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The Island Cow


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3.5 of 5 stars 235 ratings
235 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
88
4.0 of 5 stars
65
3.0 of 5 stars
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2.0 of 5 stars
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1.0 of 5 stars
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#12 of 44 restaurants in Sanibel Island
  • Address: 2163 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL 33957
  • Phone:  239-472-0606

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5 of 5 stars
craftlady1   11 contributions
Clifton, New Jersey
Nov 8, 2009 New

If you want a restaurant that gives quality food and superior service yet won't empty your wallet, go to The Island Cow. Having an informal atmosphere, you can stroll in right off the beach. You can choose to sit inside or, if the heat of the day isn't too much, on the outside veranda. (You might experience a wait to... more

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3 of 5 stars
phillysportsfans   2 contributions
Philadelphia
Nov 5, 2009 New

We had lunch at Island Cow, our server was very helpful and friendly. The oysters on the half shell were fresh, icy cold and delicious and the fried oysters were perfect that topped my baby green salad with fresh fruit with citrus vinaegrettte Skip the voodoo scallops. The scallops had good flavor but the crabcake is mostly filler and my... more

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5 of 5 stars
AZCoyote77   3 contributions
Chicago, IL
Oct 27, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

My husband and I went there for lunch. The waitress recommended a few items on the menu. The food was great and the french fries were one of the best I've had. Atmosphere is fun and eclectic. Service was outstanding. more

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3 of 5 stars
kraenorman   9 contributions
stevensville, md
Oct 21, 2009
2/2 found this review helpful

Nothing that great to write home about. Just average. more

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4 of 5 stars
heyjude444   5 contributions
columbia, md
Oct 20, 2009
0/2 found this review helpful

We have been to the Island Cow for lunch a couple of times, and it has been great both times. Good food (love the Boom-Boom Shrimp special) and good prices. more

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5 of 5 stars
SBN_NJ   21 contributions
New Jersey
Oct 18, 2009
0/2 found this review helpful

Tried a few places, but this was both the best, and would have known it was good even without comparison. Stone crab season had just begun- had to have those- really good. Shrimp po'boy- nicely done! Friendly service, cute atmosphere, would have liked to have tried more of the menu!! more

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2 of 5 stars
fishlizard   2 contributions
WI
Oct 15, 2009
3/3 found this review helpful

The Island cow at one time was a solid restaurant. Good service, quality food, good portions, and reasonable prices. The last two years that my wife and I have dined here have been big disappointments. This year we went on a Thursday night. The dining room was full so we settled for an outside booth. It was sweltering hot and... more

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4 of 5 stars
billnalli   9 contributions
Sanford, FL
Oct 13, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

My wife and I ate there twice in one day - breakfast because we wanted to and dinner because out first choice (Hungry Heron) was closed. Everything was wonderful - the portions are huge, the prices are reasonable, and the quality of food is excellent. We've always been fans of this restaurant - even more so now! more

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2 of 5 stars
pgh_bill   2 contributions
Pittsburgh/Orlando
Oct 12, 2009
2/3 found this review helpful

Not worth the trip. Wife had the shrimp special and was overwhelmed with fried breading. I had the baby back ribs and might as well have ordered the paper they were wrapped in. Only thing worth reporting on was the fries they were very good. more

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5 of 5 stars
JerseyHorseLover   8 contributions
New Jersey
Oct 8, 2009
0/2 found this review helpful

What a fun place to eat. Just looking at all the cow figurines and collectables makes it even more fun to eat here. Food is great , portions perfect, and a lot on the menu. Very casual. Kinda like a "Jimmy Buffet" type of place. Even kids would love it here. Service was outstanding and we didn't have to wait... more

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The Island Cow Address

2163 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL 33957
Tel: 239-472-0606
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.