Over the Waterfront

4470 Escondido Ln, Captiva
(239) 689-9335

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John Sullivan

Amazing atmosphere and food. Huge portions. Service was exceptional. We can't wait to come back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

mike galer

Great atmosphere great food you can see fish swimming by underneath the floor

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Dale Mohar

Nice spot on north captiva. Food was excellent and plentiful, wait staff was delightful. Highly recommend, but very small, need reservations. Would happily eat there again

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

michael riley

What a great restaurant. Some of the best food we’ve ever had. Seating is limited so make dinner reservations well in advance and don’t forget it’s BYOB.

Kid-friendliness: They have a kids menu

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fresh Mozzarella and Tomatoes

Peter Lilienthal

I'm the chef! Have yo give my crew and I 5 stars cause they deserve it! Come have an experience!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Falon Steiner

After our last experience at a different restaurant on the island we were very hesitant to eat anywhere else however yesterday we decided to try over the waterfront for their lunch menu on the 4th and boy did they deliver. Our boys got Philly cheese steaks daughter and husband a burger and myself a chicken Caesar salad and boy was it amazing. Everything was incredible service amazing atmosphere great exactly what we expected from an island experience. Keep it up!!! And thank you for restoring our confidence for eating out on the island!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Wayne Rector

Hands down the best meal, I’ve ever had. This little place will at first make you wonder if you are in the right spot. But, the food is the best I’ve ever had. If you are in the Ft Myers area, you need to stop in and check it out.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

jodi grobman brunsvold

5 stars all around! Pete the chef shows off his many years of culinary experience with his ever changing creations.... Meals that taste delicious and are beautifully presented. Shawnda and Alexis make sure everyone has what they need and their bubbly personalities add to the charm. You can sit inside or outside and enjoy the view.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Melanie Porter

We just had the most amazing experience as they went above and beyond for our daughters birthday. They had a cake there for her while we were on the island and had the whole restaurant sang to her. They cut and served the cake after even. The staff is top notch, the food is made to order and phenomenal. If you are on the island you have to go here! We made reservations ahead of time. We would highly recommend and will definitely be back when we go back to the island.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Brian Drennan

We started with the chowder which had crabmeat in it and was delicious. The scallops melted in my mouth. The seared tuna and crab cake appetizer did not disappoint either! It is incredible that Pete the chef single handedly puts out that quality of food all by himself. He's a one man show and you get to witness it first hand with the open kitchen. Beautiful view, amazing food and personable staff all rolled into one!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Carrie Wright

Spectacular little restaurant on the water with the best food and vibe. A true gem with a master level chef with a heart of gold. Thanks Chef Pete for an amazing experience and a life long memory.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Doug Collins

Over the Waterfront is like one of those places that your parents would tell you about when they were trying to convince you that the going was better back in the day.The service can be spotty. The water is served in plastic bottles. Forget about having a cup of coffee with dessert. None of that matters. What matters is that the chef is incapable of letting a poorly prepared meal leave the kitchen.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Don “Childs” Lewis

Limited seating inside. If you're claustrophobic it's not for you. So close your eyes it's worth it.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Seafood Burrito

Rhonda Tepe

We felt lucky to get into this awesome little spot! Make a reservation. Besides the pool bar, this was the only restaurant open on the island. We started our meal with beef barley soup. It was rich and delicious. Perfect. I'd go back just for that soup. My husband had sea bass with mashed potatoes and green beans for his entree. I had wild mushroom ravioli, smothered in a shredded chicken and vodka sauce. The sea bass was perfectly cooked and the ravioli was sooo filling. The sauce reminded me a little of my Dad's chicken cacciatore. Old school flavor. We shared a piece of key lime pie with fresh whipped cream to finish out the meal. Memorable place, great service. Perfect for our last night on the island! Note - BYOB. They do have water and soft drinks. Don't miss this one!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Joe Cassels

Tiny place, stressed but strong service, excellent food at high prices to be expected on an isolated island. Very

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

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