29 Best Bars in Cape Coral

“Just got back from my first visit, and it sure as hell won't be my last! incredible vibe, super personable staff, and down to Earth patrons. I was even lucky enough to get an impromptu live music performance before dipping. Thats how cool this place is. Look no further, THE place for libations and comradery in the Cape. Obviously, highly recommended.“

“Things are getting worse in almost all Cape restaurants & bars. But the Dive is doing exactly that - taking "The Dive". Bartender was so bad that we had a beer apiece after he noticed us sitting at the small outside bar. We were so unhappy that we decided to cash out and leave (mind you, the one beer that we ordered from him) and he asked if we had a tab. 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔 what are you on? Tolerance can only be applied for a certain amount of time and then it runs out; oh, and then people go to other places. That would be us.“

“The Cape has two Moose and this is the "little moose" and 2199 is the "big moose". This is our favorite for so many reasons: close to the house, great prices, tremendous staff, pretty damn good food, nice "sports bar" feel, and the outside patio is great. We love this place.“

“The Dek Bar is a fantastic spot to grab some drinks and enjoy excellent bar food! It has that perfect dive bar vibe—laid-back, fun, and full of energy. When we visited, the place was definitely happening and packed, but the vibe was so welcoming and lively, we didn’t mind at all.

The bartenders were awesome—super friendly, attentive, and fast despite the crowd. What really impressed us was the food. For a dive bar, the quality was way above expectations! Everything we ordered was delicious, fresh, and hit the spot.

If you’re in Cape Coral, I’d absolutely recommend stopping by. Whether you’re looking for a casual drink or a great bite to eat in a fun atmosphere, this is the place to be. We’ll definitely be back! Five stars all the way!“

“Everyone is Polite friendly and That's what we like.“

“Greatttt elks 😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀“

“Great food, good bartenders, highly worthy of a return. These people were wise in firing Kitty Maldonado whom these days continues to ramble over and over like a broken record over other peoples' mistakes, including things that are years in the past and that everyone at all bars is tired of hearing about. Does she not realize how horribly annoying she is to everyone she serves and works for at every single bar, and yet she continues to repeatedly resurrect the same drama, over and over, like a broken record at every single bar she works at, which she has been doing since the Covid pandemic. And Kitty was fired from at least a dozen other bars for rambling over and over like a broken record over other peoples' mistakes. People are tired of hearing about the same mistakes of other people over and over again. Kitty's repeating broken record drama has ruined numerous potential celebrations of Joe Biden's victory and Donald Trump's defeat in the November 2020 election. Donald Trump was the very worst president in American history, many of us were about to celebrate Trump's defeat and multiple impeachments, and Kitty ruined our celebrations with her drama and rambling over and over like a broken record. And to make matters worse, she has a destructive sidekick, Joanna Teresa Unbehaun, adding to the drama. Joanna is in fact reported to have framed a number of students at a high school near Chicago for involvement in the 2001 attacks at the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, as well as for a series of bomb threats that occurred in the Chicago metropolitan area during the fourth quarter of that year. Reportedly, Kitty Maldonado was actually supposed to have moved to Atlanta, Georgia or Los Angeles, California back in the fall of 2018. And truthfully, I think Kitty would do well in Los Angeles as I hear a close friend of hers, Deziree, that used to bartend in the South Cape, lives in Los Angeles and is last known bartending somewhere on Wilshire Blvd near Beverly Hills.“

“Great food, good bartenders, highly worthy of a return. These people were wise in firing Kitty Maldonado whom these days continues to ramble over and over like a broken record over other peoples' mistakes, including things that are years in the past and that everyone at all bars is tired of hearing about. Does she not realize how horribly annoying she is to everyone she serves and works for at every single bar, and yet she continues to repeatedly resurrect the same drama, over and over, like a broken record at every single bar she works at, which she has been doing since the Covid pandemic. And Kitty was fired from at least a dozen other bars for rambling over and over like a broken record over other peoples' mistakes. People are tired of hearing about the same mistakes of other people over and over again. Kitty's repeating broken record drama has ruined numerous potential celebrations of Joe Biden's victory and Donald Trump's defeat in the November 2020 election. Donald Trump was the very worst president in American history, many of us were about to celebrate Trump's defeat and multiple impeachments, and Kitty ruined our celebrations with her drama and rambling over and over like a broken record. And to make matters worse, she has a destructive sidekick, Joanna Teresa Unbehaun, adding to the drama. Joanna is in fact reported to have framed a number of students at a high school near Chicago for involvement in the 2001 attacks at the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, as well as for a series of bomb threats that occurred in the Chicago metropolitan area during the fourth quarter of that year. Reportedly, Kitty Maldonado was actually supposed to have moved to Atlanta, Georgia or Los Angeles, California back in the fall of 2018. And truthfully, I think Kitty would do well in Los Angeles as I hear a close friend of hers, Deziree, that used to bartend in the South Cape, lives in Los Angeles and is last known bartending somewhere on Wilshire Blvd near Beverly Hills.“

“Kava is a great place to chill. The staff are great. 😊💖“

“This place is the epitome of what a dive bar should be. Chilly and Dave behind the bar are absolute legends—Chilly's got the charm and the skills to whip up some mean cocktails, and Dave keeps the good vibes rolling with his infectious energy. The place has that classic dive bar feel—unpretentious, laid-back, and full of character. Don't expect frills or fancy decor, but if you're looking for a spot with a great atmosphere, awesome bartenders, and affordable drinks, this is it. Five stars all the way!“

“I don’t really remember the food a whole lot, but what I can tell you is that I bought a tee shirt from this place over ten years ago and it has been the highest quality tee shirt I’ve ever owned! Wash after wash, it just refuses to die! No bacon neck, no stretching out, no fading… nothin. If you are ever in the area, please consider purchasing a tee shirt from this establishment. If they are anywhere near the same quality as the one I have, it may still look as good as the day you bought it when you are wearing it in your final hours on earth. Thank you for the absolutely stellar tee shirts!“

“We go to Ford’s for lunch and dinner during the week because we love the menu and service/. My wife needs gluten free food and this is one of the few places that is committed to keeping the few prep clean so there is no cross contamination. Bri and Kristen answered her questions and addressed her concerns and the manager came out to reinforce Ford’s commitment as well as deliver the food. Our bartenders kept us hydrated and jumped through hoops to make our dining experience excellent. Thanks Kristen and Bri!“

“I've been to MANY Pizza places in Cape Coral and Fort Myers. My favorite has changed a few times. But I just had a brick oven Margerita pizza with Hot oil at ODA Pizzeria Bistro on Pine Island. And it was by far the best I've had since I moved here. Give it a try if you havent already. Ask for Michael as your server. He is great. 😊💖“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Local Gem That Never Misses We’ve lost count of how many times we’ve dined at Gather—and for good reason. From the moment you arrive and take in the gorgeous marina view, you know you’re in for something special. The atmosphere strikes that perfect balance between relaxed and elevated, and the food? Let’s just say we come hungry and leave planning our next visit. What truly keeps us coming back, though, is the incredible service—especially from Silver, who is nothing short of a rock star. She remembers our go-to drinks, our favorite dishes, and somehow always has a new recommendation we instantly fall in love with. At this point, we don’t even pretend to pick our own wine—Silver and the team have earned our full trust. Full time sommeliers could take notes from this team. As for the food: the duck wings are finger-licking fabulous, the Wagyu meatball is rich and comforting, and the seafood and pasta dishes never disappoint—house-made, flavorful, and beautifully plated. Every dish feels carefully crafted, and the flavors sing. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, Gather is one of those rare spots that delivers EVERY SINGLE TIME. Great views, amazing food, and service that makes you feel like family. Cape Coral, you’ve got a gem—and we’re lucky enough to call ourselves "regulars". Cheers to the entire team at Gather!“

“We hosted our 20 year high school reunion at Nice Guys and they were incredible! They communicated everything so clearly and were great to work with. On the night of the event they accommodated my group so well. The servers were fantastic! Tieryn (the event coordinator) was top tier. Thank you so much for an amazing time, Nice Guys!“

“Atmosphere and food were Fantastic. Our waitress Lish T. was Amazing. We will be back for sure.“

“My husband and I celebrated our anniversary here and everything was incredible! The waiter was genuinely friendly and did an excellent job. The lighting was not too bright and not too dim. We started out with the ciabatta bread that was served with a delicious pumpkin butter! To die for! We both had filet mignon and it was cooked perfectly medium. We cut through it like butter and it melted in our mouths. I got a baked potato that was cooked perfectly, and he ordered loaded garlic mashed potatoes that had cheese and bacon. Awesome! The asparagus was so crisp and yummy! For dessert we shared the caramel apple crumble with vanilla bean ice cream. So good! I highly recommend this wonderful restaurant. This was one of the best meals we have ever had.“

“This was great for our souls in the midst of hurricane rebuild. Great atmosphere. Great food and great staff. Thank you Kylie!! You rock.“

“Rusty's is, without a doubt, a great place to be, with great food, lots of fun to be had, and great servers.“

“We had a great time rocking it out at Rack’em Saturday night. The staff were great . A special shout out to Bobby for mixing our sound. It’s a great place, so come by and hang.“

“Loved Ralph's Place! Cool bar with better than average pub fare presented really nicely and at bargain prices. I was surprised with how soft and fresh the Kaiser roll on which I had my grouper sanwich was, and the steak fries served in a lil mini french fry fryer basket. Cool! It's a sports bar that's nicer than a dive bar without being upscale and pretentious or stuffy. More like a neighborhood bar feel. You'll love the vibe and crowd! Our caf waitress Sky added to the vibe. Live entertainment is what brought me in. Enjoyed the sounds of Soapy Tuna (lol) name is funny but they effin rocked! Sounded like a fuller sound than the trio they were. Highly recommend!“

“My wife and I went Saturday night around 5:00pm to see some of our serves that left another establishment. I had been to Neverminds years ago but for some reason we has never gone back (it may have been because of Covid or because I thought they closed after the original owner passed away). Well when we arrived we saw one of the servers we went to see plus a few other people working there we knew. the band was setting up in the front bar so we sat at the back bar and we are glad we did. It was quiet so we could talk. Our friend stopped by to say hi plus a few other employees welcomed us. The bartender Lilly was so Awesome she was nice, fun and easy to joke with. All the employees seemed to get along and work well together. I can't forget to mention the food. My wife and I being picky eaters. I played it safe and had the Nevermind Pressed Burger and my wife had the Empandas. I never had a pressed burger it was delicious. My wife couldn't stop praising the Empanadas. I can't wait to go back. What a great place.“

“What an amazing experience, celebrated my friend’s birthday and not only was the food amazing but the service was next to none! The server was kind, courteous. He really cared about making the night special, will be making this a regular stop! 10/10 recommend!“

“The food is delicious, good portions, reasonable prices, and great service.“

“Great service from Matthew this afternoon. 👏“

“We've been going to Fathoms for years, the food, service and atmosphere are consistently superior. They offer food and drink specials, have live entertainment several nights a week, and best of all welcome our dog! You can bring your own chairs, too.“

“Everything about the pizza was great…the amount of ingredients, the cheese, the sauce and the cooking time….service was great as well especially considering how busy they were ….we will be back before we go home“

“love this place and service great time“

“I don’t understand why the reviews are this low? I’m visiting from Miami and this place is just amazing! Great crowd, the bartenders are very attentive. The DJ is great with giving the crowd what they want. A little bit of everything for everyone. Definitely be coming back on my next visit.“