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5353 S. Tamiami Trail • 941-925-4444

Creek’s first settler suffered from shell-shuck
Phillippi an oyster addict despite grouper therapy
About 1569 A.D., Fernando D. pilings installed by Fernando’s cousin, little since being built in 1604.
Fernando D. Phillippi was lastPhillippi sailed his ship, “Philly P” up Pepe. The Phillippi Creek Oyster Bar isthe creek to a point which is now theseen in 1619 during Hurricane Maria.
“It was a brave
The ship, with gunwhales awash, wascorner of Bee Ridge Rd. and Beneman that first ateva. All of the land between Bee Ridge
visible off Island Park, and a voice
an oyster.”
was heard screaming, “more oysters!”
and the Island is fill land on which to-Jonathan
Swift
Even now on moonlit nights a ghostbuild condominiums - Fernando was ashrewd real estate investor.
ly vision of the “Philly P” can be seen
Some of the piers you see in actually the converted winter home of sailing up the creek without a paddle.
front of the restaurant are still original the Phillippi family and has changed

In the Old Florida Tradition
Restaurant & Oyster Bar

Did You Know?
Studies among Greenland Eskimos, who consume large
amounts of seafood and whoare virtually free of heart disease, in spite of their high fat
intake, have been interpreted
to indicate a protective effectattributable to their large intake of marine animals. We
do not yet know how much fish
is needed nor how often one
must consume seafood in order to benefit from it, nor even
whether one’s health would be
similarly improved. However,
the evidence strongly indicatesthat regular consumption offish, especially the fatter varieties, gives substantial healthadvantages.

Sea Clam

Found in abundace in theocean waters of the North Atlantic, the sea Clam grows up
to 12 inches in diameter. Long
known for its sweet tasting
meat, it is now recognized for
its nutritional benefits. It con-tans omega 3 fatty acids which
are important in maintaining ahealthy heart.

Scallops

The scallop is a mollusk having
two shells like clams and oysters. It propels itself along theocean floor by opening andclosing it’s hinged shell. The
muscle controlling the shell
movement is the muscle that weenjoy as scallop meat.
There are two prominent types of scallops: Sea
scallops and bay scallops
which are from the Chesapeake Bay south to the Gulf ofMexico. The two can be usedinterchangeably on the same
recipe.
When selecting freshscallops, examine the product for a creamy white or lightpinkish color and a mild sweetodor. Raw frozen scallops canbe held at zero degrees or below for 3 or 4 months.

Snapper

The snappers are one of thelargest and most popular families of fish. There are some 34
species that inhabit the marine
waters of the warmer regionsof the United States. Wellknown snappers with high foodvalue are red, pink, mangrove
or grey, yellow eye, mutton
and yellow tail.
Snappers are taken inwater often several hundred
feet deep. Most of the catch isstill made with hook and line.
Many snappers are available
year round in all parts of thecountry. The meat is juicy, whiteand very flavorable. This fish
can be served broiled, baked,steamed or boiled, in a host ofimaginative ways. Snapper isamong the most delicious deepsea delicacies on the market.

Stone Crabs

There are over 4000 different
species of crab in the world.
One of these which is natve
to our Gulf Coast waters is thestone crab.
Only the claws of thestone crab are eaten, so whena crab is harvested, both claws
are removed and the live crab
must be returned to the water.
The crab claws will regenerate in about siz weeks. (Thelaw used to read that only one
claw could be removed fromthe crab so as not to leave itdefenseless during this regeneration period.)

Years ago, when hunters werefixing their campfire meals ofa stew and cornbread, theywould throw balls of cornmeal
to their dogs to quiet them.
That is where the term “hushpuppies” come from.
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Hot Appetizers

Jumbo Buffalo Shrimp ..........................
Fried Oyster Appetizer ............................
Fried Calamari ........................................
Oysters Rockefeller .................................
Seafood Stuffed Oysters .........................
Fried Gator .............................................
Steamed Shrimp (1/4 pound-peel & eat) ....................
plain, garlic, Maryland spiced or beer boiled

Roy’s Lump Crab Cake ..............................
Fried Chicken Fingers ................................
Crispy Buffalo Wings (served naked) ....................
Mozzarella Sticks .....................................
Clam Strips ...............................................

Cold Appetizers

Oysters on the half shell half dozen ...................
dozen ......................
Clams on the half shell half dozen .....................
dozen ......................
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail ..............................
Smoked Salmon Spread ............................
Blue Crab Spread .....................................
Steamed Shrimp (1/4 pound-peel & eat) ....................
Stone Crab (seasonal) ......................
Titanic Raw Bar ......................................

Florida stone crab claws, jumbo shrimp cocktail, oysters on the half shell, clams on thehalf shell, lobster salad

Soups Made fresh daily

Cajun Seafood Gumbo (spicy) bowl ...............
(fresh fish, shrimp, okra and sausage)

New England Clam Chowder bowl .................
(fresh clams, potatoes, bacon and cream)

Warning: Consuming raw or under cooked oysters, meat, poultry, seafood,shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if
you have certain medical conditions.

Seafood Sandwiches
Served with choice of fries or potato salad

Crab Cake Sandwich .................................
Fried Flounder Sandwich ...........................
Colossal Soft Shell Crab Sandwich .............
Fried Oyster Sandwich ..............................
Grouper Sandwich ...................................
Blackened, Chargrilled or Fried

Shrimp Salad Sandwich ............................
Blue Crabmeat Salad Sandwich ................

Specialty Salads

Florida Cobb Salad ..................................

Crispy Grouper bits, applewood smoked bacon, egg, radish, guacamole, blue cheesecrumbles, valencia orange vinaigrette

Grilled Large Shrimp Chopped Salad ........

cucumber, tomatoes, hearts of palm, cilantro, radish, avocado vinaigrette

Shrimp Salad Plate ...................................
Potato Salad, Coleslaw and Mixed GreensBlue Crab Salad Plate ...............................
Potato Salad, Coleslaw and Mixed Greens

Lobster Chopped Salad ............................
Avocado, Cucumber, Mixed Greens with a Citrus VinaigretteCaesar Salad .............................................

Add Chicken ...................................................................................................
Add Grilled Jumbo Shrimp ....................................................................

House Salad ..............................................

Add Chicken ...................................................................................................
Add Grilled Jumbo Shrimp ....................................................................

Fried Seafood Platters

All served with a choice of french fries, parsley potatoes, baked potato, seasonal
vegetables or rice, with hush puppies and coleslaw.

Combination Seafood ...............................
Crab Cake, Oysters, Scallops, Shrimp, Grouper, Clam Strips

Oysters ....................................................
Sea Scallops .............................................
Grouper Fingers .......................................
Large Butterfly Shrimp ...............................
Colossal Soft Shell Crab (2 per order)Fried or Sautéed ...........................................
Flounder ..................................................
Clam Strips ..............................................
Shrimp & Scallops .....................................
Shrimp & Oysters .....................................
Scallop & Oysters .....................................
Fried Catfish .............................................
Gator Dinner ............................................
Fish & Chips .............................................

Norfolks

All served with choice of french fries, parsley potatoes, baked potato, seasonal vegetables or
rice, with hush puppies and coleslaw.

Crabmeat Seafood Gratin .........................
(Bay Scallops, Baby Butter Shrimp)

Large Shrimp ...........................................
Sea Scallops .............................................
Shrimp & Scallops .....................................
Cold Water Lobster Tails ............................

Add Cold Water Lobster Tails to any Combo ..................................................

Baked Seafood Platters

All served with choice of french fries, parsley potatoes, baked potato, seasonal vegetables or
rice, with hush puppoes and coleslaw.

Roy’s Lump Crab Cakes ............................
Stuffed Shrimp ..........................................
(Shrimp, Scallops and Blue Crab Stuffing)

Stuffed Flounder .......................................
(Shrimp, Scallops and Blue Crab Stuffing)

Chargrilled & Specialty Sandwiches
Served with choice of fries or potato salad.
Add cheese, bacon, sautéed mushrooms or sautéed onions for $1 each.

Hamburger ...............................................
Jumbo Hot Dog .........................................
Steak Sandwich (6 oz. w/onion rings & french fries) ...........
Chicken Sandwich ....................................
Chragrilled or Blackened

Stuffed Grouper ........................................
(Shrimp, Scallops and Blue Crab Stuffing)

Filet of Grouper ........................................
Filet of Flounder .......................................

Steamed Pots The ultimate in appetizers.

Oysters 1 dozen .............................................
Oysters 2 dozen .............................................
Oysters 3 dozen .............................................
Steamed Clams 1 dozen ..................................
Mussels 1 lb. ................................................

Little Mates Menu

House Specialties

Seafood Paella .........................................
Cold water lobster, shrimp, mussels, calamari, chorizo

8 oz Filet Mignon .....................................

Choice of french fries, parsley potatoes, baked potato, seasonal vegetables or rice,with hush puppies and coleslaw. Add grilled jumbo shrimp - Market Price

All Natural 12 oz NY Strip ........................

Choice of french fries, parsley potatoes, baked potato, seasonal vegetables or rice,with hush puppies and coleslaw. Add grilled jumbo shrimp - Market PriceChildren 10 yrs or under
Fish & Chips
Clam Strips
Hamburger
Chicken Fingers
Pasta
Fried Shrimp
Grilled Cheese
Hot Dog
All dinners served with fries (excluding pasta) and soft drink.

Seafood Kabob ........................................

No Adults Please

Shrimp, Grouper & Lobster with teriyaki pineapple topping

Chargrilled Platters

All served with choice of french fries, parsley potatoes, baked potato, seasonal vegetables orrice, with hush puppies and coleslaw.

Tilapia .....................................................
Grilled or Blackened

Garlic Grouper Dinner ..............................
Charbroiled Grouper ................................
Blackened Grouper Dinner ........................
Chicken Breasts 2 - 6 oz. breasts ...........................
Grilled, Blackened or Teriyaki

Catfish .....................................................
Grilled or Blackened

Creek Combo Pots For 2 People
Basic Pot no toppings ................................
For 1 ......
For 2 ......

No substitutions please
Each pot contains:
2 dozen unshucked steamed oysters, 1/2 lb peel & eat shrimp,
corn on the cob, onions & celery, and fresh baked garlic bread.

Steamed Clams 1 dozen .............................. add
Jumbo Snow Crab 1 1/4 lb. ................ add
Stone Crab Claws seasonal ................ add
Jumbo King Crab 1 1/4 lb. .................. add
1/2 Pound Sea Scallops ........................ add

Steamed Seafood Platters

Side Orders

Homemade Onion Rings ...............................
French Fries .................................................
Parsley Potatoes ..........................................
Rice ............................................................
Coleslaw .....................................................
Potato Salad ................................................
Fresh Corn on the Cob ..................................
Fresh Baked Garlic Bread .............................
Baked Potato (Served after 4 pm) .........................
Seasonal Vegetables ....................................
Hush Puppies ...............................................
Cottage Cheese ...........................................
Apple Sauce ................................................

Desserts

Key Lime Pie ................................................
Vanilla Bean Ice Cream .................................
Root Beer Float ............................................
Death By Chocolate .....................................

Ask About Our Fish Bowl Drinks(serves 2-4)

Blue BayouCoronarita

All served with choice of french fries, parsley potatoes, baked potato, seasonal vegetables orrice, with hush puppies and coleslaw.

Jumbo Snow Crab 1 1/4 lb. ....................
Stone Crab Claws seasonal .....................
Jumbo King Crab 1 1/4 lb. ......................
Steamed Shrimp Dinner Peel and eat (1/2 lb.) ..........
Beer Boiled Shrimp Dinner Peel and eat (1/2 lb.) ......
Maryland Spiced Shrimp DinnerPeel and eat (1/2 lb.) .....................................
Garlic Shrimp Dinner Peel and eat (1/2 lb.) ..............
Dungeness Crab Dinner 1 1/4 lb. ....................

Pasta

All served with garlic bread and choice of marinara sauce or alfredo sauce.

Seafood Fettucini ......................................

Please ask servers about our daily specials.
No personal checks.
Parties of 6 or more there will be an 20% service fee added.

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Shrimp, Scallops and Grouper

Shrimp Fettucini ........................................
Chicken Fettucini .......................................
Blackened or Grilled

Lobster Fettucini ........................................
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Beverages For Your Enjoyment!
Imported Beers - bottle

Beers

Amstel Light
Heineken
Kirin Ichiban
Corona & Corona Light
PacificoGuinness
Heineken Zero
Guinness Zero
Becks N/A

Draft Beers
Pint

Bud Light
Miller Lite
Michelob Ultra
ModeloLandshark Lager
Sweet Water IPA
Yuengling
Stella Artois
Seasonal Beer

Domestic Beers - bottle

Sam Adams LagerBudweiser - Bud Light
Miller LiteCoors Light
Michelob Ultra
Seasonal Cider
Nütrl - Ask About FlavorsPitcher

Full Service Bar Available

Wines

We have chosen these wines to best suit our seafood!

House Wines

Glass

1/2 Liter Full Liter
Chablis ..............................................
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..... pitcher .........
Sangria .............................................
Glass
BottleWhite Zinfandel ...............................................
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Featured Varietals
Pinot Grigio ..................................................
Riesling .........................................................
Sauvignon Blanc ............................................
Chardonnay ...................................................
Pinot Noir ......................................................
Merlot ............................................................
Cabernet Sauvignon .......................................

Glass.............
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BottleChampagne
Featured Bottle ..............................
Featured Split ..................................

Other Beverages

with free refills
Pepsi - Diet Pepsi
Sierra Mist (No caffeine)
Mountain Dew
Lemonade

Brewed Iced Tea
CoffeePineapple Juice
Orange Juice
Tomato Juice
Grapefruit JuiceHot Tea
Milk

Bottled Sparkling Water
Bottled Water
Bottled Root Beer