I have to give a shout out to the best bartender in Fort Myers, Kelly! We've lived here for years.. we've been going to this restaurant for a long time and she is by far the best bartender they've had! Great drinks great time! read more

Friday night - short wait, but it was worth it. Great service, awesome atmosphere, good music. The food was phenomenal. An all new menu and cheddar biscuits are a nice touch. Started with a cup (closer to a bowl size) of conch chowder. Of course I had a margarita. (Or two). Hubby had the grilled fish tacos and he said they were great. I had mussels that were in a lemon garlic broth with a couple small biscuits to get all the sauce. They were outstanding. The bartender Carla was our server and she did a great job with a full bar and several tables adjacent to it. This was the first night of our vacation, so I know we'll be back before it's over. read more

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We only stopped for drinks after visiting Sanibel Island. Parking was at a premium as the place was packed. There are stairs to get to the restaurant, but an elevator is also available. We were greeted and told there would be a wait. When we advised we were only looking for drink, we were guided to the bar area. There were only a couple of bartenders. Despite being busy, they were attentive and poured good drinks. For being in a tourist area, the price of our drinks was reasonable. We enjoyed our drinks with some live music. While we didn't get food, the people around us seemed to enjoy theirs. If we return to the area we would definitely give the Shack another shot! read more

Bimini Bait Shack This place has such a great vibe we just had to take our out-of-town friends there. We got seats right away as it was midafternoon and weather was cool. Our waitress Cortney was very good she answered any questions we had and took our orders fast. I got the Swimming Pig, which was Smoked Pulled BBQ Pork, Cole Slaw & Jumbo Onion Ring on a Toasted Brioche Bun with Fries. My wife and our friends got seared Ahi Tuna Tacos and a Beef Brisket. Our food came out fast and it was all so good. Loved the live music above the bar and by the way the bar is all just a large fish tank that you sit at. The bar and dining area are on the 2nd floor; they have stairs or an elevator to get there. The entire front of the place is open for a specular view and some great pics. I can't say anything bad about this place as to me it is always amazing every time we go there and besides that where else can you go and get a drink inside a real Pineapple. They even have their own large smoker right outside to make sure they serve you the best food. This is our go to place when we get visitors or just need a quick attitude adjustment. I must give this place 5 out of 5 stars for the vibe, the food, the great service and great views. Gulf Coast Terry read more

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This place has the best vibe. Live music, and fun decor make it such a fun experience. The food was also very tasty. We had the onion ring stack and my husband really liked it. I found them a little greasy. But my crab legs and side of fries were amazing. My husband got the grouper Rueben and said it's the best he's had. Service was good, but a little slow when I asked for a side of sauce. The drinks are why I didn't leave four stars. They were very weak and honestly not very good. read more

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Server was not fond of waiting on us. Forgot a lot of items. No refills, had to find another waitress because ours was MIA. Fries were cold and limp. I like the ambiance and the restaurant is in a good location. But once we were in the door it felt like we were bothering the staff for being there. There are too many other good restaurants in the area for me to pick this one again. read more

I can't help it - this was my favorite place to eat the whole trip great fun atmosphere - great drinks (strong ) live band and the food was very well prepared read more

Bimini Bait Shack - Seafood Near Me - Fort Myers, Florida

Stopped in with a large group while in the area for a family wedding nearby. Everyone was super accommodating and they helped us set up a reservation ahead of time which was great because they were indeed busy at dinner time on the weekend! Food was really good - especially everything from the smoker! Ribs were super tasty and fell right off the bone. Huge drink menu as well with lots of fun frozen options in the florida heat! read more

We loved this place! Great music, great food, and great service! This is a super fun place to take out of town visitors for a SWFL experience!!! read more

If I could put more stars, I would! The service we had from Kelly was amazing! We went in at about noon and she had the best recommendations. She was really busy but everything came out great! We will definitely be back very soon! read more

Good appetizers The gater bites are very tough, but that is just because they are gator bites ~ but they toll up the sidewalk at 9:30 read more

What a fun atmosphere! To be honest, the cocktails were lacking a bit, but the service was friendly and the vibe was good! read more

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Great prices, great food and the restaurant is super cool. The musician tonight was awesome. I had the smoked sampler plate- had the chicken, brisket and jerk wings. All 3 were awesome. Huge portions too. Could split between 2 people. Had a top shelf margarita and it was strong and well priced. Overall I would highly recommend... read more

This spot came recommended so we decided to give it a try. Love the vibes here with live music and the overall fun atmosphere. The set-up being upstairs above the parking lot is pretty cool and they have a nice view of the water. The food was good and they have a huge selection of drinks. read more

Came here for a reunion with some friends from out of town who were staying at a hotel next door to the restaurant. The view and the atmosphere are great - loved the live music at that balcony above the bar! The food was good! Everyone was happy with their meal. I had their large salad with the catch of the day (red snapper) over it and it was delicious!!! Drinks were good too. A bit on the weak side but honestly that was a good thing considering it was a very hot and humid SWFL evening and you're sitting outside. Our server was great as well! We were a party of 6 and she took great care of us all evening. We didn't have to wait too long for anything considering they were very busy that Friday night. read more

Ok so I actually loved this place ha! It was recommended to me on Reddit! This is the last restaurant right before the bridge - it's up on stilts about 1-2 flights of stairs up, there is an elevator. Parking seemed tight but cars were going in and out. There's indoor and outdoor seating. We came on a Sunday at 6 and the wait was almost an hour for 2 of us. Besides the wait - other restaurants should take note - these are what food and drink prices should be! $10 cocktails, $5 mocktails, $10-15 sandwiches, $20-25 entrees. Totally affordable! There is an extensive cocktail menu highlighting mixed drinks from all over the Florida area and surrounding islands, mostly with Rum but there is something for everyone. My husband and I each got one - they were boozy and tasty, just one was plenty! For food, we split the small onion ring stack which was 5 onion rings and a tasty sweet/spicy aioli. They're the thick beer battered onion ring kind - my favorite, highly recommend these! For dinner - we split the steamer pot for 2 which was delicious! It had mussels, clams, crab legs, shrimp, sausage, potato and corn. I would've preferred more than one potato, and if the pieces were cut smaller (it was just cut in half, hard to eat when your hands are messy!). And I think one more crab would've made it perfect, but nonetheless it was delicious and we were happy. We sat outside and the view was nice during sunset - you can look over the bridge. They had live music, which was a fun atmosphere but the guy seemed to struggle on some more challenging songs (Chris Stapleton isn't for the weak!). The bar is huge and entirely an aquarium which was so cool, plus half the seats are swings! Overall, this was a fun restaurant that could work well for groups if you came at an off meal time - but be prepared to wait during peak times! We thought the food was good and prices were very reasonable. I would definitely go back. read more

Bimini Bait Shack - Onion ring - small - Seafood Near Me - Fort Myers, Florida

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Had a great lunch with some friends. We sat outside and it was awesome. Our waitress was very friendly and efficient. Took care of our every need. We love this place and will be back read more

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The restaurant and environment here is unique and fun! Live music on a Saturday that was very enjoyable, not too loud. Service attentive Captains 1/2 soup was our favorite of this meal! Creamy and excellent savory flavor! The Cajun pasta was good in flavor, mild spice level -- I do recommend adding extra shrimp, there there 3 shrimp. Very oily and drowning buttery Seafood Steamer for 2 -- we enjoyed it! Had to dig deep to the bottom for the buttery sauce to dip. If you like spice, ask for a side of the Creole shrimp dipping sauce! Potatoes good, corn slightly soggy but enjoyed it still! Crab legs, clams and mussels were good! read more

Bimini Bait Shack - Seafood Steamer for 2 (crab legs, mussels, clams, shrimp) - Seafood Near Me - Fort Myers, Florida

First time to visit. The greeter was a young man who had a terrible attitude. It was obvious he either hated his job or was mad at the world. Then, he guided us to a table in full sun when there were a dozen other tables in the shade. When we asked for a different table, he gave us one of those "whatever!" looks. Fortunately the waitress was great, and the food was even better. (Musician was awesome too) As we passed by the greeter's desk on the way out, we said "thank you" and the original greeter and another young man standing there just looked at us and gave no reply. They need re-training. read more

Website needs to be updated. We were looking for a happy hour in a place with atmosphere and view. Website showed happy hour 3-6pm but was informed by server they have no happy hour at all. Atmosphere and view is nice and there is music. Drink prices were not too bad for a beach place. read more

Dining at the Bimini Bait Shack in Captiva Island Florida is an awesome place to eat and drink and take in stunning water views. Located just off the Sanibel Causeway and McGregor Boulevard this place was built as a massive Indoor / Outdoor Tiki Building with amazing sea breezes from the Gulf of Mexico. As soon as we arrived, we were seated at a table overlooking the water, and the view was breathtaking, especially as the sun began to set. The gentle sound of the waves was very relaxing making it the perfect setting for a romantic dinner or a special occasion. The menu offered a fantastic selection of fresh seafood and seasonal dishes. Our server was super nice and made great recommendations. We started with the "Bangin Gulf Pink Shrimp" as our appetizer. For sandwiches we had the blackened Grouper Ruben and my partner had the Bimini Beach Club Sandwich both of which were delicious!! We could not resist dessert when they have Caribbean Island Rum Cake on the menu. It was so good, we took a piece home to indulge later. Overall, Bimini Bait Shack delivers a fresh and unforgettable dining experience. It is a must-visit for anyone looking to enjoy a coastal meal. I am already looking forward to my next visit! read more

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Nothing fantastic- prime location though for a view of water. Calamari was frozen and served with canned sauce- maybe had 14 squid rings, and the price was $14 ....a bit steep. If you are serving fresh clams and oyaters surely they could handle fresh calimari read more

What a fun atmosphere . Lots of great decor . Just all out fun . Swings from ceiling to sit at Bar looked fun ..Food was pretty good . Soup 1/2 and 1/2 was amazing Fish spread said smoked very little flavor . But ahi tacos were good enough to go Back for .. definitely will be our lunch stop when in Captiva ..service was good . He engaged when he needed to read more

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The live music set up, the bar aesthetics, the tacos, and the service was all on point ! read more

Bimini Bait Shack - Bar - Seafood Near Me - Fort Myers, Florida

Great stop just before heading onto Sanibel or right after leaving! Bimini Bait Shack sits on a second-story veranda with awesome water views, and the open-air setup makes it even better. The place has fun decor and live music that gives it a laid-back, beachy vibe. We loved the shrimp--BBQ, bacon-wrapped, and coconut fried--all were excellent. Perfect spot for a fun late lunch with the kids. Definitely a place we'd hit again! read more

Great spot for the vibe we were looking for being by the water and outside, but still comfortable. It's right next to a great spot to watch the sunset under the bridge. The food was very mediocre. We were told that fish dip would take 30 minutes if you order the mozzarella bites order two because there's only six tiny ones. We tried getting a dessert for a kid for her birthday and they really only had Keylime pie and cheesecake. Bummer but still a good spot to visit. There was live music and you got to crank this conveyor belt to bring your tip up to the musician on stage. read more

Bimini Bait Shack - View of BBS - Seafood Near Me - Fort Myers, Florida

Everything was great! Couldn't be better. We had a great server, atmosphere and good. We loved the tropical shack tiki theme and they even had a very good talent Kevin Fox performing. I I resembled thrift freshly and refreshing banana mama. So very yummy! I For our meals, I ordered their wedge Salad without bleu cheese dressing and without bleu cheese sprinkles but with ranch dressing instead. My hubby ordered their island hotdogs without jalapeños and without spicy mayo along with freshly made potato salad. Our food was perfect! So yummy we even shared our food with each other. The prices were good, quality excellent with a fun an very welcoming atmosphere! read more

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Honestly, the food was great. But the dining experience could definitely have been better. Needs some honest improvement. Our table didn't get bussed properly. Only was offered one drink from the very beginning. I spent about $150 on food for two because I wanted crab legs and the prime rib. Where it really frustrated me, is that my mother mentioned there was NO toilet paper in the ladies room. Not sure why that would be at an establishment that had pretty solid reviews but maybe we'll have to reconsider next time. read more

The management harassed me about my service dog . I answered all her questions, but it's no one's business what my disability is and by law I don't have to disclose that!!! My dog was a perfectly behaved dog! She is well trained. Many people still approached me to pet her even though it isn't standard protocol for service animals, but I always let kids say hi if they are calm. That's on me, not my dog! I've never had A person pretty much call me a liar to my face. Embarrassing and unnecessary!!! read more

I had full rack of ribs for $20, fall off the bone. My wife had jumbo pink gulf shrimp for $20. Great atmosphere and service. We will come back! read more

Bimini Bait Shack - Bar - Seafood Near Me - Fort Myers, Florida

Wow. We were here last weekend. They are located on the right side before the bridge to Sanibel. It is an elevated tiki hut with awesome views anywhere even inside. Yes there is an elevator. They had a great selection of beers on tap. A very extensive menu. They had live music and we were fortunate to hear Johnny Orr. Our waitress, Kim gave great recommendations and was very attentive. Highly recommend them and we will be back. read more

Bimini Bait Shack - Daily catch snapper, blackened with side of 1/2 beans & rice, pineapple relish, and a biscuit. - Seafood Near Me - Fort Myers, Florida

Where to begin ? Well the view is really nice and there's a breeze off the water that helps with the heat. That's it! 2 stars SOLELY for the view! Now the other reason people go here. We were seated promptly and given a table by the railing or patio. The waitress brought us our drinks. I asked for a lemon or lime to help with the well water of swfl. I always drink water with alcoholic drinks. The mojito was nice but on the weak side. My daughter got some rum drink with a strong grapefruit taste and a pineapple perched on the rim. She liked it. We decided since it was late for lunch and early for dinner to share...and settled on the tuna melt. For appetizers we tried the smoked fish dip and the 1/2 stack of onions. The onions were crispy and had a nice batter although a little greasy. It was our favorite menu item. The smoked fish, not so much. It was dry like canned tuna that had been seasoned with liquid smoke, very unappealing. It was served with sesame crackers that had no crack, stale like. It did have bones in it so it was some kinda fish...Tortillas chips would have been better. Meanwhile my daughter and I finished our drinks and were both drinking the well water. The waitress never checked on us. Like a pariah, she checked tables on either side of us not even making eye contact. The restaurant has someone from the kitchen bring out your food and we asked one to bring napkins and another to bring an extra plate. Neither happened. We finally got our tuna melt. It had promise but after a taste, it was obvious it may have fallen apart on the grill because so many components were burned. There were tomato slices that were a minute away from tomato sauce they were so done, the tuna was extremely disappointing. No flavor but burned. How do you mess up a tuna melt? It was cheap $15 but still. The fries were ctt ty idiot but they were the bottom of the frozen fry bag, little chips and pieces 1" long. I refused to take in the calories. Finally the waitress stopped and asked are you ladies good? So I told her no, we were not. But it was too late, we were done. My daughter ate here before with a friend and had fried shrimp but said it had not been deveined. If you're not sure what that means look it up ( yuck). In any case enjoy the view! read more

Bimini Bait Shack - View - Seafood Near Me - Fort Myers, Florida

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We just had the worst experience ever at Bimini. Our server was very negligent. Forgot one of our orders for a table of four. Then never came back to check on anything. The biscuit was burnt, cold and I tasted a bit of mold. Waited forever for our food minus one order. Then waited for the check. Then waited for her to cash us out. She was talking to a co worker at the bar. I waved her down to take our checks. She waved back and yelled I'll be right there! Yes yelled. When she finally retrieved our checks. She said she was taking care of an emergency. Her friend's (co- workers) dog was dying. I'm very sorry for that. Overall a terrible experience. read more

Drinks were slow and underwhelming. Food was mediocre, service was slow and did not check up until we were done. Husband's fish sandwich tasted like the fish wasn't bled out. Ahi tacos were okay but definitely wouldn't order them again. They were stringy and made me think the silver skin was left on. Would have ordered more drinks but she never came back until the end. Would not return. read more

An absolute CAN'T MISS location - especially for daiquiri and "Gilligan's Island" fans. This Tiki bar and seafood eatery has live music, indoor and outdoor seating, great frozen drinks, a full bar, swinging bar seats, a lively set of employees and so much more. I am not a big fish fan, but I have driven over 2 hours just to get their blackened fish soup. Sounds odd, but it is simply amazing. I can't say enough about Bimini Bait Shack, by far my favorite spot to eat in South Florida. read more

Always fun. Staff are always great. Food is great and tasty. Beverages are also great. read more

Rude bartenders. Nachos that tasted like what I imagine dog tastes like. Overall I'd avoid this place unless you're near death from starvation and you have no other options to survive. read more

Nice service - outside and chilly and under roof also open to weather. Food all good. Busy place but efficient. Bbq good. Elevator for those those need to avoid steps. Casual place. read more

Very good service. Good food. Nice music and great location. I'll be back again soon. read more

This is a great Florida shack. It is up on stilts so you get a great view. The service was great and so was the live entertainment. Food was good. The blackened fish white chowder was awesome. read more