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Availability on 01/30/2013 around 7:00 PM for 2 people
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The Bay House
The Bay House

The Bay House Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Elegant
  • Website: http://www.bayhousenaples.com
  • Email: info@bayhousenaples.com
  • Phone: (239) 591-3837
  • Hours of Operation: Dinner: Monday - Sunday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Sunday Brunch: 10:30am - 2:00pm
    Lunch : Daily 11am - 2pm
  • Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: Seafood, American
  • Executive Chef: Andrew Hunter
  • Dress Code: Smart Casual
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Fireplace, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Smoking Area, Smoking Area (patio only), View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Entertainment: The Bay House offers live music every night and during Sunday Brunch.

Getting there

  • Cross Street: Highway 41
  • Parking: Valet
A word from The Bay House
The Bay House Restaurant is Naples’ hidden gem. Located directly on the Cocohatchee River, the restaurant offers spectacular waterfront dining and unparalleled views of the Cocohatchee wildlife preserve. Come and enjoy The Claw Bar & Tavern, made to order stews in our one-of-a kind steam kettles… and seafood towers assembled before your eyes in our open claw bar kitchen. The Bay House prides itself on its intimate, old Florida charm, with riverfront seating on our deck. The cuisine ranges from gracious, southern-influenced dishes to seafood entrees to neighborhood bistro-style fare. Many of The Bay House’s signature dishes include locally grown and locally produced ingredients. Join us for "Sundays on the Cocohatchee", our Sunday Brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Online reservations are available for dinner and Sunday Brunch. Enjoy live entertainment nightly, from 6:30pm-9:30pm. Continued
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners
  • Diners' Choice WinnerBest Ambiance
  • Diners' Choice WinnerSeafood
  • Diners' Choice WinnerVibrant Bar Scene
Diner Reviews
  • "Although we had heard great recommendations regarding the Bay House,we had a disappointing experience. The restaurant was nicely situated water side although the water was not to be seen after sunset at 6:30. We had arrived early and enjoyed a well prepared cocktail on the outside patio. The service once we sat down seemed slow since the waiter was not attentive. Food was left on our plates from lack of favor and simply disappointing. Never were we approached to see if we needed anything and after requesting some coffee the dessert menus were pretty much handed to us and then never explained.The coffee arrived so slowly that some of the guests wanted to just leave and pay on the way out! We will not return."
    Dined on 3/3/2014
  • "One of our favourite spots in SW Florida. We took some friends for their first visit and they were duly impressed. They are moving to the area so I guess they will be regular customers. Recommended the pan of mixed sea food, it is excellent. Enjoy"
    Dined on 3/2/2014
  • "The food is always presented beautifully. Delicious variety, hard to choose what to have."
    Dined on 3/2/2014
  • "Our first visit to the Bayhouse was delightful. The eggs benedict with crab was scrumptious. The spacious dining area is tiered so that every table has a view of the river where canoes and kayaks amble. Our server was faultless. She answered all our questions about the restaurant and adjoining tavern, which also looks inviting. Can't wait to visit again and bring friends."
    Dined on 3/2/2014
  • "This place is truly a gem. The food is well done and presented pleasantly. A place to return time and again."
    Dined on 3/2/2014
  • "As you approach, the Bay House's large covered patio area looks like an inviting place for a cocktail party. We dined indoors for brunch, but people were eating outside on another wraparound terrace affair overlooking the inland water route. Atmosphere charming, but we went for the food, which did not disappoint. The little Mason jars are a great concept; we had the pimiento cheese and Charleston crab, both fab. Went for lighter fare and had the frittata salad, but not until we'd had a couple fried oysters. We were not offered a bar beverage menu, and it did not appear diners nearby were drinking! Though there is a beautiful bar. Note: The baked Alabama is worth the trip! Couldn't wangle evening reservations, but this was as good."
    Dined on 3/1/2014
  • "food with a twist, but not too crazy. just an update on some classics. from soup to dessert not disappointed."
    Dined on 3/1/2014
  • "Had a reservation and had a lovely lunch out on the patio on the bay. The food was great and so was the scenery."
    Dined on 2/28/2014
  • "Great menu,great food, great service. Will go back for sure."
    Dined on 3/1/2014
  • "Love the beignets. the crab in an escargot plate are wonderful! Rack of lamb consistently good. We never are disappointed. It is our go to place with guests."
    Dined on 2/28/2014
  • "We thoroughly enjoyed the preparation, presentation and innovation at Bay House. It is one of the most, if not the most inventive in Southwest Florida. Of course everyone can always do better. Our wishes? Two changes would be nice: 1. Not to be rushed through a meal without the time to take a breath; 2. A little more creativity in the wine list. It reads like the advertisements from Wine Spectator, not the actual reviewed wines. To end on a positive note, we will come back."
    Dined on 2/28/2014
  • "We loved the dinner, appetizers, wines and we could hear each other at the table. Great wait staff. Highly recommend."
    Dined on 2/28/2014
  • "Good food, different seafood dishes than normally found. Good wine list."
    Dined on 2/28/2014
  • "Enough said, this has become our favorite dining place."
    Dined on 2/27/2014
  • "While the Bay House continues to be on my favorites list, our service on our last visit was extremely poor. We were seated on the far end of the deck and we suffered from a severe lack of attention. We had to repeatedly ask for bread and have the wine poured. Hopefully this was just a new inexperienced waitress and will not be repeated in the future."
    Dined on 2/23/2014
  • "This was our first visit to the Bay House. We had family in town and wanted a special place to dine. Since we're in season it was very crowded but still we managed to get 7:15 reservations that were made that morning. We arrived at 7:00 and were immediately seated. We sat in the raised area in the center of the room. There was a band playing when we went in and they were quite loud. I was concerned we would not be able to hear each other talk. However, when we were seated in the dining area, we didn't even hear the band. Our service was excellent, as well as the food. We had the pan seared scallops and Coastal pan roast as entrees as well as the shrimp cocktail. The shrimp was wonderful!!! Our server, Brian, was the best!"
    Dined on 2/26/2014
  • "We will return, great food and good energy inside. Very nice outside dinning as well. Excellent find !!"
    Dined on 2/25/2014
  • "This was our first time. We had reservations and we were seated immediately -great start. Our waitress was welcoming and provided us with details about the restaurant, food, other dining experiences. The food was outstanding! We plan to come back and enjoy the Tavern."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "Brought out of town friends and they loved it. Very different menu than what is available in CT."
    Dined on 2/21/2014
  • "Our server Anthony was knowledgeable and very attentative and the food was very good. The only problem was that my husband had to send his entree back because it was not hot. This is the second time that this has happened."
    Dined on 2/21/2014
  • "very good place to eat lunch, dinner , excellant service"
    Dined on 2/21/2014
  • "Consistency, quality and creativity. It has it all."
    Dined on 2/21/2014
  • "We had a wonderful meal and a great, knowledgeable and personable server."
    Dined on 2/20/2014
  • "Always good food and service. We sat in the dining room at our request. Have yet to visit Tierneys Tavern but it is on my bucket list"
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "Everything great! Stopped after dinner outside cigars! Bummer for such a great place."
    Dined on 2/17/2014
  • "First timers and pleasantly surprised. We arrived quite early for our reservation but they were most accommodating and gracious.we will return! Food and service were excellent.."
    Dined on 2/16/2014
  • "We expected the price to be high and the food to be excellent, only the first was true. While the food was tasty it was kind of bland and the portion to price ratio was way off. We typically share an app and an entree' but after the meal we were not satisfied. I would recommend the fried oysters, those were very good tasting.,"
    Dined on 2/16/2014
  • "Service and food were outstanding. Sat outdoors for Sunday brunch and it was delightful. Highly recommend Bay House for any occasion and for brunch, lunch or dinner."
    Dined on 2/16/2014
  • "We've been to the Bay House five times and once for lunch. Always a great meal because the chef knows how to combine the ingredients in unusual ways. Great service and ambience. Love the outdoor seating by the water."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "Outstanding quality and consistency of meals. Servers are cordial and the atmosphere is great if you are lucky to get a table facing the river/mangroves. Outside can be a challenge in warmer months especially at dusk."
    Dined on 2/13/2014
  • "Food was good but not exceptional. Service, the same. Our waiter was knowledgable but seemed a bit off, as if he wished he were somewhere else. Have eaten here several times over each of the last few years. This time was our least favorite. This restaurant is very popular and perhaps complacency is beginning to set in. Like Naples itself, perhaps the Bay House is beginning to smother from its own success."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "The very best oysters ever!! The restaurant needs to have these very special oysters all the time!!!!!"
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "It had been several years since we had been to the Bay House and although it was a favorite years ago, it had begun to look tired and the menu had not changed for some time. We were very impressed with the Bay House this last visit. We were greeted pleasantly when we arrived, our table was ready and our request for a window table was honored. The decor was the same but definitely redone. The chandeliers were a lovely addition. The service was outstanding. Our waitress, Andrea, was excellent, her timing impeccable. Her knowledge of the menu and wine list was impressive. She was incredibly polite and made us feel like she was genuinely concerned that we enjoy our evening. Our meal was a taste sensation. Every item we ordered was delicious."
    Dined on 2/13/2014
  • "We celebrated Valentines Day early and it was amazing. Food was great, drinks were great, service was great, and dessert was especially yummy."
    Dined on 2/13/2014
  • "You'd never know it's there as it's down a side road and not visa me from the main road. We couldn't believe how busy it was from the moment we pulled in until we left. We arrived early and enjoyed to live music in the bar over a glass of wine. Dinner was excellent and service was outstanding. From start to finish it was a great experience."
    Dined on 2/13/2014
  • "Delightful atmosphere at this hidden Gem tucked away off a side street! Quality Cuisine plus exceptional service- knowledgable & friendly. Worth the trip & worth the price!!!"
    Dined on 2/12/2014
  • "All four in our party enjoyed the service,and all enjoyed their selections.We will return!"
    Dined on 2/12/2014
  • "We really enjoy taking people here who have never been before. It is such a pleasant surprise, tucked back in next to the river. We've even seen dolphins playing in the river. My only reason for not giving the food 5 stars is that both my filet and one of our guests' filet were one level over cooked. When I showed my medium center of the filet to the server he said it was medium rare as ordered (only the tiniest area of the very center of the filet had a slight pink color- the rest was gray) I decided not to send it back and delay the meal. Our guest had the same situation with her medium beef being done to medium well. Perhaps our server should have been able to discern the meat was over cooked. Generally the staff is excellent."
    Dined on 2/12/2014
  • "Excellent food and service. We think this has to be in line for the areas top restaurant overall with food and service. I do not like Valet parking and that would be my only criticism of this restaurant. Why you can't just park your own car amazes me. My wife started with melon and ham, I had the lobster escargot style, both were excellent. For entree my wife had grouper and I had roast pan of assorted sea food. We had no room for a dessert. We will return but the people who recommended the place to us originally never come any more themselves because they too do not like Valet parking. This is something the owners should address I think, we noted cars parked everywhere on the approach road, I guess other people sharing our dislike."
    Dined on 2/13/2014
  • "We met friends for dinner at The Bay House. We were all very pleased with the dining experience and will definitely return."
    Dined on 2/11/2014
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  • Best Ambiance
  • Seafood
  • Naples Winners
  • Best Ambiance
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