BIG WATER FISH MARKET – Seafood
Part fish counter, part supper spot on Siesta Key, where the day's Gulf catch — grouper, snapper, hogfish, mahi — is sold over the case and cooked to order behind it. Seating is picnic tables and a bit of elbow room. Starters run to smoked mahi dip, conch fritters, tuna poke and octopus ceviche. Sandwiches are the draw: the O.G. Grouper Grill, a Grouper Reuben, the Siesta Sea Club, a Thursday-only Maine lobster roll. Platters and entrees cover Grouper Oscar, Snapper Piccata, Halibut Hong Kong and a seafood steampot. Key lime pie closes it. No reservations; the room is small.
6639 MIDNIGHT PASS RD, SARASOTA, FL, 34242 941.203.5972 https://bigwaterfishmarket.com/0Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at BIG WATER FISH MARKET
Dairy-Free at BIG WATER FISH MARKET
BIG WATER FISH MARKET in Sarasota has 15 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Snapper Sundown, Hong Kong Veggies with Rice and Islamorada Piccata. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at BIG WATER FISH MARKET
BIG WATER FISH MARKET in Sarasota has 12 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Snapper Sundown, Jacks Fish Stew (Cup) and Jacks Fish Stew (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at BIG WATER FISH MARKET
BIG WATER FISH MARKET in Sarasota has 43 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seared Tuna, Snapper Sundown and O'Dolan's Fish-n-Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at BIG WATER FISH MARKET
BIG WATER FISH MARKET in Sarasota has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seared Tuna, Lobster Bisque (Cup) and Lobster Bisque (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at BIG WATER FISH MARKET
BIG WATER FISH MARKET in Sarasota has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Peel-n-Eat Shrimp 1/2 lb. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at BIG WATER FISH MARKET
BIG WATER FISH MARKET in Sarasota has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Peel-n-Eat Shrimp 1/2 lb. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at BIG WATER FISH MARKET
BIG WATER FISH MARKET in Sarasota has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hong Kong Veggies with Rice, Islamorada Piccata and Black Bean Veggie Burger. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at BIG WATER FISH MARKET
BIG WATER FISH MARKET in Sarasota has 8 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hong Kong Veggies with Rice, Islamorada Piccata and Black Bean Veggie Burger. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at BIG WATER FISH MARKET
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Grouper Reuben | 65.1 g | 33.7 g |
| Seared Tuna | 16 g | 30.5 g |
| Fish or Shrimp Tacos | 27.6 g | 26.7 g |
| House Salad (Large) | 63.8 g | 20.9 g |
| Black Bean Veggie Burger | 22.7 g | 18.3 g |
| Lobster Bisque (Bowl) | 2.5 g | 17 g |
| Fried Calamari | 6 g | 15.5 g |
| Lobster Bisque (Cup) | 1.8 g | 15.5 g |
| Ahi Tuna Poke | 43.9 g | 10.7 g |
| Caesar Salad (Large) | 16.5 g | 9.8 g |
| Smoked Fish Spread | 58.5 g | 9.2 g |
| Fried Oyster Basket | 0.9 g | 7.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Starters
- Fried Grouper Bites - $16: Served with tartar sauce and lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Gator Bites - $16: Served with aioli and lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $13: Served with homemade marinara and lemon wedge Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Conch Cakes - $16: Served with aioli and lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mini Crab Cakes (2) - $13: Served with spicy mayo Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Fish Spread - $10: Served with crackers Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Tuna Poke - $13: Diced sushi grade ahi tossed in Hawaiian poke marinade. Served with seaweed salad. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 LB. Shrimp Cocktail - $13: Steamed, chilled & peeled shrimp with cocktail sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Balls - $13: Two mini crab cakes served as an appetizer with house crab sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peel-n-Eat Shrimp 1/2 lb - $13: Steamed in garlic butter & old bay. Served hot. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Florida Clams (12) - $8: Served scampi style with garlic bread. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Mussels - $23: Choice of garlic butter or marinara. Served with garlic bread. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Snow Crab Cocktail Claws - $19: Steamed in garlic butter and fried Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Chef's Specialties
- O'Dolan's Fish-n-Chips - $19: Served with fries, hush puppies or full send tots with slaw and spicy tartar. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Oyster Basket - $21: Served with fries, hush puppies or full send tots with slaw and cocktail sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Tuna - $19: Seared sushi grade ahi, sliced and served with veggies, seaweed salad, soy and wasabi Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Islamorada Piccata - $26: Grilled hogfish over rice and asparagus topped with lemon caper beurre sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hong Kong Chilean Sea Bass - $26: Grilled Sea Bass over rice and veggies topped with jazzed up soy sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grouper Oscar - $26: Grilled grouper over rice and asparagus topped with lump crab and pesto bernaise Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Snapper Sundown - $20: Grilled Snapper over veggies with sweet and spicy coconut lime sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dorado Del Sur - $20: Grilled mahi over rice, beans and sweet plantains, topped with salsa verde and pickled onions. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Steam Pot - $32: Shrimp, clams, mussels crab legs, sausage, corn and potatoes. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ciopino - $25: Large bowls of Jack Fish Stew topped with shrimp, clams, mussels, scallops and crab legs. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Handhelds
- The O.G. Sandwich (Red Grouper) - $16: Grilled, blackened or fried grouper. Served with lettuce, tomato and tartar on brioche. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The O.G. Sandwich (Black Grouper) - $21: Grilled, blackened or fried grouper. Served with lettuce, tomato and tartar on brioche. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Grouper B.L.T. - $17: Grilled grouper topped with bacon, lettuce, tomato and tartar sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grouper Rachael - $17: Grilled grouper topped with coleslaw, melted swiss and thousand island on brioche Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grouper Reuben - $17: Grilled grouper topped with sauerkraut, melted swiss and thousand island on rye bread. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish or Shrimp Tacos - $16: Two (2) grilled fish or shrimp tacos topped with slaw, pico salsa, pineapple, aioli, and cilantro. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish or Shrimp Wrap - $16: Greens, pineapple, pico, cucumber, cilantro, aioli with your choice of fish or shrimp Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mahi Melt - $17: Grilled or blackened mahi with lettuce, tomato, onion, melted swiss, spicy pickles, and spicy tartar on brioche Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Cake Sandwich - $17: Lettuce, tomato, and spicy mayo on a brioche. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Jacks Fish Stew (Cup) - $8: Red based and loaded with fish, shellfish, and veggies. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jacks Fish Stew (Bowl) - $13: Red based and loaded with fish, shellfish, and veggies. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- New England Clam Chowda (Cup) - $8 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- New England Clam Chowda (Bowl) - $13 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Bisque (Cup) - $8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Bisque (Bowl) - $13 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad (Large) - $10: Protein options available: Crab Cake, Shrimp, Fish or Scallop Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad (Large) - $10: Spring mix, tomatoes, cucumbers, pickled onions, artichokes, boiled egg, shredded carrot. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetarian Menu
- Black Bean Veggie Burger - $16: Served with side Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hong Kong Veggies with Rice - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice, Beans & Sweet Plantains - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Italian Cannolis Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- BWFM Key Lime Pie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
Add-ons & A La Carte
- Extra Shrimp (4) - $6 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Extra Scallops (3) - $6 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Fried Oysters (6) - $4 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Extra Taco (1) - $8 Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic
Frequently Asked Questions about BIG WATER FISH MARKET
- Is BIG WATER FISH MARKET dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. BIG WATER FISH MARKET has 15 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Snapper Sundown, Hong Kong Veggies with Rice and Islamorada Piccata.
- What can I eat at BIG WATER FISH MARKET on a dairy-free diet?
- Snapper Sundown, Hong Kong Veggies with Rice and Islamorada Piccata carry the dairy-free tag, out of 15 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does BIG WATER FISH MARKET have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Hong Kong Veggies with Rice and Islamorada Piccata.
- Is BIG WATER FISH MARKET gluten-free?
- 12 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at BIG WATER FISH MARKET?
- Grouper Reuben, at roughly 33.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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