RC Otter's Island Eats

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  Dennis Regitz
2 months ago
We were able to sit outside in January to eat lunch. There was live music that was also enjoyable. Our waitress made us smile with her big smile and pleasant personality.Or food was pleasant to the palate. Overall it is a place that I'd recommend in you are in the area.

  Gina LaGabed
a month ago
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  Mike Shank (Mike in FL)
6 days ago
This used to be one of our favorite places to eat. The food on our last visit was mediocre at best. Was not what the menu stated and very overpriced for what we got. The staff seemed bored. I was going to tell them about the food, but they never asked. The live music was great and the only redeeming quality of our visit. We are so dissapointed as we loved this place and would always recommend to others. Not any more.

  Yesenia Rybarski
a year ago
Awesome staff and delicious food! We frequently came here for apps and drinks.The conch fritters were delicious with chunks of conch in them. The pico was refreshing and provided a perfect snack. Let s not forget the beans and rice, a cup is a perfect amount to get your fix in.They also have live music and the atmosphere is lively and inviting.

  Andy
2 weeks ago
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  Allison Newlon, Realtor Greater Tampa Bay
9 months ago
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  Shary Jean O Maolruanaidh
3 weeks ago
First we had to wait outside to be seated...blazing hot sun and not one person asked to help us until an employee who just parked in the parking lot came in to work. Many wait staff looked at us...but not even acknowledging we were waiting in the hot sun to be seated.The grouper in the Grouper Finger Basket was extremely fishy, not fresh. The Lobster Bisque tasted like cheese soup. The Caesar salad was excellent... especially with the grilled portobello mushroom and peppers.The waitress was very forgetful, and didn't listen...was too much in a rush to get orders right. Won't come back.

  Kaitlyn Kwit
3 months ago
Come around 5:30 for live music! He s amazing. I enjoyed my food, got the burger and it was great. Also our server, Ashleigh, was so nice and amazing.. it got busy but she always made sure to check on us. Loved her service! I recommend coming here at least once when visiting the island, specifically for dinner and the live music, again can t stress how good he is.

  Jennifer Lynne
a month ago
Been there before, love their Grouper finger basket. Just went there today, Friday March 1st at 2:20 pmThe waitress outside was very sarcastic and rude to my husband and I from the minute we walked in and was seated. Decided to leave before ordering food. We live in Port Charlotte and come here to eat occasionally. Will try again another time, unless she's there. Called restaurant to talk to manager. She answered the phone and said there is no manager.

  Barbara Schaper
3 months ago
Had the grilled grouper sandwich and side of beans. My SO had the crunchy grouper which was also good. With 4 Stella drafts and a 20% tip and $5 tip for the singer, total cost $100 for a nice meal for 2. The guitar playing singer was awesome and sitting outside listening to the music and having a few beers was just what we needed to enjoy a laid back vacation.

  Jennifer Chapman
a month ago
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  Jade Greiner
4 weeks ago
For being an island restaurant they can do so much better, their food is mediocre at best, I ordered grouper bites, the breading was bland, my wife ordered a burger and I m pretty sure they are frozen patties, the crispy reuben had fish that isn t even native to the area, the fries tasted freezer burnt, there are so many much better restaurants in the area. If you are looking for good food at a reasonable price stay away!! Won t be returning.

  Will Trout
3 months ago
This is a great place to come with kids. The servers are super friendly and accommodating to little kids. They had live music every night we went. Food was decent but I wouldn t say that was the draw.Kid-friendliness: Very accommodating to kids with paper and coloring materials. Outside space is good for when they need to move. Live music was nice too.

  Jaja Aylaj
2 years ago
Our waitress, Kayla, couldn't have been any nicer. She was busy and disappeared occasionally when we needed her but we understood. She still tried to spend time with us when she could. The couch fritters were great! The other sandwiches were below average unfortunately. Cheeseburger in Paradise was not good as it didn't have the "beef" flavor... Been in the restaurant business so the "beef" flavor is from the quality of beef they order. The grouper ruben was not as good as our local grill. I like a simple thing like adding a "nutty" salty cheese would pull the flavors in better. Overall, we had a great time because of the waitress and the band. We didn't like the food so we look most if it home. Service really does make or break a place. We would go back just for the fun atmosphere but maybe only get the conch fritters and drinks.

  Robert Harris
8 months ago
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  Carol B (Carol B)
a month ago
We had a great breakfast. 3 of us had traditional eggs Benedict. My husband and I also had a drink there one night and listened to the singer and he was awesome

  Jean Karppinen
a month ago
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  Chris D
3 years ago
Food was great really fresh and flavorful, the entire staff where all polite and the service was spot on! I got the island burger which was massive!! And my friend got the peel and eat shrimp, started off with spinach and artichoke dip which was amazing!! If you re on the island looking for a cool place to eat and listen to live music, RC Otters is the place to be!!

  Jenny
a month ago
Tables so close that when the table next to us was seated I had to keep my elbow next to my body to keep from hitting them. Food was expensive and came out wrong. Our waiter never checked on us so I flagged down another and asked to just get an order of fries since my husband was already halfway done with his food by then. Instead I was brought another full meal - don't get the French dip btw. Can't speak to the drinks because we were never asked if we wanted anything to drink. I went outside in the car to wait - i've been in the car 15 minutes and hubbys still trying to get the check. This in a half empty restaurant.

  Amy B.
3 months ago
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  Brien Rylander
5 months ago
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  Pamela M
6 months ago
I think this is my favorite place on Captiva. The service was outstanding and the employees are very friendly. Unfortunately, there isn't a view but the food is better than any of the other places I have tried. The shrimp was heavenly, wonderful flavor and lightly breaded. Be sure to try and sweet potato fries and ask for a side of caramel to dip them in.The crab cakes are wonderful, very little filling (chunks of crab).

  RG G
4 months ago
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  Schmoo Smith
4 years ago
WOW!!! Favorite spot on Captiva! Way better than other over rated places. Live music almost every day. Beautiful outdoor seating. Food is AMAZING!!! I had the peel and eat shrimp, Its been 2 weeks and I am still thinking about the fabulous Coch fritters (way better than Key West). Drinks are yummy. Hamburgers are fresh of the grill. Highly recommend the Crabcakes. You will NOT be disappointed. You will talk about this place for a lifetime.

  Kim
2 years ago
There fried shrimp was awesome!!! Carrot cake and keylime pie was very good. And let's not forget wholemade mash potatoes. You can't find that anywhere no more.

  Erin Murdock
3 years ago
Breakfast was GREAT. Crab Benny & Ultimate Seafood Omelette. Angie offered great service. Outdoor seating and really yummy screwdrivers. Tuesdays there's a farmers market right down the road.

  IVY POHL
5 years ago
Always a fun place to have dinner. Nice outdoor ambiance, acoustic guitar entertainment, can't forget the ring toss:) I always have their crunchy grouper with their homemade slaw, fantastic!! A must when you're in Captiva!

  D Ahart
5 years ago
One of our favorite spots in Captiva. Food is fresh and beer is cold. The wait staff is efficient and helpful without hovering. They always seem to show up at the right moment. Live music in the outdoor area. Colorful decor completes the beach dining experience.

  Malissa R
3 years ago
It was a good vibe. Yet had 0 gluten free options: so I got a.drink and watched my.family eat. They enjoyed the food though. The service was nice. Lateda coffee place was beyond rude though so do not go there after your good meal or it will sour your time

  Brynn Oliver
4 days ago
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