Cape Coral is a popular vacation destination in Florida that is well-known for its impressive amount of canals, beautiful beaches and uniquely fantastic restaurants. It’s that last one—the restaurant scene—that is a little underrated in our estimation! It’s one of if not the most under-the-radar positives about renting a Cape Coral vacation rental.
Our advice is to spend the day exploring and then stop at one of these awesome restaurants for some great food and drinks. You won’t be disappointed!
The vibe at most of these spots is laid-back and the cuisines are varied. Just right for vacay! Consider checking them all out on your next visit to this part of the Sunshine State.
Best Restaurants in Cape Coral
The Boathouse Tiki Bar & Grill
This cool spot offers live music all day, every day. Can’t beat that for a great time! The popular tiki bar mixes up some tasty cocktails, as well as, serving up classic Florida style comfort dishes to perfection. Some fan favorites are the BLT and Cuban. Make sure to stick around to watch the sunset!
Pro tip: Ummm…an open-air tiki bar with a stunning waterfront location? Get. There. Early. For real, we can’t recommend taking in the views of the Caloosahatchee River while you sip your beverage of choice. We just want you to be doing the sipping and not watching other sip while you wait patiently in line. Enjoy!
Cork Soakers Deck and Wine Bar
Cork Soakers menu is a mix of comfort classics with a twist. You will want to check out some of the fan favorites like the surf & turf, burgers, tacos and much more. The food and drinks here are top notch. The service is also fantastic. They are open for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. Make sure to check out the live music on Friday nights!
Fish Tale Grill
Fish Tale is known by locals to be one of the best fish and seafood markets in the area. They are open for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. The seafood platters are unbeatable. You will want to check out the stone crab platter and definitely the super sampler, especially if you are with a group. Fresh seafood and Florida sun – it doesn’t get much better!
Pro tip: Everyone has heard the phrase “farm to table”. Well, what makes this spot unique is its direct connection to Merrick Seafood, which means the high-quality seafood is served often straight from the boat to your plate. Merrick is a very well-known seafood market and supplier based in Cape Coral. It’s as local as it gets! If you can score a table in their outdoor seating area, you can savor your super fresh seafood while soaking up some of that priceless Florida sunshine. Win-win!
Stones Throw
Stones Throw has a unique menu and chic décor. It will quickly become your favorite go to spot on vacation. It is a local top pick for good reason! The drinks are crafted to perfection and the dishes are plated perfectly. Get ready for a low-key great dining experience.
Cafe YOU
If you’re like us, we try to still make health-conscious food choices when traveling. This chic Australian style cafe offers delicious simple, healthy dishes. Some standouts on the menu are the avocado toast, omelets, homemade soups and burgers. They also have . Cafe YOU offers just about every variety of dietary preferences, including vegan and gluten free options.
The charming, minimalist decor and friendly services makes it the perfect spot to relax for a coffee drink, too. Their espresso is roasted fresh and the beans are selected carefully by their trained baristas. If you are a coffee lover you will be impressed!
Point 57 Kitchen & Cocktails
This contemporary American style restaurant has a menu filled with classic coastal dishes. The seafood is fresh and everything is whipped up from scratch. They also have a great list of craft cocktails, local beers, as well as an extensive wine list.
Annie’s Restaurant
You will want to check out Annie’s for breakfast and lunch. They have been open since 1987 and have a classic menu of breakfast items like omelets, griddle french toast and pancakes. For lunch they offer homemade sandwiches, salads and so much more. The service is also fantastic! You will feel like part of the family.
Cape Coral’s restaurant scene—who knew?
This is a good starting point for our must-try spots in the underrated Cape Coral restaurant scene. Even if you like our list, we’re sure you have your own list or additions!
If you’re already sold on visiting but are now considering booking an even longer stay to have time to eat out more, be sure to check out our list of Cape Coral vacation rentals by owner. You can see which local owner or property manager is listing a particular property on the property page on our site.
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