Fort Myers is an oceanfront treasure on the southwestern coast of sunny Florida There are over 50 miles of beach front offering sun, sand and surf. Vacationers can spend hours on the beach relaxing, or walking along the sandy shoreline.
Fort Myers neighbors Naples and Sanibel Island. The beach front towns are fashionable vacation destinations that enjoy the beauty of the ocean. The beach is the natural attractions to the vicinity. There are resorts and golf courses in the the area that offer satisfying days of leisure.
After a relaxing day at the beach, dinner at one of the areas fine dining restaurants offers replenishment for another day on the beach. Fort Myers has a number of fine seafood restaurants and restaurants offering American cuisine. Following are some of the best fine dining restaurants in Fort Myers.
The Banyan Room, Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa. AAA Four Diamond. 17260 Harbour Pointe Drive, Fort Myers, Florida. 1-866-283-3273.
The Veranda. The Veranda has a romantic setting in two turn-of-the-century homes. This Southwest Florida restaurant features Souther Regional Cuisine and an extensive wine list. The Veranda is celebrating its 29th year in business and have been recognized with several awards. The Piano Bar offers entertainment Monday thorough Saturday. Dine in the Garden Courtyard or indoors. Veranda Specialties include Bourbon Street Filet in Sour Mash Whiskey Sauce, Roast Prime Rib of Beef, Pan Seared Local Grouper, Baked Rack of New Zealand Lamb, Herb Crusted Honey Grilled Salmon and Chateaubriand for two. Elegant Desserts are prepared daily on the premises by the Pastry Chef. Desserts include Warm Southern Pecan Praline Tart, Triple Layer Chocolate Pate with Raspberry Coulis and Traditional Florida Key Lime Pie. Wines are offered by the bottle and by the glass. Second Street, Fort Myers, FL. 1-239-334-8634.
Charley’s Boat House Grill. Charley’s has been serving fine fresh seafood and Certified Angus Midwestern Beef for a quarter century. Charley’s bakes their own bread daily, makes all their own desserts and cuts their own meats. Flame Broiled Steaks on the menu include New York Strip, Filet Mignon, Skewered Teriyaki Beef and Surf and Turf. Specialties From the Sea include Red Snapper, Dolphin, Steamed Gulf Shrimp, Blackened Cajun Sea Scallops, Baked Lobster Tails, Florida Stone Crab Claws and Alaskan King Crab Legs. Homemade desserts include Key Lime Pie, Oreo Ice Cream Pie, Peanut Butter Pie, New York Cheese cake and Death by Chocolate. Charley’s serves refreshing specialty drinks and cocktails from the bar. Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL, 1-239-765-4800.
Lighthouse Waterfront Restaurant. This restaurant features panoramic view of Saint John’s Harbor. The 160 food outdoor ports in a popular place to enjoy spectacular Florida sunsets. Outdoor dining is under cover. The menu features Seafood, Pasta and “Landlubbers.” Port Sanibel Marina, Port Comfort Road, Ft. Myers, FL 1-239-489-0770.
The Prawnbroker Restaurant & Fish Market is consistently recognized as a top seafood restaurant in Ft. Myers. McGregor Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL, 1-239-489-2226.
Sam Seltzer’s Steakhouse. Family owned steakhouse has been serving fine dining experiences for three generations. Examples of dinner entrees include Sam’s Tender Filet Mignon Kabob, New York Strip Steak, Porterhouse Steak, Pecan-Crusted Salmon, Crab Cakes and Coconut Shrimp. Clarion Hotel, Ft. Myers, FL, 1-239-277-7261.
Anthony’s on the Gulf, Estero Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 1-239-463-2600.
Information is subject to change. Contact the restaurants for additional information and to make reservations.
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