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
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.
Gulf Shrimp
Large and jumbo shrimp, plus coconut shrimp and cooked, ready-to-eat options for an easy dinner.
Market priceText to check
Grouper, Snapper & Fish
Black grouper, snapper, hogfish and tripletail when the Gulf delivers, plus salmon, mahi, swordfish and ahi tuna.
Market priceCall for today's fish
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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.
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
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
We confirm
We'll confirm your order and the day's market price, and set it aside for you.
- 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
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 standHats
Caps to keep the Florida sun off.
At the stand
Cocktail Sauce
Our own recipe, made for shrimp and oysters.
At the stand
Mustard Sauce
The classic pairing for stone crab.
At the stand
Coming soon
KooziesStickersTote bagsGift cards
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.
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Hours & location
Checking hours…
| Wednesday | 11 AM – 3 PM |
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| Thursday | 11 AM – 3 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM – 3 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM – 3 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
Fresh, never frozen. See you Wednesday.
Call or text to check this week's case, or come straight to the stand.