Best Clam Chowder in Fort Myers Beach

11 restaurant menus in Fort Myers Beach, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Dixie Fish Co.
Dixie Fish Co.
94/100 (6182 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Bar
Seafood
Seafood
American
American
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Stone Crab Claws
Tacos
Salad
Homemade Key Lime Pie
Fish Sandwich
Wings
Grouper Bites
Clam Chowder
Ceviche Cocktail
Fried shrimp
Moonshine Mussels
Fish & chips
Key lime pie
Crab
Yucatan Shrimp Tacos
Ceviche
Oyster
Coconut Crusted Grouper
Red Beans and Rice
Calamari
Grouper Cheek Bites
Bloody Mary
Grouper Sandwich
Mussels
Hurricane Irma
Loaded Chips
Fish
Calamares
Sandwiches
Smoked Wings
Cold Beer
Burger
Slaw
Fish & Chips
Chowder
Fish Sandwich
Whole Fried Fish
Fish & Chips
Peel & Eat Shrimp
Tapas
Shrimp
Dozen Oysters on the Half Shell
Fish Taco
Sit down
Seafood
Bar
American
Live Music
Waterfront
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Television
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Great food. Great prices. Great hospitality. Without a doubt the best, freshest seafood we have ever had. Eric the manager and Kevin the server are..."
Barry Sisson
"Love this place. Awesome view, on the water, great food. Chrystal served us at he bar she was fantastic and Bobby was so great! Totally attentive..."
Janice Nelson Kraus
"Awesome service by Kristen yesterday! Yummy calamari, yellowtail snapper, shrimp, key lime pie, and rum runners too :) The atmosphere was laid..."
Tracie Biery
"Excellent food,service and location. Dixie style shrimp and grouper were excellent. The highlight was the fried green tomato. The appetizer portion..."
Marcia Severin Mcgee
"Staff and food was wonderful. Sat at the outside bar waiting for our table and decided to just eat our dinner there since the view was so awesome! ..."
Brenda Bonner Main
"This place is great! The service, the view, the atmosphere are all great. We had the seafood salad which was really wonderful- lots of scallops and..."
Rachel West
"Love this place. It’s my go to multiple times while I’m visiting the area. Would be more if I wasn’t worried I would be recongnized for going..."
Crystal Leveille
"Dixie Fish Co is one of the best local seafood places to go. And their smoked wings on Wednesday are the best you wil ever eat!! Try the hogsnapper..."
Mike Curry
"Just came from Dixie with my family. Food delicious, service great,Joe our waiter, views incredible. Music very nice and not obtrusive. Fried green..."
Catherine Forde
"The best shrimp on the island! Great view of the harbor and awesome..."
Susie Wallace Toy
"Don’t miss this place! Beautiful waterside setting, freshest seafood anywhere. Our waitress was outstanding, very..."
Sandy Mausing Richter
"Dixie Fish Company is an exceptional seafood restaurant that consistently delights its patrons with a delectable array of dishes. The restaurant..."
Claudia Perfect
"I went here with my family last week on vacation and it was so good! I loved sitting on the deck overlooking the water. I ordered the fish and chips..."
Payton Douglas
"Fabulous open air restaurant, water views from every table! Food, service (thank you Allie!) and my drink were perfect! Love the Grouper Bites..."
Annie M
"Fantastic fresh seafood. Grouper sandwich was so good. Fun open air seating and beautiful views of the water. Cold beer. Friendly staff. It’s your..."
Jacob Blandford
"My first time here at the Dixie Fish Company and it was a great experience. We were seated immediately, the restaurant was not crowded when we went,..."
Jenny Roth
"Dixie Fish Company is in a great location on the water under Matanzas Pass Bridge. The waterside tables are so close to the water that is you dropped..."
Stacy D
"Fried Grouper sandwich was delicious, but ended up not being much of a sandwich as it fell apart. Grouper bites are highly recommended and the fries..."
Keaton Burnett
"Love this Place!!!! Amazing atmosphere for me! Big bar! Lots of tables! On the water!! Everything we ate was delicious!! Service was up to par!!!..."
Magnolia Brown
"So glad this place is open again! Michelle was our server and took excellent care of us. Party of 8, around 5 o'clock. Drinks were excellent and the..."
Chris Ellis
"We have been in the FMB area for a few days and have already eaten here twice. We knew about Dixie as we ate here a few years ago on our last visit...."
Christie C
Smokin Oyster Brewery
Smokin Oyster Brewery
93/100 (4314 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Soups
Vegan Options
American
Seafood
Bar
Pub
Seafood
American
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Shrimp
Fish Tacos
Crab Legs
Raw Oysters
Escargot
Fish Sandwich
Fried Shrimp
Salad
Peel and Eat Shrimp
Surf And Turf
Wings
Garlic Crabs
Fried shrimp
Clam Chowder
Smoked Fish Dip
Chicken Sandwich
Oyster PO Boy
Po' Boys
Crab
Oyster Rockefeller
Grouper Sandwich
Scallops
Low Country Shrimp Boil
Sandwiches
Fish
Clams
Cafe Home Brew Beer
Cheeseburger
Iced tea
Oyster
Baja Grouper Sandwich
Burger
Garlic bread
Mussels
Margaritas
corona
Watermelon Margarita
Fried Oyster Basket of Fries
New England Clam Chowder
Meringue Key Lime Pie
Chowder
Sit down
American
Pub
Seafood
Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Live Music
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Super fun girls trip in September!!! Food, staff and atmosphere was absolutely amazing!! First time to Fort Meyers Beach best on the beach!..."
Lori Phillips-Harris
"Love SOB..."
Wanda Korte
"Love the place!!! Every time I have my friends in I bring them down for a great..."
Debbie Fields Hernandez
"Everyone is so friendly here and the food is..."
Wendy Ruff
"Great food, great margaritas, true..."
Pearl Rutter
"I was on vacation there in July. My Aunt and I were looking for a good place to have a grouper sandwich. SOB was within walking distance of my..."
rebecca alfonso
"Edited review: we just came back this year. We are still in love with this place. Service and food were a total 5 star experience. The sauce they..."
Bristlecone Woodworks
"Just what I was looking for...a giant bucket of a variety of shellfish. For a touristy place it wasn't bad. Funny when waitress asked if I wanted my..."
Thu Nguyen
"SOB was a very cool experience. Great beach ambiance, live music and awesome crowd that visits the venue. The drinks were fantastic, they had great..."
Juan Jurado-Blanco
"In town for the weekend, bartender at our hotel suggested we check out SOB for dinner (Smoking Oyster Brewery). Going to have to thank him tomorrow...."
Stephen Jones
"Best seafood in all FMB, and Haley our server was by far the best ever. We had the snow crab bucket, peel and eat shrimp and started off with the..."
John Mirro
"This place is always great. We had some peel and eats and the ribeye - they were both really good. We brought our dog and had patio seating. This is..."
Brandy Purdon
"We had just spent several hours on the beach and were headed back to our car with plans to grab burgers on the way home. Nope. The smells as we got..."
LESLIE DIGIACOMO
"We stumbled in here not knowing what to expect, it was a random selection. Not at all disappointed! The food was amazing and fulfilling. ..."
John Filer
"Oh my God this place is outrageously delicious the food the service everything is a must must do a try love their ceviche the prices are ridiculously..."
Marie Rivas
Matanzas On The Bay
Matanzas On The Bay
92/100 (3038 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Seafood
American
Bar
Seafood
American
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Beef
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Chowder
Fish and Chips
Seafood Platters
Baby Back Ribs
Ribs
Lobster
Key Lime Pie
Salad
Seafood Chimichanga
Key lime pie
Clam Chowder
Smoked Fish Dip
Ceviche
Key Lime Colada
Grouper Sandwich
Crab
Crispy Grouper
Cakes
Scallops
Bay Bread
Fish
Oyster
Stuffed Gulf Shrimp
Pizza
Calamari
Salmon with Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Sandwiches
Coconut Shrimp
Margarita
Tuna
Burger
Stuffed Mushrooms
Salted caramel cheesecake
Calamares
Peppers
Spinach Salad
Shrimp Burger
Shrimp
Banana Daiquiri
Crab Cake
Sit down
American
Seafood
Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Seating
Live Music
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Waterfront
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Just a great spot for lunch or dinner. Have been going there for years. Great view, service and food. Up top for happy hour and music..."
MaryJane Hayhurst
"The view awesome, the pizza excellent and the waitress was attentive without being intrusive. The whole experience was topped off by the live music..."
Brian Lloyd
"Excellent food & service. Can’t say enough. We’ve been here before and I highly recommend..."
Norman Giovannini
"capt Kelly is the best bartender server going the pizza is good..."
David Ciarcia
"Loved this place. Hubby loved the clam chowder, I loved the coconut shrimp. The house salad was outstanding. Service excellent. Thank you for..."
Kathy Landis Phifer
"Who would have thought there was anything good about the bridge leading into Ft. Myers, well I finally found it, this place sits right underneath it..."
Kurt Kramer
"We were there just for drinks but stayed because the music was so good, Mary was sin ging,..."
Judy McLaughlin
"Great location and food. Live music, on the water and excellent wait..."
Karen Burchett Phillips
"Had a wonderful dinner on the bay! Delicious salted caramel chocolate martini! The $20 add on lobster tail is huge! Great..."
Rhonda Neuner
"Beautiful views, great service, crab cakes and onion rings were delicious. It's fast becoming my go to place for lunch on the..."
Pam Bangs Pearson
"Amanda the Bartender was so nice. The food was excellent . The view is amazing. We will be back and will be bringing..."
Marion
"Beautiful spot for a good meal. Love being on the water- the ambiance and live music was great. Gorgeous views. Food was good. The fish dishes..."
Nicole P
"This review is being written in June 2023. Hurricane Ian struck our area late September 2022 has changed the landscape. Fort Myers was particularly..."
Deborah Eckdahl
"Ordered a couple of beers....nice and cold! Got chips with homemade Pico and some guacamole, hubby got the chicken Cesar wrap, both were delicious..."
Donna Dolan
"Matanzas on the Bay is a true gem in Fort Myers Beach. This restaurant offers an amazing combination of mouthwatering food, a great place to dock..."
Rene Schildt
"One of the best restaurants in town. The quinoa salad is the best salad I’ve had at a restaurant. It’s very filling and comes with lots of..."
Monica Keith
"Never been here before but we loved it! We celebrated my mother in laws birthday here today and had a fantastic dinner. I had the broiled platter and..."
Mike Price
"Location was gorgeous! Food was unbelievably delicious! Server was awesome! We sat outside under heaters and the water view was spectacular. We will..."
Vanguard Cigar Club
"Very nice ambience on the lower deck formal dinner feel on upper deck bar crowd feel with live music which can be heard downstairs makes a nice touch..."
Francesca's Runway
"Food and drinks were really good. Enjoyed the views too! Would..."
Amy Lenz
"Great restaurant, we loved everything! Please always pick the stuffed options for few more dollars and more flavor. All of the adults had fun drawing..."
Jaynee Joe
"Good food! Only wish server would have come back around and refilled water after we paid and tipped very nicely! We were in town visiting with old..."
Kimberly Edmondson
"Beautiful restaurant on the bay - what a view! We stopped for lunch, the food was very fresh and very nice. We sat outside (it was very hot but worth..."
Lacey Mason
"Amazing as always!! We ordered and stayed for lunch and also bought several frozen take & re-bake pizzas to go. I've never had a bad meal here (or..."
Megan Garner
"Amazing! The grouper and the coconut shrimp were to die for. The red chili pepper cherry dipping will change your prospective on life. Looking..."
Wayne McClanahan (Wayne)
"The shrimp salad was so fresh and delicious. I highly recommend that dish. I'd go back just for that. The sweet tea was the real southern treat too...."
Jordan Person
"Wonderful place for a nice and pleasant dinner. We chose the restaurant for a family dinner. And despite the rainy weather we had a beautiful..."
Daniel Czemmel
"Great food, friendly staff, delicious cocktails and a gorgeous view. We will definitely be going back. Watched the storm roll in while we were..."
Alysia Train
Fresh Catch Bistro
Fresh Catch Bistro
90/100 (4868 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Seafood
American
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Seafood
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Late Night
Pasta
Salad
Cakes
Crab Cake
Clam Chowder
Pesto
Chowder
Cheesecake
Mac and cheese
Fish
Crab Legs
Filet Mignon
Crab
Scallops
Clams
Surf And Turf
Oyster
Burger
Bass
Calamari
Escargot
Risotto
Key lime pie
Mussels
Shrimp
Ceviche
Tuna
Bananas Foster
Calamares
Lobster
Salmon
Sit down
American
Seafood
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Reservations
Accepts American Express
Seating
Table Service
Waterfront
Wheelchair Accessible
Beach
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Discover
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Late Night
Drinks
Dinner
Fine Dining
"The best food on the Beach I think! If you like seafood this is the place to go! The service was fantastic and the food exquisite! Make a reservation..."
Nancy Engle
"As always, the best meals, the best view, and we got along with our waiter great, making it even more fun!! It was our Fathers Day Meal and he had..."
Susan Mahony DeLuca
"Great food, great atmosphere, great service. Tom the manager had the whole staff wishing my wife a happy birthday throughout our meal. Our server..."
Dennis Spahr
"Sorry that I haven’t gone here sooner!!! We had the best seafood here tonight that I’ve ever had in the 25 years of coming to Ft. Myers Beach!!..."
Bill Jen Woznicki
"Wonderful experience all the way around. Service and food were 1st rate and the view from the patio was..."
Dean Blanchard
"Location, location, location! You can’t beat the beach view! We were a party of three, one local guy and two out-of-towners and we sat on the..."
Rosane Kirinus
"Hands down the best food I have ever eaten. The professional staff and beautiful views are..."
Joanne Olson
"We are from Germany and travelled all around through Florida. In our 14 days this was the best dinner we ever had. The service „Tommy“ was soooo..."
Claudia Kinzel
"My family eat here on 7/5. The food and service was spectacular! The best paella I have had..."
Lisa Perez
"Great gourmet cuisine. Every part of the meal is thought through and served proper. Going there again this trip. Highly recommend the hogfish for the..."
Tim Spade
"First time at this restaurant, I enjoyed it so much, food was amazing! And the staff was awesome � And a special Thanks to the head..."
Iris Velez Aponte
"Dined her last night post Irma. Sat outside since they had no air. It was a beautiful breezy night so it was fine. Service was great and food was..."
Linda Djukic Stasiak
"12/15: We come to Ft. Myers Beach every year in December and we always try find a new place to add to our rotation.  This year we discovered Fresh..."
Rick
"We had an awesome calamari, followed by 2 entrees (Island Mahi Mahi & Mediterannean Shrimp). Both dishes were fresh with large portions & yummy..."
SparkleCreates
"So yummy and gorgeous view! Went for my birthday dinner and they even give complimentary dessert that was pretty good. The bartenders were very..."
Madison Nicole
"Food and view were superb, but service was sloppy (spilled water and oil all over the table and almost on several members in our party) and made us..."
Sarah
"Amazing! Great atmosphere and great food. We had the pecan encrusted grouper and teriyaki sea bass! If looking for great sea food in the area it's a..."
Todd Hammond
"My wife and I had an amazing dinner at Fresh Catch Bistro. I had the shrimp Mediterranean which was better with every bite and she had Salmon Oscar...."
GN
"Absolutely Top Notch!. Beginning with our greeting from the staff, this was an amazing dining experience! Danny was our waiter. He was very..."
Janet Clark
"Our server Gina was the best! Extremely sweet and pays close attention to all your needs! The food was amaaaazing! I had the crab stuffed mushrooms..."
Valerie Vidal
"What we needed!. A lovely place right on the white sand beach. Great views.The food and service were stellar - thanks Derrick.Start off..."
Mike Co
"No Complaints. Went to this restaurant on the recommendation from friends. We were not disappointed. We were a large table and so I got to try lots..."
Dad25girls
"Awesome sunset view matched by great food and service. Table cloth table and manager attentive service very nice. Food was top shelf. We will be..."
Doug McG
"View was great, service was wonderful and the food was delicious. I got the Day Scallops and my friend got the Grouper Caprese. Both were beautifully..."
Lisa Eberly
"Food was excellent. Grouper Caprese was outstanding. Server was slightly above average although other restaurant staff members were very nice and..."
Brian Dickson
"Wow! My husband, daughter, and myself just returned from a sunset dinner at the Fresh Catch Bistro. (June 17, 2013). My husband ordered sea bass with..."
Megan
"Loved our meal and atmosphere!!! Service excellent too. Would definitely..."
Carry
"Great view. We had dinner and planned on the sunset, it was spectacular! When making reservations we thought the place would be packed, but I think..."
Paul M
"Best Resturant on Ft Myers Beach. Service supreme, atmosphere incredible. Food delicious. We will..."
Debbie Weirick
"Beautiful Sunset. Excellent food and service. We ordered fish grilled (grouper and see bass) both dishes were beautiful decorated. The only not so..."
Kotufita
"Beautiful place! Food was good but next time I will ask have the fish without the rice as the fish was like a rice sandwich and it was hard to fully..."
Robert Eugene
"Great Catch!!. While on vacation in the Bonita Bay Area we took a drive to Fort Myers Beach and what a place we found!! Fresh Catch Bistro has it..."
Joey Bag O' Donuts
"Love Fresh Catch and definitely recommend if you are looking for something nicer but by no means pretentious. I wore flip flops and felt right at..."
Jacob Blandford
"We loved Fresh Catch on the beach but the new location is equally gorgeous. The hostess greeted us immediately and confirmed we were celebrating an..."
Melody Ingersoll
"Brought my mom here to celebrate her birthday. The food and drinks were delicious. Atmosphere was nice our table had a great view. We will be..."
Nicole Morales
"We had been to Bayfront Bistro, Fresh Catch’s predecessor many times and loved it. Fresh Catch fills those shoes well! Delicious food, great..."
James Woyciesjes
"New location! So happy for them! Great service! Not as fresh as they claim. Party of 4 one order charred octopus was amazing! For starters we were..."
Linda Adkins
"Our favorite place on the beach! We have been going to the old Fresh Catch location every spring break for years and never been disappointed. Their..."
Allyson Kemp
"Birthday dinner was excellent. My scallops were perfect and my husbands seabass was..."
Mary Higgins
"Had an anniversary dinner here recently. I brought cards from past special occasions and asked the host if they could get me a larger table for 2 so..."
Chris Garcia
"I cannot say enough about Fresh Catch Bistro!!! I work with Neal for months planning the perfect wedding reception for our daughter. He made it so..."
Lisa Rooney
"Came here prior to the hurricane for an anniversary dinner. Lovely ocean view and an amazing menu selection. Delicious food and attentive..."
Wiaczeslaw Kubarev
Bayfront Bistro & Bar
Bayfront Bistro & Bar
85/100 (3727 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Seafood
Vegan Options
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Seafood
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Lobster
Crab Cake
Chowder
Pasta
Fish
Tapas
Salad
Pork
Tacos
Filet Mignon
Clam Chowder
Ribs
Crab
Scallops
Cioppino
Calamari
Pork Tenderloin
Risotto
Burger
Key lime pie
Mussels
Ceviche
Tuna
Paella
Calamares
Shrimp
Cakes
Salmon
Beef
Pesto
Sit down
American
Seafood
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Television
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Seating
Accepts Visa
Table Service
Accepts American Express
Wheelchair Accessible
Live Music
Serves Alcohol
Waterfront
Gift Cards Available
Accepts Discover
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Fine Dining
"Wonderful place! My boyfriend and I celebrated my birthday on our last day in Florida. The service was very cheerful and attentive; the food was so..."
Emily Grace Majerus
"The Chilean Seabass was to die for. Excellent service and a beautiful..."
Tianna Arguinzoni Penix
"Great setting, meal and service from Samantha. We highly recommend the..."
Brian Lovin
"I was lucky enough to celebrate my birthday here with family. The food was excellent and the service prompt and courteous. Highly recommended..."
Stephen Forte
"The food, service and ambiance was perfection. Thank you for making my visit there a memorable one. I will definitely..."
Gayle McLaughlin Barker
"Amazing food, atmosphere and wait staff!!! Can't wait to go..."
Regina Letizia-Notarianni
"The food and service was great, the view was..."
Richard Post
"We had our wedding and reception here. These folks made everything so easy . . . It was totally a Peaceful Easy..."
Laura Bowers Talak Romesberg
"We went there for the first time in Christmas day. A party of 3 with 3 different entrees. Lobster ravioli, Chicken parmesan and Grouper. All were..."
Jennifer P
"Wow!!!! Stopped in on a whim and just to have a beer and rnjoy the view......well I got a heck of a relaxing view from the outdoor second level..."
Rick Colon
"We went to Bayfront Bistro today (Nov 7, 2022) for their Grand Reopening. The food and drinks were great and they have really done a phenomenal job..."
James Watt
"This is a hidden gem! We have been to Fort Myers several times now and this was our first time at Bayfront Bistro. Food was amazing. Our service from..."
Samantha Osborne
"Food was excellent as was the ambiance. Portion size was perfect....satiating but not stuffing. Two quirks we weren't happy about...their happy..."
Sharon Wright
"Great food & friendly service! My spouse and I, ate dinner here last night. Prior to our visit, I had read a review that mentioned that Bayfront..."
D Burtley
"We sat at the bar. We had 2 house salads that were excellent size and taste good. Came with bread and some kind of oil dip, very good. We also had..."
Patricia Smith
"Fish was fresh and was prepared perfectly! Flavor was amazing as well. We have a kid with an egg allergy and when we asked the server if the bread..."
Jason Moss
"The downstairs Marina-side Bayfront Bistro is our favorite casual restaurant in South Fort Myers Beach, FL. They have the very best blackened,..."
Daniel O'Brien
"We came to the Bayfront Bistro on Monday for the early bird special. From 4:30pm to 5:30pm (not sure other days offered) you can get a full course..."
Gary Van Siclen
"Food was good, if priced high for lunch, even on the island. A lunch for two with an appetizer and a soda was $65 with tip. Service was very good,..."
Talented Hack
"Excellent experience during our first visit to Bayfront Bistro. Excellent water view and both the food and service was excellent. Got the calamari..."
Sam Criss
"We stumbled into this place on accident thinking that Publix might be opened, but we're so glad we came here instead! The calamari was an excellent..."
Carmen Rodriguez
"We happened upon this restaurant 5/25/19 and were just blown away by the wonderful experience our group of four had there. The food was outstanding,..."
Larry Willis
"Only stopped at the downstairs outside bar for a quick drink and small bite to eat. Great location right on the water. The upstairs had amazing..."
Glenn DiResto
"Service was prompt, friendly and courteous. Caesar salad was big enough to split. Lobster ravioli and dill salmon were both cooked perfectly. Highly..."
Google User
"Went here for our one year anniversary brunch. Such a great experience. The views are incredible. Food was awesome. Our server Dominick was great,..."
Madison Hayduke
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille Ft. Myers Beach
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille Ft. Myers Beach
85/100 (16477 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Seafood
Seafood
American
American
Caribbean
Vegan Options
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Lobster
Crab Cake
Paella
Chowder
Pasta
Seafood Paella
Lobster Roll
Tapas
Salad
Shrimp and Grits
Fish Taco
Clam Chowder
Grouper Sandwich
Tacos
Cakes
Ribs
Crab
Pesto
Fish
Fish Sandwich
Scallops
Pork
Oyster
Sandwiches
Calamari
Burger
Baguette
Mussels
Carrot Cake
Tuna
Key lime pie
Calamares
Ceviche
Salmon
Shrimp
Sit down
Seafood
Caribbean
Bar
American
Live Music
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Waterfront
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Television
Private Dining
Seating
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"From the Hostess, our server, food runner Kyle. Everything was excellent Great service Fastastic food A must when in Fort Myers..."
Maria-Denyse Spurlock
"We all got different things and it was alla amazing! I highly recommend the Ribeye and Ahi Tuna! If you go here ask for Jade as your server she was..."
Chad Wallace
"Amazing atmosphere, the food was delicious, and the service outstanding! Mark was our waiter, and his food and drink suggestions were excellent. We..."
Lea Bifano-Vozzella
"Just a great place to go. Their Cuban sandwich is to die..."
Alex Brown
"I love the food and the view at Doc Ford’s! The staff was very..."
Deborah Callicoat
"Always a great choice, relaxing, great food and better view...."
Frank Quinones
"Every thing I ordered tasted incredible. The chef is very talented and the staff was on the..."
Rich Stanich
"This restaurant captures the essence of the Southwest Florida Coast. There are a lot of great choices on the menu including a Seared Tuna Appetizer,..."
Janet Cohen
"So have to start with the fact that our server Natalia was amazing and always on time. Everything else was pretty great also, almost, especially the..."
Gilbert Grape
"This was the first time we visited this location, but the food is no different than at the Sanibel location. The menu offers great appetizers, meat,..."
Anna Krysinska
"Twice as nice!! And fantastic staff to boot. We enjoyed Doc’s so much we came a second night to enjoy different dinner options. We were not..."
Sindy Tirado
"Food was superb! Great views. Can eat inside or outside. The wait staff really know the menu if you have any questions. The desert was very good. Too..."
Gary Schnaper
"First time going and it did not disappoint. Great food, service, view and had love music. Will definitely be going back..."
tiffany pescini
"We dined here with family in November. We were seated next to the water on the lower deck. Server was excellent and very attentive. They had a..."
Kathy M
"It’s very cliché to say that they are back and better than ever, but it is so true. The atmosphere is amazing, the service from Christain, our..."
don mcmahon
"We loved our evening at Doc Ford's. Everything was outstanding. The view, the wait time (excellent service from Elza without a reservation on a..."
Elise Laney
"Great seafood and a great venue made this a favorite stop during the week that we spent in Florida. The Buffalo Shrimp was the best ever, nothing..."
Ted Wachholz
Junkanoo Below Deck
Junkanoo Below Deck
84/100 (3932 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Vegan Options
American
Seafood
Bar
Pizza
Seafood
American
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Fish & Chips
Tapas
Lobster
Fish Taco
Tacos
Salad
Fish Sandwich
Wings
Clam Chowder
Fajitas
Crab
Nachos
Scallops
Grouper Sandwich
Oyster
Sandwiches
Fish & chips
Fish
Calamari
Burger
Calamares
Shrimp
Chowder
Sit down
Seafood
Bar
American
Pizza
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Table Service
Waterfront
Wheelchair Accessible
Beach
Accepts Discover
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Mid-range
"This is an excellent restaurant! We had dinner on an October week night and sat down immediately. Jay was our humorous, photographing, laughing..."
Joshua Knight
"I'm so glad Franco found a new spot for his resturants. Junkanoo is one of me and my wife's favorite restaurants to stop at when we come down to FMB..."
Jacob J
"Came in by boat and welcomed by a dock helper to get us secure. Grabbed a drink from the upper deck bar that was really nice and Jack makes amazing..."
Scott Benefield, Realtor
"Good waterfront casual dining bar. Service, food and drinks were all good. Water views are a bonus. Great place to have some drinks, watch sone..."
Mark Pfeifer
"With blue skies and warm temperatures, we wanted to enjoy some drinks and an afternoon snack on the water. It seems everyone else had the same idea..."
CStraight
"We came here for lunch with some dear friends. It was our first time at the new location. Atmosphere was great and servers were friendly and..."
TomandDebi Williams
"We genuinely enjoyed our experience, food, and exceptional service during our son's and daughter-in-law's wedding rehearsal dinner. The management..."
Alan Hosch
"A really cool place to enjoy a few beers and cocktails. They have indoor and patio seating. A hurricane Ian survivor. They're part of the FMB dining..."
John W (Travelin.Johnny)
"I'm a local and was so happy to be here!! It was such a lovely place and we just loved our server, Jorge. The views were outstanding. Nothing like a..."
Marci Noegel
"The view was beautiful on the bay side. Nice happy hour specials and good selection of reasonable lunch meals. Will definitely be..."
Brandy Purdon
Pinchers
Pinchers
84/100 (3963 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Seafood
American
Bar
Seafood
American
Bar
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Raw Oysters
Crab & Corn Chowder
Ahi Tuna
Crab Cake
Pasta
Fish and Chips
Fish
Chowder
Salad
Clams
Sangria
Fish & Chips
Tapas
Wings
Cheeseburger
Fresh fish
Tacos
Clam Chowder
Lobster
Chicken Fingers
Crab Legs
Crab Rangoon
Fried calamari
Ribs
Crab
Signature Key Lime Pie
French Fries
Scallops
Alaskan King Crab Legs
Fried shrimp
Clams
Soft Shell Crab Sandwich
Alfredo
Oyster
Famous Fish & Chips
Sandwiches
Key lime pie
Calamari
Pinchers Crab Cakes
Burger
Fish & chips
Grouper Sandwich
Mussels
Cakes
Calamares
Pesto
Texas Tonys Baby Back Ribs
Salmon
Shrimp
Hush Puppies
Shrimp Scampi Angel Hair Pasta
Sit down
American
Bar
Seafood
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Television
Waterfront
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Mid-range
"Our server was very nice and gave us a table by the window. We asked for recommendations, and she gave a couple of good ones. This location doesn't..."
brittany hemingway
"We love several of their locations but this was our first time to this one. It did not disappoint. We had the jumbo stone Crab Claws and Crab..."
Ca B
"We stopped here on our way back to our hotel after visiting Lovers Key State park. It is a very cool and interesting place to eat! I live crab cakes..."
Sandra Lucas
"Tiara was an amazing server who really made my visit memorable. From the introduction, drink and food order to the end of our meal she was great. Our..."
Tyler Wilson
"Stopped here with my kids on our way back to Siesta Key. Food was so delicious. I got the crab dip to share, that was super cheesy. My kids ordered..."
Tiana Cartwright
"Pinchers is another favorite restaurant that me and my family visit when we come down for vacation here on FMB. The food, drinks, staff, and..."
Jacob J
"We had HEATHER she was amazing! Very informative and helpful.We are on vacation and had alot questions for her and she answered everyone with a smile..."
SHERI MINOR
"Great food. Casual environment. Great service. The crab and corn chowder is excellent. We had the stone crabs and shrimp scampi. They forgot to bring..."
Aylin D
"Tiara was awesome!! She was on top of everything. She was very busy but made us feel like we were her only table. Best service ever. I will be back..."
Emily Harrsion
"Food and service was Fabulous!!! Ryan our server did great. Had stuffed shrimp with..."
Gil Murphy
Yucatan Beach Stand Bar & Grill
Yucatan Beach Stand Bar & Grill
82/100 (6111 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
American
Vegan Options
American
Barbecue
Seafood
Bar
Pub
Barbecue
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Pub
Seafood
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Blackened Shrimp Skewers
Tapas
Side Salad
Fish Taco
Lobster
Fish and Chips
Mojito
Tacos
Pasta
Escargot
caesar salad
Crab Legs
Ribs
Meatloaf
Cuban Sandwich
Taco salad
Salad
Crab Legs
Lobster ravioli
Wings
Shrimp Boil
Crab cakes
Nachos
Clam Chowder
Peel and Eat Shrimp
Homemade Key Lime Pie
Omelette
Crab
Top Shelf Margaritas
Sandwiches
Chicken Sandwich
Scallops
Bud Light Draft Beer
Burger
Grouper Sandwich
Oyster
Yucatan Bread
Pesto
Tuna
Fish
Fish & chips
Cocktails
Lava Nachos
Shrimp
Blackened Shrimp Quesadilla
Fish & Chips
Sit down
American
Barbecue
Bar
Pub
Seafood
Parking Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Beach
Accepts Discover
Wheelchair Accessible
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We went there for dinner & drinks, we loved everything about it, service was great, food was excellent !! Fair bar prices, music, put it on list to..."
Terry Coolbaugh
"Chad is the best bartender on the island and a big reason my wife and I continue to comeback to FMB! And the O’My Mayan wings are too die for! If..."
John Robinson
"Kick a snow crab, best I've ever had! Our waiter was great as well, he said he never tried the snow crab yet he highly recommended it! Im sorry I..."
Jenni Anderson
"We ate here yesterday while on vacation from Minnesota. Our server was very personable, quick and attentive. Baked fish, chicken pasta, fish pasta,..."
Cara Ryan
"Is what it’s advertised to be. A bar with noise, music, good drink, decent food, cool location, great people and atmosphere. If you don’t want..."
Shawn Toner
"Amazing staff and the backed shrimp was to die for! I will be back again and..."
Paula Smith
"Great food, great atmosphere, love this place. Great spot for day drinkin too..."
Eric Nicholas
"We had an awesome time! Great bloody Mary’s and mimosas. Breakfast was awesome. The server was knowledgeable about the area and suggested some new..."
Brittany Flavell
"Great place to stop for a drink or a meal we had ribeyes and they were..."
Diane Taylor Bowling
"Had a great steamed shrimp pot, bartender Chris took great care of us on last day of vaca..."
Amy Servis
"Was there St. Patrick's day weekend. Prices affordable, great staff and the food was awesome. I will be..."
David Bellis
"We absolutely loved this restaurant! We eat here for dinner on a Thursday night in October and sat down immediately. They have still not recovered..."
Joshua Knight
"The hostess said we could not be seated at a 4 top because they were working on the floor by the table. She wanted to sit us in the back where the..."
Marlene Wood
"Yay! It survived the Hurricane last year and is still open! Same great atmosphere as before. Same great food. The only change was that they no..."
Keith Doom
"What a unique bar! The swings at the bar are the coolest touch. Tried the local cider and it was great. They played great music and the place is..."
Morgan Thompson
"Food came out fast. Waitress was attentive and kept asking if all was well. Was pretty busy when we came after 6pm on a Wednesday. Food was okay..."
Kimberly Hall
"We had the Snow Crab boil - it was delicious! The atmosphere was great, and our waitress was super attentive. It's definitely a five-star..."
Christina Linn
"The shrimp dish, and their Cuban sandwich both were very good. What we liked the most is how dog friendly they were. They even have a doggy menu. We..."
William Hefling
"We needed boredom at home day out. As we drove down to Fort Myers Beach to try something new we ended up here. The staff were all polite and..."
Rolland Purcell
"Good vibe, good food, lacks parking Edit.....to respond to your comment. No the lack of 5 stars was not due to parking. I have lived down here full..."
Liss
"Crab legs were delicious and a good value. Everything else we tried was good too. Especially the coconut..."
Kayla Oster
"I was in Ft. Meyer for the first time ever! I went to this place for lunch and had Yadira as my server. When you talk about a sweet, very attentive..."
Danisha Corbin
"For having a hurricane 7 months ago, we were very impressed with how put together they were while remodeling the inside of the restaurant. We came up..."
Ashley C
"Went over to see the damage and recovery efforts. This place is totally up and running!! Food was amazing, service was spot on. The place was packed..."
Denis O'B
"We were able to get right in on a Saturday night! Cool right? Our server was fantastic and the food came out so quickly... impressive! I had a..."
Debbie Martin
"Nice location. I felt rushed. Waiter forgot to put in my order. Food was bland. My son who eats nearly everything didn't eat the party melt. Good..."
Carolina Fabian
"As a local, I love coming here. The servers are always awesome and you can't go wrong with the food and beer prices. The exception is that smoking is..."
Cat H
"Food was boring but all else was good. Staff was very good. One interesting thing was the bar had swings for..."
Daniel Randolph
"Yucatan was a place that was highly recommended almost every travel site I looked at for where to eat while in Fort Myers Beach. So, we have it a..."
Chelsey Conroy
The Whale
The Whale
79/100 (4541 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
American
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Fish & Chips
Lobster
Lobster Roll
Tapas
Salad
Fish Taco
Tacos
Wings
Ribs
Clam Chowder
Fish Sandwich
Crab
Oyster
Fajitas
Calamari
Sandwiches
Cuban Sandwich
Mussels
Burger
Grouper Sandwich
Tuna
Calamares
Shrimp
Chowder
"We have been going to the Beached Whale for years! We love the view from the top deck, their appetizers that we've had include fish fingers coconut..."
Vicki Cremer-Filz
"My daughter and I and her girl friend was there last night and the food and staff were amazing’!!! The grouper is s must and the coconut shrimp..."
Stacey Foster
"We had the fish tacos, conch chowder, stuffed mushrooms and everything was awesome. Very friendly and attentive staff. Definitely would recommend..."
Gina Hilderbrand-Cuquejo
"Great food, Danny is the best bartender. Fun spot to watch people from upper..."
Merrie-Don Moraski
"The food and drinks were awesome, loved the Rib Eye/Lobster combo special. Great view from upper level. Michelle, our bartender, was a lot of fun to..."
Lou Marks
"Happy hour is great ,best on the beach,mussels are to die..."
Yvonne Parr
"Been coming to the Beached Whale for years ! Good food and love the roof top seating! Great beach..."
Daniel Rodgers
"Amazing food, that shaved prime rib sandwich wa anazing... thanks Robin for the recommendation, putting on the Xavier Basketball game and taking..."
Shannon Arnett Brubaker
"Great view great food excellent service . I am new to this coast and this will be my new "go to "..."
Evan Kleiman
"This is an outdoor bar that has live music every night. They have a permanent BBQ food truck. And can I say the mac,n cheese bowl, topped with pulled..."
Tammy Emeterio
"Stopped in for lunch after arriving in town. We sat upstairs out on the deck. Beautiful weather. He was shaded and I had 🌞 Great place to people..."
Erin Murdock
"Great food!! We were greeted by a wonderful hostess who offered us a great spot upstairs which overlooks the street of Ft. Meyers Beach. The special..."
Maleah Perkins
"Amazing outdoor bar experience! We haven't been down to the beach since Ian. We were excited to see The beached Whale up and running! A big beautiful..."
Fallan Terilla
"Have a great set up of tents, music, bar, and gift shop area. Very spacious. Full bar. Alexandria is the best..."
Sherry Nicodemus
"We had lunch here on a Saturday at lunch time with our two boys (ages 12 and 14). The restaurant was steady but not overly busy. We sat outside,..."
Jennifer T
"Luv this place. Friendly staff. Great drinks. Great food. Huge portion at a fair price. Had the beach bread with bacon. Very good and filling. Did..."
Orlando Martinez
"We went to the beach to grab lunch and enjoy the day after driving looking for parking ended up here at the Whale which not only had a parking lot..."
Taylor McDonnell
"The Whale is by far our favorite restaurant on FMB! The service is great and their happy hour specials are awesome... Definitely get the garlic..."
molly herrick
"Stopped in for a bite after a lazy beach day. Was not disappointed. The drinks were fresh, the food hit the spot, and cravings were satisfied. Will..."
Christopher Guarin
"The Whale is an amazing place to eat! We ate outside, upstairs. The wait was a small amount of time, but we were able to sit at the bar and have a..."
Jacque Frasure
"My favorite spot in Fort Myers beach. They have a nice rooftop deck as well as a lower deck for outdoor seating. The food is amazing. The steamed..."
Rachel Myers
"Cool place that we went for during happy hour. Incredible value and food. Hostess could have been nicer to deal with, but our waitress was..."
Rafal Kotlowski
"Absolutely wonderful spot on the beach. Went there expecting basic bar food but everything was outstanding, from the appetizer to the dessert! The..."
Chris Davis
"Love The Whale!! When family and friends come into town we always make sure to take them here. Burgers, mussels or grouper is..."
Diane Robertson
"One of my favorite spots on Fort Myers Beach! Love taking my clients here to celebrate officially closing on their new home in Fort Myers,..."
Matthew Harrington
"We were seated right away outside. Greeted by wonderful waitress. I had the fish and chips. My wife had the ginger lime shrimp. We had klt kat cheese..."
Randol Logan
"The food was delicious. We especially enjoyed the homemade Key Lime pie. Service was great. Seafood was fresh. Blackened Chicken Alfredo was..."
Clarissa clarissakahwaji@rocketmail.com
"Sunday church $1.00 bloody Mary's were the best!! Great music and..."
Ted & Ellie Allen
Fish-tale Waterfront Dining
Fish-tale Waterfront Dining
76/100 (1323 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Bar
American
Grill
Steakhouse
Seafood
Seafood
American
Grill
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Lobster
Chowder
Pasta
Lobster Roll
Tapas
Salad
Fish Taco
Wings
Tacos
Clam Chowder
Mac and cheese
BLT
Scallops
Sandwiches
Grouper Sandwich
Oyster
Burger
Pesto
Calamari
Fish
Risotto
Tuna
Calamares
Shrimp
Salmon
Sit down
American
Seafood
Bar
Grill
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Great place to stop for a bite, beverage and outstanding service. The place really has first class design. Oysters Rockefeller presentation changed..."
Alex L. Flor
"Fish Tale is now open for business, it is located at the location of the old Fish House..... After a complete tear down and renovation of a new..."
Rich Sestini
"amazing renovation! The place looks great and the service and food were to die for. Everyone must try this place and fall in love like we..."
Mary Kann
"The food was amazing! We had the kids fish sticks with a side of lobster bisque, grouper blt, fish tacos and grouper Reuben. JK was our sever and..."
Andrea Jane
"We had a delicious lunch with a great view. The staff was extremely friendly and the atmosphere was terrific. We look forward to our next visit. ..."
Pat Warncke
"A terrific waterfront experience. A labor of love by Al & Kathy. Opening night exceeded all of the high expectations. Expect to be regulars enjoying..."
Richard J George
"We ate there four times during the soft opening weekend... obviously we are fans. We live right next door so and keep our boat at the Marina so I..."
Ellen Bowers
"The fish tacos, omg! ���� And the grouper BLT is awesome..."
Huldah Niles
"Awesome food and no plastic straws or styrofoam..."
Roxy Roo
"Grouper blt and grouper tacos. Sweet potato fries and onion..."
James A Benson
"We were there shortly after it opened and the food prepared by their chef was incredible, both in terms of presentation and taste. The menu had..."
Mark Rippstein
"I've dined here several times, both under old and new management. The new management is on it. They are attentive and collect customer feedback at..."
Iris Schiafone
"My wife and I chose to sit inside due to the heat on a 90 degree day, but it wasn't any cooler inside than outside. All the windows were open, and it..."
John Hoesch
"My family went here for my brother's birthday lunch on our vacation. We had a huge group (12), but were seated immediately. We went at about 11:15 am..."
Theresa Lynch
"Loved this place! We went for some lunch and decided to share the pork nachos which was an appetizer,but was plenty for us both! Delicious! Pina..."
Patricia
"We arrived a with a 30 minute wait, which went pretty quick. We each had a bloody Mary at the bar waiting for table. They were ok. We sat outside..."
Patricia Smith
"Popped in for lunch before heading to the airport- fast, wonderful service from Angela (she knows the menu & offered perfect advice on the..."
Anne Dunning
"Great open air restaurant with an indoor area too. Great place for lunch with big portions! The Philly cheese steak was excellent, the onion ring an..."
Kimberly Hartman
"Loved it...although I haven't been there for over a year I was sad to see the original bldg and it's quaintness. I always went by boat from home on..."
Yvonne M Troisi-Morgan
"Years ago we were here when it was another name. Was told it was totally rebuilt and under its current name. Well the rum runners were still there..."
Jeff Garner
"I enjoyed my mahi sandwich and the grouper b.l.t. was great. Mango margarita was so yummy. Peach caprese was amazing. Billy was a great server,..."
Loretta Marie
"Great waterfront lunch spot, good grub, fresh fish, tasty drinks. We came to Fort Myers on vacation and went out for a cruise on my grandmas boat...."
Zino
"Just love this place! Food was amazing - our party had the seafood pasta, shrimp basket, and Atlantic salmon. Highly recommend them all! The..."
Ashley Marshall
"Awesome place. We were pleasantly surprised at Fish Tale. Very clean establishment with a great staff. The menu has a great variety to satisfy any..."
Raymond Miale
"Delightful lunch on their large outdoor patio. We docked at an available mooring for our pontoon boat. Service was exceptional. Food,..."
Ron Fark
"Fish Tale Waterfront Dining was a very good experience,the place was clean ,it has a original decorations,Staff was kind and friendly,good prices..."
Sol