We welcome you to Captain Curt’s Crab & Oyster Bar, a true Siesta Key seafood restaurant nestled on the south end of the island in Sarasota, Florida. Since 1979 we have served fresh Gulf seafood in a casual, family-friendly setting where the ocean’s best flavors take center stage. From our award-winning New England clam chowder—winner of the Great Chowder Cook-Off in Newport, Rhode Island—to local grouper, shrimp, crab legs, and wild-harvested oysters, every plate reflects our commitment to quality and Old Florida hospitality.
Our extensive menu offers something for everyone, whether you crave a simple sandwich basket or a full Captain’s Platter piled high with seafood. We keep prices reasonable and the atmosphere relaxed so families, couples, and groups of friends can enjoy a genuine Siesta Key dining experience just steps from one of the world’s best beaches.
We invite you to unwind at our Sniki Tiki, the lively tiki bar Siesta Key locals and visitors love. Under the tropical thatch roof you can sip ice-cold beers, tropical cocktails, and real-fruit daiquiris while soaking up the island vibe. Our outdoor tiki bar stays open late every day, pairing great drinks with a full kitchen so you never have to leave the party.
Live music fills the air twice daily, turning ordinary evenings into memorable ones. Whether you arrive after a day on the beach or plan to stay until midnight, we create the perfect laid-back atmosphere for conversation, laughter, and pure Siesta Key fun.
Captain Curt's Crab & Oyster Bar - Seafood restaurant Sarasota, Florida
We specialize in fresh, wild-harvested Gulf oysters served on the half shell by the half-dozen or dozen at our Siesta Key oyster bar. Cold, briny, and perfectly shucked, they pair beautifully with our lemon butter steamed clams, mussels, and the rest of our classic seafood menu.
Many of our guests start every visit with a dozen oysters and a cold drink. We take pride in offering that simple coastal pleasure in a relaxed setting where you can sit outside or inside and enjoy the best of the Gulf without any fuss. At our Siesta Key oyster bar we shuck fresh, wild-harvested Gulf oysters on the half shell by the half-dozen or dozen, served simply so their natural briny sweetness shines. We also offer fried oysters in baskets or sandwiches, plus steamed Cedar Key clams and sautéed mussels in our signature lemon butter. Every oyster that leaves our bar meets the high standards we have upheld for decades.
We craft real-fruit daiquiris at our outdoor daiquiri bar Siesta Key style, using ripe tropical fruit blended into icy, refreshing drinks perfect for beach days or sunset sessions. Located just across from beach access, our daiquiri station lets you enjoy a frozen treat at the bar or take it to-go as you stroll the sand.
Our daiquiris complement the full menu of seafood and tropical cocktails available throughout Captain Curt’s Village. Whether you prefer classic strawberry, mango, or another seasonal flavor, we mix each one to order so every sip tastes like vacation.
We fill our outdoor spaces with live music seven days a week at the Sniki Tiki, making us a favorite live music bar Siesta Key destination. Bands and solo artists perform twice daily—afternoon sets from 1 to 5 p.m. and evening shows from 6 to 10 p.m.—so the soundtrack of your meal is always lively and local. We host live music every day at our outdoor Sniki Tiki bar, with afternoon and evening sets that turn a simple meal or drink into a real Siesta Key experience.
From solo performers to full bands, we keep the soundtrack lively and the mood relaxed so you can enjoy great seafood and cold drinks under the tiki roof. Karaoke nights add extra fun a couple of times a week. We create a welcoming space where families, couples, and groups of friends can gather, listen, and stay as long as the music and conversation keep flowing.
We operate a dedicated oyster bar Siesta Key patrons return to again and again for consistently fresh Gulf oysters. Shucked to order and served raw on the half shell or fried to golden perfection, our oysters highlight the clean, briny flavor of local waters. Pair them with our famous clam chowder or a cold drink from the tiki bar for the complete experience.
Our team focuses on quality and speed so you can enjoy oysters at their peak. Whether you stop in for a quick dozen or linger over a full seafood feast, we make sure every oyster meets the standard that has defined Captain Curt’s for more than four decades.
We designed our tropical outdoor bar Siesta Key style so you can enjoy drinks and dining under open skies with the island breeze all around. From the Sniki Tiki’s thatched seating to additional patio areas, our outdoor spaces offer the perfect backdrop for seafood, cocktails, and live music.
Stay as long as you like—our outdoor bars remain open late, and the kitchen serves until closing so the good times never have to end early. Come relax with us in the sunshine or under the stars and discover why Captain Curt’s has been a Sarasota favorite since 1979.
