Sammy's Fish Box

4.6

1081 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

Sammy's Fish Box

4.6

$30 and under

Seafood

City Island

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Good for groups
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

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
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Our Take out dept. waas voted in the "top 10" in the USA by USA Today

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
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
Website
http://www.sammysfishbox.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Owner Chef Sam Chernin

Location
41 City Island Ave, Bronx, NY 10464
Neighborhood
City Island
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

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Littleneck or Cherrystone Calms
- Served 6$9.95
- Served 12$15.95
Blue Point Oysters
served individually
- each$2.50
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail (5)$15.95
Calamari salad$14.95
Chiller Platter$19.95
iced combo of shrimp, clams & oysters
Baked Clams
- (6)$10.95
- (12)$16.95
Clams Casino (8)$16.95
Clams in Garlic Sauce or Red Sauce$17.95
hot or sweet
Soft Shell Steamers
Ipswich
- Market Price
Oysters Rockefeller (6)$18.95
creamed spinach & mozzarella
Tender fresh Mussels$15.95
cooked in Garlic or Red Sauce
Fried Tender Calamari$13.95
Hot Antipasto
- Served for 2$29.95
Piri Piri Shrimp Appetizer$17.95
spicy hot
Coconut Shrimp$16.95
Bang - Bang Shrimp$15.95
Half a Rack of BBQ Ribs$13.95
pork
Spicy Buffalo Wings$12.95
Buffalo Wings & Buffalo Shrimps$15.95
spicy
Mozzarella Sticks$10.95
Calamari$15.95
in red sauce, sweet or hot
Maryland Lump Crab Cakes (2)$27.95
Fried Clam Strips$15.95
Order of Tostones$5.95

Sammy's Chowders

Bronx Clam Chowder$6.95
Manhattan Clams Chowder$6.95
New England Clam Chowder$6.95
French Onion Soup$6.95
Lobster Bisque$7.95

Sammy's Fried Specialties

Our Famous Jumbo Fried Shrimp$27.95
Fried Coconut Shrimp$28.95
Fried Calamari Platter$24.95
Fried Day Boat Sea Scallops$32.95
Fried Porgies$26.95
Fried Whiting$26.95
Fried Lobster Tails$34.95
Fried Clam Strip Platter$24.95
Fried Blue Fish$25.95
Fried Fillet of Sole$29.95
Chicken Finger Platter$21.95
Southern Style Fried Chicken$21.95
Fried Whole Red Snapper$35.95
Fried Shrimp & Scallops$34.95
Authentic Fish & Chips$27.95
Super Fried Seafood Combo Platter$39.95
shrimp, fillet of fish, scallops & calamari

Jumbo Shrimp Combinations

each shrimp combination starts with our famous colossal size shrimp which can be prepared fried or scampi style. then add your own favourite fresh fish selection. served broiled of fried

Shrimp & Fillet of Sole$39.95
Shrimp & Porgy$29.95
Shrimp & Whiting$29.95
Shrimp & Tilapia$31.95
Shrimp & Whole Red Snapper$44.95
Shrimp & Alaskan Salmon$36.95
Shrimp & Stripped Bass$39.95

Sammy's Chef Specials

All of our chef specials are prepared to order. they are first baked in our famous scampi sauce, then popped under the broiler. any fish entree can also be grilled, sauteed or prepared cajun style. Any item can be stuffed with crabmeat for $16.95

Jumbo Shrimp Scampi$29.95
Tender Jumbo Shrimp$46.95
stuffed with king crabmeat
Caribbean Shrimp Scampi$29.95
coconut & curry
Shrimp Florentine$32.95
Deep Sea Scallops a La Scampi$32.95
Broilled Shrimp & Scallops$35.95
Baked Fillet of Sole$32.95
Baked Fillet of Sole Florentine$34.95
stuffed with spinach & Muenster Cheese
Fillet of Sole$44.95
stuffed with crabmeat or jumbo shrimp
Baked Ocean Blue Fish$25.95
Alaskan Salmon Filet$29.95
Sammy's Famous Baked Whole Red Snapper$36.95
North Atlantic Swordfish$32.95
Whole Striped Bass$29.95
Fresh Tune Steak$32.95
Wild Tilapia$27.95
Chilean Sea Bass$36.95
fresh
Fresh Halibut Steak$32.95
with lemon butter or mustard sauce
Catfish$26.95
Seafood Skewer$39.95
1/2-lobster tail, sea scallops, shrimp, king crabs, sword fish, fillet of sole over cajun rice
9 to 10 OZ Lobster Tail$36.95
Twin Lobster Tail Platter$56.95
stuffed with crabmeat or shrimp
Jumbo Snow Crab Legs$39.95
Crab Leg Combination$59.95
alakan king crab legs & snow crab legs
Maryland Lump Crab Cake Dinner$39.95
Traditional New England Split Open Lobster Roll$29.95
served with coleslaw, french fries or potato chips & pickle
Sammy's Broiled Combination$43.95
our house specialty here at sammy's fish box! this combination comes with shrimp, scallops, fillet of fish, baked clams, baked mussels, & 1/2 a lobster tail

Pacific Northwest Wood Roasted Fish

Native americans pioneered the art of roastingfish on wood planks. european settlers then added seasoning enhancing the aroma and flavours imparted by the planks. this tradition has been renewed at sammy's where your fish is baked on automatic alder wood planks

Red Snapper$38.95
Swordfish$34.95
Chilean Sea Bass$36.95
Halibut$33.95
Salmon$32.95
Tuna$33.95
Whole Stripped Bass$32.95

Italian Specialties

Jumbo Shrimp$29.95
in garlic sauce, served in a pot withfresh pasta
Linguine$25.95
with red or white clam sauce
Calamari$24.95
in a red sauce, hot, sweet or garlic
Sammy's Shrimp Parmigiana$29.95
Shrimp risotto$31.95
Seafood Risotto$39.95
Veggie Risotto$21.95
Chicken & Shrimp Parmigiana Combo$29.95
Eggplant Parmigiana$21.95
Chicken Parmigiana$22.95
Pot of Succulent Rope Mussels$23.95
cooked in a garlic white win or marinara sauce. can be served over pasta or with french fries
Pasta Del Mar$37.95
in red or garlic sauce. a whole lobster served with clams & mussels over a bed of fresh pasta

What 1,081 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Bronx
Kid-friendly
Bronx
Good for groups
Bronx
Healthy
Bronx
Neighborhood gem
Bronx
Great for scenic views
Bronx
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Sammy's Fish Box on City Island offers a delightful seafood experience with "phenomenal service" and "fresh seafood" that never disappoints. The restaurant is renowned for its generous portions, making it perfect for special occasions. Despite some inconsistencies in service, many patrons find the dining experience "10/10" and consistently satisfying.

1,081 Reviews

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JAMES
New York City
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic great service. Always good food never unsatisfied
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drew
New York City
15 reviews
3.0
15 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Went out with family to celebrate my Birthday. Service was subpar for the amount of staff walking around. Our waiter would make guest appearances. We would see him and them what seemed like hours he would reappear. We were missing a salad, a bowl to put our shells( snow crab legs and lobster) We had to request wipes for our hands!!!! Our bill was way over $600, I expected and was disappointed with the service we received that day. Our food was great. Everyone was pleased with their meal except my daughter. Her snow crab legs were MEATLESS! We encouraged her to inform the staff but she declined.
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Don
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sammy’s always delivers I go there all the time the consistency is always top notch the only knock is the salad I don’t like the salad they serve every thing else is one thousand percent !!!
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Maurice
New York City
30 reviews
vip
4.0
30 reviews
Dined on October 5, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Good food and drinks at a reasonable price and you don’t have to get to dressed up to enjoy a nice seafood dinner
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Marty
New York City
104 reviews
5.0
104 reviews
Dined on September 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sammy's Fish Box has consistently stepped up their game. The quality of food and service has been great.
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Clayre
New York City
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From beginning to end, there is GREAT customer service and delicious food. Thank you!
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Ellisa
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed an amazing couples night at Sammy’s. The food, service, and drinks were all great.
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Tiffany
New York City
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
City Island staple. Food is good - cheesy decor and all. Huge portions ecexpt for the 1.5 lb lobster I ordered and the 1 lb I receive. Heave alchohol in the drinks but cheap quality. That said it is not fine dining but definitely a choice when you just want to go eat.
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Claire
New York City
16 reviews
vip
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Portion sizes are generous. Bread service was impressive and included. I ordered fried shrimp which had no flavor. Why not lightly season the shrimp and/or the batter? Same with the side pasta dish with garlic and oil. Although you saw the garlic, there was still no taste as it lacked salt. Cocktails were brought out in plastic “glasses”. Service was on point.
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Massimo
New York City
34 reviews
4.0
34 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Been going to Sammy's Fish Box for many years. I must say that this time I was a bit more disappointed than ever. The reservation was good and I was seated immediately. The server that came was a female who said she was going to be my server. She never returned and a male said he was now my waiter. Ok. He wasn't as attentive as I was used to being a customer all these years. Needless to say the service was slower than usual. The back area where I was seated looked as though it had recently been painted and the lighting updated. That was a Plus (although the paint job was a bit sloppy around the red pipes). I noticed the food prices had jumped about 20 dollars more for the feast for 2 plates since last I came here. When the food came,. I was a bit disappointed to see that it appeared the amount of seafood given had been reduced and it appeared more spaghetti was in its place. That didn't justify the price increase at all. Skipped on dessert because the bill was a bit more whopping than I had anticipated. Also there was a child screaming loudly the entire time 1 table away. Hence the noise/ambiance rating being lower. Truly wish everything (except the decor) would revert back to the way it was at least 5 years ago. (More food, more affordable prices and spectacular service). It's just not the same Sammy's that I recall. Just being honest.
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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 4.6 stars by 1081 OpenTable diners.

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

Sammy's Fish Box

4.6

$30 and under

Seafood

City Island

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

41 City Island Ave, Bronx, NY 10464

Additional information

Cross street
City Island Avenue and Rochelle Street
Neighborhood
City Island
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–1:00 am Dinner Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 am
Price
$30 and under
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

Website
http://www.sammysfishbox.com/
Phone number
(718) 885-0920

Featured in

100 New York / Tri-State Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Sammy's Fish Box

Sammy's Fish Box

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

100 New York / Tri-State Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Sea Treasures

Littleneck or Cherrystone Calms

Blue Point Oysters

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail (5)$15.95

Calamari salad$14.95

Chiller Platter$19.95

Baked Clams

Clams Casino (8)$16.95

Clams in Garlic Sauce or Red Sauce$17.95

Soft Shell Steamers

Oysters Rockefeller (6)$18.95

Tender fresh Mussels$15.95

Fried Tender Calamari$13.95

Hot Antipasto

Piri Piri Shrimp Appetizer$17.95

Coconut Shrimp$16.95

Bang - Bang Shrimp$15.95

Half a Rack of BBQ Ribs$13.95

Spicy Buffalo Wings$12.95

Buffalo Wings & Buffalo Shrimps$15.95

Mozzarella Sticks$10.95

Calamari$15.95

Maryland Lump Crab Cakes (2)$27.95

Fried Clam Strips$15.95

Order of Tostones$5.95

Sammy's Chowders

Bronx Clam Chowder$6.95

Manhattan Clams Chowder$6.95

New England Clam Chowder$6.95

French Onion Soup$6.95

Lobster Bisque$7.95

Sammy's Fried Specialties

Our Famous Jumbo Fried Shrimp$27.95

Fried Coconut Shrimp$28.95

Fried Calamari Platter$24.95

Fried Day Boat Sea Scallops$32.95

Fried Porgies$26.95

Fried Whiting$26.95

Fried Lobster Tails$34.95

Fried Clam Strip Platter$24.95

Fried Blue Fish$25.95

Fried Fillet of Sole$29.95

Chicken Finger Platter$21.95

Southern Style Fried Chicken$21.95

Fried Whole Red Snapper$35.95

Fried Shrimp & Scallops$34.95

Authentic Fish & Chips$27.95

Super Fried Seafood Combo Platter$39.95

Jumbo Shrimp Combinations

Shrimp & Fillet of Sole$39.95

Shrimp & Porgy$29.95

Shrimp & Whiting$29.95

Shrimp & Tilapia$31.95

Shrimp & Whole Red Snapper$44.95

Shrimp & Alaskan Salmon$36.95

Shrimp & Stripped Bass$39.95

Sammy's Chef Specials

Jumbo Shrimp Scampi$29.95

Tender Jumbo Shrimp$46.95

Caribbean Shrimp Scampi$29.95

Shrimp Florentine$32.95

Deep Sea Scallops a La Scampi$32.95

Broilled Shrimp & Scallops$35.95

Baked Fillet of Sole$32.95

Baked Fillet of Sole Florentine$34.95

Fillet of Sole$44.95

Baked Ocean Blue Fish$25.95

Alaskan Salmon Filet$29.95

Sammy's Famous Baked Whole Red Snapper$36.95

North Atlantic Swordfish$32.95

Whole Striped Bass$29.95

Fresh Tune Steak$32.95

Wild Tilapia$27.95

Chilean Sea Bass$36.95