My family has been here many times. The service is generally pretty decent and everyone is generally happy with their meal. This isn't the most amazing seafood in Florida, but for the price and location it's pretty great. We would recommend this for anyone in...More

We have visited the Sarasota area from Canada once or twice per year every year since 2012 and on EVERY trip, we visit the Lucky Pelican. Each visit has been amazing! The food is so fresh and tasty. The service is good, the atmosphere is...More

It's fun to eat at the Lucky Pelican. It's just a different experience than most restaurants, for lunch or Happy Hour or dinner. For openers, there are some dishes on the menu that you won't find anywhere else. And in Sarasota, a very competitive restaurant...More

We eat here at least twice a month. I always have the seafood and have enjoyed every meal. Oysters always taste fresh and the seafood specials never disappoint. You need to be aware that is it noisy inside and there typically is a wait. The...More

I took my family (4 adults & 2 children) to the Lucky Pelican for dinner. Great selection of oysters. Had the cobia for my entrée and it was excellent! You might also enjoy the Scallop Poppers. Jennifer was our waitress - what a fun server....More

This place is always amazing. Tonight it was 3 people 1 lobster roll 1 Mahi with roasted red pepper sauce broccoli rabe and roasted potatos. Pelican salad. 1 snapper with spinach capers and crab meat sauce. The food is always well prepared and service is...More

I happened upon this local gem while in town for a few days. There is ample parking, outdoor seating, fantastic attentive staff and ample local specials. The portions are plentiful, served hot and delicious. It is often busy during peak times and the staff is...More

Get there early! I arrive at 5:45pm and the only thing available were 3 seats at the raw bar. By the time I left at 6:45pm there was a 30-40min wait. Luckily, I sat next to the server pick up line and ALL of the...More

This place is a little off the beaten path for tourists, but is a great local favorite. We went early for dinner and there was ample seating. You will not be seated until your entire party arrives. Our waiter was fabulous and ensured that I...More

I love Lucy's shrimp tacos and they were wonderful! The chips were a little cold and the person I was with got the full belly clams and got sick, unfortunately.