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New Florida Flavor, Old Florida Feel! The Seafood Shack Marina, Bar & Grill has been a Cortez landmark since 1971. Accessible by both land and sea, The Seafood Shack has a 68-slip marina, a bar & grill with an outdoor waterfront patio and a private 6,000 sq.ft. banquet space to hold up to 350 guests. Come for the food and stay for the view. Visit us today!
PRICE RANGE
C$8 - C$32
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
CUISINES
American, Bar, Seafood
FEATURES
Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Takeout, Free off-street parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Digital Payments, Live Music, Waterfront
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Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile

I had crab cakes, my husband had a hamburger & we both had soup, the food was very good & served in a timely manner. Main complaint we stood waiting to be seared for a long time while at least 3 people discussed who got...which tables. They should have at least greeted us & said we will be right with you. The place could use some updates, spindles on the railing were not attached & the bathrooms needed some real maintenance.More

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile

This is a great place for good food if you want dependable quality and service. Very family oriented. We usually sit at the bar. The calamari was one of the best we enjoyed while visiting the area in February (just could have included a little...bit more in the serving). The blackened snapper was tasty. Martinis were also very good. Since this place is open later than few other places that offer this type of fare, it’s a good stop after a day of golf or sightseeing.More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 1 week ago

For 13 years i frequent this place with family and friends. We go by boat or in the evening by car. This year 2 times had a bartender by the name VICKI. She slammed my beet down on the bar. No emotion. Like she is...angry and doesnt want to be there. But when locals come in she is cordial and talks to them. If not a local she is not pleasant at all. Vicki be happy you have a job. The consumer pays your salary plus TIPS!More

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

We had such a wonderful dinner here last night. The food was amazing the service was good, the views are incredible!! One of our better meals here this week!

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed January 6, 2024

We were traveling through by boat and stayed at the marina. Decided to check out the restaurant and could not beat the $5 Rum Punch! Tasted great and awesome price. We had the fish tacos and fried grouper sandwich, both of which were excellent. Lots...of fish in the three tacos -- I was full! Harley, the dockmaster, was super friendly and accommodating. Sounds like the marina will be getting a facelift following the storms so expect improved dockage in the future.More

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed December 23, 2023

very friendly staff, tasty food, and crazy low prices. all around a great experience at seafood shack

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed October 12, 2023 via mobile

I don’t think I’ve ever written a poor review before this one, but that’s probably because I like to research where I’m going to spend my hard earned dollars. Today I made a mistake. I went to the Seafood Shack on a whim. Conk fritters...sounded good and they were on the menu. Plus I didn’t have to go very far in the blustery rain. Should have realized that things were not going to go very well when we entered a nearly empty waterfront restaurant at peak lunchtime. Then, they were out of conch fritters. Hmmm. Iced tea and dill pickle spears were excellent. Crab cake sandwich and Rueben were not. There could not have been a tablespoon of crab in the very skinny and pasty crab cake. It also had an odd smoky flavor, which the pastrami sandwich also had. (Cooked on the same grill with their smoked pork???) no taste of crab whatsoever, but I’m continuing to re-taste that smokiness. TMI? Definitely gross. Will not return.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed September 14, 2023

Enjoyed the fried shrimp, coleslaw and Cuban. Drinks were good too. Definitely recommend the pina colada with run floater. I am a picky coleslaw eater. Was awesome. Made in house with pineapple.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed September 11, 2023 via mobile

Nice restaurant on a marina. Good views and the best crabcakes I've ever had! Attentive staff. Wanted to try the shrimp and grits that I saw on the online menu but they don't make them anymore. Chose the crabcakes and wasn't disappointed in the least.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed August 6, 2023 via mobile

This was our first time here. We stopped here on our way back home. The food was Amazing Delicious, as the customer service.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed July 8, 2023 via mobile

Decided to try this one based the on the good reviews. They had a daiquiri drink special for $5.00, which was a great price! Kids got the virgin daiquiri and they loved it. I ordered the fish dip, which was homemade and very fresh! The...Fisherman’s platter was really good, you can get it grilled, blackened or fried. I got it grilled, it came with 4 shrimp, a crab cake and a nice piece of Mahi Mahi. It also Included coleslaw and hush puppies. My wife got the Shrimp quesadillas and they were really tasty blackened. Overall the view was nice of the waterway and the service was really good.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed May 30, 2023

Food was great wouldn’t go anywhere els sea food was fresh service was awesome place was super clean

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed April 28, 2023

Food was terrible. Hush puppies were burned, stuffed grouper and mussels were rubbery and could not have been fresh. Unfortunately service was poor as well. Had to ask for condiments twice and never received so had to eat without them.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed April 20, 2023

Absolutely terrible. Stuffed grouper that was recommended by server was hard as a rock. Clam chowder tasted worse than Campbell’s

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed April 1, 2023

Sad such a nice spot has two lousy bartenders. They could care less if you wanted something. Went for drinks with friends and planned on staying for food. Could hardly get our drinks and when asked for menus we were handed one for the four...of us. Had lunch there two weeks ago. Sat outside and food and service by Tim was excellent. Suggested to friends and very disappointed. We are locals and will not be returning .More

Date of visit: April 2023
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IndyLou2
February 4, 2022|
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I can not answer the ? about where to park but I am pretty sure others do park boats to eat. Your best bet is to call the Restaurant and get the answers straight from them.
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You would need to contact the Seafood Shack for your answer. Sorry, It is great so you would enjoy.
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Seafood Shack is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 3.5
  • Atmosphere: 4