We met some friends here on a Sunday night and realized it's more of a tourist place. Very friendly and kid friendly! We had appetizers and gumbo. The gumbo is good, a bit salty, but pretty good. The crab claws are good. They do have drink specials and 2 for 1s. read more

It was my husband and Is first time at Pinchers and our server Sam took great care of us! We had lots of questions and she answered them for us and guided us in the right direction! A manager even came to make sure everything was good which was nice. I was impressed with the service and the food and will be coming back again, my only regret was not taking any pictures! read more

Great great happy hour ! Shrimp are exceptional! Wings are great! Service at bar always excellent!

This chain restaurant is for an amateur to Southwest Florida unfortunately. It reminds me of a red lobster up north, which we stayed far away from after we realized what good seafood is all about! The area and view is spectacular though. The wait staff was very good as well. The buy one get one drink specials are amazing. My husband and I had a Blackened stuffed with crab Grouper and again unfortunately it was one of the worst groupers we've ever had and for $42, it definitely was not worth it. The crabcakes are filled with tons of filler. I don't even think the shrimp was cooked in the shrimp pasta. I didn't post any pictures because it wasn't worth it . read more

I love Pinchers so much! I'm surprised it took me so long to visit. The service is always friendly and fast, the food offerings are delicious and never disappoint. The vibe of the restaurant overall is laid back and comfortable. Highly recommend trying the hot crab dip, it's the best!! read more

Pinchers seafood is sourced from local waters and their menu boasts a variety of seafood dishes, including appetizers, entrees, and seafood specialties. Pinchers Seafood is highly rated for their fresh seafood and casual atmosphere. I especially particularly enjoyed their fish tacos, and Calamari. Kaylee was an amazing server!! Great service and very professional attitude. Overall, if you're looking for a reliable place to try fresh seafood dishes when in Florida, Pinchers Seafood it is a great choice! read more

For the past 3 years we have been going to this restaurant. We keep trying it and hoping the dinner will be better, but it does not. The soft shell crab is the worst and over priced. Service was not good, asked for a refill on water and was never provided. Manage stopped by to asked us how the dinner was even before we got anything. He never came back to follow up. Pinchers you have to do better since I really hate writing a bad review. The quality of food is over priced. Sorry read more

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Well the food was really poor except for two things, the coconut shrimp was good as was the key lime pie. Skip the fish and chips, there is no fish! Just batter! We couldn't believe it! 1/8 inch of fish with batter in it. Sideways you could hardly see the fish. The French fries were over cooked, cold and limp. We complained and they substituted the steak fries which were pretty decent. The appetizer came out at the same time as the meals, service was poor. I would give this place a miss. read more

Our server was great, but this place is so overpriced for small, mediocre food. Next time we are in the area will be sure to avoid a meal here! read more

I'd come back! This place is a seafood place and so freshness and cleanliness matter! We ordered 4dozen oysters, 4 dozen clams,4 orders of cold and hot shrimps,chased down with beers and shot of patron. There was 10 of us and so we called ahead of time and the said, no waiting. The service was decently fast and the ambience was us, making friendly family noise. We would return to this hard to locate seafood restaurant. read more

We appreciated the plexiglass partitions around our booth by the open garage doors. Wait staff were masked. However, the food was sub-par. My grouper sandwich was so-so and my daughters gluten free salad arrived with bread and croutons, so she had to wait for another and the rest of us were nearly finished with our meals when hers arrived. Our waitress took the blame for not putting the order in right. Be aware the gluten free menu consists of grilled or broiled seafood or choice of two salads. If the gluten-free menu had been available online we might not have gone there. But we called ahead to make sure they offered it. Two for one drink specials on some beverages and an extensive menu, but none of our five entrees were anything to rave about, including the shrimp scampi which lacked sauce, and the hogfish platter. The alligator bites were good and the crab corn chowder had a bit of a kick. You will drive through a gated area marked guests, where you are profiled on your way by. There is a small parking area in front, or use the parking garage adjacent to the building. read more

Food was very good and the service was great! Though Pinchers is a chain restaurant, I do like the consistency but also appreciate the warm atmosphere. read more

Server was nice but wasn't attentive and because of this Brother didn't get his entree. We were finished eating by the time our server returned to our table so brother asked them to take it off our bill. The server took it to his "manager" and came back with a corrected bill. Appetizers were over the top!!! Would probably not return unless another tribe member insisted on going We know staffing is a huge challenge for any business however training should never be compromised. Our food was delivered by a "new here" staff member (because she told us that) but our main server would have resolved our issues had he came by our booth to check on us. read more

Great spot to have lunch when in Cape Coral. Has a fair amount of boat slips available for you to park or if you drive they have a large garage next to the restaurant. Staff is very friendly and the manager stops by during your meal to check in and see how things were. Pretty good beer special and the food is good. I had the fried shrimp platter and they serve a large portion. If you like spicy food def want to consider getting their hot sauce that they sell. Every time I visit my parents I'm the Cape we stop by here for lunch and to pick up a couple bottles. The setting is very nice to being on the water as well. read more

Great meal and even better servicer! I may have ordered wrong side but he said " My mistake " and bought me other side. His name was Brett and I greatly appreciated his attitude and efficiency! read more

Wish I could give them a big fat zero but unfortunately I can't. I have a gluten allergy and went here because they provide you a gluten free menu to choose items from. I made sure our waitress knew I have celiac and can't have gluten. She was greats d checked anything she was unsure of. I ordered gluten free (listed in their GF menu) and after eating a little I noticed there was spaghetti in the bottom of the dish. Oops! Sorry they said. I advise everyone to not eat here because they can't make what's on their menu right! I am shocked that they knew I was headed to my hotel to await my sickness and our bill still was $85! I would gladly pay 200$ to NOT be sick. I guess insult was that they didn't really care- oops! read more

The food was amazing!!! Phil was our bartender!! Amazing drinks, the crab and corn chowder and great customer service!! Overall the staff is great and professional!!!! This is one of the best Pinchers out of all of them!!! Thank you so much Phil!!! read more

Great atmosphere with great service and awesome food. Service was awesome. Right on the water with beautiful views.

Service sucks I don't know if it is because of my ethnicity but it sucks. I observed customer service with other patrons and seen a bit more care. I was never asked if I'm okay. I was never greeted, she wrote her name down on the large paper and walked away. I told her I wanted a sprite she gave me a hot can of soda and 5 minutes later gave me a cup of ice, two minutes after that the top for the cup. Never said have a good day. You chose your job and you need to serve everyone with kindness equally!! Calamari didn't have flavor, the gumbo was on point and the shrimp was fresh some of them still had that thick black vein in it so meh. Yes it was today and waitress name started with an L. Tip was zero!!! I never leave without tipping so you know I was not happy. read more

Always love to come here each time we're in town! Great food, atmosphere and always had good service. read more

Pinchers - Great place for a lil business meeting with friends. - Seafood Near Me - Cape Coral, Florida

Overall good environment. Tony Phelan has a knack for hiring good employees. Enjoy their crab and cheese dip? Gumbo and blackened Mahi Mahi.

Pinchers is part of a chain of restaurants but the food is good. Tonight we went with the Locals Special, three course meal. Ours was Blackened Shrimp and Coconut Shrimp, both excellent. Our server was fantastic, patient and no rushing. Provided us with suggestions. Ambience is on the noisy side, with all the discussions going on and sound proofing is not here. read more

Highly recommend! My fish was fresh and cooked just right. Kudos to Veronica for her great service and smile! Oh, and the Key Lime Pie.....fabulous! read more

Found out there phones went down - that is why they didn't answer for call Ahead seating. Everyone here is wonderful and their drinks are amazing as well as their food. Don't pass up an opportunity to come and enjoy this awesome restaurant. The staff is amazing read more

I love the Pinchers in Cape Coral! It is my son's favorite place to dine in this area in Florida! Their grabs are awesome! The location is beautiful! Good memories! Customer service is excellent! read more

Service was outstanding. Food was as good as always. We used the call ahead seating option which worked very well. Used the 10% off coupon which was nice read more

Great food and service. Never disappointed. Corn & Crab Chowder was delicious as always!

Food and service beyond par. Marli was well versed on the menu and specials and answered all of our questions. She was attentive but not bothersome. The Hot Crab & Cheese dip was served piping hot and with plenty of tri-colored corn chips. Hog Fish was a special that did not disappoint...generous portion of lightly battered flaky goodness. I highly recommend the garlic butter green beans. Restaurant appeared clean. The 4 star rather than 5 is for what appeared to be mold/mildew spots on the ceiling near the garage doors. read more

Great corn -crab chowdah... Grace the bartender is awesome! Her energy is contagious as well as her smile. Her knowledge of all menu options is exceptional. We'll be back! read more

Pinchers, Silver King Rd. Cape Coral, Fl., Here is my 2 cents on the food and chitchat. FYI...be advised there is parking right in front of the Cape Carol location along with handicapped spaces...when full you need to walk 35 yards to a parking structure. Now the food. I tried first off ...the bowl of gumbo $ 8 bucks....NOT WORTH IT,( see Photograph ) On my first taste it was over salty...the spiciness came back around after my first swallow. Though only spicy for a Floridian. Then there was the hardly any wild rice...Maybe 2-3 ounces if that...Plus I counted maybe 3 pieces of a sausage and 1-2 baby shrimp... A BIG WASTE OF MONEY..!!! My entree a grouper blacken sandwich $ 17.00... I asked for it to be spicy...NOPE not at all.. It was the sized just over a baseball...2 ounces of cole slaw..not so bad..And the only forgiving item of my meal was steak sized french fries....(See Photograph )... The server did a great job and I could look in the mariner for the boats... But the food...NEVER MORE....too expensive no good. read more

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I was surprised at how good the food actually was. Being a chain I figured it would be just so so. I was wrong. It was actually very good. read more

Pinchers - Orange Mojito - Seafood Near Me - Cape Coral, Florida

Server was great, but the food was a 3/10. I got the snow crab, way too over cooked and I could hardly snap them. The oysters made my stomach turn, I beg you not to get them. Seats were very sticky and so was the table. Will not be going back. read more

My girlfriend took me here for my first restaurant to try in Florida. The service and food were perfect. Our server Sonja was super nice, fast and offered advice on dishes to try. The atmosphere and theme of the restaurant make me want to get drunk and go fishing all day! We will be coming back sometime again because we had a great time, thanks Pinchers!! read more

Got a grouper sandwich, awful, very strong, like it had been frozen and refrozen. Waitress was very good and attentive. read more

My mom and I came to this restaurant on our last night with the hotel. It was convenient and the menu seemed good. The service was great. We were seated right away even though we requested a table outside by the dock. The view was phenomenal and the weather was perfect. Our server, Jacob, was great. Super attentive and really nice. However I wasn't 100% impressed with what I ordered. I didn't really notice any crab in the hot crab and cheese dip & pinchers claws were really oily. Granted they're cooked in garlic butter, it was almost soupy. And the meat was hard to get off because I couldn't really grip the claw due to the excessive butter. Overall I would try it again, just order something different. read more

Pinchers - Hot Crab & Cheese Dip. Don't expect too much crab in this. All cheese. - Seafood Near Me - Cape Coral, Florida

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The food is amazing. We love coming here and bring our friends when the come from out of town all the time. Heather was our server and she is amazing. Very friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is awesome and the view is stunning. Fun place great food! read more

The special was good, blackened mahi mahi with mashed potatoes. My colleague got the blackened flounder with mixed veggies. The buffalo shrimp appetizer was spicy but good! The service was excellent. The bar was very noisy. read more

Fun place with a massive menu- all VERY reasonably priced. 2 for 1 happy hour all day/everyday. $8 and you have 2 nice sized margaritas in front of you!! ( or beer/wine/well cocktails) Nice location right on the water. Or party of 14 was met with friendly waitstaff, and food and drinks were correct and came out quickly. read more

It's a little out of the way. We just had drinks and the claw appetizer. It was delicious! Casual sports bar atmosphere and good drink deals read more

Pinchers - Bar in main dining room - Seafood Near Me - Cape Coral, Florida

Best drink specials by far. Buy one get one.. can't beat it. Plus it's on the water and has a great walking path around the water. Great sunset place and had a patio outdoors which is a great view. read more