This September, Sizzle Dining Month is the perfect excuse to visit.
Explore special chef-inspired menus throughout our islands, beaches and neighborhoods and enjoy meals as memorable as the views. Then continue your culinary journey with MICHELIN-recognized restaurants, waterfront favorites, lively food truck parks, craft breweries and more. From Gulf-fresh seafood to dazzling sunset views, there's always something new to savor.
Sizzle Dining Participating Restaurants
Visit in September and you can enjoy amazing multi-course meals for a fixed price from our top chefs. Plus, each time you dine, $1 will be donated to Blessings in a Backpack SWFL.
Three More Reasons to Come Hungry
Three local restaurants have earned recognition from the prestigious MICHELIN Guide, showcasing the creativity, craftsmanship and unforgettable flavors waiting to be discovered throughout the Fort Myers area.
The Dish on Neighborhoods and What's New
NEW! Fort Myers' Culinary District
Explore the ever-growing list of exciting places to wine and dine downtown.
Cape Coral's Dining Delights
A dining scene filled with scenic waterways - and really good food days.
NEW! Fork & Stroll Food Tour
Walk historic streets, savor chef‑crafted bites and soak in timeless architecture.
Bonita Springs and Estero: Culinary Stars
Explore acclaimed restaurants, microbreweries, food truck parks and more.
Discover Local Flavors in Matlacha
From the fresh catch at Blue Dog to happy hour at Miceli's.
Dine with Your Toes in the Sand
Fort Myers Beach restaurants await with amazing seafood and sunsets.
A Taste of Captiva Island
Three one-of-a-kind experiences for foodies.
Scrumptious Sanibel
Dine on the only island in the U.S. to make Expedia's 2026 Top 10 list!
Craving a Culinary Adventure?
Are you a family of foodies or is it all about the beach? Do you thrive on adrenaline or insatiable curiosity? Take a short quiz for a list of activities perfect for your family.
All around Fort Myers’ islands, beaches and neighborhoods, you’re near so many bodies of water that every meal can come with a different view. Soak in the last rays just before sunset while overlooking the beach and the sparkling Gulf of Mexico.
If you're looking for where to dine and party, you'll find many exciting options in downtown Fort Myers’ charming River District, which is
Inhale those fresh Gulf breezes and feel the warmth of the sun on your face as the day unfolds before you.
Fresh Southwest Florida stone crab claws are a delectable, sustainable delicacy.
When it comes to enjoying the outdoors in Florida, luxuriant beaches and lush golf courses are likely the first scenes that come to mind. But in Fort Myers, dining outdoors is every bit as popular a pastime as sunbathin
Did the mug life choose you? Light and sweet, dark as night, piping hot or over ice – as long as you have your coffee nobody gets hurt, right?
Enjoy the outdoors and feast your way through Southwest Florida’s best local food trucks. Always casual with delicious dining and special events, these food truck locations promise a good time all year long.
In Southwest Florida, farmers markets flourish year-round. And the open-air wholesales are hands-down the best way to get not just fresh produce, but handmade crafts and creations.
We carry a torch for these Fort Myers–area tiki bars where you’ll find good vibes, flowing drinks and tropical décor. Enjoy the sensation of being on island time, no passport required.
Where Foodies Love to Stay
Many of our top fine-dining and foodie-focused restaurants are right at luxury hotels and resorts.
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