Best Cozy Restaurants in Sanford

Had a great time here for Valentine’s Day. The three course fixed menu was well priced and satisfying. The bread pudding was the star of the show after well put together entrees and visually satisfying cocktails. Very professional staff. I would come back here again. Ambiance is good for dates.

This was our first time dining here, and it exceeded our expectations and then some! Our server was Elizabeth. She was so knowledgeable of the menu & recommended the Japanese milk bread, which is to DIE FOR! Definitely a must try when dining at F&D. It was Valentine’s Day, we were a little late for our reservation, but they were so kind & sat us with no problem at all. I was even given a rose for the occasion. Our sweet server, Elizabeth, gifted us a box of chocolate & sweet card at the end of the meal. If I could eat here for breakfast, lunch & dinner, I totally would. To start I ordered the French onion soup. 8/10 only because the cheese wasn’t as melted as I would like! But the taste was absolutely phenomenal. Portion size was 10/10, I couldn’t finish the bowl. I got the scallops for my main dish which were, more than amazing! Large & perfectly cooked. To drink I had an espresso martini, again, absolutely outstanding. Probably the best I’ve ever had. My husband had the NY strip blackened & I helped him gobble that down too. We shared a side of mashed potatoes. My man is picky with his potatoes and he gave them an 11/10. We left here stuffed, but not feeling terrible and sickly. We will definitely be regulars here. The price is not bad at all considering the quality and experience you are getting. Love this place!

This restaurant should run the government lol We went on Valentine’s Day (usually a day of mediocre service and food due to crowds). Not fishbones! The staff was bending over backwards hustling - everyone working together efficiently. The food was perfectly prepared - no detail was lacking. It’s always a consistently outstanding experience no matter the day time or holiday. I always love the Chilean sea bass and the dang bang shrimp. The steak is also pure perfection. This time we tried the shrimp cocktail and….wow. HUGE shrimp with an exceptional flavor and texture. The cost is always shocking but I’ve never had anything that didn’t feel worth the price. We love to come here for special occasions.

Great food and great service as always, made our Valentine’s Day special.

First time coming here and was not disappointed. Love the environment, the use of the Old Jailhouse. You get theming and history of downtown Sanford. The food was excellent! Had some starters with croquettes, pretzels and Calamari! So delicious, the flavors came out in all of the dishes. Then the entree’s so fresh, inventive and delicious. Tried a little bit of family dishes, from NY strip to their burger to Steak Mac. The staff super friendly, tentative and gave good recommendations! Will be back most definitely.