Captains Cove

Despite the raving reviews, we were really disappointed with Captain’s Cove. Nice ambiance, and service was great (until the end, read on!). Michael was our server, excellent service, for the most part! We had minimal drinks, but they serve Saratoga bottled water, which was a definite plus! First course was the crudo and Hamachi crisp. Both dishes were served within 2 minutes of ordering, so not “fresh, made to order.” The Hamachi crisp was delicious, the star of the evening. The crudo was served frigid (fresh fish has little taste when served ice box cold!), the fish pieces were obviously pre-cut, and served in a soup of soy/ponzu. Great dish concept, a better presentation would be not so cold fish pieces on a cold plate, same bowl of the sauce on the side to be used for dipping.

Pro-tip - make reservations - especially Saturday night. While waiting for a table - we sat in the bar area. Mando was absolutely amazing. If only people realized they can make or break an experience. He was absolutely delightful and took care of us. Then we were moved to our table where we had four people try and take care of us - even the manager- with no success. Sat with empty water glasses most of the time. Food was ok. Smallest oysters I’ve ever had. Medium rare wagyu burger was cooked medium/well. Fries good. Great wine selection. Beautifully decorated.

We had an absolutely lovely experience here - granted it was the off season, but everything was delightful and no wait or crowds. The staff were wonderful and friendly, knowledgeable about the menu and very on top of the service. The atmosphere was beautiful and decor was great, loved the oyster shell and starfish Christmas trees. We got the most perfect sunset over the water and ideal 70° evening weather on their deck. Food was delicious, we enjoyed oysters, risotto with shrimp, and the redfish on the half shell. Really enjoyed this spot!

After day two in SPI I was on the hunt for a good, non-fried food restaurant! We hit a gem here! The lobster gnocchi was by far the hit at the table. Id recommend getting the waygu and gnocchi - dip that steak in the lobster gnocchi sauce! You will thank me! Lobster Gnocchi, waygu strip, salmon, calamari & octopus We made it just in time for an incredible sunset!

Super service, very high quality food, good value for money. Tuna taco was awesome as the lobster roll. Minor room for improvement: dishes should be removes before serving the next dishes. Oysters were a bit small but very tasty. Best place in town!