TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY – Seafood
Out at the south end of Siesta Key, on the water at Little Sarasota Bay, with a deck where dolphins occasionally handle the entertainment. The kitchen is unapologetically old Florida: blackened grouper sandwiches, fish tacos, coconut-crusted mahi mahi, potato-crusted haddock, shrimp and crab au gratin, the Fisherman's Platter, and a house key lime pie. Calamari gets ordered more often than it has to justify. Prices stay sane for a bayfront address, which is a large part of why locals keep the tables full. Come for the view, stay because the check doesn't sting.
8875 MIDNIGHT PASS RD, SARASOTA, FL, 342423838 (941)346-2207 https://turtlesrestaurant.com/0Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, 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, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY
Dairy-Free at TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY
TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY in Sarasota has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Turtles Salad with Grilled Gulf Shrimp or Vegan Burger, Vegan Burger and Salmon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY
TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY in Sarasota has 5 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fish Bites, Salmon and Gulf Grouper. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY
TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY in Sarasota has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Cocktail, Sweet 'n Spicy Shrimp and Coconut Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY
TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY in Sarasota has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Cocktail, Coconut Shrimp and Salmon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY
TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY in Sarasota has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Side Bacon or Sausage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY
TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY in Sarasota has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Twin Maine Lobster Tails and Side Bacon or Sausage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY
TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY in Sarasota has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salmon and Side Bacon or Sausage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY
TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY in Sarasota has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Turtles Salad with Grilled Gulf Shrimp or Vegan Burger, Vegan Burger and Side of Toast. 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 TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Kale Salad | 242.7 g | 56.1 g |
| Salmon BLT | 30.5 g | 32.2 g |
| Salmon Pasta | 44.5 g | 32.1 g |
| Side of Toast | 123.7 g | 28.8 g |
| Salmon | 0 g | 24 g |
| Avocado Toast | 32 g | 23 g |
| Pasta Primavera | 62.2 g | 22.3 g |
| Shrimp Cocktail | 11 g | 21 g |
| Side Bacon or Sausage | 3.1 g | 20 g |
| Mahi Mahi Sandwich | 21.8 g | 19.5 g |
| Fish Bites | 15.7 g | 18.4 g |
| Coconut Shrimp | 0.2 g | 18 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Appetizers
- Sweet 'n Spicy Shrimp - $12: Crispy, Fried Shrimp Tossed in a Sweet and Spicy Sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coconut Shrimp - $13: Large Coconut Crusted Shrimp Served with a Pineapple Dipping Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Cocktail - $12: Large Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $13: Hand Breaded to Order and Served with our Homemade Marinara Sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Mushrooms - $13: Large Mushrooms with Crab Stuffing and Topped with Melted Cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Bites - $13: Fried Mahi Mahi Served with Tartar Sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Salads
- New England Clam Chowder (Cup) - $7 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- New England Clam Chowder (Bowl) - $9 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Signature Lobster Bisque (Cup) - $10 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Signature Lobster Bisque (Bowl) - $14 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Garden Salad - $9: Tomato, Cucumbers, Red Onions, Red Cabbage over Mixed Greens with Italian Dressing Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $10: Hearts of Romaine Lettuce with Our Homemade Caesar Dressing and Crouton Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turtles Wedge - $14: Bacon, Boiled Egg, Tomatoes and Homemade Bleu Cheese Dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kale Salad - $13: Kale, Almonds, Cranberries, Tomatoes and Feta Cheese with Greek Dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turtles Salad with Grilled Gulf Shrimp or Vegan Burger - $22: Mandarin Oranges, Sun-Dried Cranberries, Diced Tomatoes, Hearts of Palm and Chunks of Mango over Field Greens with Italian Dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turtles Deluxe Salad - $18: Hearts of Romaine Lettuce with Green Olives, Diced Tomatoes, Ham, Swiss Cheese with Homemade Dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Grouper Sandwich - $22: Grouper Grilled, Blackened or Fried. Served with Homemade Tartar Sauce on a Fresh Brioche Bun Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon BLT - $21: Grilled Salmon Topped with Homemade Dill Sauce on a Fresh Brioche Bun Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mahi Mahi Sandwich - $21: Mahi Grilled, Blackened or Fried. Served with Homemade Tartar Sauce on a Fresh Brioche Bun Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Sandwich - $15: Chicken Breast Grilled, Blackened or Fried. Served on a Fresh Brioche Bun Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeseburger - $15: Angus Beef Pattie Served with Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato and Onion. Served on a Brioche Bun Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Burger - $13: Grilled Bean Burger Pattie Served on a Fresh Brioche Bun 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
Entrees
- Stuffed Shrimp - $24: Crab Stuffing Topped with a Key Lime Beurre Blanc Sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Crusted Haddock - $22: Seasoned Shredded Potato Crusted, Baked and Topped with Key Lime Beurre Blanc Sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coconut Crusted Mahi Mahi - $21: Fried Coconut Crusted Mahi Mahi Topped with Homemade Pineapple Rum Sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gulf Grouper - $25: Grouper Grilled, Blackened or Fried. Served with Homemade Tartar Sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon - $25: Wild Caught Cold Water Salmon Topped with Homemade Dill Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sea Scallops - $25: Sautéed and Served en Casserole with Lemon Butter Sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fisherman Platter - $32: Coconut Shrimp with Pineapple Rum Sauce, Scampi Scallops and Grilled Mahi Mahi Topped with Homemade Mango Kiwi Salsa Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baby Back Ribs - $26: Full Rack of Tender Smoked BBQ Ribs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon - $25: 6oz cut Filet Mignon Cooked to Perfection. Topped with Onion Straws Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Twin Maine Lobster Tails - $55: Two Baked Lobster Tails Served with Drawn Butter Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Pastas and Bowls
- Shrimp & Crab Scampi - $25: Shrimp Sautéed in a Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce Served over Linguini and Topped with Blue Crab Meat Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Pasta - $23: Alaskan Salmon Tossed in a Creamy Tomato Wine Sauce with Mushroom and Fresh Basil Over Linguini Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta Primavera - $17: Sautéed with Vegetables in a Gourmet Sauce over Linguini Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jambalaya - $24: Sautéed Shrimp, Chicken & Sausage with Peppers, Onions, Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, Light Red Sauce over Rice Available at: dinner, lunch
Sunday Brunch
- Turtles Country Breakfast - $12.99: Two Eggs any Style, Home Fries, Toast, Bacon and Sausage Pattie Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos con Chorizo - $12.99: Two Scrambled Eggs with Chorizo Sausage, Served with Home Fries and Toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs Benedict - $12.99: Poached Eggs Topped with Hollandaise Sauce over Canadian Bacon and Sliced Tomato, Served on an English Muffin with Home Fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Toast - $13.99: Multi-Grain Toast, Topped with Avocado, Olive Oil and Sea Salt Served with Veggies or Home Fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beverages
- American Mule - $11 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Spicy Bloody Mary - $10
- Turtles Organic Skinny Margarita - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Coffee - $3.75
- Pina Colada (Non-Alcoholic) - $5.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
Desserts
- Turtle Pie - $10: Oreo Crusted Praline Ice Cream Pie Covered with Caramel, Chocolate, Whipped Cream and Roasted Almonds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Key Lime Pie - $10: Traditional Key Lime Pie made in House on a Graham Cracker Crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
Sides
- Side of Toast - $2.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Side Bacon or Sausage - $3.25 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Side Avocado - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY
- Is TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Turtles Salad with Grilled Gulf Shrimp or Vegan Burger, Vegan Burger and Salmon.
- What can I eat at TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY on a dairy-free diet?
- Turtles Salad with Grilled Gulf Shrimp or Vegan Burger, Vegan Burger and Salmon carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Turtles Salad with Grilled Gulf Shrimp or Vegan Burger and Vegan Burger.
- Is TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY gluten-free?
- 5 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 TURTLES ON LITTLE SARASOTA BAY?
- Kale Salad, at roughly 56.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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