Stone crab season is open. Thanksgiving pre-orders close Sat, Nov 21
Stone crab claws, Gulf shrimp, red snapper and grouper fillets on crushed ice with lemon
Open Wed–Sat · 11 AM–3 PM
⚓ Serving Fort Myers for 15 years

Fresh, never frozen.
Straight off local boats.

Gulf shrimp, grouper, snapper, stone crab claws and our own house-made sauces, picked out for you by a father-and-son team that has been doing this in Fort Myers for 15 years. Come see us on Metro Plantation Rd.

6341 Metro Plantation Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33966

4.9 on Googlefrom about 70 reviews
Fresh, never frozenon ice, not in a freezer
From local boatsGulf shrimp, grouper, snapper, stone crab
15 years in Fort Myersfather & son, still running

What we carry

Fresh, never frozen. On ice, not in a freezer.

Our seafood comes from local boats, so the case changes with the season and what's running in the Gulf, so give us a call or text to see what's in before you drive over. Everything is market price.

Cracked stone crab claws on ice with lemon and mustard dipping sauceIn season now

Stone Crab & Shellfish

Stone crab claws in season (Oct 15 – May 1), plus snow and king crab legs, lobster and crab cakes.

Market priceReserve claws
Fresh raw pink shrimp piled on crushed ice

Gulf Shrimp

Large and jumbo shrimp, plus coconut shrimp and cooked, ready-to-eat options for an easy dinner.

Market priceText to check
White grouper fillets and red snapper fillets on ice with lemon slices

Grouper, Snapper & Fish

Black grouper, snapper, hogfish and tripletail when the Gulf delivers, plus salmon, mahi, swordfish and ahi tuna.

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Oysters & Clams

Gulf and cold-water oysters, middleneck clams

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Scallops & Mussels

Large sea scallops, fresh mussels

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Fish Dip & Soups

House fish dips and soups

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House Sauces

Capt. J's cocktail & mustard sauce

Availability varies by day and season. Items listed are examples of what we've carried, not a guarantee of what's in stock. Food photos on this page are illustrative.

Holiday table with stone crab claws on ice, shrimp cocktail and cocktail sauce among autumn leaves
Taking orders now

Thanksgiving

Order by
Saturday, Nov 21
Pick up
Wednesday, Nov 25 · 11 AM–3 PM

Stone crab season is open

Make the holiday table the best one in Lee County

Florida stone crab season runs October 15, 2026 to May 1, 2027. Reserve claws and holiday seafood ahead of time and we'll set it aside for you at the stand. Thanksgiving is Thursday, Nov 26, so you pick up fresh the day before.

  • Stone crab claws
  • Gulf shrimp
  • Grouper fillets
  • Snapper fillets
  • Oysters
  • Crab cakes
  • Fish dip
  • Capt. J's cocktail sauce
  • Capt. J's mustard sauce
Coming soonChristmasCall now to get on the list.
Coming soonNew Year's EveRing in 2027 with stone crab & shrimp.

Prices vary with the catch. No online payment; we confirm every order with you by phone, text or email.

How it works

Ordering is easy

  1. 1

    Call or text

    Ask what's fresh this week, or tell us what you'd like, how much, and your pickup day.

    (239) 671-7591
  2. 2

    We confirm

    We'll confirm your order and the day's market price, and set it aside for you.

  3. 3

    Pick it up

    Swing by the stand Wed–Sat, 11 AM–3 PM. Ask us how to cook it; we're happy to help.

    Get directions
Capt. J's seafood stand with a white tent, blue-draped tables and a colorful Fresh Seafood banner
Our stand

Our stand

Fort Myers, 15 years and running

Capt. J's is a family operation, father and son, and we've been serving Fort Myers for 15 years. We keep it simple: seafood from local boats, fresh and never frozen, fair talk, and a straight answer about what's in this week.

Our neighbors keep coming back, and they've given us a 4.9-star rating on Google. Stop by, say hello, and let us help you pick out dinner.

Capt. J's gear

Merch & house sauces

Rep your favorite Fort Myers seafood market. Tees, hats and our own sauces are at the stand now, with more on the way.

T-Shirts

Capt. J's tees, ready to wear home.

At the stand

Hats

Caps to keep the Florida sun off.

At the stand
Capt. J's Seafood Cocktail Sauce lid label

Cocktail Sauce

Our own recipe, made for shrimp and oysters.

At the stand
Capt. J's Seafood Mustard Sauce lid label

Mustard Sauce

The classic pairing for stone crab.

At the stand
Coming soon KooziesStickersTote bagsGift cards

Good to know

Questions, answered

Don't see yours? Call or text (239) 671-7591.

When are you open?

Wednesday through Saturday, 11 AM to 3 PM. We're closed Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. The best selection goes early, so come by before the case sells down.

How do I know what's fresh this week?

The catch changes with the season and the Gulf. Call or text (239) 671-7591 and we'll tell you what's in, or follow us on Facebook for updates.

Do you have stone crab claws?

Florida stone crab season runs October 15 to May 1, and we carry claws in season. Supply varies, so call ahead or reserve them with a pre-order.

How do holiday pre-orders work?

Call, text or email us with what you'd like, how much, and your pickup day. We'll confirm your order and price. For Thanksgiving, order by Saturday, Nov 21 and pick up Wednesday, Nov 25, 11 AM–3 PM. There's no online payment.

Can you clean or fillet fish for me?

Ask us at the stand or call ahead. We'll let you know what we can do with that day's catch.

What payment methods do you take?

Please ask at the stand or give us a call at (239) 671-7591.

How do I find you?

We're at 6341 Metro Plantation Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33966. Tap Directions or call if you have trouble finding us.

Visit us

Hours & location

Checking hours…
Wednesday11 AM – 3 PM
Thursday11 AM – 3 PM
Friday11 AM – 3 PM
Saturday11 AM – 3 PM
SundayClosed
MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed

Fresh, never frozen. See you Wednesday.

Call or text to check this week's case, or come straight to the stand.