Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille
Seafood Restaurant$$$$
Sanibel Island
"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, 2014Order 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 Feb 9- Faith SpinoApril 10, 2015The 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!Upvoted 4 weeks ago
StephanSJune 11, 2016Had the Quinoa salad with shrimp. Fantastic and a must to have. Generous portion and great flavor.
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!
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, 2017Loved 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.
Christopher LongJanuary 5, 2015The 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, 2017Known for their Yucatán shrimp in various forms... for good reason. And the mojitos are quite good for not being made in Havana.
Joe SalomeJuly 22, 2013Grab 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.
Lloyd MurphyJuly 20, 2013Everything 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!
Mark BauerSeptember 24, 2020As 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!
Danny OosterveerJuly 9, 2016Very nice, great food. Good atmosphere, the rum made us feel like a pirate. Jim was great!
Holly AMay 1, 2013Try 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!
- Joe SalomeJuly 22, 2013Must get the: Yucatan Shrimp: Steamed shrimp in a dressing of real butter, mild colombian chilies, fresh cilantro and key lime juice.
- I love the Dinkins Bay Boil for the shrimp. It’s Old Bay and butter. Ask for extra bread for dipping.
AnnieMay 4, 2014Fish sandwich is the best here. Great clam chowder. Tuna app was yummy. Don't recommend hurricane Allie rum drink--too sweet.
Cole SmithMay 23, 2018A favorite of the island. There are so many great options, but the shrimp tacos might be my favorite!- The shrimp and grits were very good. They also have several craft beers on tap.
Ilana YokelJanuary 5, 2013Large, delicious servings. Don't expect to walk out without a box! I highly recommend the Dark and Stormy.
Connie KnappFebruary 26, 2016The fish tacos were terrific and we also enjoyed the selection of local beers.
Joe BernsteinMay 11, 2013Yucatan shrimp were legendary! Authentic, quality restaurant. May need bug spray if eating outdoors.
Laura PopeJune 24, 2015Waitress 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.- Brent LeoneApril 6, 2012Grilled caribbean jerked mahi mahi sandwich is great. Grouper is good. Seared tuna is good...god food overall
Peggy BendelJune 11, 2014The chicken tortilla soup was yummy, and the grouper was a good dish to split with my dining companion.- Brian NorthropFebruary 14, 2014If you love Snapper, you gotta try the banana leaf snapper entree! It's excellent!!! :)
Kit PummerApril 29, 2019Saw the review for Shrimp and a Mojito. It was an experience! Want to go back!
Jim GagnonDecember 27, 2014Food 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
Jenna LacovaraDecember 27, 2012Had Yucatan shrimp, crab cakes, and the fish sandwich -- all delicious.
Brigette K.August 6, 2014Clam Chowder was too thick. My cedar plank salmon was okay. Steak and the mahi mahi with rice were much better choices
Frank RimalovskiJanuary 7, 2012Weak 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
Sanibel's Local Sports Bar. Enjoy a beer and the yucatan shrimp.
Kristina AllenApril 2, 2011Veggie burger and sweet potato fries are a must for vegetarians. So good!
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"Their bakery is fantastic. Their fish monger is quite knowledgeable. They have a gift shop and hardware store too. One stop shopping!"
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Taylor Horen - 7.7
"Their cinnamon swirl bread is delicious. We always make sure to grab a few loafs while on our annual Sanibel vacation. The grocery prices are a little high but thats to be expected. Always clean too"
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