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Sammy's Shrimp Box

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41 City Island Ave (at Rochelle Street)
Bronx, NY 10464

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(718) 885-3200
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Ambiance Is Great. Food & Drinks even better.. My wife and I had cocktails and dinner at Sammy's on City Island a few days ago and as always we were very happy with the experienc...

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Went to Sammy's in December, 2009 and really enjoyed the food and service. On Fri., 9/10/10, the family wanted to go out for a seafood/fish dinner and everyone agreed on Sammy's. ...

so much great food 6/9/2009

We visited Sammy's this past Monday evening. The restaurant was busy, with an animated atmosphere. We were greeted at the door, and seated promptly on time for our reservation. Our server, Bud, was attentive and friendly and provided some great menu recommendations. The carb cakes and the baked clams were both great. Our dinner was accompanied by some the yankee game on a huge flat screen TV, . We never felt rushed during dinner. We left more than satisfied with our meal - the restaurant provided a great mix of quality, service, and value. We'll certainly be back. more
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Great Apple Martini and Great Food 6/2/2009

My wife and I have gone to Sammy's a few times. We usually go there on special occasions. I have never had a problem with it. The food is super excellent, service is awesome, ambiance is lovely. The pricing is a little steep, but it's well worth it. Pros: Drinks and food more
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Great Place for a Party 5/25/2009

I truly thank Sammy's and their great staff for helping pull off the best party ever.............the food is still being raved about, and the location is beautiful. I would highly recommend Sammy's Fishbox for any occasion. Totally a warm, funky and fun atmosphere. Pros: Great Party Place more
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I visit often 5/24/2009

Sammy's has fine seafood! You have try their jumbo fried wild shrimp, it is the best fried shrimp I have ever tasted in my entire life. I love seafood, and this is definitely one of my favorite seafood restaurants! Pros: service & food Cons: very busy more
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Seafood extraordinaire 5/23/2009

The seafood is the tops in the Bronx and beyond, as far as I am concerned, huge portions of super fresh and delicious food. Lot of freebees as well, including a free menu for my kids, which certainly hepls in these trying times. But I would go to Sammy's anyway even if nothing was free, The place rocks and I love it. Pros: Food and staff more
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A Nice Treat 5/22/2009

My first time there was a bad experience. They forgot to seat us so we were waiting for at least 2 hours. They ended up giving us a complimentry return pass. The next time i went it was amazing. It was a little less busy and they waitress was so sweet. The food was just about the most amazing thing i have ever had. Pros: Food & Atmosphere Cons: always a crowd more
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supreme seafood 5/17/2009

The service was beyond incredible, the waiters are so friendly and eager to cater to your every need. The fresh shucked oysters and clams were ice cold and delicious LOVE THEIR free house SALAD! As for the meal, I am absolutely amazed by their surf and turf combinations! It was unlike any other! There's an amazing selection of seafood and meat So you better come HUN-GRY! And trust me, you WILL BE SATISFIED for DAYS! My favorite is definitely the prime rib & maine lobster! Overall, the experience was truly beyond amazing.. I didn't even want to leave the restaurant! Me and my girlfriend will definitely be going back there soon! It is our ultimate favorite place to dine! Pros: giant portion, fresh seafood Cons: always very busy more
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Super star seafood 5/14/2009

We had expected a bit of a tourist trap, but were greatly surprised. Everything, including the service, was first rate. I had a 3 lb Maine lobster steamed to perfection. My partner had halibut which was as fresh as could be. We had to wait about ten minutes for our 8:30 Friday night reservation. Pros: Food & service Cons: a bit noisy more
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Great food & a wonderful evening 5/13/2009

I dined there two weeks ago with some friends from work. We all had a wonderful time the food and the service was outstanding. We got a lot for our buck and were surprised at our server?s knowledge and personable attentiveness. I had the crab cakes and the wild salmon it was delicious, my friend the rib eye and he said it was terrific. Oh at last we finished with this chocolate berry Cake ""OH MY GOD"". I was in heaven. I also enjoyed the warm pine decor, we felt very much at home and will definitely return. Pros: so fresh fish more
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Very Very Good Restaurant 5/12/2009

It is almost impossible to find a restaurant for a romantic dinner or a fun lively time with some friends or a great party setting with such reliable service and continually fabulous food. Maybe that is why there are so many regulars at Sammy?s Fishbox on City Island The food is consistently delicious, always go for the fish and beef combination to their incredible feast for two that can feed four. The wine list is good, there is always a nice Red available and the staff is friendly and competent. I'm there every couple of weeks and from all the friendly faces I now recognize, so are a lot of other Bronxites. Pros: Food, Value, Dessert more
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Mother's day feast 5/11/2009

We went to Sammy?s Fishbox on City Island for Mothers Day. The restaurant has a very nice atmosphere; the food was very good and also had an excellent service. Oh, I got to compliment on the free breads and cheese, olives and relish tray as well. They were all excellent! (I'm originally from San Francisco and very picky about food) I'd definitely go back to Sammy?s again for dinner next time Pros: Great breads and cheese more
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where I go when I eat seafood 5/10/2009

I love this restaurant. They have the best food. There seafood selection is amazing. The last time I ate there I came home with leftovers for two days. I would highly recommend them to others. Pros: Never had a back meal more
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Awesome place 5/7/2009

Ate dinner here this evening, and was very impressed overall. The place has a nice ambience, without being pretentious. Service was very attentive and helpful. The wine selection was substantial without being overly pricey. The food was the star though. Our dishes were outstanding, from the mahi tuna to the baby back ribs and halibut mains. They were prepared to perfection and were delicious. I wholeheartedly recommend this place... Pros: absolutely the freshest food Cons: Very Busy more
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AThere is Nothing better than fresh seafood 5/4/2009

If you are looking for some fresh fish and many varieties, Sammy's Fishbox on City Island in the Bronx is the place . You can get Grouper,Flounder,Mahi Mahi,Tuna and many more selections.They fixed them either broiled,fried,pan seared,or sauteed, or baked.Its so good to actually taste fresh fish and have it cooked correctly.We will be back. Pros: Fresh fish and tender beef more
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Worth the drive every time 5/4/2009

This is the best place for fresh seafood & steaks. We drive 2 hours from Staten Island just to eat here. Every time we have eaten here the food is great & service is top notch. Watch out for the Mojito's they will sneak up on you Pros: Food is outstanding more
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Lobster Heaven 5/1/2009

I have been here several times and have tried many different dishes and they have all been excellent! The food also comes out very fast! I would especially recommend their famous fried Jumbo shrimp which comes with various other items, like king crab legs, snow legs, baby back ribs and more. I couldn't believe the variety of combinations our table tried many and they all were great. I can't wait to retiurn to Sammy's again and again. Pros: Freshest seafood ever Cons: long wait sometimes more
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Loyal customer since they opened 4/29/2009

I have been going to Sammy's since they first opened in a small shack like restaurant in City Island and have never been disappointed. The food is always fresh, the service friendly, and the prices reasonable. Sammy's has a casual atmosphere with great seafood and even the Ribs and steaks are fantastic. Their fried foods are the best on the planet and are worth the splurge! Pros: Fresh food prepared perfectly more
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Great Food and Staff 4/26/2009

Highly recommend the selection of fresh catch of the day and the New England Clam chowder as well as the huge selection of surf and Turf combinations, You dream it and Sammy's menu has it. I never get tired of comiong back tpo try something different. Try a Mojito at the friendly and fun bar or ask Amad to make you one of his specials. Fresh seafood, prof & friendly Staff and good music make this place easy to recommend Pros: No Doubt the Best Seafood around more
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Top of Top 4/23/2009

Nearly every dish that lands on the table is overwhelming, , but a few standout starters include roasted lump crab cakes with a 20-year-old Ambroshante sherry based sauce, the Maine lobster bisque and the classic house fresh salad were perfect. For the main course, fennel-butter basted twin south African lobster tails melts away and fresh, flavorful fishes like Alaskan halibut or wild salmon will not disappoint the most discerning seafood connoisseur. I can,t want to return to Sammy's next week for my birthday. Pros: Fresh Fish, lobster and king crab legs more
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Definitely The Place to Go for Fresh Seafood 4/21/2009

I've taken out of town friends here twice and it was great both times. It's got a classy, warm log cabiney decor -- but the best thing is the Pros: Fresh Fresh fish more
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City Island restaurant with expansive seafood menu, feast platters, children's menu and separate bar--open late.

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  • About Sammy's

    41 City Island Avenue, Bronx New York 10464

    When You visit Sammy's Fish Box on City Island, you can expect impeccable service, unforgettable meals and captivating ambiance. Executive chef and owner Sam Chernin takes pride in showcasing spectacularly flavorful yet unpretentious just out of the water seafood dishes. Try our legendary Feast Platters. The Italian Feast for two features extremely generous portions of Whole live Maine Lobster, Jumbo Succulent Shrimp, Mussels and three kinds of Crab served with our famous garlic or marinara sauce over hot steaming fresh pasta.

    You should also try one of our Surf and Turf selections from New York's largest " Surf & Turf Menu" as well as our hard shell fresh only live Maine lobsters, Jumbo King crab Legs and the largest Snow Crab Legs offered anywhere. Sammy's also features the world best Baby Back Ribs, Prime Black Ang

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  • City Island restaurant with expansive seafood menu, feast platters, children's menu and separate bar--open late.

  • 3/22/2006 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Sun-Thu 11:30am-2am Fri-Sat 11:30am-4am
  • Payments: Discover, American Express, Master Card, Visa
  • Neighborhoods: City Island
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