We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Traders Cafe

1551 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, Sanibel Island, FL
239 472 7242
Menu
Update restaurant details
Cuisines: Seafood, Continental, Bistro
Good for: Groups, Business, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Groups, Business, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Write a Review

471 reviews from our community

88% Recommend
    295
    124
    29
    15
    8
Rating summary
    Food
    Service
    Value
    Atmosphere
Date Rating
Windsor, CO
Senior Contributor
28 reviews 28 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

My 19 year old daughter, and Dear friend came to Sanibel for a week vacation. We ate here the first night of our stay on Sanibel Island. We were dressed somewhat casual and received the non verbal displays from the hostess when we walked in. She asked us if we had a reservation. When we said no she stated that... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 5 more reviews by Deenie65 for Sanibel Island
Dallas, Pennsylvania
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

If you want a great meal and great service at a good price, this is the place for you! We have been regulars at Traders during all of our visits. Be sure to shop in the store!

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 6 more reviews by jsdkms for Sanibel Island
San Antonio, Texas
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

I would rank this #1 if you are looking for a nice restaurant. It was a bit pricey, but worth every bit. I had lobster tail and ravioli. My husband had a pesto-covered fish that he adored. Both were excellent. The key lime is a must here. We came back for happy hour the next day--drinks were 2 for 1... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 7 more reviews by FunintheSun717 for Sanibel Island
oxford, ct
Contributor
11 reviews 11 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Our resort owner made a suggestion to go to Trader's for dinner and we were not disappointed with the choice. The restaurant is large and airy, but still intimate. We sat at a quiet table and received excellent care from our server, Holly. She walked us through the menu and helped make our decisions which were excellent. As my husband... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by leslie a for Sanibel Island
Pittsburgh
Senior Contributor
34 reviews 34 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Ate in the bar area during happy hour. Great wine list and nice drink and food specials for happy hour. Food and service were very good. Would definitely go back.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 10 more reviews by Tripping999 for Sanibel Island
Maryland
Top Contributor
161 reviews 161 reviews
52 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 67 cities Reviews in 67 cities
75 helpful votes 75 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

We visit family in Sanibel often, and a real treat is getting fresh fish that's well prepared. On our most recent visit to Traders, our party had Sea Bass and Grouper. All of us were delighted. It was well prepared, cooked to perfection, and beautifully plated with fresh vegetables. Some of us had a side of crab risotto which was... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 11 more reviews by EC19031 for Sanibel Island
Glasgow
Senior Contributor
49 reviews 49 reviews
32 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Having read some of the comments from other reviewers, I can only say that my wife and I had a very enjoyable dinner at Traders. I'm sure that serving staff sometimes take their cue from their customers and if you treat them with respect, then the evening goes well. Ours did. We had no problems with the order, no problems... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 5 more reviews by Golfer016 for Sanibel Island
cincinnati
Senior Contributor
27 reviews 27 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We sat at the bar and had drinks and appetizers. We found the other customers to be just delightful and very outgoing, we had a great time making small talk over drinks. The bartenders were solid, too. I ordered Oysters Casino and Oysters Florentine, and then the seared ahi. i forget what my wife ordered, but she enjoyed it...even ordering... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 5 more reviews by tup30 for Sanibel Island
Beverley, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Dinner on May 7th. Food good - if you like service with a poor attitude this is the place. Our server a blond 45-50ish stocky guy with a poor attitude, very abrupt like he was doing us a favour, so we tipped accordingly. However, he followed us into the shop attached to the restaurant to and asked my husband if... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
Baltimore, Maryland
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

so we chose trader's for my birthday dinner,due to recommendations of friends. Service was ok,though she made us feel as if we were at McDonald's. She never came back to check on our entrees. I ordered Macadamia encrusted grouper. This wasn't grouper.....it was some flat, frozen fish. I am guessing some sort of sea bass. Grouper is fat and meaty.... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
See 3 more reviews by cantonkaren for Sanibel Island

Travellers who viewed Traders Cafe also viewed

Sanibel Island, Southwest Gulf Coast
Sanibel Island, Southwest Gulf Coast
 
Sanibel Island, Southwest Gulf Coast
Sanibel Island, Southwest Gulf Coast
 

Been to Traders Cafe? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Traders Cafe, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing