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Discover a coastal paradise at Swordfish Grill and Tiki in the heart of Cortez. Our waterfront restaurant and tiki bar offer a unique blend of fresh delectable seafood, tropical drinks, and a laid-back atmosphere. We offer both inside and outside dining, and can accommodate large parties. Just a short drive from Bradenton and Anna Maria Island, enjoy live music 9 times a week, Happy Hour from 4-6pm and daily specials. It’s always a good time at Swordfish Grill!
Casual, Florida-style seafood served in a homey waterfront place with a bar, deck & live music.
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Address: 4628 119th St W, Cortez, FL 34215
Phone: (941) 798-2035
Website: http://www.swordfishgrillcortez.com/
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Reviews
Gene Hinders
Swordfish Grill was fantastic!
I ordered the Shrimp & Grits and they were excellent. Shrimp Sautéed with bacon in a rich cream sauce, cheese grits and chopped tomatoes and scallions. I added a side of their Pineapple Coleslaw and it was a very good representation!
The Mrs ordered the Chicken and Caramelized Onion Flatbread which was diced chicken, caramelized onions, gouda and mozzarella cheese topped with balsamic drizzle…delicious as well!!
Our associate Joe ordered up the Stone Crab special and by all indications it was a fantastic meal as well.
Haley took excellent care of us in this excellent old- school Florida FishHouse located right by the water.
… moreI ordered the Shrimp & Grits and they were excellent. Shrimp Sautéed with bacon in a rich cream sauce, cheese grits and chopped tomatoes and scallions. I added a side of their Pineapple Coleslaw and it was a very good representation!
The Mrs ordered the Chicken and Caramelized Onion Flatbread which was diced chicken, caramelized onions, gouda and mozzarella cheese topped with balsamic drizzle…delicious as well!!
Our associate Joe ordered up the Stone Crab special and by all indications it was a fantastic meal as well.
Haley took excellent care of us in this excellent old- school Florida FishHouse located right by the water.
Bob S
We stopped by for lunch and were glad we did. We arrived at noon and there was no wait time. Be advised they DO take reservations and it’s a good idea to grab one far in advance because they are very popular. This place is much nicer and has a better menu than the Cortez Kitchen, it’s sister restaurant next door. I had the Oysters Rockefeller ($17) and a Greek salad ($16). We also had their Shrimp & Lobster Flatbread ($22). The food was excellent, prices were comparable to similar restaurants in the area, the service from Jan B was courteous and efficient and the portions were more than adequate. They have a large bar area and seating indoors or on their outside deck which is right on the water. Parking is free in the adjacent lot. Recommended.
… moreJay Weaver
We ask our guide on a dolphin tour where he liked to eat seafood he recommended the swordfish grill so we went there. My wife got the seafood platter blackened I got the seafood platter fried they were both delicious. The setting was awesome. We recommend getting there early. As we arrived in a little after four and we’re finished by 5:30 and they were very busy for a Wednesday.
… moreMichael LaRocco
Beautiful on the water eatery. Great food, drink and daily specials choices. Fresh seafood from the Cortez Fish Market which we established in the 1880s. The tuna poke salad bowl was delicious and a generous portion. The lobster claws were large, sweet and juicy. The loaded shrimp nachos and Florida crab cake were outstanding. Always a go to place while in town.
… moreDenson Family Outdoors
Amazing service and amazing food. The food is absolutely delicious. We ordered the seafood castle, zesty potato bombs, bacon chicken Alfredo, lobster mac and cheese, and frutti do mare.
ALL delicious!! Kimi N. Was our server and you should request her… amazing service, best we have had on the island!
… moreALL delicious!! Kimi N. Was our server and you should request her… amazing service, best we have had on the island!
Jim Riesterer
I was a bit apprehensive driving down a sketchy road into a sea port for fishing then you come around the bend and see this amazing place. Perched literally on the water and adjacent to a seafood packing facility, this large restaurant with both indoor and waterside seating blew me away.
We ordered the blackened grouper sandwich (a staple at every Florida seafood spot) and this one definitely set the standard against which all future ones we try will have to beat (not likely). Definitely one of the freshest and tastiest I’ve had.
While service was a bit leisurely (took a while to get the check), the food and atmosphere made waiting no big deal. Our table looked out on a mass of pelicans waiting for seafood scraps next door.
They do take online reservations and in season these would be a must.
… moreWe ordered the blackened grouper sandwich (a staple at every Florida seafood spot) and this one definitely set the standard against which all future ones we try will have to beat (not likely). Definitely one of the freshest and tastiest I’ve had.
While service was a bit leisurely (took a while to get the check), the food and atmosphere made waiting no big deal. Our table looked out on a mass of pelicans waiting for seafood scraps next door.
They do take online reservations and in season these would be a must.
Agirl4God
The hostess was friendly and sat us promptly. This was our first time here. We were trying it out for my birthday. Then the wait began. We sat for 5 almost 6 minutes before we were greeted. This occurred only after another couple was sat next to us and was promptly greeted. My husband stated, well I guess we are invisible. I responded, yes I guess so, after waiting 5 almost 6 minutes and nobody has been to our table. The server Kimmi N. Came over and asked us how we were doing. I expressed to her we would be doing better if we had not been waiting for 5 almost 6 minutes without being greeted. Her response was, that’s why she came over. She stated that she noticed nobody had been to our table. As a server, this means, we were her table, or there is not teamwork at this restaurant ( communication). Which I’m not sure is the case. She brought our drinks and ordered our appetizer.
Our appetizer
( calamari ) was delivered , and was cooked to perfection. We ate some of it, then chose to walk 3 tables over by the bar and get a few pictures. 2-3 minutes tops. When we returned to our table, it had been cleared! Seriously! We wait for almost 6 minutes to be greeted, but leave the table for 2 possibly 3 minutes and our table is cleared with our food. Not a great experience! So when Kimmi N. Returns in sight, we flag her down and point to our empty table. She states, oh no they cleared your table! And I told them not to. She then gets us new drinks and tells us that she will order our calamari to go if we want. As we were ordering our food, I ask her if they did anything for birthdays. Her response was yes, a slice of Keylime pie. I asked my husband if he would split it with me and he said yes, so then we agreed on that. When our food was delivered by a gentleman, he asked if there were anything else he could get us. My husband responded yes silverware. They cleared our table and took everything while we were taking pictures. The look on his face was surprised. So he brought our silverware. The food was cooked perfect. If it were not for the lack of service and the clearing of our table, perhaps this would have been a great birthday for me. The view was perfect. The music was great and the food was wonderful. The rest of it was just unbelievable if We had not witnessed it ourselves, It’s just laughable. Kimmi N. was friendly and accommodating once she got there, but that experience like we didn’t even exist, and it being my birthday was just unbelievable. We will give your restaurant another try, we always do just in case it was just a bad day.
… moreOur appetizer
( calamari ) was delivered , and was cooked to perfection. We ate some of it, then chose to walk 3 tables over by the bar and get a few pictures. 2-3 minutes tops. When we returned to our table, it had been cleared! Seriously! We wait for almost 6 minutes to be greeted, but leave the table for 2 possibly 3 minutes and our table is cleared with our food. Not a great experience! So when Kimmi N. Returns in sight, we flag her down and point to our empty table. She states, oh no they cleared your table! And I told them not to. She then gets us new drinks and tells us that she will order our calamari to go if we want. As we were ordering our food, I ask her if they did anything for birthdays. Her response was yes, a slice of Keylime pie. I asked my husband if he would split it with me and he said yes, so then we agreed on that. When our food was delivered by a gentleman, he asked if there were anything else he could get us. My husband responded yes silverware. They cleared our table and took everything while we were taking pictures. The look on his face was surprised. So he brought our silverware. The food was cooked perfect. If it were not for the lack of service and the clearing of our table, perhaps this would have been a great birthday for me. The view was perfect. The music was great and the food was wonderful. The rest of it was just unbelievable if We had not witnessed it ourselves, It’s just laughable. Kimmi N. was friendly and accommodating once she got there, but that experience like we didn’t even exist, and it being my birthday was just unbelievable. We will give your restaurant another try, we always do just in case it was just a bad day.
Sarah Aylward
Stopped for lunch and had the fish dip and bacon wrapped scallops.
Food was good and the beer nice, good view from the bar area.
Will revisit when traveling to the area again.
… moreFood was good and the beer nice, good view from the bar area.
Will revisit when traveling to the area again.
Karl Leibensperger
This is going to become a favorite go-to of ours! You can beat the setting on the water where you can watch the sun retreat in the evening, the beers were cold and kept coming, and the whole fried snapper was as good as I’ve had anywhere in the world, if a bit more expensive. We drove over an hour and still made reservations for the following week after this initial visit.
… moreWilliam Stewart
Located in Cortez, FL and adjacent to the commercial fishing boats, the restaurant offers waterfront seating. The food is phenomenal. I ordered a salad with blackened grouper and it was simply outstanding!
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