We arrived at our reservation time on Father's Day and were immediately seated at a window table as…read morerequested- we were not promised this but so happy we got a seat by the window to look at the beautiful water view. We were approached right away and drink order taken. Waitress explained they had a "shared" serving system. Drinks came soon and then app order was taken. And then literally nothing for almost half an hour. We had to flag down another waitress to take our order. Then we waited another half an hour. The food was good. The apps we got for our meal (Bang Bang Shrimp) portions were huge. The blackened Mahi fish tacos were good--I liked the planks of fish on top and the choice of pico de gallo or mango salsa. All in all a positive experience but I guess due to the busy day, service was slow. If you like big portions, this place is for you! All staff super friendly!

We came here with a group of 16 so that was a challenge from the get-go…read more However they had us all set up and ready to go. At first they only had one waitress then they added another. In the end everyone got their food and drinks and the ladies were happy. Only one girl didn't get her meal so she had to wait for them to cook it and was the last to eat. They did however give her a small discount off her food. I got the fried fish tacos with mango sauce. Served hot and fresh. I did add a little tartar sauce and it was good. It also came with coleslaw. The view of the river is beautiful. I do however think they need to take some money and get them a new sign out front it's made out of wood and falling apart. They also need to freshen up the front of the building the welcome mat at the front is definitely seen it's better day. Overall good experience good food friendly service.

The Bayou has quickly become one of the best places to eat in Sanford! It had been on our list for…read morea while and now it's our favorite! The interior is cute and fits the New Orleans vibe. The tv is playing feed from New Orleans and it's cool! The decor is very Mardi Gras centered. Our food was outstanding. The blackened shrimp appetizer was out of this world. We also enjoyed the Cajun fried rice and oyster poboy. Everything was seasoned and flavored so well. We dined on a Friday night and it wasn't busy at all. The staff members were nice, specifically our server, Jordan. The food came out fast. Make sure to give The Bayou a try! You won't regret it.

This was a truly unfortunate meal. We were in Sanford for the seafood fest when a lovely gent…read morementioned the redfish at The Bayou being to die for. After exploring the fun options, we decided to follow this fun guy's rave review. Boy... that was a giant mistake. We arrived around 2:30 pm so we didn't expect a vibrant crowd but it was pretty dead. We asked about beverages and the lovely server informed us that they were out of almost everything, the drink menu wasn't accurate, and she could just tell us what was on tap. Okay.. that's fine and we picked some reasonable beers. Then it all fell to hell. Hubby asked for the dinner with redfish only to have the server look at him dumbfounded and say she didn't know if they had it. Okay.. I asked for the crab cake appetizer with a side of fries. They have multiple loaded fry options on the menu. They had no fries. None. No redfish either. Hell, pretty sure they didn't have catfish either. We opted out of any entrees and just got the crab cakes (sans fries). Stopped by the ladies potty and it was super stinky, though still manageable. What wasnt manageable were the doors with broken locks and the toilet seats that slid across the bowls when you tried to tinkle. It's pretty when you look toward the sinks. It's vile when you sniff toward the pots. The crab cakes finally arrived and smelled/looked delicious. Alas, looks are wildly deceiving when the chef flips the BLACKened cakes so that you don't see it, but you sure as heck tasted the epic char of loneliness. I don't know what to make of this experience because many have had a lovely meal. They were understaffed (the server was a lovely darling), they were severely under-prepared, and the chef tried to hide an epic fail of a dish by flipping it over. Do I think I others should try it? I actually do. They have had good reviews and this was weird. Will I be back? No, that's very unlikely. I wish them the best but this was a fairly epic fail.

Henry's Depot is one of my favorite spots in Sanford. The atmosphere alone makes it worth the visit…read more-- a beautifully restored historic train station turned into a lively food hall with plenty of seating and character. It has a relaxed but energetic vibe that works great for casual nights out, meeting friends, or family gatherings. What makes it stand out is the variety. With multiple vendors under one roof, everyone can find something they like -- from tacos and seafood to pizza, ramen, and craft drinks. The flexibility to mix and match from different spots makes it perfect for groups. Great atmosphere, solid food options, and a unique setting. Definitely a go-to spot downtown.

A nice variety of restaurants and cuisines in an old train depot. We sat at the bar at the far end…read more(The Basin) and I purchased sandwiches to go with the beers we ordered. Sandwiches were tasty and reasonably priced. I had meatball, my wife had a Cuban. I was a little disappointed that the Cuban was not pressed. The bar was pretty empty so service was okay. Very nice spot for a drink and the side porch looks like the most pleasant place if you're looking to sit outside.

Had high hopes because my cousin said this place had good wings but that was far from my…read moreexperience/opinion. Service was good and vibes are nice but the food was mediocre. I had the Caesar salad and 1501 dry rub wings with ranch. Salad had corn bread croutons which could've been good but tasted like just oiled soaked stale dense bread. Dressing came on the side, which I'm guessing was due to a misunderstanding because my cousin asked for his wing hot sauce on the side. The chicken was chewy unfortunately. The skin was crispy and rub was good but the texture ruined it and they just tasted bad and overcooked. I would opt for another dinner choice or maybe they have other food that's better.

Great stop here for breakfast to go. They had a decent a la carte menu and also a buffet if you…read morewere hungrier. I opted for oatmeal and fruit and both were good sized options. Also, my order was ready within a few minutes and packed up with all of the fixins for my oatmeal. Restaurant looked clean and bright and staff were friendly.

Hello, I am a FL native who currently lives up north & I have eaten many seafood boils in my day…read more This place is legit! The food from the apps to drinks were fabulous. We ordered damn near everything and could not even finish our plates. The oysters were fantastic and so were the fried pickles. We ordered mussels, shrimp, crawfish, snow and King crab. Everything was cooked to perfection. We got that snap and smooth clean pull. IYKYK. The sauce was tangy and a lil spicy (white people spicy). Soooo good! You gotta go check this place out, I will back next week. Keep doing what you're doing because it is tasty.

We had a lovely Christmas Eve dinner here. Normally we spend our Christmas Eve with my family but…read morethis was one of those odd years. To make things interesting my husband said we should do something completely different so we came her and had delicious boils! I chose the create your own with headless shrimp and crab legs. Hubs chose sausage and crawfish. We both went with the Mr & Mrs Crab special seasoning. We also got an order of hush puppies. Both meals were enjoyable and tasty! Our server was very nice and brought us requested items and refills timely. The decor is definitely fish forward and you will know you are there to eat yummy seafood.

The ambiance, service, and food were outstanding!…read more Kyle was our server, and couldn't have been more attentive, and pleasant. It was the beginning of dinner time, and a little slow, but the wait staff was very responsive to all the diners in the restaurant. We started with the focaccia w/ leftover oil, and it was quite good. For dinner, my wife had the chicken pot pie w/ grilled chicken, and I had the shrimp and grits... delicious. I highly recommend The Old Jailhouse!

We had a good experience here with a group of 7 of us . Our server was nice but a bit aloof and…read moremundane . I wish he would have told us about the tip already included on the bill but our friend pointed it out to us to make sure we didn't double tip. It was extremely hot in the restaurant for whatever reason and they played murder she wrote on the tv. They had a good selection of drafts and it was pretty busy as there was a festival happening in downtown Sanford . The food was the star of the night . We got the deconstructed bruschetta which was divine and then a pasta and mushroom dish . Mushroom gnocchi. Wow ! It was soooo yummy ! Really good flavors . Rich and I love mushrooms so it was a win win. I'm not rushing to come back, but the food was good!

Went for an early Friday dinner of fish and chips and have been wanting to try this place out…read more Well the rumors are true, the fish was beautifully battered, fresh and flakey. The tartar sauce has to be home made because it was perfection. Fries were seasoned and cooked crispy but potato-y (IKYK). Like most the places in the food hall you order on a screen. We also went for an order of the hush puppies and friends let me tell you I have finally found incredible, soft but crispy, delicious and delicate hush puppies! And the homemade sauce to dip......Mmmmmm!They text you when your food is ready but because we took seats next door ours was delivered which I thought was extra nice. The food hall is fun, tables and chairs high tops and stools scattered throughout and The Basin is at the end if you are looking for a drink or two. Fun atmosphere, family feel. My only caution is to being your Stanley, I get why they charge the huge prices for the water and soda but that's just crazy lol.

This is fairly new inside the Henry's Depot food hall in Sanford!…read more Easy to order at the counter or on the kiosk, I don't mind the kiosk because I can take my time looking and nit feel the pressures of having to hurry to order. Lots of seating inside and outside. I took it to-go. Serve ice was fast and efficient. I ordered the spicy Tuna Crunch and I added 2 Tempura shrimp to the order. The roll was delicious, fresh Tuna and ingredients, it was delicious! Total was $20 with a 10% gratuity, always tip those that prepare and serve your food

Don't walk, run! This was our first time visiting and won't be our last! This place was amazing! I…read morehad the grilled grouper with seasonal vegetables and red potatoes. It was perfection! Riley our server was sweet and very accommodating! Riley recommended the key lime pie and it was the perfect ending to our unforgettable meal...

Recently I had dinner at Lighthouse Seafood Market & Cafe and it was my first time there, but…read moredefinitely not my last. Lighthouse is both a full seafood market and restaurant, giving you that fresh off the boat quality seafood cooked exactly how you like and served right to your table. I had the Blackened Grouper with broccoli and parsley red potatoes. The fish was seasoned and cooked perfectly, super juicy and incredibly fresh. The sides were just as good paired with the fish perfectly. I also had a tasty little side Caesar salad. The house Caesar dressing was great, lightly dressed so it didn't drown the romaine like some places do, and finished with grated parmesan and crunchy croutons. Overall, this was a great meal. The service was great, the food was excellent, and I would highly recommend checking them out.