(3 Tips)
    James B.
    "Great drink happy hour"(4 Tips)
    Jackie D.
    "... is awesome! Sweet potatoe fries are excellent and steak is cooked exactly..."(3 Tips)
    Yvonne
    "I had a crab cake sammie this time and it was amazing!"(3 Tips)
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  • Samantha W.
    Samantha WoodMarch 17, 2019
    If the weather is nice, be sure to get a table outside for an amazing view! They have daily happy hours and cocktail specials. Get the Ribeye steak and ask for it butter blackened. It's amazing!
  • Cyndee H.
    Cyndee HaydonJuly 6, 2014
    A favorite among Sand Key locals since they can walk there. It's not cheap however they do have earlybird pricing and be sure to make reservations - been there at 4:30 before & were booked solid
  • Claire L.heart icon on user image
    Claire LuhmanMarch 31, 2018
    The fried coconut shrimp and the grouper nuggets are amazing and the staff is super kind and friendly.
  • Steve V.heart icon on user image
    Steve VanKirkFebruary 29
    Blackened salmon, lobster rolls, chicken Parmesan sandwich. Good atmosphere, complementary valet services. We'll be back.
  • Jim F.
    Jim ForteApril 20, 2013
    Great deck area over the water. Reasonable food and good value. The bacon wrapped scallops were well executed but some unnecessary extra spice was added. Fries should be from fresh potatoes.
  • Cindy H.
    Cindy HummerJuly 14, 2015
    Love the food, but parking is very limited. I have a great waterfront table and am enjoying a glass of wine while my sweet husband is driving around trying to park.
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    Paul FDecember 16, 2013
    French onion soup was great. Lobster egg roll was huge (enough for 2). The bacon wrapped scallops were way too salty/seasoned - ask them to go light on it if ordering.
  • Mike J.heart icon on user image
    Mike JohnsonOctober 16, 2019
    The lobster bisque was great as was the NewYork Strip steak. Looking forward to my next visit v
  • Yvonneheart icon on user image
    YvonneJuly 19, 2018
    Never disappoints. I had a crab cake sammie this time and it was amazing!
  • Dustin H.
    Dustin HartzlerJuly 22, 2012
    Get the blackened Mahi Mahi with the Mango Haberano sauce and sweet potato fries (small up charge). You will not be disappointed!
  • James B.heart icon on user image
    James BlissJanuary 27, 2016
    Great drink happy hour, great food, good people what else do you need?
  • Justin L.heart icon on user image
    Justin LisenbyMarch 26, 2019
    Awesome seafood and steak. Great happy hour specials.
  • John B.heart icon on user image
    John BryanFebruary 22, 2022
    Been here 25+ times
    Excellent French onion soup and fried captains platter.
  • Chris G.heart icon on user image
    Chris GöbelSeptember 28, 2018
    Try the seafood tini salad!
  • Vernon B.heart icon on user image
    Vernon BeckstromJuly 6, 2016
    Margarita Seafood Pasta and Fish Tacos
  • Monica W.heart icon on user image
    Monica WilsonNovember 28, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Entertaining staff. Great food options.
  • Jim M.heart icon on user image
    Jim MuldoonAugust 9, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    The burgers are amazing. Just do it
  • John B.heart icon on user image
    John BryanApril 5, 2018
    Been here 25+ times
    Loved the sloppy shrimp sandwich
  • John B.heart icon on user image
    John BryanOctober 30, 2022
    Been here 25+ times
    Very disappointing tonight. French onion soup 6 out of 10. Ribeye was awful. First one over cooked and gristly. Second one was cooked better but still gristly. Tons of fat. Just bad cuts of meat.
  • Jackie D.
    Jackie DiCoccoJune 13, 2010
    House dressing (pomegranate vinagrette) is awesome! Sweet potatoe fries are excellent and steak is cooked exactly as ordered
  • Cheyenne B.heart icon on user image
    Cheyenne BrooksJuly 19, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Best crab cakes in Clearwater area.
  • Melissa S.heart icon on user image
    Melissa SummersOctober 3, 2016
    Great drinks
  • Bruce B.
    Bruce BurkeDecember 30, 2013
    Good food - I had the tugboat burger ...
  • Clint M.
    Clint McCollumFebruary 12, 2019
    After 20 minutes of being seated, not a single person came to great us, let alone take our drink or food order. Manager was pretty indifferent to our issue.
  • Jonte B.
    Jonte BuggsOctober 8, 2011
    Seafood is to die for. Well the sea food dying is what I mean.
  • Jennifer L.
    Jennifer LoaderJune 20, 2010
    Sweet potato fries rock! Blackeneed mahi was very good. So was crab stuffed tilapia. Great ambience!
  • Zena W.
    Zena WeistMarch 21, 2013
    Ask for Heather! She rocks!
  • Rick G.
    Rick GatleyDecember 29, 2012
    Excellent food and great service.
  • Renea B.
    Great staff! See Helen at the bar.
  • Heidi L.
    Heidi LyonsJanuary 14, 2012
    Very nice staff. Chocolate cake is amazing.
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    BobSeptember 22, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    1/2 price apps happy hour & prime rib.
  • Jeff H.
    Jeff H.January 26, 2013
    Beautiful view
  • Mark S.
    Mark SundtJune 19, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Where the locals hang out..
  • Mina B.
    Mina BoutsomsiFebruary 26, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    I hope I get the job!!!
  • Debbie S.
    Debbie SlentzMarch 11, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Best lobster bisque EVER.
  • Roberta M.heart icon on user image
    Roberta MigneaultApril 20, 2017
    Been here 25+ times
    Lobster bisque and tuna salad.
  • Ninoska R.heart icon on user image
    Ninoska RodriguezJune 9, 2014
    Excelente la comida! Excelente atención al cliente!
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