Tucked away in the tiny fishing village of Cortez sits a family-run seafood market that has been pulling in fresh Gulf catches for over a century. Star Fish Company started as a humble dock operation and has grown into one of Florida’s most beloved waterfront eateries without losing an ounce of its old-school charm.
With five generations of family history behind it and thousands of happy customers leaving five-star reviews, this cash-only spot proves that sometimes the best things in life are worth waiting in line for.
A Working Dock That Doubles as Your Dining Room
Most restaurants try to create an authentic waterfront vibe with nautical decorations and fish nets on the walls. Star Fish Company skips the theatrics entirely because you’re literally eating on an actual working fishing dock.
Pelicans waddle around waiting for scraps while local fishermen pull up in their boats to clean their daily catches right in front of you…