Must Do Fort Myers Visitor Guide Summer/Fall 2017
At Must Do Visitor Guides we believe the best experiences in life are better when shared, and so we do. Inside this Fort Myers Summer/Fall 2017 issue, you will find over one hundred well-researched and carefully curated standout things to do so you can make the most of your visit. Everything from major attractions to awe-inspiring tours or family activities conveniently arranged in our Top 10 directories. Our dining and nightlife recommendations take the guesswork out of where to find a great meal or drink. You can make your experience here even more spectacular with our valuable deals and savings.
At Must Do Visitor Guides we believe the best experiences in life are better when shared, and so we do. Inside this Fort Myers Summer/Fall 2017 issue, you will find over one hundred well-researched and carefully curated standout things to do so you can make the most of your visit. Everything from major attractions to awe-inspiring tours or family activities conveniently arranged in our Top 10 directories. Our dining and nightlife recommendations take the guesswork out of where to find a great meal or drink. You can make your experience here even more spectacular with our valuable deals and savings.
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DINING<br />
top<br />
Experience the<br />
10<br />
MARY CAROL FITZGERALD<br />
Coupon Alcohol <strong>Do</strong>g-Friendly Entertainment Outdoor Dining Waterfront Dining Dixie Fish Co.<br />
714 Fishermans Wharf, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Myers</strong> Beach<br />
239.233.8837 • DixieFishFMB.com<br />
Covered open-air<br />
waterfront restaurant overlooking Matanzas<br />
Pass with fantastic views of the Bay and<br />
shrimp fleet. Offers a simple menu focused<br />
on fresh, local seafood in a casual Old<br />
Florida fish house atmosphere. Smoke-free,<br />
full bar, Happy Hour, and live entertainment<br />
nightly. Open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.<br />
Top Area<br />
Eateries<br />
When you’re on vacation, the last thing you<br />
want to do is cook. Luckily there are plenty<br />
of great restaurant options, and you can be<br />
sure of two things: you’ll get the freshest<br />
seafood available and outdoor seating<br />
year-round. Plus families or those on a budget<br />
will find no shortage of restaurants offering fresh, tasty dishes, minus the “ouch”<br />
factor that sometimes comes with the bill.<br />
Southwest Florida’s shores skirt the Gulf of Mexico, and its dining tables reap the<br />
benefits, but the region’s food and dining offerings are not all about seafood.<br />
A long-standing history with cattle ranching and Florida’s abundant year-round<br />
produce create a food-lovers paradise. Be sure to save room for dessert because<br />
you can’t leave Florida without a slice of Key lime pie. The pie has a tart kick and is<br />
a staple on most Florida restaurant menus, plus it’s the perfect way to satisfy your<br />
sweet tooth. From casual outdoor bistros to fine dining, the <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Myers</strong> region is<br />
all about good taste!<br />
Check It Out<br />
Pizza Delivery on the Beach<br />
Beach Piez offers delicious fresh from the oven<br />
hand-tossed NY style pizza for takeout and<br />
delivery. They’ll deliver to Sanibel, Captiva,<br />
and even beach access so you can enjoy pizza,<br />
wings, salads, or subs without leaving your<br />
place or the beach. Slices are available for<br />
take out until 4 p.m. Open daily.<br />
2441 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island<br />
239.472.3224 • BeachPiez.com<br />
38 SUMMER | FALL <strong>2017</strong> <strong>Must</strong><strong>Do</strong>.com<br />
<strong>Do</strong>c Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille<br />
<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Myers</strong> Beach, Sanibel & Captiva Islands<br />
See Back Cover for Address Details<br />
<strong>Do</strong>cFords.com<br />
This local favorite offers<br />
Caribbean inspired cuisine with a fun,<br />
family-friendly island atmosphere inspired<br />
by bestselling author Randy Wayne White’s<br />
character, Marion “<strong>Do</strong>c” Ford. Enjoy fresh<br />
local seafood, sandwiches, salads, and raw<br />
bar. Specialties include Yucatan shrimp,<br />
banana leaf snapper, lime panko-crusted fish<br />
sandwich, and Martinique-jerked pork chop.<br />
Open daily for lunch and dinner.<br />
The Island Cow<br />
2163 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island<br />
239.472.0606 • SanibelIslandCow.com<br />
Extensive menu features<br />
traditional breakfast items, burgers,<br />
sandwiches, wraps, seafood, and more<br />
including a large kids menu, full liquor bar,<br />
and a great selection of beer and wine. Dine<br />
indoor or al fresco on the porch. Features<br />
live entertainment. Open daily for breakfast,<br />
lunch, and dinner from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.<br />
Call-ahead seating and take-out are also<br />
available at this award-winning restaurant.<br />
Nervous Nellie’s<br />
1131 1st Street, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Myers</strong> Beach<br />
239.463.8077 • NervousNellies.net<br />
Award-winning waterfront<br />
restaurant offers an extensive menu<br />
with something for everyone. Enjoy<br />
home-baked artisan breads, fresh cut<br />
meats, and a large selection of fresh<br />
seafood in a relaxing and family-friendly<br />
atmosphere. Live music daily. Call-ahead<br />
seating, take-out, and marina dockage<br />
available. Open daily from 11 a.m. to<br />
10 p.m. including holidays.<br />
Parrot Key Caribbean Grill<br />
2500 Main Street, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Myers</strong> Beach<br />
239.463.3257 • MyParrotKey.com<br />
Enjoy award-winning<br />
Caribbean-inspired cuisine in a casual<br />
open-air setting. Menu features a<br />
variety of seafood entrees, steaks,<br />
ribs, frozen cocktails, and more. Happy<br />
Hour daily from 3 to 6 p.m. Located<br />
at Salty Sam’s Marina. Arrive by land<br />
or water. Open daily.<br />
Pinocchio’s Original Italian Ice Cream<br />
362 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island<br />
239.472.6566 • PinocchiosIceCream.com<br />
All of their handcrafted,<br />
award-winning ice cream, gelato, sorbet,<br />
and frozen yogurt are prepared on site<br />
daily in small batches from the finest<br />
and freshest ingredients. Their unique<br />
flavors like Sanibel Krunch, Dirty Sand<br />
<strong>Do</strong>llar, Gator Stew, and Berrywinkle on<br />
Periwinkle have been offered to visitors<br />
and residents exclusively at Pinocchio’s<br />
for over three decades. Open daily from<br />
9 a.m. to 9 p.m.<br />
Reuben’s Smokehouse<br />
11506 S. Cleveland Avenue, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Myers</strong><br />
239.931.0420 • ReubensSmokehouse.com<br />
Delicious country cooking menu<br />
features succulent smoked ribs, brisket,<br />
turkey, and pulled pork, cheesy<br />
mac-n-cheese, meatloaf, their famous<br />
yeast rolls, and to-die-for desserts. Offers<br />
catering and call ahead seating. Open<br />
Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m.<br />
to 8 p.m., closed Sunday and Monday.<br />
Skye’s Restaurant<br />
7205 Estero Blvd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Myers</strong> Beach<br />
239.463.7707 • Skyes<strong>Fort</strong><strong>Myers</strong>Beach.com<br />
Award-winning authentic<br />
Mexican restaurant serving breakfast,<br />
lunch, and dinner. Menu also features<br />
traditional American breakfast favorites,<br />
salads, soups, burgers, and sandwiches.<br />
Full-service bar featuring giant handmade<br />
house margaritas and Happy Hour daily<br />
until 6 p.m. Located in the Santini Marina<br />
Plaza. Open daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.<br />
South Beach Grille<br />
7205 Estero Blvd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Myers</strong> Beach<br />
239.463.7770 • SouthBeachGrilleFMB.com<br />
Serving traditional cuisine with a<br />
creative flair in a fine-dining setting. Warm<br />
art deco décor combined with top-notch,<br />
fresh chef-prepared entrees, an extensive<br />
wine list, and attentive service guarantees<br />
an impressive dining experience. Stop in<br />
early for Happy Hour at the bar or to take<br />
advantage of early dining specials. Open<br />
daily from 4:30 to 10 p.m.<br />
Thistle Lodge Beachfront Restaurant<br />
2255 W. Gulf Drive, Sanibel Island<br />
239.472.9200 • ThistleLodge.com<br />
Enjoy fresh, flavorful,<br />
and elegant cuisine in an intimate, Old<br />
Florida style setting overlooking the Gulf<br />
of Mexico. Entrees including dry-aged<br />
steaks, high-quality seafood hand-cut<br />
in the kitchen, and chef selected fruits,<br />
vegetables, and herbs. Also features<br />
an expansive wine list and decadent<br />
desserts. Open for lunch and dinner<br />
daily, featuring Sunday brunch.<br />
Sweeping Gulf Views . . .<br />
and Rave Reviews<br />
Bring your love of fine-dining to the historic and<br />
award-winning Thistle Lodge Beachfront Restaurant<br />
on Sanibel Island. Offering dazzling Gulf views<br />
and an Old Florida charm once enjoyed by notable<br />
guests like Thomas Edison and Henry Ford.<br />
2255 West Gulf Drive • Sanibel, Florida 33957 239.472.9200 • ThistleLodge.com<br />
$5.00 Off Dinner<br />
Join us for Happy Hour and Early Dining Specials<br />
7205 Estero Blvd., Santini Plaza • <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Myers</strong> Beach<br />
SouthBeachGrillefmb.com • 239.463.7770<br />
Open Daily 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.<br />
Enjoy a taste of South Beach right here on beautiful <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Myers</strong> Beach!<br />
with purchase of $30.00 or more. Not valid with any<br />
other offers or Early Bird Specials. Exp 7/31/18
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