Our flatbreads are also available gluten-free for $2
Shrimp Scampi Flatbread
$9.95
With homemade roma tomato sauce, roasted garlic, shrimp, tomato, mozzarella cheese and basil
Margarita Flatbread
$9.95
Fresh mozzarella, local vine ripe tomatoes, roasted garlic, fresh basil, aged balsamic and extra virgin olive oil
Spinach & Artichoke Flatbread
$9.95
Crispy flatbread baked with homemade roma tomato sauce, roasted garlic olive oil, topped with spinach, artichokes, and mozzarella cheese
Fried Calamari
$13.95
Lightly breaded, hand cut tender calamari served with our house-made cocktail sauce
Captiva Crab Cakes
$14.95
Pan-fried jumbo lump beach-style, served with *jicama coleslaw and finished with a superb Key lime butter sauce. (*hi-ca-ma – the "water chestnut" of South America)
Bayamo Black Bean Dip
$8.95
Cuban black beans topped with cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, diced tomatoes, and jalapeños. Served with corn tortilla chips
Seared Tuna Appetizer
$14.95
Served rare atop chilled rice noodles that have been tossed with crispy Asian veggies, fresh herbs and a Thai peanut vinaigrette. We top it off with a sweet soy drizzle and wasabi coulis
Heat Island Chicken Wings
$13.95
Ten wings crispy-fried and tossed with your choice of mild, medium, hot, blind pass, sweet chili, or teriyaki sauce. Served with celery and Doc's buttermilk bleu cheese dressing
Doc Ford's Famous Fish Fingers
$8.95
Fried golden brown, served with Doc's tartar sauce
Mussels
$13.95
Steamed in a broth of roasted garlic, shallots, Roma tomatoes, fresh basil, white zinfandel and a hint of cream and butter
Chicken Tenders
$8.95
Lightly fried, served with buttermilk ranch and honey mustard dressing (also available Buffalo style)
Buffalo Shrimp
$10.95
Crispy breaded shrimp with spicy twist, with choice of mild, medium or hot sauce. Also available as sweet chili or teriyaki
Caribbean Jerk Tostados
$8.95
Corn tortillas topped with jerk chicken, Cuban black beans, melted Monterey Jack cheese, cabbage, tomato, and cilantro salad
Doc's Beach Bread
$8.95
Baked french bread topped with cheddar, Monterey Jack, bleu cheese crumbles, and diced tomatoes. A Doc ford's Original!
Add Chorizo, Bacon or Jalapeños
$1.00
Soups & Salads
Add chicken or Shrimp for $7 | Salmon or Mahi for $9 | Grouper for $11
Caesar Salad
$9.95
Fresh cut romaine tossed in our creamy caesar dressing, house made croutons and shredded pecorino cheese
Southwestern Cobb Salad
$14.95
Blackened chicken, hard-boiled eggs, avocado, and bacon served over chopped romaine lettuce tossed in zesty chipotle ranch dressing with Jack and cheddar cheeses, roasted corn, and Roma tomatoes with seasoned tortillas
Steak Salad
$18.95
Chimichurri-marinated steak, asparagus, and red onions, over mixed greens tossed in chimichurri vinaigrette and topped with avocado and bleu cheese crumbles
Quinoa Salad
$20.95
Chef combines fresh jumbo grilled shrimp with quinoa (Keen-Wah, a grain cultivated in Peru and Chile) and garden fresh vegetables, marinated in white balsamic passion fruit vinaigrette and served atop a bed of mixed greens with a mango avocado salsa
Mixed Green Salad
$6.95
Fresh baby greens, grape tomatoes, carrots, cucumber, homemade croutons, and your choice of dressing
The Old School Iceberg Salad
$8.95
One large wedge of local iceberg lettuce, red onions, carrot threads, chopped bacon, diced tomatoes, and homemade croutons with Doc's buttermilk bleu cheese dressing
Calamari Salad
$13.95
Lightly battered calamari tossed with mixed Everglades greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, a sweet and sour vinaigrette dressing and topped with crispy wontons
Sanibel Spinach Salad
$11.95
Bleu cheese crumbles, spiced pecans, grape tomatoes, Granny Smith apples tossed with caramelized onion and smoked bacon dressing
Chicken Taco Salad
$12.95
Crisp romaine lettuce tossed in avocado feta vinaigrette and topped with Jack and cheddar cheeses, Cuban black bean salsa, grilled chicken and tomato pico de gallo, surrounded by corn tortilla chips
Mozzarella de Marinello Salad
$13.95
Locally grown vine ripened tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and baby arugula tossed in a lemon vinaigrette then topped with aged balsamic, fresh basil and parmesan cheese
Tropical Salad
$14.95
We combined fresh baby greens, grape tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, mandarin oranges, sundried cherries, spiced pecans, and homemade crispy onions tossed in our very own secret balsamic vinaigrette dressing
Soup of the Day
Cup$4.95
Bowl$6.95
Conch Chowder
Fresh conch, tomatoes, fresh herbs, and bacon in a spicy, chunky tomato broth
Cup$4.95
Bowl$6.95
Ford's Famous Clam Chowder
A rich, creamy chowder chock full of sea clams, sweet onions, and diced potatoes
Cup$4.95
Bowl$6.95
Dinkin's Bay Shellfish Bar
Yucatan Baked Oysters
$14.95
Freshly shucked oysters marinated with our signature Yucatan Sauce and baked with a creamy Manchego cheese topping
Dinkin's Bay Boil Shrimp
Steamed Peel-N-Eat shrimp dressed in real butter, Old Bay spices and juice from fresh key limes
1/2lb$15.95
Full Pound$28.95
Yucatan Shrimp
Our Signature Dish! Tomlinson traveled to the Bay of Ascension, Quintana Roo, Mexico to fish for bonefish and came back with this great recipe. Steamed peel-and-eat shrimp in a dressing of real butter, garlic, mild Colombian chilies, fresh cilantro, and Key lime juice
1/2lb$15.95
Full Pound$28.95
Peel-N-Eat Shrimp
You'll love these shrimp steamed in Amazon spices then chilled and served with house made cocktail sauce and lemon
1/2lb$13.95
Full Pound$25.95
Shrimp Ceviche Cocktail
$9.95
Fresh shrimp in our Florida citrus marinade, tossed with fresh lime juice, cucumber, cilantro, jalapeños, onions, and tomatoes
Oysters on the Half Shell*
Fresh Gulf oysters, shucked to order and served chilled with fresh lemon and cocktail sauce or steamed with white wine, garlic, and butter
Half Doz.$12.95
Full Doz.$23.95
Sandwiches
Served with your choice of fries, house slaw, black beans and rice, or fresh fruit. Substitute a Mixed Green Salad for $1.95. Substitute Sweet Potato Fries for $1.95
Panamaniac's Pulled Pork
$12.95
Slow roasted barbecued pork in our one-of-a-kind BBQ sauce, secret spices from the Panamaniacs, topped with house slaw, served on a freshly baked roll
Campeche Fish Tacos
$14.95
Freshly grilled white fish with shredded cabbage and a papaya pico de gallo in a flour tortilla. Served with black beans and rice
Chicken Sandwich
$12.95
Chicken breast prepared to your liking – grilled, blackened, fried or buffalo, served on a fresh baked roll with lettuce, tomato, onion and pickle
Sanibel Cheese Steak
$12.95
Shaved ribeye, caramelized onions, peppers and mushrooms smothered in Swiss cheese, and folded into a baguette
Hamburger
$12.95
Prime hand pattied ground beef grilled to your desire, with lettuce, tomato, onion on a freshly baked roll
Add Cheese
$1.00
Add Bacon
$1.00
Maine Lobster Roll
$24.95
Diced Maine lobster blended with mayo, green onion, celery & lemon juice. Piled high on a New England style split top roll. You will think you're in Maine!
Yucatan Shrimp Tacos
$15.95
Succulent steamed shrimp, shredded lettuce and tomatoes tossed in our one-of-a-kind Yucatan sauce made from cilantro, garlic, butter, lime juice, and Columbian chilis, served in warm flour tortilla
Grouper Sandwich
$22.95
Fresh grouper grilled, blackened, or fried. Served with Doc's tartar sauce on a freshly baked roll
The Cuban Sandwich
$12.95
Traditional style with ham, slow roasted pork, Swiss cheese, mustard and pickles on a crispy Cuban roll
Doc Ford's Original Lime Panko Crusted Fish Sandwich
$12.95
Seared, baked and served on a fresh baked roll, topped with house slaw and spicy remoulade. Voted Best Fish Sandwich!
Entrees
Achiote Redfish Bowl
$26.95
Hand cut Redfish marinated with achiote spice and fresh herbs, then char grilled and served with black beans and yellow rice topped with plantains and homemade pico de gallo
Macadamia Nut Crusted Grouper
$29.95
A Paradise delight, toasted macadamia nut crusted grouper served atop an exotic mix of quinoa, jasmine rice, arugula, red peppers and yellow squash then complimented with a "Toasted Rum" coconut sauce
Danish Baby Back Ribs
$24.95
A full rack of Danish baby back ribs basted with our one-of-a-kind BBQ sauce, served with roasted garlic smashed potatoes or French fries and our house slaw
Panko Fried Shrimp
$23.95
Jumbo shrimp crispy fried with French fries and house cole slaw
Dry Rubbed Ribeye
$31.95
With roasted garlic and Parmesan smashed potatoes, caramelized mushrooms, asparagus and a roasted bleu cheese tomato, surrounded by a caramelized red onion demi sauce
Seafood Paella
$29.95
Jumbo scallops, shrimp, mussels and tender fish medallions, with chorizo sausage, peas, saffron rice, and tomatoes
Island Style Shrimp & Grits
$23.95
Fresh Gulf shrimp dusted with masa (Mexican corn flour), pan seared and served with jalapeño cheese grits, julienne veggies and green beans accented with a homemade tomatillo sauce
Roasted Half-Chicken with a Cuban Chimichurri Sauce
$20.95
Slow roasted chicken served over a potato hash with onions, mildest Amazon peppers and Panama-style chorizo sausage. Braced with steamed French green beans, fresh chimichurri verde, topped with roasted corn, *jicama, tomato, and bean relish (*hi-ca-ma – the water chestnut of South America)
Penne with Shrimp
$19.95
Sautéed deep water "lobster shrimp", penne pasta, Roma tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic and avocados tossed with a citrus cream sauce and shredded Parmesan cheese
Panko-Crusted Grouper
$28.95
Grouper pan-seared and served on a bed of brown rice, julienne vegetables, wilted spinach and mushrooms, drizzled with a honey papaya rum drizzle
Cedar Plank Salmon
$24.95
Freshly cut salmon filet topped with a mango chipotle glaze, served with au gratin potatoes, wilted spinach and caramelized mushrooms
Banana Leaf Snapper
$24.95
Snapper wrapped in a banana leaf lined with masa harina, ancho chili purée and freshly squeezed lime juice. Steamed, paired with fresh vegetables, black beans and rice, with a dynamite lime cilantro roasted pepper pesto
Deep Water Mahi Mahi
$26.95
One of our signature dishes. Hand-cut mahi-mahi seared in sweet soy sauce, placed on a jasmine rice stir fry with a tropical vinaigrette
Kid's Menu
For Our Guest 12 Years and Younger. With your choice of French Fries or Fruit Cup. Every Kid's Meal comes with a special dessert, Beverage is additional
Quesadilla
$6.95
Choice of Cheese or Chicken
Hot Dog^
$6.95
Grilled Cheese
$6.95
Chicken Fingers
$6.95
Fish Fingers
$6.95
Pizza with Cheese & Pepperoni^
$6.95
Mac & Cheese
$6.95
Pasta with Butter & Parmesan Cheese
$6.95
Fried Shrimp
$8.95
*Consuming raw or undercooked meat, seafood, shellfish, poultry, or eggs may increase your risk of food bourne illness. We use only non-trans fat cooking oil. ^Gluten free option available
Info
Our waterfront venue is here for all of your wedding event needs. Our newly remodeled location offers seating for up to 100 guests
Private Venue Fees
$250 Ceremony site setup & breakdown. $100 Clean up fee if confetti or poppers are utilized. $100 Cake Cutting Charge. $75 Standard white linen fee, add $25 fee for different colors. $100 Butler Style Service (per server). $100 Chef Fee (per chef) for all Action Stations. Family style dining available for an additional $10 per person
Details
Wedding Cakes and Desserts may be brought in from the vendor of your choice. Linens provided are white, unless otherwise specified in advance. Entertainment can be brought in at your convenience. We do provide a list of vendors upon request. $3,500 food and beverage min before tax and gratuity. Venue will be available for decoration on day of event from 9am - 11am
Hor's D'oeuvres
Our chef suggests choosing a Hot & Cold combination of 3-5 Hor's D'oeuvres
Cold
Feeds approximately 30-40 guests
Smoked Salmon
$195.00
Meat & Imported Cheese
$250.00
Fruit & Imported Cheese
$150.00
Vegetable Crudite
$100.00
Mozzarella & Tomato Skewers
$100.00
Shrimp Ceviche Bowl
$250.00
Seared Tuna
$350.00
Shrimp Cocktail
$140.00
Stone Crab Claws (Seasonal)
Hot
Price is per 50 pieces
Crab Cake Bites
$170.00
Coconut Crusted Shrimp
$160.00
Yucatan Shrimp**
$125.00
Boursin Stuffed Mushrooms
$100.00
Grouper Bites
$300.00
Panko Crusted Chicken Tenders
$100.00
Doc's Famous Fish Bite
$125.00
Coconut Crusted Chicken Tenders
$100.00
Black Bean Dip with Fresh Toppings**
$90.00
Spinach and Artichoke Dip**
$100.00
Mussels**
$125.00
Dinner Collection
The Sanibel Flats
This collection offers a choice of one salad, two sides, & two entrees. Buffet style: $59 / Person; Family style: $69 / Person
Salads
Traditional Mixed Greens
Classic Caesar
Sides
Vegetable Medley
Snipped Green Beans & Juli Carrots
Black Beans & Rice
EVOO Roasted Broccoli
w/ shredded cheddar cheese
Parsley Potatoes
Confetti Jasmine Rice
Garlic Smashed Red Potatoes
Entrees
Organic Chicken Breast Marsala or Piccata
Whole Roasted Chimichurri Chicken
Penne Pasta with Rock Shrimp
Penne Pasta with Fresh Vegetables
Roasted Porkloin Crusted with Cilantro Pesto
Pan Seared Fresh Cod
Action Station
one per party
Pasta a la Carte
The Isle of Palms
This collection offers a choice of one salad, two sides, & two entrees. Buffet style: $69 / Person; Family style: $79 / Person
Salads
Traditional Mixed Greens
Classic Caesar
Tropical Salad
Chopped Iceberg Wedge
Sides
Cheddar Jalapeno Grits
Steamed Broccoli and Carrots
Haricot Verts and Mushrooms
Sunburst Squash and Red Peppers
Wild Rice Herb Blend
Herb Roasted Creamer Potatoes
Parsley Boiled Potatoes
Entrees
Action Stations
one per party
Brown Sugar Glazed Ham
Rosemary Roasted Lamb
Pasta a la Carte
Chafers
New York Strip Steak
Pecan Crusted Chicken
Grouper
Blackened w/ tropical salsa
Seafood Paella
Mango Chipotle Salmon
The Captiva
This collection offers a choice of one salad, two sides, & two entrees. Buffet style: $79 / Person; Family style: $89 / Person
Salads
Traditional Mixed Greens
Classic Caesar
Tropical Salad
Chopped Iceberg Wedge
Baby Spinach Salad
Sides
Haricot Verts w/ Smoked Bacon
Asparagus & Sauteed Mushrooms
Baby Carrots w/ Yellow Squash
Roasted Balsamic Glazed Brussel Sprouts
Boursin Smashed Red Potatoes
Au Gratin Potatoes
Saffron Rice
Entrees
Action Stations
one per party
Carved Prime Rib
Carved New York Steak
Pasta a la Carte
Chafers
Shrimp & Lobster Pasta
Grouper
Lime, Coconut or Crab Stuffed
Chicken Saltimbocca
Texas BBQ Ribs
Jerk Mahi with Papaya Pico
Action Station Packages
Pasta a la Carte
There is a standard chef fee of $100
Sanibel Flats
$12
Two Pastas
Spaghetti and Penne
Two Sauces
Marinara and Alfredo
Toppings
Mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, spinach, bell peppers
Protein
Chicken
Also Included
Crushed red pepper, parmesan cheese, and chopped garlic
Isle of Palms
$13
Two Pastas
Spaghetti and Penne
Three Sauces
Marinara, Alfredo, & Pesto
Toppings
Mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, spinach, bell peppers
Protein
Chicken and Italian Sausage
Also Included
Crushed red pepper, parmesan cheese, and chopped garlic
Captiva
$15
Two Pastas
Spaghetti and Penne
Three Sauces
Marinara, Alfredo, & Pesto
Toppings
Mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, spinach, bell peppers
Protein
Chicken, Shrimp, & Italian Sausage
Also Included
Crushed red pepper, parmesan cheese, and chopped garlic
Sweet Treats
The perfect ending for any occasion. Try one or several of our from scratch, house made desserts! $3.95 for your choice of two desserts, or $4.50 for your choice of all three
Brownie Square Display
An assortment of our house made brownies with a variety of toppings. Toppings include chocolate rum sauce, caramel sauce, raspberry sauce as well as turtle style
Carrot Cake Squares
Homemade spiked carrot cake made with a hint of Goslings Black Seal Rum. Topped with cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of candied carrot shreds and walnuts
Key Lime Squares
Our famous key lime pie has a delicious shortbread cookie crumb crust and is topped with fresh whip cream and a wild berry coulis
Bar Packages
All prices are reflected as per guest. No shots included in any package
Domestic Beer & House
Wine
Includes all domestic bottles, and house wines
2 Hours$20.00
4 Hours$35.00
Silver Collection
Includes all domestic bottles, house wines, and well liquors. Includes specialty cocktails as well
2 Hours$24.00
4 Hours$38.00
Gold Collection
Includes all bottled beer, upgraded wines, and call liquors. Includes special cocktails
2 Hours$35.00
4 Hours$50.00
The Fine Print
Pricing
All events are subject to a $75 linen fee
Alcohol
All guests consuming alcoholic beverages must be at least 21. Failure to provide proper identification will result in refusal of service. There is to be no outside alcohol brought to the private venue. Shots are not included in any bar package, nor are they available for purchase. Guests that appear overly imbibed will be refused service
Menu Selection and Guest Count
Menu selections are to be made no later than 2 weeks prior to the event. Final Guest count to be finalize 1 week prior. One week prior to the event no further changes or modifications can be made. All food and drink is to be provided by Doc Ford's and consumed on the premises
Decorations
Decorations of any kind are the responsibility of the guest. There is to be no use of nails, tacks, or other items when hanging décor. Any damages done to the walls, fixtures, and or other components of the venue will be billed. All items must be brought in and taken out the day of the event; there is no overnight storage
**Chafer Item Only. Chafer items cannot be served butler style
At Doc Ford's we take pride in our food and it shows. Everything is made daily using only the freshest produce, meats and seafood. With our convenient combined menu, all of our delicious lunch and dinner items are available from 11am until closing. Whether you're in the mood for cedar plank salmon topped with a mango chipotle glaze at noon, or a late-night marinated grilled chicken sandwich washed down with a tropical drink - your wish is our command! In addition to our great menu, we offer a variety of tasty daily specials. Our full menu is available "to go." Call us & we'll have your order ready for pick up.