Chamber hosts ribbon cutting for Tidewater Bistro
Sanibel & Captiva Islands Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting for Tidewater Bistro, a new eatery at 2330 Palm Ridge Road – the former Rosie’s Deli.
Owner David Maudlin has worked in and loved the restaurant business all his life.
“After moving to Florida in 1995, I ran and assisted in opening a number of local restaurants,” he said. “In April, I finally launched my own exciting new venture.”
The location holds a special place in his heart – it was where his parents, Don and Mary Ann, ate dinner nearly every Saturday after church. In their honor, Maudlin has placed the Don’s Monte Cristo and Mary Ann’s Grouper on the menu. The island-style fare is prepared with fresh and often locally sourced ingredients, such as the shrimp bisque.
Tidewater Bistro has been carefully renovated with a clean look.
“After spending a lot of time in fine dining, I wanted an easygoing yet distinct menu,” Maudlin said. “Our options appeal to locals, especially families.”
The lunch and dinner menu features an array of appetizers, from ahi tuna to gator tail, salads, soups, sandwiches, tacos, quesadillas and more. The bar serves beer and wine.
Tidewater Bistro is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
“We are delighted Dave (Maudlin) has been able to open his own place after all these years,” Chamber President John Lai said. “It was our honor to be a part of Tidewater’s opening celebration.”