50 Best American Restaurants near Sanibel

“Wonderful food celebrating my daughter’s 10th birthday while on vacation. Everything was good, with the grilled shrimp being a favorite amongst our group of 6!“

“Great burgers & hot dogs, even better people. Inside now open with great a/c.“

“The food is amazing and you can tell everything is made with fresh, quality ingredients. We tried the Mermaid, Slawpy Hog, & Big Tex with the Mediterranean orzo salad and watermelon cucumber salad. Everything was delicious and the service was even better-so friendly!! I highly recommend you check them out.“

“My favorite breakfast spot in Sanibel island! You will not be disappointed

Vegetarian options: There is something for everyone here!

Dietary restrictions: Just advise staff!

Parking: Large number of parking spots!

Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly!

Wheelchair accessibility: Unsure“

“Panko fried shrimp Very good! Cooked to perfection. Coleslaw flavorful! Margarita flat bread *amazing. For an appetizer, it was flavorful, colorful, and filling. Chicken tenders *crunchy, juicy, filling. For an appetizer it was enough to fill me for lunch. Mary was our server and she did a fantastic job. Mom and I had Doc's for lunch and have leftovers to enjoy for later and will be back again!“

“Wow! Had never been until last night, although we frequently visit Sanibel. Can’t say enough about the quality of the food. My new all time favorite. A salad with tomatoes, watermelon, mozzarella, roasted pumpkin seed and a great dressing. Smoked tenderloin was a unique and fantastic dish.“

“I was sightseeing in Sanibel and found this place before driving back to the east coast. The service was great and their grouper sandwich was one of the best I've had. Wishing you much success! Definitely recommending to friends traveling to Sanibel Island. 🙂“

“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.“

“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!“

“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!“

“Food is homemade and delicious. Cheaper for me to feed the family then the supermarket A lifesaver close by. Thank you Sunflower Cafe see you again tonight for dinner“

“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.????“

“Always good food good service and brownie dessert rocks“

“My partner and I had a huge delicious breakfast at Annie's. Very fresh and very delicious! Service is fantastic! If you are in the Cape Coral area, please include a stop at Annie's.“

“Excellent views! Rohan, our server was excellent! Very attentive and prompt.“

“Great food, service & music!“

“This place was festive with a very positive atmosphere. The food was really good, especially the crab. The service was very quick. Our server was inspired and really made the whole experience, that of a friend you haven't talked to in a while and just immediately reconnect.“

“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.“

“We had a fantastic dinner at GatorBites Tail & Ale. Amber, our server, was perfectly attentive and timed everything just right. Nick, the owner, added charm by working the floor as a “pretend bus boy” before joining us for a great conversation that made the evening even more memorable.

As a lifelong foodie who usually cooks high-end meals at home, I was genuinely impressed. Some of the negative reviews I’d seen beforehand now seem baffling — this place exceeded expectations across the board.

The food was outstanding. The beer-battered shrimp were the best I’ve ever had — light, crispy, and flavorful. The wings were excellent, and my wife loved her smoked pulled pork sandwich. Their signature fresh gator was also a standout. First-timers: go for the virgin breaded version — it’s far more tender and crispy than the flavored options.

Prices are very fair, especially considering the quality. The cocktails are strong and well-made, and their house IPA, Reef Donkey, was a surprise hit — easily the best IPA I’ve had.

Despite being a sports bar-style venue, it’s spotlessly clean, welcoming, and delicious. It’s a little off the beaten path, but absolutely worth the effort to find. We’ll definitely be back.“

“Ryan was such an awesome server. Would definitely recommend this to anyone in the area!“

“We had a fantastic Sunday with our feet in the sand, enjoying a great live band. The vibe was perfect, there was a wide selection of cocktails, ice-cold beer, and the food was reasonably priced. We absolutely loved the place!“

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

“ROB was the best bartender! When we asked how long he'd been working at Dixie Fish, he told us her was new to the bar. He was Great!!“

“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.“

“Love this place. Great location. Can't wait for the building to be open“

“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.“

“Amazing Place….Amazing Employees….Amazing Food + Beverages!
5 ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️….across the board ….but only because 10⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Star is not an option!! Judy Hedrick 🌻😎🌻“

“The appetizers were very good along with the salad that came with my meal. Everyone I went with definitely enjoyed their meal. I had the pork medallions in a cranberry reduction. I think it could have been a lot better with a little extra salt but it was difficult to get the servers attention. A lovely setting, big bar, festive atmosphere but I believe you have to be a club member to eat here and bring guests.

Wheelchair accessibility: There are handicapped parking spots and the place is wheelchair accessible“

“We tried it for the first time last week and everything was great! The food was fresh and flavorful, and the service was spot-on!“

“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!“

“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.“

“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.“

“Had multiple meals here including breakfast buffet, lunch and dinners. Everything has been delicious and high quality from the quesadillas to Cali and pesto chicken sandwiches to the chicken Milanese. Their croissants and salami taste like I’m in Europe! Staff is full of great people from diverse backgrounds. All are super polite and friendly and make you feel like you’re VIP. Food comes out very fast and the view is amazing whether you’re sitting inside or outside.“

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

“Evie the hostess is amazing! She is always moving, cleaning and making sure everything is great!“

“Last night, we ended up getting stuck in the storm coming back from the Sanibel causeway. Seeking shelter, we decided to dock next to this place. Soaking wet, asked if we could sit outside and order. I believe it was Sydney that was our waitress. (Had an English accent if that helps) Service was absolutely amazing. All of the food (especially the buffalo chicken flatbread) was amazing! Thanks again to Sydney for the hospitality. She even brought us towels 🤣😂😂“

“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.“

“I was not a fan & I went back to tell them. I met Ashley (a manager who'd been sent here to fix the problems) she convinced me to come back & let them try again. So I went back for breakfast & I met Rodrigo who has turned out to be the best waiter I've met in this town. I had the best breakfast I've had since I moved here 6 years ago! More importantly, it turns out they have the best coffee in town! I went back again & brought a friend - guess what? Another great breakfast! Could these have been flukes? I went back for a third time with my family. Yet another flawless breakfast! Same restaurant, same Rodrigo, three excellent meals in a row with no complaints! Ashley whipped mornings into shape & now she's working on the rest. There stands a very good chance that this will become the restaurant we all hoped it would be. If you've eaten there & been disappointed I urge you to go back & try it again, I certainly will!“

“An excellent spot, full of creative and delicious treats made with love. Simply magnificent“

“The food was delicious and the service was great.🥰“

“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 🥰“

“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.“

“What a great place. The atmosphere was great along with the food and great staff! Highly recommend and will be back!“

“This resort was absolutely incredible! It was extremely kid friendly, we had so much fun and every single staff member was so kind and made the experience here amazing.

The men at the bar were professional, fun and very helpful. Jon, Leo and Calen made our experience a memorable one and we will definitely be back!“

“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“

“Would like to thank everyone for the hospitality and not drooling all over me. I had a wonderful time. Tell Tom (Tequila & Budlight) thanks for inviting me to his favorite place.“

“Christy is an amazing server! Quick, friendly service with delicious food and drinks.“

“Excellent food and excellent service“

“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.“

“Had an incredible birthday dinner with my husband last night at Coste. Troy the bartender treated me to a wonderful cosmopolitan before dinner. Daniel our waiter was very friendly and helped us pick out the best wine for our meal. I indulged in the bolognese and hubby had the redfish special ( caught fresh by the chef!). Great views and ambience for my birthday celebration.“