FISHBONES

On health score, FISHBONES outranks most of Seminole County — safer than 88% of Seminole County restaurants we grade, holding an A (99/100).

Its latest inspection on March 5, 2026 cited 1 basic violation. Diners give it 4.4 across 2,723 reviews. It's a Seafood spot in Lake Mary. Menus here flag vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, and other dietary options.

A · 99/100 · safer than 88% of Seminole County restaurants we grade

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Restaurant details

Health grade
A (99/100)
Violations
1 total — 1 basic
Address
7005 CR 46A, Lake Mary, FL
Cuisine
Seafood
Categories
Seafood restaurant, Steak house, Sushi restaurant
Price
$50–100
Rating
4.4 stars (2723 reviews)
Seats
360
Phone
(407) 581-2399
Website
Official website
Photo of FISHBONES
Photo: FishBones

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.4 Community-sourced rating 2,723 reviews
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What diners say — our read

Service dominates the conversation here — it comes up in 50% of the 24 reviews. Reviewers who mention service rate this place 5.0 on average — it is working in the restaurant’s favour.

One subject never comes up here: plate size. If you had to pick one number to represent this corpus it would be 5, the most frequently given rating (23 reviews). 24 of 24 rated reviews are four stars or higher; 0 are two or lower.

Against that, the kitchen inspects well — an A (99/100), 1 basic violations at the most recent DBPR visit. DBPR last walked in on March 5, 2026. Across its inspection history the kitchen is declining, which argues for reading the older reviews with caution. Ranked against Seminole County, it is safer than 88% of the restaurants we score.

Nothing here pulls in opposite directions — an unusually clean read. Everything above is computed from the 24 reviews reproduced below.

Our own analysis of 24 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 23, 2026

    Great place with delicious good. Bread and salads taste great and the food selection is awesome and always cooked to perfection. Shrimp scampi was delicious and shrimp were not overcooked.

  • June 21, 2026

    By far best in lake mary

  • June 21, 2026

    We love coming here, the food is always amazing, cocktails great and service excellent!!! We loved our server Amanda - she was attentive, friendly and awesome!! 10/10

  • June 20, 2026

    Diego was awesome.

  • June 19, 2026

    The nicest restaurant in the Lake Mary area. It's not even close.

  • June 19, 2026

    My budget does not allow for expenditures but going here is an delightful experience that brings back memories of my deceased husband and I date night now it is me and my daughter each time we try something different it never fails to be pleasing in every way thank you so much for the past,present and future visits...gems may be precious but your mmine

  • June 17, 2026

    The seafood was fresh and the quality was good, but overall the experience didn’t justify the high prices. The menu feels overpriced for what you actually get. Nothing was bad, but nothing really stood out as memorable either. Some of the flavor combinations felt off, for example, the crab cakes with mango and pineapple didn’t work well together. The Caesar salad was also disappointing because the dressing was far too acidic and overpowering. Overall, decent quality ingredients, but the execution and flavor balance need improvement, especially at this price point.

  • June 14, 2026

    Delicious. Highly recommend.

  • June 13, 2026

    Leah was amazing!!! Very knowledgeable of the menu, professional and excellent customer service!! Oh, and the food was top tier! I highly recommend the swordfish.

  • June 13, 2026

    Amanda was amazing! Her energy truly made our date night special. My wife and I really appreciated her attentive service. If you visit Fishbones, definitely ask for Amanda. The manager, Michelle, was also fantastic—she checked in to ensure everything was perfect. Thank you both; we can’t wait to return!

  • June 13, 2026

    Amanda was absolutely amazing! My husband and I came in for a date night, and she made our experience exceptional from start to finish. She was friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, and made sure everything was perfect throughout our meal. Not only was the food and service outstanding, but we also appreciated the opportunity to donate to help kids battling cancer, which made the evening even more meaningful. Amanda’s positive attitude and genuine care for her guests truly stood out. Thank you, Amanda, for helping make our date night so special. We will definitely be back and highly recommend asking for her!

  • June 8, 2026

    FishBones in Lake Mary is always a great experience. The food is consistently amazing and the service is just as good. As someone with a gluten allergy, I really appreciate how many gluten-free options they offer and how accommodating they are—it makes dining here easy and enjoyable. Everything feels high quality, from the food to the overall atmosphere. Definitely one of my go-to spots in the area. 📍 More gluten-free finds on Instagram: @glutenfreewithkeith

  • June 8, 2026

    Its worth the visit, you get less and pay more but here its worth it. The happy hour fish bites are delicious and the staff make you feal special, I keep coming back and leaving with a smile!

  • June 7, 2026

    What a fantastic date night with my wife. Best salmon I've ever had and the pork chop was also delicious. Excellent service and management came by twice to check on things. I highly recommend this place.

  • June 6, 2026

    Alaskan halibut was awesome. Shrimp cocktail was delicious. Everything else was great as well.

  • June 5, 2026

    Kareem was our waiter, and amazing. He took time to explain options, give personal recommendations, and was light hearted. He was fun to talk to and really did provide the best recommendations for allergies, taste, and pairings. This place has a beautiful atmosphere, walking distance from our hotel, and menu options you'll dream about. Highly recommend.

  • June 5, 2026

    Customer Service Is Everything! Beautiful Place, Beautiful People.

  • June 4, 2026

    We love this Fishbones in Lake Mary. The management and service are always impeccable! Ashley was our server last night and she was amazing! She was friendly, very efficient and gave us an all around great dining experience. Steve was one of our previous servers and he popped over to say hello. He also gave us fantastic service when we had him as a server. The management that we usually see when we are there, Michelle and Alex, are always so welcoming and go out of their way to make sure our dining experience is always unforgettable. We met one of the new managers, Jessica, last night and she was also amazing. I highly recommend this location for your next dining experience!

  • June 2, 2026

    It is always a great experience when dining here.

  • May 31, 2026

    First time eating there, it was amazing food. Waiter Marco was very helpful and super nice. Matt the operating partner super friendly went around to every table greeting customers.we will definitely eat here again.

  • May 31, 2026

    Had a wonderful experience and dinner! Homemade sangria, bang, bang shrimp, prime rib, and butter cake were delicious! Heading back to try escargot, oysters and bone in ribeye! Also Diego, our server, was excellent!!

  • May 30, 2026

    We had an incredible time as always. Amanda made us feel so welcome and made great recommendations. Food is always excellent; especially the presentation of the crème brûlée! Great spot for date night.

  • May 24, 2026

    Great experience and food everytime we go.

  • May 23, 2026

    Amanda made our night so much more fun with her great personality and dinner suggestions. Would recommend coming in and seeing her to enhance your dinner atmosphere.

Overall Score

80 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 40/40
    Grade A
  • Dietary transparency 20/20
    7 options listed
  • Community rating 18/20
    4.4★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 2/10
    Declining, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
4 to 9 PM
Tuesday
4 to 9 PM
Wednesday
4 to 9 PM
Thursday
4 to 9 PM
Friday
4 to 10 PM
Saturday
4 to 10 PM
Sunday
4 to 9 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. March 5, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Call Back - Complied

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 1 basic

    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
  2. March 4, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Warning Issued

    5 high-priority · 3 intermediate · 4 basic

    • 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition (×3)
    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating) (×2)
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage (×2)
    • 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 52 — Misrepresentation / misbranding
  3. August 18, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 2 basic

    • 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: March 5, 2026