Finally back to the sort of food that we used to know! Sold out of Grouper, but nit the end if the world, gave me a chance to try the snapper. Was not disappointed. Setting is good. A bit pricey for the portion sizes and would expect a bit broader beer selection (considering "killer lite", "gutweiser" and "poors light" were on the menu), but hey, you're on a coastal island. Key lime pie is good. Need to get some other hot sauce for the beans and rice besides cholula. read more

I'm not exaggerating when I say they have the BEST fish taco ever. Huge chunks. OMG. Comes with guan that looks like it freshly mashed like today. Service was great too, but did I mention the fish taco? read more

Barnacle's - BEST EVER!! - Seafood Near Me - Captiva, Florida

So there are not to many place's on North Captiva to eat, but that doesn't mean it's going to be a struggle to find great food. Case in point Barnicle's at the corner of Safety Harbor is just the spot. Relax outside and enjoy island time dining. Keys feeling without the Keys. Start with the clam strips and black beans and rice. Surf Side Burger is up next , comes with a crabcake in a remoulade sauce. Wash it down with a ice cold corona and your set. Recently change owners and improvements have been made. Service is quick and food always hot. Give them a try, enjoy! read more

Barnacle's - Seafood Near Me - Captiva, Florida

They are lucky they are the only choice on the island. My food had plastic cooked into it and the waitress simply asked if I was sure it wasn't a hair when I said something. After she rolled her eyes. We waited over an hour for three burgers and fish, which was all way over priced. If you are going to price your mediocre food like a pretentious fine dining establishment maybe upgrade to non- plastic table wear (odd choice considering the speech on the boat on the way over about how all these islands try to be environmentally friendly), and ditch rude waitresses who find it a burden to separate checks at a table, and work on better quality control so people aren't paying $14 and change for burgers with plastic cooked in and $2.50 for a CAN of coke smacked down on the table with a styrofoam cup. Make your trip to the island worth it and pack a lunch. read more

Barnacle's - Outdoor seating- probably the best part of the experience- don't bother going in. - Seafood Near Me - Captiva, Florida

We love this place! We always enjoy their yummy food & cold, adult beverages after a day of shelling and other fun in the sun.

Good food, great service. Our food came out quickly and tasted great! We came here as part of a boat tour and didn't have a lot of time to eat, but they got us served with time to spare. Full bar, drinks were good, no frozen available, but they were flexible with the drinks we ordered. I'd eat here again! read more

Very disappointing. Waiter was very nice. Only three families there and the wait was very long for the food. We had been there many times over 10 years ago and had loved the place. This time was very different. I almost didn't recognize the place. The food was over priced and didn't taste fresh. I had the coconut shrimp and my husband had a sandwich. Both not very tasty. So sad won't be back. read more

Great classical beach eating place!

Cute place. Very touristy. We didn't eat due to an hour back up in the kitchen for food. We would go back though.

You're on an Island with no bridge. Food is going to be pricey for what you get, if you go out of season service is great. A nice day trip if you want to go to lunch and not pack your own. The grouper tacos are good. Not a place I go to often, just because of its location, but I've been here a few times and I'll be back. Recommend as a nice stop for a decent lunch and a great add to a day on the water in SWFL. read more

its fun getting there pulling up in your boat, and eating above average way overpriced food...its an experience that should be enjoyed by those lucky enough to be in the area and will make all feel that beach town restaurant we all dream of eating at the food however is very avg and the prices are high Table of 5 2 adults ate 1. Blackened Mahi Sandwich (nothing special) 2. Hamburger (a bar burger) 3 kids ate 1. Chicken Fingers 2. Chicken Fingers (kids fair) 3. Jerk Shrimp (too greasy and over spiced) we ordered 3 sodas 2 bottles of water and an iced tea we don't drink alcohol so we don't know the prices the price with tip $120 the have a nice store upstairs that sells island memorabilia and ice cream, which of course we ate adding another 20 bucks to the check they have inside and outside seating staff is friendly, attentive, and local I'll go back next year cause we just love the area read more

Restaurant is accessible by boat on North Captiva. Fish is fresh and delicious and the service is great. I recommend the grouper, black beans and rice, and a big jug of iced tea to cool off! read more

Barnacles is always one of our stops when visiting Captiva, we arrived with 14 people and everybody enjoyed the meal and service! However the special was over the top, a seafood philly. Beyond my expectations and cooked to perfection. Great job guys, looking forward to next time! read more

I'm grateful they let us park at their dock. Food is typical dive bar food. The hot wings, fried shrimp, freedom fries, and guacamole were good. Not a fan of their sangria. Just get a beer or wine. read more

Food was pleasant. Agree that price to value is not great. The fish was fresh and cooked well. Was not crowded and wait staff was attentive. Not many other choices when staying in n captiva read more

Since the change in ownership the place has gone down a bit. The portions are a lot smaller and the prices are a bit steeper. The service has always been on the slow side, remember you're on island time and enjoying the fresh salt air. Also, beware of the to-go black beans for $25. It is simply some spice in a zip lock bag, 10oz of black beans also in a zip lock and a bag of rice without directions. With more places on the water with excellent food, like Rum Runners, I'll think twice about returning again. read more

Been coming for years. Can only come by boat and today there was someone to help dick the boost. Food is always good but now they have s new stupid rule. No table can be shared due to max occupancy. However if max occupancy has not been exceeded why does it matter if two different parties share the same outside picnic table as long as both agree to it? Bad customer service for seating read more

Save yourself the money do not eat here horrible service and terrible management. They know they're one of the few on the island and they take great advantage of it. read more

A ton of atmosphere. Accessible only by boat. A little pricey for food that is basic, but decent. But the location and atmosphere are wonderful read more

The food isn't bad, but the restaurant is really understaffed and everything is pretty dirty. It took like 40 minutes to get a waiter's attention because he was cooking, serving, cleaning up, etc. read more

I give the food 4 stars. It really is good. Been there a few times and it is consistent. But I am always disappointed with the service. It took an hour and a half to get our food last time and when you drop $75 for lunch you would at least like to have someone stop by and offer you a cold drink from time to time and not tell you you are next in line as you continue to watch people who clearly come in after you get their food and leave. For service I give them a very poor rating and don't think they will be on my list to return. I hate that pop is in a can for $2.50 is served warm and you pay for refills, which when you consider the time you wait adds up! read more

The food was very good, the service and sever were very good as well. I realize that everything has to be brought onto the island, but the prices seem to be higher than called for. The portion of cole slaw was so tiny, don't know why they bothered, it is dirt cheap to make. read more

Family and I were out for a boating and lunch adventure. We happened to find this restaurant. I thought service was pretty good. The food was okay, and what you would expect from an island restaurant. My youngest son is a bit of a expert on Key Lime pie and ordered it her and said he really liked it. So if you like Key Lime Pie and trust a nine year old, I recommend that you try it and he has never really steered me wrong. read more

We got to dine at Barnacle's during a boat adventure. The server was very nice and I enjoyed the beach atmosphere. The food was good. Try the conch fritters, they were delicious!!! read more

My family ate dinner at Barnacle Phil's twice in a week. The food is quickly prepared and service is solid. Although largely filled with fried bar food, the menu is expansive and will satisfy everyone in your party. The atmosphere suits the island well and makes for a fun evening for the kids. Make sure you make it a part of your trip to North Captiva! read more

Used to be a good place to go to. Recently changed menu and jacked up prices. Paid $18 for 4 scallops that tasted like plastic. Servers were off eating in plain sight as our drinks were empty. Had a big party, we were told we HAD to be on one ticket because 'he put our drinks on one ticket so the rest of the bill had to be too. Took another 20 minutes to divvy up our own tab. STAY AWAY. TERRIBLE, INCOMPETENT SERVICE AND OVERPRICED MEDIOCRE FOOD. PLACE HAS GONE DOWN THE TOILET. read more