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Traders Cafe


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4.0 of 5 stars 36 ratings
36 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
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4.0 of 5 stars
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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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#16 of 44 restaurants in Sanibel Island
  • Address: 1551 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, Sanibel Island, FL
  • Phone:  239 472 7242

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2 of 5 stars
PlanoCW   11 contributions
Dallas, Texas
Aug 28, 2009

The atmosphere was warm and inviting leading us to what we thought would be a great meal. NOT...the food was extremely sub-par, no one at the table even finished their meals. Great waitstaff and bread. We would never return here. more

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3 of 5 stars
emoney2000   9 contributions
Houston
Jul 16, 2009

Traders Cafe is an average restaurant on the main drag of Periwinkle on Sanibel. It is a very large place with high ceilings. Be aware that the portions are very large. We ordered appetizers (the clams and the garlic/goat cheese bread)... but wished that we hadn't when our main courses arrived. My boyfriend had the lightly blackened swordfish special. It... more

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3 of 5 stars
pdm2   5 contributions
Orlando, FL
Jul 5, 2009

Certainly plentiful portions, unfortunately not as flavorful as they looked. The tuna appetizer stole the show, which doesn’t say much for the entrees. Add a couple of drinks and tip, and the $50+ tab per person was the least favorite of our dinners on the island. more

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5 of 5 stars
Lyons76   2 contributions
Pennsylvania
Jul 4, 2009

We ate ate Trader's 3 out of 4 nights on Sanibel and it was fabulous! Our server, Leslie was absolutely outstanding and the food was delicious! We had the roasted garlic and goat cheese appetizer all three times because we simply could not get enough. The margaritas were tasty and the swordfish specials were amazing. Different specials every night kept... more

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3 of 5 stars
itsthelife   3 contributions
Florida
Jun 27, 2009

I thought I really liked Traders, but on my last two visits I have been disappointed. We had bad service on one trip, but not a big deal, just figured it was a bad day. Then, I had a wilted lettuce salad. Another time I went with a friend with severe food allergies and eventhough we were very insistent on... more

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5 of 5 stars
NewEnglandDave   13 contributions
Brookfield, Massachusetts
May 29, 2009
2/2 found this review helpful

Every time we come to Sanibel, we stop at Traders. This year, as we celebrated our 15th anniversary, we stopped there again. The food is as it always is, delicious. Our starters were a mozzarella and tomato salad and the roast garlic/goat cheese platter. Both were delicious (I would eat that garlic/cheese on the toasted bread all day). Our dinners... more

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4 of 5 stars
tonx75   23 contributions
Asbury Park, NJ
May 17, 2009
2/2 found this review helpful

Six of us went to Traders on our last night in Sanibel. Started off with the Seafood Gumbo which was fantastic. I also liked the roasted garlic & goat cheese platter. For dinner I had a grouper special which was OK. The macadamia crusted mahi-mahi (they temporarily took the macadamia crusted grouper off the menu) was definitely worth getting. The... more

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5 of 5 stars
cinbad51   3 contributions
CT
May 14, 2009

Chef Michael Patnode has consistently offered the best of the Island. We've been to Traders since its inception and have consistently been satisfied. Their sea bass special is a treat. The wait staff is knowledgeable, accommodating and friendly. This is a place that one can relax, eat well and enjoy the evening. more

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5 of 5 stars
yourdrinkinbuddy   5 contributions
fort myers, florida
Apr 12, 2009
2/2 found this review helpful

i was told by somebody that this was the favorite restaurant of most locals on the island and i can see why. the food is superb and the service is impeccable! my wife had the chilean seabass special and i had the lamb shank. both dishes were to die for. i would definitely recommend this place to anybody! more

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4 of 5 stars
gshaftner   5 contributions
chattanooga
Jan 16, 2009
1/2 found this review helpful

We visited Traders for a Thursday evening dinner. Farah was our server and we enjoyed the food. We both had specials and the presentation and flavors were delightful. The service wasn't equal to the food. With the help of other staff bringing food to the table & bussing her interaction with us was minimal. We ordered a bottle of wine... more

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Traders Cafe Address

1551 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, Sanibel Island, FL
Tel: 239 472 7242
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.