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Sammy's Fish Box, Bronx, NY
Sammy's Fish Box, Bronx, NY
Sammy's Fish Box, Bronx, NY
Sammy's Fish Box, Bronx, NY
Sammy's Fish Box, Bronx, NY

Sammy's Fish Box

4.2
4.2
1053 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

Sammy’s Fish Box, NY’s premiere spot for seafood . A seafood lovers paradise for those who appreciate quality seafood in abundant portions. Jumbo Lobsters, Colossal Snow Crab Legs and Jumbo Fried Shrimp can all be found on one family size platter. Fresh fish is delivered daily . Late night dining till 2:00 AM

Also know for succulent BarBQ Ribs and Prime steaks. Latin Paella is a must try, paired with Sammy’s extraordinary frozen specialty drinks or sangria, it is a crowd pleaser.

Sammy’s Fish Box specializes in Large Parties, Birthdays, reunions making it a favorite destination for special occasions. Free parking, just 16 miles from Manhattan, 8 miles from the GW Bridge , and 5 miles from the Westchester. Open all year Check us out on Facebook to see all of the happy faces enjoying Sammy’s!

Sammy’s Fish Box 41 City Island Avenue Bronx New York 10464 718-885-0920
sammysfishbox.com/facebook
#sammys_fishbox
Our Take out dept. waas voted in the "top 10" in the USA by USA Today

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2 people

10:00 PM


Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Italian, Spanish
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–1:00 am Dinner Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 am
  • Phone number
    (718) 885-0920
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Owner Chef Sam Chernin
  • Neighborhood
    Bronx
  • Cross street
    City Island Avenue and Rochelle Street
  • Parking details
    FREE PARKINGWe have 5 parking lots that offer valet as well as a free self parking lot.
  • Public transit
    BX 29 Bus Stops at our front door
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,053 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Bronx

    Great for brunch

  • Bronx

    Kid-friendly

  • Bronx

    Good for groups

  • Bronx

    Healthy

  • Bronx

    Hot spot

  • Bronx

    Good for special occasions

  • Bronx

    Lively

  • Bronx

    Most Booked

1,053 Reviews
  1. MONTB

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sammy's was awesome, my wife and I enjoyed the atmosphere service was great and the food fantastic very good value for your money. I will visit again soon.

    1 person found this helpful

  2. JoeK

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience3
    My fiancé and I celebrated our 1st date which was there 3 years ago.

    1 person found this helpful

  3. MartyW

    New York Area

    94 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    94 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have been going to Sammy’s for years. The service has actually improved the last 2 years and the food remains top notch!

    1 person found this helpful

  4. CoquiTravels

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From the moment you walk in till your last goodbye, everything from service to quality of food was superb!

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  5. MadMaxx

    New York Area

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Food was very good, however it seems the feast for 2 prices have increased dramatically. The place had a very boisterous group seated directly behind us and their volume was reprehensible. Service was excellent.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. LesleyH

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience3
    Haven't been to City Island in years and this was the place my husband always liked to go to. YOu read so many bad reviews about City Island Restaurants didn't know what to expect. We were satisfied and even pleasantly surprised. The wood-roasted Chilean Sea Bass was excellent as was the branzino. Unfortunately, the blue fish filet had way too many bones. The New England clam chowder was on point. The extras such as giardiniera and cornbread are a great touch.

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  7. Lucy

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was excellent and the seafood fresh and delicious.

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  8. Luther0713

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a special moment because I just met my Great Aunt for first time and we connected through Ancestry

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was so tasty, perfect temperature and presented well

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is a n amazing seafood restaurant with great food and employees that understands the importance of serving food to the people. The kids had ball and the adults were very happy. Thanks a ton Sammy’s! Keep up the great work.

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  11. Terri

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love Sammy's and the staff is amazing. I would recommend and continue to come.

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  12. fancy

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on July 25, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    We enjoy this restaurant. We love the food. The portions are great.We always have left overs to go home with and the staff is always very attentive. I always recommend this restaurant to others.

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  13. MishoneS

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    I ordered the shrimp lobster tail and snow crab legs the waiter brought out king crab legs knowing I said snow not king the food had no taste at all worst outing ever with a huge bill Yes and the drink if you order is a shot size drink 👎🏽

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  14. MurielG

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 4, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience2
    Decor is dated. Food is average. Based on what I had read, I was expecting it to be better.

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  15. ZullyD

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    The food is delicious but extremely overpriced. It's gotten worse over the years. For myself and 2 girls it was over $200 with tip. Our server was great but the hostess had an attitude and first seated us in a secluded section where everyone can see us eating as they walk into the door. It was very uncomfortable. We then had to wait to be acknowledged to be moved to a different table. Food is great, price isn't.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Menu was overwhelming, too many options for me. Food was good, great taste.

    1 person found this helpful

  17. BarryE

    Atlantic City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We celebrated our anniversary there and it was an awesome experience. I absolutely love Sammy’s Fish Box. Great menu, great drinks, and great atmosphere.

    1 person found this helpful

  18. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sammy’s is always on point we go there all the time it never changes food is always a1

    1 person found this helpful

  19. ExHirsch

    Atlantic City

    30 reviews

    3.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Mixed review. Service was good not great. I made a few requests our waiter didn’t seem to fully understand. He had on a mask and English wasn’t his native language. He was pleasant and attentive. My husband loved his meal and it was a good size portion of lobster, crab, shrimp and plenty of rice. Bread and corn bread were both good. I even liked the pickled veggies. Salad was basic but good. I ordered swordfish. When it came I questioned if it was right. Looked nothing like swordfish. It seemed to have a light breading but I ordered broiled. Nothing else was on the dish and it looked sad. The taste was terrible. Worst ever. I expressed this to the waiter and he made no attempt to rectify it. It was not edible. And sat uneaten except for 2 bites. $40 btw. It was supposed to come with vegetables. I had to ask and was given corn, which was fine but not my idea of a healthy veg. I mentioned we were celebrating my husband’s birthday and they brought us a nice piece of carrots cake. I thought how nice. Comped us Dessert for the terrible fish. Nope….we were charged for it. Something’s were good but overall 3/10. Would not recommend.

    1 person found this helpful

  20. Lucy

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thank you for the great service and delicious seafood. I highly recommend.

    1 person found this helpful

  21. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sammy's never disappoints! Absolutely enjoyed every moment of celebrating my birthday at Sammy's. Food was absolutely fresh and delicious and service was impeccable. I cannot wait to return with family and friends to enjoy Sammy's fantastic dishes, drinks and desserts.

    1 person found this helpful

  22. SHERRYP

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Sammys is always packed which is a testament to its good food and large servings.

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  23. HajaraM

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Very good food and prompt service. Table for two was quite small. Overall I had a good experience

    1 person found this helpful

  24. JohnP

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great I been going there for years with family and friends

    1 person found this helpful

  25. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I didn't realize how much extra food came with your meal 😋😋😋 All was delicious 😋😋😋

    1 person found this helpful

  26. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    My mom loves this place but I do not eat seafood. Server spilled some sort of creamy substance all over my new boots.

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  27. Robert

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food was okay, I’ve had better. Filet Mignon didn’t seem like it was a prime cut. I asked for medium well and that’s what I received. However, the tenderness and appearance wasn’t at a 5 star level. Calamari didn’t seem fresh, they were all identical, as if they came out of a frozen box. Lobster tail was tough, probably a little over done. Service was OK, definitely not 5 star level though. Sammy’s has been a City Island staple forever, but it’s not what it used to be.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 3, 2022

    overall1food1service5ambience5
    Lobster pasta dish was spoiled - had to send back - received no apologies from management

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service!

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was great. Had a great waiter a Jamaican guy who helped my group and I with some great choices. It was a very good experience thank you Sammy’s

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We have been coming to Sammy’s for over 20 years…the restaurant to choose when going to City Island!

    1 person found this helpful

  32. Froggie1

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Sammy’s was very good , as usual. Always an abundance of food- some could share the entrees it’s not inexpensive ,a meal for 2 w 1 cocktail each ( no appetizer and no dessert was $129 ( including tax) w tip you are over $150. Sammy’s no longer takes reservations. For parties less than 4 people. As weekends can get really crowded w people waiting (reminiscent of Red Lobster ) we would select another City Island restaurant on the weekend. We have been many times and will be back. Food - I had shrimp parm and my husband has the broiled combo shrimp and scallop plater- both super yummy. I have never had a disappointing meal.

    1 person found this helpful

  33. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 9, 2022

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    It was amazing

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  34. djr1010

    New York Area

    43 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2022

    overall3food2service3ambience2
    I used to love Sammy’s. But the quality of the food has deteriorated. The service is mediocre. Prices are now OBSCENELY high. And it’s kind of shocking that there have become soooo greedy that even with $50+ entrees they still charge you for iced tea refills. You can do better elsewhere.

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  35. StevenL

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 28, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We (our family) we’re frequent visitors to Sammy’s years ago We choose to return due to our small family reunion 3 brothers & spouses from Vegas, Florida & NY getting together to reminisce The place looks the same dated, service was excellent but it wasn’t at all busy I guess being a weekday night But I found the quality of food not as I remembered it to be when we first started to come to Sammy’s and that’s more then 20 years ago I tend to see that trend in long established places and of course prices are much higher If you want to experience a out of the way city place for fish on a charming island then try it as for being a tourist But I guess a return to Sammy’s for me is out of the question

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  36. JoanA

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food was good the portions were large very enjoyable

    1 person found this helpful

  37. Stephy

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    A bit disappointing. Prices are way too high, service is not so great and the overall experience was not worth the price. I use to live going here but for what we paid was not worth it anymore. There’s other places to go for the amount we paid.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was Amazing as usual & my family's first time visit loved it as well.

    1 person found this helpful

  39. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very friendly service, chill atmosphere and very good seafood.

    1 person found this helpful

  40. CaraS

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    1.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall1food2service1ambience3
    One of the worst dining experiences we’ve ever had. Waited 30 minutes just to have a waiter greet us and took over an hour and a half to get our food. Will never be dining here again.

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FAQs

Sammy's Fish Box does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Sammy's Fish Box also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (718) 885-0920.

Sammy's Fish Box is rated 4.2 stars by 1053 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

10:00 PM


Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sammy's Fish Box

41 City Island Ave, Bronx, NY 10464

Additional information

  • Cross street
    City Island Avenue and Rochelle Street
  • Neighborhood
    Bronx
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–1:00 am Dinner Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 am
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Italian, Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    FREE PARKINGWe have 5 parking lots that offer valet as well as a free self parking lot.
  • Public transit
    BX 29 Bus Stops at our front door
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Owner Chef Sam Chernin
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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