As soon as it was posted on social media earlier this month, word spread quickly around Fort Myers Beach.
Bonita Bill’s , a popular San Carlos Island destination of locals and tourists for the past three decades, was for sale.
“It is with a heavy heart we share the decision made by the Semmer family to sell the Bonita Bill’s properties and business,” a since-removed post on Bonita Bill’s Facebook page read. “This decision comes from all of Bill Semmer’s children in the resolution of his estate.”
Bill Semmer bought the Bonita Fish Company and Fish House in 1991 and rebranded it as Bonita Bill’s Waterfront Cafe and Tiki Bar. The beloved community figure, who also owned Semmer Electric, died Jan. 20, 2023.
Say it ain’t so! This laid back Fort Myers Beach bar is for sale
He is survived by his children Nikki Semmer, Katie Semmer-Reynolds and Billy Semmer.
“We will continue to remain open and operate as usual until the property is sold sometime in the future,” the post continued. “Real estate Inquiries can be directed to SVN Commercial Partners at 239-851-5492.”