The Sandbar
Seafood Restaurant and American Restaurant$$$$
Sanibel
"Highly recommended for crab bisque, Boom Boom Shrimp, Oysters."(4 Tips)
"Try the ribs, boom boom shrimp, and coconut shrimp!"(2 Tips)
"I came here for the oysters and was not disappointed."(2 Tips)
"Crab cakes are so good here."(3 Tips)
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Kirsta NAugust 14, 2013Came here 2x for dinner during our 5 day stay in Sanibel! Blackened salmon is so good! When we visited, they had a salmon picatta special w/ mushroom risotto that was amazing. Service was on point!
Christopher LongJanuary 1, 2015Highly recommended for crab bisque, Boom Boom Shrimp, Oysters. The Coconut Scallops are good if you like a very sweet sauce w/ your scallops. Crab stuffed shrimp was uninspired. Very friendly staff.- Nathan WrightJune 11, 2019This is a charming little restaurant off the beaten path on Sanibel. I came here for the oysters and was not disappointed. (Note: Happy hour only extends to customers at the bar and high-top tables.)
- Back again! This place is FANTASTIC!! Boom boom shrimp, ribs, and seafood combo platters are family favorites!
Charles ThomasApril 19, 2013Great food good service. Came for lunch without reading anything about the place. Thoroughly enjoyed it! Grouper Ruben was innovative and tasty.
Valerie MNovember 24, 2013Great service and awesome food. The grouper was to die for!! Even the homemade bread is fantastic. And go for the clam bisque..yum!!- Just as amazing as last year! Try the ribs, boom boom shrimp, and coconut shrimp! BEST food on the islands!
Janet WilsonAugust 1, 2015I really wanted to like this place. I try to keep local businesses on top of my list. I had coconut shrimp. It was covered in white chocolate and raspberry sauce. Did not work.- Service was great! Ask for Chris or Brian! The boom boom shrimp was amazing! Def coming back for dinner!
The SandbarJuly 1, 2013Better to be eating the Macadamia Grouper than having a 30 minute wait in the lounge. The Sandbar takes reservations for parties of 1 to 70. (239) 472-0305
Mark ClackMarch 27, 2013Excellent service by our female server - issues over wine - didn't want to exchange (customer always wrong) from condescending manager. Worst acoustics ever. Too many hard surfaces. Food okay.
Cole SmithMay 23, 2018Not great. When I was here, the live band was overwhelmingly loud and the food was just decent.
Lorilyn CooperJuly 8, 2015Food was low quality poorly prepared, worst meal, cheap food covered in sauces to hide the taste.
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Since opening on January 9, 2013, The Sandbar has quickly become known for its incredibly fresh seafood and quite possibly the best steaks on the islands.
Closed until 4:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 4:00 PM–9:00 PM
(239) 472-0305
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Dinner
Drinks
Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 8.7
"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."
Ed Bachelder - 8.0
"Great seafood, all New England style. Rather inexpensive compared to other seafood restaurants on the island."
Nicolas Pratt - 7.2
"A must try: Crunchy Grouper &Shrimp Combo! My very favorite"
Diane C.
