Some of the best meals in Florida happen when you least expect them, at a spot you almost drove right past. Picture yourself sitting at the water’s edge, salt in the air, a plate of fresh Gulf seafood in front of you, and working boats gliding in from a day out on the bay.
There’s something about eating shrimp so fresh you can practically taste the ocean, all while soaking in a laid-back island feel. If you love finding waterfront places that overdeliver without emptying your wallet, this little corner of the Gulf Coast is worth the trip.
A Waterfront Home on Fishermans Wharf
Tucked right along the marina at 708 Fishermans Wharf in Fort Myers Beach, this waterfront seafood spot sits exactly where the boats come and go. You’ll find it as part of a larger complex of restaurants run by the same group, so there’s a lively energy the moment you pull in.
The place bills itself as a casual Caribbean-style seafood destination, mixing Gulf catches with South American and island flavors. It’s the kind of address you reach and immediately understand why locals keep coming back…