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The Neptune Room is located in the historic fishing village of Cortez, Florida. This unique venue is perfect for couples dreaming of a rustic-meets-nautical atmosphere on the Florida Gulf Coast and crave the simplicity of a restaurant wedding to provide exceptional cuisine. We take pride in offering outstanding personal service to ensure your wedding is memorable for all who attend. For more intimate affairs ask about The Hunter's Point Room.

Facilities and Capacity

Our marina is the perfect backdrop for a simple outdoor ceremony with the sparkling water surrounding you and your feet firmly planted on the wooden boards of our docks. Take your party up to The Neptune Room where they will be greeted with three walls of expansive windows overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway. Your guests will be enchanted by the parade of boats passing by, dolphin sightings and breathtaking sunsets.

The rustic-meets-nautical atmosphere features towering antique wooden doors that allow couples to make a dramatic and memoral entrance into their celebration. Decorative details throughout the space like a carved mermaid, the spoked wheel of a sailing ship and a full bar made of reclaimed dock planks make for a perfectly charming canvas to add your own personal touches.

The Neptune room provides 6,000 square feet of customizable event space and accommodates up to 300 guests.

Services Offered

  • Event Manager
  • Bridal suite
  • Bar Service
  • Catering
  • Set-up & clean-up
  • Liability insurance
  • Outside vendors
  • Parking
  • Wheelchair access
  • WiFi

Cuisine

Executive Chef Gerard Jesse has designed a bold, new menu, featuring the crème de la crème of seafood. With beautiful presentations of classic seafood, your special event is sure to be unforgettable. Our catering solutions for your event include:

  • Casually-elegant settings from a full banquet to an intimate wedding.
  • On-staff experts to help you choose the perfect dining complement to your wedding.
  • Delectable menus and customizable selections of all kinds and tastes.
  • Fresh and innovative choices in appetizers, salads, entrées and desserts, with seafood, meats and vegetarian choices.
  • We fully accommade any food allergies that are brought to our attention.
  • Bar services include a professional bartender, house liquor and house wine.
  • Essentials like glassware, tables, chairs and linens are provided.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$1,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$100

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$100

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$12

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Marina
Restaurant
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

June
July
August
September

Reviews of The Neptune Room at The Seafood Shack

Morgan
Morgan Sent on 03/15/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The most magical place

We spent the happiest day of our lives at the Seafood Shack on February 20, 2021. Constance Pring, the venue coordinator, was an absolute saint. For months she worked with us and helped our dream become a reality. She was so accommodating and patient with us. I originally planned our wedding before daylight savings. I planned for the ceremony to start at 6 pm without realizing that the sun sets at 6:30. Just a month before our wedding, I asked Constance if we could move the wedding up an hour and she was more than pleased to help with that request. I also ran into Constance while getting my nails done (what are the odds?!) a few days before my wedding and we talked the whole time about planning the wedding. I felt bad talking business while she was out of work and trying to relax but she made me feel like i wasn’t a burden at all! To me, that was so sweet and felt like she truly cared. My mother also spoke with Constance on many occasions and I am so appreciative of Constance keeping my mother in the loop. During our wedding, Constance kept us on a timeline that made everything run so smoothly. She was there every step of the way and we would not have had it any other way. She was also there when we took photos on the docks to help move stuff out of the background and make sure we get the perfect photos. Our wedding would not have been what it was without her. We planned a small intimate wedding of about 30 people. We had our ceremony in the Hunters Point room and our reception in the Neptune Room. Initially, we thought we could go without a DJ. After one of our final walk throughs, Constance suggested we hire a DJ because of how much smoother and less stressful it would be for us. We agreed and are so happy we did. She found us a DJ about a month before our wedding and without him, it would have been complete chaos. Constance also helped with other suggestions that made everything fit perfectly into place. She knew we wanted a nautical wedding and the rooms set ups did not disappoint. The decor they already had at the Seafood Shack felt like we were in an underwater palace. Our rooms also had the most spectacular views of the ocean and the Cortez bridge. The guests drooled over the appetizers and our food was hot and absolutely delicious. I highly recommend the blackened snapper. There was not one complaint. George was our bartender, along with Constance, and waiter and he was so patient with us. When I say it was a perfect day, I mean it really was a perfect day. Not one thing went wrong. To this day, the guests that were at our wedding still rave about how beautiful and fun it was. If you are looking for a magical venue, this is it.
Rosemary’S
Rosemary Sent on 05/01/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect dream come true! Absolutely spectacular

Omg how can I express these words! The Neptune room was one of the 12 venues we visited ! When my husband and I walked into this venue we didn’t expect to feel or even see what did! From the moment we spoke with our #1 girl Constance she hit our ideas , our visuals right on the money! She was absolutely amazing ! We sat , we asked questions, we knew in out hearts that this was the magical place we wanted to make our wishes become reality ! The Neptune room was exactly what we were looking for and Constance was an added bonus! What she did , how she made our venue look for our big day was and is beyond we imagined! Our guest loved loved everything about the venue, decor but most of all Constance. We can’t thank you enough on creating our magical memories and turning it into a brides dream come true! You are truly amazing at what you do! And the Neptune room is lucky to have you there! So from the bottom of our hearts we thank you and appreciate you for all your hard work! If anyone is looking for a venue with a beautiful view and want it magical please take it from us you won’t regret your decision!
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Kristin Sent on 10/31/2019
5 out of 5 rating

A dream come true

I don't even know where to begin - the Neptune Room was the best decision we made to have our wedding reception!!! It's spacious, adorable, has the best views of the water and is affordable. Our guests couldn't stop raving about how great the food and desserts were. Everything was magical and the best part was our coordinator BRANDY! I don't have enough great things to say about her. She made my vision come to life and for that I am forever grateful. If you are looking for an amazing experience, book the Neptune Room! Thank you Brandy and team for being so kind, so patient so talented and making our dream come true! xo
Kirsitn
Kirsitn Sent on 06/15/2019
5 out of 5 rating

What an experience!

Brandy was amazing! I was planning a wedding from across the country and she was there for me every step of the way! I got many compliments on the food and how beautiful the venue was. The weather didn’t hold up for our beach wedding and had to move our ceremony inside and they were so accommodating! I highly recommended this venue!!
K
Kim Sent on 05/13/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Neptune Room

Amazing nautical ambiance with a spectacular view. Great value for Anna Maria Island area and wonderful staff.
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Amanda Sent on 04/09/2019
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect venue!

We can't say enough about the Neptune Room and their wonderful event staff! From start to finish, everything was perfect! What I really liked was the transparency and the fact all costs are discussed up front and there are no hidden fees or surprises! Every detail was covered and my husband and I couldn't be happier!
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Megan Sent on 02/20/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Venue Ever

The Neptune Room at Seafood Shack is incredible! The room is immaculate! It’s right on the water, so we had a beautiful sunset for our wedding! The room itself is so beautifully decorated with netting, mermaids on the wall posts, and glass bulbs hanging from the ceiling so it didn’t need much decoration! It’s also a very spacious room that can easily accommodate a big wedding, or a smaller more intimate wedding! I highly recommend the Neptune Room and Seafood Shack as a wedding venue! It’s absolutely gorgeous; you won’t be disappointed!
Whitney
Whitney Sent on 02/18/2019
5 out of 5 rating

We could not have asked for a better venue!

I was initially thrown by the fact that it is located in The Seafood Shack, but don't let that fool you. They have done some major updating, and The Neptune Room is absolutely stunning. The views of the water from this second floor event location are incredible. The room itself is actually beautiful as well; they have done so much to update and improve the space. One amazing part of this venue is that it is not just a completely blank canvas that you must then spend a fortune trying to decorate. They have done a spectacular job decorating the space in such a way that you can simply add your own decorative touches so that everything comes together to suit your own style. They are also willing to move around their decor to suit your needs, and they even have a storage room of additional finishing touches to choose from (which can save you tons).

The best part of The Neptune Room, however, was the excellent service. Their coordinator, Brandy, was so attentive and accommodating. Not only was she ALWAYS available to answer my questions, but she ANTICIPATED my needs and questions. She frequently answered questions and addressed needs that I didn't even know I had. In fact, after touring several other venues and meeting their coordinators, when we met Brandy she was one of the biggest reasons we chose The Neptune Room as our venue.

They do require you to use their catering service which made me nervous because I have a severe gluten allergy, but their chef is extremely accommodating in this regard. When we were trying to make our final decision about this venue, he came and spoke with us. In answering all of my questions, he did not make me feel like an inconvenience. Instead, he actually seems to enjoy the challenge. Also, the food itself tasted (and looked) spectacular...and I'm not just talking about by gluten-free standards.
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Valerie Sent on 07/16/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Brandy and her staff were absolutely amazing! Superb service, fantastic food . . . THE best place for an all in one wedding venue. Rehearsal was perfect. The wedding and reception was without a flaw. Great place for sunset pictures!
M
Mary Sent on 03/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The Neptune Room at Seafood Shack is wonderful ... We are so happy we chose this venue for our wedding ceremony and reception! Brandy (the Event Manager) and her staff are exceptional! We received numerous compliments from family and friends about the food, the staff and the atmosphere, especially the view of a beautiful sunset. The Chef did an extraordinary job at making sure our food was just as we ordered and the presentation of our dessert/wedding cake was perfect! The staff was very friendly to all of our guests. And, there are not enough words to express our gratitude to Brandy and everything she did to make our day such a happy memory!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Linens by the Sea Linens by the Sea Wedding Rentals

We absolutely love working with The Seafood Shack. Such a great venue, too.

Anna Maria Island Resorts Anna Maria Island Resorts Hotel Weddings

The Neptune Room is amazing. It has gorgeous views, an unheard of guest capacity, great food and unique touches and décor that make it a really special place. Event Manager, Brandy, is professional, knowledgeable and a true lifesaver! Brandy and the Neptune Room opened its doors for a rained out beach wedding and gave us a really perfect setting for the event. They saved the day and I cannot say enough good things about the space and the staff. Having worked at almost every venue in the area, I can honestly say there is nothing like it!

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The Neptune Room at The Seafood Shack frequently asked questions

The Neptune Room at The Seafood Shack includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Neptune Room at The Seafood Shack includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at The Neptune Room at The Seafood Shack includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
The space offered by The Neptune Room at The Seafood Shack for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Marina
  • Restaurant
  • Waterfront
The Neptune Room at The Seafood Shack offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
The Neptune Room at The Seafood Shack offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Neptune Room at The Seafood Shack offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
The Neptune Room at The Seafood Shack offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
The Neptune Room at The Seafood Shack is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in average response time, 5 in flexibility, 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in quality of service and 4.9 in value.
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