Sailor's Return is a restaurant in Stuart. Open: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM; Fri–Sat 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM. Phone: (772) 872-7250. Average rating is 4.5 stars from 3,603 reviews. Website: https://thesailorsreturn.com/.
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Interior view of Sailor's Return restaurant with tables set for dining.
4.5 3,603 reviews Today 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Where the Dock Meets the Table

Stuart's waterfront dining destination with courtesy boat docking, live music, and cuisine worth the voyage.

About Us

Tie up at Sailor's Return and you'll understand immediately why this place has earned more than 3,600 reviews and a 4.5-star reputation. Situated along Stuart, Florida's tropical harbour at 625 SW Anchorage Way, the restaurant occupies one of the most coveted waterfront positions on the Treasure Coast. The inner dining room carries a warm nautical theme, while the outer terrace opens directly onto marina views that turn golden at sunset.

Chef Keith Meyers leads the kitchen with a menu that spans the range of casual-elegant dining, and owners Bob and Tracy Davis have built a culture where the staff treats every table like family. Guests consistently single out the warmth shown to children, the efficiency during packed holiday celebrations, and the way a busy room never feels chaotic. That combination of genuine hospitality and serious cooking is what keeps locals and visiting boaters returning season after season.

Friday and Saturday nights stretch to 10 PM, and live music fills the harbour air on a regular schedule, turning a dinner out into something closer to an event. Book a table, or simply pull your boat up to one of the 930 feet of courtesy docking and walk right in.

What We Offer

Sailor's Return is built for flexibility. Dine inside in the nautical-themed room, claim a seat on the waterfront terrace, or arrive by boat and take advantage of 930 feet of complimentary docking reserved for guests. Online reservations make securing your spot easy, and online ordering is available when you'd rather enjoy the harbour from home.

The experience extends well beyond a standard dinner. Live music events give weekends a festive energy, and the bar runs a happy hour worth planning around. Hosting a celebration or corporate gathering? Banquet menus and catering services are available for private events, so the waterfront backdrop works as hard as the kitchen does. Gift cards and a rewards program round out the perks for regulars.

Open seven days a week from 11:30 AM, with extended hours on Friday and Saturday until 10 PM, Sailor's Return fits everything from a weekday lunch on the water to a Saturday-night sunset dinner with live music drifting across the dock.

Why Choose Us

930 feet of courtesy boat docking lets you arrive by water and step straight to your table.
Chef Keith Meyers and owners Bob and Tracy Davis run a kitchen and front-of-house that guests trust with 4.5 stars across 3,600-plus reviews.
A nautical dining room paired with an open-air terrace overlooking the marina gives every visit a distinct waterfront atmosphere.
Live music events, happy hour, banquet catering, and a rewards program make this far more than a one-occasion restaurant.
Open every day of the week from 11:30 AM, with Friday and Saturday service running until 10 PM for longer evenings on the water.
Online reservations and online ordering mean you can plan ahead or enjoy the harbour from wherever you are.

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What Our Customers Say

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a month ago
"We went here for the fourth of july celebration. They were very, very busy, but the stuff was courteous, kind and efficient. We did not have to wait very long and the food service was prompt. Both the inside and outside dining areas have views of the bay, so you can watch the sunset from most locations at the restaurant. The food was great in both taste and appearance. This is a good place to go for your special celebrations."
— Bradley Hawn
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a month ago
"Stopped in recently with family for dinner. The inner dining area is very comfortable with a nautical theme. The outer dining area overlooks a marina. Great place for sunset dinner with love music. The servers were friendly and knowledgeable and came up with great suggestions. They had rapid service on this off season evening. I ordered the prix fixe dinner beginning with the seafood chowder, which was rich, flavorful, and hot enough for me. The wagyu sirloin tasty. Next time I'll try the ribeye. The standout though was the frites accompanying the steak: Crispy, rich garlic and cheese sauce, so decadent! We took the desserts home, so as if this writing I look forward to trying them. All around a great place for either a special occasion or to make an evening out a little more special. We look forward to coming back."
— Anil Singh
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a month ago
"Just had dinner here with my family and was blown away. The food was great but the service was incredible. Mackenzie and Michael were so kind to my kids when a lot of restaurants don’t accommodate toddlers well. The portions were large and my kids loved the food. Everything was great and we just had such a lovely experience."
— Summer Nowlin
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5 months ago
"Beautiful marina views and a relaxed atmosphere. The blackened chicken tacos with coleslaw were good (7.7/10), and the $5 White Claw happy hour special was a nice deal. Service was friendly, though they seemed a bit understaffed during lunch. Parking can be tricky—they offer valet, but I wasn’t impressed after seeing drivers texting while driving customer cars. Dog-friendly and you can smoke on the back patio."
— Foodies_NewEngland
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7 months ago
"Show my wife and I visited Sailors Return with some friends of ours. I’m a pretty honest critic when it comes to food because I’m a foodie I love eating all types of food and I love sharing with people so they get a clear picture of what they’re walking into or what they’re not walking into when they look at my reviews so I’m gonna be honest the smoked fish dip was absolutely amazing. The black and shrimp tacos was absolutely amazing. My wife and our friends tried the chicken salad sandwich on a croissant. The chicken salad was dry with that being said it really wasn’t that good we’ve had better but overall the atmosphere was amazing. We sat on the patio adjacent to the marina. The views are absolutely stunning. There’s a boardwalk that after you eat, you can walk up and down and experience the marina for yourself. The reason I gave Service a three was because our server was very forgetful. I’ve never had a server so forgetful and it was just stating obvious like he couldn’t remember what my drink order was. He couldn’t remember what we ordered to eat if I have to guess I know he asked us at least four times to repeat our order and that’s very frustrating when you’re trying to enjoy the ambience and your friends that you’re sitting with and enjoy conversations so overall I gave the restaurant a four if the chicken salad had been a little bit better the server had been more attentive. They couldn’t have. They could’ve gotten a five not saying it’s not a five but my experience was a four so with that being said, if you’re in the area, give them a try you may have a 5 Star experience."
— Tomeeko Mitchell

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I arrive at Sailor's Return by boat?

Absolutely. Sailor's Return offers 930 feet of courtesy boat docking for dining guests. Pull up, tie off, and walk straight in to your table.

Does Sailor's Return take reservations?

Yes. Online reservations are available through the website at thesailorsreturn.com. Booking ahead is especially recommended on weekends and during popular events.

What are the hours at Sailor's Return?

The restaurant is open seven days a week. Monday through Thursday and Sunday, hours run 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM. Friday and Saturday the kitchen stays open until 10:00 PM.

Does Sailor's Return have live music?

Yes. Live music is a regular part of the experience, particularly on weekends. Check the website or social channels for the current entertainment schedule.

Can Sailor's Return host private events or large group dinners?

Yes. The restaurant offers banquet menus and catering services for private events, making the waterfront harbour setting available for celebrations, corporate gatherings, and special occasions.

Is there a happy hour at Sailor's Return?

Yes. Happy hour is offered at the bar. Visit the website or call ahead for current timing and specials.

Does Sailor's Return offer gift cards or a loyalty program?

Yes on both counts. Gift cards are available for purchase, and the restaurant runs a rewards program for returning guests. Details are available on the official website.

Hours of Operation

Open Now · Closes at 9:00 PM
Monday Today 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
88° Clear Stuart
Mon 98° 76°
Tue 96° 77°
Wed 93° 79°
Thu 93° 79°
Fri 92° 78°
Sat 91° 74°
Sun 88° 76°

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