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Sanibel Grill

703 Tarpon Bay Rd, Sanibel Island, FL 33957-3113
239-472-4453
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Good for: Bar Scene, Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, After-hours
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Restaurant details
Good for: Bar Scene, Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, After-hours
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SKOKIE
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41 reviews 41 reviews
31 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

The Sanibel Grill and The Timbers Fish Market are at the same address. The Sanibel Grill is more of a sports bar but the food is the same (almost) as The Timbers. We each got a cup of their wonderful hot clam chowder and each had a crunchy grouper sandwich. Plentiful and delicious. Can get crowded and a bit noisy,... More

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Warrington England
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17 reviews 17 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

I had the peel and eat shrimps and the Grouper bites basket, both of which I thoroughly enjoyed. However, my wife had a steak which she wasn't impressed with. French fries were slightly softer than the tooth picks. Great atmosphere.

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Florida
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15 reviews 15 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

This was just one of many visits to the Sanibel Grill. Great sports bar that's open late. When in doubt we go to the Grill. Manhattan chowder is delish and very hard to find in Florida.

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Dublin, Ireland
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

The Sanibel Grill is a sports bar attached to the more formal restaurant 'the timbers'. It is a lively place and has a number of very experienced bar staff who take pride in making everyone at home. TVs at overhead level show all the live sport while you can order a snack or full meal with your drink. Audrey, Bobby,... More

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Southington, Connecticut
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14 reviews 14 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

I make an AWESOME margarita at home in CT, and the Sanibel Grill made the best margarita I'd had since leaving home. We ate there 2 nights and thoroughly enjoyed both. The atmosphere is sports bar comfortable, food is very good, staff efficient and friendly (Shawn was our waiter and was VERY helpful....thanks Shawn), and you could spend HOURS looking... More

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Midwest
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64 reviews 64 reviews
34 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
60 helpful votes 60 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013 via mobile

Good drinks, great grouper sandwiches, great salads and apps. Atmosphere was good and waitress was attentive. I would definitely return.

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Fort Myers, Florida
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53 reviews 53 reviews
28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

I love this place! Great staff, tasty and very affordable food and a fun atmosphere. Great value for money

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Erie, Michigan
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

The Sanibel Grill is a sports bar that is attached Timber's restaurant (a more upscale eatery). The menu is a little bit Sports bar and a little bit Upscale. I can't speak for the burgers, but the Filet I had was tough (for a filet) and not a good quality meat. Although their menu indicates the "upscale" items are the... More

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Denver, Colorado
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19 reviews 19 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013

I cannot believe for the life of me how this restaurant receives such stellar reviews? Do the reviewers have no point of reference for quality dining? Do the reviewers have no taste buds? I only post reviews of the 10+ restaurants I eat in each week if 1) they are exceptional and 2) if they are an utter disappointment. This... More

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Ontario-Canada
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38 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 48 cities Reviews in 48 cities
52 helpful votes 52 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

good food, a bit loud, but is one of the best values on the island for great cooking. It is a bit noisy as it is a sports bar concept but if you get a booth the noise level is not bad.

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