Great Dining Experiences in SW Florida

For seafood lovers, the dining in southwest Florida is second to none. The mix of both warm and cool water off the coast nets a bevy of fresh catches, so the area is flooded with fresh seafood restaurants. Open-air eating decks, romantic sunset dining cruises and elegant eateries are among the local favorites. You’ll find a delicious assortment of seafood from grouper and conch to Apalachicola oysters, mahi-mahi and Tilapia. Parents will find plenty of choices to keep the kids happy, too.

If you’re not into seafood and your tastes are more suited to the land fare there are plenty of choices around the area. Whether you’re a steak-and-potato buff, a health food nut or a lover of fine dining, southwest Florida caters to all appetites, full or finicky.


		Bha! Bha! (239) 594.5557 View Map This charming Persian restaurant is not only a must for every visitor, but has become a favorite for local Neapolitans. Chef Michael Mir, recently selected best chef finalist by Gulfshore Life,and honored by the James Beard Society, has taken Persian cuisine to a new innovative level. Pastries include squash jewel cakes and a rose/saffron ice cream and a hibiscus lemon sorbet that is to die for. Don’t be surprised if exotic belly dancers try to steal your mate by doing their seductive veil dances.


		Bistro 821 (239) 261 5821 View Map With distinctive style, the executive chef creates a wide array of innovative entrees fusing Asian, European and Domestic flavors. A great wine list and casual elegance add to an exceptional dining experience.


		Calistoga Bakery Cafe (239) 596-8840 View Map Expect great food, great service and a friendly place to visit. At Calistoga Bakery Cafe, fresh food is their passion. Open mornings, lunch or dinner, seven days a week.


		Channel Mark (239) 463-0117 View Map Sit back, relax, take in the panoramic view of Hurricane Bay and enjoy creative food in a casual, sophisticated atmosphere. Sample pasta and steak dishes, feast on fresh seafood, and enjoy the amazing view from the waterfront dining area, Key West-style lounge or new outside bar; conveniently located before the Matanzas Pass Bridge.


		Chops City Grill (239) 262-4677 View Map You’ll get a fabulous steak at Chops City Grill. Chops is a restaurant that was created to offer the best in steaks, seafood, and style. At Chops City Grill, they feature their own dry aged New York Strip Steaks, T-Bones, and Filets. They also specialize in fresh local seafood, hand-rolled sushi, and stir fries. Expect a big city feel with a 300 bottle wine list, and the best martinis in town!


		Cloyde's Steak & Lobster House 239-261-0622 View Map A rare steakhouse well done! Cloyde's has made a study of buying, aging and cooking matchless beef. Cloyde's also serves only the finest seafood available, delivered daily to insure quality and freshness. Live Maine lobsters flown in daily. Enjoy a special meal tonight and experience the finest waterfront dining Naples has to offer. Cloyde's Steak and Lobster House is located at Venetian Village, overlooking Venetian Bay.


		Courtside Steakhouse and Sports Bar (239) 466-4000 View Map In the spirit of the game and in an appreciation of the finest steaks, Courtside Steakhouse and Sports Bar at Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa blends unbeatable cuisine with unstoppable sports entertainment. Enjoy the finest steaks and seafood or indulge in a game-time feast of sandwiches, soups and appetizers. Dinner reservations recommended.


		Da Ru Ma (239) 591-1200 View Map Enjoy their Sushi bar and tableside cooking; traditional favorites with innovative combinations prepared at your table by superbly trained chefs. Featuring sautéed shrimp, teriyaki steak, seafood, tempura and sashimi as well as filet mignon, lobster and sesame chicken. Sushi bar serves choice of outstanding cooked and raw selections. Full cocktail lounge and Da Ru Ma also offers a children’s menu. Reservations recommended, and enjoy their piano player.


		Dock at Crayton Cove, The (239) 263-9940 View Map The Dock at Crayton Cove, located in the heart of Old Naples where 12th Avenue South meets Naples Bay, offers waterfront dining. Diners love the picture postcard-perfect views of Naples Bay, great food, and laid-back attitude. Their affordable menu includes seafood, salads, sandwiches, steak, ribs and pasta, plus tropical drinks, beer and wine. Come for the Raw Bar any late afternoon or late evening, or Sunday Brunch “Naples-style” from 11 am to 2 pm.


		First Watch (239) 434-0005 View Map Their dining concept revolves around bringing an excellent dining experience to Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch. Servers automatically bring a hot pot of coffee to the table. Diners enjoy lots of greenery and a light, airy decor. Service is prompt, but guests are invited to relax and stay as long as they like.


		Frascati's Italian Restaurant (239) 643-5709 View Map For a “taste of the old neighborhood” since 1991, Frascati’s features veal, chicken, seafood and pasta entrées along with salads, subs and pizzas. Frascati’s has something for everyone! Enjoy the entire menu for lunch and dinner. It has a full service bar, a deli for carryout, a private banquet facility and full-service catering.


		Il Bellagio (239) 430-7020 View Map What Naples needed but never had—the East meets the West. From Miami to Palm Beach and now Naples, acclaimed restaurateur Tom Billante and his reputation come to town. With famous names like Carpaccio, Mezzanotte, Belle Luna and more, no wonder the Miami Herald voted Billante’s team top Italians.


		La Bamba 239.594.1212 View Map La Bamba is well known for authentic Mexican cuisine and a great selection of "South of the Border" spirits and ice cold beers. Bring your friends and enjoy festive dining in an intimate surrounding with outside seating available.


		Le Lafayette (239) 403-7861 View Map In a restaurant nestled in charming old Naples, you’ll feel as though you are in the French Riviera. Owners Nicolas and Sebastien are serving freshly prepared entrées, both traditional and nouveau French.


		Mangrove Cafe (239) 262-7076 View Map Located on prestigious Fifth Avenue in Naples, Florida, The Mangrove Cafe offers fine dining in a casual tropical atmosphere. Chef and Proprietor Douglas Amaral and his lovely wife Diane serve creative Caribbean and International selections for both lunch and dinner. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Doug has received multiple accolades for both his cuisine and exceptional wine list. The Naples Daily News recently found the Mangrove Cafe to be "Magnificent."


		Pazzo! Italian Cafe (239) 434-8494 View Map Pazzo! (“Crazy” in Italian) Voted Naples Best Italian restaurant 2002, it has become a Naples tradition. Pazzo is a neighborhood trattoria specializing in mouth watering, creative Italian cuisine. Pazzo is also the winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, with numerous other accolades. Pazzo offers modestly priced homemade pastas, fresh local seafood, steaks, and more!


		Perkins (239) 261-8009 View Map Perkins has been serving up delicious meals and catering to the needs of discerning consumers for over forty years. With its roots tracing back to 1958 with the opening of a single Pancake House in Ohio, the Perkins Restaurant and Bakery chain now expands far beyond its breakfast heritage.


		Real Seafood Company (888) 456-DINE View Map Real Seafood Company in Naples features premium seafood prepared simply, with a diverse menu of the freshest seafood on the market in an elegant but casual atmosphere.


		Ritz-Carlton Grill Room (239) 598-3300 View Map Prime cuts of dry-aged beef served in a posh, clubby atmosphere earned The Grill Room at the Ritz-Carlton, Naples, its trip to the winners’ circle.


		Tara Steak & Lobster House 239.263.5851 View Map Experience Andre's classic charm, old world ambience and polished service. You'll enjoy the atmosphere of dark wood, cozy booths and tables and walls covered with awards and photographs of celebrity clients. Add to that thickly cut steaks with exceptional tenderness and unequalled flavor, and you have simply the best!


		Tommy Bahama's (239) 643-7920 View Map Relaxation is a way of life at Tommy Bahama’s. Their lifestyle brand has been elevating the act of relaxation since 1992. At Tommy Bahama’s the food is always good, the beaches splendid, and the mood is calm, easy and inspired.


		Trail Cafe & Grill (239) 598-2480 View Map The only unimaginative aspect of Trail Cafe and Grill is its name. Outside of the plain-Jane moniker, everything about this Lynwood Square newcomer exudes individuality and charm. A tranquil and gracious setting, reminiscent of a B&B dining room, with antiques serving as conversation pieces.


		Vergina (239) 659-7008 View Map Vergina is the premier restaurant in the heart of Fifth Avenue offering fine Italian dining. Enjoy the stunning interior décor or dine under the stars on the terrace or in the courtyard. Vergina boasts an international staff and the largest and most elegant bar in Naples.


		Watermark Grille (239) 596-1400 View Map Offering a casual and relaxed atmosphere accented with natural stone, waterfalls, lush plants and colorful murals, Watermark Grille is a delightful departure from the ordinary national chain restaurants. Finalist for best American/contemporary restaurant by Gulfshore Life, Watermark Grille offers tantalizing dishes including steaks, pastas, poultry, fresh fish, salads and an extensive children’s menu.


		Yabbas (239) 262-5787 View Map Yabba translates to "Everyting's Cool!" Yabba is a fun, casual island style restaurants featuring great local seafood, "killer shrimp" and modestly priced Caribbean grills. Yabba has one of the best rum lists in the country and specializes in an array of cool island cocktails. They also offer their world famous retail (plus dollar) wine list featuring over 100 selections. It's the best deal in town!

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