01SEAFOOD FAVORITES
Dixie Fish Co.
Smoked fish dip & whole fried snapper
Start with the smoked fish dip, then make room for the whole fried snapper. Two of our favorite orders.
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Great adventures.
Even better appetites.
The meals we look forward to, the drinks we recommend, and the places we love to send friends. Here are six of our personal favorites around Fort Myers Beach.
Find Your Next FavoriteFrom breakfast and brunch to seafood and karaoke.
THE LOCAL FAVORITES LIST
A little seafood.
A little sunshine.
Something worth
coming back for.
Our picks for what to order and where to unwind after a day on the water.
SIX PLACES WE LOVE
Pull up a chair.
These are our personal recommendations—especially the dishes and drinks that keep us coming back.
02SHRIMP & MOJITOS
Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille
Tuna appetizer, Yucatan shrimp & mojitos
Our picks: the tuna appetizer and excellent Yucatan shrimp. And our vote for the best mojitos on the beach.
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Bonita Fish Company
Our pick for the best brunch on the beach
Put this on your list for a relaxed brunch. Check the restaurant’s menu for current brunch days and times.
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Snug Harbor Waterfront Restaurant
Your fresh catch, calamari & excellent drinks
Our favorite place to have your catch cooked to perfection, with excellent drinks and calamari. Call ahead to arrange cook-your-catch service.
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Matanzas on the Bay
Our pick for the best pizza on the beach
Go for the pizza and excellent shrimp salad. Explore the menus for Matanzas on the Bay and Petey’s Upper Deck.
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Mr. Waves Island Bar
Excellent breakfast. A great night out.
Come for an excellent breakfast, then return for our pick for the best karaoke on the beach. Check the restaurant’s website for the current lineup.
Visit Mr. Waves Island Bar (opens in a new tab)Menus, service options, hours, and entertainment schedules can change. Visit each restaurant’s website for current details. “Best” reflects our personal favorites.
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