50 Best American Restaurants near Matlacha

“We always say "We don't feel like we are in Florida , until we go to Micelli's" We went there 4/1/25. An excellent, friendly hostess greeted us. Had a wonderful seat by the water. We loved the breeze, boats going by, superb clam chowder, pizza and music. Great service by our waitress. Glad to be back on Matlache. Parking is tricky. We got there early. We love and recommend it highly. A favorite Florida experience. We will be back.😎😎“

“Great food. Friendly staff. Even better atmosphere!!!! Check it out if you’re in the area.“

“Can’t wait to go back again… and again….. Everything was delicious with our party of 5 and service was excellent!“

“Met friends there this week. Malakai was our server. Had a great time. He was totally informative and a lot of fun. The food was delicious. Will be back. Sat outside. Very nice.“

“Spent a wonderful weekend with my husband, staying at the lodge, enjoying the pool and dining on some of the best food in SWFl. Everyone was kind and helpful. Will definitely be back for a peaceful stay.“

“Spent a wonderful weekend with my husband, staying at the lodge, enjoying the pool and dining on some of the best food in SWFl. Everyone was kind and helpful. Will definitely be back for a peaceful stay.“

“This review is long overdue. • My friends put together a going away party for me at the Duffy's location on CC Pkwy on the evening of Friday January 28,2022. • I wanted to give a HUGE shout-out to our server, Britney B for single-handedly taking care of our food and beverage needs for three solid hours! She was extremely effecient, friendly, and professional. • As we all know with a group of this size, this can rarely be accomplished in an effortless manner as she demonstrated during that time! • Additionally, thank you to management for allowing us ALL to sit together by placing us is the front private space up front. We all appreciated your hospitality on short notice! • Again, thank you Britney B, management and staff for accommodating us and sending me off to AZ in style. • Much appreciated! • I highly recommend this establishment!“

“I have been going to Sunflower for years with my late husband and now my new. The owner, staff and food is fantastic . It is literally the family atmosphere that makes it most welcoming .“

“First time here and the burgers are excellent!!!! Our waiter was really nice and took good care of us. Deffinately will be back again!!“

“What an amazing time we had! Food was outstanding! Ed, our server took excellent care of us! Highly recommend 🩵“

“Nice place. Our waitress was very attentive, kept our ice tea full and remembered to keep plenty of Splena on the table. I ordered the Seafood Cobb Salad. I am a Cobb Salad fan and order one where ever I go. This one was huge and I mean a 12” plate piled on. All of the individual components were plentiful 5 grilled shrimp on top, tons of cherry tomatoes, a half a pig of bacon, bleu cheese, onions, and the rest were stacked high. Only thing that would have made it better would be chopped greens. I had to get a “kitty bag” for later. Desert was their Banana Bread Pudding with toasted bananas. Again huge could have shared it with 3. Wife ordered Crème Brûlée which she wouldn’t share. Only bump was wife’s entre, Dolphin fish came out topped with tomatoes which she is deathly allergic (not mentioned on the menu) but not to worry, they made her another lickety split. Two entrées, appetizer, ice tea, desert and nice tip came to just under $100 about average for a decent Cape Coral restaurant. Big smiles on this one.????“

“No trip to Cape Coral is complete without a trip or two, or three to Annie’s. Bubba, the owner, makes you feel right at home. Heather, our waitress, is top shelf all the way!! You won’t find a better breakfast or hot dog in Cape Coral. Trust me!!!!!!“

“My wife and I had an amazing dinner here last week with our friends! The ambiance/decore, the food, the service, everything was excellent! The ladies both had chicken that they enjoyed and us guys had steaks, one a dry aged daily special, and mine was a top notch NY strip cooked to perfection! We had a shrimp cocktail, crab cake, and pork belly for appetizers and they were awesome! (The pork belly is the BEST!) I seriously can't say enough good about the place and I Highly recommend it. the owner, George, stopped by the table and visited for a bit as he's friends with our friends (he's a good dude). Again, I Very Highly Recommend Prime 239!!!!“

“Great food, service & music!“

“As a resident of Cape Coral The Cafe is the “Best Breakfast and lunch place in Cape Coral!” We’ve been going here for 15 years The staff and food are excellent!“

“Came down from upstate NY for vacation and have to say that the food is very authentic and flavorful. The interior of the restaurant is very unique and they have a little babay gator aquarium which I thought was super cool. Highly recommend. The gator bites is a must-order!“

“We watched an Oilers game here, we didn’t get the outcome we were hoping for in the game, but the staff was very accommodating and we really enjoyed ourselves. We tried Gator for the first time, and they have a great drink and food menu. Highly recommend this place!“

“Delicious cauliflour pizza.“

“It was a great place to eat at, friendly service as well.“

“Torched is a must-visit for us when we're in SW Florida! Excellent food, great kid friendly menu, and some darn good brussel sprouts to boot. love the outdoor dining availability too.“

“Best Fast Food! Only fast food we eat.“

“This was a great surprise. We didn’t realize it was a senior community but open to the public. My husband wanted breakfast and I wanted a good burger. We were both pleased as our food was cooked to perfection. We were warmly greeted and the place was spotless. Everyone was so nice and friendly as it was obvious we weren’t old enough to live there. They offer a great variety of options including ice cream.“

“The Blend is a casual breakfast & lunch dining venue in the Shell Point retirement community. A nice menu and friendly prices. Dine in or out on the covered patio to enjoy the lake view. When your order is ready they call out your name...so a bit like Cheers, everyone knows your name.“

“Another one of those little Gems. Found it this week. Needed a nice place for our 4th Anniversary Dinner:
Called and made a reservation[Recommended] and we arrived at 17:30.was greeted and served Bread. The bread alone was exceptional.
I ordered the Rack of Lamb, my wife had the Pork Chop.
I must say, outside my own Kitchen, this was “The Best” Lamb I have ever had! Succulent, Tender, and cooked perfectly. The Pork Chop was also very good, probably the Tenderest I’ve ever tasted.
The servers here are what you would expect at a Four Star Restaurant.

Please give these people your business.“

“Great customer service!! Friendly staff, drinks are made quick...it's also a Monday evening and there aren't many people at the pool. Food was fast and delicious! The chicken nachos were great and the cheese never ran out. The fish street tacos could've used some zip and there was no additional sauce to help out. Will definitely stop back throughout the week!“

“Food is excellent, service also. Enjoy going there. Did I mention reasonable.“

“Went to the all-you-can-eat fish fry on Friday. Crunchy, tasty fish. Great-tasting crunchy fries. But the only thing that is all you can eat is the fish. Not fries or coleslaw. They cook it to order, and it comes out quite hot. Service from Morgan was top-notch. Not too bad for $15. But it's not like buffet style; where you go up and grab your food. They bring out the fish as you request it. So, basically, you have to wait as they cook it. But overall, it was very crunchy, tasty food, and the service was excellent.“

“I also posted the dame review on Google because it is beyond deserved! We had a late night of football practice on 02-28-24 Wednesday. We showed up ten minutes before closing (yes we were those people).. Latisia(sp) greeted us and assured us at that we're fine with a super positive attitude. Food was awesome as always and service was all around awesome by the other employees. Hard to find nowadays. We were blown away by the service at this hour. Again, can't thank you guys enough! We won't show up ten minutes before closing again, promise.“

“First time eats, was happy with choices“

“The dinner started with a few hiccups, somehow they were out of Miller Lite, Yuenghling AND Sam Adams draft? they only had i think 8 taps and a couple are not even beer?

luckily our server, Hailey, was very nice and efficient, food was better than expected given it is a national chain and an Applebees, not only did the food taste great but it was piping hot and fresh

Not a place i would normally go to but the people i was with insited and i am glad they did, we will be back

on a side note, we don't like the weird little tablet to pay on, doesn't feel very secure“

“We came twice in one week it was so good. They are fast paced with service and the seafood is absolutely impeccable. I will be returning every time we are in Cape Coral. The owners, two brothers, stopped at every table to ensure things were to each customers liking, even though the place was crazy busy. I will be dreaming of a he lobster and scallops for New York.“

“Everything was great, even though they were in a restoration project because of the damage done during the last hurricane. My only suggestion would be to have trash cans placed in the bathrooms. I am conscientious and would not place personal hygiene items & facial tissues in the toilet, but other guests possibly would not be that considerate, thus, could cause plumbing problems.“

“Very friendly and fast service! Highly recommend!“

“Piper loves her once a week pup cup!!“

“This is the 3rd or maybe 4th time I have visited this location and had to wait over 1/2 hr for my food. Last time I walked out the time before that I waited 1 hr to be seated and and additional hr to get my food. It is as shame they take care of the take out orders first. The only good thing about this place is their sever and cashier. Very pleasant and patient. Food has gone done hill as well. And before you make a smart remark. I have been going to this place for over 20 years and I am a cape coral resident.“

“We had a fantastic dining experience at Tarpon House! The ahi salad was incredibly fresh, and the cut of ahi was beautiful and clean. While I personally prefer a sesame-seared style, the pepper sear was still delicious and well-executed. The shrimp tacos were another highlight—flavorful, fresh, and perfectly balanced.

Our server Ari was fantastic—attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed without being intrusive. The hostess went above and beyond by moving our table to the end of the balcony, giving us the best sunset view in the house. That thoughtful gesture really elevated the entire evening.

Excellent food, beautiful atmosphere, and top-notch service—Tarpon House is a must-visit if you’re in the area!“

“Great service, good food. We decided to sit outside and watch the dolphins while dining, what a great experience! The waitress did a great job keeping the drinks coming on a hot day! The burger was juicy even when well-done! The conch soup was loaded with vegetables and well-seasoned. The Pesto chicken wrap came out hot, plated well and did not fall apart. The chocolate lava cake went well with the vanilla ice cream!“

“Beautiful setting overlooking the marina. I dined here with 3 friends this evening and we all had a great experience. All 4 dishes were well prepared and delicious. Our waitress was prompt, knowledgeable, and friendly. It was Friday night so we were able to hear the talented oldies band playing in the square area. Definitely recommend!“

“CLEAN ROOMS, Fun Bar, warm pool. Enjoyed my 5 day stay.Would stay here again~“

“Why did it take us so long to try this place?! Great service and fresh, fantastic tasting breakfast. There are so many great options, we are already planning a visit back to try something else!“

“We recently moved right down the road from Marti’s and this has become our favorite breakfast place. I grew up going to Pete’s Time Out on Fort Myers Beach, went almost every weekend until we no longer could and they had the best breakfast. I am so happy we found Marti’s because it’s just as good, if not better!!! Everyone there is so friendly. Support your local business, it’s worth every penny 🥰“

“Great food! And entertainment on the patio!“

“This is a must try on the Cape! The menu is interesting. The food is excellent. They have a bit of a unique setup with the main restaurant on one side of a central wall and cocktail lounge on the other side. They have very different atmospheres but both are cool depending on what you are looking for. Note: they have separate outside entrances but you can move between the two without going outside. Also the full menu is available on both sides. If you read my reviews you know I care about the details that makes a place good or meh. In This is what makes 10 Twenty Five above average 1) the food: interesting takes on standard that make this place stand out. The quality is high and consistent. Including taco Tuesday where they present a special taco of the week along with the normal “gringo” tacos. They also offer a soup of the day. Unlike most restaurants it’s actually a home made soup that reflects the unique imagination that is seen in the rest of the menu. The same can be said about the Saturday-Sunday brunch offerings. 2) Drinks: Smart cocktails and an excellent tap beer selections have something for everyone. 3) Staff: Almost all are over the top friendly and they work on a team system so there’s no one person you are dependent on to serve you. They all work together at the bar and tables to make sure you have what you want when you want it, including the check. Unfortunately, I don’t have a bunch of great pics of the food to post but many others have done that before me. Enjoy this cool spot.

Update: 9/17/24: See the new menu in my pics. The “egg roll in a bowl” is our new favorite item.“

“We recently celebrated our wedding at CAPE CABARET we definitely give them a five star. The food was delicious and brought out in a timely manner. The waitresses were spot on with service. The price was very fair. Both managers were very attentive and genuinely wanted it to be very special for us. We highly recommend them.“

“The food was great and you couldn’t ask for a better atmosphere!“

“The restaurant has a great water view. We were there for Mother’s Day and they had a buffet brunch. The food and service were both good. We’ll definitely be back for their regular dinner menu.“

“One of our absolute favorite places to eat and drink!“

“I can't say enough about Metro Dinner. Everything we've tried in the last week has been amazing. Food is delicious, food comes out hot, and service with a smile every time we've been there. Thanks to all off you for all you do. Great place.“

“Honestly this place is amazing I loved working here and having fun with my family members and I can’t wait to come back to work“

“Mel’s Diner Cape Corral 3-4-25 Stopped by Mel’s on Monday around 12:30pm. This place was clean, neat, and busy. We got seated right away and Dee Dee was our waitress. I ordered the Western Black Angus Chopped Steak with Mashed Potatoes and Corn. My wife and our friend ordered the Mel’s Classic Cheeseburger with Cheese, Lettice, Tomato, Onions, Coleslaw, and Fries. Once our order came out my Chopped Steak was amazing. The Chopped Steak had Onions piled high on the top and lots of Gravy, it was so good. My wife and our friends Burger were done perfectly, and the Fries were just yummy and even the Coleslaw was good. All our food was hot and plenty of it as we had to get a to go box to take some home. Once done we ordered two Milkshakes, one Chocolate and one Strawberry. They were very good if you like old fashion Milkshakes get yourself one for sure. I must give this Mel’s 5 out of 5 stars for the great service from Dee Dee, the good food and great Milkshakes. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Follow Me On FB For More Reviews Gulf Coast Terry“