The Paper Canoe

Spent a few days at The Sanderling and Paper Canoe is right across the street. Ate there twice it was so good. I had the fried oysters both times, so hot and fresh and crispy. Also tried the shrimp and grits. I’m always interested in trying a new version, and this one was outstanding. The large blackened shrimp were excellent, and the grits were creamy. The scallops and risotto were also especially good. Hostess was very accommodating and got us in the second night we went without a reservation, and with only a short wait. Well worth it! I’m sure reservations are a must in the summer.

Third time, third excellent experience. Get reservations - it’s packed even in the off season. Leslie, our server, was absolutely top tier. Attentive, but discrete. Helpful, noticed the slightest issue with the table (replacing flatware nearly instantly), and genuinely fun to talk to. We all swore the food was even better this year than last. Great wine list. Great grilled Romain salad, wedge salad, catch of the day (pompano), and killer shrimp and grits. The only quibble I have is that it gets very loud when full (solid wood everywhere…floors, tables, all of it). At our table of 6, I couldn’t hear the guy at the other end. Invest in some sound deadening, please. But otherwise please keep up the magic!

This is a great restaurant, but - in my opinion - it doesn't rate five stars for two reasons. The food and drinks are, frankly, expensive. Also, one of the dishes recommended by other reviewers and our server, shrimp and grits, tasted like one thing, the andouille sausage found throughout (the exception... two pieces of asparagus clearly added to the plate after the rest of the food).

Great place. Very accommodating, we had 2 separate reservations for 10 people and they were able to pull two tables together so we could all sit together. All the meals were great. Most got the wellington which was amazing. The steak and chicken was great as well. The ravioli was good, but nothing amazing. Stick to the steaks, fish, and chicken. The service was also very good. I would recommend and go back.

Food was fantastic! We sat at the bar, service was great. Shrimp and grits, incredible, husband had the fish Oscar (sea bass) amazing. And get the crème brûlée and the piggy piggy! We’ll be back next time we are in town.