One of life’s great pleasures is lounging on the beach. Each year, countless vacationers flock to Fort Myers, Florida, and the surrounding area—home to more than thirty public, white-sand beaches—to do just that. But when the sun goes down on a picture-perfect Fort Myers day, the Gulf-front reverie doesn’t have to end, thanks to a rich culinary scene filled with waterfront restaurants and abundant sea-to-table fare.
Use the Fort Myers Islands, Beaches, and Neighborhoods Field Guide to chart your meal plan. Care to pair a panoramic view of the Caloosahatchee River with an orange-garnished spritz? Set your compass to Cape Coral, a stunning neighborhood defined by miles of fresh- and saltwater canals. Want to paddleboard in an area with easy access to fried shrimp baskets? Bonita Springs delivers, with a little help from Coconut Jack’s Waterfront Grille. Clink pint glasses at the British pub Mucky Duck on Captiva Island, then cap off a romantic beach stroll with the fine-dining menu at the Crow’s Nest Steakhouse. With this handy dining companion, you won’t miss out on a magnificent Gulf Coast meal.
