The Lower Gulf Coast Restaurants

In this part of Florida, fresh seafood reigns supreme. Succulent native stone-crab claws, a particularly tasty treat, in season from mid-October through mid-May, are usually served hot with drawn butter or chilled with tangy mustard sauce. Supplies are typically steady, since claws regenerate in time for the next season. Other seafood specialties include fried grouper sandwiches and Sanibel pink shrimp. In Naples's highly hailed restaurants and sidewalk cafés, mingle with locals, winter visitors, and other travelers, and catch up on the latest culinary trends.

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  • 1. Old Captiva House

    $$$$

    Just across the street from the beach, this wonderfully historic restaurant is casual, comfortable, and considered by many to offer the best fine-dining experience on Captiva Island. Entrées include seafood dishes like the blackened snapper with watermelon cucumber salad, and land dishes like pomegranate-glazed lamb chops. Tempting appetizers, creative salads, and tantalizing desserts round out the menu. The restaurant has its own baker to create its sweet and savory breads and cakes. No need to dress up; island casual is welcome. Make time to enjoy the fantastic sunsets at the beach.

    15951 Captiva Dr., Captiva, Florida, 33924, USA
    239-472–5161

    Known For

    • Romantic atmosphere
    • Fresh seafood and sushi
    • Good wine selection

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations essential
  • 2. Traders Store & Café

    $$$

    In the midst of a warehouse-size store, this comfortable bistro, accented with stunning Florida photography from Alan Maltz, is a local favorite. The marvelous sesame-seared tuna lunch salad with Asian slaw and wasabi vinaigrette exemplifies the creative fare; for dinner, try the barbecued baby back ribs, macadamia-crusted grouper, or any of the day's finely crafted specials. The bar serves light nibbles and happy-hour twofers. While waiting for your food, visit the attached shop filled with everything from affordable trinkets to pricey island wear.

    1551 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, Florida, 33957, USA
    239-472–7242

    Known For

    • Barbecue ribs
    • Fresh fish dishes
    • Live entertainment

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted, Closed Sun.
  • 3. The Mucky Duck

    $$$

    Since 1975, this restaurant has consistently drawn crowds of diners who occupy themselves with walking the beach and watching the sunset while waiting for their names to be called for a table indoors or out. A little Brit, a lot Florida, the menu features specialties such as barbecued shrimp wrapped in bacon appetizer, crab cakes, fish-and-chips, and frozen Key lime pie.

    11546 Andy Rosse La., Captiva, Florida, 33942, USA
    239-472–3434

    Known For

    • Fish-and-chips
    • Fresh seafood
    • Frozen Key lime pie

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted
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