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Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille

Seafood Restaurant$$$$

Sanibel Island

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8.7^/10

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"We had great fish tacos and the Yucatan shrimp is SO good."(11 Tips)
"Grilled caribbean jerked mahi mahi sandwich is great."(6 Tips)
"Perfection: a mojito & an order of the Yucatan shrimp"(12 Tips)
"If you love Snapper, you gotta try the banana leaf snapper entree!"(2 Tips)

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Ed BachelderNovember 14, 2014
Order the Shrimp and Grits, but ask for it with the Yucatan Sauce. The best! Also like the Carribean Jerk tostados - so fresh and light. Have been coming here for 11 yesrs. Rarely disappointed.
Upvoted Oct 19
Faith SpinoApril 10, 2015
The seafood at Doc Ford's is delish. We had great fish tacos and the Yucatan shrimp is SO good. They have an excellent key lime pie as well. Good ambiance, good food, Island staple. It's a must!
StephanSJune 11, 2016
Had the Quinoa salad with shrimp. Fantastic and a must to have. Generous portion and great flavor.
Janet WilsonJune 25, 2014
Been here 10+ times
I love the Dinkin's Bay Boil shrimp. I order extra sauce to sop it up. My dad always gets the ribs and they are great too. Go early, place gets busy - even in the off-season. A winner!
Mark BauerSeptember 24, 2020
As we were finishing our after dinner drinks, I saw the bus person clean the nearest table. That dude totally eradicated any possible source of Covid. Best cleaning procedure ever!
Christopher LongJanuary 5, 2015
The oysters were hit & miss, some plump & flavorful, others minuscule. To talk of other things: the Yucatan Shrimp tacos were good, as was the buffalo shrimp app. Try the Mount Gay Black Barrel rum.
Nico FrananoJune 13, 2017
Known for their Yucatán shrimp in various forms... for good reason. And the mojitos are quite good for not being made in Havana.
Sanibel SamOctober 28, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Talk to your waiter if you don't think your meal is great. They really want you to enjoy it. Over 30 meals here, they only had to redo 1. Then , 30 perfect meals.
elizabeth johnsonJuly 17, 2017
Loved the mussels and the atmosphere. Awesome service for an unexpected party of 17. Handled it gracefully, and I will be recommending Doc's to my friends headed to Sanibel.
Joe SalomeJuly 22, 2013
Grab a glass of fine rum and Roasted Half-Chicken with a Cuban Chimichurri Sauce. Slow roasted chicken served over a potato hash with onions, mildest amazon peppers and panama-style chorizo sauce.
Danny OosterveerJuly 9, 2016
Very nice, great food. Good atmosphere, the rum made us feel like a pirate. Jim was great!
Lloyd MurphyJuly 20, 2013
Everything was excellent. I've read everything Randy Wayne White has written in the last 15 years, so "Doc Ford" is like an old friend. If only his popularity had not ramped up the crowds!
NikNak BarAugust 4, 2018
Great ambiance and friendly staff. You have to try the Yucatan shrimp!!
Holly AMay 1, 2013
Try the Cedar Plank Salmon - Freshly Cut Salmon Filet Topped With A Mango Chipotle Glaze, Served With Au Gratin Potatoes, Wilted Spinach And Caramelized Mushrooms - WOW!
Janet WilsonApril 2, 2018
Been here 10+ times
I love the Dinkins Bay Boil for the shrimp. It’s Old Bay and butter. Ask for extra bread for dipping.
Joe SalomeJuly 22, 2013
Must get the: Yucatan Shrimp: Steamed shrimp in a dressing of real butter, mild colombian chilies, fresh cilantro and key lime juice.
Cole SmithMay 23, 2018
A favorite of the island. There are so many great options, but the shrimp tacos might be my favorite!
AnnieMay 4, 2014
Fish sandwich is the best here. Great clam chowder. Tuna app was yummy. Don't recommend hurricane Allie rum drink--too sweet.
Rick FoxFebruary 3, 2017
Been here 5+ times
The shrimp and grits were very good. They also have several craft beers on tap.
Connie KnappFebruary 26, 2016
The fish tacos were terrific and we also enjoyed the selection of local beers.
Peggy BendelJune 11, 2014
The chicken tortilla soup was yummy, and the grouper was a good dish to split with my dining companion.
Ilana YokelJanuary 5, 2013
Large, delicious servings. Don't expect to walk out without a box! I highly recommend the Dark and Stormy.
Kit PummerApril 29, 2019
Saw the review for Shrimp and a Mojito. It was an experience! Want to go back!
Brian NorthropFebruary 14, 2014
If you love Snapper, you gotta try the banana leaf snapper entree! It's excellent!!! :)
Joe BernsteinMay 11, 2013
Yucatan shrimp were legendary! Authentic, quality restaurant. May need bug spray if eating outdoors.
Brent LeoneApril 6, 2012
Grilled caribbean jerked mahi mahi sandwich is great. Grouper is good. Seared tuna is good...god food overall
Sonia QuinonesAugust 20, 2018
Food is really good. The new location is nice.
Jenna LacovaraDecember 27, 2012
Had Yucatan shrimp, crab cakes, and the fish sandwich -- all delicious.
Natasha S.March 8, 2014
Perfection: a mojito & an order of the Yucatan shrimp
Parke LaddJune 15, 2013
Crab cake appetizer is amazing. Mojitos and specialty drinks are excellent.
Laura PopeJune 24, 2015
Waitress was rude. Mango Mojitos were good but skimpy on the alcohol. The Yucatan shrimp tacos were delicious, but only 2 tacos and rice and beans for $15?! Insane.
Yuwei YuanNovember 19, 2013
Fish tacos Yucatan shrimp were the bombs. Def hit the spot.
Gerd SchwebiusAugust 12, 2019
The service was great and the food very delicious.
Andrew GriesemerMarch 4, 2015
Service was on point. Blackened grouper sammich is bomb dot com
Ruby GeorgeOctober 11, 2013
Great steamed mussels.. lots if bread to sop up all the great sauce!!!
Christopher PowisMay 11, 2015
The Snapper steamed in a banana leaf is delicious.
Brigette K.August 6, 2014
Clam Chowder was too thick. My cedar plank salmon was okay. Steak and the mahi mahi with rice were much better choices
Jim GagnonDecember 27, 2014
Food was decent, we liked the Yucatan shrimp like everyone else but we also enjoyed the BBQ sauce on the ribs. What ruined the experience for us was that our food was served cold
Ryan StonerOctober 29, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Sanibel's Local Sports Bar. Enjoy a beer and the yucatan shrimp.
Sanibel SamOctober 28, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Paella is great. Try the 3 sauces on the table.
Antonio C MartellettoNovember 28, 2019
The place and the servers and pretty nice
Sherri CoxApril 30, 2014
Great shirts and cool Mojito glasses to purchase!
Ruby GeorgeOctober 11, 2013
Get the mussels and bread to sop u p all the great sauce!!!
Karen KirkpatrickJanuary 11, 2013
Fantastic fish tacos! Large chunks of real fish yummo
Nancy NygrenJanuary 22, 2014
Great atmosphere & really nice to eat outdoors
Jenn Hertzig StonerJuly 8, 2019
Been here 5+ times
Yukatan shrimp are the BEST!
Janet WilsonJune 4, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Great rum drinks, of course!
Frank RimalovskiJanuary 7, 2012
Weak drinks but great stone crab claws. Skip the standard mustard sauce and ask for extra yucatan sauce. (3 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Carlo SantosMay 20, 2016
Nachos were excellent!!!
Sanibel SamOctober 28, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Steak sandwich is very good & very different.

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