Eat & Drink

Dining & Nightlife

From fresh-off-the-boat seafood to craft cocktails by the water — here are the spots locals love.

Rumrunners

Iconic waterfront dining on the Caloosahatchee. Fresh seafood, live music, and breathtaking sunset views.

Waterfront
Cape Harbour, Cape Coral

Fathoms

Upscale waterfront restaurant at Tarpon Point Marina. Creative cuisine with stunning marina views.

Fine Dining
Tarpon Point Marina, Cape Coral

Nice Guys Pizza

Beloved local pizza spot. New York-style pies, calzones, and a laid-back neighborhood vibe.

Casual
1334 Cape Coral Pkwy E

Lobster Lady Seafood Market

Fresh-off-the-boat seafood. Get lobster rolls, stone crab, or a whole fish dinner at this local gem.

Seafood
1715 Cape Coral Pkwy W

BackStreets Sports Bar

Great sports bar with TVs everywhere, cold beer, wings, and a fun atmosphere. Perfect game day spot.

Bars & Breweries
Multiple Cape Coral locations

Big Blue Brewing

Cape Coral's craft brewery with rotating taps, food trucks, and a relaxed outdoor patio.

Bars & Breweries
4721 SE 10th Pl, Cape Coral

The Boathouse Tiki Bar & Grill

Pull up by boat or car. Tiki vibes, fresh seafood, frozen drinks, and live music on the water.

Waterfront
2360 W 1st St, Fort Myers

Gather

A trendy farm-to-table restaurant in downtown Cape Coral. Seasonal menu, craft cocktails, and great ambiance.

Fine Dining
1024 Cape Coral Pkwy E

Nevermind Awesome Bar & Eatery

Eclectic gastropub in Fort Myers with creative dishes, amazing cocktails, and a quirky vibe.

Bars & Breweries
1 Jefferson Ave, Fort Myers

Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille

Island-inspired cuisine with Caribbean flavors. Multiple locations across SW Florida.

Seafood
Fort Myers Beach & Sanibel

Salty Papa's Shrimp House

No-frills shrimp house where everything is fresh and delicious. Peel-and-eat perfection.

Seafood
1300 SE 46th Ln, Cape Coral

Twisted Vine Bistro

Charming bistro with a great wine list, creative American cuisine, and an intimate setting.

Fine Dining
2214 Bay St, Fort Myers

The Nauti Mermaid

Fun waterfront bar with dock access, live music, tropical drinks, and a laid-back party vibe.

Waterfront
1131 1st St, Fort Myers

Ford's Garage

A unique burger and beer joint with a vintage gas station theme. Craft burgers, milkshakes, and draft beer.

Casual
2207 1st St, Fort Myers

Cabanas Island Grill

Come by boat or car to this casual waterfront grill. Great grouper sandwiches and tropical cocktails.

Waterfront
606 5th Ave, Cape Coral
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